50 Best Coffee Shops in Richmond

“The Bahn Mi was great! The owner was nice and appreciative of the customer experience. The place is clean, food was quick. I wasn’t sure if they were open since the adjoining building looked vacant but I’m so glad I walked! I’ll definitely be back soon.“

“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!“

“Wonderful, friendly people. I visit this area often for my small business and have found my new favorite coffee spot in this small business. The coffee is delicious as well as the muffins. Definitely recommend everyone stopping by and grabbing a cup.“

“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.“

“Since first visiting back in 2024, I have not stopped buying Paix coffee. We loved it so much that we would drive 30 minutes from Midlothian to Downtown just to get our coffee early in the morning. We tell everyone about it, even now being back in Phoenix. We love it so much that we still order their beans for shipping so we can enjoy the same good taste at home. Cannot recommend enough, they have mastered the art of roasting and making coffee.“

“Fair prices, good vibes, what else do you need? You can get a soda for FIFTY CENTS. Don't tell me some garbo chain is cheaper, I don't wanna hear your excuses. This is a locally owned and operated Richmond gem. Been here since 2003!!!“

“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 🙂“

“Good coffee, good food, cool vibe!“

“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 cafe feels like the type of place where you can sit alone without feeling awkward. I came in around 4 PM with headphones and a book, and nobody bothered me even though I stayed quite a while. The hazelnut latte was smooth and not burnt tasting like some coffee shops nearby. I also liked that they kept the music at a normal volume. The only small issue was one chair near my table being shaky, but a staff member swapped it out after noticing me adjusting it repeatedly. Thoughtful service overall.“

“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!“

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

“My favorite coffee spot in Richmond ☕️“

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

“Sub Rosa is THE bakery in Richmond! I live about 2 hours away and always make sure I stop by when I’m passing by. It’s about half a mile off the highway, so it’s easy. There’s no parking lot, so finding parking can be an issue, but don’t let that discourage you!

The bread and baked goods are as close to being in Europe as I’ve found (I lived abroad for 8 years). Crusts are light, flaky and leave a little butter on your lips. Everything is fresh and full of flavor. Staff is always friendly and welcoming.

They serve and sell both Recluse and Afterglow coffee - both are excellent local beans.

Seriously - you can’t go wrong here!“

“Small shop with a Rustic vibe with really good coffee and bagels. This is not the coffee shop to try to work in. The brown sugar cardamom latte is really good and have the perfect cardamom flavor that isn't overpowering. Really good service. I like that there is a free library outside and they have free community meals for people who needs it.“

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

“Guys. I thought I loved crossroads before. Then I tried their home made pop tart pastry? And I experienced a new level of limerance. This lil shop is crushing it. From their expansive selection of freshly baked pastries, delicious and perfectly pulled espresso shots and what I can only assume (will soon verify) is a scrumptious breakfast, they haven't disappointed me once. The barista was friendly and efficient, the girl who took my order was helpful, friendly, sweet and just happy to be there, saw her dancing around a bit, SO cute 🥰 This feels like an awesome place to be around, come check it out!!!

Beautiful little shop, friendly baristas and delicious Thai coffee! Perfect amount of foam and tender sweetness balanced by rich, bold espresso. Definitely making this my summer spot 💚“

“i LOVE minglewood bake shop so much. it's my favorite coffee shop in RVA. the atmosphere is very loving & accepting. the pastries & coffee are to die for! they have gluten-free options as well, which is amazing as someone with celiac disease. all staff is so friendly & welcoming. they have cute stickers & accessories here too. overall great environment, vibe, & food! everything is also vegan, which is super cool! they even have a microwave that's solely used for vegan foods only. a lot of cool stuff here & they always have something yummy & new to try. i have never had a bad experience here & i've been going often since 2023! pricing is also so good, you get great portions & high quality for what you pay.“

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

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

“One of my favorites in Richmond, love their iced lattes! Took my boss here and she said the dirty chai was delicious. Also one of the few coffee spots in town that has almond milk as an option instead of just oat and whole milk. Staff is friendly every time I've been there“

“Very spacious and comfortable seating Nice for a Starbucks“

“Delightful staff (they really care about the kitties and the coffee).Delicious drinks. The cutest ambiance and adorable merch !“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“This is a great coffee shop, very local Vibe with great drinks at a reasonable price.
There are lots of extras like some fun books, a very nice selection of simple syrups and stickers for sale. Side note the restroom was clean and well stocked.“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

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

“What's not to love about Stir Crazy? It's the ideal coffee shop. Nice, friendly neighborhood sort of place on MacArthur, very popular with all ages and for good reasons. The best thing about the place is the staff, they are just the greatest, every single one of them. I can't say enough good things about them. I'm a retired old fogey and I go there a lot; I am very comfortable there.“

“My favorite coffee spot in Richmond ☕️“

“We held our after-Cotillion party at Coco + Hazel. Our group of a dozen 12 year old girls loved the AMAZING ice cream creations and the super fun and funky atmosphere perfect for lots of group selfies! Such a fun spot!“

“Such a cute biscuit shop! I got the special biscuit of the day, cheddar cheese, and the strawberry iced matcha. Both were good, and the biscuit was enormous!
Was very busy, but food and my matcha came out fast. Service was lovely.
Note: they don’t have a customer restroom, so get napkins!“

“I love this location so much. All of the opening baristas are super nice and friendly, and they work fast, too. I’m usually here right after I get off a night shift and need something to keep me awake on the drive home, and the nice baristas are just the cherry on top.“

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

“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.“

“Friendly service and great coffee“

“🍕 10/10 gotta check it out.“

“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 know there is unrest in the company, as it is all over vlogs, blogs, and social media. This store seemed unscathed and employs a staff of personable, kind, and funny staff. I appreciate their interactions, and already always chipper and sweet. They helped me navigate my dietary restrictions. I love the coconut milk with my usual order. I appreciate the baristas helping me out.

Dietary restrictions: Helpful staff. They helped me with my dairy selection. I was just told to avoid dairy, so for the first time, I tried my drink with coconut milk.“

“I have another Starbucks closer (pad near the mall) but this one is so easy to order on app to go and zip in and park. They’ve got their drive thru, diners, and mobile orders down to a science. I’ve visited many hundreds of Starbucks over the years and this is always my favorite.“

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

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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.“

“Yoooooo. When y’all order cold foam drinks, especially mobile order, and take a little bit of extra time to get to your cup- your foam has melted into your drink thus creating an illusion of a half-full cup. When you order curbside if your car is obstructed by pillars, is in the incorrect parking spot, or we’re simply tied up and doing our best- it is difficult to see your car. Often, cars are not labeled properly and we’re doing our best to decipher user/app inputs. We’re a small crew in the midst of management change and with direct, dignified communication you can help us make your experience better. We’re humans yall, including yall. Lol. Peace ✌“