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Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Enjoy cozy dining with great tea, organic dishes, and live music at Robins Tea House inside Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Henrico, VA. Reservations accepted.

4.5 / 5

Guest rating

31

Reviews

Restaurant

Cuisine

Closes at 5:00 PM

Overview

About Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Located within the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Henrico, VA, Robins Tea House offers a cozy and inviting dining experience surrounded by lush garden scenery. This restaurant features a diverse menu with comfort food, organic options, and a notable tea selection that appeals to visitors seeking a relaxing lunch or solo dining spot.

Guests can enjoy both indoor seating and outdoor dining amid beautiful floral views. The atmosphere is family-friendly and welcoming to diverse groups, including LGBTQ+ guests. Live music events are occasionally hosted, enhancing the peaceful garden setting.

Robins Tea House is recognized for its accessibility, providing wheelchair accessible entrances, restrooms, and seating. The menu includes small plates, vegetarian options, coffee, beer, wine, and alcohol, with popular dishes like the salmon on brioche bun and chicken salad bistro box. Reservations are accepted, and there is no delivery service available.

Great tea selection Live music Family-friendly Wheelchair accessible Vegetarian options Accepts credit & debit cards Women-owned business

Quick facts

  • 1800 Lakeside Ave, Henrico, VA 23228
  • +1 804-262-9887
  • Dine-in & outdoor seating
  • Hours may vary; reservations accepted
  • Offerings include brunch, lunch, and dessert
  • Good for groups and solo dining
  • Catering available
  • On-site restroom available
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in
  • No Delivery

Highlights

  • Great tea selection
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Organic dishes
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
Hours

Opening hours

When Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is open during the week.

Closes at 5:00 PM

  • Monday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Reviews

Reviews for Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

What recent guests say after dining at Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.

4.5/ 5

Based on 31 guest reviews

Rating distribution

5 71%
4 19%
3 3%
2 3%
1 3%

Nancy L

Jun 03, 2026

"The tea house restaurant is set apart from the main building nestled in the garden itself giving you the feeling you're not in Richmond, Va anymore. The food is pretty tasty and the service is very friendly. It's worth checking out, so what are you waiting for?!"

khang nathan n

Apr 29, 2026

"great place to see the views and flowers i came with my friends during the holidays and it was great"

Tiffany L White

Apr 07, 2026

"One of my favorite places. If you want good family photos and wedding pics please visit here."

Jean Westcott

Apr 01, 2026

"A lovely setting, spacious and beautiful dining room, attentive service and simply delicious food. During Lightfest it is especially wonderful."

Kari Ann Ramsey

Mar 23, 2026

"ordered the bistro box and a bottled lemonade on my phone. said it would be ready in 30 minutes... got a message ten minutes later that it was ready for pick up!!"

Holly C

Mar 21, 2026

"I didn't have high expectations but the food was actually fantastic. I really reccomend the vintners salad."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about dining at Robins Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.

Yes, there is outdoor seating available, allowing guests to enjoy meals surrounded by garden views.

The tea house provides accessible entrances, restrooms, parking, and seating to accommodate visitors with mobility needs.

Reservations are accepted and recommended during busy periods but may not be mandatory at all times.

Yes, the menu features vegetarian dishes as well as organic offerings suitable for varied dietary preferences.

Delivery is not offered; dining options include dine-in and outdoor seating only.

The venue is popular for brunch and lunch, and it also provides catering services for events.

Yes, it is suitable for families and children, offering high chairs and a kids' menu.

Both credit and debit cards are accepted for payment.

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