Where to eat in Colonial Williamsburg? Which restaurants are open in the winter and what are the new offerings?

Where to eat in Colonial Williamsburg? Which restaurants are open in the winter and what are the new offerings?

There are quite a few places to grab a bite when visiting Colonial Williamsburg or just meeting a friend for lunch. Some even have great kids menus like the King’s Arms Tavern Young Patriot Menu. It has all the kid classics. And if you are looking for that perfect latte – we always find it at The Cupboard in the Williamsburg Inn. It is a grab and go stop that never disappoints.

But this January there is some big news for dining options, dinner will be offered on Friday and Saturday nights at the Golden Horseshoe Gold Course Clubhouse Grill – this is brand new! The restaurant is open to the public and offers a casual dining experience. It’s Golden Smoke Menu showcases Virginia oak smoked BBQ including brisket, pork, chicken, and weekly specials. Their menu is absolutely mouth watering…the ones that stick in the mind are: the Whole Wings- Overnight Brined, Slow Smoked and Fried to a Crispy Perfection, Texas Style Brisket- USDA Choice Brisket, Hand Rubbed and Smoked with Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Kosher Salt, Smoked Chicken- Spice-rubbed Natural Chicken, Slow Smoked and Chopped and Pulled Pork- Pulled Spice-rubbed and Slow smoked Pork Shoulder. They also have two, three and four meat plates (that can include the items just mentioned) starting at $18. Intrigued? Find their full menu here.

Golden Horseshoe Gold Course Clubhouse Grill HOURS:
Restaurant | Lunch Thursday – Monday 11:00am – 4:00pm
Bar | Daily 11:00am – 5:00pm
Restaurant | Dinner Friday & Saturday 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Chownings Tavern is currently under renovations but the good news is that King’s Arms Tavern is now open for lunch with Chownings Menu, and Kings Arms for dinner with King’s Arms Menu! King’s Arms menu is inspired by 18th-century recipes, but with the 21st-century tastes in mind, along with a chophouse menu featuring prime rib, pork chops, and more. Their dinner menu features Herb and Garlic Crusted Prime Rib of Beef, Madeira Braised Shank of Lamb to Hunter’s Game Pye. But they also have a kids menu (the Young Patriot’s Menu) which includes Jefferson Baked Mac n’ Cheese, Hot Dogs, Chicken Strips, Cheese Burgers and Grilled Cheese. See all of their menus here
King’s Arms Tavern Hours:
LUNCH starts Jan. 4 Daily 11AM-2PM (walk-in Chownings Tavern Menu)
Dinner Thursday – Monday 4:30PM -8PM (reservations recommended)
Wondering what the menus are? You can find both the Chowning’s Lunch Menu and the King’s Arms Tavern Menu here.

If you love Christiana Campbell’s Tavern, it is open for dinner January – March, 2023 from Tuesday thru Saturday. Dinner hours are 4PM-8PM and it is recommended that you get a reservation. It was George Washington’s favorite for a reason. The Tavern is closed on Sunday and Monday. The menu features shrimp, scallops, and fish, their world-renowned crab cakes, spoon bread and also chicken and beef dishes as well (in case you are not in the mood for seafood). If you are looking to see what you can order at Campbell’s Tavern that both you and the kids will love, visit here
Christiana Campbell’s Tavern HOURS:
Dining | Tuesday – Saturday 4:00pm – 8:00pm

If you are lookin for a Sunday Brunch there is one at Traditions of the Williamsburg Lodge on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm. This is a family friendly restaurants and is walk-in seating. Brunch does take reservations and walk-ins. To see their menus visit here

Traditions Hours:
Breakfast | Daily 7:00am – 11:00am
Lunch | Monday-Saturday 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Brunch | Sunday 11:00am – 2:00pm