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The Seafare of Williamsburg
A 2012 DiRoNa award winner featuring three unique dining rooms. The Seafare of Williamsburg introduces a 91-item menu that features fresh seafood, certified prime beef and tender veal. Our speciality is sauton ceramic cooking where seafood is simmered in its own juices and blended with ingredients.
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48 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 48 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(21)
- romantic(18)
- neighborhood gem(15)
- fit for foodies(13)
- good for groups(6)
- notable wine list(6)
The Seafare of Williamsburg Reviews List
Review 1 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A lovely restaurant, but the food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When entering Seafarer, you are met by a tuxedoed maitre"d and you are served by similarly clad servers. The decor is reminiscent of seafood houses of old with vintage art and pleasantly comfortable seats. If only the food lived up to the ambience. Our meal began with salads which were supposed to have bleu cheese dressing, but the taste was mainly vinegared mayonnaise with faint repercussions of bleu cheese. We progressed to entrees of dried out lobster-my husband's was so greasy with what seemed to,be vegetable oil that it was literally impossible to crack and dislodge the meat. My lobster tail was largely tasteless and stringy. the food was abysmal. We have been patronizing Seafare for about 30 years-alas the food is not palatable.."
Dined on 6/05/2013
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Review 2 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding in every way
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Every time we are in the area we make it a MUST to visit The SEAFAIR.... For the last 6 years we have dined there they have always rated a 6 when a top possible score is 5........."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Birthday Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Seafare made our father's 89th birthday dinner a special occasion indeed. The host and waiter made our family feel most welcome and my father was delighted with the extra attention he received. Everyone in our party enjoyed the meal and the service was absolutely outstanding. The waiter, Eric, was most entertaining with his flair for pouring coffee and making table-side irish coffee and banas foster. Even in 89 years my father had not had dessert service to match! I would definitely recommend The Seafare for special occasions or for any meal you want to make more memorable. We will definitely be back next time we are in Williamsburg."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"this restaurant has fresh seafood prepared to perfection. Soft shell crabs were not overdone as most restaurants do and my husbands scallops were perfect as well. Waiters are dressed in suits and give great service."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall good, minor deficiencies
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall a real good experience. We arrived before they opened and the outdoor wood decking is a little loose. GREAT food but put all guests close together instead of spreading them out. We were the first and the very next couple was put directly behind us with the back of the booths connected so we moved to a different table. I'm lactose intolerant and told them that at the beginning. We are used to sorbet being served instead of sherbert and sherbert was given. Simple but painful mistake. The food was phenomenal. Other than the sherbert thing, the service was awesome from the waitress. Would definitely recommend. We don't drink but the wine list looked like it had plenty to choose from."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Pleasant Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our party of 9 had dinner at the Seafare on Mother's Day and we were also celebrating our son's college graduation. We were seated at a large round table in a corner and that allowed us to have whole group conversations. Our waiter was extremely courteous and everyone enjoyed their meal. It was a perfect choice for our large group."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Start with Dessert
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent. We will be back, though we might have to start with dessert - too full after the meal."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The seafood in the cermanic disth was delicious. We will certainly return to this restaurant on our next visit to Williamsburg."
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 9 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
banana foster tableside say no more
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Holy cow was it awesome!!!
Good selection of apps, entrees and other desserts"
Good selection of apps, entrees and other desserts"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 10 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delightful evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were in Williamsburg for the LPGA tournament, staying at a timeshare, and wanted a nice dinner out with our friends. We were two couples who love good food and atmosphere, and were delighted with our choice. All four dinners were excellent, well prepared and artfully served. Our server was attentive without smothering us, and was very nice. The ambiance was what one would expect of such an establishment, and the price (around $50 USD per person with wine) was reasonable. We all agreed that we would go back again some day soon!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining at the Seafare
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten at this restaurant many times and the food and service are consistently excellent. We left our left-over meal in a bag at the restaurant by mistake, and the staff tracked us down before we left the parking lot to delivered the bag."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had to cancel the reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had to cancel the reservation because my Grandson had a fever..... (sigh)"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
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Review 13 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was very good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was very good. I thought overall the seafood and steak were average. I thought the food was not as good as some chain restaurants."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
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Review 14 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you can get past the early
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you can get past the early 1970s decor, the food and the service are great! I highly recommend."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was amazing and the server was one of the best I have ever had. Definitely recommended for any special occasion or a romantic date."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Evperience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was amazing – the seafood was so fresh and delicious. Our server, Carrie Ann was a delight – she attended to our every need. Thank you so much for being very accommodating to our 91 year old Mom. We are already talking about a return trip just to experience another evening like we had."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time there and we were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time there and we were not one bit disappointed. Both of our dinners were quite tasty, cooked to perfection and refreshing. We will return and unhesitatingly recommend to our friends."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
4 of us - all 4 dinners (seafood,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"4 of us - all 4 dinners (seafood, steak & salad) were outstanding and the desserts were awesome. The only down side was the tables were a little close together. Service was superb. A little pricey so, at least for this family, only for special occasions. We had no alcohol and only 2 softdrinks but with a 20% tip the bill was $40 each. Definitely worth it for a special evening."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a 7:00 PM reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a 7:00 PM reservation and did not get seated until 7:30 PM. They seemed to be overbooked. The food was good but not as good as our previous visit, possibly because of crowd. I would recommend the restaurant but with caveats. It was Valentines Day, but they should have been prepared better for it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 20 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance supurb. Good serving
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ambiance supurb. Good serving etiquette. Disappointed in the food quality. Clam chowder and grilled salmon lukewarm; baked potato wouldn't melt butter. A steak was order medium and came out beyond well-done. We did ask that to be redone and it was corrected. Suggestion - IF going, be sure to speak up. I am sure they will make it right, BUT the expection was higher, for the ambiance AND the price paid. Not a good value for the dollar."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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Review 21 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dining. and loved the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great dining. and loved the atmosphere. The food was wonderful . WE have been there twice and will continue to dine there when we visit Williamsburg"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 22 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I went here for Valentines dinner. This place was amazing and the food was to die for. I had the crab cakes, which i highly recommend. my husband had the seafood casserole which consisted of lobster, shrimp and scallops...all cooked to perfection. By the way, Our waitress was awesome. I will definitely go back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Chewy, overpriced steak
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Steak was very had to bite through and bland. Having to wait an hour, even though we had a reservation, to pay $126 for a bland and chewy meal did not make me happy. Our servers were great though and we felt good about tipping them well."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Seafare of Williamsburg
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
8 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate