My sister and I stopped by last minute for a quick breakfast, and we're so glad we did! You order…read moreat the front, and the staff was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain how everything works. The bagel I had was delicious, and the mimosa was spot on; not too much juice, just the perfect balance! The dining area was clean, quiet, and comfortable, making it a great spot to catch up with a friend or get some work done on your laptop. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience and would definitely recommend this place!

I drive from Northside to have coffee here every Saturday morning. The owners go out of their way…read moreto make it a super place to spend time, great coffee, its your neighborhood coffee shop, pleasant, friendly locals who return time and again. Service is efficient, kind and friendly and the coffee is hot and strong, just the way I like it. I wouldn't go anywhere else! You might want to go early as it fills up fast.

I was super excited to find out there's a new café in Midlothian, where you don't have to drive to…read moreRichmond. The bright and open environment is very welcoming. They have a lot of seating and the overall aesthetic is great. I also understand they serve ice cream and a variety of other drinks, including alcohol based. They also have food items. Let me just say my review is based solely on my drink because that's the only thing I had. I ordered a chai latte with almond milk, the total was about eight dollars, which I find to be more expensive than other cafés. The chai latte lacked flavor, with no strong notes of black tea or cinnamon to indicate that it is a chai drink. Honestly, to me, it tasted like hot diluted milk. I took about 3/4 sips before I poured the whole thing down the drain at home. It actually was just bad. Really, I should've asked the barista for another drink as this one was not up to standard. I was so disappointed in this as I was excited to experience a new café. Their menu is soooo extensive and I find with places that have such large menus, they usually aren't good. It's too many items that I guess they never get to perfect certain ones.

Love this cafes ambiance. So many cozy seating options, great natural lighting, and relaxing music…read moreplaying. My husband got a Cuban coffee and I got an iced americano. We split an egg sandwich that we ordered on a croissant. We got turkey, egg, cheese, and tomato. The sandwich was well balanced and the croissant was buttery and flakey. The only downside is the price is on the higher side. Our server was kind and it appeared she was the only one making the drinks so we felt bad for her. The cafe was packed so I'm happy business is booming!

Really amazing vegan options, great coffee. The food is so good. Amazing croissants, avocado toast…read moreand bagel sandwiches. The service is fast casual and very nice. The inside is also very chill with music choices and the decor.

Loved this local spot that is walking distance from the Richmond Convention Center. I liked it so…read moremuch, I came twice over the weekend! And I would have gone an extra time too, if they weren't closed on Sunday. I got the lox sandwich on a plain bagel both times and it was delicious. I only wish they had more bagel options to choose from. On my first visit, I got an Iced Matcha Latte unsweetened, which I recommend adding at least a little bit of sweeter in the future to bring out the matcha flavor. I also had an oatmilk latte that was solid, but I got a cortado on my following visit so I could get more espresso punch. Great place, will definitely be back!

The bartender was a little shady and sassy anytime we asked him questions but other than that it…read morewas good. We went for happy hours. I got a pineapple + tequila, nothing special but solid. There was ample place and it was very chill vibes. I'd like to come back another time to try the hotdogs.

This was my second time visiting Black Lodge & I now have added it to my list as one of my absolute…read morefavorite bars/cafes in the Richmond area. For a Saturday night, the atmosphere was lively but not overwhelmingly so. It is a small space so I was very happy that there were still side tables available to sit at & enjoy our food & conversation. The staff were very welcoming, helpful & courteous. & although my husband were probably the most aged patrons in the place, we never felt out of place & I sincerely appreciated that we were able to go there & feel comfortable being a part of the Saturday night community. IYKYK As for the food. The Fried mushrooms were absolutely yummy. They were crunchy on the outside with a light & fluffy texture to the mushrooms inside. We ordered the Chicago Dog & the Sloppy Joe Dog & Black Lodge has the BEST hot dogs I have ever tasted! & believe me I have eaten a lot of hotdogs in my lifetime. Their hotdogs are juicy & full of flavor. My husband is still talking about their hotdogs a day later & how we have to go back again[this was his first visit]. For drinks we had the Jager-Rita, Miller High Life Pony & Green Tea shot. They all were great & complimented our food perfectly. The Green tea shot was so smooth, I definitely recommend trying it If shots are your forte & even if they are not. I am not a shot person but I really enjoyed this particular drink. I definitely recommend Black Lodge if you enjoy a very casual, laid back bar/cafe type of restaurant that has food & drinks that are very upscale but reasonably priced. Also, the atmosphere is very bright & bubbly. A perfect Saturday night hang out type of vibe. So once again I definitely highly recommend giving this establishment a try!

Don't trust the images. Major changes. It's a carry-out only joint. Not a restaurant anymore. Table…read morein the doorway for takeout only and a bunch of doll houses for sale. Very random.

GBC is still top tier. Yummy food, super friendly owners. Since 2020, they are takeout only with a…read morefew tables outdoors on the sidewalk. My absolute favorite "hidden gem" from here is the sfogliatelle! They make them fresh, from scratch, and only every few months. I typically get quite a few to last me a few days a though they are not *as good day 2-4. The coffee is always delicious and I love that they rotate flavors seasonally. If they don't have a flavor I like, praline or maple cream are my go tos.

I'll give you the facts…read more The coffee is weak. The fried potatoes are boiled and tasteless The food takes a while. The bacon is amazing. They should have a huge shrine erected to that bacon. The waffle fries are good. The pancakes are killer. The waffles are good. All in all a good experience.

Unfortunately, my experience at The Benedict in Chester, Virginia, was extremely disappointing. The…read moreservice was incredibly slow, and the food and drinks were nowhere near worth the hype. I ordered an espresso martini (that I had to return), eggs, turkey bacon, and an English muffin. The eggs were overcooked and lacked any freshness. My friend ordered the shrimp and grits and described them as completely unseasoned. The grits tasted like plain white grits with shrimp simply placed on top, rather than a flavorful, savory dish. Another friend ordered a burger, which arrived overcooked with burnt buns. Overall, everything tasted as though it had been prepared ahead of time and left sitting on a hot plate or reheated in an oven before being served. Nothing tasted freshly made, and the quality simply did not match the reputation or expectations. Sadly, this was a very underwhelming dining experience, and I would not return or recommend it based on our visit.

Coffe was delicious and strong. The store was extremely crowded. No room to walk around the tables…read morewere on top of the food for sale which was on top of the patrons. No room to move . The person running the register, while nice kept playing with their hair. Twirling it and messing with their phone. While the coffee was good the atmosphere was not

This place is such a vibe to catch up with friends. With the upbeat music, loud conversations that'…read moreyour interested to over hear, and the smells of fresh baked goods and meals. The service is quick and easy. Everyone is friendly. If you're feeling gloomy, this place might perk you right up.

The Plant Café is a new spot along Richmond's Canal Walk inside of padel plant they sell a variety…read moreof hot and cold beverages as pastries from Sugar and Twine. The staff is super nice and I enjoyed chatting with them while waiting for my drinks. We got a tiramisu latte, vanilla latte, and a matcha latte. Open 8AM to 10PM (as of May 2025)

I really enjoy The Plant Cafe inside Padel Plant (and next to Smokestack). I've gotten a few…read morepastries from here, but mostly come for the drinks during salsa nights. Order inside and sit at a table to watch padel, or grab a seat outdoors. The staff is amazing - and Kimberly at the bar is great! Her drink creations are delicious, and she's super friendly as well.