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Oceans & Ale

5601-1 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA
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Ranked #20 of 221 restaurants in Williamsburg
4.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
Price range: 8 AUD - 25 AUD
Cuisines: American, Bar, Seafood, Steakhouse
Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Cincinnati, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Following an Internet search for a lunch spot with interesting beer we made our way to an outlet mall and found Oceans and Ale. We would NEVER have stopped without the recommendations and what we would have missed! The seafood nachos were generous and tasty. They had a wide variety of beers available. The waiter was knowledgable and helpful. Members... More

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NY
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Barmaid was very friendly and helpful, beer was cold, her recommendations were spot on. I recommend this place to anybody needing a substantial meal at a reasonable price. More

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Moderately priced family restaurant. Many choices of food and drinks. Pleasant service and decor. More

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Ridgeley WV
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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After reading the good reviews on Trip Advisor, we decided to check out O&A for dinner Friday evening. Altho it was after 8, there was still a wait so we went elsewhere. Came back for a second try for lunch on Saturday. Excellent cheeseburger for the spouse, although the French fries (cute round ones) were skimpy. I had a terrific... More

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Williamsburg, VA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I (and our 11 and 14-year-old kids) had dinner on Friday evening, and the place was hopping. We arrived without reservations and had to wait about 20 minutes. We are locals but hadn't been in before, and it seems to be the place to be for Williamsburg's 40-somethings! There is a large, horseshoe shaped bar, as well... More

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New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Stopped here for lunch,after some shopping at the outlet mall.Our party of eight were seated and service could not have been better.Since we were never here before the waitress took the time to explain many of the different dishes on the menu.The seafood nachos were amazing!!!As well was the buffalo chicken cheese steak.Another great choice,A burger with She Crab Soup... More

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Caldwell, New Jersey
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012
1
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My husband and I enjoyed the food at Oceans and Ale. The drinks were good, but expensive. The onion rings are FABULOUS. I had the veggie wrap. The veggies were great, grilled and seasoned nicely. The "herb wrap" they were bundled in however was disgusting. Clearly not made on premises. My husband and I decided that the food they make... More

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

My wife and I stop by for lunch we were immediatly met at the door by a hostess. I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the waitresses along with the awesome food. I had the herb encrusted chicken (to die for) my wife had atlantic salmon, and our friend had buffalo chicken cheese steak (very unique) Needless to say awesome... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was a fabulous place to eat.......crab cakes to die for ! French fries are amazing !! The prime rib is very juicy and flavorful. Mac and Cheese....yummy !!! Fish tacos.....superb ! You have to ask for Joey. He is an awesome server....he didn't miss a beat ! We will eat here again when we come back to town in... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

Food was good. Expected larger portion sizes for the price More

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