This is my go to seafood restaurant for AYCE snow crab legs. They almost always come out huge, and harm so the quality is really good. Too bad the nearest one is in Williamsburg, so it's like a 2.5 hrs drive for me. We only come here when we go to Busch Gardens or Great Wolf Lodge. Or, if we are passing Williamsburg going back to DC. Yesterday, I had an appetizer and entree of like 4 plates of crab legs! The only real variety with my dinner was with the dessert. LOL I love this place! The service is always on point and the crab legs amazing. This was my first time going for dinner on a weekday, and it was surprisingly not too crowded. I can't wait to go back again! read more

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My wife and I went to Captain George while on vacation in Williamsburg. We love everything from the cleanliness, quality of food and the service. Actually I can't think of any dislikes from our experience. First our server was excellent and kept refilling our drinks and removing our used plates from the table. This is an all you can eat buffet but I like many other customers mainly ate the perfectly cooked snow crab legs. I ate two plates full of crab legs,steamed shrimp and fried oysters. I also tried the She Crab soup which was excellent. Overall we had a very good dinner and will return if we ever return to Williamsburg. read more

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Came to eat at their Thanksgiving Meal and let me say - it was a feast! Ty, our server took excellent care of us and never did a glass go less than half full. Food was delicious and well-prepared. It was nice to have this experience here and to enjoy ourselves in the Williamsburg area! read more

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Amazing food the service is extraordinary and the best part was the check not to pricey

This is the place to goto in the Williamsburg area if you are craving seafood and awesome service. This Captain George's location has been here since I was a young kid back in the it's. Back then they had their ups and downs and the food and service was a hit or miss - it has come a long way and we'll worth the visit! Our server just happened to be the guy in the Instgram video "if your being chased by someone and they offered you a plate of Captain George's crab legs, then you'd turn around". I can't remember his name but he was on-top of his game!. He kept the drinks refilled, the crab-bucket empty and plates picked up, great service! Now the food, boy was on the same level! The service kept the crab legs container, the Cajun crab legs, crawfish, fried oysters, fried scallops, fried and steamed shrimp filled and fresh! This is one of those restaurants that you have a great experience and will want to visit again. We'll definitely be back! read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

One of a kind place if you love seafood for sure. Warm and welcoming just come hungry.

We've been going to Captain George's for years, usually on the weekends when it's busy. The buffet has a ton of options -- from the salad bar to chicken, steak, plenty of sides, and of course lots of seafood. They also have a separate line just for crab legs, which is nice, but it tends to get backed up since staff serve them directly, making the wait longer. The food overall is good, though the crab legs can be a hit or miss depending on the night. My least favorite part is the dessert selection -- nothing really stands out as tasty. Suggestion: Since crab legs are the main draw, it might be helpful if staff circulated through the dining area offering them, rather than everyone waiting in a single line. It could make the experience smoother and more enjoyable. read more

We had a gone to the location in Myrtle Beach a year ago. With living in Virginia, we wanted to try this location as well. Spencer, our waiter was great! The food overall was tasty. The service from the welcome was top notch. Great job to all! read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Had an amazing experience with my family. Went on a Saturday around 7pm during vacation. There were 2 lines - one was for parties of 4 or less, the other for larger parties. We waited less than 5 minutes. The hostess that walked us to our table was so friendly and asked us about where we were visiting from and if it was our first time there. Our waiter was also very friendly. He made sure he checked on us multiple times and was on point with refills and emptying our bowl for scraps. The food was absolutely delicious! Well worth the price! I will be returning again next time I visit Williamsburg. read more

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If you like all you can eat snow crab legs, This Is The Place!! You can eat them to your hearts content, and if you have any room left, there's tons of other things on the buffet as well. It's very clear the crab legs are the star of the show here, tho. They were delicious! All the staff we encountered were wonderful, and our server, Andrew, was excellent. He kept our plates cleared and our drinks filled along with answering any questions we had. He really was delightful! The atmosphere is very nice, as is the decor. It's quite a large restaurant inside and there's plenty of parking. I hear it's understandably very busy in peak season. We arrived shortly after they opened, plus it was the day before NY's eve so it was steady, but not crazy busy. It was very much worth the drive and we hope to return again. read more

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Tried out this restaurant in the off season. Mainly went for the seafood, which we ate a lot of! We enjoyed everything that was on the steam bar, some of the sides were a little lack luster and did not have much flavor (specifically the mac & cheese, rice pilaf and two of the cold salads). Our waiter was really terrific, very attentive and it was slow enough they checked on us a number of times. Did try two mixed drinks from the bar, tasted like the drinks used a lot of pre-mixed drink mixes. But they were also only $10 which seems like a steal these days. Overall it was a great experience, but not sure how it would compare in the busy season. read more

This place is a huge with a really long buffet (70+ items) but you can also order a few items off the menu if you don't want the buffet. It is great for large groups. The food is pretty much what you would expect from a seafood buffet. They have a wide assortment from crab legs to crawfish and a bunch of side dishes and desserts. Nothing is amazing but nothing was horrible either. read more

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Came here this evening as a party of six. The main objective for most of the guys in the group was to feast on the snow cameras legs. However, there were so many options, we decided to try as many as possible. Below is a list of most of the things that we ate and our take on how they were: Crab legs: Good and everyone that had them loved them Shrimp: not very good and pretty overcooked Blue Hawaiian drink: was very good Yellow macaroni and cheese: tasted bland and not very good White mac and cheese: a little better than the yellow but not by much Korean wings: pretty good with a nice Korean flavor (probably gojujang) with a little spice Cheddar biscuits: pretty freaking good Hush puppies: kick ass Haddock: pretty good Broccoli: a bit mushy but not bad Small vorn cob: bland and unremarkable Sausage: was basically kielbasa and not too bad Mussels: were edible Clams: pretty good Peach cobbler: not that good German chocolate cake: pretty freaking good Pulled pork: not so good Sirloin steak: was meh, not super or bad just meh Yellow rice: not very good Bannana pudding: best thing eaten, out of this world Pumpkin pie: pretty good Chocolate puddin: seemed a bit off There was no phone signal i side to speak of so dont plan on using your phone in tbere. The Bathroom were pretty clean Amber was our waitress and was great. She was preemptive on getting our drinks refilled and removing the used plates. Great job Amber. Although there were a few things that just didn't wow us, by and largemouth things were pretty good. There was never a shortage of foods out at the multiple buffet lines. It wasn't cheap at about $50 a person, but if you can pack it away or like the crab legs, its probably well worth it for you. Its a nice place to go once in a while to get your crab fix. read more

i had not been to captain george's in 7 years because i don't know what happened last time must have been a weird day of the week but the crabs were watery food barred with tiny!! but we went on friday before mother's day to avoid the rush- i forgot what a beautiful place it is and it was packed but there was tons of food for everyone and everything we ate was just fantastic. the crab legs were perfect!! i don't usually like desserts at food bars but they had the best bread pudding and rice pudding!!! the price is around $49 per person. we also evjoyed a couple mixed drinks too - i know mine was perfect and not just one full of ice!! you definitely can dress up a little to go there. we didn't because it was chilly/jackets,etc. . i want to go back when they have blue crabs! i understand it's not often i know i had them when a group of friends from work went one june and they were huge and so good- but i called recently and they said they don't have them often so definitely call first!!! (what a shame virginia is so close to the ocean and the bay and we either can't get good seafood and crab at most restaurants or it's ridiculously expensive). going back soon!! read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - My son and I eating at Captain George's pre Mother's Day 2026. - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

So here's the scoop. If you love crab legs, oysters, shrimp, it's an incredible value. The seafood that I tried was really good. The shrimp were not overcooked. My husband, the crab leg guy, was really happy with his food. If you don't like seafood, the food is ok. It's a little mass produced/school cafeteria-ish, which is understandable because a ton of people were in there. Also, the atmosphere is a cool colonial vibe, and they play music you heard in the 80s and 90s at skating rinks. Our server, Gwenita, was super attentive and kind. read more

Horrible food, little to no flavor on everything. Lacking food options for kids or picky eaters. The restaurant itself had some nice decorations and had a decent ambiance. However the service was lacking some common sense. Prices were outrageous and did not represent the food that came out. Came here for a birthday and plan on never returning. read more

The Service is always amazing, best way to describe the experience is if you combine Cruise Ship waitstaff with an all you can eat buffet. The food is delicious and always hot and fresh. The main reason I go here is for the crab legs, and the are a 9/10 (only reason it's not 10/10, is the legs are thinner then other restaurants), plus there is a whole bar for non-seafood eaters. But I don't know how that food is. When I go here, seafood is my only thought. Overall, any Captain George's I highly recommend! read more

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You never leave hungry at Captain George's ! Delicious food , great service & huge portions .

I had an amazing time visiting my 3 children and 3 of my four grandkids in Va. For a family farewell dinner we had the opportunity to visit Captain George . Although my children expressed how good it was, it was more than I expected. The food was very good hot an seasoned well. Our waiter was available to provide us with great service. It is pricey for a party of 6 but well worth it. We had to wait short periods for them to bring out more crab, but we didn't mind because they ensured that the crab was hot, tasty and and alot of it. We did like the cajun crab but the were to small. I definitely intend to return on my next visit. Thank you for the family memories. read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - My family in front of Captains George. The food was so good we forgot to take pictures - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

We have not tried Capt George's in quite a while and so I thought Fathers Day would provide a good opportunity for an update. We were pleasantly surprised at the short wait for a table, even thought the were pretty full. The waiter greeted us quickly but it was at least 10 min before we got our drinks. When we started sampling their extensive buffet, I noted that some of my favorite Capt George's dishes were not as flavorful as I recalled them to be. For example, I love their Seafood Pasta Salid but it was just so-so today - lacking in... something. A couple of dishes were piping hot but most were only warm - not bad, but when you have lots of goodies your are sampling, only-warm items on the buffet get cold quickly on your plate. There were a few pleasant surprises like the maranaded sirloin which was flavorable and tender, but again, only warm. Every thing was pretty good flavorwise... except for the crab legs which were absolutely anemic. They were pretty small and for some reason the minimal amount of meat inside was almost impossible to get out. Capt George's normally has superb crab legs - the best anywhere. But definitely not today. What a disappointment. The desert bar had their normally sumptuous selection, but today, several pans were empty and others were a bit dry, as if they had been sitting out. When I mentioned the issues to our waiter, he asked if I had tried the Rice Pudding. I told him it was one of the selections they had been out of. A short time latter he showed up with a saucer full of Rice Puding which was quite good. All in all Capt George's was passable, but they can be so much more. read more

Wow! Every time I come to a Captain George's I am never disappointed. We went to the one in Virginia beach last year and my fiancé loved it so much we wanted to come back for his birthday this past weekend. An to our surprise there was one a little closer in Williamsburg. Once we arrived on Sunday there was a life all the way down the sidewalk. If you see this DONT PANIC its just because the doors are not open yet but trust me there is enough room and food to go around. Plus they move the line quickly with large parties being in a different line. I totally forgot out waiters name (light skinned young black guy with either dreads or braids)! But man he needs a raise! He was smiling and friendly always coming to check on us just a pleasure to have a round. They have a large selection of baked and fried seafoods and for those who don't like or are allergic to it they have items like fried chicken, turkey, sausage, ham, salad, etc. They also have some great sides like corn, mashed potatoes, broccoli, etc. Some of the food they offer is a little different between locations like the one in VA Beach has steak, pizza, etc. However, it is a free for all when it comes to the crabs and there was an adult take away crabs from her last year. So, the fact that the Williamsburg locations has an attendee there passing out the crab legs and only letting you get so much at a time cuts down on any arguments or attitudes and ensures there is a constant flow. I highly recommend the baked clams, fried oysters, and crab legs! Did i mention they have a dessert bar also? They have everything from bread and banana pudding to fruits, jello, apple cobbler, cheesecake, carrot cake, chocolate, and white cake but my personal favorites are the flan and baklava! read more

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Oldie n goodie! Was back in the 757 so had to stop by. Everything was as good as I remembered it to be over 10 years ago. The food was fresh and the waitress was also helpful. Outside of that the ambiance was still homily. It wasn't busy which I appreciated and if you've never been and you're in the 757, stop by. read more

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I used to love coming to this restaurant but the last 2 times I've come the food has been terrible. Their snow crab legs are no longer good. They're overcooked and rubbery and they're also simultaneously cold and inedible after they get brought out. Service was great, but I would not come back here for $120 for 2 not including tip. read more

We had a nice Mother's Day lunch at Captain George's. It has been years since I've been there! The decor was nice and tables are in sections at different levels, which improves the ambiance. Despite the holiday, we were able to be seated immediately upon arrival. The waiters were attentive and cleared plates and refilled drinks quickly. They had a larger cocktail menu than most seafood buffets and did a good job keeping the crab legs stocked! The crab meat did not easily pull out of the shell and they were missing some desserts that I usually associate with seafood (e.g., key lime pie). read more

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Review by Virgil 7 yo: Awesome chandeliers Boat buffet Awesome dessert bar Grilled cheese is better than anything you can imagine Good service The rice pudding is better than moms read more

I really wanted to enjoy this visit, especially since my family has been coming here for years. Unfortunately, our experience at the Williamsburg location left a lot to be desired. Staff repeatedly questioned the children in our group about their ages, with one employee making an inappropriate comment that upset them enough to stop eating. The food itself was cold, underseasoned, and looked like it had been sitting out. We addressed our concerns with a manager and followed up afterward with corporate, but despite explaining how uncomfortable and disappointing the experience was, no resolution was offered. I'm not someone who typically writes reviews, but this was upsetting enough that I felt others, especially families, should be aware. read more

Great buffet. It was kept clean and stocked and fresh. They have 3 long buffet tables with everything you could imagine. Staff were great. Never had a dirty plate sit long on our table. We were very pleased. read more

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Was in the area and wanted seafood. Probably a historic place. $140 for two included iced tea. Pretty good selection. Food was ok. Nice to see beef on the buffet. Dessert selection was very good. read more

I'm confused why the rating isn't higher for this place. The food and the customer services were good. The all you can eat crab legs should automatically make this place five stars. Definitely recommend it. read more

Great Seafood buffet, abundance of food, ex specially Crab legs. Service was fantastic and easily handled our large group. read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

We had a great time at Captain George's today! We had a party of six and we were seated within five minutes (they do a 15% gratuity for parties of six or more). There were three different buffet tables filled with desserts , seafood, salad, and some "traditional" foods - ribs, meatloaf, fried chicken. Our waitress was really friendly and checked on us multiple times throughout. She brought new drinks before we even needed them - thank you! All in, we spent about $60 a person. That seemed a bit high for the area, but if you plan to eat your weight in crab legs, you probably could get your money's worth. read more

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I don't eat sea food, I do eat certain fishes but I went with someone has been to Captain Goerges a couple of times and loved it. I saw that they have other options so I went. I liked it there, it was a Saturday night, crowded but wasn't bad at all, great ambiance. Food was delicious and hot. I tried things like beef, mash potatoes and desserts. I like that the place is big, clean, the service was great and staff were nice. Do not go if you are not hungry because it will be a waste of money. We went and we were not hungry and did not have room in our stomachs to try things. For someone who don't eat seafood, this was still a great experience for me, sooo many other options. I will visit again! read more

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Love this place food is scrumptious service is great fancy place I just love it !!!!! read more

The food was good! If your thinking it's going to be a bad Buffett or Buffett food, your wrong! It's actually a really nice restaurant and have a wide variety! Even if you don't like seafood, they have regular food too! The desert wasn't my favorite but still good! I would recommend ! They were very fast and had our drinks as soon as we got there! read more

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One of the more interesting buffets I've been to. The parking area is relatively big, but can fill up, luckily, we didn't have a problem with parking and were also seated instantly upon arrival. The seating areas are broken up in different sections, some closer to the food itself and others in a separate room, also separated by different names. There were a good number of parties here, small and large. The food was decent, hot and inviting. They have 3 stations I believe, one with mostly desserts, another with seafood and another with meats, sides, etc. All ranging from crab legs, steaks, and cakes. All the staff we encountered were very friendly and efficient. We also had a fun experience getting our photo taken during the end of our food consumption so now we've got another fun memory. I think on our way out I did see some merchandise for more trinkets and ways to remember your dining experience in Williamsburg. read more

Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - AYCE Seafood Buffet - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

First time here and food was pretty good. Service was on point -- our server was super personable and friendly. Wish I got his name. I loved the decor inside. Open layout read more

Great selection. Everything was fresh, there was no wait time for our party of 2. There are a lot of non-seafood options if you're not into fish. read more

Visited this location with a group of 13 people. Fast, attentive and friendly service. Clean dining area with a colonial vibe. Large variety of fresh seafood options and other menu options. read more

I've been here atleast a dozen times and each time I feel like the food get worse and worse. Not even the crab legs were good. Clam chowder and bisque were so awful I spit it out. Nasty.. crab legs you now have a person standing there handing them to you. Which is annoying. Rolls were rock hard. Mac and cheese yuck. How can you have not one thing that was good. Never going back. For the money. Felt cheated. Overpriced and disgusting read more

Went there yesterday for our annual pre Father's Day feast. We missed last year due to health issues. I will begin with our servers because they were the only 5 star part of our experience. The couple who waited on us were efficient, friendly, and accommodating for our needs. Sadly food quality has suffered terribly since we were there last. The she crab soup was pasty. The hush puppies were gritty and dry. The fried seafood was uneven, some overcooked and some oily. None had a stand out flavor. Except for shape they all tasted alike. The crab legs were overcooked and dry. Vegetables were good. I filled up on that! I ordered and paid extra for soft shells, which must have been precooked as they were oily and not hot. Not to mention they were very small. Desserts were also hit and miss. Bread pudding and baklava were dry. Lemon pie was not very flavorful. Banana pudding and flan were good. Over all it was disappointing for the price. This may be our last time. read more