Went back for a second time and was another mid experience. They were busy which is no problem,…read morebut they all seemed annoyed and super flustered. Not the calm vibe you'd expect at a coffee shop...I'll stick to my usual Bon Air spots...

Updating my review to add;…read more They were positively slammed today, so there was an expected wait. Dave was able to expedite a bagel for our toddler so she didn't melt down. And the food was AMAZING! My croissant sandwich was so good and my husband loved his burrito. We both agreed well worth the wait and the expanded menu with those breakfast croissants is gonna be dangerous for my wallet!

The best part of art factory is that you can paint or paint pottery or even use their toddler space…read morewhile having coffee with friends. I joined a writing group every other Monday that meets there as well. The coffee is creative. The food choices are pretty normal to a café. There is lots of space and they have lots of arts and crafts for sale, including balloons for parties.

Stopped by Art & Coffee to grab a snack and a drink while I was in the area. I was expecting a…read morebasic coffee shop with maybe some art on the walls. But I was greeted with a colorful large space instead. This place has everything creative from a gift shop with so many unique items, to a large open studio space in the back and a cafe area with drinks/food items. The food items offered are a little limited to mainly breakfast items and sandwiches but the grilled cheese I ordered was the best piece of nostalgia I could have. It was buttery and toasted to perfection. The drink menu is extensive with something for everyone, they also have a variety of locally baked pastries/goods for sale. In addition to my sandwich I got the lavender lemonade lotus drink and a red velvet cake pop. All delicious! The staff was very friendly and even answered my questions about how the open studio worked as I ordered. I will definitely be back to paint something fun and maybe indulge my inner child with another grilled cheese!

I've been seeing this all over my social media so stopped into before a walk. The pistachio latte…read morewas absolutely delicious! Not too sweet at all. It was busy but we were able to find parking in the lot on a Saturday and walk right up to the order window. Will be back!

I first learned of this cafe while on Tik Tok. I thought it was in Midlothian which is not very…read moreclose to my home, but actually visited this weekend and it is right near the arboretum. It is a hidden gem. It appeared that they had more than a cafe, but an actual sit in restaurant. I solely went here for the dubai chocolate covered Strawberries and ordered this at the walk up window. The serving was huge and I could have easily shared this with 6 people and I felt this justified the price. I could not finish it all so I asked my child to put it in the fride. The next day, I removed all of the strawberries and reheated the chocolate. With whatever chocolate was left over, I put over some grapes. It was delicious also. I'd like to go back and try the restaurant which served halal options and some of the waffle options.

I recently tried the Richmond location, so I decided to check out this one too. The experience was…read morepretty much the same. I got the same drink, no pastry again, and honestly, no complaints.

Korean-style bakery offering a variety of pastries, cakes, bubble teas, and coffee drinks, which…read moremakes it feel like both a dessert stop and a casual hangout. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by display cases filled with beautifully presented baked goods. It's the kind of place where you want to grab a tray and try a little bit of everything. Their mix of sweet and savory pastries pairs perfectly with their milk teas or coffee. The atmosphere is laid-back and works whether you're meeting friends, studying, or just stopping in for dessert. With affordable pricing and a broad menu of drinks and baked items, it's an easy place to return to when you want something different from a regular coffee shop.

Bright and airy space, almost like a spa!…read more Quiet when I came in weekday afternoon. Calming spot to grab a treat, get some work done/journal, or catch up with friends in an aesthetic and modern cafe. Ordered the paradise tea with mango and avocado. I loved the textures and layers of flavors. The drink was filling and lasted me a while, not watery but refreshing. The mango tasted fresh and avocado creamy. I haven't tried the pastries at this location, but have at their other Richmond cafe. Great cakes and buns made fresh in-house. Easy to find parking at the lot outside. Service is pretty quick.

Came here to get a breakfast pastry while in the area. Brecotea is a Korean inspired bakery that…read morealso has hot and cold beverages, breads, cakes, and savory sandwiches as well. The ambiance was clean and orderly. Upon entering, you grab a serving tray lined with parchment and some tongs. The items are in a glass enclosed display that you have to open and place your selections on your tray for purchase. I settled on the pistachio cream filled pecan pastry, the almond twist, and strawberry shortcake. The beverage menu was extensive: matcha, flavored teas, cocoa, espresso/coffee, and more. We were greeted by pleasant staff at checkout and our orders placed in a parchment type bag for take out. They also have seating inside. The pastries were just sweet enough without being overly sweet, which I like. The pistachio cream was a perfect compliment to the pecan encrusted pastry. The almond twist was both flaky and crunchy with the sliced almonds on top, and the strawberry shortcake had layers of real strawberries, whipped topping and yellow cake that was moist. All were fresh. All in all, a great place to stop by for a morning pastry treat and tea/coffee while in the area,

Remote worked for a few hours here. I went right when they opened and was greeted immediately when…read moreI walked through the door. The service was very friendly throughout my visit and really appreciated the attentiveness from the sever. I ended up getting a hot Charcoal Mocha because it seemed like something you can't get anywhere else, it has activated charcoal, espresso, cocoa powder & a touch of coconut oil. I love that they serve their drinks out of fun mugs, it feels homey. To eat, I got the Charter Colony sandwich once I noticed they offered gluten free bread. They have a great game selection and play area for kids and I think this would be a great place to catch up with a friend. Will be back!

TLDR: first breakfast experience was great but my second visit was average and slightly…read moredisappointing comparatively. Maybe 3rd time's the charm? Vibe- I came here looking for a place to eat and get some work done. If you're big on ambiance/aesthetics then this is not the place for you. The decor is dated and distracted. I was expecting a neighborhood coffee shop vibe but the staff wasn't particularly friendly or welcoming. Overall, service was underwhelming. Food - both times I ordered the charter colony. The croissant is really the star IMO. It's soft, fluffy, buttery - everything you could ask for! Other than that the sandwich is to be expected. Good but not wowed for the price. The side of potatoes were WAY better during my first visit. They were super crispy and flavorful. This time they were average and bordering burnt. My food came out warm (not hot) and I waited for nearly 15 minutes for my sandwich which felt far too long considering I was the only person (literally!) in the entire restaurant.

Awesome service and outstanding coffee, love going there! They have the chick-fil-a effect, you…read moreare quick to go through, with great service. I stop by every chance.

I stopped by on Monday after hearing such great things about the chain. Fortunately, my experience…read morelived up to the expectations. I pulled into one of the two ordering lanes, and was greeted right away with an iPad. I was between the Blondie and Cinnamon Roll and was directed to the Blondie as a first-timer. Such a good choice! I ordered the medium iced and it was so, so good. All the folks working were super friendly and kind, and the price was reasonable. I wish there was a 7Brew location closer to me in the Near West End. I'd be there all the time!

This place gets BUSY! I met a friend for lunch, her suggestion, as a good place to catch up. She…read moresaid she normally gets some work done there. There were several groups meeting during our visit, around 10am, one of which seemed like a small book club or something. It was cool, but seemed it could be a bit distracting for a working coffee shop vibe. They serve breakfast and lunch. As she frequents here, she challenged the menu, which said no breakfast after 10/1030, and sure enough they said breakfast was served all day. She ordered a breakfast sandwich and I opted to get the chicken salad lunch sandwich. It was different than what I'd say traditional chicken salad would be served as, but it was okay, just unexpected. I got a smoothie for my drink. It was fresh and good. My only gripe is that it was very pricey for what you get. Between our two meals and drinks it was over $60 which is wild for brunch in a cafe style coffee shop.

Love this place. A writing group I belong to writes here every other week. It is often busy and…read moreloud, but there are lots of places to sit and get work done. The food is a higher caliber than the average coffee shop. I typically get a protein smoothie and espresso or an egg and cheese croissant.

Was very pleased to find this newer place fairly near the VA - which makes for a nice option before…read moreor after appointments. Located in a newer shopping and dining plaza, the inside was surprisingly large and nicely decorated. Quite a decently sized menu with a good variety of. Today we were having lunch, so Pho sounded good to us. We started with an order (2) of shrimp and pork spring rolls - nothing unusual but nice and fresh. I had B6 - Bún bò Huế: Rice vermicelli in spicy beef noodle soup and pork shank. Lots of flavor and LARGE quantity - bring your appetite! Drawbacks: shank was very fatty, but ate around that. Also broth had a fishy note to it - as if too heavy on the Nước chấm. Wife had P10 - Phở Bò Chín: well-done brisket, served with tender rice noodles in a rich, spiced broth. Both dishes were accompanied by fresh garnishes including cilantro, onions, basil, bean sprouts, shredded cabbage and lime. All the tables presented Sriracha, hot chili oil and hoisin sauce. All-in-all, a very filling and tasty meal for a reasonable price.

Clean dining area with prompt seating and service where I got the brisket pho (chin) and my own…read moreveggies for my pho vs. hubby's bub bo hue which is rice vermicelli in spicy beef noodle soup and pork shank. He had his own fresh vegetables for his meal. His meal definitely had just a tad too much fish sauce. I added just a small spoonful of their chili crisp oil located at each table and it was perfect. Hubby added more of the provided accompaniments for his taste. We did start out with shrimp rolls but in retrospect we didn't need them because the entrees were so generous. New pho restaurant in the area and for us. More upscale than some pho restaurants we have dined.

Great little coffee spot in Midlothian, they have a huge selection and the staff is friendly, they…read morealso manufacture all the coffee in the back. My toasted marshmallow iced coffee was out of this world. This will definitely be my new coffee spot from now on.

I stumbled upon this coffee shop and roastery while I was in Midlothian last week. I was in the…read moremood to try some coffee and am so happy I found this place. They roast single origin coffees onsite and sell them in completely biodegradable pods, which only stay on their shelves for up to 30 days so the coffee always tastes super fresh. They are not like other biodegradable pods you may see for sale elsewhere, these actually ensure you get a fantastic cup of coffee each time. I started talking to the baristas, Lisa and Anastasia, and shared that I used to work for Starbucks and was amazed how the same coffee could taste completely different if it was prepared differently. Lisa promptly took out two bags of coffee and prepared a pour over of each. They were the same beans, but roasted at different temperatures. She gave tastes to me and another customer. It was amazing how different the coffees tasted, and they even had different colors. It was such a cool experience! I bought a box of Columbia medium roast pods, which I've been enjoying every day this week. They have several coffees available to try, along with pastries and made to order sandwiches. It's located in an industrial area, off the main road, but is well worth the trip if you're looking for some delicious coffee. It's become my go to coffee roaster in the Richmond area.