This tea room is a 5 star, luxury experience! I personally know the owners and employees and they are amazing, genuine people! They have a great business that I recommend everyone check out if you are in or visiting the Richmond VA area! The atmosphere is so peaceful. My experience was unforgettable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Variety of English Sandwiches Including the Traditional English, Cucumber Sandwich on Sourdough Bread English Egg Salad Sandwich, Sweet Savory Assortment
Sharon Booth
This place rocks!!!! Very classy, food and tea are great!!!! The best part is the people. Everybody is very friendly but also very professional. Nathan is very knowledgeable about the teas which I find interesting. My family has loved both times we have been there. Love the new building. Daniel and Clarissa are the best!!!! God bless y'all's business!!!!
I don't have enough positive things to say about The Queen's Library! The teas, food and atmosphere are perfect for a relaxing afternoon. The owners and staff go way above and beyond to make sure everyone feels welcome and has a great time. The décor inside is full of unique antiques and little personal touches that add to the experience. Definitely give it a try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alicia Tanner
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Queen’s Library. The staff were kind and knowledgeable about the various types of tea and I loved learning about the heart behind everything from the owners. Also, the customer service was incredibly helpful and able to answer every question I had. I look forward to the next time I can go and support this great business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Variety of English Sandwiches Including the Traditional English, Afternoon Tea, Sweet Savory Assortment
A. Rosnob
Thank you for a delightful experience! It has been difficult to find an authentic afternoon tea with vegan options in RVA and even the DMV. As an English-American, this certainly checked all the boxes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
srjdturner
I recently hosted a bridal shower in the mural room at The Queen’s Library. The afternoon was absolutely exquisite, and the guests were raving about the whole experience. Truly, all I had to do was show up and the Queens Library team took care of the rest. There were so many special touches that made for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the bride-to-be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shayna Wilkins
Simply the best! I booked with the Queen's Library Tea Room for my bridal shower recently, and it was an absolute delight! The service, the food and just the general vibe was out of this world! I look forward to coming back for more tea!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie Johnson
I went to a bridal shower here for my friend and I absolutely loved it! The owners are so friendly, accommodating and very knowledgeable about the history of tea and its significance. The tea is FANTASTIC. Best tea I’ve ever had. Also best cheesecake I’ve ever had. The environment is cozy and comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Afternoon Tea
Marie Pellissier
The atmosphere was lovely, but the tea itself was awful. They made a big deal about using Fortnum and Mason teas, and then served pots without enough tea leaves in them so that you got lightly colored water instead of a robust cup of tea. We let our Earl Grey steep for over ten minutes and it looked practically anemic. The food was fine but this was not worth the $55 per person. I had been really looking forward to proper clotted cream and jam and a scone but the cream was just butter and the scone was disappointing and flavorless. Best part of the food were the roast beef finger sandwiches but even those were soggy on the bottom.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Srjdturner T.
I recently hosted a bridal shower in the mural room at the Queen's Library Tea Room. The afternoon was absolutely exquisite, and the guests were raving about the whole experience. Truly, all I had to do was show up and the Queen's Library team took care of the rest. There were so many special touches that made for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the bride-to-be.
For one, you need to pay and reserve ahead of time online, and rather than pay for individual items you pay for a 2 hour experience. I'll admit I had my doubts about being sold an "experience", but was pleasantly surprised by how good it was! Not only are all the teas (you get to try 3 over your time there) very good, the foods are all locally made! In a city where so many serve teas with artificial flavors and pre-boxed goods, it was a relief to my palate. Host was a young gentleman clearly very passionate and knowledgable not just of the teas, but the local businesses they supported with the service and the rich history surrounding the brews! also very kind to someone who chooses to go to these alone rather than with groups. I didnt feel neglected and was left comfortably with my book and drink~
Juliana Grassia
You’re really paying for the vibes, which were nice. The food was okay- took a long time to come to the table. We spent a lot of time waiting for our tea to be refilled, and felt awkward trying to get the attention of servers. It was good tea (especially the pink one at the beginning). The event description also said it included a “special takeaway gift” but we did not receive anything.My main concern, though, is finding out how much missionary work and Christian evangelizing is tied into this business. For example, the cheesecakes are made by Mission Cheesecakes, which funds mission trips with their profits. The owners are part of Life Church in Mechanicsville, which has questionable beliefs and exclusionary practices. I’m honestly disappointed that rather than my money going to “local partners” (as was described during tea service) it is instead funding practices that are against my values.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
James Harkrader
The owners are scammers. I rented a space to them and they exploited an oversight of the management company to never pay their rent. When they were discovered, they vacated the property. Moreover, they illegally entered a storage area on the property and took many items and refused to return them, evading every request. These people do not deserve your business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Michelle Mellon
Such a delightful experience from start to finish. The teas were excellent, the setting was lovely and comfortable, the service was world-class, and I really appreciated how they served food from local businesses (the food was also excellent). Also appreciated the owner sharing the stories of those foods as well as the story of their own business. Can't recommend enough!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tabetha C.
Bought my mom a gc for Xmas. There was a slight hiccup but the owners quickly handled. My mother raved about the food, the tea, the atmosphere, the presentation! She can't wait for me to visit soon so she can take me.
This tea room is a 5 star, luxury experience! I personally know the owners and employees and they are amazing, genuine people! They have a great business that I recommend everyone check out if you are in or visiting the Richmond VA area! The atmosphere is so peaceful. My experience was unforgettable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Variety of English Sandwiches Including the Traditional English, Cucumber Sandwich on Sourdough Bread English Egg Salad Sandwich, Sweet Savory Assortment
This place rocks!!!! Very classy, food and tea are great!!!! The best part is the people. Everybody is very friendly but also very professional. Nathan is very knowledgeable about the teas which I find interesting. My family has loved both times we have been there. Love the new building. Daniel and Clarissa are the best!!!! God bless y'all's business!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Afternoon Tea, Sweet Savory Assortment
I don't have enough positive things to say about The Queen's Library! The teas, food and atmosphere are perfect for a relaxing afternoon. The owners and staff go way above and beyond to make sure everyone feels welcome and has a great time. The décor inside is full of unique antiques and little personal touches that add to the experience. Definitely give it a try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Queen’s Library. The staff were kind and knowledgeable about the various types of tea and I loved learning about the heart behind everything from the owners. Also, the customer service was incredibly helpful and able to answer every question I had. I look forward to the next time I can go and support this great business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Variety of English Sandwiches Including the Traditional English, Afternoon Tea, Sweet Savory Assortment
Thank you for a delightful experience! It has been difficult to find an authentic afternoon tea with vegan options in RVA and even the DMV. As an English-American, this certainly checked all the boxes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently hosted a bridal shower in the mural room at The Queen’s Library. The afternoon was absolutely exquisite, and the guests were raving about the whole experience. Truly, all I had to do was show up and the Queens Library team took care of the rest. There were so many special touches that made for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the bride-to-be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simply the best! I booked with the Queen's Library Tea Room for my bridal shower recently, and it was an absolute delight! The service, the food and just the general vibe was out of this world! I look forward to coming back for more tea!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went to a bridal shower here for my friend and I absolutely loved it! The owners are so friendly, accommodating and very knowledgeable about the history of tea and its significance. The tea is FANTASTIC. Best tea I’ve ever had. Also best cheesecake I’ve ever had. The environment is cozy and comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Afternoon Tea
The atmosphere was lovely, but the tea itself was awful. They made a big deal about using Fortnum and Mason teas, and then served pots without enough tea leaves in them so that you got lightly colored water instead of a robust cup of tea. We let our Earl Grey steep for over ten minutes and it looked practically anemic. The food was fine but this was not worth the $55 per person. I had been really looking forward to proper clotted cream and jam and a scone but the cream was just butter and the scone was disappointing and flavorless. Best part of the food were the roast beef finger sandwiches but even those were soggy on the bottom.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
I recently hosted a bridal shower in the mural room at the Queen's Library Tea Room. The afternoon was absolutely exquisite, and the guests were raving about the whole experience. Truly, all I had to do was show up and the Queen's Library team took care of the rest. There were so many special touches that made for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the bride-to-be.
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For one, you need to pay and reserve ahead of time online, and rather than pay for individual items you pay for a 2 hour experience. I'll admit I had my doubts about being sold an "experience", but was pleasantly surprised by how good it was! Not only are all the teas (you get to try 3 over your time there) very good, the foods are all locally made! In a city where so many serve teas with artificial flavors and pre-boxed goods, it was a relief to my palate. Host was a young gentleman clearly very passionate and knowledgable not just of the teas, but the local businesses they supported with the service and the rich history surrounding the brews! also very kind to someone who chooses to go to these alone rather than with groups. I didnt feel neglected and was left comfortably with my book and drink~
You’re really paying for the vibes, which were nice. The food was okay- took a long time to come to the table. We spent a lot of time waiting for our tea to be refilled, and felt awkward trying to get the attention of servers. It was good tea (especially the pink one at the beginning). The event description also said it included a “special takeaway gift” but we did not receive anything.My main concern, though, is finding out how much missionary work and Christian evangelizing is tied into this business. For example, the cheesecakes are made by Mission Cheesecakes, which funds mission trips with their profits. The owners are part of Life Church in Mechanicsville, which has questionable beliefs and exclusionary practices. I’m honestly disappointed that rather than my money going to “local partners” (as was described during tea service) it is instead funding practices that are against my values.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
The owners are scammers. I rented a space to them and they exploited an oversight of the management company to never pay their rent. When they were discovered, they vacated the property. Moreover, they illegally entered a storage area on the property and took many items and refused to return them, evading every request. These people do not deserve your business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Such a delightful experience from start to finish. The teas were excellent, the setting was lovely and comfortable, the service was world-class, and I really appreciated how they served food from local businesses (the food was also excellent). Also appreciated the owner sharing the stories of those foods as well as the story of their own business. Can't recommend enough!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bought my mom a gc for Xmas. There was a slight hiccup but the owners quickly handled. My mother raved about the food, the tea, the atmosphere, the presentation! She can't wait for me to visit soon so she can take me.