Kingsmill Resort has reintroduced waterfront dining to its collection of five restaurants with the James Landing Grille. This new culinary experience features a two-story restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. The James Landing Grille is a wonderful place to gather with family and friends at Williamsburg's only riverfront restaurant option. The James Landing Grille has a full menu primarily focused on fresh ingredients and locally-sourced seafood.
"I and my significant other thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at James Landing Grille! First of all...we caught the shuttle to the restaurant from our suite. The shuttle arrived within two minutes of us calling for it. Secondly...we arrived 30 mins earlier than the time our reservations were set; however, our table was still ready! Lastly....our waitress/server, Lauren....was extremely helpful, patient, kind, courteous to us. She kept a smile on her face...and though she checked on us often...she wasn't bothersome. Needless to say....this was probably one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long, long time!!! Thank you and we will be coming back!!!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, kid-friendly
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"I was with one other person and we ordered hot appetizers which were served at barely room temp. Other than that the food was delicious and the ambiance was wonderful."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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"We had a very nice luncheon birthday party for 8, and all enjoyed their meals. The cake was very special and tasted great. Staff was attentive and helpful with extra special plans. Will go again and would recommend it for a great day with nice view and good food."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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"The occasion for us was wedding anniversary. Food was exceptional, service spot on, surroundings perfect. We have never been disappointed at this fine establishment."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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"The views (you are right on the water!), the contemporary and clean feel, regional food, good service, friendly staff, outdoor firepit, live entertainment 7 days a week! What else could you want?"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"The ambience was great, on the river, great views. The seafood was previously frozen and you could tell. My daughter had a hamburger and said it was good. If you are looking for a burger and a great view, theis place if fine. If you want a fine meal for a celebration or special occassion, there are much better choices for the cost."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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"A pleasant location on the water. Menu looked tempting but the food that was served was disappointing - except the crab cakes, which were wonderful. Management listened to our concerns but it seems the menu is geared to a non-foodie clientele. What a shame."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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"Hadn't been here since the upper level renovations which are very nice.. The only good restaurant in Williamsburg where you get a river view.. Even coming here during the LPGA tournament at Kingsmill, we had a great meal for our out of town family, with a good range of choices .. Excellent seafood... Too cold to enjoy the deck for dinner, but we'll be back in the summer."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Had a great weekend at the Kingsmill Resort. Decided to try the Grille which was right next to our condo!!! What a great dining experience couldn't have asked for better!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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"Food was not great like a Diamond 5 Star, but most are not. Our server recommended a couple dishes which my wife and I got and they were good. Where the Seafood Paella wasn't traditional, it was loaded with seafood. As for the view, you can't beat it. It is beautiful."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view
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"Disappointing. Food was good, service improved dramatically after we complained it took 30 minutes for our initial drink order to arrive and we saw they were about to seat 2 tables of 10 next to us (which also explained the 3 confirmation calls we got before arriving - small, but very full restaurant). Hurriedly placed and received our dinners. Crab cakes and salmon were both fairly good. Wedge salad dressing is overly sweet, ruining what could be a good salad. The killer was being asked to leave at 9:30 on a Friday night because "we're told to close up and send you to Eagles (an older Kingsmill restaurant) ". The restaurant and bar were both still more than half full at this point - why ask paying customers to leave?"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
Special Features: scenic view
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"Excellent food and service. Highly recommend you try for yourself."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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"We ate dinner upstairs and my daughter saw the bus girl drop silverware on the floor , when setting a new table and pick it up and place it back on the table.Maybe you could address this with them.Otherwise it was a great time for us and we have a reservation for a date in May."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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"The view was exceptional, great service, and good wine selections. Food was good but not exceptional. Service and friendliness of staff was excellent. E would eat here again. I was surprised that there was not a more formal dining room, but with so many tray rants, there probably isn't the need for this at Kingsmill. We had a great time and would return again in the future. Arthur Meader"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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"The atmosphere at this restaurant is great. It overlooks the James River and really feels like a beach restaurant. They have a good amount of outdoor seating, and a nice circular firepit. The interior is nice as well. My wife and I dined here and began outside, but moved inside once the sun started to set and it became colder outside.
The service is poor at this restaurant. Our server took 20+ minutes to bring our drinks (he didn't even bring them - a busboy/food porter checked on us and brought them to us). It took a long time to get our food, which was good but nowhere near great. Our bill came and our server never came and got it. We had to find a member of the waitstaff and give it to them ourselves. Ambiance=great,service=pi"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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"We stayed at the Kingsmill Resort and from the choices of places for food and drink at the resort, James Landing was about the only choice. There were others at the resort but after checking their menu and times, they just weren't worth going to. The nice thing about the James is that it is within walking distance of cottage in the resort. And if you don't feel like walking, the resort will send a bus to take you home. The meals are very good and the prices are appropriate and competitive to restaurants near by.
The place has no sound baffling and so it is loud. While it was nice inside, I couldn't hear much of what my companions were saying for the volume from other conversations."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: scenic view
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"Loved it! Went there for Easter with the family (4 kids ages 10-17) and had a good meal with great service. Denise our server was a gem, and the Bloody Mary's are terrific! Great for adults only or families."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"The food was average, the service was good. I enjoyed the drinks (great sangria margaritas) and the view is beautiful. The seafood sampler was good (loved the big bang shrimp) but my mahi mahi was way too salty. The manager was nice enough to take it off our bill and my boyfriend loved his creme brulee. With a little bit more time and experience, this restaurant could be rather good."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view
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"The lobster tail dinners were very good.....the setting was beautiful and watching the sun go down adds to the experience. It is unfortunate the designer of this restaurant has the servers carrying the orders up a flight of stairs used by the diners also. Really need to look in to installing a "dumbwaiter' in the kitched to deliver the food to the second level."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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"Loved watching the sunset over the James. And, the food was really good. Solid. Bang bang shrimp were the best thing we tasted. Would love to do again."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"I was there at sunset and it was beautiful. The food was excellent and the waiter was great also. I am looking forward to returning on another beautiful day and hopefully will be warm enough to sit outside!!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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I love the new decor inside with the addition of booth seating both upstairs and down. And there's a big addition that's underway for the deck which is going to make a great outdoor deck even better! Looks like they are adding a big outdoor fire pit on the deck and said they are also installing heaters on the deck. No better water front dinning this side of the beach.
Service was quick and friendly and the new menu has lot's of options for my older kids who can't seem to move beyond a good burger. But there are great seafood dishes and a pretty solid wine list, with lot's of wines available by the glass."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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"We had a wonderful dining experience at James Landing Grille. When making our reservation, I had requested a nice "romantic" table for two, and they delivered! After being greeted as though we were regulars (it was our first visit) we were taken upstairs to our beautiful corner table with windows on two sides, overlooking the river and a gorgeous sunset! The food was outstanding, with double lobster tails cooked to perfection for me, and grilled tuna for my hubby that he raved about! Our server (I think his name was Craig??). was very professional, knew his menu, and was a pleasure to talk to. He was VERY attentive without being intrusive and took care of our every need. Awesome! Ambiance, great service and great food - perfect!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view
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"We had an enjoyable meal. The restaurant are a varied menu which will more than satisfy every diner. The wait staff is friendly and attentive. The restaurant manager is a terrific person. He makes sure that the dining experience at James River is fun. The staff reflects his enthusiasm and attention to each customer's needs."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"We were a party of ten so we understand if service is a little slow. Seven out of ten said their meals were excellent, three said they had eaten better. Overall, we did enjoy our experience and am sure we will be back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view
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"While they have improved greatly since opening, I would rate the food as adequate not exceptional. We had a wonderful hummus appetizer, and dinner was very good, but for the price I do expect a higher level of presentation and service. We love the location and I am sure we will return for a casual meal on the deck this spring."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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"The place was elegant and i love the crowd. The servers were very nice but the food was bland and the break was cold and hard. Other than that, everything was okay"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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"What a turn around, the first siz months this palce was ho hum. Chnage the manager and BOOM up to the top. Great job by staff and kitchen! Awesome views"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Excellent menu, friendly staff and great views. The resort looked fabulous too, though we didn't spend much time on the property. I definitely want to go back during the day so we can see the river and boats!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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"My wife and I celebrated Valentine's Day by having dinner at James Landing Grille-Kingsmill.Honestly, we are like restaurant critics, but thoroughly enjoyed our experience there. It was our first time dining at James Landing Grille and I must say we were impressed. We enjoyed a three course meal which was so delightful and creative, I had to meet the chef and shake his hand.The ambiance was very romantic and the service was great. High marks all around for James landing.I'd recommend it to anyone."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I ate there with 7 girlfriends for 2 of our birthdays. It was great. The service was excellent (Liza?) and the food great. It wasn't crowded and was quiet and nice. The desserts were wonderful too. we liked that we could order ala carte for the main meal.I had excellent steak and crab cake and rice medley that was wonderful along with great green beans. We will go back and look forward to outdoors on the water in the spring."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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