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 Level 3 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 art-filled surroundings, special 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 phoning 804.340.5780 or emailing amuse@vmfa.museum.

Wednesday Supper

Join us for a delightful three-course menu priced at $40. This special menu is a great way to enjoy the cuisine, service, and views that Amuse has to offer at a friendly price point. The menu changes weekly and is available only during our Wednesday dinner service, which is from 5 pm until 8 pm. Please note that tax and service are not included.


Menus

Drink Menu Brunch Menu Lunch Menu Dinner Menu Dessert Menu Happy Hour Menu Italian Wine Dinner Menu

Upcoming Events

Amuse Event | Italian Winter Wine Dinner

Amuse Event | Italian Winter Wine Dinner

Fri, Jan 24 | 6–9 pm
$145 per person*
Advance purchase is required.

Join us for Amuse Restaurant’s next curated wine dinner experience and the first of the 2025 season. You'll be seated in the Birch Douglass Private Dining Room, where each entrancing course will be carefully paired with masterfully selected wines. Hosted by our chef team and certified sommelier, the evening will explore comforting and delicious dishes from various regions of Italy. 

*Price is inclusive of menu, wine pairings, tax, and service.

Prices
$145.00 for Adult

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