Amuse Restaurant

VMFA Amuse Restaurant Amuse offers an eclectic mix of Virginia-sourced specialties in an upbeat contemporary setting. Located on Gallery Level 3 of the VMFA McGlothlin Wing. Sunday Brunch: 11:30 am 2:30 pm Lunch (daily): 11:30 am 2:30 pm Tapas (daily): 2:30 4:30 pm Dinner (Thurs + Fri): 5 8 pm Photo: Travis Fullerton ©Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Amuse is a seasonal, farm to table driven restaurant, located on the third floor of the museum. Whether you are dining in our main dining room, full-service bar, or our private dining room, you will be able to take in sweeping views of the Robins Sculpture Garden and the museum’s Cochrane Atrium. Our team works diligently to provide a menu that is directly inspired by the art-filled surroundings, current exhibitions, and seasonality while also carefully selecting only the finest ingredients from local vendors, artisans, and farmers.To book our private dining room for parties of 15 or more, please inquire by calling (804) 340-5780 or by emailing us at amuse@vmfa.museum.

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Upcoming Events


Chicago Steakhouse Wine Dinner

Wed, Oct 25, 2023 | 6–9 pm
Amuse

Join us for Amuse Restaurant's curated wine dinner experience of the season. You'll be seated in the Birch Douglass Private Dining Room, where each entrancing course will be carefully paired with masterfully selected wines. The evening will be hosted by our chef team and certified sommelier and will explore the indulgent and timeless classics of the Chicago Steakhouse food scene and history. 

This will be our last wine dinner before the December holidays, so call today to reserve your spot!

$225 per person
Advance reservations required. Phone 804.340.1580 to reserve and pay for tickets.



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