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Floris at VMFA, Richmond, VA

Floris at VMFA

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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 222 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Richmond

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Floris at the VMFA offers a delightful high tea experience with a "lovely setting" and "attentive" service. Guests enjoy an impressive variety of teas and a beautifully balanced menu of sweet and savory items. While some diners note room for improvement in food quality, the overall experience is "absolutely delightful."
222 Reviews

  1. Carrie

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 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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  2. Susan VIP

    Washington DC129 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 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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  3. Sharon VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 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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  4. Todd VIP

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 March 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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 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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  6. Jillian

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice, will definitely be returning! Overall excellent in all ways

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  7. MadeleanH

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The experience was just okay compared to other teas that I’ve attended.

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  8. Grace

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely environment and experience! Will definitely do this again!

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  9. Karen

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a lovely tea!! The food was both beautiful and delicious. We tried several types of tea and enjoyed each one. Our server was great. I only gave it a 4 for ambiance because the sound of talking around the room got too loud for us to hear each other across the table. We were at a table of 4. If there was a bit more noise cancelling drapes or something that would help. But I’d definitely go again. We had a fantastic time and were able to sit and enjoy being together and we were not rushed at all.

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  10. Cathleen

    Western NC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lots of fun! Groups all around enjoying each other in a festive atmosphere. Room was lovely, table settings top notch, most tea very good, but one choice brewed too weak. Food was good, interesting and the small bites of some selections were just the right size.

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Floris at VMFA is rated 4.6 stars by 222 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Floris at VMFA

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace
  • 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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