A lovely tea with my granddaughter today. The food was beyond delicious. I have been to many tearooms and would rate SS cuisine the best. And so accommodating to a picky 8 year old. Five plus stars read more

Guy's listen up. If you've never experienced a high tea you're missing out. This IS the place. Not putting the Jefferson Hotel down, this is just a different gastronomic experience kind of thing. My 1st time and it won't be my last. Just when you think that you've experienced something super flavorful they come out with something that is even more delicious. Al and Shena-Rae, the owners, treated us like family. This is an amazing experience for anyone. You need reservations because they have a small seating capacity. This is good problem to have because it allows for that personal touch. Highly recommend. read more

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Wonderful tea experience! Staff was SO NICE and helpful! Everything on the tea tower was delicious, plus you get a cup of soup! The specially blended teas are blended in house and were all so good! The ambiance is really cute, cozy, and welcoming. Will be back! read more

Southern Serenity - Tea tower - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Best afternoon tea spot! The chef came out to greet my table and also tried to explain the menu which was great since this was my first time. I got the classic tea tower which is perfect for two people. The sandwiches and desserts were fantastic pairs perfectly with their selections of tea. The earl grey and jasmine were floral and fragrant! If you're looking for a Bridgerton/Downtown Abbey vibe for your afternoon, this is the place to go! Very quaint, very classy. Love it! read more

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Amazing! Totally worth the 500 mile drive! The scone alone was worth it, but that beef stew was the highlight of my day! read more

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Southern Serenity has a charming ambiance with vintage upholstered chairs, elegant china, dainty hanging florals and fairy lights which create a relaxing afternoon tea experience. The menu changes monthly and offers a nice variety of sweet and savory treats. We enjoyed two tea selections during our visit. A tasty scone was our first course. Next course - potato soup - served in a dainty dessert glass - was a wonderful blend of potatoes, cream, bacon and chives. Next came the tiered serving tray with a variety of nibbles that were beautifully presented and quite tasty. Service is exceptional - the owners are so welcoming and friendly. Be sure to stop in and enjoy this local treasure. Make your reservation online to ensure seating. read more

Southern Serenity - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I love Southern Serenity and recommend it to everyone. The atmosphere is so unique, and the service is truly the best ever- couldn't ask for more. I enjoy trying tea but am mainly obsessed with the food. The chef is AMAZING and other staff are great too! Farrell especially! I love how welcoming everyone is. You can feel comfortable wearing fanciest tea attire or simply come as you are and still feel like it's a special occasion. Make a reservation! It does get busy. Plenty of parking though! read more

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Let your worries melt away when you enter this tranquil and relaxing tearoom & cafe. Highlighted with peaceful turquoise walls, Victorian décor including colorful fans, a warm fireplace, and cozy nooks, you will certainly see why this lovely space is called Serenity! I love the curio cabinets filled with china, teacups, and teacups! The pretty tables are covered with white tablecloths, sprays of flowers, and tea accoutrements. The tea ware is beautiful and if you are lucky, your tea may just be served in one of the owner's Sadler teapots! The owners, Shena-Rae and Al, have done an incredible job creating this soothing tearoom! I came in on a whim and their southern hospitali-tea was so welcoming! I just had time for the cream tea, which came with an endless pot of tea and 2 scones (vanilla) and jam/cream/lemon curd. The scones were light and fluffy, some of the best I've ever had! They just melted in you mouth! The tea was robust and perfectly balanced with amber hues that warmed my soul! I will definitely be returning to sample the menu! That quiche is calling me back! Here's to Southern Sereni-tea!! read more

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This is a surprise gem you won't be expecting in the area they are located. Went for the first time today for their Christmas tea. It was nicely decorated and the service was great. The second course of the three course offering was beef stew which I was honestly skeptical about at first but I have to say it was some of the best I've had. The salmon and cucumber sandwich was awesome. Will definitely be back again. Great little place. read more

Southern Serenity - Sandwiches and sweet treats - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Sweet owner and wants you to enjoy your time. For the price I've had much higher quality sandwiches elsewhere. Place has potential but sandwiches are nothing special. Tea selection is great! read more

What a lovely hidden gem. I met a friend for lunch, the restaurant was totally booked but they found a way to accommodate us. The decor reminded me of when I was a child playing with my old fashion tea set, so cute. I chose the Leisurely Lunch in which there are two courses. Course 1 was a scone served with peach jam and cream, the scone was so light and fluffy and let's not talk about the peach jam, it was so delicious it left me speechless. Course 2, I ordered the pest chicken salad sandwich and the tomato soup, everything was nice and light and flavorful. I had then blueberry cinnamon crumble delightful and refreshing. Great service all around, I can't wait to go back again, again, again and again. read more

Been here many times! The food is always fresh, the scones are light and fluffy, their homemade clotted cream is wonderful! Beautiful selection of delicious teas. Stop in or make a reservation. A wide variety of foods and ways to enjoy their selections. read more

Southern Serenity - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Where to begin. Gentlemen greeted my daughter and I at the door. Very kind and gracious. Our server was phenomenal. She had the right amount of personality, friendliness and knowledge to make our experience wonderful. The chef/owner came out to describe the servings on the tower and to see how we liked everything. What an incredible chef and owner. This level of interest by a business owner in their customers experience is hard to find nowadays. The entire experience from tea to food, greeting to ending, server to owner was simply spectacular. I would do this again in a heartbeat and would definitely recommend Southern Serenity when in Richmond. read more

Southern Serenity - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

What a treat! Wonderful teas, and the food (all homemade in house) was absolutely delicious!! Will absolutely return, one in my party with us was on her third visit, hyped the place up and it did not disappoint. read more

what a delightful experience at southern serenity! the tea selection was vast and delicious, and all the food was delicately prepared and plated. The service team were kind and knowledgeable in the overall feel of the dining room was so relaxing and pretty. I can't wait to come back! read more

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This new tea room is situated in a strip mall. Once you enter you feel the charm and warmth. The owners are incredibly friendly and welcoming. All the food and tea we had was fresh and delicious. The scone was really tasty. I was a little surprised that it came first and unfortunately it was so delicious that I filled up on it and the soup and had little room for the other treats included in the full afternoon tea. Thankfully I was able to bring home the treats for later. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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This place is absolutely adorable. I booked reservations for a Saturday and my friend was running about 10 minutes late so the owner sent me next to the fire and made sure I was comfortable. I didn't know that it was a mom and Pop shop and their three sons were also back there. Everybody was so kind and respectful And the service was amazing and the food was freshly made, and the tea was amazing too of course read more

Southern Serenity - The amazing house made food - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I ventured 45 min from home to find something yummy for breakfast when hubby instructed me to take a day for myself. The nicest man (and husband of the chef) at the door offered me their "rose" table near the window. The special tea that I chose was purple papaya berry and not only was it beautiful but also delicious. I loved every bite of food and the small friendly conversation with the staff and chef who delivers and spiels the main tiered attraction to every table. I definitely plan on coming back with my family as I saw another table walk in with kids and everyone enjoying themselves. There was a special Father's Day menu posted by the door. I highly recommend calling and making a reservation for this special day! read more

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Wow! This is definitely a hidden gem within the Richmond area. My family and I have tried all the tea rooms Richmond has to offer but this is by far our favorite. The service is outstanding, a husband and wife owned business that they put their heart and soul into. Even though it was quite busy on a Saturday afternoon, they had adequate staff to handle everything. Most of the food is house made which makes the whole experience even more personal. We even found out the chef behind it all went to a very prestigious culinary school! Being vegetarians, we didn't know what to expect and if it would be enough food for us but we were pleasantly surprised. Our favorite was the arugula and tomato sandwich with a house made hummus on wheat bread. It's budget friendly at $30/ a person, I almost felt like they were undercharging for how much food you get. While the location is just in a shopping center, once you step inside it's like you're in England. The ambiance and decorations of the entire facility are beautiful. I will be recommending this to friends and I myself will be back! read more

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The food is absolutely to die for, the tea is delicious, everyone there is amazing. And the prices? Ridiculously good for a tea service. Nowhere else compares. read more

Amazing Tea Time experience. It's a Cozy welcoming ambiance. Just the right size for every party to make their own special experience. The Customer Service is top notch. From the Greeter to the Server and including the personal visit by the Chef. She explained the preparation of each item. I like it's done to celebrate the different seasons. Some honorable mentions from the Tea time was: The Scone with the homemade cream & apricot spread. The Tomato Pumpkin Soup was so delicious! I do r like Pumpkin and my friend doesn't like Tomato but this Soup should be sold! The Green Macaroon was sweet so so flavorful! The price is right. I highly recommend visiting this establishment. It is run with personality and excellence read more

Husband and wife hosts do a great job of providing a perfect tea party experience. You'll feel like you're at your grandmothers house using her china and having tea. The tea blend of the day was different but very good. The treats were just one delicious bite after another. Very pretty display. I asked for vegan options fully expecting to not have much to eat. I was very surprised at all the things they brought me. It was a great treat for me!! Super fun place for book club, birthday or just a time to slow down and visit. They do a nice job!! read more

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Went here with my friends, one of which has celiac disease. The owner was so super accomodating and over the top nice. Picture below is the gluen free plate. AMAZING!!! The whole event was just spectactular. The tea, the food, the place settings, the staff were just so great. I cannot recommend enough! Thank you for a great time! read more

Southern Serenity - Gluten Free Tower - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Food is so yummy and the service is amazing! Ambiance is cute. Definitely will be back again!!

This place is so cute; a diamond in the rough. The service is always nice and the food is delicious. You can tell the owners take pride in their products. My daughter and I went here once a about a year ago and we've been back serval times just because. It's our little lunch spot. The scones are delicious and the highlight of the tea. We always try a new tea flavor when we go and haven't been disappointed yet. read more

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at Serenity. The warm and cozy atmosphere and friendly staff are so welcoming. We tried the Paris tea and it was amazing. My daughter got the BLT croissant and I got a trio of broccoli cheddar soup, scones and mini desserts. All were delicious. Will be coming again soon! read more

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This place is so great! Went early in the morning with my wife and 2 year old daughter and had the best time. The tea was so delicious and they even brought out a small cup for my daughter to drink tea in. Everyone who works here is so kind and made sure we were happy at all points during our visit. I highly recommend coming here. We were early in the morning so it wasn't overly busy, but they said that the afternoon tea can get very busy so the owners recommended reservations. We will absolutely be back again. read more

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Quaint tea room! I love the speciality events and the at home feel whenever I visit. Had the pleasure of attending the first seating when they opened and have been back since. Lovely family running the business and improving the community. read more

Southern Serenity - Holiday Tea experience - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was treated to tea at Southern Serenity Tea a couple Saturdays ago. It was outstanding. Service was excellent and the food was absolutely delicious. They also had a their own blend of tea, along with others, that was one of the best I've had. I will definitely go back. read more

I'm so glad there's a place in Richmond to go for afternoon tea! The food was delicious and service was great. I feel like everything is priced appropriately. I can't wait to go back! read more

We made a reservation for a Saturday morning brunch at the Southern Serenity Tea Room for my birthday, and I was blown away! Right on entering we were greeted by kind staff, and led to a beautifully set up table. The whole place is decorated to theme, complete with tranquil music. It's extremely clean, all the tea and food was incredibly fresh, and the staff were both knowledgeable and passionate. I so enjoyed the scone, the teas, all the tea sandwiches, and their vinaigrette is to die for! We met both owners, who we are happy to continue supporting! One of them was even kind enough to give us a run down of what on the menu was egg-free, as my partner has an allergy. They were extremely accommodating. I truly can't say enough wonderful things about this amazing place- beautiful, peaceful, delicious, a perfect experience (they even gave me a free dessert plate for my birthday ). I will be back any free weekend I have! read more

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The presentation of the food and taste was great, All Hosts friendly and informative. The ambience was serene with southern charm. A great place to come with a love one or have an event. read more

The service was amazing. The food doesn't disappoint, everything I tasted was so good! There are a variety of teas to choose from. The decor and ambiance were beautiful. The presentation of the food and teas were breath taking. read more

First of all, don't be put off that this charming spot is in a strip mall. As soon as you enter you are transported to a different place and, bonus, there's lots of parking. The owner is very friendly and gracious. My daughter and I got their Leisurely Lunch Tea which was the perfect amount of food. We split a pot of Earl Grey that was perfectly brewed and, unlike other tea rooms, the tea bags or loose tea were not left in it to become too strong and bitter. The option for a cozy might have been nice to keep the pot hotter longer. We were given the option of a soup or salad. We both got the salad that had a yummy maple lemon vinaigrette. Also the scone was tender and warm. I'm pretty sure the clotted cream was homemade. I appreciated that it wasn't just whipped cream. We got three tea sandwiches each. My daughter stole my cucumber sandwich. The other two were pimento cheese and ham (yummy!) and chicken salad in a small croissant. The best thing on the plate however was this bonus amuse-bouche. A quarter of a Compari tomato topped with pesto and shaved Reggiano Parmesan. So good! The pot of tea was bottomless but we were too full to have anymore. I encourage you to support this local business. read more

Southern Serenity - Tea Rooms Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The service was amazing. I am vegan and was with a group of Individuals who were not. I was pleasantly surprised that I did not have to just eat salad but there were accommodations so I could have the same items but with a vegan twist. read more

Absolutely Fantastic! A great assortment of teas, and excellent both sweet and savory's. Took my mom there for the afternoon tea, and it was the best scones we had had since we were in London. Absolutely would recommend! read more

Service was great, presentation was lovely and the food and teas were all absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to go back again!!

Excellent food. The risotto with asparagus, fresh peas, and prosciutto was a revelation, as were the mini Cheese Biscuits. All the tea sandwiches and sweets were equally scrumptious. We were greeted warmly. Our tea pot and water glasses were never empty. Charming ambiance - a Victorian vibe and twinkle lights. Great value. Could not recommend this cafe more highly. read more

It was very nice. A bit weird on a few things. I don't want ranch on my cucumber sandwiches. Call me weird. The tea was very delightful. It was good. Nice seconds. read more

This tearoom is so lovely! The husband and wife team, as well as all the staff, made us feel so welcome. The tea was delicious (especially the blue mango!) and all the food was equally tasty. The scones were so delicate that they practically fell apart; the best I'd ever had! All the teacups, sugar bowls, creamers, and teapots were so charming! Our group of ladies all wore hats or fascinators to add to the fun! We had a wonderful time at Southern Serenity...and several of us have already made reservations to come back! read more