50 Best Coffee Shops in Richmond

“This place is so unassuming but so great! The staff we spoke to were lovely, so welcoming, and gave great recommendations. Such amazing flavours and everything tastes so fresh. The tofu lemongrass noodle bowl is delicious. The lemongrass pork banh mi is also fantastic. We had the peach tea and strawberry lemonade and took the advice to add bobas and lychee jelly.
Good portions - enough to be full but not so much that it feels wasted. Good prices too. We will be coming back to try more things!“

“Front counter staff is friendly and quick and if you've been there, you've likely met the owner, Olaf. He takes great care of his guests. The place is super clean with tons of seating. Clearly, everyone has found out about it because it's busier every time I go—and I almost always run into someone I know. But there's still plenty of seating. High-quality coffee and food, great atmosphere, and you're supporting a local small business.“

“This was my favorite food in Richmond for breakfast/lunch. The people are friendly and patient with questions. The space is warm and inviting, but room for quiet work or reading too. And OMG! the food. I ordered it 3x in 5 days, including some to take home. Don’t miss this gem!“

“Sefton is the greatest cafe in richmond, the staff are so kind to everyone who comes in. I get the same thing every time I come in to the point where barista’s and the owners know my order 😂. I get it bc it’s easy on my stomach, but they have such an amazing looking menu and are always changing it to fit the season! I always make sure to bring friends and family who are visiting here because it really is a special part of the community 🙂“

“Delicious coffee! Love the mail order option, too!“

“My absolutely favorite bubble tea, especially their house milk tea they make themselves. The slushes and fruit teas are also delicious and they've entertained a few custom drinks for us when we feel adventurous. Can't beat the price and location either, and the folks who run it are SO sweet. Love love love LOVE TT“

“Cute little spot! Nice vibes overall, with a small clothing store with couches and vintage wear off to the side. The seasonal honey cardamom latte was good, although didn’t get to try the pastries. Great to have a nice relaxing sit if you have some down time“

“Great local coffee house with tasty food options. I’m always in the mood for all-day breakfast items when I’m on a work trip, so I tried the pork sausage, egg and cheese on sourdough toast, and a delicious latte. Food and coffee were outstanding. It’s obvious the staff puts care in the prep of every sandwich. The toast was toasted perfectly with the right amount of crunch, eggs were lightly seasoned with pepper before whisking, and the cheese was nice and “melty”. Get your order “for here” , and Chill to the beats of new and old school jams while you enjoy this little local gem.“

“This place is AMAZING!! Such a cool fun theme and vibe. The coffee was excellent and the breakfast croissants! The photoshoot backdrop was epic My whole crew had the best time. The owners and staff are so friendly and accommodating. I will def be back and tell all my friends about it. Love supporting small businesses! Go check em out. They’re top tier. And funny to boot“

“Excellent coffee and pastries! Stop by and enjoy the great atmoshere.“

“My favorite coffee spot in Richmond ☕️“

“outstanding coffee by barista Lyndon and very chill vibe. Stopped here on a road trip from Florida to New York because I could not stand another chain coffee experience, and really wish this were my local coffee stop. I would be in here every day. Absolutely worth the seven minute detour.“

“This was the best breakfast sandwich I've had in Richmond. Quality ingredients and all made fresh, a classic fry sandwich on a delicious roll. A ton of the places around here use microwave eggs or other shortcuts - not here. I also ordered an Arnold Palmer and watched the very kind woman at the counter squeeze the lemons fresh right there. So excited to have this option in downtown now!“

“Loved it!! Had not been there in years-will definitely be back!!“

“And great mimosas! Also a nice patio to enjoy the day.“

“This is the best coffee shop in Richmond, hands down. I've been living in Richmond for a year now, and this place has meant a lot to me. Everyone is so friendly and nice, has been very kind when I am having tough days. Also the best coffee, and great music playing!“

“Lamplighter Coffee Roasters in downtown Richmond has such a great vibe — a bustling coffee shop with a cozy, lively feel that makes it especially nice on a rainy day. The atmosphere is exactly what you’d expect from a classic, local coffee spot.

I tried the Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte since it was highly recommended, but honestly, it tasted more like a regular latte without the unique flavors I was hoping for. Still, the overall experience made up for it — friendly energy, good coffee shop hustle, and a welcoming place to relax or work for a bit. Definitely worth visiting if you’re in downtown Richmond and looking for that authentic coffeehouse experience.“

“We love hosting our monthly networking event here! The staff and space are amazing!“

“I love carytown tea. I Iive in RI so only get to come in when I am visiting my daughter in Chester. I was there yesterday with my daughter buying tea. We always get treated so well. Thank you Carytown tea. Your teas are amazing.“

“This is a fantastic bakery! My daughter is vegan so this is where we get our cakes and pastries. Smallish shop, but excellent service, excellent products. They do serve sandwiches. They have frozen food to take home and cook/heat. Whether you are vegan or a carnivore, go here. I’ve never had cakes/pastries as good! And I’m not vegan.“

“Just a great place to have tea and a sweet or too .. love this place“

“Very spacious and comfortable seating Nice for a Starbucks“

“Dropped by for takeout ice cream after VA appt. Tasty ice cream. Chill seating area out front that's dog friendly--w/bowl of water out. Ordering was a bit tricky bc they don't allow regular dogs inside and there's no barcode posted outside for the menu.“

“My favorite coffee spot in Richmond ☕️“

“This is such a cute little corner coffee shop that immediately gives off nature-meets-hippie vibes in the best way. The service was quick and efficient, which made the experience even better. There’s a cozy outdoor space where you can sit on a bench and enjoy your drink, and the fact that they allow dogs out back was perfect for us since we had our pup with us.

I ordered an iced chai latte, and it was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had—spiced just right and super refreshing. My fiancé got an iced coffee with cookie butter, and it was equally delicious. Between the great atmosphere, friendly service, and amazing drinks, this place has definitely become a new favorite. Highly recommend!“

“I stopped by on my way to work and was not disappointed. The service was friendly and quick. I had a pain au chocolate and an iced coffee today. I do recommend it and next time I’ll sit outdoors and work on some stuff.“

“Amazing place. Ben, the barista, was amazing. He made the best lattes. He had everything down to a science.“

“We love their commitment to great food, their spirit of innovation, and the many gluten-free options they offer!“

“I bought some Dark as Dark from the grocery store! My wife likes dark roast! She usually uses a creamer. I drink mine black! This has to be the smoothest dark roast I have ever tried! I usually end up with a bitter aftertaste with the dark roasts I have tried so far. Not with this. We bought a grinder thinking that may be the problem but even with fresh beans lots of dark roasts still give that bitter aftertaste. This is tasty all the way through! I’ll be buying this from now on and I like the fact that we will be supporting a Va business as well. We will have to try out one of your locations in Richmond some time!“

“Best espresso I’ve had in the U.S. ⭐️
Sandwiches are very tasty 😋
My wife had a matcha lemonade and was really good.
Service is friendly and efficient
We sat outdoors but indoors is very nice too, good music.“

“Ice cream was so creamy. It was probably the best ice cream I’ve ever had.“

“An amazing place of worship 🛐 people are very friendly and welcoming 💗“

“Tara makes my day every time I go through the Drive Thru! Remembering my car or our last conversation. She is very thoughtful and the entire staff has the best energy! Is this what I’ve been missing by not visiting them before? So glad I started frequenting the Forest Hill Starbucks! ☕️“

“Italian coffee and Espresso machines with experience and professionalism, commercial and for home, traditional and super automatic.“

“Super cute coffee flights!“

“love everything about this place“

“Always someone greeting you with cheer in their voice each visit through the drive thru and in person. The drinks are made with love. You can taste it. Never have I visited this location and my drink turned out disappointing. Quick service. Never have I had to return because something is missing or wrong. So many options for my breakfast run. Java chip my favorite. Gruyere egg bites yum. Double smoked bacon ,cheddar and egg sandwich takes one back. Chocolate croissant you name it! No trip to Paris needed.“

“Great pizza!! Knowledgeable and friendly staff.“

“I enjoy this Dunkin location very much, in fact it's my favorite one. The staff are always nice, they're quick to offer to replace or comp an order not made correctly; especially if you call and calmly relay an issue with an order. My wife has enjoyed this location for nearly a decade and introduced me to it a few years back. We look forward to our next visit!“

“The rosemary sea salt are my favorite!“

“Love this Starbucks! Great coffee & customer service! … & Puppachinos! 🐶“

“Visited twice this weekend Friday and Sunday afternoon for tea ☕️ each time the staff were so friendly and helpful. I’ve always loved this location and people. My favorite location for the past 18-20 years thank you all so much.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Respect to the Starbucks employees who showed up and worked while others chose not to. They carried the store, served customers, and kept things moving without excuses.

The contrast was obvious: some people stepped up, others walked away. This location stayed open because a few adults understood responsibility. Those are the workers who actually deserve recognition.“

“Just enjoyed a great meal! My fav is the Greek gyro bowl! But my hubs loves lamb gyro- it’s huge! Everything is so fresh and good! 5 star@bellgreekvillage“

“I love my mocha latte always great service wen we go there.“

“Excellent cocktails, oysters, atmosphere, and service!! Great spot for a date night.“

“The staff was great. I asked for a drink concoction to be made and Malaysia made her creation and it was amazing! I have tried so many Starbucks all over east coast and just couldn't find the right drink until yesterday. Thank you, Malaysia for your unique creation. Truly like Christmas in a cup.“

“My favorite breakfast spot! I Door Dash this to my job! Today, my husband and I dined in. I had my favorite Desayuno Tico Breakfast with Jamaica drink. My husband had carne Asada with Oat drink. It was all delicious and great atmosphere with kind staff.“

“Great beverage options.....and more important to me.... superb customer service!!!“

“I was most impressed with this coffee! No bitter after taste even after drinking the bold version. It is smooth, flavorful and worth every penny. Do yourself a favor...treat yourself to one of (if not THE) THE BEST COFFEES AVAILABLE!!!“