Sweet Tea and Barley

Name: Sweet Tea and Barley
Address: 310 S. England St, Williamsburg, VA, United States, 23185
Telephone: (757) 220-7688
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (205)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

310 S. England St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

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2 people

Jun 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for live music

Southern hospitality shines through with the familiar, yet innovative, cuisine and casual atmosphere of Sweet Tea & Barley in the Williamsburg Lodge. From fresh salads, to perfect pub bites, to satisfying sandwiches, it’s the place to gather for a good time. Drinks are crafted by hand, and local ingredients highlight the true spirit of the area. Drop in and sit a spell at the bar and lounge area, or take it outside to the patio for a cocktail where laughter and lively conversation fill the air.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(757) 220-7688
Website
http://www.colonialwilliamsburghotels.com/dining/sweet-tea-barley/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Justin Haynes

Location
310 S. England St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Neighborhood
Colonial Williamsburg
Cross street
Francis Street
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sweet Tea & Barley Labor Day Patio Celebration
$0.00 - $45.00 per person
Prepaid
Aug 30, 2025 only
Labor Day Patio Celebration 5pm– 9pm Saturday August 30th, 2025 Adult|$45 | Children 3-10 | $20 Plus Tax and Gratuity *Prepaid Reservation Required* Join Us for A Labor Day Celebration on The Patio at Sweet Tea & Barley Featuring Live Music and Summer Games Non-Alcoholic Beverages Included Mixed Fruit Potato Salad Macaroni Salad Deviled Eggs Grilled Herb Marinated Beef Tenders Chimichurri Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes Grilled Hotdogs & Hamburgers Buns, Ketchup, Mustard, Onions, Cheddar Cheese American Cheese, Relish, Sport Peppers, Tomatoes Lettuce, Pickles, Roasted Garlic Aioli Grilled & Smoked BBQ Chicken Thighs & Drums Garlic Honey Shrimp Baked Mac & Cheese Honey Cornbread Sauteed Broccolini Assorted Desserts

What 205 people are saying

Sweet Tea and Barley reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Williamsburg
Good for groups
Williamsburg
Healthy
Williamsburg
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sweet Tea and Barley offers a charming Southern ambiance with "attentive service" and "thoughtfully prepared food." Guests appreciate the "delicious Mason Dixon dessert" and "excellent crab soup." The restaurant's cozy setting and friendly staff make it "a spot worth returning to" for both locals and visitors.

205 Reviews

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Peggy
Virginia3 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
First impression, the host was not welcoming at all when we first walked up. She sat us at a small table that with a sticky table top. Again, no real welcome or customer service present with her. Definitely not a southern hospitality feel. However, the server, Edmond, was very welcoming, gave us lots of great recommendations and was very thorough even going to the kitchen when we asked what the special butter for the biscuits was. He wanted to make sure he gave us the right name. He had great customer service. But overall, the ambience, and I guess the first impression, sticky tables etc was disappointing. Will not return.
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Carol
Charlotte2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their Mason Dixon dessert was delicious! Excellent crab soup.
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Kathleen
Virginia1 review
3.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food wasn’t hot, hamburger & hot dog buns were hard. The desserts were good.
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kevin
Virginia3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Sweet Tea & Barley offers a welcoming Southern atmosphere with attentive service and thoughtfully prepared food. The ambiance is both cozy and stylish, making it perfect for a relaxed dining experience. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, it’s a spot worth returning to.
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Wayne
Virginia2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I guess I was expecting more of a semi private dining experience. It was loud and very open. My table was located at the entrance very loud. The food was above average. I had been given a Marriott gift card from my kids. I was told from a different Marriott property that I could use it at this restaurant, only to find out the Lodge is a Marriott property but apparently the restaurant is not. That was disappointing. Would not accept my gift card . Overall not a great experience. My waitress was exceptional though.
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Rebecca
Virginia50 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The white bean and kale soup was spectacular! The wedge salad was so so. The dressing was thick with little flavor. My husband has a burger that was very good. Fries were very fresh. Service was attentive.
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Cheryl VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server Edmund was courteous and helpful food was delish
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Suellen
Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The music was much TOO LOUD!!! We were in the garden room and screaming to hear each other!!! Please, please, please turn down the volume!!! We enjoyed our dinner when the musicians took breaks!!
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Wanda VIP
Coastal Georgia7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time at Sweet Tea and Barley. My sister and I met there with our husbands. It took us an hour to get there each and it was well worth it. The place was beautiful. The staff were wonderful and the food was delicious. We’ve decided we are going to make this a yearly meeting place.
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Mark
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had lunch here with my daughter to celebrate her birthday. The service was relaxed but impeccable, the food served hot and delicious, and the quiet, elegant setting was perfect for conversation. We'll definitely be back!
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FAQs

Sweet Tea and Barley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 220-7688.

Sweet Tea and Barley is rated 4.4 stars by 205 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

310 S. England St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Francis Street
Neighborhood
Colonial Williamsburg
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Justin Haynes
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.colonialwilliamsburghotels.com/dining/sweet-tea-barley/
Phone number
(757) 220-7688

Sweet Tea and Barley

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Sweet Tea & Barley Labor Day Patio Celebration

Menu

What 205 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Sweet Tea and Barley offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

Dining areas

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