Richmond is the Heart of Virginia’s Mimosa and Brunch Scene

Fruity and fresh with a splash of fun, mimosas are a brunch addition with endless possibilities beyond the classic OJ and sparkling wine. Richmond—a mini brunch mecca, with standout spots like The Fancy Biscuit, The Jefferson Hotel, and Perly’s—makes for the perfect place to toast to this fizzy favorite.

Now, thanks to the first-of-its-kind Richmond Region Mimosa Trail, you don’t have to wait for a special occasion to indulge. Created by Richmond Region Tourism, the comprehensive guide highlights 40-plus destinations pouring creative takes on the classic.

It’s no surprise that Richmond also plays host to Mimosa Fest RVA, founded by Necoya Tyson, CEO of All About You Events Management. For two years, the fall event has brought people together for a big, brunchy celebration. “Brunch culture really enthralls people who are upbeat and fun,” Tyson says.

“What I love about mimosas is that it can be anything you make it, as long as there’s bubbly in it,” she adds.

Ready to sip your way through River City? Here are just a few mimosas you can find along the trail:

Beermosa (beer with orange juice)

Millie’s Diner, 2603 E. Main St., MilliesDiner.com

Blood Orange Moon-Mosa (with Belle Isle Moonshine)

Rueger’s at the Commonwealth, 901 Bank St., CommonwealthSuites.com

Limoncello Mimosa
Les Crepes-Carytown, 3325 W. Cary St., LesCrepesCary.com

Mimosa with a side of mini golf

Hotel Greene, 508 E. Franklin St., HotelGreene.com

Raspberry Lemosa

Moore Street Café, 2904 W. Moore St., MooreStreetCafe.com

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Featured photo courtesy of Les Crepes. This article originally appeared in the August 2025 issue.

Hope Cartwright
Hope Cartwright is associate editor of Virginia Living. A native of Traverse City, Michigan, she is a recent graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.
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