The Trendspotter: July 2024
We’re back again with your monthly dose of must-know news, The Trendspotter! This content series features monthly roundups of the newest and hottest businesses (namely, restaurants, bars, and then some!) around RVA.
H-O-T-T-O-G-O, you can take this month hot to go.
— by Kelsey Heintz, Managing Editor
Kline’s Dairy Bar
What it is: A Harrisonburg original and a favorite for locals, JMU college students, and JMU alum alike.
Why we love it: Kline's Dairy Bar is set to open its ice cream shop in Chesterfield this month. The spot offers lots of sweet treats (milkshake for Kelsey, plz!) and we can’t wait to stop by for all its delish Flavors of the Week ASAP. Follow @klineschesterfield for more updates.
Where to find it: 15549 Cosby Rd (Chesterfield)
Abi’s Books & Brews
What it is: A coffee shop and bookstore combo.
Why we love it: The namesake of Abi’s Books & Brews is owner Keith Duffin’s teenage daughter, who he plans to hand the biz over to when she becomes an adult. In the meantime, the new spot for good reads and good drinks is opening this month and joining Richmond’s handful+ of amazing independent coffee shop and bookstore options. For lit, look for 2,500 titles (plus), and for snacks and sips, look for Bugle Call Coffee, Up All Night Bakery baked goods, a case with rotating flavors from DeLuca Gelato, and, down the road, a breakfast menu and sandwiches.
Where to find it: 1212 1/2 W Cary St (VCU)
T•Caf Salon de Thé
What it is: A cafe with a French feel.
Why we love it: T•Caf Salon de Thé announced its impending resurgence a little bit ago, and now the Parisian wine and tea cafe with a cult following is officially back in biz. Teaming up with Nancy C Kingcaid to revamp itself, the spot in Scott’s Addition is open Tuesday through Thursday, 11 am to 5 pm, and Friday and Saturday, 11 am to 7 pm. Keep your eyes on Insta for more updates, and if you need to get your tea fix in even more ways, we’ve got a City Guide for that: 5 PLACES TO GO FOR TEA IN RICHMOND.
Where to find it: 2943 W Marshall St (Scott’s Addition)
Vegan Club RVA
What it is: A social club run by Richmonder and vegan foodie Lauren Z Ray.
Why we love it: The club will feature free and ticketed events, highlighting vegan spots and to-dos around town. Its first is a Carytown Vegan Food Tour, for which attendees will get together for an afternoon of eating delicious food from Tiny Vegan Food Cart, Minglewood Bake Shop, Pho Luca’s, Zorch, and Lolita’s. Keep your eyes on social media for more info on upcoming events.
Where to find it: Various spots; learn more below
Find Waldo in Carytown
What it is: A fun way to shop local all month long.
Why we love it: Now through July 27, you can find the man in stripes hiding in bbgb and handfuls of other Carytown businesses. Pick up a stampcard at any of the participating spots, or print one at home, and keep track of your Waldo sightings to earn special prizes. The search ends with a Grand Waldo Party on July 27, so make sure you’re spotted there, too.
Where to find it: Various spots; learn more below
Sharing new trends each month!
Check back the first week of each month for a new edition of The Trendspotter to find out which businesses you need to know about (and check out!) in RVA.
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