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Floris at VMFA, Richmond, VA

Floris at VMFA

4.6
4.6
181 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Welcome to Floris at VMFA!

~ We've expanded our menu to offer a la carte offerings each day from 2:30 - 4:00pm, no reservations needed~

Our high tea menu and tea service is offered daily from 11:30 am - 2:30pm priced at $55 per guest, not inclusive of tax and service. We kindly require each guest's participation.


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
  • 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.

What 181 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Great for brunch

  • Richmond

    Best Ambiance

  • Richmond

    Great for brunch

  • Richmond

    Great for scenic views

  • Richmond

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Floris at VMFA offers a delightful afternoon tea experience in an elegant setting, praised for its "innovative riffs on the classic tea menu" and excellent tea selection. Guests enjoy the seasonal and exhibit-inspired dishes, "great service," and the ambiance of a world-class art museum. A must-visit for tea enthusiasts!
181 Reviews
  1. Anna

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So yummy and great service!!! Bring the Richmond Snowman back for every season

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  2. Gregory

    VIP

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful experience Will make high tea a habit

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  3. Tara

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Just not good...I wish it were otherwise, but it's just not. The tea was tea, so nothing to complain about there. They had a wide selection, however they were out of a few that I wanted to try. But no big deal I guess, I ordered others. The food is another story. Nothing, and I mean nothing, was good. The sandwiches were awful. The staple of any English tea, cucumber sandwich...the cucumbers were slimy & soggy, the bread was dry & tasted like it had been left out on the counter all night. Not sure if it was old or just a bad choice of bread?? The egg salad was rancid tasting. The other 3 were just not good. I don't believe anything had actually "gone bad" I believe it was just not yummy food. The sweets tray was worse. Obviously just mass ordered, nothing made in house. An English tea isn't right without a good scone with cream & what we were given was a hard, over dry mass produced biscuit with butter. And random other sweets that had no character or charm like an English tea should have. And to have packets of sugars & large spoons, versus sugar cubes & teaspoons??? It's these little things that make English tea, English tea & the price worth it & sadly this price was not worth it. The servers were kind & attentive enough. Were they tea experts, no, & again that's why you pay what you do for an English tea service because you want the expertise

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  4. Lyndon

    Richmond

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my second time at Floris and although the food and teas are always excellent, the service was definitely missing attentiveness. The servers were not checking on our table to see if we needed anything and I had to call them twice, which I hate to do, to ask for milk, and to ask for tea refill. Even more, I had finished my tea pot and left the top open for the server to see, but she never looked our way when she walked by several times. The second pot took a long time to come and I had to remind another waitress that we were still waiting. A bit disappointing for the price.

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  5. Jeff

    VIP

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Floris at the VMFA is a lovely overall experience. The savory and sweet items they provide with your choice of tea are beautiful to look at and tasty to eat. The service is attentive and responsive but somewhat leisurely. A great experience for the holidays or other special occasion.

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  6. Wendy

    Richmond

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a bottle of sparkling Cremaint. It was incredible. Our server, Alex, was right there and recommended teas for us. It was an event for the Yoga Wine Club from Williamsburg. We will go again. Thank the VMFA for this tea room. It also was a history note being in the building for Confederate Women. Very interesting.

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  7. Mark

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting was lovely. The food was excellent. The tea selections were excellent and quite delicious. Our server, Spencer was on top over it all and nicely attentive and informative. A great experience was had.

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  8. GINA

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was inattentive and very slow. Our high tea took almost 2 hours. Had to flag down different staff members just to get water refills. The menu was supposed to be served in two courses but we barely started the first and the second course was put on the table. And then we didn’t see our server again for most of our meal. We finally got a chance to order more tea and had to wait another 20 minutes for that to be served. Too expensive for a rather mediocre experience.
    Floris at VMFAResponded on December 14, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us at Floris. We're truly sorry to hear about your slow dining experience and understand how it could have detracted from your meal. It is disappointing to hear that our service was not up to the mark and that you didn't get your tea in a timely manner. We strive to provide a seamless dining experience and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve.

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  9. Kathleen

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved it! Best tea room in Richmond. I would say it is best for sophisticated foodies. The menu even the children’s one is not kid friendly. But if you like to eat all the things this place is for you and you can try so many teas!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! We loved it! Wonderful staff and delicious food. Can’t wait to go back!

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Floris at VMFA is rated 4.6 stars by 181 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Floris at VMFA

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
  • 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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