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Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA

Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9
4.9
9001 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:30
Booked 46 times today
  • 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

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (757) 220-3616
  • Website
    http://www.leyacawilliamsburg.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Yves Abid
  • Private party facilities
    We have various dining rooms that can accommodate parties of most sizes. For groups over 10 we ask that you have a set menu from our group banquet menus or from the regular dining menu. It will increase your dining enjoyment at Le Yaca French Restaurant. For large groups and private parties, please contact owner Joy Anderson at leyacajoy@gmail.com.
  • Location
    1430 High Street Suite 801, Williamsburg, VA 23185
  • Area
    Williamsburg
  • Cross Street
    On the corner of Richmond Road (Route 60) & Bypass Road
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 9,001 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Most Booked

  • Williamsburg

    Best Overall

  • Williamsburg

    Best Food

  • Williamsburg

    Best Service

  • Williamsburg

    Best Ambience

  • Williamsburg

    Best Value

  • Williamsburg

    Great for fine wines

  • Williamsburg

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Williamsburg

    Romantic

  • Williamsburg

    Good for special occasions

  • Williamsburg

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Le Yaca in Williamsburg offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and service." The elegant setting and impeccable attention to detail make it perfect for special occasions or a memorable meal. Guests praise the "amazing brunch" and "superb French cuisine," ensuring it remains a top choice for fine dining enthusiasts.

9,001 Reviews

  1. Jim

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 12:45 reservation. Was quickly seated, received a very warm welcome from our waitress. She was attentive, explained menu and choices. The food was absolutely delicious, well prepared and and looked like art on a plate. Kudos to the staff. The meal that was unbeatable for quality and value. I highly recommend this restaurant!

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  2. Andy

    Baltimore

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful meal. Great service, great food. Thank you for helping us celebrate a special day with a thoroughly enjoyable meal in every way.

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  3. Jean

    Richmond

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our third year celebrating our anniversary here. Food was good as usual. The manager, Howard, even worked with me to select the wine I wanted by giving us an impromptu wine tasting. The service is incredible. One of the best restaurants on the Peninsula.

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  4. Maureen

    Richmond

    81 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delight at Le Yaca! The lunch special is a good value with soup/salad, entree, and dessert included. The food and service were superb!

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  5. LisaP

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible Food! Celebrated a birthday! Perfect!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose the five-course menu, and it did not disappoint. Husband's favorite bite was the scallops with truffle sauce. My favorite bite was the beef tartare (and husband ate almost half of it). Tomato bisque was smooth and delicious, not overly sweet as some can be. My steak was perfectly rare, and lobster melted in the mouth. Husband had the 3-meat trio and all were cooked perfectly and very tender. We finished with the souffle and cheese plate. I would come to Le Yaca for just the souffle! It was perfect. Husband ate half and shared his cheese plate with me. The selection of cheeses actually complemented the souffle, especially the brie. I had a nice doggy bag with 1/2 steak and spinach for lunch today. The waiter was so attentive and friendly. The only thing that was not exception was the French Onion Soup. It was good, but not great; way too sweet for my tastes, but husband finished it all. We had a nice French Cab Sav for under $50, and a Bourdeaux for $70. With tip the meal came in around $400. This is definitely a special occasion meal. We have eaten here many times and there are more budget friendly options.

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  7. Doug

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We entertained friends last night at Le Yaca! What an amazing evening. What I love the most about Laka is that it’s not fussy but elegant, not pretentious but socially warm and friendly. I can’t see enough about this place and I consider it probably one of the finest places to eat anywhere nearby. Finally the food is exquisitely prepared always right on point and carefully deliver to your table by a staff that makes the experience complete. Don’t miss the desserts. You really can’t go wrong ! 

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  8. Joseph

    Charleston

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service are outstanding. Our waiter, Ming, is the best. I had a salad and crab cakes. Both were excellent. Others in our group had Dover sole. They said that it was excellent.

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  9. RockIslandRidge

    Richmond

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is my absolute favorite in Williamsburg! The food is always perfect/fantastic/amazing - terrific flavor combinations cooked perfection …. I can’t say enough good things. I think their fixed price menus are reasonably priced And let you enjoy more than just the entrée. The restaurant is beautiful and quiet, elegant, and relaxing. The staff is always top-notch and makes you feel special. The only negative, if you consider a negative, is that you will have an intentionally leisurely meal. This is not the place to come if you’re in a hurry or tight on time. A two or three person dinners will run two hours. You go to Le Yaca to enjoy every bite of the meal and every minute of the company you are with.

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  10. Michael

    Richmond

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated 50 years of marriage here. We asked for a nice table and that is what we were given. The room was beautiful. A very good server was attentive and welcoming. The fixed price options were very good and prepared well. We were able to bring our own wine for a reasonable corkage charge. The server even decanted it and it was delicious. Overall the best dining out experience we’ve had among the top 5 high end restaurants in Williamsburg.

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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 9001 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Le Yaca - Williamsburg

1430 High Street Suite 801, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On the corner of Richmond Road (Route 60) & Bypass Road
  • Area
    Williamsburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 17:00–19:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Yves Abid
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.leyacawilliamsburg.com/
  • Phone number
    (757) 220-3616
  • Private party facilities
    We have various dining rooms that can accommodate parties of most sizes. For groups over 10 we ask that you have a set menu from our group banquet menus or from the regular dining menu. It will increase your dining enjoyment at Le Yaca French Restaurant. For large groups and private parties, please contact owner Joy Anderson at leyacajoy@gmail.com.

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