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Water Street Grille, Yorktown, VA

Water Street Grille

4.5
4.5
9 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for brunch
Located in Historic Yorktown, VA right on the banks of the York River we provide a unique dining experience with amazing, unrivaled views of sunsets over the York River and Coleman Bridge from our expansive covered outdoor patio area. Known for creative & innovative dining selections, abundant & evolving craft beer selections and a relaxing & fun atmosphere, Water Street Grille is Yorktown's best kept hidden secret!!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00
  • Phone number
    (757) 369-5644
  • Website
    https://www.waterstreetgrille.net/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Doug Free
  • Catering
    We are available for off-site caterings. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have multiple private banquet rooms that offers several menu options and can host up to 150 people. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
  • Location
    323 Water Street Suite A-1, Yorktown, VA 23690
  • Area
    Yorktown
  • Parking details
    A free parking garage is 50 yards from the front door of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    The Yorktown trolley stops directly in front of the restaurant. The bus from Williamsburg stops a half mile from the restaurant. (Seasonal)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

In House Dinning & Patio Available

Raw Bar/ Seafood Tapas

  • *Locally Harvested Oysters

    Daily Selected Fresh Oysters served with House Mignonette, House Spicy Cocktail & Horseradish

    • MP

  • Colossal Shrimp CocktailUS$16.00

    HUGE Gulf Shrimp With House Spicy Cocktail Sauce

    • *Little Neck Clams

      Served on the 1/2 Shell with House Spicy Cocktail & Mignonette

      • MP

    • *Ahi Tuna NachosUS$16.00

      Ahi Tuna Tartare, Crispy Wanton Chips, Soy Ginger Veggies, Sweet Chili Sauce, Sriracha & Wasabi Aioli

      • Scallops CasinoUS$17.00

        Broiled with Bell Peppers & Smoked Bacon

        • *Crab Cake

          Panko Crusted Flash Fried Crab Cake, Avocado & Lemon Grass Aioli

          • MP

        • *Fried Oysters ROCKUS$16.00

          Traditional Rockefeller Topped with Fried Oysters & Parmesan Cheese

          • Tower of ShellsUS$62.00

            *Chilled North Atlantic Lobster, House Made Ceviche, Colossal Shrimp Cocktail, Fresh Oysters, Clams & Chef's Daily Selected Crudo Served with House Spicy Cocktail , Melted Butter, Mignonette & Horseradish

            Sharables

            Family Style Appetizers

            • *House CevicheUS$17.00

              Daily Selected Chef Prepared & Served with Smoked Sea Salt Chips

              • *Fresh PEI MusselsUS$15.00

                Steamed PEI Mussels with your Choice of Spicy Fra Diavolo Sauce or White Wine, Lemon & Garlic with Toasted Focaccia

                • *CalamariUS$17.00

                  Flash Fried Served with Curry Salt, Charred Lemon & Wasabi Aioli

                  • *Mac N' Cheese Egg RollsUS$12.00

                    Served with Chipotle Ranch

                    • *Bacon & EggsUS$11.00

                      Deviled Eggs Topped with Cherrywood Smoked Bacon

                      • Baked Brie Flat BreadUS$14.00

                        Double Crème Brie, Sliced Apple, Balsamic Glaze & Baby Arugula

                        Artisan Meat & Cheese Boards

                        • Charcuterie Stuffed Jumbo PretzelUS$22.00

                          Assorted Meats, House Pickles, Dijon Jam & Toasted Almonds Stuffed in a Jumbo Salted Pretzel

                          • Cheese PlateUS$18.00

                            Imported Cheeses, House Pickles, Toasted Almonds, Dijon Jam, Seasonal Berries & Toasted Focaccia

                            Soup & Salad

                            • She Crab Soup

                              Traditionally Made

                              • CupUS$7.00
                              • BowlUS$10.00

                            • *New Zealand Flank SteakUS$20.00

                              Marinated New Zealand Flank Steak, Baby Arugula, Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Bleu Cheese, Green Beans & Crispy Onions

                              • *WSG Cobb SaladUS$19.00

                                Pulled Chicken Breast, Roasted Honey Ham, Tomatoes, Bleu Cheese, Soft Boiled Egg, Toasted Almonds over Field Greens

                                • Mediterranean SaladUS$14.00

                                  Crisp Romaine, Spinach, Red Onion, Cucumber, Feta Cheese, Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives with Oregano Lemon Vinaigrette

                                  • Burrata SaladUS$16.00

                                    Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes atop Seedless Watermelon, Burrata Cheese & Balsamic Glaze

                                    • Caesar SaladUS$14.00

                                      Classic House Made Caesar Dressing, Romaine Wedge, Baby Tomatoes, Anchovies with Chopped Bacon & Toasted Croutons

                                      • Proteins

                                        Crab Cake & Fresh Catch are MP

                                        Between The Buns

                                        • Bad to Da' Bone Steak and CheeseUS$28.00

                                          Slow Braised Whole Bone-In Beef Short Rib Drizzled with House BBQ Sauce, Grilled Peppers & Onions topped with White American Cheese Sauce on a Toasted Hoagie Roll

                                          • *Crab Cake BLT

                                            Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Chipotle Mayo, Toasted Brioche Roll & Served with Old Bay Fries

                                            • MP

                                          • *WSG BurgerUS$17.00

                                            Double Patty Char-grilled & Topped with American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion & House Secret Sauce served with Old Bay Fries

                                            • Lob-Steer BurgerUS$29.00

                                              House Ground USDA Prime Ribeye, Butter Poached Lobster, Arugula, Caramelized Onions, Wild Mushrooms, & Demi Glace

                                              • Piled High PastramiUS$19.00

                                                Double Portion of Thick Cut Pastrami on Russian Rye Bread with Whole Grain Mustard

                                                • Focaccia Grilled Chicken & AvocadoUS$14.00

                                                  Focaccia Grilled Chicken & Avocado Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast, Spinach, Sundried Tomato Aioli, Avocado, Roasted Red Peppers, Basil Pesto & Balsamic Glaze on Toasted Focaccia

                                                  Prime Steaks & Chops

                                                  **Steaks Served A La Carte

                                                  • **Custom Cut 20oz PorterhouseUS$39.00

                                                    Garlic Rosemary Compound Butter

                                                    • **USDA Prime Cut RibeyeUS$32.00

                                                      16 oz Black Garlic Crusted Ribeye with Au Jus

                                                      • **Grilled New Zealand Elk ChopsUS$34.00

                                                        Served over Blueberry Demi Glace

                                                        • *Steak FritesUS$23.00

                                                          8oz Char-Grilled New Zealand Flank Steak, Red Wine Reduction, Creamed Spinach, Caramelized Onions & Truffle Fries

                                                          • *Char Grilled 1/2 Jerk ChickenUS$24.00

                                                            1/2 Chicken Marinated in Caribbean Jerk Seasoning with Grilled Mango, Red Bell Peppers & Sweet Potato

                                                            • *Chef's Seafood Additions:

                                                              Crab Cake & Main Lobster is MP

                                                              Chefs Seafood Favorites

                                                              • *Baja Fish TacosUS$18.00

                                                                Fresh Catch, Green Cabbage, Lime Crema, Pico de Gallo & Baja Suce on Golden Tortillas

                                                                • *Fish & ChipsUS$24.00

                                                                  Beer Battered Haddock Filet, Crispy Old Bay Fries, WSG Tartar Sauce & Apple Slaw

                                                                  • Jumbo Shrimp Fra DiavoloUS$32.00

                                                                    Shallots, Fennel, Tomato Fillets, White Wine, Fresh Chile Peppers, Basil & Parsley over Fresh Squid Ink Linguini

                                                                    • Lobster Mac N' Cheese

                                                                      Butter Poached Maine Lobster over Creamy Four Cheese Imported Penne Pasta

                                                                      • MP

                                                                    • Ginger & Black Pepper Crusted SalmonUS$28.00

                                                                      Braised Lentil Ragout, Lemon Beurre Blanc & Julienne Vegetables

                                                                      • BouillabaisseUS$34.00

                                                                        Fresh Fish, Mussels, Clams, Jumbo Shrimp in a Lobster–Fennel Broth & Served with Grilled Focaccia

                                                                        • *Whole Fried Fish

                                                                          Flash Fried Fresh Whole Fish, Drizzled with Sweet Chili Sauce, Grilled Sweet Potato & Seasonal Julienned Vegetables

                                                                          • MP

                                                                        Signature Sides

                                                                        • Roasted Brussel Sprouts w/BaconUS$7.00

                                                                          • Sauteed Garlic MushroomsUS$7.00

                                                                            • Creamed SpinachUS$7.00

                                                                              • French FriesUS$4.00

                                                                                • Mac N CheeseUS$7.00

                                                                                  • Grilled Sweet PotatoUS$6.00

                                                                                    • Sliced Potato Au GratinUS$7.00

                                                                                      • House SaladUS$7.00

                                                                                        Brick Oven Pizza

                                                                                        • MargheritaUS$14.00

                                                                                          Crushed Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Basil

                                                                                          • Cubano PizzaUS$17.00

                                                                                            Smoked Ham, Mojo Carnitas, Swiss Cheese, Yellow Mustard & Pickles

                                                                                            • GodfatherUS$18.00

                                                                                              Pepperoni, Italian Sausage , Meatballs, Onions & Fire Roasted Red Peppers

                                                                                              • P.M.S-ERUS$16.00

                                                                                                Pepperoni, Mushroom & Italian Sausage

                                                                                                • Hell-BoyUS$17.00

                                                                                                  Hand Crushed Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Spicy Sopressata & Finished with Hot Honey

                                                                                                  • Smoked Salmon BiancaUS$17.00

                                                                                                    Garlic Oil, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Onion, Pickled Jalapeños & Smoked Salmon

                                                                                                    • Freaky GreekUS$16.00

                                                                                                      Fresh Garlic , Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Spinach, Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives & Feta Cheese

                                                                                                      • *B.Y.O.PizzaUS$13.00

                                                                                                        Star with Sauce & Cheese, Each Additional Topping $2

                                                                                                        House Made Desserts

                                                                                                        • Nutella & Mascarpone Flat BreadUS$10.00

                                                                                                          Crispy Brick Oven Flatbread with Nutella, Mascarpone & Fresh Berries

                                                                                                          • Margarita Key Lime PieUS$7.00

                                                                                                            Served with Fresh Berry Compote

                                                                                                            • Chocolate Kahlua MousseUS$8.00

                                                                                                              Topped with Fresh Berries & Whipped Cream

                                                                                                              Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                                              What 9 people are saying

                                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                              4.5
                                                                                                              4.5 based on all time ratings
                                                                                                              • 4.3Food
                                                                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                                                                              • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                                              • 4.3Value

                                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                              1,280 Reviews

                                                                                                              1. Glen

                                                                                                                Southwest Florida

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                Very nice Christmas Eve lunch in this bar/restaurant on Yorktown’s “modern” water front. Appetizer was great, entrees were good and the dessert was spectacular. Nice views and extremely friendly service. Visit the book/antique shop across the street for fun nostalgia.

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                                                                                                              2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 29 July 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                The restaurant didn’t look as nice on the inside as the outside. The waitress was great. The food was ok.
                                                                                                                Water Street GrilleResponded on 3 August 2024
                                                                                                                Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed your waitress’s service. We appreciate you letting us know about the interior decor. Your input is valuable as we continue to improve our guests’ experience. We hope you’ll give us another opportunity to impress you with our food in the future.

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                                                                                                              3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 31 May 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Great food and service and the outdoor seating was nice. Busy atmosphere until after 7pm but then quieted down. Food selection is good and craft beer menu changes often but has solid choices.

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                                                                                                              4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                                Dined on 3 April 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                The food was expensive for what you receive and it was pretty loud in the interior of the restaurant

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                                                                                                              5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 31 March 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                "What an incredible dining experience! From the mouthwatering beef tenderloin to the pink-coated chef who treated us like royalty at the carving station, every bite felt like a taste of perfection. Julia our server was an absolute gem, chatting away and making us feel right at home, she's extremely good at her job. And that themed cocktail with Gin and St. Germain? Oh, it was like sipping on sunshine! The view of the river from our window seat was simply breathtaking, and even the manager swung by to ensure our happiness. With over 20 years in the biz, I've gotta say, this was top-notch. Easter tradition? You betcha!"

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                                                                                                              6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 31 March 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                This was the Easter Buffet. Food was generally good especially the beef tenderloin and tuna. We didn’t partake of the breakfast foods except for the smoked salmon, which was enjoyable. Some of the dishes were dried out and congealed due to the extended time in chafing dishes - especially the shrimp and grits and mashed potatoes. We were seated at a small table in the rear of the banquet room on folding chairs. Ambiance was non-existent. All the tables with views were for large parties. Key lime pie was good. Servers were great. Bar service slow.

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                                                                                                              7. TonyP

                                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 31 March 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Buffet was next door at Riverwalk Restaurant. Great location on the York River. Food was well prepared, and tasty. Service was very friendly, and attentive.

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                                                                                                              8. SueC

                                                                                                                Richmond

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 30 March 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Beautiful evening at WSG. It is a relaxed casual atmosphere on the York River. The staff are all excellent, stopping by the table often to ask if you need anything and if all is going well with the service and food. They do not rush you to order, we were allowed to order drinks and apps before feeling rushed to order dinner. The menu has something for everyone and the food is excellent

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                                                                                                              9. HollyM

                                                                                                                Oklahoma City

                                                                                                                177 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                177 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 26 March 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                We sat on the back porch, for the view of the river. Outdoor heaters kept us comfortable. Service was attentive. Food was well prepared. She Crab Soup was excellent with plenty of crab. The firecracker shrimp was good, but a little overcooked. Crab cake burger was very good, as were the Old Bay fries. I would eat here again.

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                                                                                                              10. The reviews below were submitted before 25 March 2024, when this restaurant changed its chef.

                                                                                                              11. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                Washington DC

                                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                                Dined on 18 February 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Inside was a little busy but the outdoor covered warmed space was great

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                                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                                              Water Street Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 369-5644.

                                                                                                              Water Street Grille is rated 4.5 stars by 9 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 4 times today

                                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                              Google Map for Water Street Grille

                                                                                                              323 Water Street Suite A-1, Yorktown, VA 23690

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                                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                                              • Area
                                                                                                                Yorktown
                                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00
                                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                                American, Seafood, Contemporary American
                                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                                A free parking garage is 50 yards from the front door of the restaurant.
                                                                                                              • Public transit
                                                                                                                The Yorktown trolley stops directly in front of the restaurant. The bus from Williamsburg stops a half mile from the restaurant. (Seasonal)
                                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                Doug Free
                                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                                Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                                https://www.waterstreetgrille.net/
                                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                                (757) 369-5644
                                                                                                              • Catering
                                                                                                                We are available for off-site caterings. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.
                                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                We have multiple private banquet rooms that offers several menu options and can host up to 150 people. Please contact our Banquet Manager, Crystal Harrell @ 757-875-1525 for more information and/or any questions.

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