The best cafes in Richmond

3 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Corner Bakery

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Casual, counter-serve cafe chain offering a standard menu of sandwiches, pasta & pastries.

11000 W Broad St (Glen Allen)

“Casual, counter-serve cafe chain offering a standard menu of sandwiches, pasta & pastries.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

10390 Ridgefield Pkwy

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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The Purrfect Bean

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The Purrfect Bean pairs crafted coffee with a cozy cat lounge you can reserve when you need a furry serotonin boost. Prefer people-watching…

214 N Lombardy St · ✓ checked Jul 31

“The Purrfect Bean pairs crafted coffee with a cozy cat lounge you can reserve when you need a furry serotonin boost. Prefer people-watching to whisker-watching? Just swing in for a tasty drink, then come back when you’re ready to sip with purring co-workers.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 7, 2026

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