12 Best Southern Restaurants in Williamsburg

“I highly recommend taking at least one meal at Kings Arms if you're visiting Colonial Williamsburg. The food is excellent and the staff are extremely accomidating. Kings Arms is a top level dining experience and a "must" visit if you want to experience a taste of Colonial dining.“

“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).“

“Today's my birthday so I took the day off of work and headed with a friend to Old Chickahominy House for breakfast. I got the Old Chickahominy breakfast. The country ham was shaved and so delicious with the hot biscuits. We even had a slice of pie before we left. DELICIOUS.“

“Server was too chatty and offered better service to other tables, but we were happy with the menu and worth the experience.

Vegetarian options: Must tell server in advance.

Dietary restrictions: Does ask if you have food allergies or concerns

Kid-friendliness: Yes and kids menu“

“This was my first time at Sweet Tea and Barley. My sister and I met there with our husbands. It took us an hour to get there each and it was well worth it. The place was beautiful. The staff were wonderful and the food was delicious. We've decided we are going to make this a yearly meeting place.“

“March 2025 | Spring Menu | My friend had the burger. It was his second time at Amber Ox, two different seasons, same protein. He loved it. He compared it to the fall menu burger and was so impressed that it was done this way. It was my birthday. I got the pork chop dish. Although, I love your menus, this is absolutely my favorite. I will be back before the end of the season for another taste. The staff were wonderful and attentive as always. You made my birthday dinner. Thank you so much.“

“Food was ok but not great. Our server was overwhelmed by how busy it was so not very attentive. Vegetable selection was very limited and too gourmet. My wife who has a gluten issue was extremely limited as to food choices. I doubt we'll be partaking next Christmas.“

“Great food. Great service.“

“Stopped before leaving Williamsburg to grab lunch. Friendly service, served quickly and fresh. Definitely recommend.“

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

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

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