First off.....this place is tiny so no parties over 4.....but there's also a nearby park if your group wants to order and eat there. I've done this on a nice day before. The variety of options here is outstanding. I've tried several sandwiches here and have never left unhappy. Most recently I had the Manny, the Teacher, the Scribe and chicken Salad. I would get them all again but the menu is so vast I'm always compelled to try something new. Most recently Kiki took care of us and was great suggesting something new. Keeping this one in the rotation!
Harrison C.
It is one of my favorite sandwich places in the entire city! It feels like you are walking into a little European cafe! Be sure to only go if you are a party of four or less because it can get tight, though that is part of the charm! My go to is the pointguard, and though I'm sure their other stuff is good, I just can't push myself to get anything different because it truly is the perfect sandwich! Prices are also reasonable! They have a date n if the special every evening that is two entrees and a bottle of wine for $33! You can't beat that!
Casey Y.
One of my favorite spots in RVA. Super affordable and quality food, great ambiance, and good service.
Lauren Beebe
Great little spot! Mostly serves sandwiches of all varieties. Very small so you might have a wait but service is quick and they have a nice happy hour deal. You can also borrow a picnic basket and have your meal in the nearby park.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cari M.
Came an hour and a half before close, everyone had a bad attitude (which seems to be the norm at garnetts) and I was served an ungrilled grilled cheese. Just cold cheese and ham on bread. And the chili was cold. Sad bc I like the food usually but I'm def put off for a while. As a fellow server, this was the first time I haven't tipped 20% in a really long time.
I Burlock
The smallest restaurant with the nicest staff and very reasonable prices. Get there early to get one of the precious seats. Enjoy the limited but delicious menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa C.
Garnett's Cafe has that Fan neighborhood feel like everyone should know each other without the feeling that you just walked into a party and you are the only one who doesn't know everyone in the room. It has the odd, charming features you only find in old buildings like having to walk between the bar and grill to get to the one-seater bathroom that opens into the dining room. Don't forget to lock the door. This is my kind of place. My husband and I opted for the $33 date night special: two entrees and a bottle of wine. I ordered The Teacher: grilled roast beef and Gorgonzola on Italian. He got The Colonel :Roast beef, turkey, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, and sauce on toasted ciabatta. Both were very good. For sides we got black-eyed pea salad and French potato salad. We enjoyed both and weee pleased to find side options that were less traditional and did not include mayo. The bottle of wine okay and cost about the same as two glasses. Service mimicked what seemed to be the rage in the early '90s: you get everything you need, you aren't interrupted, there's nothing to complain about but somehow the server still gives the impression that the guest is a bit of an inconvenience.
Samantha Kasior
This place is so delicious, with a sandwich for everyone! The restaurant is uniquely eclectic with a homey feel. I will definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Phyl Demetriou
They have great sandwiches and desserts. That’s their specialty. Try their Club sandwich.Also great prices. $11 for a big sandwich.It’s tiny inside, very intimate. Great for dates
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Skobeloff
Came down to Richmond for a day trip to view apartments. My mom and I had some of best sandwiches we’ve had in a long time!! The Nicoise sandwich was incredible with the tapenade spread. My mom ordered the Garnetts Garden and it was so tasty. The staff were beyond friendly even after we came in quite famished 20mins before closing! I can’t wait to come back!! 10/10 would recommend. :))
If you're looking for a place to get great simple sandwiches, this is the place for you. There isn't a better sandwich shop in Richmond and Trust me, I've looked. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. Also, they're gluten-free bread and cake are to die for.Dietary restrictions: Good gluten free bread and cake
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Mark S.
Great food for a great price. Small, quaint place with a great atmosphere. Service was excellent, she checked on us enough, but not overbearing like some places. We will be back. Plus date night deal is a big draw. Love that we can get it to go for a picnic (when it warms up again!)
Caitlin R.
Stumbled upon this place on a whim when trying to find something to eat with my boyfriend. We were in the mood for some sandwiches and decided we wanted to try something new! Garnetts Cafe is a cute little spot in the corner with such rich cultural richmond decor. The service was pretty great, there weren't that many people so we didn't have to wait too long to be seated or served. We ordered the Scuffletown Chicken Salad Sandwich & the Colonel. The chicken salad sandwich was SO tasty! I loved how it had a hint of sweetness and possibly cinnamon? It paired super well with the potato salad! The Colonel was just okay, I think it was just the tiger sauce that was iffy and didn't compliment the sandwich. (It's basically just sweet and sour sauce). Afterwards, we decided to try out a slice of their brown butter pecan cake and it was AMAZING! Literally one of the best cakes I've ever had! It was so moist with just the right amount of sweetness! Their cakes are homemade and change every season I think? Also thanks to our nice server, he made the experience unforgettable!
Jessica T.
I have loved this place for a very long time and now my office is right next to it! This giant sandwich was amazing! It's the best chicken salad in Richmond for a reason! This is the BBLT and this is the first time I added chicken salad it was so good! Don't pass up the home made pickles, they are life changing. Always amazing service with amazing food quality! Love this place so much and now they deliver!
Jake B.
Such a lovely spot in Richmond. My partner and I each got a sandwich, which was great - both were croque-monsieur style, and very high quality. But the best thing was far and away the homemade pickles, which were absolutely unreal. I will say that this is not a light meal, and left us feeling quite heavy afterwards. Overall very much recommended!
First off.....this place is tiny so no parties over 4.....but there's also a nearby park if your group wants to order and eat there. I've done this on a nice day before. The variety of options here is outstanding. I've tried several sandwiches here and have never left unhappy. Most recently I had the Manny, the Teacher, the Scribe and chicken Salad. I would get them all again but the menu is so vast I'm always compelled to try something new. Most recently Kiki took care of us and was great suggesting something new. Keeping this one in the rotation!
It is one of my favorite sandwich places in the entire city! It feels like you are walking into a little European cafe! Be sure to only go if you are a party of four or less because it can get tight, though that is part of the charm! My go to is the pointguard, and though I'm sure their other stuff is good, I just can't push myself to get anything different because it truly is the perfect sandwich! Prices are also reasonable! They have a date n if the special every evening that is two entrees and a bottle of wine for $33! You can't beat that!
One of my favorite spots in RVA. Super affordable and quality food, great ambiance, and good service.
Great little spot! Mostly serves sandwiches of all varieties. Very small so you might have a wait but service is quick and they have a nice happy hour deal. You can also borrow a picnic basket and have your meal in the nearby park.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came an hour and a half before close, everyone had a bad attitude (which seems to be the norm at garnetts) and I was served an ungrilled grilled cheese. Just cold cheese and ham on bread. And the chili was cold. Sad bc I like the food usually but I'm def put off for a while. As a fellow server, this was the first time I haven't tipped 20% in a really long time.
The smallest restaurant with the nicest staff and very reasonable prices. Get there early to get one of the precious seats. Enjoy the limited but delicious menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Garnett's Cafe has that Fan neighborhood feel like everyone should know each other without the feeling that you just walked into a party and you are the only one who doesn't know everyone in the room. It has the odd, charming features you only find in old buildings like having to walk between the bar and grill to get to the one-seater bathroom that opens into the dining room. Don't forget to lock the door. This is my kind of place. My husband and I opted for the $33 date night special: two entrees and a bottle of wine. I ordered The Teacher: grilled roast beef and Gorgonzola on Italian. He got The Colonel :Roast beef, turkey, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, and sauce on toasted ciabatta. Both were very good. For sides we got black-eyed pea salad and French potato salad. We enjoyed both and weee pleased to find side options that were less traditional and did not include mayo. The bottle of wine okay and cost about the same as two glasses. Service mimicked what seemed to be the rage in the early '90s: you get everything you need, you aren't interrupted, there's nothing to complain about but somehow the server still gives the impression that the guest is a bit of an inconvenience.
This place is so delicious, with a sandwich for everyone! The restaurant is uniquely eclectic with a homey feel. I will definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
They have great sandwiches and desserts. That’s their specialty. Try their Club sandwich.Also great prices. $11 for a big sandwich.It’s tiny inside, very intimate. Great for dates
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came down to Richmond for a day trip to view apartments. My mom and I had some of best sandwiches we’ve had in a long time!! The Nicoise sandwich was incredible with the tapenade spread. My mom ordered the Garnetts Garden and it was so tasty. The staff were beyond friendly even after we came in quite famished 20mins before closing! I can’t wait to come back!! 10/10 would recommend. :))
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Restaurantji Recommends
If you're looking for a place to get great simple sandwiches, this is the place for you. There isn't a better sandwich shop in Richmond and Trust me, I've looked. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. Also, they're gluten-free bread and cake are to die for.Dietary restrictions: Good gluten free bread and cake
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Great food for a great price. Small, quaint place with a great atmosphere. Service was excellent, she checked on us enough, but not overbearing like some places. We will be back. Plus date night deal is a big draw. Love that we can get it to go for a picnic (when it warms up again!)
Stumbled upon this place on a whim when trying to find something to eat with my boyfriend. We were in the mood for some sandwiches and decided we wanted to try something new! Garnetts Cafe is a cute little spot in the corner with such rich cultural richmond decor. The service was pretty great, there weren't that many people so we didn't have to wait too long to be seated or served. We ordered the Scuffletown Chicken Salad Sandwich & the Colonel. The chicken salad sandwich was SO tasty! I loved how it had a hint of sweetness and possibly cinnamon? It paired super well with the potato salad! The Colonel was just okay, I think it was just the tiger sauce that was iffy and didn't compliment the sandwich. (It's basically just sweet and sour sauce). Afterwards, we decided to try out a slice of their brown butter pecan cake and it was AMAZING! Literally one of the best cakes I've ever had! It was so moist with just the right amount of sweetness! Their cakes are homemade and change every season I think? Also thanks to our nice server, he made the experience unforgettable!
I have loved this place for a very long time and now my office is right next to it! This giant sandwich was amazing! It's the best chicken salad in Richmond for a reason! This is the BBLT and this is the first time I added chicken salad it was so good! Don't pass up the home made pickles, they are life changing. Always amazing service with amazing food quality! Love this place so much and now they deliver!
Such a lovely spot in Richmond. My partner and I each got a sandwich, which was great - both were croque-monsieur style, and very high quality. But the best thing was far and away the homemade pickles, which were absolutely unreal. I will say that this is not a light meal, and left us feeling quite heavy afterwards. Overall very much recommended!