Great location! Great coffee! Plus a play area and some high chairs. I was headed to a mama play date and needed a quick place to stop with my kiddos to grab a snack. Even though they'd lost power from a storm, they still had lots of yummy goodies to sell. My kids had some yummy chocolate chip scones and whole milk. I had a regular cappuccino. And it was just perfect. The kids played in the well-stocked, well-sized play area for a few minutes before we sat down to eat our snack. There were high chairs that I could have used for my toddler, but he sat pretty well on the bench seat, so I didn't use one. If we lived in the area, we'd definitely be back! read more

Perk! - Love the modern-rustic decor and unusually shaped tables. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Not only does it have the best breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and of course coffee, you can also shop local gifts such as mugs, wine, and kombucha! Always reaching out and supporting their community. Safe during COVID and super friendly! read more

Visited this sweet little Café today and was not disappointed. I really love that they have a blocked off children's area. We felt super comfortable and welcome and not at all like we were disturbing anyone that was trying to work (which usually happens in coffee shops). The pastries are tasty and the pimento cheese, please! was really good as well. I can't wait to come back. read more

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This place is amazing. No one beats their coffee and breakfast sandwiches! Skip the chain shops and support a local business, they're FAR superior! We get this twice a week, it's ALWAYS consistently amazing! read more

We had breakfast bagels. One was pimento cheese with Turkey sausage &egg. Very good. The other was bacon &egg on everything bagel. Yummy. Only comment was that for a large bagel they only gave a tiny sausage patty. I'd recommend the place. read more

Friendly, good food and great atmosphere. This is a "new" regular for us!................................

A neighborhood gem. The food tastes like homemade. Sorry I don't drink coffee but I love their tea!

I wanted to love it but it just isn't for me, for multiple reasons. Spent ~$40 on lunch that consisted of barely any food. Waited a long time considering we only ordered two sandwiches. Didn't order any coffee or specialty drinks. The sandwiches were sooo boring. Realized they forgot one of the three ingredients (other than bread) on one of the sandwiches. Went back on the line to add it. Even though I had just received my food and had the box in hand, not 1 of the 3 servers (there may have even been 4 at one point) made eye contact with me on line or reached out. I waited a long time to let them know they forgot an ingredient and to have it passed over so I could add it to the sandwich. The vibe is there and I wanted it to be a go to spot in the neighborhood but I can't get behind expensive boring food plus poor service. read more

I needed a pick me up and decided to check Perk out! I love the branding and have been following them on various social media platforms for awhile now. It's a fairly large coffee shop with adorable yellow metal chairs. The staff was really friendly and I ordered a hazelnut mocha and a banana chocolate chip muffin- both delicious. There's a kids' play area in the back, and lots of yummy food like scones, sea salt chocolate chip cookies, and more. Love it! read more

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Absolutely scrumptious pimento cheese bagel. Coffee was great, and the inside is super cute!

Ugh. What a disappointment. I met a friend after a medical procedure, and carried in my cup of coffee from the Dr's office. My intent was to finish the cup and order from the coffee clerk. Before I could finish, the clerk approached me and on a loud aggressive tone told me not to bring outside food into the store. She did say she'd allow not this time but not the next time I come back. I dont mind being told that, it was just the manner in which Iwas told. And the aggeeasion. This place bills it self as a tolerant, accepting venue.. I feel too uncomfortable to go back. I don't recommend it at all. read more

This is my go to coffee shop. On the go, or to sit down for lunch this is my spot. I get a Mexican mocha iced or hot. The quality of their sandwiches and goodies are top notch. They support local businesses like Cupertinos bagels, and Bon Air Seafood. My faves are their water tower, tuna salad sandwhich. Or just egg an cheese bagel. Their banana brownies are ridiculously good. Try warmed! The cookies, deadly! Come hungry, leave happy. The staff actually listen, unlike the name brand chain who want you to be impressed by the fact that they waited on you. I like the relaxed vibe here! You wil too! read more

Good coffee. Cute atmosphere. Really nice little local coffee shop to hangout, do some work, and enjoy some good coffee or tea!

I want to like Perk. I really do. They kept the play area from the fro-yo place that was previously there: that is great news for parents with small children. I get it. However, I am over my Cartwheels and Coffee days, so listening to kids scream and carry on in the play area while I try to chat over a cup of coffee doesn't do much for me. Seating is limited. Coffee is good. Lines don't move too swiftly. I will give them a few more tries because I do like to support local businesses. Maybe they still have some kinks to work out. read more

I love Perk! The eggnog latte was absolutely delicious. I throughly enjoyed my breakfast tart AND banana brownie. They have plenty of seating and it wasn't too loud. As a parent I loved the kid play zone. I am looking forward to many play dates in the future. read more

I've been waiting for Perk to open since I heard about it, because this part of town is in desperate need of a decent coffee shop. Perk is better than decent. I typically only drink black coffee because I I don't want to like coffee any more than I already do, so I can't personally speak to lattes and such, but their roasts are very good - perhaps not so good as say Lamplighter, but easily better than average, including several more established shops in Richmond. They make baked goods, and the two we had (an orange scone and a raspberry tart of some kind) were great, better than I expected. Their children's area was way nicer that I expected, and indeed almost too nice - I worry that once word gets out too many parents will come, spend $2 on a cup of coffee and stay for an hour. By all means stay, just order a lot so they stay in business. EDIT: They now serve decent lunch sandwiches, but you're better off getting a few of their excellent pastries/hand pies. They could do business just on those. There is some space for people to sit and work, but it is not huge. read more

Stopped in for breakfast while attending the OTR Holiday Market. The place was jumping. There was live music for the kids. This is a nice coffee shop. I try to stop through when I'm in Bon Air. I struggled between breakfast and lunch but decided on the lunch box. The box comes with a sandwich, a side and a dessert. I ordered the O'Henry--Turkey, Havarati, Fig spread on wheat pressed. Delicious. I had to get the Sally Bells Potato salad which is also tasty and a pleasant surprise. I can get my SB fix on Sunday now! Yay! The Mexican cookie is really good. Service fast and friendly. Food delicious.. I recommend and will return. read more

A kid friendly coffee shop?! I had never heard of such a thing until I went to Perk! Walking in, you would think it's just a typical coffee shop but if you keep walking back here is a gated off kid's corner that is fill with toys, books and a chalk board. It was very tidy and had chairs for the parents so they could relax and enjoy their drinks while their children could freely roam the kid area. I was very impressed with it and will be back soon! read more

Perk! - The kids corner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Excellent and creative menu options. I've only tried the O'Henry but I am willing to bet everything they have is great for what it is you're looking for or prefer. read more

Perk! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Cute little place, perfect for people with small kids, so there are a lot of them there. The bagel was kind of average, but the warm flaky rolls were super good (see pic). I'd go back just for those. read more

Perk! - Ham and cheese bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

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Friendly staff, service was quick, a variety of homemade baked goods...like cheddar bacon muffins. They offer soy and almond milk. The walled in kids area is super cute. I'm so happy south side has something like this that makes me feel like I'm not so far from the city! At the same time it definitely has kept the charm of the old Bon Air neighborhood. read more

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Good atmosphere great coffee and food! I came in for a bagel but saw a breakfast tart and had to try it. Amazing! Also had the perkolater and asked for it got since it was chilly out. Really good! So glad I found this place and will be back. read more

Perk! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Whenever I'm in town visiting my parents, I stop by Perk! for a coffee and scone or other sweet treat. There really aren't any other coffee options nearby, but I'm glad that this place is so good. Their scones and breakfast sandwiches are really delicious, and their coffee (both hot and iced) is tasty. My only complaint is that they can be a little slow sometimes, but everyone I have encountered who works there is very nice and helpful. When the weather is nice, it's great to walk there, and it has a small town neighborhood feel. Having grown up in Bon Air, I'm rooting for the area to stay alive and thrive, and I think Perk is doing a lot to help with that! read more

The cold brew was amazing. The owner was super nice I will definitely be back here. Awesome atmosphere great music and they have a really awesome kids area. read more

If you like your coffee to taste like a paper cup then this is the place for you. Almost everyone I know would choose a local business over an international chain but this is not a place I'd recommend for coffee. Maybe their food is why they have a high rating but I'll never know. Not after tasting this paper cup flavored boiled water. read more

Great food and coffee , I had the lemon Greek yogurt parfait which is made in house a blueberry muffin and caramel coffee . The reason for the four stars is the place unfortunately seemed kind of stuffy but I think it was due to the person taking my order. No one asked if I had any questions as I kind of pondered around the menu on the board or the different areas of where they had the bakery items. This was my first time here and while I will be back I hope the greeting/service is more warm next time read more

My favorite coffee shop in bon air area. The staff are awesome here. Very kid friendly with play area.

Wonderful staff and service with a killer environment. Family friendly kid's corner and food/beverage choices. GF and Vegan options available. Good coffee and wonderful pastries. Currently my favorite little local spot. Five stars! read more

Perk! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Coffee is good, Richmond Blend tea is incredible, but not much else going on. Prices are reasonable. Avoid the sanwiches. The pimento cheese is inexplicably flavorless, its neon orange hue reminiscent of carcinogens, and served on bread that is dense, dry, and crumbly enough to sand wood. The turkey and fig sandwich also suffers from dryness, and meat that is always gamy. Uncomfortable booth seating is backed by some goofy art installation (scraps of cloth weaved into a yarn mesh...ok) that doesn't impede leaning back but makes it awkward for the type of person that wonders whether it's OK to lean on an art installation. Kiddy corral is twice as big as it should be, in an area of the footprint that might otherwise offer more intimate seating as opposed to the rest of the wide-open space. Very friendly staff. read more

The employees were very nice! It's a lot of sun light that comes through that make you feel refreshed and calm.

My neighborhood coffee shop! I love that we have this perfect little spot where a friend can send out a "stir-crazy" message at 10:15am on a lazy Sunday and within the hour five like-minded ladies are gathered and laughing together over delicious coffee and tea! And, in anticipation of spring, Honey Lavender Lattes are back! read more

Perk! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

I've visited Perk 5 times, always mid morning and on a weekend. Pros: ~Local, small business nestled into a cozy shopping center with other local, small businesses ~Adbibo (now Roastology) coffee is served ~GREAT BEVERAGES - My SO and I haven't met a beverage that we haven't liked ~Options are available for many dietary restrictions ~Supports other small, local businesses ~Family friendly space includes an area for kids to play ~Indoor and outdoor seating ~Saves their coffee grounds for gardeners (Free) ~Promotes activity as a, and within the community ~Sweets - OHMYDAMN good! (Brownie sandwich with pistachio cream -just eat it) ~The employees are friendly enough and the owner hangs out in store Cons ~Savory food quality is inconsistent- there are some items that are quite impressive, while others are mediocre. I've had breakfast sandwiches a couple of times- the bagels are good, the sausage has good flavor, the egg and cheese are hard to taste. The eggs and sausage are the kind that come pre-formed and frozen. I'd love to see a switch to real eggs, maybe a stronger cheese, and especially with all of the other local products in shop, a switch to one of the many amazing local sausages that are available. The breakfast tart was probably amazing when first cooked, but when I had it, the yolk tops were chewy and they were not warmed enough rendering them all right but not great. ~Only once have I felt underserved by an employee - busier day, but she clearly had no interest in serving me. It's worth saying that, while I've received underwhelming service here before, I've never experienced that complete lack of interest but once. Overall- *drinks and sweets are great, worth repeating *savory food is okay, but not braggable *local and small business support and atmosphere is great *employees are generally good but not impressive *family friendly *dietary diversity maintained Come for a coffee/tea and a treat! read more

Update: I visited Perk! again this morning. I EASILY and EFFICIENTLY bought a bag of coffee from the "shop" section of the store, and I also got a delicious (and beautiful) latte, smiles, and cheerful greetings - DESPITE the customer in front of me being totally awful to your staff. I was impressed with their resilience and handling of the situation. THANK YOU for listening to my feedback! read more

The place is awesome. It has everything you want in a coffee shop: fresh treats made in house daily, a huge variety of gluten free options for those with allergies, a kids corner that is inviting and fun, soft music playing, and most importantly, delicious and local coffee and espresso! The staff is friendly and helpful and the cafe itself is quaint and comfortable yet modern. I have been looking for a local coffeehouse in the Southside and this one is perfect. What a great addition to Bon Air! read more

Perk! - This guy is clearly Perk!'d up! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bon Air, Virginia

Very cute, clean, cozy/comfy artsy place; employees were friendly, knowledgeable & make fabulous coffee. There are an array of food options, from bagel sandwiches to sweet & savory baked (on premises) goods. For goodness sakes, skip Starbucks & mosey on over to Perk! & check it out;) read more

Just moved to Bon Air, heard lovely things about this coffee shop, and went at 8:30 on a Sunday morning for coffee and something to eat. Not open til 9. On a Sunday. What kind of coffee shop doesn't open until 9? Okay, back to Starbucks. read more

I have been here prior to my last visit and the food was good, especially their home made breakfast Frittata. I went there about two weeks ago and ordered a Tuna Salad sandwich for me and a pimento/ham cheese sandwich for my friend. We took it to go. It advertised Bon Air fresh Tuna- well if I could find the tuna in the sandwich I would be able to tell- there was such a thin layer of Tuna that you could not taste it so were only able to taste the tomato on the stale bread. My friends ham was turning brown-so she took it off the sandwich- they offered only 1 read that day the stale whole grain- As I said they may have been having an off day- but I feel the owner should be aware of my experience there. read more

The fact that this place is incredibly family friendly (there's a kids activity area, loads of books, and kid friendly foods) is enough alone to bring me back time and time again. But on the real, that vanilla latte was amazing. They use locally roasted beans - another awesome touch. Their staff is second to none and their passion for what they do is on clear display every time they process an order. Professional, thoughtful, fast - you can't ask for more. Very excited to see this in our community! read more

Well...usually when i'm out for coffee it's in the early morning when i'm not quite awake yet or in the evening when i'm looking to settle down for the night. So either way its a relaxing, calm time for me. Not so much here...I want to like this place but its like lord of the flies in here. Screaming kids, making fart noises and running around like maniacs is the last thing i need when i'm trying to chill out. The coffee was good. I haven't tried any of the food, but it looked tasty. I hate to say it because i want to like this place but, It's more like a orphanage that happens to have coffee available, than a coffee/pastry shop. read more

Neighborhood coffee shop geared toward parents with young children. There's a limited menu but what we had was good. They serve a selection of pastries and breakfast tarts. I had an asparagus, bacon and fried egg tart with a pumpkin spice latte. They also have a few loose leaf tea varieties. Seating area is small but there is a very large play area inside for kids. Free wifi but the signal dropped on me after about a minute. There's room for improvement as I never once saw the employees stop to wipe a table after someone left; they were on their phones anytime a customer wasn't at the counter. The staff was friendly, though, and the food and beverages were good. Seems like a nice addition to this part of town. read more