We love our cafe espresso! 100% the best coffee in our area. The staff is like family to us, and they are so warm and welcoming:) the new option to buy pasta and other authentic Italian fares, is so nice too. The pasta is insane quality. If you go for a coffee, please buy some pasta and wine too. All of its delish! read more

This little coffee shop is right off of Patterson and Gaskins out in the West End of Richmond, VA. It is a very homey, cozy environment with tons of books, adequate seating and a bunch of choices for paninis, salads and sandwiches. I have yet to have a panini from there as of yet but i have had coffee, latte and a few scones and they were all great. My main thing is that it's a very inviting experience, very european. When you order your drink/food they just tell you to have a seat and they'll bring it to you and you can pay before you leave. It's a very trusting way of doing business but it shows that they care about the customer which goes a long way. If you're heading to the Starbucks in the Gayton Crossing shopping center, go an extra block and try this place, you wont regret it! read more

Caffespresso - Dante Paradiso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

Caffespresso is what a coffee shop should be--and, unfortunately, usually isn't. This is a great 'neighborhood' cafe - even if you live miles away. Friendly staff, great coffee/expresso and made-to-order food, and staff who are friends and get to know you. Comfortable and relaxed; a super place to settle down with friends, a book or your tablet and cozy up for a while. Owner Claudio Ragazzi and his staff provide a warm welcome and lots of great treats and options. You can't go wrong here--unless, of course, what you're looking for is the same old coffee in a corporate environment about as friendly and warm as a turnip. In that case, Caffespresso may not be for you. read more

The food was wonderful and fair priced. The staff was attentive and friendly. The feel of the place was happy and upbeat, the food came out within 10 minutes. 10/10 read more

I'm in love with this place! Such a cozy and cute place with delicious pastries and amaaaazing espresso (specialty). You can taste the homemade in their coffees and small food items. The specialty espresso is what I make the 20+ minute drive for, it's so delicious, unlike any other coffee you've had. read more

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This coffee shop was our go to place for a relaxing cup of coffee, chia, or scone up until we moved. Our recent visits were still as great as ever! There staff are friendly and are always willing to cater to our requests. My go to is there Chia latte as they will fill a large mug to the rim with a great drink. They show some local art while also having an assortment of wine, so it's even a good spot to hit in the evenings. read more

Amazing paninis and coffee! Love the Terra panini especially. And...they had nougat, which I can never find this close to home. Plus the staff are so welcoming and kind. Perfect experience. read more

This place is amazing! Go.. NOW! I woke up one morning and decided i really wanted breakfast but was way too lazy to cook. I didn't want a full on brunch. Luckily i remembered reading about this place on yelp, so I had to try it out. Its a super cute coffee house, a little difficult to find if you don't know where to look. Anyways, had to start with some coffee. the hubs got the cafe aut lait and I got the dante's inferno, which is a latte with chocolate, raspberries and hot pepper. Sounds amazing... and it is! For breakfast he got a breakfast sandwich and i decided to splurge on the breakfast special with the Gorgonzola pesto sauce. OMG amazing. The prosciutto was melt in your mouth, the eggs spectacular and the focacia was out of this world. I can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu! read more

Caffespresso - Special breakfast with Gorgonzola pesto - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

Had my first and last experience at this café today -- the absolute WORST customer service. The man working behind the counter was cold and unwelcoming from the second me and my friends stepped in. I ordered a regular coffee and sat with my 2 friends who hadn't decided if they wanted to place an order yet. The man approached our table and irritably asked my 2 friends if they wanted anything. They politely declined, and the visibly frustrated man stormed away. (It was a very slow day so it was not as if we were taking up space for other customers.) Its a shame that this venue continues to lose customers due to its mean-spirited staff that hate their jobs. --- If you want to find a local coffee store to support, like I did, look elsewhere!! --- read more

Found this place on google with really high ratings and they were sure right. Went in and ordered a latte and a cappuccino- service was super friendly, coffee was made quickly and the drinks tasted smooth and rich. I would say it's much better than a Starbucks and the atmosphere was great. Places to sit and visit or people watch or whatever! Thanks for a great experience! Highly recommended. read more

Incredible lattes - the inferno has a spicy raspberry flavor that is amazing! This is our new local foodie coffee stop! Next time we'll try the Italian food/cannolis! read more

Delicious food and friendly environment! The panini, cannoli, and coffee were all clearly made with quality ingredients and care, and it was one of the most delicious meals I've had in a while. I had to wait for my Uber outside for a few minutes and the owner even came out unprompted to turn on the patio heaters for me. I will be back! read more

I stopped in for the first time today and LOVED this place! I got the brown sugar cinnamon latte. It was delicious, as well as gorgeous! The barista and owner were so kind, and the atmosphere was charming, warm, and welcoming. Perfect spot to get homework done or meet with friends. read more

Caffespresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

The espresso (alone, not in drinks) and much of the food is good. However, this otherwise charming spot is clouded by its dubious customer service. At my last visit, I was awkwardly asked to leave in the middle of the day by a woman who identified herself as the owner. She had gathered a group of her personal acquaintances to sit in the cafe, and they were remaining in the cafe while she turned away all other paying customers so they could have the cafe to themselves. It was an abrupt and strange and I did not feel that my experience or years of patronage at the location were valued. read more

Really neat place. Their paninis are to die for. It takes about 30 mins for them to make one, but after you try it, it does not even matter. I believe this certain Panini is called the "Genovese" it has pesto and turkey and cheese and the bread they use just really makes it. This panini is so special, it is Definetly made with love. It is a must try and the only thing I will probably ever get there, besides coffee. read more

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Great little authentic coffee shop. Italian style sandwiches ...and morning squares or croissants in the morning. Love the atmosphere. Free wi-fi. Great spot to grab coffee or lunch with a friend. They also have Italian wines to purchase by the bottle and take home. read more

Caffespresso - Love the cozy atmosphere. Grab a book and enjoy a latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

My sister and I have been to Caffespresso two times, once in the morning and once in the evening. On our first visit (in the morning) there were two people working, a gentleman (the owner) and a young woman. The woman worked at the register and made drinks while the owner solely made drinks. The woman at the register was very friendly and she even helped us decide what dessert to order. After we paid, we were told to sit down and that our drinks would be brought to us when they were finished. We didn't speak to the man due to the fact that the woman took our order and brought us our drinks, however he seemed very friendly to his customers (presumably frequent guests). We did homework while we enjoyed our drinks and we loved the atmosphere. This was a great experience and we were excited to come back again. The sign on the door says to leave a review on yelp, this I shall do. Now for today's experience (be prepared for a long story). Today my sister and I ventured to Caffespresso a bit later, around 5:15. Now keep in mind, the website says that they close at 7:00 and Google says that they close at 6:00. This is already an issue. We knew that we wouldn't have a ton of time but we decided to go anyway because we really enjoyed our past visit. At this time of day, the shop was empty aside from one customer doing some work on her computer. When we walked in, there was no one at the register so we picked up the drink menu to decide what we wanted. Shortly after, an older man comes out from the back and says, "are you getting food?" in a very blunt manner. We informed him that we were just getting drinks and that we would like to enjoy them in the cafe. He then looks at the clock and says something along the lines of, "you do know that we close in about a half hour, right?" At 5:15, we actually had 45 minutes but we just replied with a yes and so he proceeded to take our order. Now, contrary to our first visit, after we ordered he just turned around and started making our drinks. At this point my sister and I are awkwardly standing at the register with the money while he sighs and makes the drinks. We receive our drinks, pay, and go sit down. Upon taking my seat, I pull up the restaurant hours on my phone and proceed to show it to the employee. I begin to tell him about the discrepancy in times on the website and on Google but before I can finish my sentence he sharply says, "the website is wrong. He hasn't changed it yet." Ignoring this rude remark, I asked if we had until 6:00 to finish up and he told me that we needed to be out a few minutes before 6:00 even though a customer should have until closing time to leave. In order to avoid an argument I just said okay and went back to my seat. We decided that we would begin packing our things around 5:50 and as I enjoyed my drink I began planning my review for this terrible experience. Right around 5:50, the man approaches us and with a raised voice says, "CLOSING TIME PLEASE." At least he said please I guess. He then tells us to leave our dishes on the table and with a "thank you, have a good night." we get up and leave the restaurant. Despite all of this, the coffee tasted great both times ;) read more

Caffespresso - Caramel latte with beautiful art! (From our first visit) We also got a white chocolate raspberry scone and chocolate croissant. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

The food is pretty darn tasty, but the sour service here so far makes me feel unwelcome. There are enough examples offered that I don't need to go into a long song and dance, but my requests have been met with curt irritation and a general air that I'm wasting their time and ought to just get out. It's disappointing, because I appreciate having a place with reliably good coffee and food near my apartment, and I'll probably still come back now and then, but it's definitely not a go-to spot. read more

Let me just start off by saying the coffee has been bad every day that I've tried it and the customer service (THE OLD BALD MAN) is incredibly rude and kicks us out of the seating area everyday even though we order items every day. Every time that he yells at us he seems to target our brunette female friend! Sexist? Hates brunettes? I will not be returning to this establishment because of this particularly rude man! The other baristas and the owner are kind and treat people like actual humans! (The coffee cake is good though) read more

They have a good selection of lattes and coffee drinks; however, one thing that will keep me from returning to this establishing, is the appalling service. I stopped by Caddespresso earlier this evening to grab a quick hot brew coffee. The gentlemen that served me (older gentleman with grey hair on the sides, not the owner keep in mind) - was horrendously rude. But wait - I get it, we all have bad days right? Well this particular gentleman has been consistently rude to me, based on multiple of my visits. Furthermore, this may seem like an isolated incident to a select group of people, as I noticed (as I was sitting the the cafe, sipping on my coffee) that his vibe magically improves in front of the presence of business men and attractive women. There are times when I say 'THANK YOU' to him and my response? Nothing. Although when different groups of people modestly say 'thank you' - they will get a kind response back. So the bottomline is, the coffee is good, sure - but not good enough to keep me from returning if I am to be receiving service like this. When you walk into an establishment of this caliber and price-point, a certain level of quality and service is expected. Furthermore, it seems like a lot of the negative reviews for this place are aimed at specific people as well. However, I will note that the service I have received from the other baristas have been mostly pleasant. read more

What a cozy little coffee shop in the West End! I've heard the name Caffespresso thrown around quite a few times lately, so when Lauri T and I decided to meet here today to talk Yelp, I was beyond thrilled. It was pretty frigid out when I entered, so perhaps the contrast of outdoor cold with the indoor warmth of the shop added to it's coziness. But either way, the couch in the back was the perfect place to increase the comfortable and welcoming feel of the café. Although the case of goodies was quite tempting, I stuck with my usual coffee with sugarfree syrup (vanilla today) and almond milk. DElish. And I loved the huge mug my cup o' joe was served in. The space itself is pretty small, with a few scattered tables and a comfy lounge area toward the back, where we sat. I could totally see myself posting up here for a few hours getting some work done when I'm in the area. If this was closer to my house, I would definitely be a regular. read more

Really great lattes, amazing espresso. The workers are super friendly. Plus, the baked goods (coffee cake, croissants) are so good-- make sure to come in before 1pm to snag one. Everyone should come here!! read more

Upon initially examining the place, I was reasonably impressed. They seemed to offer more than the average coffee house. They have Italian imported brands of foods such as capers and cookies. They seem to make many of their pastries in-house. They offer paninis made to order. Their selection of wine is strictly Italian and includes some of the more interesting varietals that Italy has to offer. I saw advertisements about events such as cooking classes that were held there. And the Dante's Paradiso latte I had would've been great if I'd been in the mood for something very sweet. (Maybe I should've stuck with a regular coffee - I thought it was interesting that their coffee beans are Northern Italian.) However, the vibe was sorely lacking. The barista was young, so his awkward standoffishness alone didn't give me the impression that I should feel unwelcome. I asked about their wine list. The barista turned around and directed my question to the gentleman standing next to him, who I presumed was the owner. He stood right in front of me, tersely muttered something back to the barista, and proceeded to continue ignoring me. When walking through the place to take a look at things, I got the impression that I was invading people's space. Maybe it was the layout of the place - it WAS pretty cluttered, ostentibly adding to its rustic charm. Anyway, I'm not really sure what that was about. I'd taken a shower. My hair was messy, I was wearing my old glasses, and I wasn't dressed flatteringly, but I hadn't really anticipated that I'd have to charm people into giving me decent service. Was it silly of me to expect the owner to stop and talk to me about the wine list? Even at a corporately owned coffee shop, the shift leaders will talk about relatively mundane things with me, like the wifi or the weather. Shouldn't a business owner care how he comes across to his clients? I'm not the most outgoing person, but it's my job is to be friendly and accessible to my clients when I'm at work, regardless of how I feel when I wake up that morning, and even if I don't own the place. I can appreciate good taste and offering unique things, but a pleasant environment means enough to me that it's worth taking my business to the Starbucks down the road. I can't buy into pretentiousness for the sake of affecting eliticism. It's just coffee. read more

I stumbled upon Caffespresso on a random Wednesday morning when I didn't want to go to another Starbucks. I wanted something more local and cozy cafe lounge in Richmond. I ordered the vanilla latte with a breakfast croissant (eggs, cheese, and bacon-esque meat). The barista told me that she'd bring out the order and that I could pay after wards, which was different but I didn't mind. I didn't get to scope out the place much because it got pretty packed but there's suppose to be a bookshelf that's 'give/take' a book that I'll be checking out the next time I stop by. They also have a front patio that you can enjoy your beverage and snack of choice! [Vanilla Latte] It wasn't as strong but rather more milky than I would have liked. Next time, I'll probably ask for a double shot of espresso. I'm no coffee expert but I do like my coffee beverage to have more of a coffee taste to it. Anyway, they topped the latte with the typical chocolate coffee design, which was cute but I could do without. [Breakfast Croissant] I think this was the reason why the order took a little longer because they probably made it on site! Well, I'll be damned! Not another prepackaged breakfast sandie? Yay! It was quite delicious...warm, pressed, and gooey. When I got the croissant, they basically gave me two sandwiches. One for now and the second one for if I was really hungry or to go. I decided on neither & shared the wealth with a friend instead. Overall, I'm in love with how small and quaint this place is. This was the exact place I was looking for without traveling all the way to the fan or downtown. Plus, it has wifi! read more

Update to my previous review: I will leave the rating the same. Tried to go today to get coffee and something to eat (it opens at 7am) - got there at 7:13 and it was dark, went back by again at 7:20 - still locked up. I swear, Claudo, I am trying to give you business! But either the service is too slow, it's dirty inside, or you just didn't bother to opening on time! My title pretty much covers it. I really really want to like Caffespresso. I want to "shop local" and I certainly DONT want to support Starbucks and their nasty tasting coffee. This should be the place. However, more and more, I find I am disappointed by the excruciatingly slow service - why would the owner only have one person working during the morning shift? I stop in for coffee on the way to work and I have to wait while the poor girl makes breakfast, tends to coffee, runs the cash register, etc. The other thing that I find simply inexcusable is how dirty the place is. Is it really that hard to get a bottle of 409 and clean the filthy door, or wipe down the counters, or give the floors a real cleaning? Caffespresso is too good to have such slow service and be do unclean. I hope they will do better so I can give them the 5 star review that I would like to! read more

It's a little off the beaten path but if you are ever in the area stop in for a while and talking to the owner. He's a very interesting and welcoming character that often stands behind the counter, listens to you talk for a bit, and chimes in when he's ready... but I like it. The Panini's are amazing, fixed on fresh Focacia bread that he makes himself. Try the Roasted Vegetable or the Spicy Capriocola The coffee is equally good and he sells roasted beans as well as some other items like homemade granola. I also love the whole bring a book take a book policy. The place is very comfy and invites you to stick around for a while. Hell, it even has a guitar in the corner screaming "Play me!" Also they offer language classes!!! read more

Probably the best small cafe I've been to! The drinks are delicious, I really recommend Dante's paradiso! Their almond croissant is sooooo good! read more

Good ambience, good people, good service. The food (panini) are made with fresh ingredients. I had the crudo panini which I enjoyed immensely. The rest of my group ordered the salmone, the toscanaccio and the reggio; all of which are wonderful. read more

Caffespresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

This was such a cute hidden gem! As soon as I walked in, I felt like I was in a movie. Caffespresso has stolen my heart. The owner was amazing despite having to roll around on a scooter because his leg was broken (bless his heart!). He introduced me to the Italian version of hot chocolate which was perfect on this unseasonably cold evening. Their "take a book, leave a book" policy is awesome and the desserts looked delicious. I really don't have anything bad to say about this shop. Yes the prices were higher than normal, but I honestly think they are fair for the quality of service and product that you get. Unfortunately it is a little out of the way for me, but I will make time to visit as often as I can! read more

Best Tiramisu in Richmond. Mocha is amazing and service is awesome. Love this place. Good place to hang out with friends. Panini was delicious too read more

Caffespresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

Get the truffle panini. I devoured it before I could take a pic. The lattes are also fantastic. The cafe space is cozy and inviting- a good place to read or get some work done when it's not too crowded. read more

Caffespresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Henrico, Virginia

About as fast as an Italian train from Rome to Brindisi, which means not at all...but great coffee in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Definitely come if you have some time to sit and enjoy your coffee instead of scarfing it down in a port-a-cup. As europeans know, coffee is more about the experience, the conversation and the quality of the beans. This little shop tucked away off street near Gaskins and Patterson (don't blink or you'll miss it) serves up great coffee and the food is no slouch either. Breakfast sandwiches, pastries, soup, paninis, you name it, and all done with care and quality. Try their specialty espresso drinks, like the Odessa (steamed milk, caramel, almond & amaretto) or Dante's Paradiso (steamed milk, white chocolate, vanilla, caramel)...or any combination you can think of...oh, and did I mention Italian wine and beer? I think to really appreciate the speed of Italy, an hour or so spent in here would give you the right idea...it's good for your blood pressure to slow down and enjoy food and drink at a pace that seems to keep europeans alive for longer periods of time, and the coffee is excellent, so give Caffespresso some time and they are sure to impress, and make you want to come back for more. They're good for any meal so give them all a try! read more

I love this little west end coffee & wine shop... The food is always on point as well! Highly recommend :)

I've been a couple of times to Caffespresso, once for a Sunday brunch and another to grab some quick breakfast before work. Brunch was my first visit and my husband and I love the intimate cafe vibe. It was full of people just coming out of church. I got a great sandwich with prosciutto and cheddar on a croissant and my husband got a lovely pasta dish on a bed of mixed greens. I ordered a chai latte, which was perfect too. We had a lovely brunch, service was a bit slow but it was crowded so to be expected. My next visit was on a Wednesday morning and they were understaffed with only one barista working at the time. I ordered another croissant sandwich and chai latte and waited for only 10 minutes. The food was just as good as before. I highly recommend the place if you're looking for something low key and local for coffee and sandwiches. read more

I came in with a couple of friends to relax and catch up, one of whom bought a coffee. It wasn't very crowded at all so we sat down on the couches and all commented how nice the atmosphere was. Until the old man that works there came over and asked if he could get us anything, to which we polietly declined. That was clearly the wrong answer as he shot me a scowling look and walked away. If you're looking for a nice welcoming place to go visit with friends, just know that your presence is only welcome if you purchase food and coffee. Otherwise, you mean nothing to the owners. There are plenty of great coffee shops around, so I would recommend going somewhere else if you'd like to enjoy your time in a friendly environment. read more

A very cute coffee shop in the West End. The Italian vibe is definitely present, with friendly staff and a pay-as-you-leave policy and various wines and coffees available for takeaway purchase. The lattes are very good, as are the panini sandwiches. Expect some wait time for food service, as they usually have just a couple people on staff and it can get busy on weekends. If you are hanging out, that's not a big deal. Nice local crowd of retirees, families, and youngish suburbanites. Not a hipster vibe like Black Hand or Lamplighter. Seating is a combination of tables/chairs, two sofas, and a lounge chair creates a nice mix of work spaces, social spaces, and introvert spaces. Despite the slower food service, I'm making this my new local place, as there are not many independent shops in the far West End, just three or four or five Starbucks. I love that they offer Italian language classes in the evenings. read more

We used to enjoy coming here. May not come back after today. We ordered 2 scones and 2 cappuccino. We received the scones but not the coffee. We had to go back inside and ask again. Their response was they list the ticket. We did FINALLY get the cappuccino but there were no spoons with which to stir in sugar. Bet if the owner were here nine if this would have happened. Maybe he should keep closer tabs on his employees. read more

This is the worst place if you care about customer service. Went here because I was recommended by a regular customer. Soon as I walked into the building, the older gentleman working looked at me as if I didn't belong. I told him it was my first time and he continued to stare. He didn't explain the menu, he didn't ask what I wanted to try. I asked him for a menu he basically threw it at me. After looking at the menu he continued to watch me, still not asking if I needed help. Before I walked out I asked if I could use the bathroom and he said "nope only for customers". I placed the menu back where it came from and walked out, he still did not say anything, not even bye. This is the worst place if you're looking for a friendly environment, whoever the older man is that works at the front seems like he hates his job. Worst experience ever. read more

I was a regular for eight years and loved everything about the place but the service in the mornings has gone from rude to hostile. The woman who opens clearly hates her job. When she greeted me with "What do you need?" to take my order it was bad enough. But when she became angry and hateful when my friend simply asked her to turn down the dance music at 7:30 in the morning, it was unacceptable. Sorry to say that this fine little place won't last much longer with employees like this. read more

My girlfriends and I meet here for coffee and or breakfast weekly. Charming little place. Delicious coffee and food. The service is always pleasant and excellent. read more