Breakfast Restaurants in Virginia – Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Breakfast Restaurants in Virginia

When Guy Fieri rolled into the Old Dominion State, he uncovered a breakfast scene that’s as rich and diverse as Virginia’s own history. From 2008 to 2019, the Mayor of Flavortown visited 9 morning-meal destinations across the Commonwealth, and every single one is still serving up deliciousness today. That’s right—a perfect track record with all 9 restaurants keeping their doors open and their griddles hot.

Virginia Beach leads the pack with 4 featured spots, while Richmond holds down the capital city with 3 incredible eateries. These breakfast joints have earned an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars, proving that Virginians know their way around a morning plate. Among the standouts, Perly’s Restaurant and Delicatessen in Richmond brings the heat with its 4.7-star rating and legendary deli fare, while Leaping Lizards Café in Virginia Beach matches that score with creative, crave-worthy dishes. And if you’re looking for the ultimate biscuit experience, The Fancy Biscuit in Richmond has been wowing crowds with its Southern comfort done right.

Get ready to explore where breakfast becomes an unforgettable adventure in Virginia.

Perly’s Restaurant and Delicatessen

Perly’s Restaurant and Delicatessen

Still Open

Richmond, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.7
Episode 418: Cruisin' Capital Cities
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Leaping Lizards Café

Leaping Lizards Café

Still Open

Virginia Beach, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.7
Episode 153: Old to New
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The Fancy Biscuit

The Fancy Biscuit

Still Open

Richmond, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 432: Creative Creations
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Rigoletto Italian Bakery & Café

Rigoletto Italian Bakery & Café

Still Open

Virginia Beach, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 150: Global Comfort
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The Village Café

The Village Café

Still Open

Richmond, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 29: Neighborhood Joints
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Citrus Breakfast & Lunch

Citrus Breakfast & Lunch

Still Open

Virginia Beach, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.4
Episode 152: Pizza, Pancakes & Pork
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Beach Pub

Beach Pub

Still Open

Virginia Beach, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.4
Episode 151: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Metro 29 Diner

Metro 29 Diner

Still Open

Arlington, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.3
Episode 125: Sweet ‘n Savory
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Virginia Diner

Virginia Diner

Still Open

Wakefield, Virginia

★★★★☆ 4.2
Episode 28: Regional Favorites
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