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Sweet Tea and Barley, Williamsburg, VA

Sweet Tea and Barley

4.5
4.5
147 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
A photo of Sweet Tea and Barley restaurant

Sweet Tea and Barley

4.5
$30 and under
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
Colonial Williamsburg

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • 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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

  • Valentine's Day at Sweet Tea & Barley

    US$80.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with an exquisite four-course dinner at Sweet tea & Barley, where our culinary team has crafted a menu designed to delight. Enjoy a romantic evening with your special someone in the warm, inviting ambiance of the Williamsburg Lodge. This luxurious dining experience is available for $80.00 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made through OpenTable or by calling 1-855-318-5030. *Full Sweet Tea & Barley Menu available in Addition to Special Menu*

Menu

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What 147 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 recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Lively

  • Williamsburg

    Good for groups

  • Williamsburg

    Healthy

  • Williamsburg

    Great for fine wines

  • Williamsburg

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Williamsburg

    Romantic

  • Williamsburg

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sweet Tea and Barley offers a "delicious, fresh, and well-made" dining experience with a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and varied menu, including standout dishes like shrimp and grits, crab soup, and the fried chicken thigh. The restaurant's "great location" and cozy ambiance make it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.

147 Reviews

  1. Nancy

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was the perfect meal for later in evening. Our server,Nikki, was friendly and helpful with the menu. Great suggestions with the Shrimp and Grits and chicken. Just a really pleasant experience. We will return

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  2. Rusty

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Specialty drinks were very excellent. Be aware the smoked prime rib comes out cold, it is smoked not baked. Fried pickles were a hit with everyone. These were cut into chips and fried. Drumstick starter were as large as I've ever seen. Good selections for the Vegan and lactose i intolerant Biscuits were huge, get 3 as a starter. We cut them in half Service was very good as we had 6 people on a very busy night. Enjoyed the live music (We were there on a Saturday night)

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  3. Jo

    Baltimore

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely way to unwind after a day of exploring and an evening program.

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  4. Rebecca

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    are here on thanksgiving but off the regular menu. Chicken was bitter tasting, pimento cheese looked off putting to me. It looked like rice. Just not our cup of tea

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  5. chrissa

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at Sweet Tea & Barley. We went to dinner there on a Saturday night and sat in the bar/ounge area. They had a band playing Jazz music, TV's to watch college football, great service and food! Highly recommend.

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  6. Sandra

    Richmond

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal at Sweet Tea and Barley. We are local and try to get in every other week. Food portions are great, lovely atmosphere and waitstaff. My husband loves the burgers and I go for the BBQ! Yum. Can be a bit noisy eating in the bar area on weekends, so we ask for the Garden Room. A lot quieter there.

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  7. Shannon

    Richmond

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Only downside was there were several events going on at the Lodge so there was no parking or valet service. Even with a reservation, we had to park several blocks away and walk back. Appeared to only be one waitress working taking orders in the Lounge area so service was mediocre. But in her defense it was very busy.

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  8. Crystal

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, perfect for an hour of good service and good conversation. Don’t leave without trying the biscuits!!

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  9. Alex

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu, great location and service was fantastic.

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  10. J Scott

    Oklahoma City

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Had dinner in the bar area. Cozy atmosphere.

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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 4.5 stars by 147 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Sweet Tea and Barley restaurant

Sweet Tea and Barley

4.5
$30 and under
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
Colonial Williamsburg

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sweet Tea and Barley

310 S. England St, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Francis Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Colonial Williamsburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (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
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