I can't believe I've lived in Richmond for almost 3 years and I it took me this long to get to…read moreShindigz. A friend and I stopped in today to have some sweet treats and wow we were both amazed with this place. Not only does it offer amazing and delicious baked goods, but it also has hot food, alcoholic beverages, along with a lot of cute items for sale. It was painful to stand in line to place my order because once I thought I had figured out what I wanted, I saw something else that looked equally delicious. I ended up with a slice of salted chocolate caramel cake, which came with extra salted caramel, and it was delicious! I couldn't eat it all so it was nice to have the rest of the piece later at home. My friend got one of the Shindigz cookies and raved about it. She said it was one of the best cookies she's ever had. They have indoor and outdoor seating and as today was a nice day, we sat outside in a little garden area that had fountains and was very nice. If you have a sweet tooth and a hankering for something delicious, Shindigz is the place to go!

Shyndigz has transitioned a few times since opening in Richmond, and I've been there for all of…read morethem, from the original dine-in dessert cafe to the carry-out only with cake window during covid, and now to their current beautiful location. You walk in and can order small bites, cocktails, or coffee drinks at the camper right in front, then you can peruse their various gift options, and then you get to the dessert counter where you'll see their giant cakes, pies, and other offerings. Or, you can skip right to the dessert options! I have yet to have a bad dessert here, but favorite include their Oreo mocha pie, any version of Oreo cake, cannoli, and their homemade Oreos. Service is always warm and friendly, and there are lots of tables to sit inside or outside in their garden area! A Richmond staple and for good reason!

A local recommend Scoop so we stopped in after dinner on a Thursday. Semi-busy around 7. Smaller…read morespot with counter standing area inside and some seating outside. A respectable amount of flavor choices and most you don't see everywhere-I.e Lavender Honeycomb, Triple-berry Cobbler, and Key Lime Pie to name a few. Weren't feeling adventurous so we went with a chocolate truffle/coffee and a cookie dough/chocolate truffle-both small. Intense chocolate and truffle flavors and cookie dough was enjoyed also-delicious end to a meal and it paired nicely with the hot day. Friendly and engaged people behind the counter. Turns out Scoops is #26 on Yelps Top Ice Cream Shops list. We agree!

Parking: street parking available. There is street parking right out front and also near the…read moreentrance. However it is not guaranteed. Seating: there are no seats inside. They have a 8 people maximum capacity. There is a slim bar along the windows for people to stand and eat, but other than that, there are no chairs. It is a small arroom so don't expect to stay long. Food: the ice cream was very creamy and delicious! I loved the special flavors they had! And they change the flavors every now and then! So it's fun to try them all. Bathroom: there is no restroom. Price: I thought it was pretty good for the amount you get! It isn't on the cheap side, but you do get a large serving! Service: our server was very patient and nice! He gave us a few samples because I couldn't decide which flavor I liked (like any typical girl haha)

When I walked in, there were two customers seated and two employees behind the counter. I walked…read moredirectly up to the cashier, who looked right past me without saying a word and then walked away toward the pickup area, where another employee was standing. That employee also completely ignored me, despite the fact that I was clearly standing there waiting to be helped. I was there to pick up a DoorDash order for someone else, but based on the way I was treated, I can guarantee you I will not be choosing to spend my own money at this establishment. I ultimately had to ask another customer who was standing in line if they knew where to pick up a DoorDash order. The entire experience was incredibly dismissive and unprofessional. A simple acknowledgment or, at the very least, "We'll be with you in a moment" would have made a huge difference.

Came here to get a breakfast pastry while in the area. Brecotea is a Korean inspired bakery that…read morealso has hot and cold beverages, breads, cakes, and savory sandwiches as well. The ambiance was clean and orderly. Upon entering, you grab a serving tray lined with parchment and some tongs. The items are in a glass enclosed display that you have to open and place your selections on your tray for purchase. I settled on the pistachio cream filled pecan pastry, the almond twist, and strawberry shortcake. The beverage menu was extensive: matcha, flavored teas, cocoa, espresso/coffee, and more. We were greeted by pleasant staff at checkout and our orders placed in a parchment type bag for take out. They also have seating inside. The pastries were just sweet enough without being overly sweet, which I like. The pistachio cream was a perfect compliment to the pecan encrusted pastry. The almond twist was both flaky and crunchy with the sliced almonds on top, and the strawberry shortcake had layers of real strawberries, whipped topping and yellow cake that was moist. All were fresh. All in all, a great place to stop by for a morning pastry treat and tea/coffee while in the area,

I was told that Proper Pie was one of the best dessert spots in Richmond and since we were in the…read moreChurch Hill area, we made the stops. Street parking was plentiful. I thought there was line out the door at first but it turns out it's just a window so the line is always out the door I guess. We grabbed two slices, one banoffee and one coconut cream. The banoffee has a nice caramel flavor to it, not too sweet surprisingly. We liked the coconut cream slice a little more, again not too sweet but great coconut flavor. Would love to come back to try their savory pies as well but they have a great selection and the staff is nice here.

I have gone to Proper Pie several times over the years when I visit Richmond. It is always a…read morefantastic experience. I like that they offer both sweet and savory pies. My wife and I are vegan so we come back because they have great plant-based options. This most recent time I enjoyed a pear-blackberry streusel - delicious! Always great customer service and in a near part of Richmond.

If you like cereal and ice cream, this is the place for you. All of your retro cereal dreams come…read moretrue here. This unassuming shop has a huge selection of ice cream styles to choose from. You can get simple ice cream, cereal infused ice cream, milkshakes, and more. I decided to go for their signature item, the cereal infused ice cream. I got a vanilla base with cheese cake bits and fruity pebbles. It was absolutely delicious. I live nearby so walked over, but there are street parking spots in front. Do know when you walk in, it might take a minute to place your order. It's a super local place and the person who runs the front is usually next door. It's more of a takeout ice cream place. There is Clay park nearby to enjoy your ice cream at. My ice cream with tip came out to about $12. It was a huge serving too. As you can see from my menu photos, there are a lot of option to pick from. So if you're more of a captain crunch person or apple jacks, you're good. I highly recommend checking this tasty ice cream out.

Stopped by One Way Cream & Goodies while in town for a conference. With the large menu, it took us…read moreawhile to decide, but the owner was very patient and helped us choose. I built my own creation, topped with Cinnamon Toast Crunch. It was so yummy, and it's definitely a large portion that you can share. Be prepared because there isn't a ton of seating, only a few barstools inside and two picnic tables outside, but it's not too large of an issue. My ice cream was so good that we can back the next day!

This is one of those truly beloved local spots that I'm thrilled to see thriving!! I remember when…read morethe sweet husband and wife opened a little storefront on Patterson years ago and their salted chocolate caramel cake became our standard for every birthday celebration for the past twenty years or so. Now they seem to be expanding to multiple pop ups in the same block of Cary street which is awesome! Kudos for all those years of hard work!! The cakes are simply the best in Richmond. They're pricey but totally worth the splurge! I'm not a huge fan on the little teeny tiny caramel sauce they give you on the side... if i remember correctly it used to be drizzled right on top of the cake!! When it's separate it really isn't the same consistency, it's kinda grainy, and it's definitely not enough caramel!! We tried the black and white cake recently which is also great but salted caramel is my ride or die. I'm a serious fan of their new market which is a fab place for late night sugar cravings. The cocktails, coffee and savory offerings all look delicious too. I think the little pop up trailer is adorable and the vibes are great with so many cute things from plants to pup toys. I've always been a fan of Shyndigz and I'm glad to see them continue to expand!!

Friendly staff, open airy space, solid coffee. Delicious banana pudding and pecan bar. Def will…read morereturn to try more!

Some of the best doughnuts I've ever had! They are nice, thick, fresh, and tasty…read more This doughnut shop is a small, old fashioned place not too far from the Richmond airport. In the mornings it can be pretty busy, but the cashier was more than helpful when i had questions about the different flavors.

The doughnuts are the best you will ever have. Just go already…read more They're fresh and not overly sweet.

Cookie life. Heart of VCU. Nice staff and small but clean walk up type bakery…read more Oatmeal Raisin: 3.9/5 Snickerdoodle: 4.6/5 Chocolate Chip: 4/5 Solid cookies with the crispy edges and soft center. They also offer different beverages for dunking and ice cream! If in the area give them a try!

Really really good! Warm and gooey. Service was kind and very friendly. They had a deal going on. I…read moregot 4 for the price of 3. The chocolate chip and the cookies and cream were okay. The snickerdoodle and the red eye were GREAT. It's a small spot. No seating from what I can see. A grab and go shop. But it's local and they don't skimp on packaging. I got a box for my 4 cookies. Great for safe transport.

Great location! Easy to park. Big indoor space - adjacent to VCU campus. Fun drink options. Taro…read morebubble tea was perfect! Thai coffee was good too! Must go back to try Korean hot dogs! Service was great!

Really cute spot with mochi donuts, k-dogs, teas + coffees, and other savory items. The outside…read morelooks off-putting since it's in an apartment building near VCU. However, don't let that deter you! Tried the s'mores mochi donut and it was AMAZING. Loved the toasted flavor and marshmallow glazing! There's a Photo Booth and plenty of seating. Does get really busy, but you can order at the kiosks! I'll be back to try other seasonal items.

A treat the ENTIRE family enjoyed. These are low calorie, and they have something for everyone…read more They far surpassed my ecxpectations. It was creamy, flavorful and just simply enjoyable. The stand outs were definitely the dreamscape and the strawberry short cake!! We ordered our online and picked up, and then drove them home and they didn't melt and were still perfect.

I ordered hot fudge. I did not like the taste. It's dangerously sweet . I could not taste anything…read moreother than sugar. Probably would not go again