Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Williamsburg

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in Williamsburg? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9

4.9 (9127)

$31 to $50

French

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Le Yaca began in 1964 in Courchevel, a tiny, country village in the French Alps. Daniele Bourderau & Gerard decided it would be fun to open a small restaurant. When friends learned of their plans, they told the hopeful restaurateurs they were crazy to think people would drive eight kilometers on a winding, icy road for dinner. Daniele and Gerard hesitated for three months and then decided, “yaca le faire,” a contraction of the French phrase “il n’y a qu’a le faire,” which basically means, “let’s do it.” They called the restaurant Le Yaca as a gag, but the name caught on with customers who were amused by the pun and contributed to the restaurant’s lore by inventing “yaca-isms” of their own: yaca y aller (let’s go). Daniele came to the United States and opened Le Yaca in Williamsburg. Daniel Abid bought Le Yaca in 2001. Daniel worked and trained in such prestigious places as “Le Pre Catelan” and “Lenotre” in Paris; “L’Amandier” and “Roger Verge," and to top it all off, “Alain Ducass

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Susan

Dined 3 days ago

Le Yaca is one of the best places to eat in the area, fine dining at a reasonable price with delicious food.

Fat Canary

4.9

4.9 (4896)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

This high-energy bistro took over as Williamsburg's best restaurant as soon as it opened in 2003. The sophisticated but relaxed dining room has an open kitchen, which uses fresh, local ingredients for its creative American fare. Reservations for the dining room and the bar are recommended and may be made up to 61 days in advance. Open daily for dinner, a reservationist is available during the day to take reservations by phone.

All reservations are for Fat Canary. Downstairs at Fat Canary is no reservations and is a same day, in-person check-in for our waitlist.

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CathyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous dinner. Food was amazing. Service was great and understated. Will definitely go here again!!

Thai Tara Sushi & Bar

4.8

4.8 (43)

$30 and under

Sushi

Colonial Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Taste the difference!

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BernardVIP

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

We were pleasently surprised by the charming reception and fine foods offered by this Thai-based restaurant. We highly recommend putting this restaurant on your list to experience when you are in Williamsburg.

Berret's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (4939)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INSIDE DINING ONLY, outside dining is first-come, first serve.
Berret's Seafood Restaurant specializes in fresh regional seafood-shrimp, blue crab, scallops, oysters, and tuna. Also offering steaks, chicken, and vegetarian selections. Full beverage service, micro brews, and wines. Voted by Tidewater locals as the best seafood restaurant over 40 years.
RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INSIDE DINING ONLY, outside dining is first-come, first serve.

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dianneVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Food is excellent. Service a little slow but only because they just opened after renovation

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Gabriel Archer Tavern

4.7

4.7 (1354)

$30 and under

American

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

The Gabriel Archer Tavern was built in 1987 on footprints of an old farm shed. Today, its mission is to provide a memorable farm-to-table dining experience that's both delicious and nourishing.

In addition to a half-acre produce garden and greenhouse on site where lettuces and herbs will be grown, our chef works hard to find local farmers as partners in producing a menu oriented towards fresh and seasonal specialties.

Our wide variety of fresh selections from our unique menu will guarantee that everyone in your party leaves with a smile.

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BarbaraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food. Perfect great experience! Good wine. Keep prices trasonable

Anatolia Bar and Grill

4.7

4.7 (252)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

A quaint restaurant, located in the heart of Williamsburg's New Town Commercial District, Anatolia brings a taste of the mediterranean right to your plate. Family owned, and family operated Mrs. Burcu and Mr. Sevan, (and their daughter Kyra-Su), we are sure there is always something for everyone to enjoy.

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Cecilia

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

We stopped by on Christmas eve. We were very impressed with the service, ambience and delicious food. This is a must visit restaurant in Williamsburg VA.

Waypoint Seafood & Grill

4.5

4.5 (793)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Welcome to Waypoint
Waypoint is located in Williamsburg’s Quarterpath Crossing at the intersection of Kingsmill and Route 199, next to the Harris Teeter. The interior décor is polished casual, featuring original works from regional artists – highlighting the Tidewater influence.

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Joseph

Dined 5 days ago

This is a great place for a romantic evening with that special someone.

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Popular dish

Crab Stuffed Flounder

Popular dish

Steak Frites

Craft 31

4.5

4.5 (1804)

$30 and under

Burgers

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

To Our Guests:
We look forward to seeing you soon.

We offer take-out, curbside pick-up and delivery options to serve our community.

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Jason

Dined 4 days ago

Craft 31 Review I recently had the pleasure of dining at Craft 31, and it was a delightful experience! We ordered the wings and pizza, both of which were absolutely delicious. The wings were perfectly cooked, with a crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful meat. The pizza was equally impressive, with a well-balanced combination of toppings and a perfectly baked crust. One of the highlights of our visit was the atmosphere. We chose to sit in the heated and enclosed outdoor seating area, which provided a cozy and comfortable environment. It was the perfect spot to enjoy our meal, especially on a chilly evening. However, there was one area that could use improvement. The water glasses had a noticeable dishwasher film, and the water bottle was sticky and dirty. This detracted slightly from an otherwise excellent dining experience. Overall, Craft 31 offers a great dining experience with tasty food and a pleasant atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice place to eat and relax, but I hope they address the cleanliness of their glassware in the future.

Terrace Room at the Williamsburg Inn

4.4

4.4 (849)

$31 to $50

American

Colonial Williamsburg

About the restaurant

For parties larger than 4, please call for reservations 1-888-447-8679.
Relaxed yet luxurious, The Terrace and Goodwin Rooms retain The Williamsburg Inn’s charm and sophistication while serving up contemporary expressions of American classics. At breakfast in the Terrace Room or Goodwin Room, enjoy Chef’s morning amuse-bouche to jumpstart your day, followed by a two-course prix-fixe menu featuring new creative dishes and showcasing seasonal signatures dishes.

Dress: Resort Casual
Dine with us in comfort! You are on vacation!
Dress preference includes shirts, polos, blouses, dresses, skirts, slacks, jeans and shorts.
Footwear includes shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers, and sandals. Please refrain from wearing flip flops and sportswear.

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Wendy

Dined 2 days ago

Stunning venue. Incredible staff. Excellent selection of food and wine. I love the option of a casual drink at the bar or fine dining. Everyone we encountered was amazing and the atmosphere was absolutely perfect.

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Experience

Valentine's Dinner

Traditions at the Williamsburg Lodge

3.9

3.9 (496)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

Colonial Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Carry on traditions—or start some new ones—in a comfortable and classic environment at Traditions in the Williamsburg Lodge. Chef Justin Haynes and Restaurant Manager Stephanie Wise give Mid-Atlantic cuisine a modern twist during daily breakfast and lunch service.

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david

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

First time dining at the Lodge, despite many visits over 50 years. Extremely pleased with the experience, the ambiance, and the service

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Experience

Valentine's Whiskey and Chocolate Experience

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