Christiana Campbell's Tavern

Name: Christiana Campbell's Tavern
Address: 101 S Waller St, Williamsburg, VA, United States, 23185
Telephone: (855) 546-7748
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3483 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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For parties larger than 6, please call for reservations (888)-447-8679 .
Not much has changed since George Washington frequented Campbell’s Tavern for its delicious seafood in the 18th century. Dig in to locally sourced shrimp, scallops, and fish, and be sure to try Christiana’s famous Crab Cakes, Fried Chicken, Sweet Potato Muffins and Spoon Bread.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

10:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Phone number
(855) 546-7748
Website
http://www.colonialwilliamsburghotels.com/dining/christiana-campbells-tavern/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
101 S Waller St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Neighborhood
Colonial Williamsburg
Parking details
None
Additional
Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Wine

Popular dishes

A Green Pease Soup without Meat$8.00
when your pease are boil'd…add a little mint, young pease and neatly cut toast
Lettuces from the Garden$11.00
Dressed with ver jus and the finest Italian oil
Crimp'd Cod in the Dutch Manner$15.00
cut cod in thin slices; put in boiling salt water…garnish with parsley shallots good oil, mustard and vinegar
To Pot Salmon a Second Way$14.00
cold salmon put in a mortar with butter; put it in a pot; Shread fennel very small, season it high
To Fry Lobsters$28.00
make a batter of cream, eggs, flour & salt, dip them in and fry…beat butter up thick with claret and orange juice…pour on the sauce

Oysters

On the Half Shell$18.00
mushroom catsup & allegar mignonette/nasturtium
To Fry$18.00
beat the yolks of two eggs, add to it a little nutmeg…a spoonful of flour & a little salt…dip your oysters & fry them
A Ragoo Of$18.00
put in your stew pan, butter, oysters, liquor, cream…shallot shred fine and ham…shake till 'tis thick

Made Dishes

Mrs. Campbells Fried Chicken$29.00
marinate your chicken after it is clean of feathers…dip't in flour strewn with salt pepper…fried quickly Serv'd up with good ham
Crab Cakes$44.00
when boil'd clean the best flakes from the crab, add to it egg, onions shred fine, bread crumbs & season it well
To Butter Crabs$46.00
heat it in a little wine, some pepper, salt and nutmeg a few crumbs of bread, a good piece of butter
To Fry Fish$36.00
the great art of frying fish is to have it free from grease… the fish should be dipped in egg, then in bread crumbs
A Seafood Pye$48.00
make a good crust…boil two pounds of fish add to it scallops, shrimp and lobster in the same manner, send to table with gravy
Chowder, A Sea Dish$42.00
take any kind of firm fish, cut it in pieces six inches long, cover a Dutch oven with salt pork, onion, two gills of white wine, stew in gently take it out & thicken the gravy
To Broil Beef Steaks$49.00
the best steaks are cut from the middle; let the fire be very quick; lay them in a dish & rub a bit of butter over them
Potato Dumplings in the Italian Manner$28.00
put potatoes to boil & strew with pepper and salt…roll in fine flour and cut into dumplings… send to table with pretty vegetables from the garden

What 3,483 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Most Booked

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ScottD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff bent over backwards to be attentive, responsive, and friendly. Our server, Roxana, was simply amazing with her knowledge of the food, preparation, and even about the area. There was a table where one gent was holding sway in a very loud voice telling the whole room (and likely adjacent rooms) about his new Tesla. He wasn’t aware how loud he was, but before we received our main course, his party left, and the room noise dropped by half. It does echo a lot in there but tolerable if you’re not fighting to be heard. Food was superb. My steak was outstanding, my wife’s crab cakes were huge and delicious. The wine list was very limited but our selection was great. Prices were certainly high, a bit higher than I expected given expected attire was merely business casual (and many there weren’t that dressed up!).
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Service, Exceptional Food but be warned a bit pricey.
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CliffordB
Central Texas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
The food, drinks and service were very good. The noise level was very annoying to us and to another table who got up & left. Maybe the management should seat large parties or parties with children in another area away from adults in parties of two to four. It’s definitely hard to enjoy a nice cocktail, good conversation or delicious food with a screaming toddler at the next table.
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VickiB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant and food that represents the era.
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JOHNR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
A niece change to eating. The food was flavorful but ask what splices they might have as some a strong.
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ralphm
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
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Shane
Little Rock
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Wonderful ambience with candle lights and live music.
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JanetH
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
You can't beat the Campbell Tavern for a wonderful meal and a Colonial experience as the staff moves seamlessly between being servers and providing entertainment. A wo derful evening.
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WilliamS
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were both excellent. We very much enjoyed our experience.
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PamB
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My dining experience was so enjoyable! My server Alexis was the very embodiment of southern hospitality and graciousness. My food was five star and in the period. I only wish the music would have lasted longer and would really have enjoyed a fiddler. Lastly it would be so amazing if you put outside seating where people could enjoy cocktails - a glass of wine or lemonade with small plates out on the porch and/or patio. There is nothing that fills that need in the historic area.
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Jazz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our meal was outstanding, and the service was amazing. Our server Heather was great, and the live colonial musician was so talented. I’ll definitely be going back.
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MaryB
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not just wonderful atmosphere, but the most wonderful food and service. No better place!
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VeryPleasantMeal
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed the Seafood Pie and Crab Cakes. The spoon bread is to die for! Great meal!
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WARRENR
Lake of the Ozarks
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Great service. Lovely old world atmosphere including the Irish harp playing while we enjoyed dinner.
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OpenTable Diner
Deactivated - Far North Queensland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic, charming tavern with great service and wonderful food. I had the steak dinner and others in my party had the fried fish and fried chicken. One person opted for the crab topping and there was enough to share with the others. I also had the pease soup which was excellent. We chose the apple pie for dessert and added vanilla ice cream. The pie came with cream to pour over the pie and it was all very tasty. The ice cream was amazing. If you can, request Roxie as your server. She was excellent in every way, professional, courteous and fun. We loved her.
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food fit for the period. Atmosphere was perfect.
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TonyF
Charlotte
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
The ambience is what you’re dining here for. The setting and environment is exceptional. However, the food was forgettable, probably the least favorite of all the places we ate all week. Casa Pearl, Yorktown Pub, Dog Street Pub, and Indian Fields Tavern were all much better.
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RobertK
Western NC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic meal. The waitress was great. She was informative and had a vast knowledge about the food and the tavern experience. We will definitely return.
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CYNTHIAS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christiana’s was warm, inviting, and delicious! You begin with Sweet Potato muffins. It’s like a nugget of pumpkin pie. I dined on the Fried Chicken. All pieces were very juicy. Remember, these are Colonial times, do not expect multi-seasoned skin. It’s delightfully crunchy but it’s meant to keep the chicken from becoming dry. The mushroom vegetable medley was a perfect companion to the chicken. The sweet tea is wonderful. The service perfect. Enjoy your dining experience as you transport back in time.
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CurtR
Central Coast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Overall a very nice and historic experience. More care needs to be taken in food preparation. I was surprised to have sand or grit in my salad.
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RonM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An absolutely wonderful experience. A traditional meal of the 18th century. A musical presentation and wonderful cocktails to round it out.
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BobS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Take a step back in time and enjoy an authentic Colonial dinner. Food, entertainment, setting all authentic. Wonderful experience.
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DeniseB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the waiter very attentive.
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TomfromFL
Richmond
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were pleasantly amazed at the quality of the food. This is an historic tavern so there was some re-enactment going on, which was informative.
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JimE
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time. The food was great. Our waitress was excellent and we are glad to be able to come back to Christiana Campbell..
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KayL
Raleigh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an excellent meal. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Our waitress was delightful.
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CathyP
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a treat. Great experience at Christiana Campbell’s Tavern. So much history and fun here! We were especially thankful to have a server that looked out for our list of food allergens, always letting us know what was safe to eat and/or share at the table. The food was delicious and the service was superb. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you!
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BethZ
Las Vegas
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Well to start off a lot has changed since the pandemic. This includes colonial tavern dining. No extras! No story telling or strolling musicians during your dinner. Also no potatoes, what is that about ? Not everyone cares for spoon bread yuck! Don’t need to go back for a long time!
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KathyC
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dining experience. Food outstanding and waiter exceptional!
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Patti
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fabulous! I got the seafood pie, so good. My husband got the steak dinner, said it was ok. I truly enjoyed my food. Thanks for a great eating experience, our last night in Williamsburg. 🥰👍
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JeffC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great authentic food, staff in period costume, friendly, realistic and historic setting.
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1sttimeguest
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the delicious authentic dishes while listening to time period music being played room to room by a colonial musician. My kids loved their food and punch drinks. Our server was friendly as were all the tavern staff. The prices are a bit higher than we prefer for a family outing, but the experience was one of a kind. Highly recommend.
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DarylL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wait staff was exceptional. Food was very good recommend the fish , it was done to perfection. Desert was awesome as well.
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Johnkc
New York Area
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an exceptional meal and the service was great
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Grampa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Soup was luke warm. No bread was served which is a normal item to be offered with a meal and always was in the past(sweet potato muffins & baby biscuits)Meat was flavorless. Did not appear to have any seasonings added. “Roasted “ vegetables were virtually raw as were the green beans. Have eaten at Christiana Campbell’s for almost 40 years whenever we visit Williamsburg. Always looked forward to the dining experience they provided. Does not appear that past quality is any longer applicable. Very disappointing experience.
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KimR
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reservations are a must. We had reservations for 6:30 and were sat on time. Hostess was friendly and we were sat in a room with about 6 other tables, mostly made up of couples. As stated in other comments, it does get loud but not overtly. Food was excellent, there was a bit of a wait for our cocktails and our service overall was very good. I would also recommend eating later to get the full experience with eating at the tavern. Period music performed by a skilled musician was a very nice touch. Also, it is true that the prices are lofty but that’s due to the tavern being located in Colonial Williamsburg and the experience of dining “in” the 18th century.
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Geo19335
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food was very good but on the expensive side. The period entertainment was a nice touch.
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RobertW
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We loved the authenticity of the Tavern from the decor and dress of the staff to the music and menu! The food was absolutely delicious! It was exciting to eat in the same space George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and others did,.. eating the same food! (Only negative was the price,..it’s sadly quite expensive.)
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Robert
Omaha
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amanda was our server. She answered all our questions about the menu items and made good suggestions. She also pointed out gluten-free options which are very important for us. Our dinner was terrific!
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BrianS
Western NC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Authentic feel and ambiance. The menu never disappoints and the food is so so good. Bartender makes a great mint julep!
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FAQs

Christiana Campbell's Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 3483 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

10:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Google Map for Christiana Campbell's Tavern

101 S Waller St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Colonial Williamsburg
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://www.colonialwilliamsburghotels.com/dining/christiana-campbells-tavern/
Phone number
(855) 546-7748

Christiana Campbell's Tavern

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

A Seafood Pye

Crab Cakes

Fried Chicken

Menu

Good Corner Dishes

A Green Pease Soup without Meat$8.00

Lettuces from the Garden$11.00

Crimp'd Cod in the Dutch Manner$15.00

To Pot Salmon a Second Way$14.00

To Fry Lobsters$28.00

Oysters

On the Half Shell$18.00

To Fry$18.00

A Ragoo Of$18.00

Made Dishes

Mrs. Campbells Fried Chicken$29.00

Crab Cakes$44.00

To Butter Crabs$46.00

To Fry Fish$36.00

A Seafood Pye$48.00

Chowder, A Sea Dish$42.00

To Broil Beef Steaks$49.00

Potato Dumplings in the Italian Manner$28.00

What 3,483 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

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Is Christiana Campbell's Tavern currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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