Restaurants in Williamsburg

“Me Yaca is one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at. Our waitress was so wonderful and attentive and the food was great. The lobster is to die for!! Our experience was great from the time we stepped into the door until we left. You won't be disappointed!! I would give it more stars if I could.”

“Great food and excellent service from our waitress Amanda!”

“On Sept 9 2022 my friends visited Carrabba in Williamsburg during our excusion. The server, Laura, was more of a treat than what we could have imagined. She was friendly, acompandating to us, the seasoned ladies. She knew what to say and how to interpret facial expressions. She didn't get upset when a dish had to be sent back. The manager was gracious also. But Laura, is the consummate server and needs to train others on how to be kind to others whether you want to or not. Give her a Raise!!! We will be back.”

“Great food great service!”

“Kingship coffee is so good I decided to serve it exclusively at my Bistro & Bakery. Viktor is expertly knowledgeable in the many facets of roasting and brewing, it is mind boggling. The customer service is a standard bearer for other local businesses.”

“Once again, Jamie, Allison and everyone in the bar are the best. They treated us like family along with our daughter and son-in-law who went later in the day. Drinks are excellent. Daily specials are fantastic. Staples like the Thai Poppin Shrimp and Sesame Encrusted Tuna appetizers and entrees like their Bistro Steak, Shrimp & Griis or Virginia Style Jambalaya are incredible. Second Street easily offers the best dining experience in Williamsburg. You have to try it!”

“Keep up the amazing job. The food, service, and hospitality are at its finest. We look forward to seeing you all soon. We travel from Hampton roads area to enjoy a delicious meal. Teresa and friends.”

“What a wonderful evening we had! We sat at the bar and were offered cocktail suggestions and pairings. The food was absolutely wonderful. The bartenders were very friendly and accommodating. The chef/owner came to see us after dinner too! We will remember this as one of our the best nights out!”

“Alice was amazing at offering her guidance for some options. We had numerous appetizers and entrees for our group. The pork belly /fried oysters with pimento cheese grits were a table favorite! This was better than some previous experiences in chef table experience !”

“We've been to Amber Ox many times since they opened and never had a bad experience. I was especially impressed tonight (6/13/25) however when we went to dinner with my mother. We were initially seated at a high top table and the hostess took notice of the fact that it was difficult and uncomfortable for my mom to navigate. She took it upon herself to move us to a regular table (#17). Additionally, our server Hailey D. was incredibly sweet and attentive and of course, the food and drinks were impeccable as always. Thank you again for a wonderful dining experience and props to Hailey and the Head Hostess who went above and beyond. Your efforts were much appreciated!”

“When we arrived we were told the wait would be 20 minutes, but we're called to a table in 5 minutes. The waitress immediately came to our table and took our drink order. Drinks took 10 minutes then we ordered and our meals were done in 10. The service was incredible and food was perfect. would definitely recommend it”

“Another great night at the Aberdeen Barn. Drinks and appetizers at the bar. Enjoyed an awesome conversation with a couple from Bethesda. The bartender, Ron, did a great job making all of us feel welcome.”

“Was driving through and decided to take a small detour for local coffee and SO GLAD we did! Now just planning more reasons to be in the area just to try all the other things on menu next time!”

“Came here with my mother-in-law and will rave about the amazing kashmiri, sweet and tangy Chaat of the Day and lamb roth josh that tasted just as amazing the next day. 5. Stars!”

“My husband and I had a fantastic dinner with excellent service! We will definitely be going back! A new must try in the Williamsburg area!”

“The best shrimp tacos I’ve ever had!”

“Awesome food and service, will be back!”

“They’re the most friendly & sweetest!! Plus their food is delicious!!! :)”

“The best Italian in Williamsburg. Marsala, pastas and salads are phenomenal!!”

“AMAZING experience, atmosphere, people - and the foooood!!!! OMGaaaawd. Stupid good. Peanut soup, like wtf, right? Nope. Delish! Got the Prime - and it literally was melt in your mouth stellar! Had the rootbeer, Old Stitch ale, salad, and the snow eggs. Best effing meal EVER! Then, to boot, the staff nailed it on everything! Miranda and Stephen rocked!!! I love you, Miranda!!! We’re inviting you to the wedding! Lol There was even live music!! Worth every penny. Cost less than a mani-pedi! What?!?! Top ten on my list!! Thank you!!!!”

“Anatolia is five-star everything, from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, your heart and stomach happy. My wife and I honeymooned in Turkey and this authentic cuisine from a welcoming family brings back wonderful memories. Nearly every time we're in, we request an item that was a favorite in our travels - but is not on the menu - and they always whip it up with enthusiasm. Both traditional and innovative, this is one of the best dining options in Williamsburg.”

“We had a wonderful dining experience from the welcoming greeters at the door to our wonderful server. The food was amazing from pea soup to steak to dessert, and the punch bowl! The Pringle’s ginger beer drink was very good, too. My daughter loved the oysters. It was a wholesome experience with live music and authenticity in the details (even the silverware is made in Williamsburg). It was also a treat to eat somewhere where historical figures dined in colonial times, but also really an art form to serve a menu inspired by recipes from the 1700s (and everything tasted amazing and fresh). The service was pretty impeccable for the whole staff (lots of servers, greeters, and staff).”

“My wife and I had a truly exceptional date night at Opus 9 Steakhouse. From the moment we walked in, the ambience set the perfect tone — elegant, warm, and inviting. Our waitress, Wren, was phenomenal. She struck the perfect balance of professionalism and personality — funny, attentive, and on point all evening. She made us feel genuinely cared for, and her timing and recommendations were flawless. For dinner, my wife had the Filet Mignon with Potatoes Au Gratin, and I had the NY Strip Au Poivre with the same side. Both were cooked to absolute perfection — tender, flavorful, and plated beautifully. The potatoes au gratin were rich and comforting, the ideal complement to the steaks. My Old Fashioned was also mixed perfectly — smooth, balanced, and one of the best I've had. What really impressed us was the consistency across the board: service, food, cocktails, atmosphere, and presentation all hit the highest standard. Opus 9 delivered the kind of fine-dining experience you hope for when planning a special night out, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. We'll absolutely be back — and if you're lucky enough to have Wren as your server, you're in for a wonderful evening.”

“Fantastic food and service. Got seated right away and a manger took great care and pride in making sure our meals were safe from our allergies. Food was hot and delicious and came out quick. Just a wonderful experience.”

“We Truly Enjoyed Our Recent Mother’s Day Brunch!!!!! The Service Was Great & Our Meals Were Delish ?”

“Great good and exceptional service. Definitely recommend!”

“Thank you Robin, for making our experience at Bonefish truly memorable. Everything was perfect and right on time!”

“Great food, great atmosphere, friendly staff and great wine”

“We have been coming here for years when we come to Busch Gardens! Fantastic food and very good staff! Definitely recommend this place !”

“My friend and I popped in today for some sushi. It was a wonderful place to stop in and eat. The food was excellent! 10/10”

“every single item I've ever tasted has been truly inspired by all the gods! if you want breads baked to perfection this is your spot!”

“Derrick our waiter was exceptional! My daughter and I recently went to a luncheon program in the Regency Room. Other years there has been a buffet, but this time it was a set plate affair. Flank steak was on the menu! My daughter is vegetarian! I quietly inquired of Derrick if a vegetarian plate was possible? As he brought everyone at our table their meat meal, he set a vegetable meal in front of her! She was surprised and delighted! He saved the day!”

“Be sure to fuel up before going in. They will load u as close to 80,000 as possible. 2 hour loading time. No staging area, will not load u early. One lane leaving.”

“I am a new customer and I am very pleased with everything”

“I’m not usually a hot dog fan, but we decided to give them a try at a local event — and they were delicious! We ordered a variety of flavors and loved them all. The owner was also super friendly too.”

“This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Williamsburg. Great authentic and delicious Italian food.😋”

“Amazing cookies! We were visiting Williamsburg from NY and came in to get a sweet treat. We tried every cookie they had available and they were all fantastic. Moist, delicious and perfect. Good luck Chris! We wish you lots of success.”

“Was pretty upset we didn’t get to go there Fourth of July weekend. But it’s Pretty cool they shut down and take the holiday off though. More small businesses should do that when they can. We have Been before and the steak and cheese are always killer. Hopefully I get to go back soon”

“Delicious frozen custard! Can’t go wrong with their hot fudge sundae. The shop is kept very clean — doesn’t have that sticky feeling that a lot of other ice cream places do.”

“This is by far one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve ever been to! True authentic food. Wish we lived closer so we could go more often! Everything from the bread, pasta dishes, to the desserts are all homemade and SO good. We even had a musician come and serenade us! 10/10!!!”

“Wow wow wow! I have Louisiana roots and this is the best Cajun spot ive been to yet outside of Louisiana. Amazing service, hot fresh food, and them Gator bites are top notch! Please put a location in RVA! 😅”

“Our fav!!! We absolutely love the food and atmosphere and will go out of our way to dine here. Absolutely delicious every time!”

“Love this place.”

“This is the best Greek food we’ve had in the Richmond/Williamsburg area. Everything tastes fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared—favorites include the dolma, moussaka, and chicken souvlaki. The appetizers are especially delicious. Service is usually excellent, and the host always greets us warmly. While we had one visit recently where our server seemed a bit off, every other experience has been consistently great. Highly recommend!”

“cute set up The owners were very friendly coffee, donuts, and bagels were all very good”

“Great food nice service and people”

“you have to try the cinnamon swirl pancakes. awesome! and you'll get at least 2 meals out of one order.”

“I Typically get crumbl maybe once to twice a month when one of my favorite flavors comes around. I only like the taste of the chocolate/brownie based cookies. Sometimes they skimp with the toppings, but overall Im satisfied.”

“We ate here today.The food was excellent. We had the shrimp boat as an appetizer. Enough for two. My husband had the combo, potroast & meatloaf with mashed potatoes & gravy, along with creamed spinach. I had the crab-a-bella with jasmine rice. Our server was Brandon C. This was our 2nd visit during our vacation. We encourage all to visit this resturant.”

“This place was clean, food was great but the service was lacking.”

“Stopped in today. Staff personnel were great and the coffee was amazing. Will definitely be a regular from now on.”

“An excellent diner in throwback fashion with Southern hospitality and tremendous food. Jackie our waitress was warm, charming and attentive. Great food, great ambience and friendly service. From a NJ native where diners abound, this one is a gem.”

“Great Atmosphere!! Great Food!!”

“Fast, friendly service. Great food. Loved this place on our vacation!”

“We brought my mother in law here for her first time and let me just say—it was love at first bite. The char-grilled oysters? Life changing. She was mid-sentence and just stopped to close her eyes and savor (I kid you NOT!) that’s when I knew we made the right decision in bringing her to one of our favorite spots. I’ve been coming here with my husband for a while now, and they never miss. We split the grilled fish (always fresh, always flavorful), and we request the chili oil on the side because a little goes a long way. Pro tip: their house hot sauce? We buy it every time we’re there. We also ordered the ceviche (refreshing, balanced, and beautifully plated, and their margarita is one of the few in town that actually tastes crafted—not syrupy. The War & Pisco cocktail was a surprise favorite for my MIL; light, sparkling, with a perfect hint of raspberry and basil. The vibe is cozy but lively, perfect for a date night or introducing someone to your go-to local gem. Every time we visit, the food is consistent, the service is kind but never pushy, and we leave talking about what we’ll order next time.”

“I usually visit Spartan Gyros whenever I’m in Williamsburg. I usually get the Prometheus Gyro because it’s so good. If I was able to I’d stop in more often and try other things but I can’t pass up the Prometheus!”

“What can I say except Go Go Go!!! I love this place and their drinks are goooood!!! I left my wristlet wallet on my seat and about an hour later I realized it and called. They had it. Fully in tact, everything still inside (cash and all!) I love this place!!! The drink with the corona is sooooo GOOD! Tell them Mrs. Hibachibuddha sent ya!!”

“We’ve been here twice now and the food is truly excellent. My husband had a gyro, I had the chicken tenders. The second time he got a chicken kebab. Both times we got the fried mozzarella and WOW. Everyone who works there is super friendly and I can’t wait to come back and save room for cake. Their dessert case is calling me. No pics because we ate too fast.”

“Great food. Great service.”

“Their fajitas are amazing.”

“Great staff, great food, will eat here again!”

“Jake "Demigod" was the best employee ever to scoop up a dish of sensational strawberry ice cream”

“We ordered pick up thru postmates Saturday April 20th and we were extremely happy with everything we ordered. we ordered the quesabirria which was so big my 3 yr old thought it was a pizza and I was so happy with the size because I got to eat it for a couple days for lunch too. we also got the beef tips chimichanga dinner, queso dip and guacamole. Everything was just so delicious. I will definitely recommend them and I will definitely order from here again in the future! Thank you Juan's Taqueria for a lovely dinner experience! - Williamsburg location”

“Food was amazing! Nice serving sizes! Will definitely come back when I come back to Virginia!”

“Absolutely love this spot, everything I’ve tried has always been delicious and fresh! Can’t get enough of that scrumptious boba”

“Definitely one of the BEST Italian restaurants I’ve ever been too! We are on vacation, and was blown away! The service, our waiter, and food was amazing! I highly recommend going here!”

“I drive 4 hours from Pennsylvania to eat here. Everything is impeccable”

“Best soft serve around! Old school ice cream”

“A great, casual place with outstanding food & super nice staff. We had the Korean sandwich, the bbq sandwich & the slider, along with loaded fries. Everything is cooked to order which means your food comes out hot & fresh. I had the rosemary pepper seasoning on the fries- so good!
The restaurant is very clean. Staff deserve a shout- out: Keysean, Taneea, Walter & Javier- great job!”

“My first time visiting this place yesterday. I enjoyed the whatever bowl. I will be returning tomorrow. 😊 The ladies at Virginia Beach store was very welcoming and friendly.”

“Amazing service with a smile from the owner Rebecca. A great journey story. Must stop for your coffee fix!! Best wishes from the golf guys from Kansas☕️ 🍩”

“Stopped at Corey’s Chicken Shack today.I saw they have a new location adjacent to Rodeway Inn on Richmond Rd. Tried their fried chicken to goOMG ! Worth it! They have an extensive menue,breakfast ,lunch and dinner.Goid prices for what they are offering.Dine in or take out.Staff CJ was great.Good customer service and speakers two other languages!! Tony ,one of the Chefs came out to the front and I asked him his experience in the kichen.Found out experienced in Southern cooking as well as Greek and others.Then who comes walking in but Mr Cory himself.! He has been in the business for 30years and it shows.I urge you to try it out! Well worth it for good cooking and great staff!???”

“Great Rueben! Nice atmosphere & staff. Third time here 👍”

“Best Pizza in Williamsburg Va!!! I drive to get pizza there weekly if not twice a week; takes me about 25 minutes to get there! The owner and his entire staff are just wonderful and friendly!!!! I feel like I’m family every time I go there! Thanks Charlie and all the staff!!! Alana”

“This is a wonderful restaurant. Not only is the staff attentive, knowledgeable and helpful, the food is delicious. Our son is very picky about chicken alfredo. In fact he refers to himself as a connoisseur. His quote was that this is the best chicken alfredo he has had at any restaurant yet. My husband and I both had the chicken parm which was amazing as well. Even our grandson loved the food! We will be back for sure!!!!”

“We have always loved walking Capitol trail with our kids, but having spoke and art there now makes it so much more enjoyable! First walk of the season, we stopped in for lunch and were totally unaware of the live music!!! What a great addition to this already amazing little place! Thanks for a great day!”

“Stopped in for our first visit…the Nutella milkshake is AMAZING!! Friendly service, very clean and sooooo many choices! An extra surprise was seeing a familiar face from one our Favorite restaurants is the owner! Can’t wait to try Antonio’s Restaurant next door! We will be back!”

“I plead the 5th but willing to give it another chance!”

“Me Yaca is one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at. Our waitress was so wonderful and attentive and the food was great. The lobster is to die for!! Our experience was great from the time we stepped into the door until we left. You won't be disappointed!! I would give it more stars if I could.”

“My wife and I drove down to this location prior to coming down on June 27 with the Girls Scouts. We wanted to see how good the food was and the condition of the restaurant. We weren't that please with the first visit, but we introduced ourselves to the P.O.C and the attitude changed which wasn't a problem. When we drove down a week later with 50 Girls the food was a lot better, and the service was great. The manager stated that she tried the day prior to call workers in to help with the service because not only did they have our 50 to serve but another bus load came in 20 minutes later. I normally don't give 4's or 5's on rating but when you have over 100 ppl to serve plus the other customers they deserve it. The food was up to temperature the 2nd visit and fresh. The 5 servers that was there did an outstanding job!”

“Awesome food and service, will be back!”

“I drive 4 hours from Pennsylvania to eat here. Everything is impeccable”

“We enjoyed our dinner and our server, Jared, was attentive. The choice of a 70's radio station was a bit odd and even though I like the music, it would have been a more pleasant dining experience if the volume was a little lower.”

“Fabulous, highly recommended! Varied menu, great daily specials! Top notch!”

“Great food and excellent service from our waitress Amanda!”

“I usually visit Spartan Gyros whenever I’m in Williamsburg. I usually get the Prometheus Gyro because it’s so good. If I was able to I’d stop in more often and try other things but I can’t pass up the Prometheus!”

“Stopped at Corey’s Chicken Shack today.I saw they have a new location adjacent to Rodeway Inn on Richmond Rd. Tried their fried chicken to goOMG ! Worth it! They have an extensive menue,breakfast ,lunch and dinner.Goid prices for what they are offering.Dine in or take out.Staff CJ was great.Good customer service and speakers two other languages!! Tony ,one of the Chefs came out to the front and I asked him his experience in the kichen.Found out experienced in Southern cooking as well as Greek and others.Then who comes walking in but Mr Cory himself.! He has been in the business for 30years and it shows.I urge you to try it out! Well worth it for good cooking and great staff!???”

“This is the best pizza I have EVER had !!!!”

“My husband and I were visiting from SC. Service was fast and food was great, made to order. Great experience.”

“My family and I all love 7 Mares Mexican Grill! I was raised in Southern California, and this restaurant tastes like home. The staff are warm and friendly, and the atmosphere is comfortable and welcoming. The Quesabirria street tacos are my favorite. I highly recommend this restaurant, especially if you’re looking for good comfort food ?”

“The Cupboard ~~ Great little spot to stop in for a snack or drink. Especially terrific is Siba, the nicest of ladies who makes the best hot tea anywhere. Who knew adding orange slices and cinnamon sticks could turn it into something special!”

“Stopped in today. Staff personnel were great and the coffee was amazing. Will definitely be a regular from now on.”

“just loves the owner... very polite and caring..very professional and great service..very recommended”

“The elegance of the decor is very elegant, and the food is perfect plus great place to be”

“This place was clean, food was great but the service was lacking.”

“Outstanding service, very welcoming staff, outstanding ribs! The location is Williamsburg, VA.”

“Food was amazing! Nice serving sizes! Will definitely come back when I come back to Virginia!”

“Great lunch experience! Server did a fantastic job and the lunch menu was excellent!”

“Great restaurant, beautiful atmosphere and decor, wonderful service however we were the first ones seated and had to wait 1 hour before receiving our food. Mentioned to the server the time issue and her response was it takes awhile to cook a medium steak??? Food was delicious but wait time is not good.”

“An excellent diner in throwback fashion with Southern hospitality and tremendous food. Jackie our waitress was warm, charming and attentive. Great food, great ambience and friendly service. From a NJ native where diners abound, this one is a gem.”

“This is by far one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve ever been to! True authentic food. Wish we lived closer so we could go more often! Everything from the bread, pasta dishes, to the desserts are all homemade and SO good. We even had a musician come and serenade us! 10/10!!!”

“the cleanest buffet we have been to fresh food all employees were very pleasant”

“When we arrived we were told the wait would be 20 minutes, but we're called to a table in 5 minutes. The waitress immediately came to our table and took our drink order. Drinks took 10 minutes then we ordered and our meals were done in 10. The service was incredible and food was perfect. would definitely recommend it”

“We made a late dinner reservation for my family. When we arrived we were greeted by the friendly staff and seated immediately. We had a nice table in their dining room and our Waitress Samantha took our order quickly. We stared with the fried oysters which were absolutely delicious, then I had the Blue Cheese Burger, my sister had the turkey burger and my mom had the shrimp and chicken jambalaya. The kids had the chicken nuggets and grilled cheese. Everything was delicious and I loved my burger. I am not a huge blue cheese fan but that burger was amazing. Everything was made fresh and the service was excellent. I will definitely be back.”

“I am very finicky with restaurants, but this place is one of the best in Williamsburg. Although the menu is quite limited for a vegetarian like me, the tomato tart and mashed potatoes are divine. I highly recommend this place”

“I am a new customer and I am very pleased with everything”

“Are there any locals living in Williamsburg? I saw online that this place is very suitable for retirement life. Can anyone introduce it to me?”

“Love this place.”