Eggs Up Grill Now Open in Hampton, Bringing a Fresh Take on Breakfast to the Peninsula

Eggs Up Grill is now open in Hampton, Virginia.

The new Eggs Up Grill is owned and operated by Tony Sawyer and Brigitte Bartley Sawyer, a husband-and-wife team whose experience spans decades in business leadership and people development. Tony is a seasoned entrepreneur who owns more than 40 Sport Clips locations, while Brigitte is a holistic health practitioner and retreat host known for building strong team culture and connection. Together, they bring a people-first philosophy to franchising, creating spaces where employees feel valued, guests feel at home and community connections thrive.

A Newport News native and Denbigh High School graduate, Tony Sawyer is returning to his hometown region after building a multi-state business career. The couple says their connection to Eggs Up Grill is both professional and personal, as they met in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where the brand was founded. For them, opening in Hampton represents a full-circle moment linking the place where their story began in Spartanburg to a new chapter of serving and building community in Virginia.

“We’ve built our businesses on people, purpose and culture, and that’s exactly what drew us to Eggs Up Grill,” said Brigitte Bartley Sawyer. “We're passionate about creating spaces where employees feel valued, guests feel at home and community connections are strengthened.”

“Eggs Up Grill reflects those same values,” Tony Sawyer added. “It’s not just breakfast, it’s community. This opening is just the beginning of bringing that joy and genuine hospitality to life across Virginia.”

While the restaurant is already open and serving guests, the Sawyers plan to celebrate the milestone with a grand opening event in January 2026, including special promotions, giveaways and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“Brigitte and Tony embody everything that makes our franchise family special: a commitment to people, community and meaningful growth,” said Ricky Richardson, CEO of Eggs Up Grill. “Their leadership and passion for building connections make them the perfect team to bring Eggs Up Grill to Hampton and to continue expanding our presence across Virginia.”

The Hampton restaurant is open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering dine-in, online ordering and catering. Guests can enjoy fan favorites like omelets, breakfast sandwiches, burgers, bowls and mimosas in a welcoming neighborhood setting designed to make every visit feel like home.

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