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Oceans & Ale

5601-1 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA
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Ranked #40 of 262 restaurants in Williamsburg
Price range: ₹463 - ₹1,388
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse, Bar
Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Philadelphia
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46 reviews 46 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We were in Williamsburg with our 2 kids (10 &7) and we alsway like to go to places that are good and casual. The concierge at our hotel recommended this place and he said it had everything and was very kid friendly. We pulled up and it was in a strip mall right by the outlets. There was a 45... More

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Hampton, Virginia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

worth a trip - we had fish and it was properly prepared - often a rarity -sides were more than adequate.

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southeast us
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77 reviews 77 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Started with the crab & guacamole ap w/pita wedges. Even my 9 year old who doesn't normally care for guac. liked it. The fish & chips were well done--light, crunchy breading. Jumbo scallops (ordered off the fresh catch board) were nicely seared & two sides were yummy. Kids menu is normal fare plus popcorn shrimp or fish & chips. Ours... More

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Naples, FL
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23 reviews 23 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We all had the fresh fish listed on the blackboard, and it was good. It was not something that was incredibly different or outstanding, but the fish was prepared properly and we enjoyed our meal. The waitress was attentive and accommodating. Definitely a good place to go if you are shopping at the outlet malls.

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See 2 more reviews by PeskyMom for Williamsburg
Toronto, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This was about the only option to fast-food at the Williamsburg Premium Outlets, but the food was so much better than we expected ... two of us had fish & chips, which was light & not over-breaded, the wedge potatoes (not fries) were great, the cheeseburger rivalled the best fancy burger restaurants locally, the seafood mac & cheese was really... More

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Amarillo, Texas
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Worst part was the wait but it was a Friday night and it seems like this is a place the locals really like. Quality of food was excellent. We started with the crab balls then ordered fresh fish off the blackboard. Swordfish, Tuna and Mahi Mahi were our selections and they were served with a fresh salad and two sides....all... More

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Eaton Rapids, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We saved up the whole week just knowing we were going to spend an evening here at O & A. I am an ale connoisseur so I was looking forward to the selection which was awesome. We all had seafood and all four of us were absolutely raving about the food and the service. Oceans and Ale was one of... More

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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79 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

After receiving great reviews form a few friends we decided to give Oceans and Ale a try for dinner. When we arrived we were greeted by a friendly hostess who directed us to a booth in the crowded dining room. We wanted to sit outside in the attractive patio area but it was filled with smokers which took away that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013 via mobile

amazing meal and service. Family friendly. I had the bbq shrimp burrito mmmmmmmmmmm. My husband had mahi blackened. Even the caesar salad dressing was fantastic!! I wish I could take this restaurant home with me!

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Mechanicsburg, PA
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54 reviews 54 reviews
39 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Nothing fancy, nothing spectacular, but good bar food. The Fish and Chips as well as the onion rings are our favorites here; however, we have never been disappointed with any of our choices. The staff is friendly and place is clean. This is a good place for a bite to eat when one wants to take a break from shopping... More

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