We were looking for somewhere to eat in Williamsburg and came across this spot. At first glance, it…read morelooks like an upscale restaurant, but it's actually casual dining and kid-friendly. We were seated right away, and our service was awesome from start to finish. FOOD REVIEW Thai Poppin' Shrimp 5/5 - I really appreciated Robin for making sure we had a great experience with this dish. Berry Burrata 3/5 - Not my favorite, but still decent. Asian Chicken Wraps 3/5 - This was okay, just a little too saucy for me. Fried Green Tomatoes 5/5 - One of our favorites. The pimiento cheese paired perfectly with it. Carolina Burger 4/5 - Huge portion, and my son really enjoyed it. 2nd St Burger 4/5 - Another big portion and overall really good. Kids Pizza & Tenderloins 3/5 - Decent for the kids, though the pizza bread was a bit dense. DRINKS Margarita 4/5 Prickly Pear 4/5 Robin really made our experience even better. She checked on us frequently and made sure everything came out right. The portions here are on the larger side, so I'd recommend ordering family-style if you're dining with a group. Overall, the food was great, and the service made the experience even better.

I searched for French dip in Williamsburg. Second street bistro kept coming up on ChatGPT. I looked…read moreat the menu and saw a brisket sandwich. When I got to the restaurant I asked if they had horse radish: no. Au jus: yes. I wanted a piece of Carrot cake but I thought $18 was exorbitant. I opted for the pecan pie instead. The online menu said they had some crispy chicken dinner... It was no longer part of the menu when I arrived to the restaurant.. My significant other is allergic to shellfish, and does not eat pork... There weren't a lot of entrée options for him because there was pork all over the place. I did order him some salmon since he could not get the chicken. He liked the salmon. The broccoli had no flavor on it. And the brown rice pilaf was equally Bland. The brisket sandwich was ...okay... but dipping it in French onion soup calling it onion jus.... It just pissed me off. I think the menu was overpriced for tourists. The staff seemed to be doing the best they could. I guess I'll continue my hunt for the best Friend dip in Williamsburg. I'm down here a lot.

We had no reservation and it was busy! Luckily they had a high top table available so we were…read moreseated quickly. Service was outstanding. No one who works there stands still. Everyone was helping do whatever was needed. The food was delicious and dessert was great. Hubby had a mixed drink from the bar which he said was mixed well and I had the Hot Chocolate Skrewball which was amazing. Highly recommend!

The Hounds Tale delivered exactly what the night called for, good food, easy laughs, and even…read morebetter company. Me and my "Usual Suspects" made our way out to The Hound's Tale, and it didn't disappoint. The space hits you right away... cozy without trying too hard. Eclectic art, warm finishes, and a staff that knows how to read the room and keep things moving without hovering. Comfortable. Intentional. Dialed in. Now... it just so happened to be everyone's "cheat day," so discipline never stood a chance. Within minutes, the table looked like a comfort food summit... bacon cheeseburgers, loaded hot dogs, fries doing what fries do, and of course... the gratuitous side salad to keep things respectable. Bottom line: solid pick for a laid-back night with friends. Good energy, satisfying food, no pressure. Recommendation level: Go enjoy!

We spent the day in Colonial Williamsburg and decided to eat in the area. Amber Ox is a farm to…read morefork restaurant with seasonal favorites. We did not have a reservation, but easily found a table at the bar. The servers were personable and super helpful. We actually enjoyed sitting in the bar area watch the various trays exit the kitchen window. Mixed drinks had a fresh taste. We ordered the pimento cheese dip ( savory) and the soft" melt in your mouth "biscuits served with an array of butter/spreads. The beet salad was earthy in a good way with a great mix of beets, nuts, brie cheese,and fresh greens. The smoked chicken was not dry with a smoked flavor . The creamy greens had an excellent texture . I actually ate all of the grits ( I am usually not a fan of grits). They had a mashed potato taste/texture and were amazing!

Sophie was one of the best (best?) servers I have had in memory.Every request was meant with a…read moresmile and a 'yes'. She was engaging, accurate, timely. Food was delicious and hot. Cocktails unique and tasty. You folks know how do it right. You could teach a few other, similarly-priced, local restaurants a thing r two.Thank you.

Decent little coffee shop inside the Williamsburg Lodge. When I say "little" I mean it - very…read moresmall and can get crammed, especially when there's a conference with others trying to visit. Service was nice though and their light brew coffee was really good. If you stay there and have status, you get 2 cups per day for free!

If you're a guest staying at this Marriott Williamsburg CW property or if you're an attendee at a…read moreconference or event at the property, this place is really the only option you have to get a cup of coffee or a hot or cold latte or tea, cold pressed juice, or a breakfast sandwich. Nothing wrong with this little grab-and-go carry out shop but at the same time, I wouldn't call it anything ahhhhmazzzzinggggg that would warrant more than just an average 3 star rating. Better than and more options than a hotel lobby self serve "mini mart." They serve self serve coffee (Members, don't forget to ask for your complimentary daily coffee tickets upon check-in!) but this place also has a barista for hot or iced lattes. Decent lattes, thankfully made with espresso shots not watered down or weak & wimpy. On par with what you would get at Starbucks. The latte menu is NOT extensive so don't expect a long latte/coffee drink menu like at Starbucks. I posted a pic of the latte/tea/juice/bfast sando menu with prices so have a look. Staff is SUPER NICE but both times I was there getting a hot latte, there was ONE WORKER each time running cash AND barista-ing. Not many more can fit behind that tiny ordering counter frankly. Thus - if you see any kind of long line, BE PREPARED TO WAIT. Or come back during non-rush hours. (Remember this is a conference center so it is highly likely conference attendees will be lining up to order before the start of the conference day and in between sessions throughout the day!) I read on their website that all their baked goods and pastries as well as sandwiches, salads etc are freshly house made there on prem so that's nice. Prices are not break the bank (for a hotel). My small hot vanilla latte was $7. Like I said - as a hotel lobby grab-and-go so you don't have to walk far or drive to get your latte-fix on, The Cupboard is right-there-convenient and will absolutely do just fine. If you DO feel like going off the property to go to an indie coffee shop, I drove to and tried the relatively new Grit Coffee in Midtown for the first time - pretty good (read my review and see my pics): Or go to the ever-famous Aromas in CW near the William&Mary campus, an OG legend which imo is overhyped but still a good option - parking can be a pain, frankly better to walk there from the hotel (it's prob a 20 min walk to Aromas but you walk straight down beautiful CW - on a nice day, can't beat that.).

I think a Reuben is a good test to see if a deli is worth going back to, and the Jewish Mother's…read moreDeli makes a very good one. It was loaded with corned beef and was still warm but not soggy, surviving the drive home. The staff are friendly and quick. I only had a short wait before my sandwich was ready. Any longer and I would have caved and gotten a slice of cake from the dessert case I was ogling while I waited. I'll definitely be back for another Reuben, but also to try their breakfast sandwiches and latkes.

I may be a bagel snob. I didn't really like the taste of their onion bagels. I don't know how to…read moredescribe the difference. They are big bagels though. The best bagels are in Charlottesville--Bodos bagels. I suggest The Jewish Mother take a trip and try what many consider to be the best bagels ever! I have no affiliation other than I'm a frequent customer of Bodos. The service was very good. Especially since I had a credit gift card that had to be entered manually. The staff were patient. It's a grab and go place. So scope out a place to sit outside if you want to eat right away.

This was a great place to stop for a late morning bite. It very much gives off quirky, college town…read morecafe, which I loved. Our food was very good, the poutine was honestly one of the best things I had to eat in a long time. Mixed with the fried egg every bite was genuinely a "perfect bite". I ordered a chai old fashioned. I did not really get that much of a Chai flavor, it tasted more cinnamon than anything else. I would not order again. The hostess/server was very attentive and pleasant. One thing to note is that it appears that the cafe does not always have pastries.

First off the service was fantastic which is why they got 4 stars. Very friendly and took good…read morecare of my pups. The outdoor patio is casual but comfortable to enjoy. And the fresh air felt great. Onto the food. The salted butter bread though tasty was tough to cut and served at room temp. The almond butter and apricot jam were fantastic but the bread was tough to bite. We both got the poutine which he enjoyed, I thought it was bland and lacked much in the way of flavor. Disappointing plus not much in the way of tater tots. They didnt have the doggie menu I saw online which is why I came here but they did make up a beef patty with rice. My dogs ate the beef and played with the rice. And tap water was served which wouldn't have been so bad bit again it was served at room temp which made it taste odd. All in all probably not a spot I will return

The Cheese Shop I'm honestly mad at myself for not taking pictures -- because this place is that…read morefun. You can grab a sandwich (lots of great options) and their house dressing alone is worth the stop. Seriously delicious. But the real fun is the cheese counter. You can build your own cheese board, browse all their incredible cheeses and charcuterie options, and then... here's the best part... Take everything downstairs to the cellar, order a glass (or bottle) of wine, and just enjoy. No rush. No fuss. Just good food, good wine, and a great atmosphere. It's one of those spots that feels like an experience, not just a meal. Fun, relaxed, and so, so yum. If you're in Colonial Williamsburg, don't skip this one. Grab cheese, grab wine, and settle in -- you'll be glad you did.

The cheese shop is still a great place right in Merchant's square!…read more I got my usual and it was fresh and delicious! Turkey & Provolone on French Bread! I also tried one of their chocolate chip cookies and a brookie and they were both delicious! Will get those again! Loved that on a busy Sunday lunch time that they had an employee greeting everyone and telling them how the ordering process works and directing people to where they ahold go! Made everything so efficient! No seating inside but plenty outside! Also lots of yummy treats and food items to look at inside while waiting for your sandwich to be prepared!

We had lunch at Tipsy Beans Cafe while visiting Williamsburg and it was a great stop…read more When we first walked in, I assumed it was counter service like a typical coffee bar. After checking in at the bar, we were told to grab a seat and that a server would come by, which they did promptly. The menu leans heavily into brunch, with plenty of options, plus coffee made just about any way you want it. True to the name, you can also add a shot or a bit of booze to just about anything. Service was fast and friendly throughout. I ordered a breakfast benedict and a mimosa, both of which were excellent. My daughter went with pancakes and really enjoyed them as well. Overall, a great experience and an easy recommendation if you are in Williamsburg and looking for a relaxed brunch or lunch spot.

4 stars because it's a cluster, no reservations, doesn't pick up the phone, the wait times are…read moreridiculous & not enough space for parties waiting. IT'S SMALL I tried to call in my order but I got the voicemail almost every single time. Finally, after calling about 10 times I got through and placed my order. They told me the wait was going to be about 15. It was about a 10 min drive and when I got there, I still had to wait. There wasn't space for me to wait so people thought that I was waiting in line each time they walked in. It's super busy, but super small. I waited in the restaurant for my order for maybe an extra 20 mins. So, the wait time was 15 but I waited about 30 mins total. I ordered the catfish platter with fries. They definitely seasoned the catfish and fried it hard. The fries were thick cut and seasoned, but they weren't fried long enough. 3 fish platters cost $50. I would try this place again, but maybe a lot earlier in the day. Because this place is very inconvenient.

New restaurant in Williamsburg is not one to miss...can't say enough about this place. Our server,…read moreNurgul was EXCELLENT! Just the sweetest! It was our anniversary & she made us feel very special! Food was scrumptious, tomato & burrata, main courses, crab cakes & scallops & risotto! Cooked to perfection!! The GM, Steven was going table to table making sure everyone had the best dining experience. Can't wait to go back!!!

So this is the shrimp salad from Ember's Restaurant in Williamsburg. If you've never been to the…read moreWilliamsburg Marketplace, you should make it a point to get there one Saturday or Sunday morning. Anyway, the fish and shrimp salad was perhaps one of the best salads I've had in several years. I had the shrimp cooked well done, and they have a drizzle that is absolutely to die for. Again, I'm all about the vibes of a place, and this one is top-notch. This will certainly become one of our monthly favorites in Williamsburg.

Been going here for years. Fell in love with it the first time we went to Williamsburg. Small,…read morequaint, French restaurant within the Historic area. Our service by Sarah was very good. She gave us suggestions that were perfect. Started off with French onion soup, fried oysters, and Côtes du Rhône. We split the Boeuf Bourguignon $39. Very tasty, nice portion, just like we had in Paris. For dessert, Chocolate Mousse prepared table side. Two glasses of Prosecco. Definitely would recommend.

Visited Blue Talon Bistro recently. Our server with blue hair wasn't very friendly at the beginning…read moreand didn't communicate with us well, though she was better by the end of the meal. The food was alright--nothing amazing, but decent. The portion sizes were good and filling. We spent around $90 for a couple, which felt a little high for the overall experience. Overall, it was an okay visit, but the service could have started off much better.