Williamsburg Travel Guide

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What to Eat in Williamsburg

Whether you're interested in sampling Colonial fare or trying something more modern from the city's growing culinary scene, you'll find plenty of restaurants to pique your interest in Williamsburg. Several 18th-century-style taverns dish out authentic meals and comfort food from the traditional (such as prime rib, ale marinated beef and herb roasted chicken) to the more unique (like peanut soup and Colonial game pie). King's Arm Tavern and Shields Tavern earn kudos for their wonderful atmospheres, variety of dishes and authentic tavern feel.

When it comes to modern fare, visitors and locals say a few restaurants hit the mark. The Fat Canary wins over diners with its tasty seasonal dishes and fine wine; Food for Thought is praised for its inventive menu of American classics; and A Chef's Kitchen impresses foodies with its upscale fixed-price, five-course dining experience (Champagne and paired wines included).

Find the Best Restaurants in Williamsburg

  • #1
    County Grill
    #1 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 412 reviewsTripAdvisor (412)
    $ - $$ | American, Bar, Barbecue
    1215 George Washington Mem Hwy Ste A, Yorktown, VA 23693-4316
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  • #2
    Carrot Tree Kitchens
    #2 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 370 reviewsTripAdvisor (370)
    $ - $$ | American, Cafe, Soups
    323 Water St Suite a-2, Yorktown, VA 23690-2200
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  • #3
    Yorktown Pub
    #3 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 891 reviewsTripAdvisor (891)
    $ - $$ | American, Bar, Seafood, Pub
    540 Water St, Yorktown, VA 23690
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  • #4
    Riverwalk Restaurant
    #4 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 840 reviewsTripAdvisor (840)
    $ - $$ | American, Seafood
    323 Water St Ste 1A, Yorktown, VA 23690-2200
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  • #5
    Texas Roadhouse
    #5 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 177 reviewsTripAdvisor (177)
    $ - $$ | American, Steakhouse
    109 Cybernetics Way, Yorktown, VA 23693-5615
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  • #6
    Water Street Grille
    #6 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 694 reviewsTripAdvisor (694)
    $ - $$ | American, Bar, Seafood
    323 Water St Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, VA 23690-2200
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  • #7
    Duke of York Restaurant
    #7 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 207 reviewsTripAdvisor (207)
    $ - $$ | American, Seafood
    508 Water St Inside the Duke of York Hotel, Yorktown, VA 23690
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  • #8
    Food Craft
    #8 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 137 reviewsTripAdvisor (137)
    $ - $$ | American
    5005 Victory Blvd, Yorktown, VA 23693-5603
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  • #9
    Kero Sushi and Japanese Restaurant
    #9 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 57 reviewsTripAdvisor (57)
    $ - $$ | Japanese, Sushi, Asian
    5005 Victory Blvd Ste B, Yorktown, VA 23693-5603
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  • #10
    3 Amigos
    #10 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 87 reviewsTripAdvisor (87)
    $ - $$ | Mexican
    3120 Kiln Creek Pkwy, Yorktown, VA 23693-5648
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  • #11
    Vintners Cellar of Yorktown Restaurant
    #11 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 63 reviewsTripAdvisor (63)
    $ - $$ | American, Wine Bar
    1213 George Washington Mem Hwy Ste C In the Kiln Creek Center, Yorktown, VA 23693-4312
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  • #12
    Andrea's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
    #12 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 49 reviewsTripAdvisor (49)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
    1730 George Washington Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23693-4328
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  • #13
    Chick-fil-A
    #13 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 39 reviewsTripAdvisor (39)
    $ | American, Fast Food
    5003A Victory Blvd, Yorktown, VA 23693-5601
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  • #14
    Dare Deli
    #14 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 5 based on 24 reviewsTripAdvisor (24)
    $ | American, Seafood, Cajun & Creole
    800 Dare Rd, Yorktown, VA 23692-3019
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  • #15
    Sweet Frog Yorktown
    #15 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 41 reviewsTripAdvisor (41)
    $ - $$ |
    4360 George Washington Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692-2707
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  • #16
    Ben & Jerry's
    #16 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 93 reviewsTripAdvisor (93)
    $ | Fast Food, Cafe
    332 Water St Ste L Building L, Yorktown, VA 23690
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  • #17
    Wonderful Restaurant Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar
    #17 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 32 reviewsTripAdvisor (32)
    $ - $$ | Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Korean, Thai
    2900 Hampton Hwy Ste Q, Yorktown, VA 23693-4709
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  • #18
    Plaza Azteca
    #18 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 47 reviewsTripAdvisor (47)
    $ - $$ | Mexican
    5922 A George Washington Memorial Hwy, Yorktown, VA
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  • #19
    The Chipper
    #19 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 22 reviewsTripAdvisor (22)
    $ | Seafood
    5619 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA 23692-2771
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  • #20
    Thai Erawan
    #20 of 106 Places to Eat in Yorktown
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 47 reviewsTripAdvisor (47)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    2960 Hampton Hwy Ste G, Yorktown, VA 23693-4748
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