Met my daughter for Saturday morning coffee. What a great place. Warm and welcoming ambiance and…read morestaff. Great food and awesome coffee. Place was busy but no wait for a table or for our orders. Great place and can't wait to come back.

Probably one of my favorite cafes in RVA that offers both a mean latte and an extensive food menu…read more Stir crazy is one of those places that all the locals know about and is extremely busy on the weekends, for good reason. As an iced latte fanatic, some of my favorites include the gingerbread and pollinator lattes. Only thing is, as a muslim who prefers eating halal, I wish that they'd have more food options without bacon/sausage or at least that they'd be open to doing more substitutions. The lily sandwich and the egg and cheese biscuits are my go-to's though!

I have had a new tradition over the past three weeks. I go to Lakeside Deli every Thursday and have…read morethe Chopped Cheese sandwich and an order of fries. For those of you who are unfamiliar with a chopped cheese sandwich, let me break it down for you. A chopped cheese sandwich is when a burger is cooked steak and cheese style and put on a hoagie roll. This sounds like it should be a simple concept but so many sandwiches fall short of hitting the mark. THIS ONE DOES NOT! The meat on this sandwich is cooked wonderfully. The seasoning is perfect. The temperature is excellent. It's juicy and not any way overcooked. It smells amazing as soon as you open the bag. The fries are also a sticking point for me. They are golden brown and have just the right amount of salt and crunch to them without being dried out. My lunch is always really in minutes and I enjoy talking to the owner while I wait. He always greets me with a smile and makes my business feel appreciated. There are several other menu options but I am so smitten with this one that I have not ventured to try anything else.

I stopped in for a couple of sandwiches at just the right time! I ordered a cheesesteak hoagie and…read morea tuna salad sandwich after visiting the Lakeside farmer's market nearby. The owner was so pleasant and kind, and allowed me to make modifications to the sandwiches. It took about 10 minutes for them to be prepared fresh, and in that time, so many other folks flooded into the store to order too! It was great to see how popular they were, given that the sandwiches were excellent. It's close by, so I plan to return soon.

One of the RVA spots I miss the most since moving away. New…read moreowners same delicous pasteries and great service! I had a smashed croissant that maybe the best thing I ever ate.....if you have not tried one, run!!!! My rating rationale +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value

A coworker brought some croissants into work. They were huge, super tasty and flaky! I haven't had…read morea plain croissant in a while, but this was definitely one of the best I've had. No wonder I hear that there are often lines on the weekends. I'm looking forward to trying some of their other options soon!

What an incredible place! Admittedly, the line was really long...but it was Mother's Day, so that…read moreis to be expected. Sitting at the bar, we were served immediately and were able to order food. If you are lucky enough, you will get to meet local legend, musicIan Jimmy Catlett, where you can even enjoy a drink from the menu "What Jimmy Drinks". Luke was a very attentive bartender, server and greeter. With good insight into what is what on the menu and behind the bar. We even got to meet Sara Beth herself (sorry Sarah if I used the wrong one) the SB behind the name! If you don't lead with "Glitter on the Mattress" you are missing out! The atmosphere was welcoming, inviting and full of nostalgic decor.

This spot was exactly my vibe - vibey, colorful, dive bar like with friendly staff and great food…read more Came in at 9:45AM on a Saturday and got one of the last spots in the place, at the bar. The bartender Luke was on his game and got me water and coffee quickly there after. The place was busy but everything seemed to work like a well oiled machine. The house coffee is solid and they did have a cold coffee option. The spicy bloody mary with the bacon was one of my favorites - definitely a more homemade vibe which was what I prefer. I also got their current jello shot (lemon and lavender) which was refreshing and big for $3. The menu had a bunch of items that caught my eye - breakfast burrito, pancake stacks, eggs benedict, etc. I went with the breakfast burrito with a side of sweet potato has. The burrito was great - filling but not super large, though I would have loved a tiny bit more jalapenos personally. Even without a meat, it was tasty and well balanced, especially with the side sriracha sour cream. I definitely need to come back to try the chicken salad or grilled cheese or some pancakes because everything looked fantastic. Service was quick, food was great, prices were solid. They have outdoor seating, bar seating, and friendly folks working. I'll definitely be back.

I stopped by today because I was drawn in by the name and the positive mission behind this place --…read moreand it did not disappoint! I even received an affirmation card when I ordered, which was such a thoughtful and uplifting touch. I got the Super Berry Açaí Bowl, and it was delicious. The flavors were fresh, and the toppings were perfectly balanced -- not too sweet, just right. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu.

Underrated smoothie place! Small cute shop with a bunch of different smoothies, juices, and snacks!…read moreThe ginger shot was delicious and blueberry muffin smoothie tasted just like a dessert (on the sweeter side so depends if you like that or not). The drinks came out very quick and the neighborhood is cute to walk around while you drink. Would come again!

We went the day after Christmas and it was super crowded! Dogs are allowed indoors, whether you…read moretake that as a positive or a negative. Their watermelon/lime sour was so great. Rest of the beers pretty standard with decent pricing. They have a few dart boards and pinball machines.

Wonderful place with a huge indoor area that was sleek, modern, and very big-group friendly. Solid…read morebeers with friendly staff that let me try all sorts of different things before reaching a decision. Also plenty of stuff to do and see - so many retro-style games, trivia nights, run club, etc... just a great communal spot that I will most certainly be coming back to. Also dog-friendly patio which was exactly what we were looking for! The worst thing about this place is the location - but that is literally the only bad thing I could ever say about it. Just with being so close to the road, sitting outside is fairly loud and difficult if you're wanting to yap as much as me!

Where have you been all my life? How sweet is this little organic, neighborhood grocery store? I'm…read moreso glad a happened upon it while having lunch on Bellevue! I walked it and was immediately enthralled by the displays, shelving and All the fresh foods! It looked like an old fashioned grocer from yesteryear, but with a modern twist. At first I was just checking the place out... but soon I grabbed a cute wire basket and stocked up on blackberries the size of your thumb! I also got some other fruits and veggies, some local popping corn, some kitchenware, snacks and the creme de la creme... nightingale ice cream sandwiches! The best treats around! Spice up you life in the seasoning shelf... browse the cookbooks... pick up some natural cleaning products... check out the beauty and health section with essential oils! I wasn't going straight home so I had to pass up the dairy case and the frozen foods, but I'll definitely be back for some cage free eggs!! Check out was delightful as the woman thoughtfully and carefully packed my goods. She also looked up sulfite free wines for me and said she hoped to be getting them in. I never mind spending money on great quality and outstanding service. Ya get what you pay for folks, and here you have hit the jackpot! This green grocer is just what this area needed and I hope it sticks around for a long time! It has my support! Hooray for Little House Green Grocery! Ike Godsey would be proud!!

I'm making this review based on the prices and not the quality of the food, because I refused to…read morebuy any. I'm not paying $1.65 for AN apple. I'm not paying $7 for a gallon of milk. I'm not paying $5.65 for a loaf of bread. There is nothing in that store that you couldn't find at Aldi for a much, MUCH more reasonable price, organic and non-GMO as well. I know as well as anyone that buying local is good for the economy, but I don't like being taken advantage of based on pathos. We all want to support local neighborhood grocery stores and bodegas but that does not give the shopowner the right to charge outrageous prices that only the rich can afford on a regular basis. I was hoping to find a place that would uphold the spirit of the neighborhood grocery, not some bougie place where they try to get rich quick off of each sale. Highly disappointed.

Do not pick up in person, this is a ghost kitchen and we were a little surprised that in the time…read morewe were looking over the menu more than five delivery drivers appeared to pick up food from the multiple places. We split one sandwich because with the added tempeh it ended up being $15 without add ons and we still had to modify to make it vegan. The food is advertised as being vegan optional and not worth it. The portion is not worth the price. We wanted to support this establishment in person since we wanted to make sure we were not paying for delivery and were already across the street. However, in the advertisement I saw online, they said to visit in person and that was not the case at all. If I was in the area and willing to pay DC prices for a sandwich, I would come back, but not seek it out in RVA.

The concept of Chef Suite was a first for me since I've experienced The Hatch which was like an…read moreadult cafeteria with mini restaurants inside. But very quickly it is presumed that a customer orders on a screen and wait for their orders afterwards. Easy and simple concept which is great with the outdoors seating available. We ordered several different items and they were all superb. The Bon Air sandwich with scallion pancake was incredibly delicious and tasty. My only wish was that I ordered 2. The mild tingling sensation in my tongue from the szechuan peppercorn was a great balance with the avocados in the sandwich. It was essentially a scallion pancake taco which I happily ate up. The tea eggs were beautifully done and my brain immediately wanted congee with them because they were that delicious. The Quirky Theia was rich with the beef shank and also a bit spicy from the mala paste. It balanced well with the scallion pancake we chose to wrap it in. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal and hope to try out some of the other options next time!

Remee is an amazing educator and explains things in an easy and practical way to understand. She…read morecomes from an authentic background of family tradition and is the real deal. I learned so much about stones, gems, crystals and energy during our session. If you've been curious about crystals and want to learn more about energy she is an absolute wealth of knowledge. Thanks Remee!

Remee Gemo is a skilled and talented acupuncturist! I first contacted her for her facial lift…read moretreatments. I noticed so many changes, from my skin tone to decreased wrinkles (even the deeper ones) I now have a subtle glow to my skin as well. In addition, if I went in with a headache, I came out without one! Remee always asked if anything was bothering me and with her needle placement, I always came out feeling better! The needles are painless to slightly uncomfortable for just a few seconds. Going into her office is an awesome experience in itself. She has a vast selection of beautiful crystals, personally handcrafted teas, and Chinese herbs for sale. The atmosphere itself is inviting and warm. I honestly could just go and sit in the office and it would be therapeutic! Words just can't quite capture it. Along the course of my treatments, I became increasingly interested in some of the other services that she offers. I had an energy session, which included Reiki and crystals to name two. I loved the feeling that it gave me, one of peace, comfort and just a general good feeling. Remee is a Master Teacher Reiki practitioner and does a wonderful job. She offers Reiki and other classes and I am now at the Reiki 2 level, with the intent to going on to the Master level. I have come to love and trust Remee so much that I wouldn't go anywhere else for anything that she offers. Remee is a Master in the art of Chinese Face reading. My daughter and I had a 2 hr session with her that gave us both a better understanding of one another, along with some of the other people in our lives. It's amazing what she can tell from one's face. She can give insight on others with a good picture. She was spot on with her analysis of several photos that we provided. This too was an incredible experience. I highly recommend Energy Medicine Center to anyone who is seeking an acupuncturist, reiki therapist, help with chronic pain or even if you just feel lost, Remee can help.

I love me a farmers market and this one hits on all cylinders. Plenty smiling vendors, hot chai,…read morecider donuts, farm fresh eggs, organic produce, gluten free baked goods from an Irishman and adorable puppies everywhere

I absolutely LOVE this huge farmer's market held at Bryan Park every Saturday morning! Make sure…read moreyou get there early, because it gets BUSY! Today's market was showing so much color everywhere you looked! Fresh produce, gorgeous flowers and yummy breakfast sandwiches! It was great just enjoying my breakfast on a park bench, surrounded by all of the beautiful azalea bushes that are in full bloom! My only complaint is that the park has a narrow road coming in, and when there is a beautiful weather day like this it takes about 30 minutes to get in and park. Definitely worth the visit if you have never been!