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Le Yaca - Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA

Le Yaca - Williamsburg

4.9
4.9
9224 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 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
    (757) 220-3616
  • Website
    http://www.leyacawilliamsburg.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    1430 High Street Suite 801, Williamsburg, VA 23185
  • 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

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What 9,224 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

Noise • Moderate

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.

9,224 Reviews

  1. Cindy VIP

    Richmond15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined today

    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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  2. Vivian

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day 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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  3. Giuseppe VIP

    Richmond7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day 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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  4. James VIP

    Dallas28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

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

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  5. Janice VIP

    Richmond64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  6. Margaret

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The crab and lobster tail entree was out of this world delicious. Dessert was devine. As always the food and service was excellent!

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  7. Lewis

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Great mean, great service, great evening. We did the three course meal and enjoyed every bite~

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  8. Richard VIP

    Richmond210 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great value on the lunch menu! My thinly pounded chicken with lemon, butter, capers was a guilty pleasure! My wife enjoyed her pork/porc. The salad and desserts always complement a perfect meal! Ian was a great server!

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  9. Arlene

    Richmond1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was prepared with care and served in a timely manner. The staff were pleasant and genuinely wanted to please. My waiter Ian was new and needed a little polish but he was cheerful and very nice. The staff worked as a team to serve the guests so they quietly made up for his inexperience with deft competence! I loved my food, I cleaned my plate and the wine was truly exceptional. If you haven't been, you simply must! One of the best birthday brunches!

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  10. Linda

    Wilmington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience and excellent food.

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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 9224 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 PM
Booked 53 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Website
    http://www.leyacawilliamsburg.com/
  • Phone number
    (757) 220-3616
  • 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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