Who’s hungry? 🥞

30+ great brunch restaurants to try in Richmond

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Make brunchin’ easy with our guide. | Photo by @sonyasfoodforthought
In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy but it’s necessary. Whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs, fried chicken and waffles or mind-blowing bloody marys, we’re here to help you out.

We listed a whole bunch of brunch options (32 total), along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em.

Note: All times listed are brunch-only.

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The Benny Goodman at Perly’s.

Weekend musts 🍳

Millie’s Diner, 2603 E. Main St. | Wednesday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | $$ | The signature messes are three-egg frittatas with tons of toppings.

Perly’s, 111 E. Grace St. | Wednesday-Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | $$ | Try this: The Benny Goodman is two potato latkes topped with smoked salmon, poached eggs, dill hollandaise, and salmon roe.

SB’s Love Shack, multiple locations | Hours vary | $$ | Enjoy the most creative brunch in Richmond at the Lakeside or Fan locations.

For the fam 🥓

Dot’s Back Inn, 4030 MacArthur Ave. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | $ | Kids can get a smaller order of pancakes or French toast with bacon, ham, or sausage.

The Continental Manchester, 609 Hull St. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | $$ | Build a breakfast of champions or try creative favorites like the maple sausage corn dogs or stuffed mushroom benedict.

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Refreshing yogurt and toppings at Boychiks Deli.

Photo by @twinhickseats

Quick and easy 🍓

Station 2, 2025 E. Main St. | Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | $$ | Try this: The Cure burger with cheddar, hash browns, bacon, and sausage gravy on Texas toast.

Boychik’s Deli, 4024 Cox Rd. B | Saturday-Sunday, all day | $ | Get a great deal with breakfast sandwiches for under $5.

Mimosa moment 🍊

Moore Street Cafe, 2904 W. Moore St. | Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | $ | Try a personal pitcher Moore-Mosa, which comes in 10 different flavors.

Sidewalk Cafe, 2101 W. Main St. | Saturday-Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | $ | Mimosa pitchers are $11.

Casa Fiesta, 1218 E. Cary St. | Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | $ | Enjoy Mexican favorites and $1 mimosas.

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What’s your brunch beverage of choice?

A. Gimme that mimosa
B. A bloody mary is where it’s at
C. Coffee, and keep it coming
D. Tea for me
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Monday, Jan. 9
  • Free Admission to the Garden | Monday, Jan. 9-Sunday, Jan. 15 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond | Free | Explore the botanical wonderland at no cost this week.
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Thursday, Jan. 12
  • World War II: Voices of Propaganda | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 2-3 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to this Virginia War Memorial event and learn about three radio propagandists during World War II.
  • The Chisel | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 6 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St., Richmond | $20 | The London-based band will play with End It, Buried Dreams, Raw Brigade, and Tempter.

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Sports
  • The boy’s basketball team at John Marshall High School was named the top team in the nation by MaxPreps last week. The honor came after the Justices’ 10-0 start to the season and victory in the American Bracket of the Chick-fil-A Classic tournament at the end of December. 🏀 (ABC8 News)
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Biz
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Kids
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Celebrate 100 years of The Poe Museum

The entrance to the Poe Museum in Shockoe Bottom.
The museum is located on Main Street in Shockoe Bottom. | Photo by The Poe Museum
The Poe Museum is hosting several events the weekend of January 21-23 to celebrate its 100-year anniversary. Here’s a quick rundown of the festivities.

🥂 Birthday Bash Day 1 | Saturday, Jan. 21 | 4-10 p.m. | The Poe Museum | Get tickets | Join the party with live music, drinks from Bryant’s Cider and Garden Grove Brewing, food from TBT El Gallo, performances, and an author talk.

🪶 Birthday Bash Day 2 | Sunday, Jan. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Poe Museum | Get tickets | Bring the family for a magic show, scavenger hunts, and coloring activities under a heated tent in the Enchanted Garden.

📚 Centennial Celebration | Monday, Jan. 23 | 7 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center | Get tickets | The party wraps up with a discussion between renowned authors R.L. Stine and Nnedi Okorafor.
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