Fall is officially here in Hampton, bringing cozy drinks, warm comfort foods, and sweet seasonal treats that capture the best of the season. Local cafés, breweries, and restaurants are embracing fall with flavors of pumpkin, apple, and spice, making this time of year one to look forward to. Here are a few spots serving up fresh fall flavor around the city.

Coffee & Cocktails

Start your morning with warm & cozy cup of caffeine from a small, locally-owned coffee shop. Buckroe Coffee is rolling out the perfect seasonal lineup with flavors like Fallen Leaves, Spiced Apple Chai, and the classic Pumpkin Latte. While you’re at it, stop by Firehouse Coffee 1881 to check out their in-person fall menu, which is always worth a visit.

In Downtown Hampton, Pour Girls is adding a festive twist to your night out with drinks like the Apple Cider Mimosa, featuring frozen pumpkin cider cubes, the Pumpkin Spice White Russian, and the Blackberry Bourbon Mule.

And if you’re near Fort Monroe, The Deadrise offers a relaxed waterfront setting perfect for sipping on their fall drink menu like the Orange Crush, Painkiller, Bloody Mary, and Deadrise Lemonade.

Brews & Ciders

If you prefer something on tap, fall is the perfect time to stop by one of Hampton’s breweries for a seasonal drink.

The Vanguard Brew Pub & Distillery and St. George Brewing are both great places to grab a drink this time of year. Oozlefinch Beers & Blending is currently offering its Märzen and Cold Style Ale, along with the sour, Daknaphobia – a fruity blend of blackberry, raspberry, cranberry, and boysenberry purées, along with vanilla. Meanwhile, Bull Island Brewing Company is also celebrating with its rich, malty Märzen.

And for something crisp and refreshing, Sly Clyde Ciderworks serves up 100% Virginia-made cider inside their historic taproom in Phoebus.

Comfort Foods

When you want something warm and filling, Sinful Treats Bakery has you covered. Their pot pies, Brunswick stew, and pepperoni bread make the perfect comfort meals… Especially with their cinnamon bun for dessert.

Over in Downtown Hampton, The Baker’s Wife Bistro & Bar is adding a seasonal twist to its fall menu with dishes like short rib agnolotti with bone marrow bordelaise, baked oysters, and chicken roulade.

For something quick and convenient, The Grey Goose makes mealtime easy with it’s In the Market Grab-and-Go meals, available for same-day pickup. Perfect for a cozy dinner for two or an effortless night in.

No trip to Hampton is complete without tasting the season’s fresh catches from the Chesapeake Bay. Fall kicks off prime oyster season—head to Fuller’s Raw Bar for sweet, juicy oysters, or stop by Graham & Rollins for their famous blue crabs. You’ll also spot fresh fish, clams, and scallops featured on menus throughout the city, bringing the best of the Bay to your plate.

Sweet Treats

End fall on a sweet note! Scratch Bakery is baking up Pumpkin Cheesecake, Apple Hand Pies, and Pumpkin Crunch Pies. You can also stop by Glazed Doughnuts for fall-themed and Halloween-inspired doughnuts that look just as good as they taste.

For some flavorful fun, keep your eyes open for DIY cookie decorating kits leading up to Halloween. Some local bakeries offer them annually, but availability is limited!

Whether you’re local or just visiting, there’s no better time to explore Hampton’s fall flavors. The city’s cafés, breweries, and bakeries are giving us every reason to get out and enjoy the season.

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