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Berret's Restaurant

Berret's 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 Williamsburg locals as the best seafood restaurant for over 15 years. The taphouse grill features the food wines and beers of virginia with 8 drafts, unique and hard to find wines grilled fish, steak and burgers all in a casual outdoor seating, weather permitting
from April until November.
ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INSIDE DINING ONLY. For parties over 6 people, please call us at (757)253-1847
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142 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(142 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 142 reviews
5 stars
(54)
4 stars
(63)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(65)
  • fit for foodies(51)
  • neighborhood gem(48)
  • great for outdoor dining(37)
  • romantic(36)
  • great for lunch(33)
Berret's Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Go here with her if you want to get laid."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great restaurant

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"This is a great place to eat, and is a particularly good value at lunch. Food is delicious, the staff are very friendly, and it's so convenient to Colonial Williamsburg. Be sure to have a meal there while you're in town."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a very nice lunch for my son's college graduation celebration."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have never had seafood taste so good!!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good place with excellent seafood

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent seafood in papillote served by a staff who knew the food with a very good wine that complemented the food."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were seated next to the service station and kitchen. Trays went over our heads and servers did little dances around each other at our elbows. The crabcake was wonderful but the tenderloin, a real disappointment."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 7 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wasn't fond of the martini's! She-crab soup was just okay."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 8 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Lunch

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was another wonderful dining experience at Berret's. We had a crab bisque that was very delicious. We really enjoy this restaurant and plan to eat there again. Our Server was very attentive."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great restaurant

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food and nice presentation. Outside music will be nice when warmer. Good wine list and great desserts."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Service So Slow Meal Was Affected

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a party of six at noon on a Saturday (3 college students 3 50+ year-olds.) 4th time there,1st time disappointed. Not too busy.
The server was very nice, but the appetizers were VERY slow in coming (Don't believe it was the server's fault). A request for additional toast corners for the crab dip went unheeded (might be server's fault!) The entrees were quite good,but also so very slow in coming.(We were seated for 45 minuted before we saw an appetizer.)
In its favor, our table had a nice corner location, on the porch, and our party of six could hear one another and weren't (I don't think) loud enough to be a distraction to others.
Williamsburg has many nice restaurants. I will go back to them all before I return to Beret's.
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Dined on 04/28/2013
 2008
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Review 11 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Seafood - A must go

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went with my group of friends to Downtown and asked some cops about a great place to eat and they recomendo this place. I have been to several seafood places throughout Europe and the States, and this is top 3.
I highly recommend to get te grilled catfish sandwich as it is very rich in flavor but subtle at the same time. If you do not like pickles, ask them to take them out. I had a side of crab cake and even though the small piece was $7 it was good."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our first visit as

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our first visit as we have just moved to Williamsburg. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2009
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Review 13 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The atmosphere and service

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The atmosphere and service was outstanding. Too bad the food didn't live up to the expectation. The calamari was excellent, but the she-crab soup was scorched and the filet was so chewey that it could not be consumed. Stop in for a drink, but eat elsewhere."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2012
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Review 14 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Crab soup had little flavor.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Crab soup had little flavor. Even kids had to add pepper for something to taste. Everything else was great. Main dish was both appealing and flavorful."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We have dined there several

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have dined there several times over the last ten years and enjoyed it. Not this time. I could not recommend Berret's to anyone outside of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2010
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Review 16 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Communication and service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was the 2nd time my boyfriend and I have come here and we had a pleasant evening yet again. This is a very important place to us and I wanted to surprise him for our anniversary. I made a special effort to tell the hostess about our special day when the reservation was made in hopes of a congratulatory greeting from our server but unfortunately none was given. We were however given a complementary split bottle of champagne when we were getting up to leave, which don't get me wrong was very generous and appreciated, but I had hoped for a little recognition in the beggining of the meal to set the tone for the evening rather than an oh by the way I heard it was your anniversary at the end. Overall the service was good and food delicious!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 17 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We took family from out-of-town

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We took family from out-of-town to brunch Sunday. Food was great and service excellent!!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 18 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

As usual, she crab soup and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"As usual, she crab soup and oysters on the half shell are perfect."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Whenever we visit Williamsburg,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Whenever we visit Williamsburg, we always try to do at least one dinner at Berret's. While the menu is not the most extensive, there are always solid choices and a selection of specials that make each dinning experience special. The servers are well trained and while attentive, they are not intrusive. Good wine list and nice ambiance. An all around highly enjoyable experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 20 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always the food, service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As always the food, service, and ambiance were great. Thanks"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A must eat!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food, amazing service, worth every cent!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was excellent. Server

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Food was excellent. Server was friendly, attentive, knowledgable, and efficient. Particularly liked that restaurant was cut into smaller sections with each section still open to other ones. Didn't feel like one big room, but more intimate. Decor was very tasteful. Thoroughly enjoyed our celebratory dinner there and will definitely visit again in future."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was exquisite and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The food was exquisite and we had a great time. The bread alone would make us want to come back."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Don't trust any good reviews

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food quality was on a level lower than fast food. The price was extremely high for such a poor quality; the cost would have been fair if adjusted to the same prices you would pay for a .99 fast food item, not the almost $100 tab for two adults and a child and that includes just two beers, so it was not like we were drinking bottles of wine. I would not go back and my friends who are going there on vacation I told to stay clear of this restaurant."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2006
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Review 25 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not so good :(

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was just so-so. The appetizer sampler was ok: included crab cakes, oysters rockefeller, and calamari. Calamari was a bit "albino" looking but crab cakes and oysters were delish, especially with dipping sauces. Main course that I ordered was quite lacking: it was a pasta with scallops, shrimp and clams with bacon and a pepper jelly or something... Scallops were just so-so, which is too bad since I was really looking forward to scallops and clams were ridiculously tiny. Pasta was totally overcooked and sauce was really missing something? I think if pasta were cooked al dente the whole dish may have been better?? Those clams really threw it down many notches. In a nutshell, there are better restaurants out there, sorry."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2008
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Review 26 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Another enjoyable meal at Berret's.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We always enjoy our dinners at Berret's."
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2006
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Review 27 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

EI had high expectations of

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"EI had high expectations of Berret's after reading reviews & seeing they're a local favorite. Much to my surprise, the restaurant was decent but nothing spectacular. It's good for a seafood dinner & has a nice ambiance. Diners receive fresh bread & refills on iced tea and soda. The food was nicely displayed. I had the fried shrimp & oysters. They came in a cute mini frier basket and were perfectly fried. Not too sweet, not too breaded. Just right. So dinners are delicious but just not as wonderful as others describe in my opinion. In addition, I did feel packed in the dining area. The manager is definitely pushing fire codes to usher in more patrons and tourists. Berret's is a nice place to stop yet I will not go out of my way for it."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
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Review 28 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was excellent. The

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent. The restaurant was very busy and perhaps understaffed, as we had to flag someone for refills and had to ask for a serrated knife for steak. Subsequently we waited quite a while for the knife and the steak got cold."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2008
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Review 29 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food in a convenient

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
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"Great food in a convenient location. If you're iin the Williamsburg area this one is worth making time to find"
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2006
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Review 30 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was excellent as always.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was excellent as always. The dining space was a little cramped. Server was efficient, but not incredibly personable. Still, we very much enjoyed our experience"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went for the seafood, and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went for the seafood, and it was good but not great - cooked well but not really special. The flavors just weren't there , just average."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A restaurant for adults!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We go to Berret's for special days and occasions. It is the best of Williamsburg! Good food, service and ambiance for adults."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 33 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Very disappointed. We've

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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Quiet
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"Very disappointed. We've had excellent lunches in the past and a few good dinners; however, the past two dinners have been extremely bland. I ordered a goat cheese bread pudding as an appetizer and it had absolutely no flavor. I squirted some lemon on it to pep it up a bit. The waiter was very kind but he failed to get my other order right. I wanted the breaded oyster appetizer - raw oysters were brought instead and he apologized and later returned with the oyster special of the night. I didn't have the heart to tell him it was still the wrong order."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2009
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Review 34 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a lovely dinner at

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a lovely dinner at Berret's. Service was excellent. Food was hot and really delicious. Would definitely go back."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good value. Good drinks."
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Review 36 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of Williamsburg's best!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Delicious seafood in the heart of Williamsburg. Steps from the historic district is this charming restaurant featuring top-quality food and outstanding service. Varied menu choices with everything super-fresh and perfectly prepared. Love the bread and olive oil to start. Service is fantastic!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been to this restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to this restaurant for various occasions including family dinners, lunches, business dinners and lunches and special celebrations and we have enjoyed every visit. The food is always delicious and the menu changes regularly. It is a great place to have seafood but for those in our group who want other options they are just as pleased."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Both of us thought the crabcake

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Both of us thought the crabcake sandwich was very good, but the crab soup was absolutely DELICIOUS!!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 39 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best crab cakes around,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The best crab cakes around, and fresh shad roe. Wow! Plus, this time they seated us where we wanted to be. We were greatly pleased!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

If you are looking for an

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"If you are looking for an enjoyable dining experience outside of the restaurants under the umbrella of Colonial Williamsburg, Berret's is a good choice. It's located in Merchants Square, adjacent to the historical area. We were there off season and found the restaurant to be nice and quiet. I'm sure the outdoor seating area will be bustling during warmer weather. Wines by the glass were generous pours and reasonably priced. The Caesar salad (with anchovies) is presented in a unique manner and tastes good. My wife's lamb was cooked perfectly. Not that we wanted it but our server neglected to tell us about the dessert special (we heard another server mention it). Other than that, I would be happy to return on my next trip to Williamsburg."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2011
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Review 41 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This restaurant was overrated.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant was overrated. I was disappointed with the quality of the food and the atmosphere. My crab cake was okay (lots of meat, but not much flavor), but all the sides left something to be desired. My husband's filet mignion looked like a pot roast and had bbq sauce on it (which wasn't articulated well on the menu). Potatoes were sticky (like box mashed potatoes), and veggies were bland. best part of the meal was a glass of wine."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
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Review 42 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The food was not properly

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was not properly prepared or cooked. The prices were high, this was very a very disapointing dining experience."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2007
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Review 43 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great All the Way Around

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food, the ambience, and the service was wonderful. Although many tables were filled when we were there, it was a wonderful change of pace to have a QUIET dining experience without the commotion you normally find in restaurants these days. Service was attentive and very good. I would recommend it, and I would go there again if in Williamsburg."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Special seafood dish is always

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Special seafood dish is always outstanding as is the she crab soup. Service was slow as usual but the booth by the window is quiet plus good view of College. Some of the best seafood in Williamsburg!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2007
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Review 45 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another perfect seafood dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful seafood in the heart of Williamsburg. We love the seafood in parchment featuring assorted seafood, noodles, and spinach - perfectly yummy!! The atmostphere is casual but not loud ~ just lovely."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Unfortunately the night we

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Unfortunately the night we were there was a Sunday of the President's Holiday weekend, and our server admitted they were out of several of the foods. They didn't even have olive oil for the bread! He said, we are out of olive oil.
One of our party ordered the chicken dish which was supposed to come w/a mashed potato and instead she was served white rice!!! Can you imagine a restaurant being out of potato?
And she wasn't informed in advance, it just arrived on her plate. I feel she should have been compensated in some way.
I would not return. I was disappointed. I know it is February and a holiday weekend, but I would hope the kitchen could plan a little better to have potato and oil.
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Dined on 02/17/2013
 2012
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Review 47 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good seafood provided

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good seafood provided with excellent service. Always an excellent experience."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best in Williamsburg!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent dining experience. We go to Berret's for most special moments."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 49 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Handled the special requests for payment with care. Excellen evening!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Berret's Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

dinner was quite expensive.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"dinner was quite expensive. Food was good. decor was pretty outdated. The waiter was excellant."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: special occasion
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