Peking Restaurant (Williamsburg, VA)

  Authentic Chinese cuisine can be a dime a dozen in

most places, but finding that gem in the rough can be a daunting task. Many place have usually one thing that they are good for, when I go to a new Chinese restaurant I try to find that staple dish and compare it to some of the other great experiences and food I've eaten. So when searching the vast amounts of travel brochures, I came upon the Peking Restaurant which was ranked best in Williamsburg 19 years running. So with that reputation I just had to try this place out. Located near the K-mart off Bypass Rd., it can be tricky to get to so check your maps.  Needless to say I was not disappointed, there was a wide selection and variety. Everything from Mongolian BBQ (pictured first), all the way to General Tso's. You just couldn't go wrong here. I mean when you find McDonald's chicken nuggets on a all-you-can-eat buffet, then what else could be better. The food all tasted great and similar to my favorite Chinese restaurant in Roanoke, and that is saying a lot in my book. The service was very nice and attentive, and the decor was tasteful. On the devouring scale this would rank an 8, but I'm sure if I would have come during dinner it would have been a 9. There is no wonder this place was busy and has been the best for 19 years running. So let me read your fortune cookie to you....you will come and visit, and enjoy a great meal.

Chanello's Pizza (Williamsburg, VA)

Pizza, get your pizza here! Delicious pizza is another hard to find  food around the country. Many restaurant's have claimed to have the best pizza only to have the disappointing reality of not being that good.So going on a limb here my wife and I tried Chanello's in Williamsburg, VA. Located off of Richmond rd. near Chipolte, it is easily found. A small place that smelled of great pizza, and once seeing the menu I knew exactly what to order. Behold the Big Boy, a 20" hand tossed masterpiece forged from the pizza gods. Topped with pepperoni to keep it simple and analyze the taste, this pizza was huge. The taste was that of one great pizza, and what a pizza. The crust was slightly sweet and perfect, sauce was right on target and not spicy,and pepperoni was that of good quality. All this packed into the Big Boy box which has a team lift caution on the side, what more can you ask for? The service was very friendly and wait time for this monster was only 12 min. The price was fitting and slices were the size of shih tzus. After writing this it makes me want another, but sadly there are none in Roanoke. So if you are in the mood for a good pie in ye olde Williamsburg, drop in and behold the wonderment of the Big Boy.

Plaza Azteca (Williamsburg, VA)

Sometimes it is hard to come by a truly great Mexican restaurant, but this place is nicely done. While in Willimsburg Virginia, my wife and I stumbled upon this place when looking for an early dinner. Located on High St. off of Richmond Rd., you can smell the food from the road. Like the many other Mexican restaurants I have eaten at there are complimentary chips, salsa, and white sauce. All have a wonderful taste and not too spicy. The main dish pictured below is Pollo Azteca, a dish with chicken  covered in cheese dip, spinach, onions, and mushrooms. Paired with rice and refried beans this dish is to die for. Taste wise everything was perfect, and the real rave of this dish is the beans. They had a taste that is indescribable, so much you should just go and eat them to taste all the deliciousness. The food was beautifully plated and the service was immaculate. The inside of the restaurant was tastefully decorated and felt like a true Mexican hacienda. Ranking a 9 on the devouring scale, this is a no pass up place if you are in Williamsburg. So strap on your revolutionary garb and grub in this wonderful Williamsburg establishment.

Chili's (Williamsburg, VA)

Yummy... Chili's, of the major food chains this is always a staple of good food no matter where you go (except Staunton, VA). Usually when out of town I try to visit this place because it has no signs of life in the Roanoke Valley. A great starter is the bottomless chips and salsa with a big cup of ranch, this can be a meal in itself. A great entree would be the one pictured above. The honey chipolte chicken crispers, fries, and ear of buttery corn make the taste buds scream with joy. You cannot go wrong with that combination of appetizer and meal, never! The service was decent even due to the fact we came in just before closing time. Chili's always ranks high in my book and on the devouring scale as well. Coming in at a 8 on the devouring scale it is definitely a place to check out if you have never been. As for me, you might see me there when you do come because this is one place I love to grub on...except in Staunton.