Amber Ox Public House

09/18/2026

09/17/2026

Meet Ben Wells, the new Executive Chef at Amber Ox!

Ben has been such an amazing addition to the Amber Ox family, and we’re so happy to have him here. We wanted to take a moment to introduce him and give you the chance to get to know the person behind the food a little better.

Q: Tell us a little about yourself and how you got started in the culinary world.

"I grew up mostly in Williamsburg and have been in the food scene since I was 15. I started as a dishwasher, became interested in cooking, and worked my way into prep and up through the kitchen.

I didn’t go to culinary school, so I learned by working with old school chefs around the area. I taught cooking classes, worked with local farms, and learned a lot about the community.

Williamsburg is home, and most of my culinary history is here."

Q: What made you want to come to Amber Ox?

"The biggest thing was how focused Amber Ox is on local farms and the community. I had heard great things about the culture here, and there aren’t many restaurants in Williamsburg doing what Amber Ox does.

I love getting to know the people who grow our food. They bring us something they are proud of, and we get to use our skills to turn it into an experience for the guest. That community involvement, along with the simplicity of the food, really drew me here."

Q: What’s your favorite Amber Ox dish?

"That’s tough. I get the burger almost every day, but the scallops are really good right now. The shrimp and grits are always fire, too."

Q: What would you say is your specialty as a chef?

"I don’t know if I have one specific specialty, but I love working with fresh, local ingredients.

Seeing someone bring something from their backyard to our back door and then putting it on a plate is really special. I like letting the ingredients speak for themselves. I don’t want to overcomplicate things. I just want to make simple, delicious food."

Q: What advice would you give an aspiring chef?

"Come to work every day like you still have something to learn. Keep your mind open and try to get one percent better every day.

One of my chefs always told me, “The moment you think you know everything is the moment you stop growing.”

Q: And finally, tell us a fun fact about yourself.

"I love riding and working on dirt bikes."

09/14/2026

It’s your favorite day of the week again! Monday!

That means Tiki Night is happening TONIGHT from 5pm-9pm here at Amber Ox! 🌺🍹

Reservations highly encouraged! 🍍🌴🐠

09/12/2026

Come a little closer. The Study has something waiting for you…

For the fall season, our intimate cocktail room has slipped into something darker. Candlelight, curious surroundings, exclusive cocktails, and small bites await behind the closed door.

The Study welcomes guests Thursday through Saturday from 4 to 9 PM. Reservations are required, make yours online.

Go ahead. Make one. We’re dying to have you…

Gorgeous, Magical, and Beautiful photos taken for us by: kapwaphoto 🔮✨

09/06/2026

Take a little Amber Ox home with you.

Our Provisions are filled with housemade favorites and locally sourced goods, including pickles, jams, spreads, Ox Hot Sauce, Chili Crisp, AO Wing Seasoning, Rogue Elephant Coffee and more.

We’ve also got Biscuit, Sangria Infusion and Old Fashioned kits ready to bring a little Amber Ox to your kitchen.

09/04/2026

Tonight’s feature ⭐️

Our Cajun Hen is served over Daysprings Farm jumbalaya with Reckon Acres tasso sausage and lacto corn chow chow, finished with a rich Cajun brown gravy.

Hearty, juicy, soulful, and full of flavor — available until sold out!

09/02/2026

Field Dayz 8 Fall Festival is here! Join us on Saturday, October 17, from 12–6 PM!

Same b**r festival you love, but with added fun for every age to enjoy! Enjoy craft b**r, local food vendors, live music, a kids’ area with crafts, and a full afternoon of fall fun!

Tickets go on sale September 1st. Tickets are $10 each and include one token redeemable for food or a beverage at the event. Kids 12 and under are free!

Visit our website for more information and FAQ's: https://www.precariousb**r.com/fielddayz8

Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999044158892?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/02/2026

Friendly faces in good places 🤎🥃

Come by and say “Hi” today! Open for Lunch and Dinner today from 11:30am-9:00pm ✨

08/30/2026

A fresh start to brunch. ☀️🍓

Our updated Greek Yogurt Bowl features seasonal berries with local honey and white balsamic, pistachio butter, nut-free granola, toasted coconut, and fresh sorrel.

Available during brunch only.

08/29/2026

A new season may be just around the corner but, SUMMER ISN’T OVER YET! 🤩

Before the seasons (and our menu 🙈) changes, you must try one of our Summer favorites, the Veggie Board.

Enjoy a rotational variety of local seasonal vegetables and spread’s. ☀️