We stopped here for dinner on our way down to Hampton to visit my sister. We came on a Friday night around 8pm and had a reservation but there were still a lot of tables when we got there so we probably didn't need one. The inside of the restaurant was very nice, it was modern and gave the vibes of a fancier restaurant. They had a wide variety of beer and cocktails, I ended up getting the Margarita Flight ($13.95) which came with 4 different flavors of Margarita. They were all really good but my favorite was either the Sunset or the Peach. For dinner, I ended up getting the Waygu Beef Chili Cheese Dog ($13.95) and added the Glazed Sweet Potato Waffle Fries (+$2.25) as my side. The hot dog was so good and very flavorful, I could do without beans in the chili but that is just personal preference. The glazed waffle fries were absolutely AMAZING!! They were like a dessert and tasted like cinnamon rolls. My husband got the Pretzel Bites ($10.95) which were pretty standard but the beer cheese was very good. I would definitely stop here again! read more

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By Williamsburg standards, this is probably one of the best. And it was fairly good. The service was a bit slow. The margarita flight was very cute but tasted like powdered juice mix like cool aid full of sugar, no alcohol came through. The burgers were offered "pink or no pink" I asked for pink, and it was indeed a medium cook. My wife ordered the lamb burger and it was sadly only well done. The truffle fries were limp and cold. Fried Oreos were tasty. Not sure how you mess that one up. The food overall was good, just some details here or there were missing. Our server was friendly, but could have stepped it up just a bit. I'd say give it a shot... there are not very man great options around here. read more

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Ordered buffalo wings amongst other menu items. Everything was good except for the wings. They were not only dried out, but had ZERO sauce on them. Also ordered with this meal was extra ranch. However, no ranch or celery at all was included with this order. read more

Craft 31 - Buffalo wings - Pizza Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Great Sunday brunch and extremely well priced. French Toast with bacon was great and their use of multi grain bread was a nice update. My partner ordered eggs and bacon and was very happy. Always enjoyed dinner here but will definitely do brunch again read more

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We visited the restaurant last night around 7:30 PM a party of six (four adults and two kids). We were greeted by the host, a young man with a mustache, who unfortunately seemed tired or frustrated from the start. He offered us a table on the patio, which we accepted, not realizing there was live music. Before heading outside, we politely asked if we could sit at a large round booth inside. He quickly replied, "That table is for five," in a dismissive tone. I mentioned that my daughter, who's 3 and autistic, would be more comfortable indoors, but he didn't seem to care. My father-in-law, visiting from England, asked again, and the host responded even more abruptly. It felt like we had upset him just for asking -- definitely not the kind of welcome you expect at a hospitality business. Thankfully, things turned around once we were seated. Our server, Sami, was wonderful professional, friendly, and attentive from start to finish. The musician playing guitar even gave my daughter a small giraffe toy, which absolutely made her night. The food and drinks were excellent, and the overall atmosphere (thanks to the live music and Sami's service) ended up being very enjoyable. I'd gladly return I just hope management can coach the host on basic hospitality and empathy so every guest feels welcome from the start. read more

I had a great experience at Craft 31! I'm not up in the Williamsburg area often, but I had a meeting scheduled up that way and after I was starving. It just so happened as I was driving back towards Newport News, I stumbled on this place. I've gotten coupons and promotions from the in the mail before and they looked good, so I figured, why not? The building is really cute - almost like a house, not a restaurant. They've got ample indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of parking. I ordered the bleu cheese burger which is quite out of my wheelhouse but I wanted to give it a try. Wow! This was a *great* burger. Like, really, really good. I got the sweet potato waffle fries with it and they were also quite tasty. I liked the sweet glaze they came with (I got it on the side and I'm glad I did). The ambiance is nice (the multicolored sugar on the table was a fun touch - even if I didn't use any) and service was excellent. The manager checked on me during my stay as well. Honestly, there's not much I can say that was bad about this experience - I'm only going with 4 stars because I usually like to have a few visits under my belt for consistency's sake before doling out the 5. But I'm *definitely* putting this place on my list of spots to eat again at next time I'm in that area! read more

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This had to be one of my worst experiences dining in Williamsburg since my 14 years of living here. Food was not complete to standard, my burger was wrong and even worse, RAW! Service was so unbelievably questionable, we arrived at the start of dinner time and the restaurant did not even seem at half capacity, yet it seemed like no one was ready to greet or sit us down for the evening. 0/5 stars if I could. Do not eat here! They don't want your money! read more

We made a reservation and were seated right away, which was a great start. My husband and I both ordered flights--beer and margarita. The beer flight was definitely worth it, but the margarita one didn't quite hit the mark. The kids really enjoyed their meals--classic mac and cheese and pepperoni pizza, both solid choices. My husband got wings and the parmesan truffle fries. He said the wings lacked flavor, and the fries were a bit heavy on the truffle oil. I tried the crunch (?) burger. It was much thicker than expected and just wasn't my favorite in terms of flavor or texture. We ended the night with fried Oreos and the brownie dessert. The Oreos were fun, but the brownie didn't taste homemade. Overall, service was slow, and while there were a few highlights, the experience was hit or miss. read more

The location is a little off the beaten track but still close to most of Williamsburg's shopping and attractions. It was recommended to me by a friend and when I checked it out online, I discovered it was owned by the same folks who own Schlesinger's in Newport News and Opus 9 Steakhouse in Williamsburg - two excellent fine dining experiences. They also have some sort of affiliation with Bottom's Up Pizza in Richmond which has some of the best pizza on the eastern seaboard. All this to say that as soon as I heard mention of it I had to check it out. I visited for lunch on a Wednesday and found it moderately busy but plenty parking and seating available. The interior is nice, it was clean but not really remarkable. Service was good and extremely polite, but perhaps a little too talkative... although I appreciated the menu recommendations I didn't ask for them.... although I appreciated the drink refills I didn't really need the conversation that came with them...you get the picture. I ordered the Tuna Poke appetizer and Cobb Salad for my meal. Both were very good. The chips with the tuna tasted homemade as did the green goddess dressing that came with the salad. The salad was a little sparse and with the appetizer was plenty food; but ordering both was a bit pricey for a lunch. With a glass of tea and tip the total came to around $40. In closing, it was good but not really "special". I'll be back for the pizza though. "The Chesapeake" at Bottoms Up is one of my all time favorites and I've never seen it on a menu anywhere else. Hoping it's just as awesome here. read more

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Super experience at Craft 31! We came around 6 on a Saturday night to find a wait of about 30 minutes. We ended up snagging spots at the bar and eating there. The restaurant got progressively more busy but the staff worked hard to keep everything moving. I enjoyed a margarita flight- which was tasty, not overly sweet and a fun presentation! We had the mozzarella tracks (basically big cheesy garlic sticks) that was plenty to share! For dinner, my friends got burgers and I got the chicken sandwich. We enjoyed fresh crushes, the cucumber lemon drop and sampled the Cinnamon Toast Crunch adult milkshake. I was too full to order my own but oh my gosh it was heavenly. We will be back!! read more

Craft 31 - Margarita flight - Pizza Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Ok I've read some of the recent reviews and folks need to chill out. Williamsburg is in a catastrophic labor shortage. If you don't have the patience to wait then please don't go and let the rest of us advance in the queue. The food here is well worth it. We started out with the pimiento cheese and pita chips. Let's just say they did not last long. The chips were baked to perfection and the smokiness of the pimento really melted in your mouth. We also ordered Oysters Rockefeller. These were pretty good but had small specks of shell in the meat but not the end of the world. For my main course, I ordered the Lone Star burger. Boy was this thing good. As you can see in the pictures, it was gooey goodness. The brisket and cheese combo really made me feel like I was having a burger down in Texas. For drinks we got the margarita flights. These were hit and miss with either being strong or not strong enough. Overall pretty good though and I recommend getting them for the fun appeal (so colorful) Definitely give Craft a stop whether you are visiting or a local. Will you have to wait? Maybe so. Will the service be a tad slow? Quite possibly. It is like this everywhere. Adapt to it. It is the new normal. The food here is worth the wait. read more

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My overall experience here was mediocre at best. The service was alright, but the food took an unacceptably long time to arrive. Once my food was finally prepared it had none of the advertised features, and was just unimpressive. after that I ordered some cheese curds, to go. I was hoping that they would somewhat redeem themselves, but predictably the food was once again subpar. Not to mention, the portions were pitiful as you can see by the picture I attached. I would recommend finding somewhere else to eat; it was a waste of time and money. read more

Craft 31 - Cheese curds - Pizza Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

My wife and I stopped on a Sunday during brunch. We were offered the brunch and lunch menus and we were seated on the patio. The ambiance was quiet and comfortable on the patio, the inside was a bit more formal and louder. This does not appear to be a tourist spot. My wife ordered the fish and chips and I had the Irish burger. Both dishes were very good. The fish was well cooked and flaky and the fries were nice and crisp. The Irish burger was delicious, it has corned beef, caramelized onions and cheese on a pretzel roll. It was served with old bay chips. I would also recommend that you take a good look at the beer menu. There are some great craft beers available. The service was friendly and efficient. We will certainly be returning. read more

Our server Scott was great, along with the rest of the staff. They all worked very cohesively as a team. I got the Lone Star burger and it tasted great!! read more

Service was absolutely horrible. They were not busy and took forever to get a burger and sandwich. Food was ok,not great. Ordered refills on drinks and never got them. Had to eat without the drinks we ordered. Will not go back ever. read more

I had the smoked brisket sandwich which very tasty. There was a really god selection of draft beers and I think it would be nice to enjoy both at the bar there. The internal seating lacked a bit of ambiance - the bar looked better. Service was decent. read more

Top 5 burger with sirloin, brisket and short rib blend. Wonderful beer selections, nice chili and superb service by Kelly. Our party of 9 enjoyed mid-restaurant seating, blessed air conditioning and thick shakes to close the deal. Overall outstanding on a wickedly hot day in Williamsburg. Pretty excellent weekday lunch value and kid/GF friendly read more

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Is everybody super high reviewing this restaurant? Seriously. Location is good. Ambience is interesting. Padres baseball on 1 TV and funny car racing on the other. Who actually follows funny car? Weird. Service was initially good and we got sat...then a turn for the forgetful. Ordered drinks and food at the same time...and got them at the same time. And I don't mean these people were efficient...glad I wasn't dying of thirst or I'd be dead. I got a burger (good actually) fries were from frozen, nit seasoned, asked for ranch twice and didn't not receive. Pizza was also soggy and ingredients were from Walmart at best. Margarita flight was meh. Cloudy IPA was really good, fried oysters were really tasty and crunchy delicious. Salad was bland and soggy. For the people that rank this place at 4/5 stars I really worry for your health! Get a beer. Get a burger. Enjoy some funny car. That's it. read more

Horrible experience (1/5 stars) REDEEMED post-visit by the managers' empathy and prompt reactionary customer service (4/5 stars). Story time boys n girls.... Short stay in "the 'burg" (Williamsburg) required family dinner but Spring Break 2021 "post COVID" (we thought) created several challenges, namely crowds. Arrived to a 2 hour wait for a table; while reviewing the menu, I "cleverly" (we thought) discovered it was a 45-60m wait for takeout..."great" (we thought)...so I ordered for our party of 5, drove to the grocery store, and returned for pickup. Long story short? It took over 2 hours, family in tote (mini-van), until our order surfaced, despite me asking at the bar several times. It was so late, they locked the doors for closing just as I left. On sitting down together at the hotel, 3 items (salad, burgers) were made wrong AND the 2 other burgers looked like they were sitting for an extended period of time. I called and asked to speak with a manager. When I started to recount the above, he apologized profusely, claiming kitchen and staffing challenges as a result of the return post-COVID. He then insisted on a majority refund. Given the menu and the redemptive gesture, I'd go back BUT NOT when there's any sort of wait despite the HDTVs around the bar for feeble distraction. read more

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Let me say up front that my family had a nice experience at Craft 31. Even though it was cool outside, we chose to sit in their outside seating area. They closed the big garage doors and had some heaters, so it was plenty warm. They also had a acoustic guitar playing/singer, which was nice. The food was definitely serviceable, nothing was bad but nothing was great either. The tot-chos reminded me of something I could easily make at home. I got the hot dog, which may have been the highlight. The dog itself was excellent. Toppings were ok. Burger was ok. Shrimp and grits also ok. Fish and chips were good. But for $20+ we were expecting something more. Again, there was nothing awful about anything we had. It just wasn't memorable either. read more

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My and my friend were in town and this was the place we settled on for dinner. We really wanted oysters. Drinks and food was 10/10! We sat at the bar because the place was packed and of course we didn't have a reservation. The bartenders were so friendly and made our meal even more enjoyable! I would definitely go back. read more

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Pretty good kids' menu with decent sized portions for our medium-sized kids. They especially enjoyed the in-house potato chips with Old Bay seasoning (so did we). We enjoyed the many different drink options. If you, like me, can't decide, you can build a flight of 1-4 five ounce tasters. After I got mine, I saw a flight of margaritas walk by. Kinda regret not trying it. Parking is in a private lot, and you're out of downtown so you won't have problems parking. Great option if you are in the historic triangle. read more

Glad we were able to make a reservation for dinner on Mother's Day! When we arrived, they were turning walk-in parties away. Highly recommend making a reservation to avoid that! They continue to space the tables indoors so we felt safe dining. They also have an outdoor seating area available. To start, we couldn't decide on an appetizer - so kids had the pulled pork tot-chos (bbq smothered on tater tots), and we had the crab dip with spinach and artichoke hearts. Both were good. The crispy pita chips that came with the crab dip were a treat! We had the Wake and Bake burger (served on a crumpet/English muffin and topped with a fried egg), and the Lone star burger which was topped with brisket. The wake and bake came with candied bacon, which was a bit too sweet for me. Lone star burger was okay. Both were cooked to our preference (medium). Our server was a superstar - thank you Clinton, for the excellent service! We felt well attended and our cups never ran empty. Will return to try their pizzas and brunch :) read more

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Service was slow and inconsistent. Server did not know the beers and we waited over 40 minutes for lunch to be served.

Our family has found this hidden gem while visiting Williamsburg, we've dined here two different times when we've been in the area. We absolutely love it. I highly recommend sitting outside the closed in porch. The oysters are delicious. We've also enjoyed the tuna poke and they have a great beer selection. read more

3/20/2021: Super friendly and attentive staff plus a delicious and innovative menu equal a recipe for success here at Craft 31. Our large family gathering of ~23 filled the outdoor bar area (garage doors were closed due to the chilly temperature) and we thoroughly enjoyed our time together. The roaring fireplace was so welcome on such a chilly day. A few of us ordered the margarita flight but sadly, we weren't fans of them. The drinks weren't cold and two flavors (sea foam and raspberry?) were muddled and after two small sips, the rest remained untouched. Despite this, the drinks were beautifully presented and made us all long for warmer days and a tropical vacation. The staff ensured we were well attended. They even kind enough to oblige us in taking a family photo. Handcrafted pizzas had a thin, crisp crust and were well topped and seasoned. The fruit cobblers are served in a mini cast iron skillet warmed several of us on a brisk March afternoon. They could easily be shared by 2-4 people. We'll be back soon, hopefully with warmer weather. read more

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Any time of day is wonderful. Food is always delicious and staff is friendly. Make reservations for brunch on Sundays and enjoy.

Somewhere between colonial role players that refuse to break their 1770's character and couples celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary lies this quaint little restaurant. The drinks flow and the food options are plenty. The brunch menu was good and priced great. The service was friendly and welcoming. My only disappointment was that I didn't see the Flight of Margaritas until I was getting ready to leave. read more

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The ambiance is open and quiet. Rather clean and had a lot of natural lights. They had fairly clean gender neutral bathrooms as well. The food was decent. They have a vast menu so some things were better than others. They have options for vegetarian and vegans which was also nice. The highlight of my meal was their vegan cheese pizza. It is the best vegan pizza I have ever had would recommend that for sure! read more

Unbelievable......Have ordered before take out, tonight they said they were to busy to take my order for take out. Rude, No apologies.... Surly know now to not to give my business to them anymore. Does not even rate 1 star. read more

Fantastic wings. I wish they could have been a little less expensive, but I'd buy them again and again. We got the garlic parm and chefs kiss. Our server was on point. Prompt and attentive. Food came out quickly, it was hot and fresh. We also got an order of the truffle parm fries and an order of the glazed sweet potato fries with our wings, and a peppermint stout beer. It was a relaxed but nice atmosphere, perfect for a date night after 8pm after a long day of Christmas shopping in the area. We are not far, down in Newport News, but we'll be returning for future date nights. read more

It is unfortunate that a place my wife and I have enjoyed since moving to Williamsburg is now ruined and off our places to visit. Thanks to the owner, Stephen Smith, and his unwarranted reaction to a "Thank you" note I left on my business card to show appreciation to the bartender we had the pleasure of serving us. This is Stephen's email to me (he also copied his managers of restaurants): "Hey Todd, don't do this. Someone (me) might consider it a blatant and transparent attempt to poach employees. If it is your intention to get yourself banned from my restaurants please respond to this email in any way which causes me agita." I do not take kindly to bullies who assume. Here is my response: "Greetings Stephen, Let me provide some clarity, whether it is local or in my travels I have always left a business card to note good service, food, and atmosphere. I believe in letting those that work so hard in our chosen field know they are appreciated. As a lifelong hospitality professional, I do not attempt to "poach" employees, talent finds its way to where they are nurtured and respected. Your presentiment about my card or desire is unwarranted. Please, put your fear and anxiety aside as I will not return, support, or extend any recommendations to any business that would address a customer as you did in your communication. I hope this will help, Todd." Stephen could have reached out as a professional to share his concern but chose to go on the attack less than an hour after we finished what is now our last meal in any of his establishments. read more

Bloody Mary Bar AND Brunch? Yes please! The 3 egg omelette (build your own - mine was mozzarella, bacon, spinach, and tomato) was delish! And the make your own Bloody Mary Bar was fun and yummy too. Everyone from the Host, the Waitress(es), and the Manager were wonderful. I also enjoyed the atmosphere. Whoever designed/decorated that quaint space is awesome. And the gentleman playing the guitar was so delightful. Definitely will return. read more

Craft 31 - Bloody Mary (made at a Bloody Mary Bar) - Pizza Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

I've been twice so far. I think the vibe and decor are very inviting. The staff is kind as well. I loved the margarita flight. The burgers were tasty and the pizza was huge! I love the option for truffle and sweet potato fries. They also have patio seating and a private room perfect for large parties. read more

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The worst restaurant in the area, especially if you do not know better. Tourist beware of this location. No bang for your buck. Think I'm joking? Order burger french fries and see the white castle patty and 10 fries you get back. Take out meal, look like children's meal portion. Jambalaya was made entirely wrong. Chicken, shrimp, and sausage is suppose to be mixed together, not sitting on 4 small piles with less than handful of rice. They are price gauging when portions are this horrible. Entire family ordered, entire family disappointed. Not a family spot unless you like wasting money on a "basic menu." read more

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. - As far as your basic brewpub goes, with some beers on tap and some sandwiches and pizza, this place is gold. Wife and I went on a Friday, 1 pm. Ample parking. Seated right away. Ambience - clean, the heated patio area is dandy. Beer - really good selection of mostly Virginia beers. Like, dang good selection. Food - you kiddin' me? The $12 lunch special is a ridiculous good value. Wife's pizza was easily too much for her, even with my gluttonous ass helping. Thin crust but not crunchy, crackery thin. Good sauce. I had the fried chicken sandwich - big 'ol piece of thigh meat, very crispy. As part of the lunch special, we both got side house salads - a decent size and more than just some lettuce on a plate. I mean, back home in the DC area, that sandwich alone would set me back $16-$17. Our flight of four beers cost like $11. So lots of decent food, very good beer selection, great value ... definitely coming back. And recommending to you, dear reader. read more

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First things first: this place loves dogs! We were in town to have CT scans done on our younger pup.....so a VERY somber day for us. The staff welcomed us and gave us a primo spot on the porch in the shade on this lovely (weather) day. I'll be honest, I don't even remember exactly what we ordered, but the food was excellent, the service stellar, and even sweet Matti gives five stars for the attentive wait staff, who made sure she had and endless supply of chilled water. The staff was awesome at handling our delicate...and emotional,,,visit with tact and grace. Highly recommend Craft 31. We will visit again on a happier occasion....WITH our Matti. ...great wine, beer, cocktail selection, too..... Thank You, Craft 31. For providing a little goodness on a difficult day. read more

Food was OK. Had burger which was just average. Service was attentive and pleasant. Ambiance was loud- but summer months will do that! Convenient location will lead to repeated visits. read more

Great food here too salads and barbeque and hamburgers. The lamb burger and black and blue burger are irresistible

Ordered a side house salad with blue cheese dressing & "pbr battered alaskan cod / coleslaw / french fries / malt vinegar / lemon pepperoncini tartar". The salad & French fries were very good. HOWEVER, the fish & cole sale totally missed my mark. I do not really know what "pbr batter" is nor can I find a description on the internet, but it formed a tasteless hard shell around the most un-flaky semi-solid cod ever - like it had been frozen a long time ago. This fried cod was totally inconsistent in taste & texture with any I have ever! The cole slaw was chopped cabbage lightly sprinkled with a little "old bay" seasoning and apparently "not dressed". VERY DISSAPOINTED & nothing like the enjoyable visit I had 5May2023! read more