33 Best Coffee Shops in Richmond

“Food was outstanding and the owner was incredibly friendly! Couldn’t decide what to get so ended up ordering 4 items and they were all fantastic (bun bun special, lemongrass pork bahn mi, Korean popcorn chicken, and the bulgogi fries). Highly recommend trying this place out!“

“I had the Atlantic omelette and I was so impressed. It truly had lump crab and lobster in the omelette some omelettes when you deal with seafood are skimpy with the crab and lobster, but hands-down Lulu was one of the best and their omelette was truly well done sometimes omelettes are not cooked all the way through. It was just an amazing experience for me, I was thoroughly impressed. I will be coming back lol 😂 I saw 👀 the chicken and red velvet waffles!“

“Just had a fantastic New Year's Eve dinner, complete with champagne. Primo service as always.“

“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 🙂“

“Coffee is great. You can tell they love what they do . They serve the traditional classics, they ll throw in a twist with their great seasonal drinks. But if you love espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, and great beans give this place a try. While you wait for your drinks you can step into the patio or their vintage shop which is equally impressive. Right on bud“

“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.“

“Great coffee, great service. I plan most of my meetings at this location!“

“I think I found my new favorite breakfast restaurant! We ate the awaze tibs and the lala shiro. I'm celiac, so I ordered mine with the more traditional gluten free injera. Both dishes were filling and full of flavor.“

“My friend got me a boba while I was at work, and the employee working was very concerned that the drink wouldn't be as fresh as it could be, since it wasn't until later that I could drink it. He so generously put it in a chilled bag, and it tastes amazing! Thank you so much for excellent service as always :)“

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

“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!“

“Went for the first time today in Lynchburg and it was fantastic! Great energy. Delicious food and coffee. I enjoyed getting together with friends in this space. Can’t wait to go again!“

“this was my first time visiting urban hang suite and i was blown away!! i got the sausage egg and cheese on a croissant (with vegan sausage) and an iced oat vanilla latte, and both were absolutely delicious—and i can be pretty finicky about my lattes lol. i also loved finding out that it's Black woman owned!! will absolutely be coming back 🫶🩷“

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

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

“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.“

“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 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!“

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

“I think I may have just found my new favorite coffee shop in Richmond!

First off, compared to other coffee spots in the area, this place is so affordable. For a French muffin with sausage and egg, a bagel with sausage, and two drinks, we spent just $20! At a lot of other cafes, breakfast and drinks for two can easily run close to $40, so this was such a pleasant surprise.

The shop itself is absolutely adorable. Warm, welcoming, and with plenty of seating both inside and out. The menu is simple and to the point, and I mean that as a huge compliment. You can tell every single item was chosen with care and made with quality in mind.

Now, the food… oh my goodness. The bagels are to die for, I don’t know if they’ve sprinkled magic into the everything bagels or what, but they were incredible. My husband had the French muffin and couldn’t stop raving about it. My matcha latte was perfect, and my coffee-snob husband said the coffee was excellent too.

And the outdoor seating area? Just such a vibe. Relaxing, charming, and the perfect spot to sip your drink and enjoy the day.

If you’re in Richmond, you absolutely have to stop by Black Hand Coffee. It’s the perfect combination of great prices, delicious food, excellent drinks, and a cozy, friendly atmosphere. I can’t wait to go back!“

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

“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.“

“Dear Lamplighter,
Today my husband brought a bagel Sammy home to me from you guys. The sandwich had havarti cheese, which you had let get a little crispy and bubbly and wonderful. I noticed and appreciated it so much. I don't even care if I never happens again. The beautiful instance of it happening once will ensure that I return over and over again, delighted at the possibility of my sandwich having a crispy little cheese edge. Even if it doesn't I will have been happy to be there..thanks I love you“

“SO many great flavors to choose from; roasted strawberry will spoil you on regular strawberry ice cream forever! The cannoli ice cream(with mini cannoli shell) was excellent. My daughter always gets a sweet little macaron on top of whatever she chooses. It’s such a great spot to grab a great scoop (or two!) of ice cream.“

“This place had a unique charm to it. Patio seating is dog friendly, being able to order from a window outside and just relax is wonderful. The neighborhood it’s in is also quirky and adds to the ambiance. The coffee and the chai are legit. The bagels were good as well.“

“Very spacious and comfortable seating Nice for a Starbucks“

“Went for the first time today in Lynchburg and it was fantastic! Great energy. Delicious food and coffee. I enjoyed getting together with friends in this space. Can’t wait to go again!“

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

“We have been here twice now, both times we were passing through on our way home from vacation. Their cheddar bay biscuits are AMAZING. I wish I had ordered extras to take home with me. My husband got the buffalo chik’n sliders from the refrigerated case and said it was SO good. My son got a huge piece of coffee cake and loved it. We also each got cheddar bay biscuit, and I also got a chocolate croissant and an iced chai. Everything was amazing! They also have a mini store front with lots of awesome vegan products. Candy bars, seasonal items, stickers, jewelry and lots more.“

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

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

“love everything about this place“

“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!“