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Millie's Ratings: 4.2/5 Food: 4.5/5 - I am always on the hunt for good brunch spots in Richmond. I'd been to a few in the RVA area, and I really enjoyed Millie's. The food is good, vibes are outstanding and fantastic! It is a great spot for a relaxing time and welcoming hospitality from the staffs. Please read the descriptions of the item I got for more details and visit my IG (noraeatsgood) for more content. - Eggs Ben-Gurion [GET]: A perfectly toasted everything bagel, fluffy and chewy, topped with smoked salmon and two nicely poached eggs. The smoked salmon is fresh and tasty. The hollandaise glaze was solid, a bit on the heavier side, but definitely added that moistness to the bagel. Unlike English muffins, I like the twist here, because the bread is denser and chewier. If you like spicy, make sure to add sriracha to the Ben-Gurion. I like their house made potatoes a lot too. They are not as crispy, but super flavorful, covered with bold spices and got a kick to it. Ambiance: 4.25/5 - Walking in, we can immediately feel the fun and energetic vibes. There's a small kitchen and bar right at the entrance, really cool. We sat in the back section, where the booths and decorated jukebox are located. There's upbeat music at the diner, but not too loud that we can't hear each other. Restrooms are downstairs with cool decor. Price: 4/5 - The eggs ben-gurion was $15 before tax and comes with a side of potatoes. Although it doesn't seem like there's a lot, but this meal was actually quite satisfying and filling. It is worth it. Service: 4/5 - Our server was nice, and we got seated as soon as we arrived for our reservation. The staffs are all very friendly, service was prompt, and welcoming. He took our orders and was able to take some special food requests from my sister as well. He would stop by and ask if we need anything and constantly come by to pick up our trash to free up some room for us on the table. Make sure to reserve a spot on OpenTable or call them. BLUF: Classic Southern brunch spot and a classic in RVA. They have been around for over 20+ years and are known for their famous potatoes. They use bold flavors, so the food can be either on the spicier or saltier side, just FYI. I highly recommend the Ben-Gurion if you are a fan of Egg Benedicts, interesting twist with a bagel or getting the corned beef hash. I would return again in the future.
Nora ChenNora Chen
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OMG. This place was absolutely fantabulous! The food was ecclectic and awesome. I ordered the corned beef hash and was very happy it wasn't from a can. Real corned beef hash is a rare find around here and if you do find it, 9/10 it ain't good. This was bussin! It was simply corned beef and potatoes with peppers on onions. I got my eggs scrambled rather than poached but the presentation was still cute. They cheese was real too! That may sound weird, but most restaurants dont use real cheese. What really got me was the kitchen was in the front of the house. Two guys was in that small area flippin gourmet stlye entrees with beautiful execution. I literally asked the waiter was that the real kitchen! Like mabe they hid one somewhere or something. I loved the menu choices so much I didn't want to choose one thing. Apparently I have to go back and try everything lol. I would have given 5 stars but the one thing that killed it for me was the cooks were not wearing gloves or washing their hands. They were handling raw eggs and touching everything else including toppings from the cold bar. I didn't like that it was really dark in there as well. The decor was quirky and the music of rock was an interesting choice. But it wasn't that for me, the food takes it home for the win!
Miss KiwiMiss Kiwi
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On Wednesday November 29 2023 I was visiting Richmond and in my first morning first restaurant first everything I search for breakfast restaurant and I came across with this place, looking at the reviews and photos of food it cut my attention and wanted to try… For my luck the host witch she didn’t even great or nothing she point me and show me the bar so I said perfect due to the fact I was alone… I’m in town for business no need to come to a different city and continue dealing with the actitud of people that probably have to deal with it in my own city. I don’t know if she is unhappy with her job or passing through a ruff time she had a very nasty attitude just with her body language and faces…with this been said the ladies gave me the unique look like “omg another one that is not going to give tip” , it was very uncomfortable that she act that way when people talk very good about the place. Why saying this? Because as a person that works 5 jobs have to take care of my mom with cancer, plus dealing with my anxiety and panic attack towards people that act like this, I have to learn how to grow and understand that when I’m at my job eather because I love it or is what I have for now I need to treat every single customer how I like to be treated it, we can have the worst day but you don’t need to ruing other people’s day…. At the end I didn’t eat, I left and went to first watch which I all ready knew…. Hope this could help for the business to micromanage their employees because this is one of the 5principal reasons why businesses loose costumers. (Is with all respect to everyone) Christian Martínez
Xtian MartinezXtian Martinez
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Small corner establishment with a pretty darn good breakfast. Amazing hostess greeted us and lucky for us, there was an outdoor table. We did make reservations in advance because we had heard that Saturdays can be pretty busy. I have to tell you that my favorite part of the day is holding a good mug of coffee so when we were served our coffee in paper cups, I honestly was a bit disappointed. Not sure if you get a real cup if you dine inside....but the coffee was pretty darn good. So, I will overlook the paper cup if it makes sense for good reasons. Now on to the food, my dish was amazing. I had an omelette and potatoes and my daughter has some kind of eggs on a croissant with canadian bacon (I believe). She did say her meat was on the saliter side so maybe ask before you order. The morning could not have been prettier and sitting outside enjoying a great breakfast was such a treat. Will definitely be going back soon!
Irma AlmazanIrma Almazan
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I took my son here on Sunday. The place is incredibly small, and even with forty people, it seems packed. I would suggest making a reservation if you’re planning on going during the weekend because you might not be lucky enough to get a seat right away like we were. Despite being small, though, it’s a cute place with a very hipster vibe. They even have juke boxes at the tables. I got the veggie wrap with a side of home fries. To be honest, I would have liked a bit more seasoning on the wrap. I added some sriracha sauce, and it wasn’t bad, but also wasn’t anything I’d go back for. My son got a side of scrambled eggs because it was the only thing on the menu he liked. The staff were friendly and gave us free refills, but my tea was only lukewarm. Nothing was bad by any means, and I’d happily go back in the future. But nothing there made me say, “Wow! I can’t wait to have this again.”
Chris ZaharChris Zahar
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I will have to say that this place may have just served me the best hamburger I have ever had. It takes a lot for me to say this about a burger but this place is memorable. I honestly can’t think of a better burger I have had anywhere. Only comparable place was at a diner in St. Louis called courtesy diner which sadly closed down. Only suggestion I would have for this restaurant is to serve French fries as they don’t offer them. My partner got the eggs Benedict and he said it was the best he ever had as well. Even with the lack of fries, Still this place is amazing and the burger was heavenly and I’ll be back. Also, while you’re here make sure you take time to use the bathroom. The toilet is very clean.
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2603 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223
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(804) 643-5512
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milliesdiner.com
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Though diner decor remains, this reincarnated eatery serves seasonal eclectic fare & unusual wines.
attractions: The Poe Museum, Libby Hill Park, Farm Fresh, Virginia Holocaust Museum, Jefferson Park, Chimborazo Park, Great Shiplock Park, Historic St. John's Church, Ancarrow's Landing, Historic St. John's Church, restaurants: Bottoms Up Pizza, Bookbinder's Seafood & Steakhouse, Proper Pie Co., Havana 59 Downtown, The Hill Cafe, Sub Rosa Bakery, Ironclad Coffee Roasters & Baking Co., Poe's Pub, Liberty Public House, Alamo BBQ
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