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Water Street Grille, Yorktown, VA

Water Street Grille

4.0
4
13 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for craft beers
  • Great for scenic views
Located in Historic Yorktown, VA right on the banks of the York River we provide a unique dining experience with amazing, unrivaled views of sunsets over the York River and Coleman Bridge from our expansive covered outdoor patio area. Known for creative & innovative dining selections, abundant & evolving craft beer selections and a relaxing & fun atmosphere, Water Street Grille is Yorktown's best kept hidden secret!!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 369-5644
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Doug Free
  • Catering
    We are available for off-site caterings. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have multiple private banquet rooms that offers several menu options and can host up to 150 people. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
  • Neighborhood
    Yorktown
  • Parking details
    A free parking garage is 50 yards from the front door of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Yorktown trolley stops directly in front of the restaurant. The bus from Williamsburg stops a half mile from the restaurant. (Seasonal)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Water Street Grille

    Jan 16, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Water Street Grille's Happy Hour runs Sunday through Friday, 4–7 PM, offering 50% off select appetizers like Firecracker Shrimp, Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls, Jumbo Pretzels, and $1.50 raw oysters (minimum of three). Enjoy drink deals including $5 wines by the glass, $5 well drinks, and $1 off pints and select domestics. Don’t miss their weekly theme nights with discounts on burgers, tacos, wine, and more. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to participate.

    Happy Hour at Water Street Grille Photo

What 13 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 3.7Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

1,279 Reviews
  1. Jeffrey

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Nice waiter is the only thing positive I can say. Lukewarm food. 40 minutes for drinks. Got oysters appetizer after we wrapped up our meals. Slow slow slow. I cancelled my second beer because I finished my meal before it arrived. Wish we went elsewhere, anywhere.

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  2. Deborah

    Richmond

    10 reviews

    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Unfortunately, we didn’t dine with Water Street Grill after all. We reserved through Open Table, and that was fine. However, when I called to ask if we could add our 7 year old grandson, because our babysitter fell through, we were told they could accommodate us in an outside heated tent, the manager added that it was comfortable. I said fine, but when we got there, all the tables positioned in the center of the tent, directly under the heaters above, were filled, and we were seated off to the side of the tent where there were no heaters. It was drafty and cold. So, we went back inside and told the manager we were leaving because it would be miserable to sit and try and enjoy a dinner in the cold draft. I’m sure he was overwhelmed with it being Valentine’s Day, and I didn’t think to ask, but he could have suggested a 3rd chair at our already reserved table. Instead, he told us the tent was heated and comfortable. No, it wasn’t heated and comfortable on the sides of the tent where they wanted to put us. Lesson learned. Lol. However, it was a disappointment. There are so many good places to dine in the local areas, we won’t be back.

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  3. Harry

    VIP

    Richmond

    29 reviews

    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This restaurant needs a refresh. A coat of paint and new furniture would do wonders.

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  4. Matt

    VIP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Good food. Slightly pricey. Overall good dining experience.

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  5. Glen

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice Christmas Eve lunch in this bar/restaurant on Yorktown’s “modern” water front. Appetizer was great, entrees were good and the dessert was spectacular. Nice views and extremely friendly service. Visit the book/antique shop across the street for fun nostalgia.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant didn’t look as nice on the inside as the outside. The waitress was great. The food was ok.
    Water Street GrilleResponded on August 3, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed your waitress’s service. We appreciate you letting us know about the interior decor. Your input is valuable as we continue to improve our guests’ experience. We hope you’ll give us another opportunity to impress you with our food in the future.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service and the outdoor seating was nice. Busy atmosphere until after 7pm but then quieted down. Food selection is good and craft beer menu changes often but has solid choices.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was expensive for what you receive and it was pretty loud in the interior of the restaurant

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    "What an incredible dining experience! From the mouthwatering beef tenderloin to the pink-coated chef who treated us like royalty at the carving station, every bite felt like a taste of perfection. Julia our server was an absolute gem, chatting away and making us feel right at home, she's extremely good at her job. And that themed cocktail with Gin and St. Germain? Oh, it was like sipping on sunshine! The view of the river from our window seat was simply breathtaking, and even the manager swung by to ensure our happiness. With over 20 years in the biz, I've gotta say, this was top-notch. Easter tradition? You betcha!"

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This was the Easter Buffet. Food was generally good especially the beef tenderloin and tuna. We didn’t partake of the breakfast foods except for the smoked salmon, which was enjoyable. Some of the dishes were dried out and congealed due to the extended time in chafing dishes - especially the shrimp and grits and mashed potatoes. We were seated at a small table in the rear of the banquet room on folding chairs. Ambiance was non-existent. All the tables with views were for large parties. Key lime pie was good. Servers were great. Bar service slow.

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FAQs

Water Street Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 369-5644.

Water Street Grille is rated 4 stars by 13 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Water Street Grille

323 Water Street Suite A-1, Yorktown, VA 23690

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Yorktown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A free parking garage is 50 yards from the front door of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Yorktown trolley stops directly in front of the restaurant. The bus from Williamsburg stops a half mile from the restaurant. (Seasonal)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Doug Free
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 369-5644
  • Catering
    We are available for off-site caterings. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have multiple private banquet rooms that offers several menu options and can host up to 150 people. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
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