Tea with Kip was a perfect afternoon experience with my mom and her best friend! My mom and her…read morefriend were in town visiting and I thought tea would be perfect. Tea was always something that my family would have when we went to my Scottish grandma's house. Our tea experience started with a beautiful prayer that brought tears to my eyes. My mom grabbed my hand under the table and it was perfect. Kip and her team were so hospitable and welcoming. The courses and tea tower were so good! Everything was made with love and was the perfect amount to go with tea. The value of the experience was great too! I have been to other tea rooms and it was a comparable experience, but less expensive. Definitely make a reservation.

This place is a treasure. The owner and staff are just wonderful. Real southern hospitality! The…read morefood is delicious every time. One of the best tea rooms you will experience. I'm so glad I found it.

We absolutely loved our afternoon tea experience at Floris! We came in July 2026 and Floris was…read moreoffering an Indian influenced menu that paired with the VMFA's Indian mughals exhibition. Tea is in a gorgeous little room across the way from the main museum building- it felt very Bridgerton. Right up front- this is not a typical high tea or afternoon tea in several ways, and you may be disappointed if you are looking for a traditional tea, but it was still a lovely experience. We really appreciated that you can try as many different teas as you want, which is a nice feature I haven't seen at other teas. They even had three or four iced options! (The mango iced tea paired really well with the current menu.) The scones came out first- it was only one scone per person, but they were fresh and warm. The portions for each item on the tea tray are pretty large, some of them are a bit difficult to eat because of the size. Just means we took a few items home to enjoy later! We loved all of the unique offerings- our favorites were the spiced saffron kneer tartlet, the cucumber and mint chutney sandwich, and the palak egg salad sandwich. We really enjoyed our tea and thought it was so cool to have a menu that paired with the museum's current exhibition. Definitely recommend!

I was treated to Floris for my birthday, and I loved it! The building is traditional with matching…read moredecor. Beautiful. You sit in chairs and tables like a restaurant, which is comfortable (unlike an English salon setting that you'll experience at another tea room). The tea was NOT the star of the show. The food was. Every single thing on the tower was incredible! The only mediocre item was the brownie. How hard is it to mess up a brownie? There was no presentation of the tea. The porcelain was attractive, but plain and didn't meet the vibe of the venue and the event that afternoon tea should be. One of my pots came barely warm when tea should be piping hot. None of them stood out as a favorite, either, which was disappointing. I was also disappointed that they didn't have a huge selection of teas or porcelain for sale. Go for the food and atmosphere, with good company, and you'll leave very satisfied.

Everything thing! Food, the place and most of all the service. So professional and friendly!read more

I recently visited Dover Hall for the first time for a company party and I was blown away both by…read morethe opulence of the interior and the professionalism of the staff. For a 32,000+ square foot mansion (that was originally built as a single family private home) the space is immaculately and meticulously clean and maintained to the highest standard. I did not see a single speck of dust, no cobwebs on the soaring ceilings, or stain on any upholstery. The mansion also did not feel austere or cavernous despite its size; on the contrary, it is absolutely bursting with some of the most beautiful, unique, and at times strange but wonderful decor. For example, the game room has both billiards as well as an extensive and exotic big game taxidermy collection, whereas the adjacent two-story library boasts a hand carved fireplace and a spiral wrought iron staircase. I spent most of my evening exploring every room and trying to take in as much as possible. The multitude of staff who serviced our event were both warm in their interactions as well as discreet when necessary. The in-house catering was also very good. We had a tortellini station, a raw bar, breads and spreads, as well as passed hors d'oeuvres and a dessert station, and I enjoyed everything I tried. My only regret is that Dover Hall doesn't seem to do open house hours or guided tours, because I would love to be able to return and see more of this remarkable building.

My husband and I spent 2 nights in one of the cottages. They were very well decorated, clean, and…read morecomfortable. The cafe was amazing, all of the pastries, ice cream, and coffee were delicious. Having a brewery a 1 minute walk away was amazing! Especially since it was a heat wave and being outside was brutal. We had dinner there one night and it was fantastic. Loved this place!

We were blown away by the food and desserts at The Mill at Fine Creek. Our guests are still raving…read moreabout each course, and the cake was stunning (even though our topper was mistakenly eaten, the team quickly provided a replacement, which we greatly appreciated). The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous and created the perfect backdrop for our wedding day. That said, there are some areas where we think the experience could be even better. Communication throughout the planning process was sometimes challenging, even when we reached out with questions. On the day of our wedding, our hope was to follow the timeline we had carefully planned so that we could maximize time with our guests. Although our coordinator reassured us things were on track, the buffet ended up starting later than expected. Because of that delay, our reception ended with much less dancing time than we had envisioned. We had chosen a buffet in part because we were told it would be quicker than a plated dinner, but that unfortunately wasn't the case. We share this not to take away from how beautiful and memorable our day was, but because we believe The Mill has all the ingredients to deliver a truly seamless experience. With improved communication and a little more focus on time management, future couples will be able to enjoy every aspect of what makes this venue so special--the incredible food, stunning setting, and joyful atmosphere.

I came here for a small conference in early March 2024 and was delighted by the meeting space. At…read morefirst glance, it does not look promising on the outside as it's in the middle of a strip mall between two restaurants. But once you enter, it has a lovely reception area with multiple meeting rooms. This place is ideal for gatherings of less than 100 people as it creates an open and welcoming space that is conducive to social connections. The staff was professional and friendly - very service oriented. Another plus is car parking is free and plentiful in front of the entrance. Finally, the location in Glen Allen provides easy access to the interstate highway (I-64) and Route 250.

Our 60th high school class reunion was held at The Place and it was fabulous. The owners were so…read moreaccommodating and helped our committee make the best decisions. The passed hor d'oeuvres and hot buffet food were delicious. i highly recommend The Place.

I don't have enough good things to say about this place!!…read more I flew from Texas as a bridesmaids in one of my good friends weddings. I have never seen a venue like this in my life. It was absolutely INCREDIBLE!!! First off it's HUGE, and second off, they used every inch of it to make it a unique stunning wedding venue. I was so blown away the first time I saw it I swear to you I about cried. The staff. THE. STAFF. YALL. OH MY WORD!!! Like nothing I have ever witnessed in my life. When we left hair and make up to start that way, the bride (and us) were so stressed I literally thought I was going to vomit. But the minute we walked in we hear more "how can I help you" 's than you could ever imagine. WE DIDN'T EVEN DO A REHEARSAL, but the staff was so calm and amazing at telling us what to do, we didn't need one. The staff worked around the clock at this wedding. I have NEVER been so impressed by employees in my life! All around just an incredible venue!!! It made me want to move to Virginia!!

Watched a good friend get married at this venue and it was absolutely amazing. The staff was super…read moreattentive and the facilities were top notch! There were a LOT of people there but thus venue is so large it never felt claustrophobic. It was a great experience and a beautiful wedding!!

It was so good I shamefully went back the next day! I got the kunafa bomb or Dubai chocolate crepe…read morestuffed with strawberries and chocolate. They put a generous amount of kunafa on top of the crepe which gave it such great texture. Only suggestion I have is consistency is key. The crepe I got on day two had kunafa inside. I didn't like that as much. Just put it on top as pictured. Otherwise, the Oreo milkshake was soo good and made with vanilla ice cream and the cookies. Staff explained that they usually make it a different way but again, make it like that. Thank you this was an amazing discovery, it's cute on the inside, and we can't wait to go back.

If you're looking for a cute, cozy, and delicious sweet treat shop in the Richmond/Mechanicsville…read morearea, this place is an absolute gem. The moment you walk in, you're greeted with the most charming décor the green accent pops are everything. The space is filled with live plants, and as someone who is a total sucker for plants, the whole vibe immediately sold me. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and just aesthetically perfect. They offer so many sweet options: ice cream, milkshakes, cookies, macaroons, and of course my personal favorite chocolate-covered strawberries. And let me tell you... these strawberries are it. They're big, juicy, and super fresh. They actually wash and cut them to order, then drizzle warm chocolate directly over them in a cup. You get a long skewer to help you eat them and reach the bottom, which is such a thoughtful touch. It really feels like a luxury treat every time I come here. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. I was greeted as soon as I walked through the door, and everyone made me feel right at home. You can tell they take pride in both their customer service and the quality of their treats. Their menu is huge I still have so much more to explore and I'm honestly excited to come back again and again. And for days when I'm staying in? They even deliver through DoorDash, which is super convenient. If you love cute spaces, great vibes, friendly people, and high-quality treats, you need to check this place out. Highly recommend!

Still a winner but watch out because the price can sneak up on you if you order faster than you…read moreeat. Reservations made well in advance is a must unless you're going at less popular times. Unfortunately parking is always a challenge because of reserved parking so plan ahead and come early if I have a reservation. Lots of steps leading up into the building but there is a ramp for handicap access. Kids were in town so we were visiting all our favorite places. Blue Atlas tapas style variety is always a hit with us. The only disappointment this time was the Elote dumplings. They were basically just corn gnocchi. Not a terrible flavor, but wouldn't bother ordering again. We started with some pretty fun cocktails, and a highlighted wine which I wish I could remember the name of...i think it started with N...It was a light bodied wine with mild floral notes, and a Prosecco feel without the bubbly that went perfect with all the plates. For cocktails, we got tea ceremony, la Siesta, Nicolada. I loved la Siesta and Tea ceremony for their uniqueness and smooth delivery. My son has a sweet tooth for cocktails, which the Nicolada fit but probably a little too sweet for me. For food we got the ever reliable pork belly Bao buns -a bit on the pricey side when you have to order extra to serve a table of four at $6 each, Next the aforementioned elote dumplings, -tacos de trucha which was good but not my favorite, -hanger steak, -Malaysian fried chicken - delicious and a good deal, -shish Barak; unique, and very tasty, -Vietnamese prawn toast, which was delicious , - -steamed mussels- good and enjoyed by most, and the -tortilla Española; solid but underwhelming compared to everything else. Also ordered the Brie special with toast that I loved but some of us got part of the rind which there was a lot of so wasn't as enjoyable for them but the flavors were there. Would've liked a few more heavy protein options but this did not affect our enjoyment of the meal. The hanger steak exceeded my expectations. I'm not always up for steak, but this was done perfectly and well accompanied with a marinated summer squash, cherry tomatoes, and pickled peppers. For dessert we got the ice cream sandwich and the chocolate banoffee budino. They were all out of the Black Forest meringue, so unfortunately, we could not try that. The ice cream sandwiches were a hearty serving and enjoyed by everyone at the table, but I thought the banoffee budino was the best. Unique and very tasty. Would have ordered one to have by myself if I wasn't so full lol.

What a beautiful spot ! I loved the fact that it was inside of an old school building, reminded me…read moreof the days of back when I went to school in a building built in the early 1900's. The seating is both indoors and outside, absolutely astonishing spots. The staff are friendly and chatty and quick with their services ! Absolutely a lovely spot for yummy coffee AND yummy food. Most places have either or- they have BOTH! Will be returning more than I'd like to admit hehe.