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Roastology
2701 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23220, United States
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ju
Review №1

Visiting the area and needed a bit of a morning pick me up. This place has plenty of seating indoor and outdoors. Plenty of natural light feed into the building with garage door glass windows. Greenery and natural wood decor make for a great feel. The large outdoor patio area was dog friendly and plenty of room to sprawl especially if one was to bring their own chairs or picnic blanket. The inside had room for solo adventurers with a large L shaped bar perfect for work or just keeping to yourself. Some room for larger parties but definitely a cozy feeling and the staff were friendly as well. It was a bit busy the day we came in and the wait can extend out a bit but all in all nothing horrible. Group favorites included the iced mocha infused with lavender, build your own breakfast sandwich options, and nitro coffee.

He
Review №2

This is a beautiful coffee spot and roasterie with little to be improved on. Its set up to be very accessible with indoor and outdoor seating. Indoors, you gave the option of a bar, large conference style table, smaller tables, padded chairs, or couch. The drinks are excellent and the staff is friendly. The vibe is warm and cozy while still being very intentional and uncluttered with plenty of natural light. My only suggestion for improvement would be for them to be open past 5.

Ma
Review №3

Best espresso we’ve had in Richmond! Traveled in town for a wedding and went to several coffee shops. From the first glimpses of the roaster to the grinder, you can tell that this place cares about their coffee. You won’t be disappointed. My husband and I tried the pippin and an iced latte. We loved them both.Not coffee related, but the bathrooms were great too! Really appreciated the cleanliness.

Lo
Review №4

Have come here a few times and the coffee and food are always great. Last two times, service has been really slow. Totally understand staff is short and not at all a fault of theirs, but just something to be mindful of if going in during a busy time and ordering food. Wait was about 35 to 40 minutes. Will definitely be back, though!

Jo
Review №5

Decent drink and disappointing blueberry muffin. After biting into it twice, I began to wonder if there were blueberries and kept being thrown off by how dry it was. Not worth the price. The Chai Latte was decent. I give the place 3 stars because they are doing their best. Cool building, but you can’t go in.

El
Review №6

Best coffee in RVA. Always consistent. The atmosphere is great. I enjoy working here or just chilling in the morning.

Am
Review №7

New favorite coffee shop in RVA. Great atmosphere, tasty coffee and friendly staff. Milk alternatives at no additional cost is a wonderful bonus 😊. Thank you !

Qu
Review №8

Nice coffee shop, often very busy. Cant speak to the coffees quality but the food is usually good. Nice atmosphere.

Ir
Review №9

This coffee shop is amazing! I love trying new coffe drinks and this place did amazing! The drinks did not taste like regular syrups, the banana drink had actually bananas!! Whenever im driving by the area I will go back!

Je
Review №10

Amazing coffee shop. Excellent atmosphere, customer service, and drinks. This coffee shop is far less pretentious than *others* in the area and has a much friendlier vibe. I asked the cashier if they had any child friendly drinks for my toddler. They made him a chocolate milk and only charged me the price of a small coffee! Very kind. Excellent customer service. And their cold brew is my favorite.

Bl
Review №11

The staff was wonderful, nice, polite, and patient when ordering. The outdoor seating was clean. Their drinks were full of flavor. I really appreciate that they had dairy free alternatives for their drinks.

kr
Review №12

Got an espresso and tanzanian drip. Great coffee and a fair price. Wait time was not long; went around noon on a Saturday. Nice outdoor seating too.

Ka
Review №13

Bought coffee beans. Always appreciate quality and freshness. However, its the pits to stand in a very long line behind people ordering complicated drinks when all I need is to pay.

Je
Review №14

I go out of my way to get coffee here, its that good! Be it an iced coffee, a hot latte or a spiced up cortado - Im always delighted. Ive also purchased whole beans and they make for an awesome cup of French press at home. Thank you Roastology!!

Ad
Review №15

Amazing coffee and roasted beans! Took a bag home to have a taste of Richmond in the morning. This will be a go-to when we move into the area, for sure!

Ca
Review №16

The food orders take forever and the staff is not very transparent at checkout. I was told 15-20 min for an order, just to be told it would be 20-25 minutes more after 20 minutes because they were pretty backed up. The place is nice and food/coffee is good, but I think the service could improve.

Br
Review №17

I ordered the Hummingbird latte, didn’t like it. I asked if I could get a different drink and the barista told me if I wanted to order another drink, I would have to pay half price for it. Most coffee shops will make you a new drink no problem. Roastology is not one of those places. If you’re wanting to get out of your comfort zone and try something new, you can’t rely on the certainty that this coffee shop will be open to you ordering a new drink if you don’t like it. There are more coffee shops in Richmond!!

Ju
Review №18

This place is amazing. The staff are very knowledgeable. They sell nice merch. The ambiance is great. It looks like the building used to be an auto shop. I also love that they sell coffee bags

Ka
Review №19

It’s been a really long time since I hated being somewhere this much wowWhy are the lamps from pottery barnWhy does the couch look like it costs more than my rentAnd yet I had to stack 2 floppy plastic knives together in order to be able to schmear the half portion of hard cream cheese onto my very dunkin donuts bagelThe staff are very polite but I hate this place so so so so so much

K
Review №20

Delicious beverages, friendly and efficient service. Spacious interior, outdoor seating. Street parking only (parking lot turned into outdoor seating area)

Ro
Review №21

Nice place with a very chill vibe, coffee there is amazing. I got a bagel and that was really good, their presentation is also excellent. They also have it set up for proper social distancing. Would definitely recommend this place.

Ha
Review №22

Delicious coffee, awesome outdoor patio seating, and friendly staff!

Ja
Review №23

Today was my second time visiting and I had a great experience both times. The food is fresh and tasty, the portions are sizable for the price. The coffee is fresh and you can tell in the taste. The shop is of course very aesthetically pleasing, and service is relatively quick. Definitely a must try in the Richmond area!

vc
Review №24

Good people. Great selection of roasts. I get my coffee ground weekly from them for cold brew. Kenya Peaberry is 🔥.

Jo
Review №25

Everything youd expect from an urban cafe, with surprisingly excellent food option that dont skimp on portions.

Se
Review №26

Their coffee is some of the best Ive had in Richmond, and their food is amazing too. Their gluten free and vegan options are awesome, and dont even taste like an imitation. I cant wait for the pandemic to recede because Im planning on spending some time working there, as the ambience is great too! Definitely recommend!

Go
Review №27

Friendly staff, great coffee selection, what more do you want?A great option if you want to try something new, similar to Rostov’s in selections.

It
Review №28

Lovely coffee, great atmosphere, lack of seating BUT its okay....5/5!

Ka
Review №29

Drinks are the best in Richmond! But beware if youre coming here to do work the WIFI is not reliable.

Cl
Review №30

Coffee is strong and flavorful! And their setup is good too, very well thought-out. Takeout, if you order ahead, is a snap. Very efficient to pickup and go!

T'
Review №31

Nice vibes, friendly staff, and even better coffee! This was my first time and it was easy to find being right on the corner with great mix of sun and shade. I will definitely be back soon for another midday chill with friends.

Wr
Review №32

Most creative drinks, different brewing methods, great food/pastries. Worth the wait when they are busy.

st
Review №33

The Banh Mi was easily the laziest Ive ever had. No cilantro and meat tasted way pre-cooked. Just very bland and everything a Bahn Mi should not taste like.

Lu
Review №34

Great coffee & breakfast sandwiches!! Prices are so reasonable compared to other coffee spots in town, plus the quality is great. I really enjoyed the outdoor space & walk-up window. Definitely a new favorite!

Tr
Review №35

The baristas are always so nice, the interior is beautiful, and the coffee consistently good. Yummy, vegan friendly food as well.

Je
Review №36

Really good customer service. It was a stressful morning for us and this was our third place trying to get breakfast on a busy holiday. I requested a half sweet Chai and the girl at the counter explained their process for making Chai tea and how it wasnt as sweet as most places etc...but that if I got it and it was still too sweet to let her know. She just seemed unusually sincere in her effort to make me the perfect Chai tea 😂 It went a long way considering how busy they were. She also gave me a heads up about a long wait for breakfast so I got muffins instead and everything came out quick. She handed me the muffins and checked if I needed a bag also. Great experience and I cant wait to try more here on a less busy day in RVA!

Ca
Review №37

Amazing matcha, breakfast sandwiches and vibe! The only thing I wish was that it was closer to home!

Gr
Review №38

Delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches

Je
Review №39

While the coffee was good, the angry themed mask messaging was a total turn off. Post mask mandate choices are theirs, I 100% agree with that right. Unprofessional, negative and stand-offish messaging isn’t necessary. Positive messaging goes a longer way. Won’t be back.

Go
Review №40

Over priced under delivered. This is a pretentious place that doesn’t deliver what it promises. Coffee is not hot when presented.

BR
Review №41

Fantastic pastries, drinks, and baristas! Every time Im there Grace and Jacklyn are super patient with me even though I take forever to make up my mind(so are the rest of the baristas I just know I mainly bug these two).

J
Review №42

On our first trip here, we really liked the ambience inside. It’s a good set up with very nice staff hustling with a constant stream of customers at 8:30 am. The four tables with umbrellas in the converted parking lot were full but we were able to snag one while we waited about 10 minutes for food. The unsweetened green tea was green AF and watering it down didn’t really help so I think next time I’ll try the black. The coffee was really good. The breakfast sandwich on a jalapeño cheddar muffin was gigantic and good. The Ether was advertised as a grilled cheese sandwich which came with maybe a pound of delicious bacon cooked in various stages of doneness from rare to well done. We couldn’t see it at first but found the generous amount of delicious, unmelted Gouda in a warm mass under the tasty tomato and were able to spread it out and remove some bacon to make the sandwich an easily edible size. The bottom piece of bread seemed somewhat toasted, maybe on a panini press. We would have preferred it to be a little more grilled-cheesy and cohesive but it was definitely edible and guessed that it had so much bacon and cheese because we ordered it without egg. We brought home two half sandwiches to eat for lunch. We will be back and will probably give the Ether another shot, blood pressure and cholesterol be damned. (Pandemic note: it was open inside as well)

Di
Review №43

This place is super friendly and they make super delicious vegan goods. Except both times that Ive taken them away theyve kind of gotten destroyed in the box Ive been handed... The icing kind of slipped off the cake and melted all over the box for some reason probably before I even got it. It was still delicious it just didnt look very nice. The coffee was intact and also delicious.

F.
Review №44

Good-looking building that apparently was an MG car dealership back in the day, right on Cary Street. Tasty lattes available in 16-oz size for a reasonable price. Delicious, gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Im a big fan.

Wa
Review №45

Nice staff, nice atmosphere, surprisingly comfortable outside chairs

Mi
Review №46

Good coffee, lots of different milk options and fun and unique pastries. Large outdoor seating area with a walk-up window. The muffins are fantastic as are the sandwiches. Unfortunately, I always have to wait like 30 minutes for my coffee and i’ve had my order wrong more than right.

Ti
Review №47

Really nice vibe, good prices very decent coffee

Jo
Review №48

Best nitro I’ve had in Richmond. Lovely outdoor seating. Pet friendly.

Ri
Review №49

Highly recommend. Best iced coffee Ive ever had. Incredible coffees incredible varieties of types. Great varieties of teas. Best (only) kale smoothie Ive ever had. Fantastic sandwiches. Coffee makers know what theyre doing. Please visit and keep em in business. A piece of Carytown and Austin in Midlothian!

Ke
Review №50

Twice now Ive tried to get a chai latte and it tastes like coffee. Some people really dislike the taste of coffee and that might be why they order a non coffee drink! The food is fine and they have vegan options

Ke
Review №51

Love the build your own breakfast sandwich.

Ch
Review №52

Excellent coffee shop built out from an old car repair shop. Has there own in house roastery. Lots of places to sit to work on the computer. The bonus is a nice sofa with two comfy chairs in front of a warm fireplace.

Je
Review №53

Good espresso, friendly service, and a chill atmosphere. Everyone who can walk here should!

Ro
Review №54

Coworkers were bragging about this place having “real coffee” so I figured I’d try it out. Very good coffee & pastries indeed! But they will be relocating Nov 13 2019

Au
Review №55

Just east of Carytown on West Cary Street is a coffee shop in an old warehouse. Painted black, the building is trendy. My house went during the pandemic and its entirely outdoor. Keeping a safe distance, you order from a protected window. Within minutes your drink will appear at a different pick-up window. There are a few tables safely distant from each other outside with heaters.I ordered a latte and it was one of the best I had in Richmond. It was well brewed and creamy and needed very little sugar to appease my sweet tooth. My housemate enjoyed a solid cortado.If youre into good coffee, go to Roastology!

Ka
Review №56

This is my go to coffee place, the coffee/espresso is nice and smooth, never acidic. Theyve been taking covid seriously. Whoever designed their online ordering site was a saint, its probably the best local online ordering Ive seen during this whole mess. The indoors was beautiful when it was open. My only warning is the wait time is a little longer than suggested, especially if you order food, so just plan around that.

ch
Review №57

Coffee was good. Service was fine, barista was quick and friendly. Egg and cheese sammy left a bit to be desired.

Am
Review №58

The absolute best coffee I have gotten in Richmond

An
Review №59

The coffee is good and so are the baked goods, but the high-pitched bell on the door can go to hell.

Ka
Review №60

Two stars because the service was great, but my fiance and I both got 16oz lattes and we couldnt even taste coffee in them. Mine (a regular latte) tasted like hot milk and his (the seasonal yam latte) tasted like theyd blended a whole unseasoned baked sweet potato into a cup. Next time Id get a cappuccino or macchiato to see if the espresso is any good.

Je
Review №61

Great coffee and staff with the best price for top shelf coffee in town

So
Review №62

Delicious coffee and cake!

Je
Review №63

1st time in... very good!

Jo
Review №64

Great coffee and food. Wish they had more outdoor seating.

la
Review №65

By far my favorite coffee shop in all of Virginia! I love the little corner set up for kids... My kids love to sit in there & play while I have coffee. Their chamomile honey latte is the stuff dreams are made of. Seriously. We also love to grab a bag of beans when we stop by... They make such amazing espresso at home! We love Adbibo!

Am
Review №66

A local staple. I love ordering the matcha lattes, it is perfect every time!

Ri
Review №67

Great coffee. Cool hidden spot. Well lit by natural light. Food is good too

La
Review №68

These guys are doing everything right, even during a pandemic. Great coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Well-spaced outdoor seating. Friendly and safety-conscious staff. Order online to pickup when you arrive.

Ma
Review №69

Nice folks. Had a great cappuccino and ginger scone. Thank you for enforcing sensible COVID protocol.

Gl
Review №70

Love this place! Iced caramel latte is my fave so far. They also have great breakfast/bruch/lunch options. Pet friendly patio.

Ma
Review №71

Great coffee, but they only have outdoor seating available... So its definitely not dine in. When I was here, they only had four outdoor picnic tables.

Je
Review №72

Im convinced that Roastology has some of the best roasts in there city. Their staff is also super friendly, and theyre doing an excellent job of creating a safe environment. Theres plenty of parking nearby and the online ordering experience is simple. Happy to support a local business!

An
Review №73

We are in love with Roastology! We’ve only gotten coffee before which is always delicious and super caffeinated, but today I got some more coffee concoctions for my kids and food as well. The breakfast sandwich is amazing!!! I have to say that for customer service, Roastology is my favorite. Everyone who works there is so nice and I couldn’t be happier that we finally have such a welcoming and incredible place to help us wake up each morning!

Ja
Review №74

Love their drinks and food, staff is always super kind.

Sh
Review №75

Interesting coffee shop, very good coffee and knowledgeable, friendly staff.

Kr
Review №76

Loved their nitro cold brew and the staff were so chipper and kind!

j
Review №77

Love this place! Easy ordering and the coffee is very good. Nice walk from Cary Street.

Ro
Review №78

Fresh roasted beans make the difference !!! ... is anybody else even close ???

Ch
Review №79

Great affordable sandwiches and delicious pastries! Spacious outdoor seating.

Al
Review №80

This coffee shop is probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing places Ive been in Richmond. I had a latte and it was very good. The foam was perfect, but the only thing I would change is maybe a darker roast (but thats just my taste preference). All in all, the place was wonderful and I hope to come again and spend a longer time.

Em
Review №81

Very very nice coffee, great sandwich :)

Ma
Review №82

From vegan desserts to sandwiches, this place is one of my favorites. Their coffee is really good too, the atmosphere is amazing, and the people are friendly.

Jo
Review №83

Great iced mocha and fantastic biscuits.

As
Review №84

Went to get a breakfast sandwich and a coffee. Had a horrible experience. They never called my name when it was ready so when I got it it was cold, they forgot my water. Ordered a large coffee with vanilla and got a small with no vanilla. I wanted a regular biscuit and got a jalapeno cheddar biscut. Overall a horrible experience. 2 stars because it was a nice sized sandwich

Tr
Review №85

Delicious brews and the breakfast sandwich was tasty. Service was efficient.

Br
Review №86

Quickly becoming my favorite coffee shop in Richmond. Talented roasters, equally talented baristas, a great aesthetic, and an overall pleasant demeanor from everyone here makes for a perfect coffee experience.

Lu
Review №87

Love the jalapeno cheddar biscuit. Best quick breakfast in the fan, in my opinion.

Je
Review №88

Good coffee. Fast service. Ample amount of seating

Mo
Review №89

Great coffee and food! I appreciate the GF&V options and love the outdoor seating area.

Cr
Review №90

Decent coffee, not as good as other local rosters, bad location.

La
Review №91

While I dont drink coffee myself, everyone in my family love their coffee! There bags of coffee make great Christmas gifts!

Ro
Review №92

I didnt think this area needed another coffee shop, but Roastology proved my wrong from the start. Easy online ordering, great beans and cold brew drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and friendly staff. My new go to shop.

Be
Review №93

Ive only taken out, but their cold brew is pretty decent!

Sh
Review №94

Crazy good coffee roasters. Im s fan of lighter ethiopian beans, and they delivery some really great single origin roasts. Try the yama!

Ra
Review №95

(09/03/2020). They are offering Outdoor seating only, and are usually free in the afternoon, except Friday & weekend. Very helpful on the phone.

Pa
Review №96

Great service with a TON of tea and coffee options. And if you don’t know which to get, the baristas definitely recommend some good ones

Jo
Review №97

Nice spot. They have a good coffee selection and limited food menu. Veggie/Vegan friendly.Also they are doing right with Covid precautions.

Si
Review №98

The new location is open which is a great spot. Plenty of seating yet spread out enough so you would never feel crowded. Amazing environment, this is a great place to bring your laptop or to have a casual meeting. The coffee is on par with the best, and its priced cheaper than other local options and Starbucks. This would definitely be a 5 start coffee shop (maybe even one of the best in Richmond) if it werent for one massive downside; Their hours. Roastology closes up shop every day of the week at 5pm. Id love to try their food because it looked delicious, but sadly I dont know the next time Id be able to take off work early enough to come. Overall though, I was very happy with my experience. With better business hours and maybe a little more advertising, I could see Roastology even competing with places like Crossroads or Lamplighter.

Ka
Review №99

Good coffee and cool options for specialty seasonal drinks!

Ro
Review №100

Just off Carytown, this converted corner garage offers some excellent coffees in a casual atmosphere. Many varieties of beans available and the pastries are moist and delicious. Greeted with a smile and answered all of our questions happily with zero sense of snark sometimes associated with coffee shops. Great place to fuel up or relax after shopping!

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  • Address:2701 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23220, United States
  • Site:http://roastologycoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 804-918-6486
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee store
  • Tea store
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–5PM
  • Thursday:7AM–5PM
  • Friday:7AM–5PM
  • Saturday:8AM–3PM
  • Sunday:7AM–5PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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