The Best Breakfast Restaurants in Richmond

Richmond, the capital of Virginia, shines as one of the jewels of the American south. The vibrant city has a rich history, blossoming cultural scene, and exciting culinary atmosphere. The best breakfast in Richmond plays an integral part, delivering hearty meals of Southern-style classics. But where do Richmond's smartest, savviest diners head to when looking for a meal to start the day? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. Here, we've gathered information from in-the-know diners to put together a list of the Best Breakfast in Richmond. From local diners cooking down-home favorites to upscale downtown spots with creative fusion foods, the Best Breakfast in Richmond has something for everyone. Grab a table and start the day off right!

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12 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	The Boathouse at City Point, The Boathouse at Sunday Park, Helen's in Richmond, VA…
Price Range:	$$ - $$
Cuisines:	Seafood, Contemporary American…
Neighborhoods:	Richmond, Midlothian…

The Boathouse at City Point

$$$$

Seafood

Richmond

4.3

2078 reviews

The Boathouse is a relaxed restaurant and event space. It features prime seafood, a welcoming atmosphere, and some of the best breakfast in Richmond. Stop in and enjoy the exceptional views and upscale charm at the Sunday brunch dinner, with a menu full of brunch favorites. The Boathouse "eye-openers" provide a jolt to start the day. Go for the "lobstah bloody," a traditional Bloody Mary drink with the meat of a whole Maine lobster. Pair those drinks with some of the Boathouse's roasted oysters. These include oysters Rockefeller, oyster casino, or a "Green Goddess" roasted oysters. For a Southern specialty, try the Southern custard bread pudding French toast. It comes with cinnamon-bourbon peaches and whipped cream.

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The Boathouse at Sunday Park

$$$$

Seafood

Midlothian

4.4

3787 reviews

The Boathouse at Sunday Park features some of the best breakfast in Richmond alongside incredible views. Grab a seat and some breakfast and enjoy the striking lookout on the water alongside the classic Southern fare. Brunch specialties on Sunday feature Southern favorites like shrimp and grits and eggs diablos. There is also a Boathouse Benedict with Canadian bacon, hollandaise, asparagus, and home fries. Brunch diners can also grab the Chesapeake omelet, featuring crab meat, country ham, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese.

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Helen's in Richmond, VA

$$$$

Contemporary American

Richmond

4.8

568 reviews

This local favorite has been an institution in Richmond for decades. A warm and welcoming restaurant, Helen's features Southern fare and its superb Saturday and Sunday brunch menu. Diners on the weekend can enjoy a chicken biscuit sandwich with sharp white cheddar, bacon, and black pepper honey. For a modern taste, try avocado toast with olive oil, salt and pepper, tomato, and wheat toast. The "classics" menu includes braised corn beef hash, steak and eggs, shrimp and grits, pancakes, and biscuits with sausage gravy. Grab one of Helen's famous Irish coffees to go alongside brunch.

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Tarrant's Downtown

$$$$

American

Richmond

4.5

3003 reviews

A former pharmacy is the location for this acclaimed Southern cafe on Broad Street in the heart of Richmond. Tarrant's features some of the best breakfast in Richmond, with a creative menu of Southern-style classics. The cheesy stone-ground grits with fried eggs, sausage, bacon, and broccoli is a standout. Another highlight is French toast Foster dipped in cinnamon-egg batter, grilled, and covered with fruit. The seafood crepes with shrimp, crab, and scallops come topped with Mornay sauce and served with a side of fruit.

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Millie's

$$$$

Contemporary American

Richmond

4.7

775 reviews

One of the most intriguing spots in the city, this diner-style local favorite offers up some of the best breakfast in Richmond. Full of classic diner-style, memorabilia, and flair, Millie's is a brunch-worthy spot with an eclectic menu. The "Mess"-es are a must-get at Millie's. These egg dishes come with packed with flavorful Southern ingredients. Try the "Devil's Mess," an open-faced omelet with spicy sausage, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and mild curry with white cheddar. There's also the "Castro's Mess," with Cuban spiced pork, onions, black beans, and crispy tortilla strips. The brunch sandwiches are also standout. Go for the grilled chipotle marinated chicken sandwich on a Kaiser roll, or the smoked, cured BLT.

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Stella's - Richmond

$$$$

Greek

Richmond

4.8

2507 reviews

This Greek spot in the heart of Richmond features some of the city's most creative brunch and breakfast dishes. Head into this stylish spot on Sundays for Greek-inspired takes on brunch favorites, like the "Lafayette." This dish features phyllo cups with poached eggs, sausage, and manouri cheese topped with vegetables and sundried tomato hollandaise. The Athens-authentic stirifi spanakopita with poached eggs comes Greek spiral style and topped with poached eggs. Don't miss the lamb skillet, with roast leg of lamb, sauteed onions, and potato topped with fried eggs.

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Metzger Bar and Butchery

$$$$

Contemporary German

Richmond

4.6

965 reviews

The upscale and authentic Metzger Bar and Butchery in the Union Hill neighborhood is the place to go in Richmond for authentic German food. Their acclaimed brunch menu delivers a Deutschland-inspired twist on American brunch favorites. Go for the Fuhstruck Brett, with charcuterie and cheese along with a pretzel roll, soft egg, fruit, and mustard. A pastrami sandwich features dill mayo, pickled peppers, and a pretzel roll alongside hand-cut fries. There is also the creative "Pretzel Benedict," with speck, kale, mustard beer cheese, and a soft egg. Pair your brunch selection with an imported German beer for the full experience.

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The Hard Shell - Downtown

$$$$

Seafood

Richmond

4.7

1562 reviews

One of the best seafood restaurants in Richmond, The Hard Shell is a sleek and upscale restaurant perfect for an excellent brunch meal. Pick from the raw bar for a seafood start to Saturdays and Sundays. The raw bar features Chesapeake, Big Island, and Chincoteague oysters and much more. There are also several seafood sandwich specials. These include the blackened tuna sandwich with pickled carrots, radishes, and cilantro. For a special brunch entree, try the fish tacos with fried grouper, pickled red cabbage, pickled pineapple, and jalapeno.

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East Coast Provisions

$$$$

Seafood

Richmond

4.6

1592 reviews

A comfortable, upscale seafood bistro, East Coast Provisions offers some of the best breakfast in Richmond. Stop in on the weekend for the restaurant's acclaimed brunch. It features some modern twists on classic Southern comfort food. Try the "morning basket" for pastry brunch meal, with blueberry muffins, sweet potato biscuits, and honey butter. For some of the restaurant's celebrated seafood, go for the crispy fried Virginia oysters with grilled corn.

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LuLu's

$$$$

American

Richmond

4.6

2021 reviews

A trendy, industrial-style spot in the city's Shockhoe Bottom neighborhood, LuLul's is a brunch-forward restaurant with a creative menu of breakfast favorites. The house-made Bloody Mary is a must-get. Try the "Bacon Bloody Mary" with a bacon stir stick, or the "Bloody Maria" made with tequila. The brunch menu's highlights include a fried chicken and red velvet waffle made with chicken breast, sausage gravy and two eggs. An Atlantic omelette comes with lobster, crab meat, cheddar, and hollandaise sauce. For a seafood taste of the south, go for the shrimp and stone-milled pimento grits with poached eggs, grilled asparagus, and ranchero sauce.

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The Daily Kitchen and Bar - Short Pump

$$$$

Contemporary American

Henrico

4.5

673 reviews

The Daily is an American bistro and restaurant with a focus on local Virginia and Chesapeake produce, fish, and meat. Head out to nearby Henrico to The Daily's "Short Pump" location for an extensive and varied brunch menu. Try some of the daily brunch pizza specials, like the mushroom and kale, "Fig & Pig," and barbecue chicken pies. There's also a health-forward "Power Breakfast." It boasts scrambled egg whites, chicken sausage, buckwheat pancakes, and berries.

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Hondos

$$$$

Steakhouse

Glen Allen

4.6

2664 reviews

This prime steakhouse in nearby Glens Falls also serves up some of the best breakfast in Richmond. Head out to the upscale Innsbrook Shoppes and dine at Hondos before a day spent shopping. Brunch favorites at the Hondos brunch include hickory bacon and traditional seafood Newberg. Hondos also features a carving station with prime rib and an omelette and egg station with all the fixings.

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