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GWARbar

Bar & Grill, Vegan Menu, Metal Theme

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Order at the bar and find a seat inside or outdoors; staff bring food to your table.
  • Good to know: Expect some vegan dishes to be fried and possibly salty — seasoning levels may vary.
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  • Try the hail seitan sandwich — it's a commonly praised vegan option with good portion size.
  • Enjoy the pineapple barbecue cauliflower with vegan ranch, a popular flavored dish.
  • Parking can be challenging; street parking is available nearby.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention burger, burger patty and duck confit nuggets.

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Also hail seitan sandwich, nuggets, strokinoff, tofu bites, tofu sandwich, wings and sandwich.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for good value.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

GWARbar mixes heavy metal vibes with bar and pub-style food, featuring a clear selection of labeled vegan dishes like the hail seitan sandwich and buffalo cauliflower. The atmosphere is highly themed with on-brand metal décor, with accessible outdoor seating and friendly bar service. While some find the vegan food flavorful and generous in portion size, others note that many vegan items are fried and can lack seasoning or complexity.

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217 W Clay St, Richmond, VA 23220

Opening hours

Monday
16:00–02:00
Tuesday
16:00–02:00
Wednesday
16:00–02:00
Thursday
16:00–02:00
Friday
16:00–02:00
Saturday
16:00–02:00
Sunday
16:00–02:00

the food

3.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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