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Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA

Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9
4.9
9231 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 9,231 people are saying

Le Yaca - Williamsburg reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Overall

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Best Service

  • Virginia

    Best Ambiance

  • Williamsburg

    Best Overall

  • Williamsburg

    Best Food

  • Williamsburg

    Best Service

  • Williamsburg

    Best Ambiance

  • Williamsburg

    Best Value

  • Williamsburg

    Good for groups

  • Williamsburg

    Healthy

  • Williamsburg

    Neighborhood gem

  • Williamsburg

    Great for fine wines

  • Williamsburg

    Romantic

  • Williamsburg

    Good for special occasions

  • Williamsburg

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Yaca in Williamsburg offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, great service" and a "very welcoming ambiance." This French restaurant is a favorite for special occasions, boasting "outstanding" prix fixe menus and a "romantic atmosphere." Dine here and enjoy "perfectly cooked and presented food" with attentive service.
9,231 Reviews
  1. Deborah VIP

    Richmond15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal at Le Yaca! Took a friend for lunch today who had never dined there. I we both had the fixed price 3 course offering. She had the Beef Wellington with the soup of the day. I had the salad with the Crab Cake entree. Both meals were absolutely delicious & beautifully plated. I like the fact this French Restaurant serves not only great food but good portions; not like some of the places that server small plates. My friend & I both took home our dessert for a perfect snack after dinner! Can't wait to go back again & my friend took pictures of our food & he's excited about visiting soon.

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  2. Carolyn

    Richmond9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Le Yaca has a lovely ambiance, and the food tastes good. Our server Gayle was very kind and joyful. Our first visit was after recommendations from a friend, and they did not disappoint.

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  3. Joyce VIP

    Pittsburgh71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    French onion soup is very flavorful without the gooey cheese common in most standard French Onion soup. Beef Wellington was tender with crisp pastry sauced with peppercorn sauce. Delicious. Seafood Coquille was loaded with seafood sauce with veloutte sauce gratined. Lemon mousse with almond crust and raspberry coulis was light fresh and a great finish to a delicious meal.

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  4. Robert VIP

    Greater Boston68 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oh what a wonderful evening The ambience, the service and the food were just perfect Easily one of the best meals I have ever had in Williamsburg. If you visit Williamsburg, this is not to be missed. Easily one of the top 2 restaurants in the area

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  5. Pamela

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Our server, Minh was wonderful as always. Le Yaca always delivers!

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  6. Cindy VIP

    Richmond15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are great fans, and loyal customers, of LaYaca. The food and wait staff are always EXCELLENT! However, our one frustration is the "check in"process. We always make reservations well in advance; and always arrive on time. However, almost without exception, there is a lengthy discussion between the hostess and the person who actually escorts us to our table. Today we waited more than five minutes for the "escort" to decide where to seat us, obviously challenging the seat assignment made by the hostess. This should never be a discussion when the customer is left waiting to be seated. And, I repeat, this happens almost every time we go. Our server, Gail, is tremendous and the food is always spectacular Just fix the issue at the hostess desk!

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  7. Vivian

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate at the Bar, it was wonderful and the Bartender was superb as usual! All the staff is friendly. The food is the best in town always fresh and my compliments to the Chef & Staff . Vivianne

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  8. Giuseppe VIP

    Richmond7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall amazing food and service. Love this restaurant

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  9. James

    Dallas28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall ! Great service, and amazing food

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  10. Janice VIP

    Richmond64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating my birthday and we were seated at the exact table we requested. The cocktails and food were all excellent. Our server Charles was efficient and didn't make us feel rushed but didn't keep us waiting either. We were too full for dessert but Charles brought a tiny dessert to the table with two spoons and a birthday candle. So very thoughtful!

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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 9231 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 41 times today
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
  • Neighborhood
    Williamsburg
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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