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Sweet Tea and Barley, Williamsburg, VA

Sweet Tea and Barley

4.4
4.4
177 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 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
  • 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

  • Sweet Tea & Barley Memorial Day Patio Celebration

    US$0.00 - US$50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 26, 2025 only
    Join us on the patio at Sweet Tea & Barley for a festive Memorial Day celebration. Enjoy a pre-paid, family-friendly outdoor dining event featuring live music, lawn games, and cornhole Monday, May 26, 2025 4-8 p.m. Adults (ages 11 and above) $50, Youth (ages 3-10) $25, plus tax and gratuity. Children ages 0-2 eat free. A prepaid reservation is required. For reservations, call 1-888-447-8679 or book online. Weather permitting.
    Sweet Tea & Barley Memorial Day Patio Celebration photo

Menu

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What 177 people are saying

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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Williamsburg

    Good for groups

  • Williamsburg

    Hot spot

  • Williamsburg

    Romantic

  • Williamsburg

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sweet Tea and Barley offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and excellent service." The atmosphere is lively, often featuring live jazz music that enhances the festive vibe. Guests appreciate the accommodating staff and extensive menu, including gluten-free options. The "fried shrimp starter" and "Brussels sprouts are a must."

177 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    There seemed to be an ignorance/inability to flex- couldn’t adjust temperature of restaurant, couldn’t offer a side salad of mixed greens, couldn’t let us sit by the fireplace for dessert (“those seats are reserved” ) but we then went and sat at the bar and no one sat in the chairs by the fireplace. Too bad.

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  2. Danielle

    Fayetteville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    When we arrived, we asked for valet service and ended up parking around vehicle, which we thought was very strange upon entering. The hostess wasn’t very friendly and it took a very long time to get seated when we had a reservation the lighting I think could use some work. It was very poor lighting. Food and waitress were amazing! Couldn’t have asked for a better waitress, her name was Jessica. We absolutely loved how helpful she was. It was our first time and she went above and beyond. The food was excellent quality and hot.

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  3. Carol

    VIP

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed several cocktails and beer before dinner. We shared the pork belly, Caesar salad and shrimp and grits. We really liked the shrimp and grits.

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  4. Jenna

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was exceptional!!! This is our favorite spot when we visit Colonial Williamsburg ❤️

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  5. Lee

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Valentine’s Day dinner. Great time. Great environment. Great service and really neat location. I will be back.

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  6. Peter

    VIP

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wasn’t expecting much but very delighted at the food and service. The fried catfish breading was delicious as were the varied cocktails. Chris was a great waitress!

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  7. Harry

    VIP

    Richmond

    29 reviews

    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This restaurant has reasonable food and very good wait staff. What it needs is a makeover, fresh coat of paint and new furniture. It desperately needs a refresh.

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  8. J

    VIP

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have to be gluten free, and they accommodate it beautifully.

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  9. Marlene

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Upon arriving at the Sweet Tea and Barley, we were warmly greeted and welcomed. We were seated by the window which was very comfortable. Our waitress, Shannon, was very attentive and informative of the dishes My husband chose the catfish dinner and I chose the the short rib dinner. Both were very good. All in all, the restaurant which is just inside the Williamsburg Lodge, was very good. We would definitely eat there again.

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  10. Dale

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jessica was our server on two separate evenings. She did a great job. The food was great: appetizers — Fried Pickles, Crispy Brussel Sprouts; dinner entrees — Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya (Monday special), Fried Catfish with Hoppin’ John and Collards.

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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 177 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 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 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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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