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Casa del Barco - Canal Walk, Richmond, VA

Casa del Barco - Canal Walk

4 (1333)
$30 and under
Mexican
320 South 12th Street, Richmond, VA 23219

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
Casa del Barco, situated on the historic Canal Walk, is Richmond's top spot for redefined Mexican cuisine. With a vibrant atmosphere and stunning views of the James River, we provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients, crafted into delicious dishes like Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas and sizzling Fajitas. Enjoy our extensive tequila selection, with over 130 varieties to satisfy any aficionado. Whether you're seeking a casual lunch or a special dinner, Casa del Barco promises an unforgettable culinary adventure. Join us to discover the true flavors of Mexico!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Brian Brown
  • Private party facilities
    Casa Del Barco is available for End-of-the-Work-Day bar reservation groups, group dining reservations, and restaurant buyouts for large private events.
  • Delivery & takeout

Offers

  • Tequila Lovers' Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Wed - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Weekdays 4-6 at the bar $5 nachos / guacamole / queso Half price 3 amigos / empanadas / street corn Half price draft beer, wine by glass, select cocktails (including El Barco margaritas)

    Tequila Lovers' Happy Hour Photo

What 1,333 people are saying

Casa del Barco - Canal Walk reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4.0 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Good for groups

  • Richmond

    Good for groups

  • Richmond

    Great for scenic views

  • Richmond

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Casa del Barco - Canal Walk offers a vibrant location with "amazing food" and "festive holiday decor." Guests appreciate the "great service" and delicious dishes like the mushroom taco. However, some reviews mention occasional slow service. The lively canal area adds charm, making it a great spot for gatherings.
1,333 Reviews
  1. Katherine

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I’m not sure how casa del barco is so consistently slow and incompetent on the service side when the food actually isn’t bad. We waited over 15 min in line with a reservation while 3 hostesses were elaborately contemplating how to seat a large party. Then once we were sat we ordered drinks and waited..and waited. 10 min later we got drinks and ordered then the waitress kept checking Back in ‘to see if everything is good’ so many times that I had to stop myself from saying sure everything is good..except did the fact that we don’t have our food? No reassurance that it was coming soon or update on anything. It might have been the longest I’ve ever waited-amusingly they said we would have to move inside to the bar if we wanted to stay because they were closing. Perhaps we would have vacated our table long before if we had faster service? When we told our local family members where we went they said it’s known for being a mediocre, slow spot! So bad choice on us! Nice spot near the river walk and the food was fine (but cold) maybe just speed up service to improve the reputation?

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  2. Jonathan

    Dublin1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was fine. My 3rd time and I’m never wowed for what I spend. Kitchen had difficulty with the appetizers and they came out to table 15 minutes after our entrees were brought out. Apps were room temperature so it makes me feel like they were sitting on the line for awhile before being walked out to the table.

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  3. Darrell

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The server was phenomenal, the food was fantastic, the prices were affordable.

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  4. Christina

    Richmond2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Wow! Surprisingly poor service on a Brown’s Island concert night. We waited over 25 minutes for our drinks and they were poor quality cocktails. Food was average. Definitely not worth the cost.

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  5. Brandon

    Richmond1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was cold like it had been sitting in the kitchen for 20 minutes which makes sense because it was a while before we got our food after we ordered. Drinks were inconsistent depending on who made it. The server was nice but must have been triple sat because we didn’t see him much after we ordered. Very sad experience. I had brought the whole family to Richmond to show them the canal. Safe to say we will not be returning and I encourage others looking to spend a Saturday morning near the canal to find a different restaurant. There are plenty around.

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  6. Heather

    Richmond5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a busy night yet we had a reservation and took forever to just get water and then to order. Our food took over an hour and was OK - salsa was not that great and the margarita was in a short juice/liquor glass. The outside area is nice yet for the overall experience then we will probably not go back.

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  7. Anne

    Philadelphia County10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The location is fun. Lots of people coming and going on a Sat night. The food is consistently okay but nothing great. We took a visitor so he could see the area down by the canal, and we enjoyed the evening. Service was very attentive.

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  8. Miranda

    Richmond1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter was nice, but the kitchen was behind which caused issues with getting food on time

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  9. Meredith

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was nice, we sat outside. Mushroom taco amazing. Queso ok. Salsa not what I would call salsa, way too tomato-ish.

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  10. Zakhe

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My spouse ordered a bowl, it was underwhelming. The tacos were great. Service was on par. Loved the interior and music. The temperature was too cold were we were seated. But I would visit again.

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320 South 12th Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12th and Virginia St
  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Latin American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Brown
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Casa Del Barco is available for End-of-the-Work-Day bar reservation groups, group dining reservations, and restaurant buyouts for large private events.
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