Christiana Campbell’s Tavern

Christiana Campbell’s Tavern

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  • Family Friendly

George Washington’s favorite for good reason.

Christiana Campbell’s Tavern is currently opened, Tuesday – Saturday from 4 pm – 8pm.

George Washington frequented Christiana Campbell’s Tavern for its delicious seafood in the 18th century. Lively conversation and learned discussion have returned to Campbell’s Tavern. We are looking forward to welcoming back guests this spring to enjoy our historically inspired, locally acquired menu of shrimp, scallops, and fish, and of course our world-renowned crab cakes and spoon bread.

*Campbell’s Tavern is not ADA-accessible. Please visit Chowning’s Tavern or Kings Arm’s Tavern, as both of these locations have ADA accessibility.

“The Cellar” at Christiana Campbell’s Tavern

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the convivial charm of Colonial Williamsburg’s newest walk-in experience. Nestled beneath the historic walls of Christiana Campbell’s Tavern, The Cellar invites a limited number of guests to relish an evening of authentic 18th-century ambiance.

To accompany your libations, indulge in a selection of light fare that pays homage to the culinary traditions of the past. From delicate bites to savory treats, each dish is crafted with an artisanal touch, ensuring a delightful experience for your palate.

Please note, The Cellar experience is exclusively walk-up only, adding an element of spontaneity to your visit. Seating is limited, so be sure to arrive early to secure your place in this immersive journey through time.

 

 

 

 

 

Dinner Menu

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Good Corner Dishes

  • Green Pease Soup without Meat

    9 Dictionarium Domesticum, Nathan Bailey, 1736
  • Lettuces from the Garden

    12 Inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s acclaimed 250 varieties of greens at Monticello)
  • To Roast Lobsters

    28 Inspired by The Art of Cookery Mae Plain and Easy, Hannah Glasse, 1765)

Oysters

From the waters of the Chesapeake region Mrs. Campbell’s oysters are grown in the pristine waters of Virginia. These exclusive locations continue to grace the table and were famously enjoyed by George Washington

  • On the half shell

    19 Campbell’s Tavern Original, 2022
  • Farced Oisters

    19 Inspired by, The Court and Country Cook, Massialot, 1702

Made Dishes

Mrs. Campbell kindly recommends that you may add the following to any entrée
Soup or Salad and Dessert 16 / Buttered Crab or Shrimp 22

  • Mrs. Campbells Fried Chicken

    32 A Colonial Williamsburg Favorite
  • Crab Cakes

    48 A Campbell’s Tavern Original
  • To Fry Fish

    36 Recipes from the Personal cookbook of Thomas Jefferson, beginning in 1788
  • A Seafood Pye

    52 Campbells original, inspired by The Universal Cook; Or Lady’s Complete Assistant, John Townshend, 1773
  • To Broil Beef Steaks

    58 The Lady’s Assistant, Charlotte Mason, 1777
  • Potato Dumplings in the Italian Manner

    28 A Campbell’s Tavern Original

Children

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All menu items are sent to the table with vegetables according to the proper rules of cookery Mrs. Campbell provides a soft drink or tea and ice cream as a special finish to all Young Patriots selections $17.00.

Menu

  • Hand Breaded Filet of Fish

  • To Fry Shrimp

  • Mrs. Campbell’s Fried Chicken Breast

  • Macaroni made with Cheese

Beverages

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Refreshments from the Bar and Wine Cellar

Fortified Beverages

Family Punch Bowls

  • Punch Bowls

    Bowl | 30

    Glass | 14
  • Boston Punch

    Bowl | 30

    Glass | 14
  • Laird's Punch

    Bowl | 30

    Glass | 14

Fortified Drinks

Seasonal Cocktail 15
Offered from your serve

  • Cherry Bounce

    15
  • Pringle's Potable

    14
  • Whiskey Cup

    15
  • Monticello Spritzer

    15 A Thomas Jefferson Favorite
  • Blackbeard

    14
  • Rummer

    15

Non- Fortified Drinks

Family Punch Bowls
Served in Punch Bowls for sharing, Serves 2-4
Bowl 14 ~~Glass 6

  • Colonial Shrub

    Bowl 14 ~~Glass 6
  • West Indies Punch

    Bowl 14 ~~Glass 6

Sparkling and Rosé Wines

  • Glass Bottle
  • Prosecco Bisol Jeio, Italy 12 42
  • Brut Barboursville Cuvee 1814, Virginia 65
  • Champagne Charles Heidsieck, France 80
  • Sparkling Rose Lucien Albrecht, Alsace 14 54
  • Grenache Perassol, France 11 42

White Wines

  • Glass Bottle
  • Vinho Verde Aveleda, Portugal 12 46
  • Pinot Grigio Maso Canali, Trentino, Italy 12 46
  • Sauvigon Blanc Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles, CA 13 49
  • Chardonnay Domaine Larouche, Chablis, France 88
  • Chardonnay Barboursville Vineyards, Virginia 14 54
  • Chardonnay St. Francis, Sonoma Co., CA 65
  • Riesling Williamsburg Winery, Virginia 13 49
  • Viognier Williamsburg Winery, Virginia 68
  • Terras Gauda Albarino, Spain 14 54

Red Wines

  • Glass Bottle
  • Pinot Noir Banshee, Sonoma Co., CA 14 54
  • Pinot Noir Elouan, Burgundy, France 15 58
  • Pinot Noir Boen, Sonoma Co., CA 65
  • Pinot Noir Bouchard Pere & Fils, Bourgogne, France 80
  • Gamay Louis Jadot, Beaujolais, France 13 50
  • Grenache Rouge M. Chapoutier, Cotes du Rhone 14 54
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau La Freynelle, Bordeaux, France 62
  • Cabernet Sauvignon Barboursville Vineyards, Virginia 14 54

On Draught

  • Old Stitch, Alewerks 10
  • Billsburg Lager 10
  • Superb IPA, Alewerks 10
  • Seasonal Selection 10

By the Bottle

  • Glass Bottle
  • Bold Rock Apple Hard Cider 9
  • Chowning's Root Beer Non-fortified 4
  • Sparkling Cider Non-fortified 4

Special Features from the Bar

  • Glenmorangie

    13
  • Glenfiddich

    16
  • Gentleman Jack

    13
  • Jack Daniel's Single Barrel

    14
  • Copper Fox

    13
  • Woodford Reserve

    12
  • Dewars Blended Scotch

    9
  • Jameson

    13
  • Jim Beam Rye

    9

Dessert

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Pastry and Confections

  • A Rum Cream Tart

    10 A Christiana Campbell’s Classic
  • Apple Pie

    10 The Lady’s Assistant, Charlotte Mason, 1777
  • Trifle of the Season

    10 A Christiana Campbell’s Original 2022
  • A Chocolate Cake

    10 The Practice of Cookery, Pastry, Pickling, Preserving, &c., Mrs. Frazier, 1791

The Cellar

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Menu

Family Punch Bowls

  • Oisters on the Half Shell

    9
  • Grilled Oisters

    9
  • Shrimp Another Way

    12
  • Pimento Cheese

    10
  • To Stew Pork

    15
  • Crab Cake

    20

Entrees

  • A Seafood Pye

    49 Campbells original, inspired by The Universal Cook; Or Lady’s Complete Assistant, John Townshend, 1773
  • To Broil Beef Steaks

    49 The Lady’s Assistant, Charlotte Mason, 1777)
  • Potato Dumplings in the Italian Manner

    29 A Campbell’s Tavern Original

International Women's Month

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Menu selections celebrating International Women’s Month

March 8th – 30th
Inspired and chosen from
Eliza Smiths “The Compleat Housewife, Or, Accomplished Gentlewomen’s Companion” was originally published in London in 1727 and again in Williamsburg in 1742


$28.00 ala carte
Serves Two

Shareable Appetizer Sampler

  • Oyster Loaf

  • Pickled Fish

  • Cheese Pie

Easter Brunch

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Indulge in a luxurious Easter Brunch experience at Campbell’s Tavern on March 31st.

Join us for this unforgettable Easter celebration priced at $75.00++ per person.

First Course

Select One

  • The Kings Onion Soup

  • Mrs. Campbell’s Oysters

  • Local Greens from Manakintowne

Entrees

  • Lamb Pye

  • Jumbo Lump Crab Salmagundi

  • Pappardelle

  • Pan Roasted Salmon

  • Roast Sirloin of Beef

Desserts

  • Carrot Cake

  • Lemon Meringue Tart

  • Flourless Chocolate Torte

1 Adult
0 Children