What a gem. I met colleagues for dinner, and from the start it was a fantastic experience. Our…read moreserver was perfectly in tune with our conversation cadence -- we were nonstop chatting, and she seamlessly appeared at just the right moments to refresh drinks, offer recommendations, and keep everything flowing without ever interrupting us. The drink menu is excellent, and the dinner menu delivers. I had the melt-in-your-mouth scallops, and several friends ordered the duck -- chef's kiss. The atmosphere strikes that rare balance: upscale enough for a special night out, yet cozy and comfortable enough to relax. I'm already looking forward to coming back.

We made a reservation for dinner and were seated in the adjacent dining room. They had lovely…read moreclassic jazz playing on a great sound system and the tables were adequately spaced to afford some privacy; however, our table near the rear kitchen area was also the dumping ground for wineglasses and table settings that weren't needed for smaller parties. Various servers were buzzing around us in a near constant cacophony so we asked to move and our server immediately went to see if we could but no other tables were available. The din did die down after the initial wave so it worked out okay. We started with some cocktails and the pear martini and bourbon passion were both excellent. The fried oysters app was perfectly done and the oysters were nice and plump. We loved the bread they offered and the fact that they had coarse salt for the bread & butter on the table! So very good. Both the scallops and pork chop were really delicious. It was a little hard to discern the meat from the fat on the chop because it's a little too dimly lit to see your food. The entrees all come with carrots asparagus and potatoes which isn't mentioned on the actual menu. They were all expertly cooked, slightly al dente and flavorful. Our waitress was also terrific!

We have lived Waypoint Grill for many years, back when Howard was the maitre'd. He made everyone…read morefeel 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.

This is a high quality seafood restaurant! Our whole family had a great experience. I had the…read moreseared 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!

service was good, nice ambiance. food very overpriced. whenever you see " Chilean sea bass" on a…read moremenu, run. there is no such thing, although the fda in 1994 allowed toothfish to be labeled as such, it is neither a bass or from Chile. a genuinely good restaurant would not have this on the menu at all. btw, i tried it. served on a tasteless bed of rissoto which was not actually risotto. it was not the melt in your mouth experience that toothfish should bring, so it was probably a fraud. other items served at our table were very good. fabulous liquor selection. i just dont think this " high end" restaurant deserves this merit. my check 100+ for appetizer, main meal with two sides, a drink, and dessert with coffee.

This is only the second steakhouse I've had in the area since I've been coming to Williamsburg…read more This one was by far the best. The service was great. Not only the server but the manager and 2 others came and spoke to us. It was my daughter's birthday and we were in a rush. The server got her a brownie to go with a little candle. It was very nice. The steak was the best. The filet and the strip had different tastes and they were both great. They were also perfectly cooked. Amazing. The seafood trio was the same. Perfectly cooked. The sauces were different under each item. The crab cake sauce was very good. The sauce under the scallops was my favorite. They were cooked amazing and so buttery. The shrimp was also perfect. No complaints. My daughter loved the Mac and cheese and it was also a huge shareable portion. This is by far our new date night place. 10/10 recommend

Came here three days in a row only to find out that the tavern is closed. It says open both in Yelp…read moreand the website. Not good for tourists

Chowning's Tavern…read more This family-friendly tavern offers lunch and dinner; of course Colonial Williamsburg is family friendly and we recommend Chowning's Tavern for families. We have taken care to frequent Colonial Williamsburg for decades; Probably the Christmas season is our favorite, and the long hot humid summer is the season we avoid. Any frequent visitor to Greater Williamsburg is in for a culinary treat; we focused our first few years on Colonial Williamsburg dining, and we still recommend the historical taverns. Dining in the 18th Century setting is provided at the following: * Christiana Campbell's Tavern® * Chowning's Tavern® * King's Arms Tavern® * Shields Tavern® Over the years Chowning's Tavern has evolved to "please families" with a fast food backyard grill. Limited menu and service hear. Caveat: avoid the backyard if desiring an authentic Colonial Dining experience. Please read reviews prior to visiting Colonial Williamsburg. We recommend above stairs dining; servers have had some training. Great tavern ambience. Chowning's Tavern may offer the best economy dining experience. In the 1960's we "discovered" Brunswick Stew, and this is still on the menu; moreover, my wife has added this stew to her offerings in her kitchen. Take care in personal review of colonial dining. Chowning's Tavern may or may not be a best bet for romantic dining. The tariff is appropriate for the fare.

This was my second visit to Revolution Golf, and this was a much quieter day with no band…read moreperforming. The service and food reflected the less stressful environment. I really enjoyed the burger, and my friends enjoyed the fish tacos and the French Dip sandwich. Happy Hour House Wine was only $3.50 a glass. It was a small glass, but then you could get two for $7.00, which is a still great value. Parking is plentiful and free.

fast service ... the coleslaw was very plain, not very flavorful... it was missing something that…read morejust didn't taste like your normal coleslaw. Chicken sliders were nice size same with the onion rings just missing spice. The root beer hamburger was delicious but as the other food the sweet potato fries taste very plain. Need some spice or flavoring. for 72 dollar meals we did t finish. I would come back to play the games but the food was less the average. server an atmosphere were great! salt and pepper on tables maybe add some seasoning

Muy bien get mahi the pineapple good on it. W service and ambiance. Like the pretzel also it's yummyread more

OMG! I bought some friends down from Maryland and we decided to try ocean and ales it gets a 10+…read morereview besides the great food at fantastic prices our waitress Emma was absolutely phenomenal so tonight was the perfect night and my friends said it is probably the best meal they've had all year. Thanks again Emma for a wonderful time we had.

This restaurant is a throwback to the 1989s complete with the decor, the music and the food. And…read morethat's not a bad thing. It has an extensive menu. I started with oysters on half shell. I was given 7 instead of 6. A nice bonus. I had the Caesar salad as a starter. It was top notch. For my main, I had a seafood pasta. It was absolutely delicious. A generous portion with a very tasty garlic sauce. I cleaned my plate. Normally I skip dessert but I was presented with a dessert tray with ALL of my favorites. I could come here just for the desserts. I chose the hot Apple casserole with ice cream. It was a real treat but way too much for me. The next time I need to try the key lime pie, chocolate lava cake or the magnificent caramel pie. Sadly, this restaurant is closing in August after 45-years due yo the loss of their lease which was sold to yet another planned convenience store. This was my first visit but not my last before they close. Plenty of parking. Excellent friendly and efficient service from start to finish.

Now I know why restaurants don't have carpet. Immediately upon entering the restaurant, there was…read morethis musty smell. I assume it's b/c of the old carpet. However, I did notice that the place was not clean and looked dirty. There were spider webs on the ledge over our booth. I know they're trying to go for the rustic look, but the place still should be clean. I had the shrimp tempura dinner with fries and coleslaw. They only gave 7 shrimp, a little bit of fries and the coleslaw was nasty. For as much as you pay you would think they would give you more food; and for the lack of attention to cleaniness, you would think the food would be better. I definitely will not be going back here. P.S. Our waiter was nice.

Complex and interesting mixed drinks. The food was imaginative and full of great flavors…read more Satisfying and worth the cost. Had a great evening there. Recommend highly

A beautiful hidden gem on Gloucester's main street. When you first walk in the atmosphere is dark…read morebut in a comforting way. It is a nice set up restaurant. It is definitely a bit small but it works. The food was amazing and had unique tastes. Our waitress was a bit shy but she knew her stuff.