Lulu's
Shockoe Bottom, Richmond
Bar in Richmond, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Lulu's is a low-friction daytime pick near 21 N 17th St in Richmond, better for an easy breakfast or lunch window than for a wine-led or late-night plan. Book it when convenience and casual timing matter; cross-shop Havana 59, Solaire Rooftop, or Legend Brewing Co if the priority is drinks, atmosphere, or evening energy.
About Lulu's
For Lulu's in Richmond, it is a casual venue with daytime hours, open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 3 PM and closed Monday.
The hours point to a daytime stop rather than a late-night plan. If wine, cocktails, or a drinks-first experience is the deciding factor, use the Richmond bars guide to cross-shop drinks-first rooms instead.
Pick it for an easy daytime plan, not a researched wine list
Lulu's is casual, closed Monday, and open from 9 AM to 3 PM Tuesday through Sunday. That makes it most useful when the group wants a daytime option in Richmond and does not need details about price range, cuisine type, chef, awards, outdoor seating, or signature dishes.
Against the named Richmond peers, Lulu's is the option to consider when its daytime schedule works for you. Havana 59, Station 2, Solaire Rooftop, Legend Brewing Co, and Mama J's Kitchen are other Richmond venues to compare depending on the occasion, but Lulu's should be evaluated on its casual dress and daytime hours.
Use it when timing beats ceremony
For a return visit, the smarter move is to treat Lulu's as a casual daytime option in Richmond rather than a destination built around undisclosed specifics. Go when the priority is an open 9 AM to 3 PM window Tuesday through Sunday, not when the group needs outdoor seating, a named drinks program, or late service. For broader Richmond planning, compare nearby categories through the Richmond restaurants guide, the Richmond hotels guide, the Richmond wineries guide, and the Richmond experiences guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9 AM–3 PM
- Location
- 21 N 17th St, Richmond, VA 23219
- Website
- lulusrichmond.com/?y_source=1_NTY1MDQ1NTgtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
- Phone
- +1 804 343 9771
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lulu's reads like a downtown, craft-focused bar where the bartender's work defines the room. It leans into a modern, trend-aware sensibility while staying intimate: the emphasis is on building relationships with the person making your drink rather than treating outings as quick stops. The space functions as a social anchor for the surrounding financial and arts districts, drawing after-work professionals and a later crowd who are there for an evening-long experience. Overall, the place feels polished without being precious, privileging precision, pacing, and conversation over loud spectacle.
Best For
This is a bar best suited to evenings and after-work rituals. The neighborhood context, a downtown mix of professionals and arts patrons, makes Lulu's a reliable spot for stopping in after the office, lingering through conversation, or meeting a small group of friends for a crafted drink. Regulars use places like this as social anchors, so it's especially good for people who appreciate a bartender who knows their habits and can pace a visit accordingly. It’s less about takeaways or flights and more about settling in for a thoughtful night out.
Ordering Tips
Treat the bartender as the primary guide: the bartender's craft is central to the experience. Come prepared to order cocktails composed with intention, and be open to suggestions rather than expecting a taproom-style flight. Pace yourself for an evening and signal whether you want conversation or a quieter pace: the staff are skilled at reading the room and adjusting service accordingly.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant, bustling atmosphere with an open kitchen and warm, energetic dining experience that encourages lively conversation.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
- Music
- Modulated House Lounge Background Mix
- Spirits Focus
- Vodka
- Zero-Proof Program
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Bloody Mary
- Irish Coffee
- RVA Screwdriver
- Moscow Mule
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 21 N 17th St, Richmond, VA 23219
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–3 PM
Location
21 N 17th St, Richmond, VA 23219 · Directions
lulusrichmond.com/?y_source=1_NTY1MDQ1NTgtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Also consider
Also Consider
- Havana 59, Notable alternative
- Station 2, Notable alternative
- Solaire Rooftop, Notable alternative
- Legend Brewing Co, Notable alternative
- Mama J's Kitchen, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Lulu's compares in Richmond
Lulu's is the easy daytime choice in this Richmond set. It makes the strongest case when the plan is breakfast or lunch near 17th Street and the group does not want a difficult booking. Havana 59 is the better fit for a night-out mood, while Solaire Rooftop is the stronger occasion pick if ambiance matters more than daytime convenience.
For value, compare by format. Station 2 is a better casual group option if the table wants a bar-and-burger style stop. Legend Brewing Co is the more direct choice for beer-focused plans, especially when drinks are the center of the booking. Mama J's Kitchen is the stronger food-first cross-shop when the meal itself is the reason to go.
The practical verdict: choose Lulu's for easy daytime timing and a low-ceremony Richmond meal. Choose Havana 59 or Solaire Rooftop for atmosphere, Station 2 or Legend Brewing Co for drinks-led groups, and Mama J's Kitchen when the group wants the safer food-first call.
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Around this place
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Unlock the full Lulu's guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Lulu's
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Lulu's | Richmond | No published awards |
| Havana 59 | Richmond | No published awards |
| Station 2 | Richmond | No published awards |
| Solaire Rooftop | Richmond | No published awards |
| Legend Brewing Co | Richmond | No published awards |
| Mama J's Kitchen | Richmond | No published awards |
How Lulu's Richmond compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food good at Lulu's?
Lulu's is worth considering if you want a casual daytime option in Richmond. Its schedule is Tuesday through Sunday, 9 AM to 3 PM, with Monday closed.
What's the crowd like at Lulu's?
The crowd is not described. Since Lulu's is open from 9 AM to 3 PM Tuesday through Sunday and has a casual dress code, it is best understood as a casual daytime option in Richmond rather than a late-night destination.
Is Lulu's good for a date?
It can be considered for a simple daytime plan if the 9 AM to 3 PM Tuesday-through-Sunday schedule works for you.
