Benedict’s RVA guidebook
Food scene
Food & Wine Magazine best bread in Virginia! I agree that the bread is delicious, but Sub Rosa also has incredible wood-fired pastries. Just a 10 minute walk away!
130 locals recommend
Sub Rosa Bakery
620 N 25th StFood & Wine Magazine best bread in Virginia! I agree that the bread is delicious, but Sub Rosa also has incredible wood-fired pastries. Just a 10 minute walk away!
Hardywood is the brewery that launched the scene in RVA, and it continues to produce classics like the Richmond Lager along with innovative new releases.
123 locals recommend
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
2410 Ownby LnHardywood is the brewery that launched the scene in RVA, and it continues to produce classics like the Richmond Lager along with innovative new releases.
Great Cuban food with fun vibes! Located in the historic fan area, and near VCU.
99 locals recommend
Kuba Kuba
1601 Park AveGreat Cuban food with fun vibes! Located in the historic fan area, and near VCU.
Famous for breakfast, this Diner is no frills and all delicious platters of breakfast staples with a (often spicy) twist. They don't take reservations, but they do have a patio where you can enjoy a drink while you wait for a table.
80 locals recommend
Millie's Diner
2603 E Main StFamous for breakfast, this Diner is no frills and all delicious platters of breakfast staples with a (often spicy) twist. They don't take reservations, but they do have a patio where you can enjoy a drink while you wait for a table.
Sightseeing
This is a lovely park with the best view of the city. In fact, legend has it that this is the view that names the city because it reminded settlers of the view of Richmond on Thames, in England.
115 locals recommend
Libby Hill Park
2801 E Franklin StThis is a lovely park with the best view of the city. In fact, legend has it that this is the view that names the city because it reminded settlers of the view of Richmond on Thames, in England.
Neighborhoods
Church hill has many hidden gems, such as JJ's Makery, the Hill Cafe, and Cobra burger. It also boasts lovely historic architecture, expansive parks, and many views over the James River and the city.
64 locals recommend
Church Hill
Church hill has many hidden gems, such as JJ's Makery, the Hill Cafe, and Cobra burger. It also boasts lovely historic architecture, expansive parks, and many views over the James River and the city.
I can't keep track of the numerous breweries, restaurants, and arcade bars popping up in Scott's additions, but I can guarantee you will find several that will give you a fun time! My personal favorites are Circuit, Ardent Ales, and Brambly Park. The best part? They're all walking distance to each other so it's easy to hop around, and they're only 10 minutes away!
89 locals recommend
Scott's Addition Historic District
I can't keep track of the numerous breweries, restaurants, and arcade bars popping up in Scott's additions, but I can guarantee you will find several that will give you a fun time! My personal favorites are Circuit, Ardent Ales, and Brambly Park. The best part? They're all walking distance to each other so it's easy to hop around, and they're only 10 minutes away!
RVA Outdoors
Belle Isle is James River central. This park has walking trails, mountain biking trails, and even rock climbing walls. On warmer days, you can lay out on the rocks and watch paddlers go by on the rapids, and take a dip in the river yourself when you need to cool off!
276 locals recommend
Belle Isle
1 Belle IsleBelle Isle is James River central. This park has walking trails, mountain biking trails, and even rock climbing walls. On warmer days, you can lay out on the rocks and watch paddlers go by on the rapids, and take a dip in the river yourself when you need to cool off!