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Afternoon Tea

The Jefferson's Southern Afternoon Tea is served Friday through Sunday with seatings between 12:00pm and 4:15pm in our breathtaking lobbies. Teas and Friday and Saturday are served on the Mezzanine balcony overlooking the Rotunda. Sunday tea is served in the Palm Court under the Tiffany stained glass.

Please call 804-649-4710 for reservations.

Chocolate Lovers Tea

Chocolate Lover’s Tea

Southern Afternoon Tea

  • Assorted Finger Sandwiches
  • Freshly Baked Scones served with Devonshire Cream and Strawberry Preserves
  • A Selection of Pastries and Tea Breads
  • Choice of Tea
  • $40.00, plus tax and gratuity, per person

Chocolate Lover’s Tea

  • Served every first and third Saturday of each month
  • A selection of decadent chocolate desserts is also included
  • $45.00, plus tax and gratuity, per person

Children's Tea

  • For ages 4-8
  • $35.00, plus tax and gratuity, per child for Afternoon Tea
  • $40.00, plus tax and gratuity, per child for Chocolate Lover's Tea
  • Children age 3 and under dine at no charge. One paying adult per child under 3 please
  • Please provide ages of children at time of reservation
Specialty Menus

A gluten free menu is available at an additional charge of $6.00 per person. Nut or dairy free menus are available at an additional charge of $4.00 per person.  Please request these options at the time of reservation.

Celebratory Beverages

A selection of wines and sparkling wines is also available for purchase.

Parking

Guests of afternoon tea are invited to self-park at no charge.  Valet parking is also available at a cost of $15.00.  

Cancellation Policy

Credit card guarantees are required for all afternoon tea reservations.

For parties of 5 or less, cancellations are accepted at no charge until 3 days prior to your reservation. You may change the number of guests for your reservation up to 24 hours in advance. The final guest count given will be the amount you are charged on the day of your reservation.  If you do not cancel your reservation and do not show, you will be charged for the full amount.   

For parties of 6-12, cancellations are accepted at no charge until one week prior to your reservation. You may change the number of guests for your reservation up to 72 hours in advance. The final guest count will be the amount you are charged on the day of your reservation.  If you do not cancel your reservation and do not show, you will be charged for the full amount.  

For groups of 13 or more, a contract will be required.