Fat Canary

Best restaurant in Williamsburg, bar none. The environment, the intimate menu, the ambiance, and the food were all stellar. Definitely on the more expensive side, but worth every penny.

Outstanding presentation and taste; the menu is fantastic and staff suggested absolutely delicious choices. Special soup - potato — was devoured. Manakintowne salad was perfection. Mains — short rib over jasmine rice was superb and Heritage pork chop was savory and had we been at home the bone would have been picked up from the plate. Only negative is the bar is understaffed and very slow.

Our waiter was wonderful, food excellent, loved the Oysters. I will return. My stop by for the Chocolate Martini and Chocolate mousse cake💕

We dined at Fat Canary for my fiancé's 30th birthday. The cucumber Cisco was excellently crafted. To start, we had the ribs and the rabbit fricassée. Both were quite delicious. For our mains, we enjoyed the pork and the short rib. No complaints there either. I believe Keith was our server and he was most pleasant. I will return next time I'm in Williamsburg.

New Year's Eve dinner and Fat Canary was busy, and excellent as always. From appetizers to desserts our meal for our party of for was five star. Service was up to the normal high standard. It was full but the noise level was tolerable. The only complaint from one of our group was they took her dessert favorite, panna cotta, of the menu, but she survived with the chocolate crepes. Reservations are a must. Highest recommendation!

Great food with lovely presentation and preparation. Never a disappointment dinning here and the cocktails are always very generous. No walk ins, reservations required.

Is predictability or innovation the thing that urges one to return. Eaten at Fat Canary many times. The food is always superbly cooked, well presented by informed, attentive and knowledgeable staff. Maybe just a touch too fast as my cocktail was only a minute before the appetizer arrived. Tuna tempura achieved almost the impossible - crispy, hot breading with a perfectly untouched tuna in the middle. I don't know how they did it ! The mains of fish and duck were perfectly cooked to order. Too often duck comes in overdone. It was rare per my request. The faro was unusual in that it had enormous flavor of duck and a good nutty chewy texture along with unlooked for satisfaction with celery root. Dessert, almost one road too far, as one was plenty for 2 but we knew that in advance. Yes ,the menu has changed only slightly since we were there last, but the small surprises were there. Unquestionably among the top 3 restaurants in town.

We chose Fat Canary to celebrate our anniversary, and it could not have been a more perfect experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff made the evening feel special. They surprised us with a customized anniversary menu—our names printed at the top—which was such a thoughtful touch and immediately set the tone for the night. The food was exceptional. Every course felt intentional and beautifully prepared, from the starters to the dessert we ended the night with. The flavors were rich, balanced, and clearly crafted with care. The wine pairing recommendations were spot-on and really elevated the meal. What stood out just as much as the food was the service. Our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our evening memorable without ever being intrusive. The atmosphere—cozy, elegant, and intimate—made it easy to slow down and enjoy the night together. If you're looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion in Williamsburg, Fat Canary is absolutely the place. They helped make our anniversary unforgettable, and we're already talking about coming back next year.

Fat Canary never disappoints. From the moment you walk through the door, you feel the warmth, charm, and polish that make this restaurant one of Williamsburg's true standouts. The staff is knowledgeable without being pretentious, attentive without hovering, and genuinely passionate about the experience they deliver. The food is consistently superb, elevated without trying too hard. Every dish is beautifully balanced, thoughtfully prepared, and plated with care. The flavors are rich but refined, and the ingredients shine. The menu changes, but the execution is always flawless. The cocktails and wine selections are equally impressive, with pairings that elevate the meal even further. The ambiance is elegant yet comfortable, with just the right mix of energy and intimacy. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, the atmosphere makes the evening feel memorable. Fat Canary is the kind of restaurant where you savor every course, linger over dessert, and leave already planning your next visit. Truly one of the best dining experiences in Williamsburg, an absolute must.

We returned after four years. My friend ordered the pork chop that she remembered as the best pork chop she had ever eaten. Unfortunately, she was disappointed as it was chewy on this last visit. The service, however, is absolutely phenomenal.

Wonderful food. Layers upon on layers of unique flavor combinations make up a unique dining experience. Fat Canary turns a basic dish like chicken into art.

Impeccable service from the moment we arrived. Delicious and incentive dishes from app to dessert. We loved every minute, and from our travels eating at some wonderful places, this was a top 10 dining experience!

Ambiance is so lovely, service is excellent, and food is impressive! Before my husband and I traveled to Williamsburg, Virginia, we searched for a restaurant to have dinner date on our 2nd night - and Fat Canary did not disappoint! Making a reservation ahead of time is a must!

Grabbed two sammies from the Cheese shop (tuna salad and roast beef) to enjoy out in the public square out front. Both were delicious - my husband was super pleased with his roast beef, super tender and perfectly cooked. We both loved the bread - tasty and light as a feather!

The food was amazing. We sat for a few minutes with no dinner utensils. A little loud but we'll be back for sure!