Some restaurants are built for dinner. Others are built for brunch. This one falls firmly in the second camp.
Set in Richmond, VA, Continental Westhampton has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
Their breakfast burrito is the kind of thing locals order with eyes still half closed — eggs, chorizo, a scrape of refried beans, melty cheese, and salsa with real heat.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Continental Westhampton. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Croque madame with béchamel, gruyère, and a fried egg
- Bottomless mimosa flight (90-minute limit, weekends only)
- Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and seasonal cold-pressed juices
- Eggs Benedict with house-made hollandaise on a toasted English muffin
- Smoked salmon plate with cream cheese, capers, red onion, and a toasted bagel
- Shakshuka with feta, herbs, and warm pita
- Country-style biscuits and sausage gravy
- Smoked brisket hash with two eggs and pickled onion
Service is friendly without being chatty, refills come without asking, and nobody rushes you out of your seat.
The chicken and waffles plate hits the table looking like a magazine cover and tastes even better than it looks.
Solo diners should head straight for the counter — the cooks will keep you entertained and the line moves fastest there.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Richmond, Continental Westhampton is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. By the time you walk out, you'll already be planning a return visit — and probably a long walk to work off the second cup of coffee.
Tips from the regulars
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Continental Westhampton.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
- Don't miss the daily-special chalkboard near the host stand — it changes weekly and tends to feature the kitchen's best ideas.
- Coffee is taken seriously here. If you only know diner drip, ask the barista for a recommendation.
- If you're walking from public transit, the closest stop is a short stroll away — a small price to pay for the breakfast burrito.
Hours
Specific opening hours rotate seasonally — call ahead to confirm, especially around holidays. Most weekend brunch service runs from late morning through early afternoon.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Continental Westhampton open for brunch?
Specific hours rotate seasonally, but Continental Westhampton typically opens for brunch service in the morning and serves through early afternoon. Call ahead on holidays.
Does Continental Westhampton take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Richmond are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Continental Westhampton kid-friendly?
Yes — Continental Westhampton welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Continental Westhampton serve?
It's classified under american — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Richmond.
Is there outdoor seating at Continental Westhampton?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 5704 Grove Avenue. Coordinates: 37.5732, -77.5174. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.