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  Williamsburg, Virginia, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the mid-Atlantic, and as you would expect with any tourist town, there are many dining options there. From three-course fine dining to local barbecue joints, Williamsburg has plenty of palette-pleasing restaurants to choose from.
  
  

The Williamsburg Inn

• If you are looking for a more refined experience, sample the fare at The Williamsburg Inn. There are three dining rooms available, the Regency Room and Rockefeller Room for formal dining and the Terrace Room for an upscale casual lunch. There is a three-course menu available for dinner and an extensive wine list. In the Regency Room, jackets are required for dinner, and wearing jeans is not permitted.
  
  The Williamsburg Inn
  136 E. Francis St.
  Williamsburg, VA 23185
  757-229-2141
  colonialwilliamsburgresort.com
  
  

Fat Canary

• The Fat Canary provides a relaxed atmosphere with modern American cuisine. The menu is seasonal, so there is a constant change to the dishes available. Samples from the menu include foie gras on hazelnut toast, lobster macaroni and cheese, and pan-seared monkfish with lemon and fennel risotto. A vast wine list complements the adventurous menu.
  
  Fat Canary
  410 W. Duke of Gloucester St.
  Williamsburg, VA
  757-229-3333
  fatcanarywilliamsburg.com
  
  

Blue Talon Bistro

• The Blue Talon Bistro is a casual dining restaurant that serves a variety of both classic and creative dishes. French wings (frog legs) are available as an appetizer, and there are several charcuterie options as well as a selection of entrees, such as lamb shank, grilled swordfish and meatloaf. Blue Talon Bistro is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serves brunch on Sundays.
  
  Blue Talon Bistro
  420 Prince George St.
  Williamsburg, VA 23185
  757-476-2583
  bluetalonbistro.com
  
  

Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que

• Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que is a local favorite. Pierce's serves pulled pork sandwiches, burgers, grilled barbecued chicken, ribs and a full accompaniment of traditional sides, such as corn bread, collard greens, potato salad and hush puppies. Pierce's is open for lunch and dinner and offers carry out.
  
  Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que
  447 E. Rochambeau
  Williamsburg, VA 23185
  757-565-2955
  pierces.com