A State-by-State Guide to America's Best Breakfast Sandwiches

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Virginia: The Fancy Biscuit

The Fancy Biscuit is a warm, Southern-style café and bakery in Richmond celebrated by locals for its towering, indulgent biscuit sandwiches. Their menu includes creative offerings like fried chicken with goat cheese and pepper jam or country ham smothered in gravy, all served on house-made buttery biscuits that stand tall under the weight of bold flavors. With solid ratings averaging 4.4–4.5 stars on platforms like Tripadvisor and Restaurant Guru—with over 400 reviews describing it as a top Richmond breakfast destination—the café’s breakfast fare clearly resonates with both locals and visitors. Food writers consistently highlight the signature biscuit sandwiches as comfort food elevated by unexpected twists, like sriracha hollandaise or inventive jams. In a city known for its food scene, The Fancy Biscuit has carved out a reputation as a beloved neighborhood spot—scratch?made biscuits, friendly service, and sandwiches that are more than breakfast—they’re brunch memories in the making.