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Fat Canary, Williamsburg, VA

Fat Canary

4.9
4.9
4891 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (757) 229-3333
  • Website
    http://fatcanarywilliamsburg.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Power
  • Location
    410 West Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
  • Area
    Williamsburg
  • Cross Street
    Between S. Henry & Boundary & Francis Streets
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 4,891 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Overall

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Best Service

  • Virginia

    Contemporary American

  • Williamsburg

    Best Overall

  • Williamsburg

    Best Food

  • Williamsburg

    Best Service

  • Williamsburg

    Best Ambience

  • Williamsburg

    Best Value

  • Williamsburg

    Healthy

  • Williamsburg

    Great for fine wines

  • Williamsburg

    Good for special occasions

  • Williamsburg

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fat Canary in Williamsburg offers a "top notch" dining experience with consistently excellent food, service, and ambiance. It's perfect for special occasions, with many guests celebrating anniversaries and birthdays here. Highlights include a creative menu, exceptional wine list, and standout dishes like the halibut special and short ribs.

4,891 Reviews

  1. Mark

    VIP

    Richmond

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best restaurant in town. Great service, wonderful atmosphere and fabulous food. It’s a “cheffy” restaurant with creative approaches and with all the fine details nailed down.

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  2. Alain

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always the best restaurant in Williamsburg colonial,great food and service

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  3. Nancy

    Richmond

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chefs have a habit of making the ordinary extraordinary. I ordered chicken and the flavors were amazing. I always start with the fried oysters which never disappoint. We always dine at the Fat Canary the weekend before Christmas. I look forward to our next visit as soon as I leave the restaurant. Fat Canary always earns five stars from us.

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  4. Douglas

    VIP

    Kansas City

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and great service. But also noticed that the restaurant needs some renovation work as some walls, etc need painting, etc.

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  5. Russell

    Orlando

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whenever we are in Williamsburg, Fat Canary is a favorite. This meal was in celebration of our 55th Anniversary and was an elegant experience. Service was impeccable, our server Kevin was full of knowledge and a joy to us. As always the food was exquisite, creative and a culinary delight.

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  6. Earl

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have eaten there before, always a great experience, would highly recommend

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  7. john

    VIP

    Charleston

    106 reviews

    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolute wonderful experience. The rockfish on a bed of risotto, chili peppers and tomatoes was the best fish that I have ever eaten as it was perfect. Chardonnay by the glass complimented the fish very well and the ambiance and service were very nice. Great evening and I visit every year when I come home to Williamsburg — best restaurant in town and the versatile menu is always enlightening - delicious.

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  8. Pam

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I felt welcomed from the moment we entered the restaurant!

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  9. Pam

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience here from start to finish! Great atmosphere and our server was wonderful and the food was delicious!

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  10. Nancy

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the Fat Canary has once again delighted us on my birthday! The food is amazing and the ambiance a perfect setting for a very special occasion. The oysters are to die for!!!!

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Fat Canary is rated 4.9 stars by 4891 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Fat Canary

410 West Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between S. Henry & Boundary & Francis Streets
  • Area
    Williamsburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Power
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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