Dine in the style of a 1750s cafe at Shields Tavern, a favorite dining and attraction stop for Williamsburg visitors. Authentic recipes from colonial Virginia are served, and entertainers in period costume add to the authentic flair of the 18th century coffeehouse and diner. You'll dine by candlelight at Shields Tavern, where care has been taken to ensure that you are completely immersed in the customs of colonial America in the mid-1700s.
In the evening, part of Shields Tavern is transformed into a comfortable bar that maintains its authenticity to the fare of colonial Virginia. Some favorites at Shields Tavern include sausage & cheese platters, sandwiches, homemade biscuits, soup of the day, baked goods, coffee and cold beverages. The tavern is popular with Williamsburg visitors, so be sure you take the time to discover the charm of the authentic colonial Shields Tavern.
