Visited Richmond after two years, and I am so excited to see so many Arab cafes and restaurants…read morepopping around the city! This is one of the cafes that open till 11:30 pm, so it's a good place for late night hangouts. We got there around 9:30pm, and the cafe was still lively and busy. The vibes were really good in the cafe; they have a hookah lounge and a pool table and everyone seemed chill. They seem to have a lot of pastries and cakes. The double chocolate cake we got was good. It wasn't super chocolate-ty. But it wasn't super sweet either, which I liked. I got iced caramel macchiato and it was great! Not super sweet like the Starbucks one, but I can tell the espresso is good quality.

Hubby and I made it a Sunday morning coffee date for a good cup of coffee. This is in a strip mall…read more Inside is nicely decorated. The only thing for me is that it feels a little like a nighttime vibe but it only sells bakery goods and coffee type drinks. We were the only ones there, so it felt almost too big. They have a pool table, which was surprising and I wasn't sure if we could use that. One other couple came after a bit. I think if it were full, it would have been really nice. Husband got a double espresso and I ordered an Americano. His was in a cute cup, but mine was in a to-go cup with a lid. Since we were sitting in, I would have preferred a nice mug. We ordered a few pastries to bring home. I presume it was the owner working and he was very welcoming. He was cleaning the entire time (9am ish). On the positive, the place looks spotless. I did feel it was a little odd to mop while open and in the morning. The chocolate pastry in this picture was 10/10 for me, so good! It had so much flavor and texture with chocolate, pistachio and maybe some caramel. Would definitely go back, particularly to get items to take home.

I was super excited to find out there's a new café in Midlothian, where you don't have to drive to…read moreRichmond. The bright and open environment is very welcoming. They have a lot of seating and the overall aesthetic is great. I also understand they serve ice cream and a variety of other drinks, including alcohol based. They also have food items. Let me just say my review is based solely on my drink because that's the only thing I had. I ordered a chai latte with almond milk, the total was about eight dollars, which I find to be more expensive than other cafés. The chai latte lacked flavor, with no strong notes of black tea or cinnamon to indicate that it is a chai drink. Honestly, to me, it tasted like hot diluted milk. I took about 3/4 sips before I poured the whole thing down the drain at home. It actually was just bad. Really, I should've asked the barista for another drink as this one was not up to standard. I was so disappointed in this as I was excited to experience a new café. Their menu is soooo extensive and I find with places that have such large menus, they usually aren't good. It's too many items that I guess they never get to perfect certain ones.

Love this cafes ambiance. So many cozy seating options, great natural lighting, and relaxing music…read moreplaying. My husband got a Cuban coffee and I got an iced americano. We split an egg sandwich that we ordered on a croissant. We got turkey, egg, cheese, and tomato. The sandwich was well balanced and the croissant was buttery and flakey. The only downside is the price is on the higher side. Our server was kind and it appeared she was the only one making the drinks so we felt bad for her. The cafe was packed so I'm happy business is booming!

While visiting Powhatan for the distillery, we stopped at Rise & Grind for coffee the next morning,…read moreand it was one of the best decisions we made. The aroma of fresh coffee hits you the moment you walk through the door, and you know you're in the right place. They offer a great selection of gluten-free pastries along with plenty of regular options. We tried the banana cake and a large cortado, and both were outstanding. Everything exceeded our expectations, and we'll definitely stop back the next time we're in town.

I love this adorable and cozy coffee shop in Powhatan. I always stop here when family camp a few…read morenights on their way to and from Florida. THIS is a coffee shop. They have a slew of delicious lattes and chais (among many things) but I have a thing for their honey latte. Not too sweet--just divine. The employees are friendly. They are all young--teens and very early twenties so forgive them a little for being distracted here and there. I was looking at all the artisan items for sale before approaching the counter to order. The nice guy at the counter was worried I had been standing there a long time. Nope! All good!

Abi's Books and Brews was such a cozy little place to catch up with a friend. The vibe inside is…read moresuper warm and welcoming, especially if you want somewhere chill to read, work, or just hang out and talk for a bit. Seating is kind of limited, but luckily we were able to snag a table. I had fun checking out all the different book sections, but the banned book area was definitely the coolest part to me. I thought it was awesome that they give people the chance to explore those books so openly. I only got a cold brew, and it was okay. I wasn't a fan of their ice just cuz the shape just melts quicker and makes your drink watery fast. Aside from that, the service was really great. Everyone was super friendly and happy to help. The location is also really convenient if you're around the VCU Cary st area. Definitely a nice spot to relax for a while.

Abi's Books and Brews is the perfect combination of coffee,books and records. If I miss anything…read moreit's because I was fixated on the books. Upon entering, the books are found along the wall, there are tables and chairs to sit and the coffee is ordered at a counter right in the center of the store. Towards the back, they have a section just for kids and young adults. Also, there are plenty of parking outside. They have new and old books available at decent prices. One of the best things I have ever seen is they have a dedicated turning bookcase for BANNED books of Hanover county. It is a lending library. You choose a book, open it and scan the QR code inside and check off the book you picked. Then, you return it when you're done. No time limit on it. That easy. I am so proud that they are supporting these books and making it easy for anyone to have access to them. On this visit, I borrowed Jodi Picoult's book, Nineteen Minutes. I recommend you come visit and support this coffee/book shop in the VCU area. I definitely recommend it and plan to visit often.

Love this spot- haven't been in a while but A+ potty here. Clean, spacious, and some excellent…read moreartwork that had me thinking DEEP. Funny thing about change is you don't realize how different things are until you revisit some coffee shop you went to years ago. Had me asking questions like- Am I really that different than I was? Is she ever coming back? What are we doing here? Anyways, sometimes you just have to wipe and keep it rolling.

It's time for the Perkolator!! I needed CAFFEINE and I got…read moreit. Cold brew with espresso = perfection Staff were fantabulous with their greetings and help as I decided on what to get.

I have spent a lot of time at Shoredog Cafe the last two weeks (for temporary reasons), and I have…read morebeen blessed by being surrounded by a wonderful staff, great coffee, and delicious food. A lot of heart and smiles go into what they do, both their menu and their interactions with customers and with each other. The staff is kind, dedicated, and passionate about quality and service. It really seems impossible to have a bad experience at Shoredog Cafe. The lighting, the music, and the decoration is relaxing and inviting.

Found this cafe on a tiktok review and decided on a whim I was going to try it. This place was well…read moreworth it. The vibe inside is a cute dim lit ambiance with tons of seating. They have a bar that doubles as a coffee bar that also sells wine and beer in the evening? Tons of parking outside and maybe tables to choose from even though the place was pretty filled up! All the syrups for coffee were house made which I LOVE!! a lot of places in Richmond don't do house made syrups so that already puts this place on top. I got an iced latte with vanilla bean and my partner ordered an iced coffee with brown sugar cinnamon. 10/10 on both. Seriously. One of the best lattes I've had in this area and the prices were LOW compared to other cafes. My 12 oz latte was under $6 and so was my partners coffee. The people were nice who work here as well and seemed to know what they were doing.

The Plant Café is a new spot along Richmond's Canal Walk inside of padel plant they sell a variety…read moreof hot and cold beverages as pastries from Sugar and Twine. The staff is super nice and I enjoyed chatting with them while waiting for my drinks. We got a tiramisu latte, vanilla latte, and a matcha latte. Open 8AM to 10PM (as of May 2025)

I really enjoy The Plant Cafe inside Padel Plant (and next to Smokestack). I've gotten a few…read morepastries from here, but mostly come for the drinks during salsa nights. Order inside and sit at a table to watch padel, or grab a seat outdoors. The staff is amazing - and Kimberly at the bar is great! Her drink creations are delicious, and she's super friendly as well.

These guys had a Food Truck that showed up at my job and I was curious on what they had. When me…read moreand my co-workers were talking about the food truck, they weren't interested because it was mostly vegan but I was the only one who didn't mind it and didn't change my mind. I decided to settle with a Turkey Burger and Fries because as much as the Garden Salad and the Shrimp looks delicious, the pricing was just a little bit much. But I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt since it's a small business. I was bummed out for them not selling any Smoothies (Not in the Chester Location but only in the Glen Allen as far as I know) but I wasn't disappointed with what I got. The cooks were pretty friendly and the food came through in pretty good timing. I would definitely come back and try the shrimp next time, if they come near my location. :)

They catered my galentine's event the food and the ambiance was amazing. The service was excellent…read more Definitely recommended

Wow!!! This was the first time I came into Teaberries. I am SO IMPRESSED! I was welcomed by the…read moreowner, Erin, who is an absolute sweetheart. Everything is made fresh in house with organic ingredients. I had a cranberry bacon scone and oh my gosh it was divine. It was moist, had beautiful layers, and paired beautifully with the Devonshire butter. The warmed scone came with my soup flight. Yup! I said SOUP FLIGHT! I had the harvest soup, lemon chicken orzo, and tomato basil. The harvest was my favorite. It had the perfect balance of fall flavors. The lemon chicken orzo was also flavorful, the chicken was tender, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The tomato basil was also delicious. It wasn't overly salted or too heavy which I often find when having soup at other establishments. Their quiches are all gluten free which I can't wait to try next time. They also have chicken salad and several other selections to choose from. There are a ton of teas to try too; either hot or cold. Plus they have over ninety teas you can purchase too! They have two bathrooms that are just as adorable as the dining area. They also have a prayer room and a selfie wall! If you're a breastfeeding parent it could also double as a lactation room which is incredibly helpful. They truly thought of everything. Parking is easy as it's in a strip mall. There's plenty of seating or you can take your food to go. They have high chairs available as well as children's books. Right next door is Kips tea room which I can't wait to try in the future too. Kip was equally wonderful. Kip and Erin are a dynamic duo of warmth and you can tell that everything is made with love! Check this local business out!

I'm totally delighted with TeaBerries Cafe! This casual, yet, cozy eatery/tea shop is perfect if…read moreyou are a sinensophile like me, a person who loves tea! There are dozens and dozens of tea flavors to choose from to enjoy there with a meal, or take home! Either way you'll be steeped in satisfaction! The owner, Erin, is lovely and so willing to please her customers! Her staff is also super friendly! The decor is warm and inviting, with little nooks for selfies, moments of reflection, or work or read! I came with a friend, no reservations required, and the food case was full of delectable choices, (Tea with Kip next door provides her menu selections) and we had a hard time deciding from the yummy offerings! There were 2 soups, ham & bean and a butternut chicken (friendship soup), quiche, a spinach wrap, a roast beef sandwich, several salad choices, along with a variety of scones, muffins and danishes! Our meal was scrumptious and the tea was delish. We chose the Earl Greyer and can't wait to go back to try the plethora of other flavors! The tea shop was beautifully appointed and we had a wonderful time! I can't wait til next tea time!

Food A+ Service A+…read moreAtmosphere A+ Great local restaurant, that is independently owned, highly recommend!

Charred is one of my new favorite spots! Restaurant is open, clean, and not too loud. Our waitress…read moreAbby was so attentive, and since we haven't been there before she educated us about the menu and gave us some recommendations. Since it is our first time, she passed it on to the kitchen manager kyndell, who kindly brought us the palmetto chicken sliders. They were savory and sweet and amazing! The Bri appetizer was delicious as well, with crunchy bread to serve with. On to the lunch : both got the smash burgers, sweet potato fries, and regular fries. Regular fries were seasoned to perfection, and crunchy. Sweet potato fries were waffle and dusted with a little sugar. Both were great! Burger was crispy and you can tell it was a quality meat. House sauce was good as well! Dessert: we got the bacon wrapped dates which was the star of the show. Such a creative concept, came with goat cheese and honey! They were amazing, and I could have had 10 more. The flavors paired perfectly. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, Abby and kyndall really made our time special. We will be back to try the pizza and other apps!