Floris at VMFA

4.7

167 Reviews

$31 to $50

Global, International

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 17 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 $45 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
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.

Location
200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220-4007
Neighborhood
Richmond
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Richmond
Best Ambiance
Richmond
Great for brunch
Richmond
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Floris at VMFA offers an "exquisite" tea experience in a stunning setting, perfect for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "creative and delightful" Japanese-inspired menu that complements VMFA exhibits. While some find it pricey, the "extensive tea selection" and attentive service make it a memorable visit. Ideal for a refined outing.

167 Reviews

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Diana
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious Hungarian inspired menu for Fall 2024! Service was excellent as always and the staff was very knowledgeable. I recommend the Apollo Blend tea! We especially enjoyed the sacher torte and chicken paprikash sandwich. The Bavarian pastry was the most interestingly flavored, savory cream puff I’ve ever had.
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WEJjr
Washington DC
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
I would expect the Host seating guests would consider his appearance to be a bit more appropriate for a classy tea setting. He was wearing faded jeans and a polo shirt..very sloppy and unsophisticated as though he could care less! Very abrupt with guests!
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Jonathan
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Well worth the experience. Civilized, knowledgeable servers
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Bonnie
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a lovely afternoon with friends. Amazing food.
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Bridgett
Richmond
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Typical English tea in a lovely setting. Scones, tea cakes, small quiches and tea sandwiches in a lovely setting.
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Lindsey
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great experience. All of the food was unique and delicious and the tea was as well. The server was knowledgeable and helping in making tea selections. The servers were also helpful with dietary and allergy restrictions. The room decor was very nice and felt like a high tea. I would definitely recommend.
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Victoria
Richmond
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Pleasant ambience and high tea experience. Service was excellent.
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k
Richmond
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely setting but very mediocre food plus it's costly for what you get. The quality is just not there - cold food, stale bread, cold tea, and some items plainly tasteless. It's a shame
Floris at VMFAResponded on November 5, 2024
Thanks for visiting us at Floris. We're sorry to hear that you found our food to be mediocre. It is certainly not our intent to serve cold or stale items, and we're sorry that is what you experienced during your visit. We strive to provide a top-notch quality high tea experience, and your feedback helps us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
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Wendelin
Greensboro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I waited a full year to get a reservation and was delighted with my experience. To my surprise the set-up was slightly different from pictures I have seen in magazines & online. Little disappoint no sofa , chairs or fire. The rooms noise level was moderate until several large parties arrived then it began to be very noisy. I had inquired about moving to another table when I first arrived and my request was quickly turned down. Nonetheless, I enjoyed my time and highly recommend.
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Margaret
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, proper tea service and a great atmosphere
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FAQs

Floris at VMFA is rated 4.7 stars by 167 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

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.

Floris at VMFA

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What 167 people are saying

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