ETTAMAE’S CAFE IS NOW OPEN!

Family-owned and operated Ettamae’s Cafe is open for business July 5th, serving breakfast and lunch in Historic Jackson Ward. As the phoenix of 2nd street rises from the ashes or rather construction dust, one of the newest hatchlings to break through is Ettamae’s Café. Located in a quaint turn of the century two-story between Clay and Leigh St, Ettamae’s Café boasts a cheerful to go counter and kitchen downstairs and a dreamy dining room and balcony upstairs.

Owners Matthew Morand and Laura Morand Bailey are Richmond natives but their six-year stint in Brooklyn, New York has influenced their restaurant philosophy too. “We wanted a place that could service the business crowd and the neighborhood in a quick but friendly manner. In New York, everyone has their favorite breakfast sandwich and coffee grab spot where the owners know your order so well they crack the egg as you walk through the door or the local diner that makes the rice pudding you can’t go a week without..”  says Manager/Owner Laura Morand Bailey, “We wanted to be that for people in Richmond and then take it a step further to incorporate the relaxed atmosphere so prized by Richmonders.” Co-owner Paul Morand, is confident in the café’s ability to pull in the business crowd. “Lunch just may be the recession-proof meal of the day,” says Paul.

The breakfast menu is a full affair for those who care to take a seat or can be bagged in a jiffy to brighten up your first hour at the office. Baked goods are made on the premises and the coffee poured is locally roasted Blanchard’s Coffee.  Lunch includes sandwiches, salads, and sides ranging from the familiar (BBQ, Meatloaf, Chicken Salad) to the sublime (Shaved Ribeye,  Cumin Pork Manchengo). Ettamae’s delivers lunch to area office buildings and residents as well as providing full sit down service to those who need to break free from their cubicle for an hour.

Whether your in the mood to chat and chew with your friends, have a flirty lunch date, or sip a sleepy cup in solitude, Ettamae’s Café will suit you just fine.  The establishment offers free wi-fi  and the price range means everyone from student to business professional will find their niche.

Chef/Owner Matthew Morand has worked for local spots Du Jour, Hermitage Grill, and the 2300 Club as well as NYC’s Rockefeller Center Café, and Ulysses. Manager/Owner Laura Morand Bailey has worked in catering for Frazier and Moore and The Butlers Pantry and was the manager of the Byrd House Market for two years in a row.

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