The mission:

Rooted in Tidewater. Brewing Community, One Cup at a Time.
Heron’s Nest Coffee Company began as a small coffee stand tucked into the heart of Tidewater Virginia — a place we've called home all our life and one that inspires everything we do. From the marshes to the wildlife, from the history to the people, this region is woven into every cup we serve.
Our mission is simple: to serve great coffee and create a space where people feel seen, welcome, and connected — even if that space is just a cozy corner of a local garden center (for now). Heron’s Nest is built on the belief that good coffee and good company can grow something special, no matter the size.
This is just the beginning.  But no matter where we go, our heart will always stay grounded in Tidewater — and in the community we’re lucky to serve.

Meet the Owner:

Hi, I’m Hannah — the founder of Heron’s Nest Coffee Company and a proud lifelong local of Tidewater, Virginia. I’ve been working in coffee for years, and from the very start, I’ve loved everything about it — the craft, the creativity, and most of all, the people.
Some of my favorite memories come from behind the counter, getting to know regulars and building genuine connections over a simple cup of coffee. That’s what inspired me to start Heron’s Nest — a space where people can feel at home, even if they’re just stopping by for a quick drink.
Family is everything to me, and the sense of closeness, support, and belonging I’ve always felt in my own family is the same feeling I hope to create for every customer who visits.
(And fun fact: did you know great blue herons return to the same nesting grounds every year? Just like them, I’ve always found my way back to this land and this dream.)
Heron’s Nest Coffee is starting as a simple stand, but it’s built on a big vision: to create a warm, welcoming place where good coffee and good company meet — wherever we set up shop.
Thanks for being part of the journey. I’m so glad you’re here.