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    Afterglow Coffee Cooperative

    4.6 (60 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Espresso with Raspberry topping
    Megan W.

    I. Love. This place. My friend lives close by so we came here a few days to work when I was visiting Richmond over the fall. I started with the seasonal matcha iced with a bagel. My friend got the hot matcha, personally I prefer the cold which had more flavor. The bagel was pretty good, as was the cream cheese but not my favorite thing on the menu. Once we had this we moved onto the espresso with raspberry cream, fantastic drink. They should make it all year. The only down side is a friend who wanted a matcha with this topping was told it wasn't possible which I'm not sure how that would be. We ordered the bean dip and salmon cream cheese type dip (blanking on the names... it's been a few months) both were great and came with fresh bread which was so yummy. Personally I preferred the salmon dip but I would definitely order the bean dip again as well. I ordered the green bean salad for lunch and would have this again and again if I lived in town. The flavors here were all so good I almost wish the food menu was larger so I could try more. The area inside is pretty large with many many tables to work however it's usually quite busy. The staff is really nice in fun. Over all one of my favorite places in Richmond.

    Latte Mocha (Extra Sweet)
    Felicia R.

    If you're looking for a "Hip" lowkey coffee place, this is the place to go. I ordered the Mocha Latte (extra sweet) and was able to concentrate on getting my assignments done with minimal distractions. The baristas were very friendly, helpful, and communicated great for a first time experience. Will be back!!

    Indoor
    Javell H.

    Sort of getting obsessed with this cute cafe! I LOVE the aesthetic and the overall vibe there. Parking was pretty easy as well. First time I went, I tried their pandan matcha and it was SO GOOD. I went back yesterday and wanted to try something else, I got their dirty chai which was pretty good. It's been busy the two times that I've been there but the service is fast. Customer service is good. Just a chill spot to be honest. There's decent amount of seating, it's always busy when I go so I sat at the bar area. I will say the drinks are a little pricey but that may be due to the gratuity free thing, I'm not sure.

    Vanilla latte
    Grace W.

    I loved the interior and the aesthetic. It's perfect for doing work and there was plenty of seating and there's even a small bar view of the roasting setup in the back. It's clear that they're passionate about coffee through the care they take to make an excellent cup of coffee and patience they take to answer any questions you might have. The barista was super friendly and answered my questions about their beans and recommended one for making espresso at home. I ended up grabbing two bags of the Afterglow Perpetual Motion to try and a hot vanilla latte to go, which was excellent. I would love to go back and try some of their other speciality drinks the next time I'm in the area. Note: you'll have to find parking on the adjacent streets, but it was relatively easy to do so, there were plenty of spaces available when we went on a Saturday afternoon.

    Iced Pandan matcha latte
    Menghai T.

    I got an iced pandan matcha latte ($7). The pandan flavor was a light sweet coconut flavor and tasted good with the matcha. My only complaint is the size and ice ratio. There was a ton of ice in a small cup, and after a few it began to melt and taste watered down. Staff were nice and they were able to make the drink in a few minutes. Overall it's a bit pricey for what you get, but still good drinks. Drink(50%): 7.7 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 5.0 Overall: 6.9/10

    Brenda B.

    Beautiful space with delicious drinks! We made an unexpected stop on our way out of town. They were quick and friendly.

    Sharon H.

    Pandan matcha is pretty good overall, but the pandan flavor could be stronger. Small local shop that is perfect for a study/date or getting work done! Not amazing in terms of taste, but still pretty neat that they offer different types of drinks. Nice staff and clean location.

    Leyla M.

    wow! i wasn't expecting much of their food when i came to this coffee shop but they blew my socks off! this coffee shop has decent seating but seems to get busy often. the staff was helpful in finding what to get off of the menu. i enjoyed their chai latte, once i mixed the cinnamon on top into the drink. the danish was super tasty but their newly released focaccia took the gold. it was so flavorful by itself. they offer some dips as well and i want to try them next time i'm in the area.

    Cute prints
    Christina S.

    Afterglow coffee Vibes: 5/5 the brick walls, exposed piping, cute art (i love all the prints on the wall), and plants come together to make such a nice and cozy environment! There are various seating options and cozy nooks. Great place to hang out or catch up with a friend! Service: good, 4/5 no complaints Food: 3/5, this is more of a coffee and snack place which is perfectly fine! Just dont expect a large meal while you are here. A slice of sourdough with cream cheese will set you back something like 5 bucks. Granted, it was some of the best sourdough ive had in a while. The pastry was also yum (sorry i forgot what i got). Drink: 5/5 loved the pandan latte: good matcha and pandan flavor. The pandan flavor shone through, and the drink as a whole was not too sweet but nicely balanced. Cortado allowed the nice espresso flavor to shine. Worth: 4.5/5. Food is a bit expensive but it is very good quality. The drinks so far have been good, and fairly priced, and the industrial yet cozy atmosphere is done SO well, cant wait to go back.

    Sourdough toast with smoked trout spread and Pandan Matcha Latte
    Kristina J.

    I've been on the hunt for good study spots and Afterglow is now one of my favorites! They have a decent amount of seating, mainly low top and booths, with free wifi. The only downside is that they do not have many outlets so make sure your electronics are fully charged if you plan to work. The menu is pretty extensive and they have a good mix of expected and unexpected drinks. The inside is quite surprisingly spacious and it has a lot of natural light with greenery strung throughout. The staff is really friendly and offered me their recommendations off of the menu. I ended up trying their pandan matcha latte and sourdough toast with smoked trout spread. I love a good carb at any time of the day and their toast really satisfied that craving for me. I had never had smoked trout spread before and it was a welcome salty, savory addition to the toast. I will say that the portion size for the spread is quite large so you'd be able to share it if you got two slices of toast. This is a good spot if you'd like to try some unique menu options that are slightly different than typical coffee shop offerings and want to get some work done!

    Cafe interior
    Mel S.

    Wow this place is really something special. The first thing I noticed was how aesthetically beautiful it was. It's spacious, open, filled with plants and art. Looking at their website, I learned that they rotate pastries from different local bakery, all among the most well renowned bakeries in Richmond. Like Birdies, Axelsdotter, and Sugar & Twine. Looks like they also have Nate's Bagels on menu regularly, and an association with Sub Rosa (the locals will know these are the BEST spots). I believe Sub Rosa uses Afterglow coffee at their shop. Today they had axelsdotter pastries, which looked amazing. I decided to go for the apple cake and it was delicious! Super fresh. Tasted like if an apple pie and a pound cake had a baby. Today I tried the hot hickory latte with whole milk and it was AMAZING. The espresso isn't acidic tasting like at some places. It has a smooth and light taste. Perfectly in balance with the sweetness and milk of the beverage. The hickory is similar to a honey latte. Another really cool thing about this place is that they're a cooperative. Meaning everyone who works there is a owner of the business. Everyone gets paid a living wage, and for that reason, they clearly state that they do not accept gratuity. Love that so much. Will definitely be going back. And probably often.

    my blessed coffee
    Gregory F.

    Favorite coffeeshop in Richmond? Yep - this one. And it's not really close?! This place is (1) ginormous (2) gorgeous (3) conducive to conversation/socializing (4) well-lit and decorated and (5) delicious. Feels like an authentic coffeeshop - and is somewhere I could station up for hours on end to get work done. Reminds me of a lot of places back home. Coffee was delicious with some quality beans in case you want to take some home too. The baristas are always super friendly and can make just about anything. Cafe pastries are delish here too. Seriously, I love it here :)

    Outside
    Michele F.

    My quest to try different local coffee shops took me here today. Parking was a bit challenging on a Sunday morning, but we finally found a spot. Once we entered the building, the smell of coffee was super welcoming, especially on a cold morning. I was a bit disappointed at the limited flavors available for lattes and also the lack of low fat or non fat milk options. I ended up getting a whole milk vanilla latte, which looked beautiful, but didn't have a strong enough coffee taste for my liking, and was tepid when served. The whole milk was also a bit off putting as I'm not used to drinking it. The saving grace was the deliciously moist banana chocolate chip muffin from Sugar and Twine that I bought to go with my coffee. When we were there, there were no seats available so we stood and enjoyed our coffee and muffins as it was too cold to sit outside. I did notice that they had quite a few happy hour beer and wine options as well. It's a cute shop, but the limited options would not make me want to return.

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    Their iced black sesame horchata latte is literally perfection. Not overpowering with sweetness. I've gone twice in one weekend!

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    Best Coffee in RICHMOND!!!!! The staff is amazing! The bagels and pastries are always delicious! Their coffee beans are the best!

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    Biggest coffee shop I've ever been in. Loved the atmosphere. Staff were friendly and the coffee…read morewas good. A lot of seating and food options. Great place for a big group. A little pricey, but I'd go back.

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    Inside / Interior peek from HUGE lounging area (2 whole sections!) into the ordering counter area

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