The Girl & The Raven

The Girl & The Raven is an acclaimed cafe and coffee roaster nestled in the heart of downtown Abingdon, Virginia. Housed in a beautifully restored 1886 historic building, this family-owned gem combines Southern hospitality with exceptional craft coffee. Co-Owner and Roaster Cillian Hegarty personally oversees the small-batch roasting operation, sourcing ethically traded beans from fair-trade farming co-ops worldwide and carefully crafting each blend for optimal flavor extraction. The cafe features a sleek Victoria Arduino Black Eagle espresso machine, a newly constructed drive-thru, and expanded outdoor dining perfect for enjoying their renowned coffee. The menu showcases fresh Southern dishes and scratch-made pastries, with popular items including their signature biscuits and hearty breakfast plates. Their Brazen Raven Coffee Roasters line includes distinctive blends like Dark Side (dark roast), Zen Blend (medium roast), The Dawn Wall (light roast), and Night Raven Decaf. Open Monday through Saturday, The Girl & The Raven has earned the title of best coffee shop in the region for two consecutive years, serving both locals and visitors seeking quality coffee and delicious fare in a charming Appalachian setting.