I'm the researcher when it comes to traveling and I chose this spot for breakfast for our first time here in Richmond. We loved and enjoyed everything - our server was upbeat and knowledgeable, the hosts and staff were pleasant, and our food was delicious. Great way to start our day of walking around and visiting nearby museums. This restaurant and the neighborhood it's in are such a vibe; it kind of felt like we were on a movie set. We ate here on a Thursday morning when they opened and they weren't crazy busy at all. If we had time during our trip, we would've eaten here for a second time. read more

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It was my first time trying this place. It was yummy! I ordered the chorizo frittata.

I loved the food here. Everything was pretty delicious & cooked very well. The eggs were seasoned good and didn't require any extra seasoning. The potatoes were one of my favorite side dishes. The service was also a 10/10! Our waitress was very friendly and professional. Give this place a try . read more

Lulu's - Fried Chicken & Red Velvet Waffle - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Man oh man! What a GEM in Richmond. I was attending a cheerleading competition for my daughter and knew I had time to burn. I searched yelp for some breakfast spots and this place came up. We arrived at open and were quickly seated. I originally came for the red velvet pancake but was surprised when they said it was just food coloring. I immediately changed my mind and ended up getting some DELICIOUS French Toast and potatoes. The potatoes were nicely seasoned. Country Ham was salty like it was suppose to be. Eggs and bacon were good. I couldn't have been more happier. My mother in law ordered the Chorizo Frittata and it was gone before I could look up. If I visit Richmond again I'll definitely be back. read more

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BLUF: Ok food. Normal drinks. Slow service. Food (3/5): I got the country fried steak and was very dissapointed with how small and tough it was. I asked for my eggs to be over medium (their menu states to ask if you want your eggs done different than over easy) and they came out over easy. I hate the over easy texture. I was disgusted by it. Ambiance (4/5): loud music, typical brunch place, not too crowded (had a 15 min wait for 2 people). It was a modern yet normal looking brunch spot, nothing that stood out. Service (3/5): Service was slow, but they seemed short staffed. Our waitress was good, but I ended up getting my drink after the meal was done. And I kept getting an evil eye from one of the waitresses. Not sure what that was about. Biscuits (3/5): They had a sweet flavor and were undercooked. The gravy on it made it very soggy. read more

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Let me start off by saying the service sucks, my husband and myself was greeted and given a table by the waiter at the door, we set down for 10 minutes no one never came to the table but it was a group of workers standing right by us laughing not paying us no mind. I asked was anyone working because no one greeted or came to the table, one of the workers said we all are working. Long story short the food was okay, a came out pretty fast but they do not cater to the black community at all! No shade but white people came in after us was greeted, and got service right away! I was disgusted and will not return and by the way my husband still tipped! read more

Food slapped & the service was great. Josh was super attentive and did a great job of checking in on us. The atmosphere was pretty chill and the music was a vibe. We also had two different mimosas, the Brazilian & Blood Orange. I love that they provide to-go cups as well. I would definitely frequent again when visiting the area. read more

Lulu's - Atlantic Omelette - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Extra charge for eggs in an egg dish. I ordered heuvos rancheros which per the menu description includes eggs. Got a big surprise when the bill came and I had been charged an extra $4 for the 2eggs that I assumed came with the price of the dish since they are one of the primary ingredients in the dish. Otherwise the food tasted good but was a bit too greasy. Won't be returning due to up charges for items that should be included in the price. I understand eggs are expensive lately but this is like charging extra for eggs in your scrambled eggs or omelet.... read more

The food is good the waitress are very polite and the ambiance is good I recommend This place

Located in the heart of Shockoe Bottom, Lulu's serves up American brunch favorites in an atmosphere. The steam punk wall decor gives the place a fun yet comfortable vibe. The walls are decorated with an impressive collection of vintage baby doll art, up-cycled with bodies made from scrap metal junk such as old feed cans and gasoline receptacles. Metal fixtures and colorful lightbulbs are utilized throughout to add to this cultivated industrial TI OT. My favorite dish here is the shrimp and stone-milled pimento grits. It features stone-ground cheesy pimento grits with seared shrimp, poached eggs , hollandaise and ｄｉａｂｌｏ sauce and is finished with some fresh asparagus spears. The pimento cheese , poached eggs, and specialty sauces really make this dish . Runner up, though, is any dish that includes their red velvet waffles (choices are fried chicken and waffles or red velvet waffles served with pecan cream cheese and waffles). Fun, atmosphere and ïṅċṛëḋïḅḷë, inventive dishes make this place a welcome respite from your average diner for brunch. read more

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We had a great experience at Lulu's, starting with being seated immediately despite the place being packed. The service was excellent: attentive, friendly, and efficient. Our food came out surprisingly fast, which is always a plus when dining at a busy brunch spot. Food Breakdown *Potatoes - They were flavorful but not quite cooked to perfection. The peppers were cut into large chunks, making them a bit overwhelming in each bite. They also weren't sautéed as well as they could have been, leaving them slightly undercooked in some areas. That said, the seasoning was good, and they still made for a decent side. *Sausage Links - These were the thick, old-school style links--not the small breakfast sausages most places serve. They had a nice, juicy bite and a traditional, hearty flavor. If you like classic, full-bodied sausage, you'll enjoy them. *Red Velvet Waffle - While the flavor was there, it had a slightly burnt aftertaste, which made it taste overcooked. However, it wasn't so bad that I didn't eat it--I just think it could have been prepared a little better. The saving grace was the pecan cream cheese and other toppings, which were absolutely perfect. The balance of sweetness and texture worked really well, enhancing the overall dish. *Chorizo - This was a highlight of the meal! It tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and authentic. The texture was just right--not too dry or too greasy--and the flavor was bold but not overpowering. Definitely a standout. *Cheese Grits - These were smooth, creamy, and well-seasoned. Not too thick, not too runny. If you're a grits person, you'll appreciate how well they were prepared. Overall Experience: The service really stood out. It was quick, professional, and attentive without being overbearing. I'd give it a solid 9/10. We sat outside, which made for a really nice atmosphere, but I do wish they had umbrellas for some shade. The sun was bright, and it would have made the experience even more comfortable. For brunch, we spent $51 for two people, and that was without any alcohol--just food. Given the portion sizes and quality, I'd say it was a fair price. While the food wasn't perfect, the good far outweighed the bad, and I'd definitely come back. Overall, I'd rate my experience an 8/10! read more

The service was good. The tacos were pretty small but I enjoyed my food. The atmosphere is very upscale and it was a nice place to go after work. read more

Nice I divey breakfast/brunch spot in the heart of Richmond. Great food. Great drinks. Great service.

The food simply wasn't very good. Our waitress was kind, peppy, & helpful. The food came over fast, but a little too fast if you know what I mean. It appears they may prepare a bunch of brunch dishes and then serve as ordered. The food however was overpriced & disappointing. I got the Atlantic omelet which was flavorless, even worst though my friend got the chicken & biscuits & it was truly the worst biscuit EVERRRR. You basically had to saw in to it, to even get a bite & then the texture was beyond off & I would've never guessed it was a biscuit. read more

Lulu's - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

OMG! Their brunch is amazing. Highly recommend the omelettes and mimosa pitcher. Come early as there's always a line, we grabbed the last outdoor table and we showed up decently early on a Sunday. read more

Lulu's - Atlantic Omelette - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I checked out LuLus for a brunch with a friend & we had a great time! First step was drinks - I had their pomegranate mule. It came in a pint glass which is already a bonus, it was also delicious! Their menu is diverse and has some cool options; like their red velvet waffle! I ended up putting together some side items for my meal and was so pleased! I had a fried chicken biscuit with honey - delicious! Thier biscuits will fill you up and are so good. I also had their cheese grits which they make with pimento cheese - yum!! I would go back there just for these grits! Final thoughts: food was delicious, drinks were great and plenty big, and the cost was lower than I expected! read more

Excellent meal and service! Sat at the bar and bartender was awesome. I had the corned beef hash and poached eggs. My husband had the red velvet waffles and scrambled eggs. Both very tasty! Mimosas were great too! Love this place. read more

In this April's installment of New Dining Adventures, we went to Lulu's. The menu was intriguing, and included many GF options, so we checked it out. The neighborhood Lulu's is in is so much fun, with so much personality. The restaurant fit right in. It was busy for Sunday brunch, but we had reservations and the layout of the dining room didn't feel crowded. Our server Rasheedah took excellent care of us. And her recommendations were spot on. My chicken and waffles were tasty, but Friend's omelet looked amazing! Everything was well prepared and we enjoyed it immensely. Lulu's is definitely on my go-to list now for brunch. And I absolutely WILL be getting the Atlantic Omelet next time. read more

Lulu's - Atlantic Omelet - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Brunch is my favorite meal of the day and Lulu's did not disappoint. I was just visiting RVA and wanted to eat a place that had outdoor seating. I ordered the French Toast and added eggs, potatoes, and sausage. You also can't forget the mimosa and mine had a floater shot of rum. I will definitely go again when I'm in town. Josh was my waiter and he was great! He was knowledgeable about the menu and didn't rush me as I was trying to enjoy my morning! read more

Lulu's - Brazilian Mimosa, coffee, and water... perfect morning trifecta - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Amazing and quaint place in Shockoe! Apparently the home of red velvet waffles. I went there for my birthday celebration and they easily accommodated a group of 6 with a table and let us eat my cake! I enjoyed my meal there. Very nice atmosphere. I think the grits could have used more seasonings and salt though. Fairly bland. read more

Lulu's - Shrimp & Stone-Milled Pimento Grits - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Stop scrolling and go to Lulu's. We stopped in on a very busy Saturday morning around 11. We were able to be sat quickly. The place is big and has a great vibe. Whomever picked the music did a great job. Alicia Keys, Beyoncé, TLC, and Micheal Jackson for the win. We had the Chicken and Biscuit entree, it is epic. The Chorizo Omelette is delicious, and we did an a la carte biscuit and fried chicken. This place is awesome. Service was good and unobtrusive, food...great, ambience...great. Highly recommended. read more

Came here for brunch because it was very hyped up but didn't necessarily live up to it. Nothing was particularly bad, the food just lacked in flavor & that's why I'm giving 3 stars. I wouldn't come again for the breakfast/brunch menu. The Bloody Mary was also very watered down & lacked flavor. The place was cute and clean though & the service was wonderful. Our server was so kind and accommodating when we needed suggestions/had complaints. read more

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It's been YEARS since I've been to Lulu's and I was excited when my friend suggested we meet up for a good ol Sunday brunch at this RVA fan favorite. Unfortunately, my experience recently put a bad taste in my mouth. For starters we ordered a picture of Brazilian mimosas which was supposed to have rum in it but it tasted watered down. Womp. My friend who is a regular said it's been better. For food I went with the steak special that was to be served with eggs and potatoes. Can't go wrong with steak and potatoes amiright?! WRONG. When my meal came out it LOOKED good.. however after moving the mound of eggs and potatoes to the side I noticed I was only given 3 baby slices of steak?! I guess they tried to cover it up to create an illusion that I had more than what was actually there. I decided to take a little nibble on one of the pieces while my food was still hot and it was TOUGH. Now looking back I should have changed my order when the waitress said I couldn't choose the temperature of my steak. Genuinely curious I asked for my waitress to ask her if this was all of the steak I was to be given? When she came up she looked at it and said "I'll go get the manager".?!? Odd interaction because I felt it was a question she should have been able to answer or at least go get the answer from the kitchen. I just wanted a yes or no lol. At this point I stop eating the potatoes/eggs so they can see what's on my plate...Y'all, it was at least 15 mins before this manager came to my table. During this time I noticed my waitress was huddled in a group of other servers looking back at us?! Just weird. Anywho the manager shows up and do you know what he said? Nope not hi simply "who is complaining about the steak?" My friend and I were both thrown off because is that how you greet your guest! I corrected him and said I wasn't complaining I just wanted to know if this was all of my steak. He then proceeds to tell me the waitress said I ATE A PIECE?!? Lmaooo Iucky for him I take pics of all my food so I proudly showed him what I was given verses the steak still on my plate. Him: "oh yeah, that is a small piece, we can send another piece out for you" . At this point I'm thinking they'd remake it bc I waited so long and my food was cold! Y'all .. they sent out the smallest overcooked little end piece of the steak to make up for the one I bit into.. I couldn't help but laugh. By this point I was over it. Kept it cute, tipped well, &mentally decided I will not rushing back smh. Positives : Music was good! read more

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I loved Lulus ...and not because my name is Lucille ! Richmond has a great food scene , and this is one of my favorites . Lulus is a true breakfest / brunch place, open from 9-3. Your choice to dine inside or outside ! Casual and cool vibe ! Even the servers are cool, but warm ! Friendly , welcoming , attentive . Bloody Mary's were well balanced , with a nice kick. I had lulus benedict , because it's so hard for me not to go that route! eggs perfectly cooked , hollandaise rich , buttery with that zing of lemon , country ham and toasty english muffins . My son and daughter had the chicken and waffles ! chicken juicy and tender , waffle fluffy and light . Also included , 2 scrambled eggs and a side of sausage gravy . Food timing was perfect . Food arrived hot , a must for me ! A reservation would be helpful , it's a hopping place . read more

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Lulus is such a cute place and I love that they do reservations for brunch. We went at 10:30 on a Saturday and it wasn't too busy which surprised me. We were sat quickly and our drink orders were taken. We ordered the French toast, Benedict and the chicken biscuit. All of the food was good. The pomegranate mule was great. Only downside is our server kind of vanished and didn't return mid meal to give us an opportunity to order a second round of drinks. read more

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Great food, service, & atmosphere were perfect for my friend's birthday brunch! Highly recommended!! read more

After a not-so-great brunch at Millie's, we made it back to Lulu's and it didn't disappointment! We made a reservation and made it just in time to get seated (Note: If you are 10 minutes past your reservation time, they will give your table away). The peach mimosa was good and a lot bigger than I expected! Worth it! We both ordered the shrimp and grits with a biscuit. Everything was good and the music was perfect for Saturday brunch vibes. read more

We came to Lulu's for an early Mother's Day brunch. We made a reservation at noon awhile ago for this occasion. We were seated pretty soon when we arrived, and the waiter took our order in a decent timing. However; the food took 50 - 60 minutes to come out. The place is super loud and packed, so our family can't really talk comfortably. We all were so hungry. I ordered the Atlantic Omelette and red velvet waffle. By the time food is out, my waffle is cold. I did not particularly enjoy it. The Atlantic omelette was pretty good. I was disappointed with the slow service, and it definitely does not help that the food (mostly red velvet waffle) is just average. I probably would not go back again. read more

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When me and my friend got here, the vibes were amazing! and the hostess that greeted us was so nice and so was our server! the music was nice but it was kind of really loud in there but besides that everything was great! the food was also amazing it was my first time having biscuits and gravy and i loved it. i would definitely come here again! read more

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Lulu's Ratings: 4.1/5 Food: 4.25/5 - A great brunch place that I got to try out with my boyfriend and friends this past weekend. Lulu's is popping and busy, but it was worth the crowd and wait. We were all pleased with every dish we got and enjoyed our time here. Please read the description below for more details on the items my boyfriend and I got to share. - Chicken & Red Velvet Waffle [GET]: Whoa, definitely tastes so much better than it looks. The chicken was so well-seasoned and flavorful. I like how it is lightly battered as well, but still got that slight crispiness to it. The waffle had a strong red velvet-y flavor, fluffy, soft, and moist too. It's a good waffle. You can choose how to cook your eggs, and my boyfriend got scramble eggs. It was nicely cooked, but I would prefer it to be over easy eggs. It comes with a side of roasted potatoes too and gravy too. - Lulu's Benedict [GET]: Haven't had a benedict in a hot minute, and I was excited for the poached eggs. They were nicely cooked, maybe just a minute overcooked, could be runnier. I like the toasted English muffin and the grilled asparagus really surprised me; it was not soggy and had a really nice crunch. The only downside was the country ham was too salty, and I couldn't finish them, maybe I should have opted it for bacon. The potatoes are great, and I finished them all. Overall, the benedict was tasty, but nothing too spectacular. Ambiance: 4.25/5 - Lulu's is loud and packed with customers as soon as we got there. Interior got a retro vibe, nicely decorated, and spacious. We got to sit in the back, which is another room past there the bathrooms were. There's another full bar back there as well. We sat close to the patio door, so it was quite cold whenever someone opens the door, but oh well. This is a great spot for a large group people for brunch. Price: 4/5 - I got the Lulu's Benedict for $14, and my boyfriend got the chicken & red velvet waffle for $15 before tax. The total of our bill came up to be around $100 for all of us. Portions are decent, and it's a fair price for brunch in RVA. Service: 4/5 - Our server was great. She was friendly and welcoming. We were well-taken care of. She got us water and took our orders in a timely fashion. The food came out within 15 minutes, and it all came at the same time, fresh and hot! Make sure to make a reservation on OpenTable, because they can get very busy on the weekends. BLUF: Amazing and a classic brunch spot with a nice atmosphere in RVA. I highly recommend getting the chicken and red velvet waffle, and your taste buds will be satisfied. I will return again to try their famous biscuits as well. read more

Lulu's - Chicken & Red Velvet Waffle (top), LuLu's Benedict (bottom) - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Friday 4/1/22 1pm Sat At the bar. Was thrown off by the menu because I wanted lunch but they focus on brunch/breakfast. It's ok though, breakfast is my favorite meal. Initially I wanted the waffles and chicken but the only waffles they had are red velvet, Which apparently they're known for. That's just too much for me. And they did not have regular waffles. I settled for the Lulus Benedict. It came with very small portion of potatoes, 3 -4 pieces of asparagus everything was ok but filling. Eggs did not come out looking appealing (photo), they were also not poached but more so boiled soft. the hollandaise sauce was very watery. It was ok. Nothing to jump up and down about. 3stars for me. Nothing exceptional to warrant more. Nice waitress/bartender. Not running back here anytime soon. read more

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Came for brunch with a friend and was blown away by both my smoky bacon bloody mary and the huevos rancheros with avocado. Both were so flavorful. I don't think of Richmond as a brunch town but I would come back here for brunch anytime. Interested in trying the biscuits and gravy next. read more

Lulu's - Smoky bacon bloody mary - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This is a go to brunch spot for us as temporary residents of RVA. The food and mimosa pitchers never disappoint. The specials are always on point, the potatoes are delicious with peppers and onions, the biscuits are moist and flaky, and they always make our mimosa pitchers with light OJ. It's also always a great vibe. The staff is friendly and there's always great music. read more

Lulu's - Steak and shrimp special - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Waiter OZ will press you for a tip. He stood at the table and asked were we gonna tip he. He then followed us to the bathroom asking did we need change for a tip. Then checked the table again as we walked out and shouted thanks for nothing. 3 checks with a total of 4 ppl, 3 out of the 4 tip with card and the other had cash until he did that !!! read more

Don't mind my snobby California brunch expectations, this place was good, just not comparable to California. However, I do appreciate how beautiful the plates looked! I definitely recommend getting the red velvet waffles for the aesthetic but the french toast for the taste! The side condiments (strawberry syrup, apple butter, whipped cream) were super yummy! But overall everything was pretty okay, I wish the waffles were less dry and had more flavor. The potatoes were good too but not super seasoned. The day we came, our server was in a bad mood unfortunately. She didn't rub it off on us because my partner and I understood she was upset, but it could have been taken wrong by other customers. But the overall vibe of the place was super cute & busy! read more

Lulu's - Red Velvet Waffle & French Toast - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We are in town for a wedding and decided to have breakfast here. OMG!!! We loved the food, the service, the ambiance & the music!! Josh was our sever and he was fantastic!! read more

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I am surprised by LuLu's popularity. There was a 20-minute wait for brunch on a Friday morning at 10 which suggests this place is going to be great: it wasn't. The hostess was unfriendly and seemed to think she was giving paying guests a gift by ushering them to their tables. Our server was friendly and pleasant but not particularly attentive. Nonetheless I thought the food would be LuLu's saving grace: it was not. My TOA (tomato, onion, avocado) omelette was delicious but the accompanying breakfast potatoes were overpowering . They were so highly seasoned that you couldn't identify the potatoes. My companion's BLT was mostly bread; however, she ordered a side of cheese grits that were on point. The menu says no substitutions which is a shame because I would definitely substitute the grits for the potatoes. read more

Lulu's - TOA Omelette and breakfast potatoes - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I visited this place today (Tuesday) around 10am. It wasn't busy at all but we were asked about a reservation. Generally, reservations are required (I think) but if it's not busy, you're fine. We were seated fairly quickly and bought glasses of water. For a brunch place, their menu seems fairly limited but I'm sure anyone could find something they like. I ordered the croissant sandwich with bacon and over medium eggs. The eggs were as runny as expected but the sandwich still turned out good. The cheese was placed on the croissant rather than the egg so I thought that was a unique but nice touch. The mimosa was good as well. My friend ordered the burger with no complaints. We both liked the potatoes but they needed a little salt and pepper. Overall, a good experience. I'd try it out again. Note: we parked on the street and outdoor seating was available read more

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A great brunch place for larger groups! It was easy for us to get a reservation in the morning over the holidays. Get a mimosa - it comes in a pint glass, rather than a champagne flute. The eggs Benedict was pretty average. Nothing spectacular but still tasty. The seasoning on the potatoes was great! Overall, would recommend. read more

Lulu's - LuLu 's Benedict - New American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Joshua was a great waiter! He was attentive to our needs and came to check on us in a timely fashion. The customer service this time around was great and the food was good as usual! Check out Lulus! read more