Although we have been to Le Yaca several times in the past, we were disappointed in our experience last week. We picked La Yaca to celebrate a birthday and went first thing when they opened at 5 p.m. But we were disappointed in our service and our food. The service was not the usual "paced" service, but it was slow and our waiter did not bring the wine that was ordered until asked several times about it. I ordered the lobster tails and they were tough - either overcooked or not fresh. I realize that I should have sent them back at the start with what they cost - but I ate them. As we arrived the hostess acknowledged my birthday, but at the end the waiter brought my husband's dessert that had a chocolate with "happy anniversary" on it and then they brought two glasses of champagne and wished us a happy anniversary. I know that I took French and that "bon anniversaire" is happy birthday - but the restaurant seemed to have really just mixed it up. The ambiance is always nice there and the menu is lovely. My husband enjoyed the Thursday night special, it was just a disappointment for me. read more

This was such a wonderful treat and I loved everything about it. Relaxing and no rush kinda place. They put thought into every detail of the dining experience. I can't wait to go back! We had the three course lunch it was beautiful and the soup was a cream of asparagus which was delish. Scallop Augratin was amazing! read more

Great place, great food and great service! It was recommended to me by a coworker. 5 courses that we savored every bite.

Excellent. First time there and can't wait to return. Food and service excellent Ambiance great 5 star read more

Best onion soup I had and cream brûlée so delicious I love love this place customer service I give a 10highly recommend .

Best meal I have had in a long while. Very comparable to the four seasons of old in New York. Presentation perfect. Food and wine exquisite. Dessert soufflé was wonderful. Staff is friendly and timely. Overall a great experience read more

We arrived 10 min late and still had to wait to be seated, then we had to wait 25 min at our table, stand up to ask a waiter to come. We ordered a bottle of wine from 2010, they brought us 2011. We asked for a discount which we got. Im French and this is one of the worse restaurant I went to in America. The foie gras was not cook enough. The peach was definitely not fresh but from a can - hard, not flavorful. Then the soup was not amazing. I got the lobster that was on the same layer of potatoes than the scallops appetizer. The lobster tasted like burned that's it. We didn't even bothered ordering dessert. It is not a really expensive restaurant but you would expect much better. Plus the inside looks like nothing French. read more

Another great meal and Birthday celebration. The Service is outstanding, not just occasionally, but every time. When in Williamsburg, this restaurant should be at the top of your list. Oh, don't forget the warm chocolate cake and ice cream for your dessert! read more

Le Yaca - My Mother's 79th birthday celebration. - French Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Merveilleux! Excellent service, excellent food! Waiter very cordial and allowing slowly paced dining experience. Nothing to critique. Just Go! We went for Brunch. read more

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We were in Williamsburg VA celebrating my 70Th Birthday Trip. Started in Charleston SC and end up for five nights at the Williamsburg Inn. Alexander our Bellmen at the Inn recommend us to get the Crab Cake as an appetizer because we had to have it he said it's the best he's ever had. Well we did and he was so right. Our entire meal from the crab cake to the Steak dish onion soup house salad was one of the most amazing meals we had on our 10 day journey. Don't miss this amazing restaurant on your travels while in Williamsburg Virginia. Thank you for the wonderful memories!! Marsha Pazos read more

My rating is based off of a combination of my and my partner's experience at Le Yaca. I had the Saumon Cru and the Duck entree. To be honest, my meal was blah at best. The salmon was pretty much just straight lemon juice, which overpowered the fish completely. I attempted to scrape off what I could, but there was no going back. The duck was meh. No seasoning of any kind nor was there a nice sear on the breast. It lacked any flavor normally associated with duck. It was just a more buttery textured piece of chicken. The foie gras that came with it was divine and the white peach accompaniments were a perfect touch. However the potatoes and spinach were lackluster. Luckily, this is a rare restaurant that keeps S&P on the table. Overall, I'd give my own meal a 2/5. My partner however, had a wonderful meal, and it would be entirely unfair to leave that out. First was the crab crepe. The crepe was light and fluffy and stuffed with a ton of crab. Next were the crab cakes which were as described on the menu- hardly no filler. So tasty. I was too busy snapping photos of the duck that I didn't get one before the cakes were devoured. I did manage to get one of what the typical bite consisted of though. 4/5 We both had the onion soup. The fact that it wasn't the typical kind you find in a crock was delightful. It wasn't a broth, but more of an emulsion of onion. I personally loved that about it, my partner not so much. The flavor was great though. 3.5/5 The one thing we both agreed on was the ambiance. There was a party of 13 forced to sit at 2 different tables right next to our table of 2. It made it extremely difficult to talk and we had to resort to texting each other to talk (I kid you not). Not entirely Le Yaca's fault, but there are multiple dining rooms and a private room that could have accommodated the large party. Otherwise the ambiance was fine. 3.5/5 All in all- there were high expectations that weren't met. We would definitely return for the crab, foie, and heard all about the escargots. I hope to revisit and edit this review in the future. read more

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My family and I went to Le Yaca to celebrate my grandmother's birthday. After years of visiting Williamsburg, I can definitely say that Le Yaca is one of my favorite places for lunch or brunch, so we knew we had to celebrate this special occasion there. We decided to order the brunch, which includes three courses, a cocktail, and bread for $31 per person, which is a steal as far as I am concerned. I ended up ordering the butternut squash soup for my first course. It was lush and creamy without being too rich; simply perfect for a warm spring day. For my main course, I selected the salmon with shallots, lemon, and caper beurre blanc sauce. This was absolutely divine and a generous portion, so I was able to have leftovers. For dessert, my boyfriend and I split the fondant au chocolat. The cake itself was decadent, but the vanilla ice cream tasted a bit off to me (perhaps freezer burn?). Also, I would have preferred a dab of raspberry coulis instead of the chocolate or vanilla sauces on the side, as they were a bit too rich when combined with the cake. Despite this, it was still a delicious dessert. Overall, Le Yaca is a wonderful place for a special occasion or simply a nice lunch. Their portions are generous, their prices are reasonable, and their food is spectacular. read more

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This is truly one of the best restaurants in the Williamsburg area. It is virtually impossible to order anything other than a great meal, because each item on the menu is outstanding, delicious, delectable, tastefully and visually outstanding. read more

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For the past 10+ years we have celebrated my wife's birthday in January, Valentine's Day & Mother's Day at Le Yaca, our all time favorite area restaurant. The Staff has always been accommodating, the service superior, and the atmosphere serene and relaxing. The food was excellent and price was reasonable. Teona, thank you so very much for your attention to detail and outstanding service. Howard: thank you, Sir, for taking a few moments out of your busy day to chat with me. My wife & I will return on Valentine's Day. read more

Had a wonderful dinner for 3 here. Enjoyed the prix fixe which was well choreographed. Soups to start then onto fish, crab cake and meat which were thoughtfully prepared. Desserts and coffee were delicious as well. Attentive staff and beautiful decor. read more

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Service is great. Charles is so wonderful. Great service! The food is to die for. The beef tenderloin melts in your mouth. The desert is amazing we had 3 different desserts. The soup of the day was delicious. read more

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Great restaurant. Staff attentive and friendly. Food was outstanding. Fix price offering was great. Crab cake real lump no filler. Steak was tender and flavorful. read more

Matt was great! Food was as good as we remembered. Nice place for French treats and flavors

The food here is tastes great but the service and prices are sub par. Disappointed that the "Burger Special" which included a glass of wine is now just a burger with a small side of sliced potato (not fries). $19??? Rip off. Their website still advertises the old special and they made no mention of it during the reservation (we asked about the special). so it felt like a bait and switch They claim it's due to an increase in prices in the food industry. Meanwhile other restaurants in town have kept the prices down.... There are more creative ways to cut costs at Your restaurant, instead you decreased desirability. Shame. read more

What stood out to us was the phenomenal service at Le Yaca! The staff was very friendly and attentive, seemed to know when to converse and when to give us space, and the owner/manager came by twice to talk with us. They have a nicely decorated indoor area and outdoor patio seating (and were able to accommodate our dog outside). The food was really tasty and reasonably priced - we enjoyed the steak and lobster and the lamb. The meals were well-seasoned, well-cooked, and well-portioned. Overall, this was a great dining experience and we would recommend Le Yaca. read more

We were there to celebrate a major accomplishment and my husband and I decided to finally go to Le Yaca, we are fairly new to Williamsburg. Eating out should be an experience and joyful land this restaurant does not let you down. The service was impeccable, the atmosphere was surfing and quiet so you could talk and ear each other. Then the food was beautifully presented tasty and with choices that you can't easily make it at home, therefore a real treasure. We will definitely go back read more

Wow! Exquisite food; excellent service so excellent for business meeting there! Highly recommended for a more elegant evening and thoughtful tasty dishes with a stylish presentations. read more

Amazing experience. The service, food, and drinks were impeccable. Great for a nice dinner or special occasion.

A great choice for french lunch/dinner. The environment is right to have no rush good eat. Because it's simpler sets to select on menu, we stop here while in the area each time we can. read more

we do not come to Williamsburg often, but when we do, we always eat here at least once. this time we were joined by friends from the area who eat here often. Food is fantastic. Service professional and friendly. already looking forward to a return trip. read more

This is a very restaurants. It's a place you can dress up, or be casual. I would recommend it for special occasions too.

This place has quickly turned to one of my favorite spots in Williamsburg. We went here for Valentine's dinner, and everything turned out perfect, from hospitality to the ambience, the food and the drinks. Brianna made an extra effort at making it a special night. The ruby red cocktail was excellent, and I loved the calf liver. We were served with extra dessert on the house, which were all excellent. Certainly recommended. read more

Le Yaca - Charlotte citron - French Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Great food, Great service The finest Williamsburg has to offer. Makes special occasions really special. The ambiance is the best in town! read more

The server Brianna was excellent knowledgeable with the menu and wine pairing. She was super pleasant. The food was great it was a nice experience. read more

My husband and I went to LeYaca for our 40th Anniversary. We choose to order from the Prix Fixe Menu. We both choose the Soupe a l'Oignon for the first course. Our main course I ordered Filets de Boeuf and my husband ordered Boeuf et Homard. For the Dessert course we both choose Soufflé Grand Marner. Food was absolutely delicious. Our waiter was professional, personable and engaging. The dress code is business casual. All the staff were great. The restaurant is a quiet and intimate place absolutely the perfect place for our occasion. read more

Amazing food and great atmosphere. The champagne cocktail was a perfect way to start our dinner, the Solomon and chicken plates were very well presented! read more

Our absolutely favorite restaurant to visit when we come to Williamsburg from our home in PA. We have enjoyed their brunch, fixed price lunch and dinner, the hamburger special , the Thursday lamb and happy hour in the lounge. This trip between our table mates, we had eggs Benedict, chicken with wine sauce and the shrimp and scallop gratin. Desserts were cheesecake, tiramisu, and creme brûlée. Everyone was very satisfied with the food and service. The chocolate croissants are a great treat. We will definitely go back as soon as we are back in town. read more

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While the cuisine and service was excellent, when I noticed I was overcharged for the bottle of St. Julien I had ordered and told I needed to speak with the Owner who appeared at my table fifteen minutes later, I was appalled at her unbelievably crude, I'll-mannered, inappropriate behavior! Fine dining is my reprieve from the too often uncivilized world we now live in, and to be treated in such a manner in a fine dining restaurant is simply shocking and inexcusable! read more

The story of how Le Yaca began is enough to tell you that there is greatness within all of their dishes. Initially went for restaurant week about two years ago now and fell in love.. dishes aren't the biggest when compared to the average American portion, and for good reason.. the flavors blow our cuisine out of the water. Definitely on the more costly side of dining in Hampton Roads, but it sure will make you feel satisfied and is well worth the treat for any special occasion or desire to treat yourself and catch a nice food high. read more

A very delicious place to bring your very special person. Be sure to check out the wine list and order dessert.

Just left with regrets and disappointment. Loved the VA beach location and wanted to try "the" le Yaca for our wedding anniversary, I was wrong and very disappointed. Our server seemed attentive enough UNTIL the usual family came...I noticed my onion soups was lukewarm that cheese inside stays solid so I waited for the server to come back and check on our food, nope, he was too busy going to kitchen/bar back and force or chatting with the family even to glance at us. We get it, they are more important than a first timers because they spend and tip a lot more. We did not come to Applebee's. Le Yaca, I believe is one of the finest restaurants in town, yes a first timer expects/deserve a certain service as well. He finally saw me raising my hand like a kid does at school. Took the soup and brought back, and it's still lukewarm, I asked again he took and brought it back with the same condition......... I asked him for a word with the manager, he said since the manager left for the night he could bring someone else below the manager.....20-30 mins past that person FINALLY showed up, turned out that person was sitting at the usual family table eating/drinking/chatting the whole time when we were waiting. The family and that person started talking about the soup situation and started giggling. Rude!!!!! No apology from that person, only excuses. read more

High end fine dining at LeYaca! The signature cocktails are good but they can mess up the basics. I ordered an Old Fashioned and it club soda in it, yuck! I have never had a complaint about the food. Steak, rockfish, lobster, escargot, onion soup or souffle all prepared to perfection. read more

Excellent food and impeccable service. Third time we have been there during our visits to Williamsburg

This is one of my favorite restaurants to bring friends and family to they have professional employees that are very courteous the atmosphere is lovely I highly recommend treating yourself to this restaurant. The food is delicious the wine and drink choices are wonderful take a break and treat yourself you won't be disappointed. read more

An absolute joy in every way!!!!!! The service, the food, the ambiance, this delightful restaurant knows what it means to serve and boy do they treat you to a memorable experience. I couldn't recommend this restaurant more. Go and be amazed! read more