Reviews

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: The place was beautiful and the staff was friendly. I did go in expecting a typical tea room and this place was not. That is o.k., because it offers a place for lunch or dinner with a different spin. The tea is unique and very relaxing to enjoy. Good luck and I will be back.

- Anne Morirson 11/16/08

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: We made reservations for 3 persons for tea at 1 PM two weeks in advance at their recommendation. But when we arrived, on time, we were abruptly told 'Bad news' because a large group of Red Hat ladies had come--therefore they had no room for us, despite our reservation. It seems they preferred to cater to a large party rather than to honor their promise of a reservation to us. Do not count on their word if you are planning a special day, as we were. We were disappointed and we won't be back.

- JSnyder 11/15/08

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: This tea room is beautiful and cozy. The service was outstanding and the tea presentation was very unique. Don't go here if you are expecting small sandwhiches and scones, this is not that kind of tea room. It is the kind of tea room to relax and enjoy a cup of tea and have the most wonderful Crepes. Good luck and I will be back.

- Helen Johnson 11/14/08

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: I had lunch at this tea room when it first opened, and although it's not your typical tea room, I found it to be delightful. Although Laura found the room to be a modge podge of asian and french, I found the decor warm and inviting. I think the owner did a wonderful job furnishing this small but comfortable place. I look forward to my next visit.

- Shirley 11/11/08

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: I just visited this interesting non traditional teahouse looking for something new. I was not overly impressed. While my crepe was good, the atmosphere was a little schizophrenic.It could not decide what type of feel it was going for. All at once it was an Asian teahouse, French bistro and Italian winebar, though not blended well at all. Also, I tried my servers suggestion for a flowering tea and I was not impressed at all. The picture in the menu showed a beautiful flower opening up in the pot before my very eyes. What I got looked more like a bunch of weeds that settled to the bottom of a glass teapot. I love crepes and I love tea and would have liked to have added this to my list of favorite places, but sadly I won't be going back.

- Laura 11/06/08

Variety:     Artistry:     Service:     Food: The Board Of Directors of The Virginia Tea Society recently visited Le the' et Crepes Teahouse. The atmosphere combined French and Chinese influence and the service was superb. Our server was most informative, explaining the ways of blending teas and the different characteristics and flavors. We enjoyed several pots of tea selected from their fifteen varieties of flowering teas in addition to their loose teas. For our entree we enjoyed their signature chicken salad (a wonderful green salad served with large piece chicken and a delicious dressing). For dessert, we devoured their marvelous crepes. The four of us ordered four different dessert crepes and shared half with each other. They were to die for!!!! They also offer appetizers and a elegant gourmet dining experiences complete with tea and wine. I highly recommend this teahouse to anyone who reads this review. Aurora Livingston, Director www.virginiateasociety.com

- Aurora Livingston 10/01/08