Friendly people, fantastic vibes, a killer chai and great pastries. What more could you need? read more

Nice place on Church Hill that roast their coffee beans in house. Tried the Church Hill coffee and it was pretty good. Nice service at the counter and clean dining room and restroom. I would come back if in the area. read more

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Riverbend Roastery's community vibe is 10/10!! This has the dream local coffee shop vibe. It's beyond cozy, has great seating indoors and outdoors, and is just so Richmond. It's always packed when I visit and I understand why. They have a huge selection of coffee and teas to pick from as well as food options. They also have creative seasonal drinks. If you're from RVA, you'll probably run into someone you know if you come on the weekend (it always happens to me). I recently came for the fun art pop-up they were doing with ugly portraits of beautiful people. I enjoyed trying their sugar cookie latte (it was the last chance this year to try the winter special). It came with a sugar cookie shaped like a snowflake. Earlier that week I got the violet matcha which was a sneak peak at the spring menu. I recommend checking this charming Church Hill coffee shop out. read more

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I've come here several times. One of my favorite spots to snag a coffee and a small bite to eat. They are typically always busy so prepare for a wait ! They work pretty quickly as well for how busy they are. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Indoor is typically taken by people doing work or schooling - but they outside is typically open depending on how busy they are ! They've also got a little free library on the side of the business ! It's such a warm environment and I love stopping by. Will forever be my go-to coffee spot. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I definitely believed that I had already submitted a review for this business. I love getting my mocha latte fix from them. I have met and encountered some amazing people and I have also enjoyed being greeted so well and warmly welcomed by be staff. Even on busy days, they value personal acknowledgment. I have never had a negative experience here and I will continue to visit and purchase when I am able. It is not a large space, but it is a coffee shop with limited seating indoors and outside. Heck out their seasonal offerings. I have put people on to their tea blends, too. read more

Riverbend Roastery - My usual getting me through the day starting early in the morning. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Very cute interior and bomb creative drinks! Love their seasonal offerings and everyone is always friendly. The themed merch they sell is very enticing, I'll probably have to get one at some point. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Blueberry matcha with cold foam! A bit light on the matcha for me but good matcha flavor. Couldn't taste much blueberry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This is my favorite coffee in Richmond! The atmosphere is always so welcoming and the staff are so friendly. My favorite drink is the crime of passion tea. I get it iced with little room for sweetener (simple syrup). I've tried some of the pastries and the chimbo club sand-which. Both were very flavorful and fresh. Next time, you're in church hill, stop by! read more

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I ordered a standard iced vanilla latte, which was okay. I didn't end up finishing the drink because I felt there was something off about the flavor, possibly tasted a little watered down, but not from milk (if that makes sense). My partner got the seasonal special tiramisu cold brew, which didn't have a strong tiramisu flavor. This might have been due to the non-diary option that was only available since they ran out of diary ones. Drinks were made quickly though and staff were really friendly! Overall, still a cute local coffee shop within the neighborhood of Church Hill. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great coffee and baked goods! Very friendly staff. Definitely a place you need to visit if you are in the area. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Front Entrance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Riverbend is a beautiful and welcoming space in Church Hill, nearby cute shops and beautiful homes. They have a tasty menu of both drinks and food. I tried the Cali Dream and the Tiramisu Cold Brew, both 10/10! I recommend Riverbend! They are Woman & Queer owned! read more

Riverbend Roastery - Tiramisu cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Another fantastic experience at THE coffee shop in the hill! Cali-dream sandwich was so good that I got one to-go for a busy day tomorrow. My barista gave it to me "deconstructed" so it would not get soggy overnight. So thoughtful! You need to try the Blueberry + Cream latte before fall flavors come out. Delicious!! read more

Riverbend Roastery - Cali-dream sandwich and blueberry + cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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First time in and I'll definitely be back!! Seating outside and inside and high ceilings. The whole team was so kind and they're LGBTQ+ friendly! I got an iced yerba mate with strawberry flavor and lemonade. Yum!! I also grabbed a sandwich to go. Turkey, cream cheese, tomato, and so much more! I'll be back to try coffee drinks and more food items. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This place was just adorable. So cute and inviting and had a ton of seating will be back to try everything.

I moved to Richmond 6 months ago. I didn't know what to expect. This coffee house is Richmond in a nutshell. The coffee is great; you can't go wrong with any of their lattes, though my favorite is the sugar cookie latte. The prices are very reasonable (though I did move from CA where lattes are double the price for less quality), and the quality is great. This coffee house punches above its weight. But the best aspect of Riverbend is how they welcome everyone. I felt welcomed and have made it part of my morning routine to come here and get my coffee before work. And when I bump into the staff outside Riverbend, they're quick to say hello. And they're a huge supporter of human rights for all. read more

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Strolled in around Sunday at noon and there was a line out the door! Despite the long line, the employees were friendly and efficient. My partner's All Star order got messed up and it was fixed immediately. Not too much seating indoors- we were lucky to grab a table from a family who were leaving. I wouldn't go as a group. The triple merry matcha was delightful, but the London Fog was watered down and lacked flavor. All Stars were solid. read more

Awesome coffee shop we hit up after a morning run through the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond. Great ambiance in the coffee shop and definitely strikes the feel of being a neighborhood sort of place where you could read a book, get some work done or just meet up with some friends/neighbors and enjoy a cup of coffee. Just two drink orders for us post-run though there were some food options that were available. Bagels seemed to be a fan favorite as just about everyone was leaving with one. I opted for a large hot coffee and the self-service bar for coffee had two different flavored coffees and then a Costa Rican, Ethiopian and a Nicaraguan roast available. I went for the medium roast Costa Rican which was an expertly roasted and brewed cup of coffee. Really good! If this was your neighborhood coffee shop you wouldn't be mad if just for the coffee! My wife went for an iced honey latte with flake sea salt and opted for her usual oat milk. She said it was good and certainly hit the spot post-run but said she'd probably try something different next time. read more

Bad coffee, bad vibes, bad service, bad location. Very entitled employees and ownership

Only planned to come here one day so that we could try other places but came back two days in a row for the salty bee and my husband said the light roast drip coffee was great too! Nice outdoor seating and a water bowl for the pups. read more

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I've been coming here for years, for family vacations. They are very friendly, they have a great vibe. Food and coffee is always excellent! I'm a huge fan of their Yerba mate lemonade spritz! read more

Riverbend Roastery - Yerba Mate lemonade spritz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I stopped in before work for a quick bite to eat and coffee. While I usually find an egg and cheese breakfast sandwich quite boring this one was phenomenally executed. The egg was so well seasoned and they have a great hot sauce packet from West Creek that was to die for. My coffee was the honey bee latte and it was perfectly bold and not sweet which I really appreciated. Ambiance is cool and eclectic. Queer friendly read more

Riverbend Roastery - Egg and cheese bagel and honeybee latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I decided to brave the cold today to try this cute roastery. When I arrived around noon on a Saturday, there was a line, but it moved pretty quickly. I opted for a chocolate peanut butter cup latte and it was really yummy. The staff were all really nice. It's easy to see why this is such a popular place. Their seasonal drinks looked really good so I'll definitely be back. read more

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Worst experience ever. The workers are so dry and cold. Literally act like they don't wanna help you. I grew up in Churchill so it's nice to have a coffee shop but if they can keep this place. read more

Reliably good. Always busy. Little agree library outside in case you need a book. Ceramic mugs and t-shirts for sale. Great sandwiches good service. read more

Riverbend Roastery - Seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I absolutely love this place. One of my Church Hill favorites. I've been coming since I moved here and can't recommend enough. Great service always and great owners. It does get pretty busy, but it's worth the wait. Not a lot of seating, so if you do want to go and study you'll need to go early. There is also some outdoor seating. Food wise I don't stray far from the all-star and cali club and both are outstanding. read more

Skip Starbucks and come here! Riverbend Roastery is a Churchill classic, with an amazing atmosphere and people (behind the counter and in front of the counter). It is not surprising to see the line go out the door on a Saturday or Sunday morning, just be sure to close the door once you're inside! The coffee is amazing, I always get a cold brew. The food here is good too, if you want a killer breakfast sammy get the "All Star", just amazing. 10/10, would recommend, you can't go wrong! read more

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The staff is accommodating and kind, our food tasted great, and the coffee is always perfect!

This is one of my go-to local favorites. They're in a prime location, in the heart of Church Hill proper. Street parking in the neighborhood is free typically plentiful. The cafe is pretty spacious. And even when they are slammed with customers, it's not too hard to find seating. Or just walk a couple blocks to Libby park and sit with a nice view. They also have a good amount of outdoor seating. People often bring their dogs/other pets. And water for the pets is provided. I believe only service animals are allowed inside the café, but most pets will sit in the outdoor seating area. Riverbend is accessible to most disabled folks. A wheelchair could get inside with some effort to get over the slightly elevated entrance step. And I have seen firsthand the staff ensure a comfortable seating space for a disabled person during their peak time on a Saturday morning when the place is packed. Riverbend is a great spot to come work, meet with friends, or take a date. The staff are super friendly and always greet you with a smile on their face. Sometimes they're found singing joyfully. They always make you feel welcome. They do incredible seasonal drinks. It's hard to say which is my favorite bc they make so many that are amazing. But if you're unsure of what to pick, just ask the staff for suggestions and they'll help you out. Today I got a matcha latte, which was delicious. I prefer their hot matcha to the iced. They also have many delicious teas (for the non coffee drinkers) and yummy snacks. But my favorites tend to be their specialty lattes. read more

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What a local gem! If you come on the weekend, there'll surely be a line. But all the employees will work as efficiently as possible with a smile on their face to keep the line moving. I got an iced pumpkin chai which was so delicious! To eat, I had the all star with sausage on an everything bagel and it was phenomenal. Surprisingly flavorful for a breakfast sandwich without any sauces. All of the prices are very reasonable too. There's some seating both in and outside, but Libby hill or Chimborazo park are a short walk if you want to enjoy your goodies with a view! I'll definitely be coming back and hope they have their peaches sandwich again at some point because I would love to try it. read more

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Riverbend Roastery is a super chill coffee shop with wonderful espresso. There is a lot of indoor seating, and there is also a small amount of outdoor seating. The pastries are also pretty good. If you are looking for a place to get great espresso, meet up with friends, study, or do work, Riverbend is a great option. read more

Really great little shop :) on a cute, quiet street with ample parking, several little tables outside and inside, staff were kind and helpful. I had an iced vanilla latte which was perfect, and an egg/cheese/bacon bagel which came out steaming hot and delicious ($14 for both). Always appreciate progress pride flag (yay), and I love the comfy pillows on the benches inside! So few coffee shops are cozy, I was excited to see a little touch of soft. I gotta come back for their seasonal drinks, they all sounded so good! read more

This place is so cute but man do I wish there was better seating. Otherwise an awesome vibe for someone like me looking to sit down and chill for hours on end while I work. Coffee was delicious and just felt so homey. Everywhere I go, I just get a black coffee - wish I would've tried something new and exciting LOL read more

Riverbend Roastery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Riverbend is one of my favorite coffee shops in Richmond. My go-to coffee drink is a plain iced coffee and they do it so well. During the colder months, I recommend their cappuccinos, they're some of the best. Additionally, they have lots of seasonal drinks that never disappoint. If you're hungry, Riverbend also had a good selection of treats and pastries that are both sweet and savory. They are made fresh and you can certainly tell. There are are numerous tables for indoor seating if you plan to come with a friend or do some work while drinking your coffee. It's beautiful and spacious with a rustic vibe. If the weather is nice, seating is available outside. read more

Riverbend Roastery - the interior of a restaurant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Iced Chai Lots of seating! Good location! The service was so good!! My mom apologized for asking so many questions and the lady said "if you don't ask questions, you won't know!" She was SO nice!!! read more

Riverbend Roastery - Iced Chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The coffee, service, and overall atmosphere in this coffee house is great! The staff and customers are very inclusive. I moved to Richmond three months ago, and I always feel welcome here. read more

I got a pumpkin cold brew with vanilla cold foam and it was FANTASTIC! I love the vibe of the shop as well as the employees all being super nice! Not to mention, woman owned the line was fairly long when I got there, but it went by so quick! So don't let that discourage you from getting a fantastic bev or treat :) read more

Cool little joint right when you need it. It's just outside of the business area of Richmond/off the interstate. Stop in for the most delicious peanut butter mocha cappuccino you've ever had. So delicious. The staff was kind enough to explain the drinks to my friend and me, suggested this as one of the best sellers. Chill vibes, good coffee. read more

this is the best coffee ive had in rva so far. The bar has extra half/half and oatmilk + a variety of sweeteners to tailor your drink. the smores latte was delicious! read more

Riverbend Roastery - menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Very cute coffee shop, love the plants and indoor/outdoor seating. Staff is very friendly and the line goes by fast. There are a lot of coffee options and I opted for an iced caramel latte and also a canella specialty. Both the coffees were a little lackluster. I did prefer the special to the Carmel latte though. I also ordered the chimbo sandwich, which was really good, only downside was the tomato was a little bit mushy. Overall I feel like this experience was just average, not amazing but not bad either. Best part was definitely the sandwich! read more

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Very cute local Richmond spot! Staff was great. I'm not sure if I just came on a bad day or ordered the wrong item but my iced mocha latte tasted like it was watered down some (ik lattes have a lot of milk but it tasted a little watery not milky!). Not sure what happened there, but the mocha sauce was good! My friends hot drink was really yummy! read more

Coffee was very good! They had a gluten free option which is nice. Wish they had more inside seating read more

Riverbend Roastery - Hot Pecan Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia