We have lived Waypoint Grill for many years, back when Howard was the maitre'd. He made everyone feel like a VIP. It's still quite wonderful and price comparable with Berrett's, which is equally excellent. I started with the compressed watermelon and feta salad. Delicious and refreshing, but I think this is too large at four large pieces. This can be ordered and shared as it's a delight in summer. I had the salmon which was exactly the right size, perfectly cooked and accompanied by roasted asparagus. My husband had the crab soup which was delicious. His entree was shrimp bucatini that he enjoyed but found the portion much too large. Service was outstanding, and my rather complex food restrictions were treated with respect and caution. This is just a wonderful place to dine, especially when you want a quiet, adult environment and be just a bit fussed over. read more

Our first time in the area and the restaurant was recommended by someone at the resort we are staying at. We were seated and served quickly. Matt was our server and he is very personable and attentive. The manager was also very personable and attentive. Our food was amazingly delicious!!!! We had calamari /asparagus and sweet chili sauce. I must say, the best calamari I have eaten. My husband had the white been soup with sausage and ham chips. He said all he needed was a corner of cornbread! I had the scallops entree and the asparagus were perfectly cooked. The meal was very filling so we had no room for dessert. I definitely recommend and will return. A very warm and welcoming atmosphere. read more

Waypoint Seafood & Grill - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Delicious lunch with friends! This was the first time dining at Waypoint for lunch, and it was very nice. I enjoyed a winter white cosmo and a grilled shrimp salad. My friends had wine, the crab and shrimp fritters, and the calamari. We had to ask for bread service, which was a warm cut baguette with an herb butter. While prices are a bit high for lunch compared with other high-end restaurants in Williamsburg, everyone enjoyed their drinks and meals. Service was polite and efficient. The dining was relaxing, with a roaring fire and tables spaced nicely apart. Parking is free and located out front. read more

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This is a high quality seafood restaurant! Our whole family had a great experience. I had the seared scallops and Gordon Ramsey would've been proud. The grilled chicken entree from the kids menu was not what you'd expect: it was a flavorful, delicious piece of chicken with fries and asparagus. Our server was amazing and recommend the perfect wine to match the entree. Someone who looked like a manager was extremely proactive checking in on the guests and was extremely friendly. The atmosphere is sophisticated and perfect for date night. Absolutely recommend! read more

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Ambience - perfect for dates! Elegant set up. Food - outstanding! Will DEFINITELY like to try other things on the menu. The scallop and risotto was simply amazing! Service - military discount was a bonus!! read more

Waypoint Seafood & Grill - Scallop and risotto. Just amazing!!! Cooked to perfection! - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

We always have such a great time anytime we come here. Brandon is the best, so personable and fun to talk to. If you ever get the chance to even just stop by the bar to hangout with him, you definitely won't regret it. Their calamari is fantastic and so are the Brussels sprouts from their appetizer menu. The waypoint burger and steakhouse salad are my two go tos. Management is fabulous and always making sure every single table is happy and satisfied. read more

Waypoint Seafood & Grill - Strawberry lemon drop and dirty martini - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

such a lovely surprise in the area. I was looking for some place to eat and stumble upon this restaurant. and didnt expect the food are so good. the space is big and we were seated in the back where is a bit quiet and private. the restaurant is not busy at the time, service was fast . the duck wing is a must have, and the she crab soup is delicious as well. i had the risotto with scallops. the scallops are big and perfectly seared. risotto is creamy. read more

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Upscale seafood restaurant, very nice decor, obviously a special occasion place for fine dining. Of course the prices are commensurate with that, which was not unexpected. However, when dining at that level, I expect a little bit more, and tonight we just didn't get it. We were greeted by hostess and seated promptly, and our waitress was very personable. Limited special menu for Mother's Day, which we expected. We both had the stuffed oyster appetizers, which were fine, although I still am kicking myself for not getting the carpaccio. Mains arrived barely tepid. Server brought them back to be refried, manager stopped by and apologized. Meals (same ones) were returned and now we're a better temperature. Flavors were...okay. Sea Bass was thin and slightly overcooked, "lobster" cream sauce lacked any lobster or flavor - reminded me of a Thermidore. My Halibut was fresh and flakey, but crab stuffing was minimal, and artichoke sauce was very subtle. Deserts were also lacking; chocolate dome cake was not anything under a chocolate dome as expected, but more like a donut. My cheesecake was served in what appeared to be a premade tart shell, and the taste was just a little off. With many other restaurant choices available, we probably will not return, and could not honestly recommend. read more

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Although the presentation of the Mother's Day meals looked good, the taste was not at all consistent. We started with stuffed oysters which were good, but then my sea bass was tepid and my hubby's halibut was also just barely edible due to the coldness of them. The server showed up after I took my first bite so I did respond that they needed to be warned up. She took them away and said the manager would speak with us. He apologized for this. We got them back, the original ones albeit they were warmed up, however my sea bass was not Chilean sea bass so it wasn't my favorite. A thinner fish so not at all tasty. Hubby said his halibut was just okay and I agreed with him. The entrees were followed by a supposed "dome of chocolate " but it was a small round cake that also lacked flavor. Hubby's cheesecake was served in a pre made tarte shell and the cheesecake tasted weird. A fancy environment without the fancy food. Extremely overpriced for what we were served. We don't mind paying high prices but the food didn't match the prices. read more

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Let me start with the service was excellent. The waitress was wonder and very attentive. The place is very comfortable with an upscale feel. The mixed drinks were fine. The food was a bit of a disappointment though. The oysters on the half shell were badly opened and full of shell bits. The crab soup was very thick and not a lot of flavor. The steak was burnt on the outside. None of it was inedible but for the price we expected better quality control and preparation. Too many other good place close by for me to try again. read more

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Our waiter was great. Really made the whole experience. Steak was solid. Scallops and risotto did not disappoint. Drinks were a surprise and very good. Cobbler hit it out of the park. I prefer more private seating, but will return and recommend. read more

I'm not sure about you but after a long day of shopping hunger kicks in. I didn't have a reservation so I was seated at the bar. Since it was still happy hour I ordered the fish and chips. It arrived hot and ready to be in my belly. The portion size was larger than I expected and it was so delicious. I choose a cobbler( apple) with vanilla ice cream. I loved the presentation of mini cast iron pan. There is plenty of parking and the service was excellent! Cameron was a great bar tender explaining the drinks he was making and providing history of restaurant. It can be a great date night or family dinner outing. Truly upscale with clothe tablecloth and weighted utensils. read more

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This was simply an amazing experience, outstanding service and met a delightful couple. The food was insanely great!

My wife and I came to celebrate my 44th anniversary. What a wonderful evening. Our server Matt was excellent. He along with other staff made the meal so special. Calamari to start. Scallops brazed beef. A wonderful dinner. A gift of creme brulee for dessert. A special restaurant for 44th wedding anniversary! read more

The food was amazing. The apps, the main course, all delicious. The service was great- sat at the bar. The ambiance is modern and clean. The butter crust blue berry cobbler with lemon ice cream was a show stopper. Will be returning every trip back. read more

We have enjoyed Waypoint in the past and have always considered it one of the better restaurants in Williamsburg, so our recent dinner was particularly disappointing. The prices still reflect an upscale dining experience, but unfortunately, we did not feel the quality or value did. My husband ordered the $47 shellfish entrée, which consisted of approximately eight mussels, four shrimp and two scallops in a lobster broth, accompanied only by grilled bread. While the seafood was good, we felt the portion and presentation were disappointing for a $47 entrée. I ordered the mussels appetizer, which I did enjoy. We also shared raw oysters, but they were unusually salty. When we mentioned this to our server, we were told they were "brine oysters." Our biggest disappointment, however, was the overall experience compared with previous visits. The menu seemed much more limited and less interesting, while the prices remain quite high. Waypoint used to be a restaurant we considered excellent and looked forward to visiting. This time, we left feeling that the quality and value simply were not what they had been in the past. I hope this was an off night or that Waypoint will return to the level of food and dining experience we remember. read more

I will never go to this restaurant again. Thirty-five dollars for two scallops, three and a half asparagus stalks and a plate full of poorly seasoned orzo. read more

While in the Williamsburg area, we happened to be celebrating our anniversary. We were looking for a nice restaurant for the occasion and decided to go here. It was a good choice. The ambiance was perfect for a couples night and the food was delicious. I had the salmon with rice and braised greens. My husband had the lamb and cheese grits. We also tried the peach cobbler for dessert. Everything was really good. To top it all off, they gave us a Champagne toast for our anniversary. The service was great. Our waitress made sure we were taken care of very nicely. We left happy that we choose to come for our very special occasion. read more

We had a delicious dinner with fantastic service. We had a lemon drop and sangria cocktail that were refreshing and delightful. There were so many wonderful choices that we decided to just order several small dishes - she-crab soup, calamari, scallops, and a wonderful salmon flatbread. We would love to return to be able to enjoy more that they have to offer. read more

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Waypoint was an amazing experience from start to finish. It was easy to get same day reservations, our overall service was good, and what the service lacked the food more than made up for. First the service, our server was often times no where to be found but we also observed that it didn't seem as if she had an assigned section that was close to ours. ‍ However the food was amazing from start to finish. We loved both our wines. Our appetizer of crawfish crab cake was a special and was so good we forgot to take a picture! I had the salmon, my partner had the swordfish special and we enjoyed the bread pudding for dessert. Every bite of food was amazing! The portions were perfect! Not too much to where if you didn't finish you felt wasteful but definitely enough to get you full! My partner and I are mid 40's and were hands down the youngest people there by 15+ years. This was amazing because we were truly able to enjoy a midweek dinner together without chaos around us. The server also read my request on the reservation for a more quiet space and sat us appropriately. The chairs were extremely comfortable and the overall vibe is casual elegance. We can't wait to go back! read more

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The ambiance was great at the entry point. Greeted by a most gracious hostess. The food was excellent and you knew it was prepared fresh. Thendessert was everything I expected. read more

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Hidden Gem That Deserves a Loud Shout-Out Waypoint Seafood & Grill completely blew us away. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, welcoming, and just upscale enough for a special night out without being stuffy. The service was top-notch--our server, Matt, was knowledgeable, attentive without hovering, and genuinely kind. The Food - Fresh ingredients, beautiful plating, and bold, balanced flavors. My cosmo cocktail was refreshing, and strong in all the right ways. Waypoint hits that rare sweet spot of local charm, elevated cuisine, and genuine hospitality. If you're anywhere near Williamsburg, this spot is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're celebrating something or just want an amazing meal, you'll leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit. read more

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Overall, this restaurant is great. They have a variety of food options with good portion sizes. The seafood is very fresh as well. I got the crab cakes, scallops, and salmon. The crab cakes were good, but there wasn't anything special about them. The scallops were excellent and had flavorful sides that accompanied the dish. The salmon was not good. The topping on the salmon was sweet and gel-like. The snicker cheesecake was not traditional cheesecake. The cheesecake filling was centered in the middle of a hard bowl-like crust. However, the bread pudding was delicious! The service was great. The waitress was pretty attentive and very friendly. The restaurant had white table cloths but it wasn't too fancy. The restaurant is very spacious, the lighting is perfect, and it isn't loud. It doesn't seem to get too crowded, but I would make a reservation just in case. read more

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Waypoint was our favorite during our trip to Williamsburg. We tried the crab/shrimp fritters, which were amazing! My wife had the crab soup and pasta primavera, both were delicious. I had the macadamia crusted salmon and loved it! The service was great and a manager checked in on us. Ambiance was very nice and comfortable. I strongly recommend Waypoint for a top dinner experience. read more

Gee as t bar and great food. What more do you need. We love sitting at their bar and they have some wonderful specials at the bar. Try it out you won't be dad disappointed read more

Of course,when it comes to seafood next word you imagine is about was that a fresh seafood or not. By time you get there you will smell quality seafood aromas and place have clean and neat design with blue colors to accentuate seafood originality. Service was great and server knew everything about menu. Waypoint shrimp was great,one of the best variation of firecracker type shrimp. I ordered salmon salad for entree and salad leaves were crispy,saturated with right amount of dressing . I asked my salmon to be medium,it was very overcooked. But manager came,took it and brought out totally new dish with perfect medium piece of salmon and deducted half of price from the bill for that salad.By the way,really generous salmon size for salad dish. I ordered scallops add on and scallops were phenomenal,maybe a little bit less caramelized on top than ideal,but still very tasty. Salad had fresh sliced strawberries and blueberries,it was my paradise. One thing,which makes me really happy is small and cutest drop tomatoes on the shrimp appetizer. We mentioned that it was birthday,but they never brought any candles on desert. I can't hold grudges over it,because of beautiful drop tomatoes) read more

Waypoint Seafood & Grill - Waypoint Shrimp( cutest and sweetest drop tomatoes on top) - Seafood Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

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Conveniently located off of 199. Our server was Sydney and she was an excellent server, very attentive to our dining needs and Sydney offered some great menu advice. The wife and I started with some drinks, old fashion for me and she had the winter/fall cosmo(?). Loved these and the drinks themselves were nice size portion. The basket of bread was very warm and the fancy butter was delish. We both had the fish tacos(mahi mahi) with a side salad. We added a side of saffron rice. Really wanted the truffle fries, but healthy eating complex took over both of us. LOL. The food came out so quick, and was very tasty. Thank You Chef & Sydney. Unfortunately I failed on the pictures tonight, maybe Next time. Sydney, Thank You so much for the amazing service, your server skills are amazeballs! read more

Everything was great, food amazing service near perfect very nice atmosphere. This is now my go to spot in Williamsburg

Service was inadequate and slow (inattentive) -- our server was also the bartender, and was waiting at least two tables, and not sure why. There may have been some private parties but they should have just told us what to expect rather than disappoint at full price. Waited too long to take drink order; then long gap with no bread after drinks. Had to ask for bread. When bread came, it was nothing special, not hot. Crab soup was good, but not hot, just warm. Husband had to send salad back twice -- gave him garden salad instead of Caesar, then brought Caesar and dressing not on side. He asked for dressing on the side twice, so just terrible, inattentive service. My entree Caesar salad with fried oysters was disappointing. Breading on oysters rubbery (tough) and not freshly prepared (not hot). Husbands scallops (with risotto) was good. We will not be back under this new owner (new since our last visit five years ago). Seems to be a management and hiring problem. read more

Delicious food, great atmosphere/ ambiance and attentive wait staff. Nice distance between tables so you can have a nice conversation in private. read more

It was good. I went for lunch while in Williamsburg for a conference. I expected more seafood options. Ended up with a steak sandwich. It was good but I really wanted seafood. You would think a seafood restaurant would have a larger portion of seafood items on their menu. The gentleman who sat us was awesome! The waitress got my order wrong but was gracious when corrected. The French Rose wine was delicious. I would definitely go back. read more

Girlfriend and I went there last night (23JUN25). I had the duck confit and she had the steak frites. I wouldn't recommend either. The duck was kinda greasy, and was basically just a noodl-ey duck casserole in a bowl. There was no attempt at presentation or anything like that: just a bowl of greasy stuff. The steak frites was three slices of steak and a mountain of garlic fries. Again: no attempt at presentation; it might as well have been Five Guys. Service was nice, prompt and friendly but honestly: the whole experience was kinda poor. If Waypoint wants to compete in the Opus9/Cochon space, they're gonna have to up their game. A lot. read more

Was there 9 years ago and had an amazing experience. Tonight not so much. Waitress really tried but overall the Fisherman Stew was disappointing but the broth was good. Deserts were mediocre. Overall just ok. read more

The food was PHENOMINAL! Our party of 4 ordered shrimp and crabmeat appetizer - delicious! Our Entrees were the blackened rockfish which my culinary selective spouse thoroughly enjoyed, the pasta dish and I had the scallops! All awesome!!!' Portions were perfect. Cocktails delicious - the bartender even knew how to make me a very crisp Vesper!!! The service was very good and the ambiance was perfect for us to reconnect with long-time Friends!! Will DEFINITELY go again!! The young owner of this wonderful restaurant is really on to something great for modern Williamsburg dining scene!!! read more

Food really wasn't that good. The service was good. But that is about it. Would not return.

Had a wonderful meal here Tuesday night 12/30/25. Bisque was very tasty and the Scallops and risotto were cooked to perfection. The rest of the party had the Seafood Pappardelle and the roasted bone in chicken. Everyone said that their dinners were excellent! read more

Went for a birthday dinner and was disappointed with our choices. It's been a few months maybe even a year since we have been but the quality has definitely decreased . The crabcake was dry, the scallops over salted and the crab gratin was "meh"... the she crab soup that used to be soooo good was "ok".. very few pieces of crab in it and "guey".. the service was fabulous, our server was very kind and brought a "birthday mouse" for my aunt which was a very nice touch! read more

Good restaurant very nice menu and ambiance. The fried oysters are definitely an item to try. I had the crab cake dinner and the peach cobbler for dessert both were delicious. The bar service was excellent. I recommend this restaurant if you're in the area read more

Went for Easter brunch. Odd brunch set up. Plates for salads, fruit and shrimp were not provided, just large dinner plates, that waitstaff gave to you. (waitstaff provided each dinner plate.) No salt, pepper or butter on table. All hot items were cold and appeared to be out for some time and we were the first to be seated for this brunch! Very few gluten free items, and they were not marked either. Pastries looked store bought and no gluten free bread options. Chicken dried out, beef was tough. Offered one dessert at end of meal, and very small portion. We expected a much better experience, however, the ambiance was nice and we certainly were not rushed. I've heard spit reviews from friends but probably won't be back....maybe not the place to go for brunch! I'd say, at least try this place once and decide for yourself. read more

Service good, food was bad. The scallops were over-seasoned and trout was seriously bland -- over boiled. The only good part were the green beans. We couldn't get out quick enough. read more