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Floris at VMFA, Richmond, VA

Floris at VMFA

4.6
4.6
227 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International
200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220-4007

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Welcome to Floris at VMFA!
Our high tea menu and tea service is offered daily from 11:30 am - 2:30pm priced at $45 per guest, not inclusive of tax and service. We kindly require each guest's participation. After 2:30pm we offer our a la carte menu for more casual fare.
Floris invites you to immerse yourself in a culturally enriching tearoom experience at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of the Robins Sculpture Garden, Floris is a community gathering space located in VMFA’s Pauley Center.
Take a mid-day escape and indulge in delightful pleasures for the palate, including expertly crafted blends from guest tea makers. Chef Chainey Kuykendall’s use of fresh ingredients from local vendors and importers further enhances Floris’s celebration of cultures and community.
Reservations for our high tea are encouraged, as seating is limited. Questions can be directed to 804-340-5785 or floris@vmfa.museum

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (804) 340-5785
  • Website
    https://vmfa.museum/visit/dining/floris
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chainey Kuykendall
  • Private party facilities
    Floris is available for buyouts and private events. Please contact us at 804-340-5785 or email floris@vmfa.museum to speak with one of our team members for more information.

Menu

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What 227 people are saying

Floris at VMFA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Richmond

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Floris at VMFA offers a "beautiful setting" for high tea with an "outstanding variety of teas" and "creative, delicious food." Guests appreciate the "attentive service" and "lovely atmosphere," making it a "perfect treat for special occasions." Some feedback suggests improvements for certain food items and service timing.
227 Reviews

  1. JoAnn VIP

    Richmond140 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit to Floris was on Christmas Day, and it was perfect! Our second visit was on Easter, and it was even more perfect! Not sure where we go from here... It's such a delightful way to spend a special afternoon with loved ones. The teas are fantastic, accompanied by champagne or Cava, of course. The Savories and Sweets appear to be "small bites," but somehow we were completely full both times. The only suggestion is that we really missed having 1 or 2 little tea sandwiches included as they were the first time. Missed those a lot! We will definitely be back for this special experience.

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  2. Rebecca

    Richmond48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The presentation was spectacular! Such a beautiful arrangement. The food was a wonderful blend of savory and sweet with creative and delicious combinations. The service is attentive, but not smothering. It’s a favorite place for a special occasion.

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  3. Barbara

    Richmond33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Floris tea room is a nice change of pace with a fixed price menu & plenty of food. Great service from Ellie. Only distraction was constructed noise down the hall.

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  4. Annie

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, friendly staff, and an amazing time!!

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  5. Sara

    San Francisco4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Innovative tea selections - the savory shrimp in coconut milk, & the pineapple with muscavado sugar were particularly good. Emma was very informative and solicitous. Thank you for a lovely experience.

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  6. Carrie

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasantly surprised with the tea fare. Lovely and well appointed tea -room. Great service and good value for the amount of food we got. Bread basket starter was just ok; carrot loaf bread was tasty but the scone was not good. Tiny and not tasty at all- disappointing. The full tea meal was a good amount of food, but some were better than others. I would ditch the shrimp salad and add some sandwiches; I really missed not having some tea sandwiches. All in all we were very full at the end of the tea. The actual tea offerings were good and a nice variety.

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  7. Susan VIP

    Washington DC129 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first visit to Floris, and it was such a pleasure to find a really lovely tea experience. Tea is such a special experience, and many hotels that once served one have ceased. The variety of teas was outstanding, the desserts (and tea is mainly a dessert extravaganza) were excellent, and the surroundings are beautiful.

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  8. Sharon VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The beautiful restaurant offers a a lovely setting for high tea. The staff was very attentive and the tea selections and food were quite good.

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  9. Todd VIP

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Was frankly more excited about the champagne than the teas, but there was a nice selection & the medley of savory and sweet offerings was nicely balanced.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience - highly recommend going for morning or afternoon tea and enjoying the rotating seasonal menu. You can try as many teas as you’d like.

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Floris at VMFA is rated 4.6 stars by 227 OpenTable diners.

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200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220-4007

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Richmond
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chainey Kuykendall
  • Additional
    Beer, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://vmfa.museum/visit/dining/floris
  • Phone number
    (804) 340-5785
  • Private party facilities
    Floris is available for buyouts and private events. Please contact us at 804-340-5785 or email floris@vmfa.museum to speak with one of our team members for more information.
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