3.5 stars! The coffee is really good, although very expensive. Their 16 oz, which I believe is the biggest size they offer, is over $8 with tip. They're also always usually out of pastries by 9am. And while I love the clean and cozy coffeehouse setting - they've got ample table space, outlets, and seating - it gets distractingly loud in there! I've been a few times, and both times I couldn't get over the noise level to read my book, even with noise-cancelling headphones! read more

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Unfortunately grit is always a bad time for me. The coffee is mediocre at best, the prices are absurd, and the service is always kind of horrible. This is the type of place I wanted so badly to be good, but every time I go to order, the baristas give me attitude or ignore me completely in order to continue conversations amongst themselves. I always feel like I'm interrupting something when I order or ask for napkins or really anything. Kind of an uncomfortable and unpleasant experience- worth skipping in my opinion read more

I love their Matcha and the friendly staff! Quiet enough to work in too (don't blast their music)

I feel like this place was cute inside and a in great location but the pricing was nuts. I ordered a small oat milk latte and it was more than $8?! Shame on me for not asking the cost but damn..... $8!!!! Yeah and nothing to write home about. Seemed like it would be a nice place to get work done but those prices are crazy. read more

I love Grit Coffee! I'm so happy it came to RVA. I've been to their location in Charlottesville and here. This location is a good spot to get some work done. They have strong internet and the times I've visited, it doesn't get too busy. I love their seasonal drinks. My favorite thing about their coffee here is that it's fresh every time I've ordered it. It's a small space. They have some couch seating, bar seating, and communal seating. My partner and I bought their holiday beans and were obsessed with the blend. It was so delicious and smelled great. I highly recommend checking out this coffee shop. read more

Grit Coffee - Pumpkin Chai - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Grit Coffee started out as a coffee shop in the UVA area and has been around since '08; they've expanded to several other locations in the Charlottesville and Crozet area, having one now in Richmond. We were in the area, picking up some items, and we saw this on our way out. The coffee shop has a minimalistic modern vibe to it, very clean, and had a handful of tables and communal seating. The menu offers beverages such as drip coffee, cortado, Americanos, mochas, and lattes, in addition to their seasonal specials. I was highly recommended the following, so I ordered: +the Maple Leaf Latte - made with espresso, maple syrup, cinnamon, and milk +the Spooky Bear Latte - made with espresso, honey, vanilla, seasonal spices, and milk Both drinks were extremely weak, and it tasted like hot water with a sprinkling of cinnamon/spices. The Spooky Bear Latte was slightly better than the Maple Leaf Latte, but definitely not close to them being described as 'so good' by the barista. Super disappointing! I'm glad I was able to give this place a try, but wouldn't return. +weak coffee +friendly service +street parking available read more

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Clean nice esthetically pleasing. Our drinks were really good chai latte at a very reasonable price and I can't remember what my daughter ordered but she really enjoyed it. Now my issue, the person behind the counter seemed to be in a little attitude. He didn't ask if our drinks were for here or to go. We were actually going to sit here so we did with our to go cup while someone who came in after us was served with an actual cup and saucer. Missed opportunity.... read more

I've been to a Grit location elsewhere in VA and thoroughly enjoyed it- so I wanted to see how the RVA one was! Parking: Street parking around the small shop. I came around 2pm on a Saturday, and found parking within a 1 minute walk. There's a lot of space, I would guess it's busier in the mornings, but is a very walkable area. Interior: A really peaceful little shop! Plenty of seating and nice big tables, and it's very clean. Not a ton of ~cozy~ seating if you're looking for that, but lots of room for groups. Not a ton of outlets that I noticed, so probably more of a pen-and-paper-working or reading place. Nice soft music and bright with the big windows. Spacious for being such a small place! Drink: I got a flat white, and they did it half caf for me which can sometimes be difficult to find, so I was really pleased! They do up charge for alternative milks (oat and almond), but default to whole milk. I did like that they asked me what milk I wanted while I ordered bc sometimes I forget to substitute! The drink is delicious- smooth, roasted really nicely, creamy, and comforting. The quality of the coffee is great, and they treated the oat milk nicely. Food: Their pastries look really good, although I didn't order any. I will say I didn't see any vegan or gluten free options, which is always a bummer. Staff: Super nice, really chill, answered all my questions. The barista recommended brown sugar in the flat white and I really liked it! Overall, I will most definitely return with a book and more time to sit and enjoy the nice light and atmosphere at Grit! read more

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Glad I got to try out Grit Coffee this morning on the Fourth of July! They have a good selection of black coffee and espresso based drinks along with a couple specialty lattes. The interior is very industrial looking but very homey and minimal - good vibes, overall! The barista was really helpful and was able to answer my questions and give me suggestions. They also have a good selection of blends and single origins (including limited edition and seasonal varieties). POUR OVER - 4.50 They had Ethiopian beans for the pour over and I got it iced since it was super hot. Personally, I'd probably get it hot next time because I couldn't taste a lot of the notes when it was iced. It did have a nice and light after taste of something sweet and a bit fruity. I would recommend the pour over here for sure! read more

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My latte and doppio was good. The coffee shop itself was ok, but the energy was a little off. There is a little outdoor seating and more seating inside. Service was 50/50. read more

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I was extremely disappointed with my visit to this coffee shop. Not only was the coffee weak it had a chalky texture to it rendering it undrinkable. At $15 for two 12oz coffees with oat milk (this was an additional $1.25 charge, the highest I've ever seen!) I expected more. To make matters worse, the customer service was terrible. The barista was unfriendly and unaccommodating, which made for a truly unpleasant experience. I would not recommend this place to anyone. +1 Vibe +0 Taste +0 Presentation +0 Service +0 Value read more

Nice little coffee shop on Libbie. Good coffee. Great location. Friendly service. More industrial than cozy decor. No food though?! And hefty price tag for my $6 mocha as is the case with everything these days. read more

Best coffee in the area hands down, the seasonal blackberry mocha is DELISH. The Wednesday afternoon barista is always friendly and makes really yummy drinks! read more

Cool local hang to grab a of tea or coffee. The aroma when you walk in is heavenly! Fresh roasted and ground coffee that would make Lorelai Gilmore swoon! Coffee, coffee, coffee... The inside is rather plain and industrial. It felt cold, metallic and sterile. There was a small sitting nook in the corner that was unavailable due to Covid, no indoor seating. But there were 4 tables outside to sit and sip! Nice spot to people watch and just chill. I spied several moms with their strollers hanging out on the patio. The coffee is robust, the iced coffee refreshing... and I had the hot Earl Grey tea (medium $2.50) which was strong! They offer just a few bakery goods, just some muffins and when I went in the sullen girl at the counter said the were sold out. They only supply a small batch, today they had blueberry, but alas, none for me... They would do better in the area if they offered a wider selection of bakery treats. There were several seasonal coffees sold in bags on one table that looked enticing. I've been to the Grit coffee in Charlottesville (not sure if it's still there), which had a lot more to offer by way of food. But hopefully, this spot can thrive and survive, despite the pandemic and another coffee shop around the corner. Time will tell. It seems this building has a lot of turnover. read more

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Been on the hunt for new coffee shops and stumbled upon Grit! The parking is pretty easy since there's a parking lot nearby. The inside was small and cute, however, REALLY quiet. It would be a perfect place if you need to study or do homework. The service was nice and quick, nothing memorable but nothing bad either. My friend and I ordered a vanilla latte with oatmilk and a croissant. Unfortunately, the latte was not good. The flavor of it was rather burnt compared to other places i've tried and the croissant was okay. Overall, not amazed by this place but maybe their other options are better. read more

My family and I dropped in this past Sunday for a quick pick-me-up. I ordered an iced chai and my daughter the hot chocolate. The barista looked like she couldn't be bothered. She barely spoke and we thanked her twice without even so much as a nod. The whole time she was making our drinks she was sighing like it was a chore. To be clear we came in at 2pm. The hot chocolate was barely warm. My chai was okay, nothing special or memorable. With all the coffee spots in Richmond, you really need to stand out to remain relevant and have longevity. Customer service was seriously lacking and drinks were mediocre at best. We won't be returning. read more

I wish I found out about this place earlier! This is such a cute little cafe with quality drinks and nice ambiance for studying/meet ups! I got to try their Spooky bear latte which included "seasonal spices" that tasted like a mix of Thanksgiving and Christmas? Definitely had some cinnamon but also had some Chai vibes? Either way I really enjoyed my drink because the layer of foam was really fluffy and the drink itself was really smooth (not too watery or too milky). This latte was sweet as you might expect a latte to be but it wasn't overly sugary. The ambiance was great for getting work done or meeting up with someone. The store itself was spacious and quiet with some nice background music and fast internet. There were some plugs around! Staff were really friendly and I got my drinks pretty quickly. I love how they also have some on-site parking spots available. Street parking around that area seems to be pretty available too! read more

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I got the Cardamom Matcha Latte! Would recommend to a matcha lover like me. I always enjoy coming to Grit! read more

Grit Coffee - Cardamom Matcha Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Best Baristas in Richmond, and a delightful place to get some work done with excellent people watching. The coffee and drinks are always great, so what else could you want? Nice place. read more

Great experience here! This was my first time visiting Grit, but definitely won't be my last. The service was welcoming and friendly, the coffee and chocolate chip cookies were delicious. Perfect place to grab a coffee or tea on a nice day. Nice and clean inside! Outdoor seating was nice on the bustling Libby Ave. The chocolate chip cookie is a must! Grit offers different specials for different seasons. My mom got an iced honey lavender latte and I got an iced golden chai. We were not disappointed. Pros: Free parking on the side of the building and additional parking in the back, pet-friendly patio & outdoor seating! Cons: There aren't any! read more

Grit Coffee - This place is a vibe - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Cool little coffee shop in the Libbie mill area good coffee and they sell there beans if you like the coffee.

If you ever thought to yourself "hmmm I wonder where all the cool people drink their coffee??!!"" I've got the answer for you! You can find the cool kids at Grit coffee!! Grit coffee isn't your typical neighborhood coffee shop, this place has a little swagger. The interior is clean and artsy. The employees are nice and the coffee is good. read more

Grit Coffee - two brown leather chairs and a coffee table - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Possibly the worst coffee I've had in Richmond. Customer service and even the shop itself is great , not sure what brand of beans they're using but it's genuinely terrible. Once that's fixed the place would be solid. read more

This is really good coffee! Coffee connoisseurs will appreciate the smooth espresso in the cortada and hi-five.

I live in the San Francisco Bay area and LOVE good espresso. I was excited to stumble upon Grit Coffee on Sunday before heading out of town. Grit Coffe is a great place with dining indoors and outside. The interior is clean and airy and has an industrial kind of vibe. I ordered a cortado with whole milk. I was so blown away by how good the coffee was that I got out of my car, went back in and ordered a 2lb bag of coffee ground to espresso. Apparently Grief coffee was started in Charlottesville where they have a handful of coffee shops but this is their first one in the Richmond area. If you love good espresso, you should definitely check out Grit Coffee! read more

The High Five is my favorite coffee drink in Richmond. I frequently visit from Northside for my fix. Check this place out if you haven't!

A really cute coffee shop in West End! The staff was really friendly and they had some very creative seasonal drinks. Everything was great, maybe a tad on the sweeter side than I personally like, but I would definitely return if I was in the area! read more

This place was terrible, which was really sad because the ambience and decor was nice and so is the branding! Anyway, the hot chocolate tasted like if someone spit one teaspoon of hersheys syrup into warm water. The macchiato tasted like an ashtray. The barista didn't seem to be very thrilled about doing her job so maybe that is why everything other than the maple latte tasted good, but then again, the maple latte tasted like warm sugar milk so how can you really go wrong there. Will not be back. read more

Grit was so cute inside and the coffee was delicious. I got a vanilla matcha latte which was alright, I wish it was a little less clumpy but the service was very quick. My dad got the blackberry fog and it was absolutely delicious, not too sweet but super refreshing for the summer! read more

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Favorite coffee in Richmond! Great place to meet up or take a few minutes to return some emails! read more

Absolute worst!!!! Oat latte I have ever had. Barista was in such a rush she made it in under a minute, still cold. I paid almost $8 for it too. This is the second time this barista in particular has served me something I would consider undrinkable. And then I went back to ask if she could remake it and she was upset and slamming things around, and it was worse than before! Someone needs to teach her how to properly steam a latte. I've never even written a Yelp review but this was crazy. $8 wasted and awful experience. Will never return read more

Grit coffee is a really cute, sweet little cafe. I stopped in quickly to grab an iced coffee while I was roaming around Libbie and Grove. I ordered an iced coffee with a pump of sugar free vanilla syrup and almond milk. I'm not a coffee connoisseur by any means, but I thought it was great and the barista was as nice as he could be. I will definitely go back. The location is so nice and I hope they succeed! read more

If you're looking for a cute, small coffee shop, this is the one for you! Within 5 minutes of ordering, my husband and I had our coffees. The baristas were wonderful and the seasonal menu was awesome! read more

I just came here to write a review about the online customer service. I had a mix-up with my order and emailed customer service about it. I received a response from Seth, who was very gracious and understanding. He responded promptly and resolved the issue (which to be honest was my fault in the first place). I will definitely order coffee from Grit again in the future. read more

Cute coffee shop across the street from Libbie Market. The pour over coffee was delicious but a bit warm for our taste. The service was impeccable and so friendly. Overall a cute place with a variety of coffees and teas to try read more

Excelent coffee and service, a few bakery things good space for seating inside and outside.

Ice vanilla latte was soooo good! They actually mixed it in a shaker to stir everything up, the coffee beans were really good, and they used monin syrup which is always good :) only complaint was it was a bit expensive but it was a really cute place and worth it! read more

Probably the best coffee I've had since moving to RVA. Found it on a walk and now it's our go to spot.