The Smoky Mug

Name: The Smoky Mug
Address: 2930 North Ave, Richmond, VA, 23222, US
Telephone: +18045623722
Price range: $$$

BarbecueCoffee/Tea$$$Metro Richmond

$$$ · Expensive
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2930 North Ave
Richmond, VA 23222
+18045623722
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About

Texas craft barbecue, Tex-Mex, and specialty lattes, with vegan and gluten-free options and a covered, dog friendly porch.

The Smoky Mug serves Texas BBQ, Tex-Mex, and coffee/tea for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Its cafe menu features specialty lattes, along with vegetarian-friendly, vegan, and gluten-free options.

The outdoor seating includes a covered porch that is dog friendly.

Known for

Texas craft barbecue
Specialty lattes
Covered dog-friendly porch
Vegan and gluten-free options

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AAdvantage Dining1–5 miles per $1
SkyMiles Dining0.5–5 miles per $1
MileagePlus Dining0.5–5 miles per $1
Dine Out with Wyndham1–5 points per $1
Rakuten Dining5% back
TrueBlue Dining1–3 points per $1
Rapid Rewards Dining0.5–3 points per $1

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Hours

Monday	7 AM – 12 PM
Tuesday	7 AM – 12 PM
Wednesday	7 AM – 9 PM
Thursday	7 AM – 9 PM
Friday	7 AM – 12 AM
Saturday	8 AM – 12 AM
Sunday	9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Location

2930 North Ave · Metro Richmond, Richmond

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Features

Vegetarian friendly
Vegan options
Gluten-free options
Dog friendly
Outdoor seating

Good for

Breakfast · Brunch · Lunch · Dinner

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