About

Established in 1999, the Williamsburg Area Restaurant Association (WARA) proudly celebrates 26 years of serving Williamsburg’s vibrant restaurant industry. The Williamsburg Area Restaurant Association is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization committed to fostering a thriving restaurant industry in the Williamsburg area. We provide a suite of benefits designed to support our members in a positive and cooperative environment. Our initiatives encourage and promote exemplary business practices, facilitating strong partnerships between our members, local and regional governments, tourism partners, and other public and private stakeholders within the community.

Our association serves as a powerful advocate for the restaurant industry, addressing critical issues and challenges that impact our members. We work tirelessly to maintain a favorable regulatory and economic climate, ensuring that our members can operate efficiently and profitably. By organizing educational programs, networking events, and promotional campaigns.