Amazing! We were visiting for 3 days and ate here twice for dinner and had to come back for brunch…read morebefore going home. Each meal is prepared with delicious ingredients, unexpected combinations, exceptional care...you can't help but watch your neighbors plate arrive and plan your next visit. Truly exceptional! Can't wait to come back! Thank you to Kenny & Anthony for a fantastic experience and great service!

We absolutely loved our experience at Amber Ox from start to finish. The food was exceptional - a…read morespecial shout out to the biscuit board, Brussels, and the Banana Toffee desert (OMG!). More than anything, however, was our INCREDIBLE server, Brittany B. She was a total joy. We loved her from the start. She was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. She elevated the experience from wonderful to OUTSTANDING. I couldn't speak more highly of her service and I hope Amber Ox pays special attention to the gem of a hospitality wizard they have in her.

Fun ambiance, great service, delicious food! Highly…read morerecommend this unique restaurant! We have a good time here each time we dine here! Very pleasant and attentive service. Food is excellent! Something for everyone. Our favorite appetizer is the large warm and tender pretzel straight from the oven! Carolyn P.

A group of 10 of us went for lunch this week, and everyone enjoyed their meals. Andrew was an…read moreexcellent server. When asked about preparation and ingredients in regards to food allergies, he always went to ask the chef. Our group ordered the fish and chips, burger, Count of Monte Cristo sandwich, chicken salad (which came in a tortilla bowl), and the Reuben sandwich. It was a quiet lunch as we were enjoying our meals. They also were awesome in providing separate checks for everyone. A fun feature: dog bowls filled with popcorn were brought to the table to enjoy while our food was being prepared! This is a new location for the Hound's Tale. It's quite large and it has a separate bar area. Parking is free and plentiful in front.

Fun, lively club atmosphere (we came after 8pm). Beers are excellent and my daughter loved her food.read more

Super fun location hidden in Colonial Williamsburg. Bar meets arcade. Food options consist of 'Ol…read moreDominion Burgers, Electric Circus Taco Bar, or pizza from Mushroom Mellow next door. The weekly events here look like real fun! Play a few games. Enjoy a few drinks. Great place to stop in before or after venturing around Colonial Williamsburg!

Was a pleasant surprise to be able to get a reservation on Mothers Day. It says casual attire…read morehowever for dinner, most are more casual elegant. Our service was friendly and helpful in helping me chose a drink to try. The drinks were delicious, a tad on the pricey side but these are our times. I opted for the brisket short rib burger and it was the most flavorful burger I've ever had! I could only finish half of the burger. Very nice ambiance.

We made a reservation here during the Fourth of July week for a Thursday and arrived at the Inn for…read moredinner. We weren't sure where the restaurant was located within the building so we stopped to ask where the Terrace a room was at a hostess stand where three women were working. They all stared at us like we had dropped from the sky and then one woman gestured down the hall. Except it wasn't down the hall. We were in fact at the Terrace Room hostess stand. Sort of an odd beginning. We were seated at a two top with one chair and a couch with huge pillows scattered all over that left no room to actually sit. Had to toss them to the center of the couch to squeeze in. The menus are giant in size so it's hard to lay them down on the small table. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. We started off with a bourbon cocktail that included some candied ginger and was very refreshing. The server gave us each a small cube of bread and some butter. It was sort of comical how miserly they were with the bread. The menu offerings were sort of odd but we were able to watch what other tables ordered to make our selections. The entree prices are pretty hefty. We each got a Caesar Salad to start that was good. We both settled on the brisket sandwich (a July Fourth special) and one of us got the fries and the other a side of summer veggies that was squash & zucchini. The sandwich was okay but nothing grand for $21 and the veggie side caused us to both explode with laughter at how meager it was. C'mon folks, squash is dirt cheap so load it up. Absolutely ridiculous. Their wine selections were not super familiar to us and pricey but they give you an ample pour. The Inn itself is very beautiful and the night stars shimmering on the reflecting pool out front is very romantic. I'd recommend a drink at the bar and skipping the $200 dinner for two.

Our routine during our last visit to Williamsburg was to meet family at restoration bar before…read moredinner. It's really the way life should be lived. The cocktails are excellent and the beer selection includes a few really good local options. It's a small place with very comfortable seating. We were always able to find a spot. The service was always excellent. After a long day of sightseeing, it truly was restorative

I had never stepped inside the Williamsburg Inn before but was feeling curious at the end of…read moreNovember. After an event at the Lodge, my mom and I popped in and opted to dine at Restoration Bar for lunch. The dining area was ornate yet comfy with lots of natural light. Our server was lovely. We started with the butternut bisque curry, which had quite the hint of spice, and then we shared a pizza. We both looooved the pizza; it was so good! Even our server said it's her favorite item on their menu. It's certainly a good option for a meal in Colonial Williamsburg.

The Virginia Beer Company is a vibe with its well-lit outdoor patio and open garage doors. There's…read morea free parking lot and lots of space inside where you can watch the beer being brewed. I walked in on a Monday evening an hour before closing for their sole sour ale on tap. I was given a taste before committing. It was not super sour or sweet, but tasty with notes of peach. They host special evenings most days of the week with discounts for teachers, veterans, people in the food industry, and more.

Stopped here for a lovely pint (and tasty Pinoy food truck din din) on a long drive from Richmond…read moreto Virginia Beach! It was a hot a** day and I was craving a cold beer. Their Vienna lager did not disappoint. It was light, crisp, refreshing, and just malty enough to wash down the tasty noodles I enjoyed alongside. I also really loved the community vibe of this place, with a huge beer garden and plenty of indoor seating too. I also appreciated the super friendly service and welcoming crowd of locals. The parking lot was a bit tight and I learned the hard way why most folks backed into their parking spots (it was a tight corridor backing out)!

Great location right in Merchant Square. They have a nice outdoor seating area, but the wait was 30…read moreminutes, so we ate indoors. The atmosphere was lively. I ordered a cappuccino to drink. As you can see by my picture, the cup was only about 6 oz. and it wasn't even all the way filled. Was disappointed in the size, but the cappuccino was tasty. I also ordered the Rail Sandwich, which was delicious, but very messy. Our server was attentive. This was our first time here, and I would give it another shot.

We were excited to make our way out to the DoG Street Pub in Merchants Square this past Saturday…read morefor dinner and drinks. We found the atmosphere of this gastropub, once an 80-year old bank, to be very relaxed and fun dining experience. It was busy and the noise level was loud, but that was expected as there were several larger groups of all ages. Service was good. We were seated at a nice table. The nitro stout on tap was enjoyed by a few in our party. The "chips" aka fries that came with our burgers were exceptional. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked the Impossible Burger which was larger than expected. My husband enjoyed the Fish and Chips which was also a generous sized plate. The Duke of Gloucester Street Pub offers a nice dining experience while you're in Williamsburg's Merchant Square.

What an amazing evening. Our server was delightful and so attentive. We were seated near the window…read moreand it was fun to look out to see the street as people walked by. The real candles on the table really added to the experience. We order drinks from the drink menu. I had the champagne cocktail and my partner had the rummer. He felt his drink was overly sweet but my drink was prefect. The bread service arrived with a trio of dips, fresh whipped butter, a corn chutney, and ham spread. All were delicious. The bread was excellent. We both ordered the salmon with jumbo lump crab. It was a fantastic dish's we both cleaned our plates. We also ordered dessert. The chocolate tart and pecan pie. It was so good! What a wonderful visit. I highly recommend!

Don't go thinking the food is going to be great. It's equivalent to theme park food with a high…read moreprice, sad selection and okay flavor. The server was the highlight. Black-eyed peas and rice were decent but fully believe they are canned beans just based on the rest of the food. The server said it was Carolina gold rice but it's not based on the texture. It's Sysco parboiled rice. Crab cakes were 80% filling and were bone dry. BBQ chicken sandwich was dry and the bread was stale. Onion pot pie was good and the veggies on the side were good. Husband enjoyed the pecan pie but they put honey on the plate and said the whipped cream was fresh. Okay. Don't believe you but okay. I am fine to eat here to support Colonial Williamsburg but if you come here, make sure you level set your expectations.

I really enjoy this place. It's one of the many places that allow us to bring our dog to enjoy some…read moregreat snacks and drinks. What is fun is that they seem to rotate and try out different whiskey flavors and bourbon. It makes it fun to always be on the lookout for what's next. The service here has always been top notch. All the employees seem to really enjoy the environment and were very genuine to be nice to our dog and daughter. It's this attention to detail that has always kept us coming. Keep it up Copper Fox! Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: The overall property size is crazy big. The main store front is a place we love to visit as we just like to go to the back with our puppers, play games, drink and enjoy snacks. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: yes

If you love bourbon, whiskey, and other spirits, it's worth visiting Copper Fox Distillery. Near…read moreColonial Williamsburg, the large space gives tours. There's also a tasting room with flights, cocktails, and bar snacks like pimento cheese dip and pretzels. To drink, I ordered the sangria. It was sweet, but you could taste the bourbon. There was a lot of ice, so I didn't get much drink for over $10, but still worth it.

Top notch service and the food choices are plentiful. We started with the deviled eggs( not…read morepickled, as they have been in the past) and very tasty. My wife had the Cobb salad and added a burger patty..she loved it! I had the mushroom swiss burger( double w/pink ) and goodness it was delish and I had the side salad which was very refreshing.. Genesee cream ale for desert and the wife absolutely loves the margarita on draft. Thank You Cook's staff for amazeball service and great food!

I rarely leave negative reviews, especially for locally owned businesses, but my experience at…read moreCook's on October 25 was disappointing enough that I felt compelled to share it. What makes it even more frustrating is that I reached out to the restaurant directly the following day, hoping to give management an opportunity to address the situation before posting a public review. Four days later, I have received no response. Unfortunately, that silence has only reinforced the impression that customer satisfaction is not a priority. My wife and I were enjoying an evening in Williamsburg with another couple. I recommended Cook's because I had previously enjoyed both the food and atmosphere. Unfortunately, while the food was once again very good, the service was among the worst I have experienced in quite some time. After being seated and provided water, we waited approximately 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging our table. During that time, the booth beside us was cleared, cleaned, and seated with new customers whose orders were taken while we continued to wait. I attempted twice to get the attention of passing employees before finally having to raise my voice just to ask someone to send our server over. When our server finally arrived, there was no apology, no acknowledgment of the delay, and very little courtesy. She took our orders with an indifferent attitude that made us feel more like an inconvenience than welcomed guests. Unfortunately, the service never improved. Our drinks took another 15-20 minutes to arrive, and once our food was delivered, our server never returned to check on us. No drink refills, no inquiry about our meals, and no attention whatsoever. We eventually had to request our checks, which were incorrect despite having specifically asked that they be separated by couple. The irony is that the food was excellent. Every person at our table enjoyed their meal. But good food alone cannot compensate for service that makes customers feel completely unimportant. Three of the four people at our table have worked in the restaurant industry. We understand that restaurants get busy, mistakes happen, and employees have difficult days. We weren't expecting perfection. A simple apology, a little courtesy, or even the slightest effort to make things right would have completely changed our experience. Instead, four customers left with little desire to return. I was particularly disappointed because I had recommended Cook's to our friends. As we left, my wife said, "I never have to come here again." Our friends expressed essentially the same sentiment. Rather than immediately posting a negative review, I took the time to send a detailed, respectful email to the restaurant on October 26. I explained our experience, complimented the food, and made clear that I wasn't seeking anything complimentary or special. I simply wanted management to be aware of what happened and hoped to hear their perspective. No response. Not even a brief acknowledgment. That may be the most disappointing part of this entire experience. Poor service on one evening can be an isolated incident. Ignoring a customer who takes the time to provide thoughtful feedback creates an entirely different impression. I live in Williamsburg and genuinely enjoy supporting local restaurants. Dining out is expensive, and when customers choose to spend their hard-earned money at an establishment, they should reasonably expect to be treated with basic courtesy and respect. Cook's clearly knows how to prepare good food. Unfortunately, based on our experience and the lack of response afterward, I am left questioning whether they place the same importance on taking care of their customers. Good food brings people through the door. Good service brings them back. Unfortunately, Cook's gave four satisfied diners very little reason to return.