5 Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Lightfoot

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1. Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9

Exceptional(9220)

Price: Expensive

• French • Williamsburg

Booked 44 times today

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

2. Fat Canary

4.9

Exceptional(4917)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Williamsburg

Booked 7 times today

This high-energy bistro took over as Williamsburg's best restaurant as soon as it opened in 2003. The sophisticated but relaxed dining room has an open kitchen, which uses fresh, local ingredients for its creative American fare. Reservations for the dining room and the bar are recommended and may be made up to 61 days in advance. Open daily for dinner, a reservationist is available during the day to take reservations by phone. All reservations are for Fat Canary. Downstairs at Fat Canary is no reservations and is a same day, in-person check-in for our waitlist.

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3. Terrace Room at the Williamsburg Inn

4.4

Awesome(868)

Price: Expensive

• American • Colonial Williamsburg

Booked 4 times today

For parties larger than 4, please call for reservations 1-888-447-8679. Relaxed yet luxurious, The Terrace and Goodwin Rooms retain The Williamsburg Inn’s charm and sophistication while serving up contemporary expressions of American classics. At breakfast in the Terrace Room or Goodwin Room, enjoy Chef’s morning amuse-bouche to jumpstart your day, followed by a two-course prix-fixe menu featuring new creative dishes and showcasing seasonal signatures dishes.Dress: Resort Casual Dine with us in comfort! You are on vacation! Dress preference includes shirts, polos, blouses, dresses, skirts, slacks, jeans and shorts.Footwear includes shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers, and sandals. Please refrain from wearing flip flops and sportswear.

4. Cochon on 2nd

4.7

Exceptional(2849)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Williamsburg

Booked 11 times today

With innovative cuisine, genuine hospitality and a welcoming atmosphere, Cochon on 2nd is a place where fine cuisine meets approachable comforts. We work hard to find the perfect selection of ingredients that create a memorable dining experience. Our chef-driven restaurant, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, offers rotating menus of food creations that make this a top choice when dining in the Hampton Roads area. Our unique concept is perfect for both special occasions and everyday dining.Whether you’re planning a family dinner, a night out with friends, or a gastronomy treat for out-of-town guests, we believe Cochon on 2nd will become your favorite dining destination.

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5. Waypoint Seafood & Grill

4.4

Awesome(813)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Williamsburg

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to WaypointWaypoint is located in Williamsburg’s Quarterpath Crossing at the intersection of Kingsmill and Route 199, next to the Harris Teeter. The interior décor is polished casual, featuring original works from regional artists – highlighting the Tidewater influence.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Yaca - Williamsburg

2. Fat Canary

3. Terrace Room at the Williamsburg Inn

4. Cochon on 2nd

5. Waypoint Seafood & Grill

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