This was my first time going to Draper Blooms. I took my step-daughters, one who had a birthday…read morecoming up. We had two children's tea and I did the Victorian for myself. It is a cute place and the decor is beautiful. The girls had a good time. I do feel that after seeing pictures of previous guests that some of the food must have been scaled back. Previous pics on facebook and google reviews show the food stands full complete with fruit, grapes and such. No macaroons. Just expected to see a lot more on the food disply for the price. The food was delicious though. My only complaint is I did not receive the deviled eggs that comes with the Victorian High Tea. Despite that, I would book this service again for the girls just to see their faces light up. They were so excited and we had fun.

Draper Blooms has been a treat for us many times in the past. Its always been a little pricey but…read moreworth it. Now, under new management, it has really turned into something else. The price has absolutely skyrocketed, an exorbitant tip was added on, they couldnt split the check, and after an hour and a half we were asked to leave to turn the table around. The sandwiches were not as good, the jam and cream not made in house. And pretty sure that lame excuse of some cookies and mini cupcakes, that were prett bad, was storebpught and a huge disappointment. It is NOTHING like the quality we experienced before and definitely not for the money. We will not be returning.

Such an amazing experience! Our server was very welcoming…read moreand interactive and funny. It was a bit busy so we expected a slight delay on drinks/food, but our server kept checking on us every few minutes and kept our drinks full. The atmosphere/design is very unique and offers great talking points for the table. You can look around and always find something new you haven't seen before. For food, I got the French dip, my husband got the fried catfish, and mom got the smash burger. Food was EXCELLENT. The au jus from the French dip was not overly salty as I've had in the past, and it was the perfect amount for the sandwich. Not like other places that will either give you a big tub of au jus or ever a small saucer cup. After lunch, we walked around as they have a shopping area inside with soaps, handmade pottery/kitchenware, and local vendor products such as hatch chile cream cheese and pickled vegetables. Price was very favorable too and didn't seem to be overly priced where the business/vendor up charges significantly to make a huge profit. Definitely worth stopping by even if you only have time for Togo coffee, a snack, of just to shop around!

We were looking for a brunch place on our way home from Charlotte and found this amazing restaurant…read morein Draper, Virginia. Tucked away in the hills of Draper, the Mercantile and Trading Company restaurant is in a remodeled restaurant that used to be a post office. It is reminiscent of a Cracker Barrel but with more style, pizzazz and variety of products available, from stationery to kitchen gadgets to homemade chocolates. The server seated us and was very attentive to our needs. From the bottomless coffee to the follow-up order for one of those homemade biscuits, our server made us feel like we were her only customer! We loved this! Our family ordered the eggs, bacon and toast, as well as a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, the granola parfait with berries, and the kid-sized omelette with a side of sausage patties. The portions were large and no one was left wanting for more food. We had to try the biscuit, so we sampled parts of it but ended up getting most of it "to go." The flavor reminded me of the biscuits my mom used to make when I was a kid. Delicious! We highly recommend this restaurant and know you will find a little bit of something for everyone here. The restaurant has plenty of room for all diners, inside or on the large wraparound porch. The food is served in large portions and the service is second to none. We will definitely be coming back the next time we are in the area.

It was a great place. Unfortunately they closed a year ago. I repeat, closed. They did make a…read morewonderful cup of tea

The Fox and Fairy Teahouse is a recent fantastic addition to the food and beverage scene in Hinton…read more Opened in late summer/early Fall 2023, this spot has quickly won many fans in the area. The Colonel (a big tea aficionado) has been holding board game events there on Saturdays about once a month. I recently had a quick bite of lunch there with a friend. They serve an astonishing number of teas in a variety of cups. Keira will explain everything to tea novices, and you can get single servings, double servings, or a pot. They have white, green, red, black, and herbal teas. Then they have hot grilled cheeses, cold wraps, deli sandwiches, and cookies and brownies for dessert. In addition, they have fun lil tchotchkes for sale, Der Sprossling bought an articulated wooden dragon toy recently for his mantel. Follow them on Facebook to keep abreast of the variety of activities going on, including tarot readings and other New Age events for body and soul. They have off-street parking to the side of the building. It is flat and pretty accessible. They have a bathroom, but I didn't use it, I'm presuming gender neutral/single occupancy because I only saw one door.

Pinkies out! The formal Classic Afternoon Tea in the Homestead's beautiful Audubon Dining Room is…read moredifferent from it's "complimentary" (for resort guests) social tea hour. Reservations are required for the tea hour which runs on Friday and Saturday from 3-4pm. Its runs about $55 per person and is worth it for the lovely experience of tiers of treats, live piano music, and impeccable service. The menu had about a dozen tea options and listed the items on each tier. We both chose the same unique pear raspberry green tea. The blueberry-lemon and raspberry-white chocolate scones were fantastic! The standouts of the tea. Not to mention, the house-made profiteroles stuffed with blueberry pastry cream, various macarons, hand made artsy caramels, and liqueur-infused chocolates. The finger sandwiches were the typical salmon with dill and cucumber. It was not over the top with extra frills, but for those who love a traditional afternoon tea, this totally hit the spot.

The family that owns this establishment are amazing people, the shop is so cute and fits the…read moreambiance of abingdon in its entirety, the Lavender sweet tea is probably my favorite drink ever invented. You can not!!! Go wrong with stopping here, the tea, and dessert selection is amazing in itself then when you factor in the tea parties and the amazing staff then it's absolutely perfect!!

This was such a delightful experience! I'm so glad there is an Afternoon tea here. I went with one…read moreof my friends, dressed in our best tea attire and had a ball. Not only was the experience luxurious but the food was to die for. We had a salad and a three tier finger food sampling. Ended it with a delish mini dessert. Not to mention you pick 2 teas to sip on throughout the experience. They switch their menu every season and we will definitely be going back. This is perfect for catching up with a longtime friend or just a day out with the girls. Highly recommend!

I had the privilege to be a guest at a wedding here last month. Interesting set up. The first two…read morefloors comprise the venue and the top floors of the building are apartments. I don't understand how the noise from events would not bother the residents. Anyway, it's very lovely inside. There's a large room upstairs and then a balcony all the way around the second level so you can see the first level from just about any position. The first floor has a large bar, dance floor, and some seating. It was fun time celebrating with the newlyweds!

From the owner: Patrick Henry Ballroom is a classic atmosphere for gala receptions, weddings, business events,…read moresales conferences, concerts, and other special events in the Roanoke area. Entertaining since 1925, our facility was spectacularly renovated in 2011 and now offers all the historic charm of its original architecture plus the amenities and technology necessary for today's events. Our five event spaces -- the Club House/South Lobby, the Tea Room, the Governor's Suite, the Promenade, and the Grand Ballroom -- each provide a dramatic and distinctive backdrop for your event, whether personal or corporate. Contact us today for package options and to schedule a tour!

This coffee/tea shop is located within the building that houses State Street Brewing Company. The…read moreowner Debi is awesome. The shop is fairly new, and offers a great selection of high quality coffees and teas from around the world.

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One of the best meals I have ever had in Martinsville, Henry County. Every dish was delicious. The…read moreBlackeye Pea Dip was superb and the Bread Pudding was scrumptious. There is no other restaurant like Third Bay Cafe in Martinsville. It is upscale without being stuffy -- nicely decorated, comfortable atmosphere and the staff all seem to want to make your experience first rate.

This cute and cozy restaurant is truly one of Martinsville's best places to eat. I absolutely love…read moretheir shrimp and grits for dinner and stopping by for a sandwich during their lunch hours. Everyone is always so friendly and welcoming!

A lot of people say this food is good, and I'm just not getting it! It was almost inedible. My…read moredaughter didn't touch her salad and ate only 1 or 2 fries. I tried to eat my taco salad, because I don't want to offend anyone, but I couldn't. I forget what my sister ordered, but she couldn't eat it either. The food was truly bad. The service was good.

ordered a Philly steak and cheese sub on August 3rd as I proceeded to eat it it was ok untill I got…read moretowards the end and found a hair in it I called them and told the girl about it she told me that everybody had their hair tied back and the owner was cooking she told me if I would bring it back they would refund me or make it over I told her it was towards the end of the sandwich she said she would give me a 10 percent discount on my next order why would I want to go back for a second hair Like