Sipping Mint Matcha at Bridge Street Café | Bedford, VA

The Menu & The Mood

On a blazing hot day in Bedford, Christian and I went into Bridge Street Café in desperation of some away time from the house work. I was in desperate need of something cool and matcha-y, while Christian decided to get adventurous with a cold brew (a rare switch from his usual french vanilla latte).

I ended up with the mint matcha latte, which was beyond sweet and definitely leaned more dessert than drink, but still refreshing. We both went for the chicken salad sandwiches, served up with a side of chips. Nothing fancy, just solid, satisfying comfort food. The café had a calm, cozy vibe, and we noticed several folks coming in after church, chatting over lunch like it was their usual Sunday ritual.

Our Fave Sips and Bites

The chicken salad hit the spot. It was light, flavorful, and perfect for a hot day. And even though I’m more of a matcha purist, the mint twist was a fun change (but maybe next time I’ll ask for a regular matcha). Christian’s cold brew was smooth and strong, and he actually liked it enough to say, "I’d get this again." Big win.

Inside, the café had this small-town charm you can’t fake. The air conditioning was a blessing, but we both agreed: on a cooler day, sitting outside would be perfect…especially with a book, a breeze, and a warm drink in hand.

Tips for Your Visit

• Best Time to Go: Mid-morning or just after church on Sundays if you want to soak in that sweet local vibe. You can even walk downtown like we did afterwards and check out the antique stores.

• Cost: Very reasonable! Two sandwiches + two drinks came out to under $33.

• How to Get There: Right in downtown Bedford and easy to spot with plenty of parking nearby.

• Perfect For: A low-key lunch date, solo chill time, or a post-church hangout.

We’d totally come back! Next time we want to try the pastries!

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a Bedford local or road-tripping through the Blue Ridge area, Bridge Street Café is a sweet stop to slow down, cool off, and enjoy a laid-back bite.

What’s Next?

Keep look out for more posts from us about our adventures in Virginia!

With wonder and love,
Fay & Toni ✨