Red, Hot and Blue
Red, Hot and Blue serves authentic southern cuisine and barbecue in a relaxed, friendly environment. Prices are inexpensive at the Red, Hot and Blue, which boasts an extensive menu. Its meat is hickory smoked for 12 to 14 hours before it's served. Try the pulled chicken salad, traditional chili, St. Louis-style ribs, beef brisket platter (comes with baked beans and coleslaw), Memphis half chicken or a pulled pork barbecue sandwich. Desserts are a must, with such delights as a peanut butter pie or fruit cobbler. Red, Hot and Blue is a great place for a hearty meal after a day out mountain biking in Chippokes Plantation State Park.
Red, Hot and Blue
1622 Richmond Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 259-1670
redhotandblue.com
Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que
Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que restaurant, which opened in 1971, serves an extensive menu of barbecue dishes in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. At Pierce's, you can choose from barbecue sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs and chicken dishes, grilled barbecued chicken salad, chicken sandwiches and more, many with Pierce's special sauce. This spot also offers a wide selection of side dishes, such as coleslaw, onion rings, macaroni and cheese, southern-style collards and hush puppies.
Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que
447 East Rochambeau
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 565-2955
pierces.com
Chowning's Tavern
Chowning's Tavern is located in Colonial Williamsburg's historic village; therefore, it's styled after an 18th century pub, complete with serving wenches and period musicians. The menu is small, but there are several good barbecue choices. Try the Virginia-style pork barbecue, Josiah's barbecued rib bits or the Carolina-style pork barbecue on a bun. Chowning's Tavern features a fun atmsophere, as there's live music and waitresses teaching you 18th century games while they serve. Don't miss the tavern's specialty drinks, such as Witches' Revenge (rum, apple brandy and pineapple juice) or Market Square Sunset (rum, orange, pineapple, and cherry juice). Chowning's Tavern is a great place to relax after a day kayaking on the River York. Reservations are recommended.
Chowning's Tavern
109 East Duke of Gloucester St.
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 229-2141
colonialwilliamsburgresort.com/dining/chownings
