Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Richmond

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October 1, 2025
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Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Richmond

The word brunch first appeared in a 1895 issue of "Hunter's Weekly," according to the Smithsonian Magazine. In the article, which was titled "Brunch: A Plea," author Guy Beringer suggested swapping out heavy, post-church meals for lighter spreads served later in the morning.

"Brunch… is cheerful, sociable, and inciting," Beringer wrote. "It is talk-compelling. It puts you in a good temper; it makes you satisfied with yourself and your fellow beings. It sweeps away the worries and cobwebs of the week." As a post-script to the piece, he writes that at brunch, "Beer and whiskey are admitted as substitutes for tea and coffee."

Fast forward 130 years, and brunch is now one of the most popular meals in the U.S. According to a 2025 industry report from Bar & Restaurant News, brunch is the #1 meal for both Gen Zers and parents: 39% of the former go out to eat during that time, and 47% of the latter.

Many brunch locations offer the same type of spread Beringer promoted in his article—pastries and marmalade, coffee and tea (or beer and whiskey), and main courses that include fish or other meats. However, a host of other trends like internationally inspired cuisines, pizza, and mimosa flights have come along to add a little variety.

Whether your preference is for a classic brunch or something with a little more spice, Stacker compiled a ranking of the highest-rated brunch restaurants in Richmond using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, a restaurant with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Most chain restaurants were excluded from the ranking. Data is as of Sept. 16, 2025.

Read on to find out if your favorite local spot made our list!

#29. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

- Rating: 4.3/5 (193 reviews)
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#28. Carini's Italian Restaurant & Pizza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (175 reviews)
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#27. The Boathouse at Short Pump Town Center

- Rating: 4.1/5 (372 reviews)
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#26. Tazza Kitchen Short Pump

- Rating: 4.2/5 (178 reviews)
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#25. Champagne Sunday Brunch at the Jefferson Hotel

- Rating: 4.6/5 (157 reviews)
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#24. Maggiano's - Richmond

- Rating: 4.2/5 (546 reviews)
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#23. The Fancy Biscuit

- Rating: 4.4/5 (113 reviews)
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#22. Heritage

- Rating: 4.5/5 (152 reviews)
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#21. Joe's Inn

- Rating: 4.2/5 (303 reviews)
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#20. Dot's Back Inn

- Rating: 4.2/5 (285 reviews)
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#19. Texas de Brazil - Richmond

- Rating: 4.3/5 (368 reviews)
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#18. Siné Irish Pub & Restaurant

- Rating: 4/5 (415 reviews)
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#17. India K' Raja Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (242 reviews)
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#16. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant- Richmond

- Rating: 4.2/5 (460 reviews)
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#15. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

- Rating: 4.1/5 (771 reviews)
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#14. The Roosevelt

- Rating: 4.4/5 (239 reviews)
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#13. Croaker's Spot Richmond

- Rating: 4.3/5 (383 reviews)
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#12. Capital Ale House

- Rating: 3.9/5 (745 reviews)
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#11. Amuse Restaurant VMFA

- Rating: 4.5/5 (299 reviews)
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#10. The Daily Kitchen & Bar

- Rating: 4.2/5 (486 reviews)
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#9. Secret Sandwich Society

- Rating: 4.4/5 (223 reviews)
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#8. Kuba-Kuba

- Rating: 4.3/5 (514 reviews)
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#7. Can Can Brasserie

- Rating: 4.2/5 (1088 reviews)
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#6. Millie's Diner

- Rating: 4.4/5 (442 reviews)
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#5. Tarrant's Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1536 reviews)
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#4. Perly's Restaurant & Delicatessen

- Rating: 4.5/5 (670 reviews)
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#3. Mama J's Kitchen

- Rating: 4.6/5 (911 reviews)
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#2. Stella's

- Rating: 4.6/5 (539 reviews)
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#1. Lunch Supper

- Rating: 4.6/5 (543 reviews)
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