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Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA

Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9
4.9
9220 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Le Yaca began in 1964 in Courchevel, a tiny, country village in the French Alps. Daniele Bourderau & Gerard decided it would be fun to open a small restaurant. When friends learned of their plans, they told the hopeful restaurateurs they were crazy to think people would drive eight kilometers on a winding, icy road for dinner. Daniele and Gerard hesitated for three months and then decided, “yaca le faire,” a contraction of the French phrase “il n’y a qu’a le faire,” which basically means, “let’s do it.” They called the restaurant Le Yaca as a gag, but the name caught on with customers who were amused by the pun and contributed to the restaurant’s lore by inventing “yaca-isms” of their own: yaca y aller (let’s go). Daniele came to the United States and opened Le Yaca in Williamsburg. Daniel Abid bought Le Yaca in 2001. Daniel worked and trained in such prestigious places as “Le Pre Catelan” and “Lenotre” in Paris; “L’Amandier” and “Roger Verge," and to top it all off, “Alain Ducass

Additional information

  • Location
    1430 High Street Suite 801, Williamsburg, VA 23185
  • Phone number
    (757) 220-3616
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Sun 17:00–20:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Yves Abid

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What 9,220 people are saying

Le Yaca - Williamsburg reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Overall

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Best Service

  • Virginia

    Best Ambience

  • Williamsburg

    Best Overall

  • Williamsburg

    Best Food

  • Williamsburg

    Best Service

  • Williamsburg

    Best Ambience

  • Williamsburg

    Best Value

  • Williamsburg

    Good for groups

  • Williamsburg

    Healthy

  • Williamsburg

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Williamsburg

    Great for fine wines

  • Williamsburg

    Romantic

  • Williamsburg

    Good for special occasions

  • Williamsburg

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Yaca in Williamsburg offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, great service" and a "very welcoming ambiance." This French restaurant is a favorite for special occasions, boasting "outstanding" prix fixe menus and a "romantic atmosphere." Dine here and enjoy "perfectly cooked and presented food" with attentive service.

9,220 Reviews

  1. Margaret

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The crab and lobster tail entree was out of this world delicious. Dessert was devine. As always the food and service was excellent!

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  2. Richard VIP

    Richmond208 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great value on the lunch menu! My thinly pounded chicken with lemon, butter, capers was a guilty pleasure! My wife enjoyed her pork/porc. The salad and desserts always complement a perfect meal! Ian was a great server!

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  3. Arlene

    Richmond1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was prepared with care and served in a timely manner. The staff were pleasant and genuinely wanted to please. My waiter Ian was new and needed a little polish but he was cheerful and very nice. The staff worked as a team to serve the guests so they quietly made up for his inexperience with deft competence! I loved my food, I cleaned my plate and the wine was truly exceptional. If you haven't been, you simply must! One of the best birthday brunches!

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  4. Linda

    Wilmington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience and excellent food.

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  5. MADERBY

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was very good, but the fillet and crab cake was only okay. I thought the price of the meal was a bit high for the quality of the food.

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  6. Roderick VIP

    Richmond73 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have celebrated my birthday at Le Yaca for many years. It's our favorite restaurant and for good reason: the food is excellent; the service is professional yet friendly and the ambiance is perfect for any type of occasion. We live in Virginia Beach but have no problem traveling to Williamsburg to dine at Le Yaca--it's that good. Thank you for another wonderful meal.

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  7. Benjamin VIP

    Richmond55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant everything is perfect the food, staff and the price there is nothing better in Williamsburg

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  8. Bob

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fine dining experience and are planning a return visit.

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  9. Dr. E. Mike

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoyed our lunch at Le Yaca. The food, service and restaurant ambience were excellent.

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  10. Ray VIP

    Atlanta40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently the best in cuisine, care in preparation, and service. We always feel welcomed!

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FAQs

Le Yaca - Williamsburg offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 220-3616.

Le Yaca - Williamsburg is rated 4.9 stars by 9220 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
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1430 High Street Suite 801, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (757) 220-3616
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Sun 17:00–20:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Yves Abid

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