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Black Hand Coffee Co

About Black Hand Coffee Co

Black Hand Coffee Co brings together the warmth of a neighborhood coffee shop and the craft of a serious coffee experience in Richmond, VA. Set in a cozy, brick-lined space, this café roasts its own beans daily, creating the kind of fresh, full-bodied flavor that keeps coffee lovers coming back.

Whether you are stopping in for a carefully prepared cup, a refreshing chai, or a quick bite, the menu is designed to make every visit feel easy, satisfying, and memorable.

Guests also enjoy bagels and bulk coffee options, making it simple to grab something for the morning, stock up for home, or settle in for a relaxed start to the day.

More than just a place to buy coffee, Black Hand Coffee Co is built for comfort, connection, and convenience. With outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service options, it gives customers the flexibility to enjoy their favorite drinks and food in whatever way fits their routine.

It is especially welcoming for breakfast, solo dining, and anyone looking for a productive spot to work on a laptop, supported by Wi‑Fi, table service, and a bar on site.

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, creating a space that feels inviting whether you are meeting a friend, taking a quiet break, or spending a few focused hours with your laptop.

Black Hand Coffee Co also makes accessibility and planning a priority, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and toilet, along with accepted reservations for added convenience. Payment is easy with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Customers consistently speak highly of the experience, giving the business a strong 4.40 out of 5 rating from 684 reviews. Backed by great coffee, a great tea selection, and a welcoming setting in Richmond’s 23221 area, Black Hand Coffee Co offers the kind of dependable, high-quality coffee shop experience that feels both personal and polished.

For breakfast, a quick stop, or a place to linger, it is a spot designed to make every visit worthwhile.

★★★★☆ 4.40 rating (684 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Jake Liles

Jake Liles

6 years ago

Bustling spot with great coffee! We hung out for a few cups shortly after opening on a Friday morning and enjoyed the busy atmosphere. Seems very in touch with the neighborhood with lots of flyers/posters for local events. Could definitely be a regular here!

Christopher Robin

Christopher Robin

3 years ago

Very cute little place with quality coffee. Got a cookie butter iced latte that was delicious and a tasty everything bagel sandwich. Very happy to have this place in the neighborhood!

Timothy Meadows

Timothy Meadows

4 years ago

Stopped in for a cold brew while out riding around the city on my bike. Staff was courteous dispite my google pay not wanting to work properly. Will definitely stop again if I'm ever cruising through the area!

Adriane Milam

Adriane Milam

6 years ago

I got the 16oz Flavor Latte (with Gingerbread) and soy milk. My drink was made super fast! The place is small, seating is a bit limited for groups larger than two people. Just about everyone in here is doing work on laptops so it’s fairly quiet. The barista was a little straight forward and didn’t care much to sprinkle in some extra friendliness but it didn’t ruin my experience at all.

Marie-Anne Bailey

Marie-Anne Bailey

a year ago

So glad I finally came here! The coffee is great, they have two dairy alternatives (for only 85ct extra), and it's fairly priced compared to other coffee shops in the area. Super friendly service who gave me extra ice in this heat! I'll be back to try more :)

June B

June B

Edited 4 years ago

A friend showed us this place. It is very homey with only a few people working. Worth the wait. The menu is small, which makes it easy to choose between options. They have a frequent sipper card for regular customers and a nice area to sit outside. Another cool thing is there is a book exchange in front of the coffee shop 🙂 …

Charles Palting

Charles Palting

2 years ago

Pretty good coffee shop! I would definitely recommend trying the different flavoring you can add to the orders. Next time I will try the food. Service was friendly and VERY quick.

Cassandre S.

Cassandre S.

11 months ago

Best coffee shop in the museum district!! Amazing staff especially Emma!!

Amandaa Vroombout (AJVOrlando)

Amandaa Vroombout (AJVOrlando)

3 years ago

Great little treasure inside of the city, right outside our airBnB. Staff was friendly and helpful with great suggestions. Cutely decorated and the coffee was delicious! Breakfast was yummy also, they were out of some items but the bacon egg and cheese bagels were really good and fresh.

Sam K

Sam K

5 months ago

The dirty chai is impeccable, very spicy. I also had a sausage egg n cheese on an English muffin that honestly tasted like a home cooked one. Outdoor patio is dog friendly and an absolute vibe. The inside is a little small but they’ve done a great job optimizing the space they have!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

3101 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23221, United States

Hours

Closed · Wednesday 7 am–4 pm
Sunday 7 am–4 pm
Monday 7 am–4 pm
Tuesday 7 am–4 pm
Wednesday 7 am–4 pm
Thursday 7 am–4 pm
Friday 7 am–4 pm
Saturday 7 am–4 pm
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