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Floris at VMFA, Richmond, VA

Floris at VMFA

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Welcome to Floris at VMFA!

***WE ARE CLOSED FEBRUARY 8TH FOR A SPECIAL EVENT AND WILL RESUME NORMAL HOURS ON THE 9TH.***

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

Dining areas

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 208 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Richmond

    Great for scenic views

  • Richmond

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Floris at VMFA offers a charming high tea experience with a "beautiful setting" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" tea offerings, including seasonal menus that change with museum exhibits. The atmosphere is inviting for special occasions, and the tea selection is "outstanding." Perfect for a refined, leisurely afternoon.

208 Reviews

  1. Angela

    Charleston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our third time in! Always so lovely. A great experience in RVA.

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  2. Suzanne

    Richmond

    99 reviews

    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Tea at Floris @ the VMFA is just lovely. This was our second visit. We were greeted warmly and seated at our table for 4 near the fireplace. Because we visited close to Valentine's Day, we were offered a special Valentine's Day menu in addition to the regular tea menu. We stuck with the tea menu but added a glass of Cava. We were celebrating a birthday and they were kind enough to bring a piece of red velvet cake to help us celebrate. It was moist and delicious. Our tea started with a pot of Masala Chai and a pot of white tea (cherry blossom) followed by freshly made (still warm) scone and walnut cranberry bread. These were served with their homemade elderberry spread. So delicious!! Next came the tea service - savory sandwiches and a small piece of quiche which was so creamy and eggy - amazing. The sweets on the tray were beautiful to look at and tasty to eat particularly the cream puff. Our server was attentive and knew the menu well. We can't wait to go again.

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  3. Jeffrey

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very pleasant experience. Food is not as fancy as expected. We still had a lovely time Nice splurge for a date.

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  4. Sarah

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful stress free Sunday afternoon-just perfect treat for a dreary day. Great wine, wonderful tea and food! Highly recommend!

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  5. Cheryl

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our high tea today. It was a very interesting collection of tasty food. The tea was awesome and unlimited. The atmosphere was charming, but It might get loud if there were more tables occupied. I would definitely go back.

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  6. Majel

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was a huge disappointment to be honest. I’ve been here once before and was impressed so this was a surprise. The food was stale, as if left sitting out for a long time. The savory items were bland and uninteresting. And even bigger disappointment for the money- $45 per person. I can’t say I’ll be back.
    Floris at VMFAResponded on January 29, 2025
    Hey Majel, I'm sorry that your return experience to Floris wasn't as good as your previous tea. We pride ourselves on high quality food made daily, and we are sorry that today's visit did not meet your expectations. Our kitchen team will certainly take note of your criticisms and will make adjustments. We hope you will give us another chance to recreate the experience you had when you first dined with us.

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  7. Hannah

    VIP

    Richmond

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely exceptional. The tea, the food, the service & the ambience. I sincerely appreciate that we were able to enjoy our time in this space and not feel rushed. Definitely plan to return again & again.

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  8. Sam

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea experience was delightful. The atmosphere and food were great.

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  9. patti

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Floris venue was a wonderful place to have a nice quiet and very enjoyable tea with a girlfriend. We hadn't seen each other for years and couldn't have asked for a better place to have a reunion. The food, tea and service was everything one could hope for. Thank you for making this a special occasion. I will highly recommend this to my friends.

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  10. Katie

    VIP

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Floris was fabulous! There see a wide tea selection, service was knowledgeable on the teas, and food was tasty

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Floris at VMFA is rated 4.6 stars by 208 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 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
  • 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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