Thirsty's RVA

Queer pub · Richmond (Virginia) Forest Hill (Southside)

Queer neighbourhood bar with a kitchen in Richmond’s Southside, opened in 2018. Karaoke, drag, game, book and film nights instead of clubbing.

• ★ 4.4 on Google (392)
• Terrace

Address

3516 Forest Hill Ave
23225 Richmond (Virginia)

Opening hours

Tue–Thu 3–11 pm, Fri 3 pm–1 am
Sat 3 pm–midnight, Sun 3–7 pm
Closed Mon

Crowd

Mixed and local, queer subcultures from kink to nerd

Programme

Karaoke on Fridays, drag, trans and bear nights, tabletop role-playing games, book club, queer history nights

Location

Southside, far from the centre; best by car or rideshare

What makes Thirsty’s RVA special

Thirsty’s became a queer bar because its regulars made it one. Today it’s a meeting place for many scenes: kink, nerds, bears, the trans community. Besides drinks there’s upgraded pub food, a terrace and a games room. Its location away from downtown makes getting there a hassle.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: GayOut (verified, updated 17 Oct 2026), Google reviews (4.4 stars, 392 reviews), Out x Out (2026), RVA Mag. Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.