Such a great date night idea! We went on a random Friday afternoon and got to nestle into a nice…read morecharcuterie board and wine tasting...perfection! The staff even made some recommendations for my significant other who doesn't enjoy wine, but does enjoy bourbon. Check them out if you're looking for a fun twist on a typical date night! The only reason I gave them four stars was that we were the only ones in there, which was a little awkward.

If you're looking for a for a cozy spot to relax with tasty wine and shareable plates, Tinto Wine &…read moreCheese is the spot. This wine bar is inviting, and delicious! I stopped by on a rainy day around 1PM, so it was super quiet (which I loved). Our waitress was a gem. She let us try a few wine options before we decided what we wanted to order. I ordered a glass of rosé and the Greek board, and both hit the spot. The rosé was crisp and refreshing, which was perfect for a humid day. I paired it with the Greek board, which had all the Mediterranean favorites. A generous amount of pita, olives, hummus, feta and grapes! I'm a sucker for a good Med plate. Whether you're looking to have a girls day, a casual date, find a new spot to work from, or just pop in for a light lunch and glass of wine, Tinto is the spot. I look forward to visiting the VB location!

Amazing wings and barrel fries. The wings tasted smoke and we loved the cheese and aioli on the…read morefries. The wine selection was good. My husband really enjoyed the dessert wines they make in house.

It's not clear to me if this is still a restaurant as the website and when I visited for a wine…read moretasting, there was no menu. My friend and I stopped in for a wine tasting. They are offering wine tastings on the weekends and usually at specified times per the website but the location was empty so they let us walk in. The wines are fruit forward but not syrupy. I prefer wine a bit drier but can see these being favorites at festivals or for those who don't love traditional wine. The wine tasting was $15 and we tried 8.

went here with my girlfriend for dinner. the ambiance was super cozy and clean, and the employees…read morewere extremely knowledgeable able and tentative. i ordered a mocktail (i was DD), and as soon as i received it, our waitress warned me that the bar may have accidentally made it with alcohol just by seeing the glass it came in. clearly, she (i wish i remembered her name) knew the menu well and cared enough to get the drink remade for me. i had catfish, my gf had salmon, and we shared the pretzel app and chocolate cake for dessert. all fantastic.

Second Street was fine, but probably not a place we'd seek out again. It had more of a…read morechain-restaurant feel than we were looking for. We had hoped to sit outside, but were told there was a large group on the patio and they weren't sure whether any tables were available, so we ended up inside. I had the Main Street Burger with provolone and fries. It was good, but nothing particularly memorable. My dining partner had the veggie burger and found it a bit dry. The Pinot Noir was passable, but not especially good. Service was good and everything was perfectly pleasant--this just wasn't quite our kind of place, especially with so many interesting local options in the area.

Loved this place. We had the Sharpie Tattoo and Alter Ego pizzas, plus a blackberry cider and beer…read moreon tap. The Sharpie Tattoo--with bacon, egg and maple--sounds a little crazy but absolutely works. We ate outside at a picnic table, and everyone helping us was friendly, helpful and welcoming. Even better, Bird Girl is tucked into the super cute, walkable Hilton Village neighborhood. We wandered around the neighborhood afterward, which made this more than just a food stop. Great casual vibe, good food and drinks, and a really fun little area to explore. Definitely one of our better finds in Newport News.

Bird Girl Bottle Shop never misses! This time I tried their special swedish meatball pizza inspired…read moreby IKEA, and it was absolutely incredible too bad it ends tomorrow. There's still a chance to get this one but you got to be quick. It captured all of the cozy savory flavors of swedish meatballs while still being one of the most creative and delicious pizzas I've had. Normally I order the FFFFF pizza because it's hands down my all-time favorite. The crust is always perfectly crisp without amazing chewy sourdough bite they're toppings are unique and fresh and you can tell that they generally love what they do. They have the cutest little outdoor seating area. Every visit reminds me why bird girl is my favorite pizza spot if you're thinking about going do yourself a favor and go you won't regret it

We enjoyed a graduation dinner with a dozen people. The Vineyards had more of a family restaurant…read morefeel which was perfect. Delicious meals, friendly service, pleasant ambience, priced well.

Wasn't impressed with the staff at all. Slow and inattentive. Food portion is really good but…read morethey charge so much to share. The sauce is a darkish brown which looked unappetizing to me. The garlic knits were so hard I couldn't eat them. I'm sure it's good to most people, but with the prices and staff I wouldn't go back.

Good sandwich shop with a lot of options. I have only been once, but the food was fresh and the…read moresandwich I got tasted really good. Portions were solid and it was filling. The desserts were also awesome, especially the key lime pie. Service was quick and the staff was friendly. It seems like a reliable spot for a quick lunch or takeout. Overall I would come back again.

Firsrvtime time at Taste Newport News. The location is Oyster Point. Parking is my only negative,…read morebut honestly there is a lot around if willing to walk a block, or two. Love the big openness of the store. Grab and go is up front and that's what I needed for a drink. Tried a new Watermelon variety from Harney & Sons that was darn good. Service was top notch. They had discount wine up front but the counter. A wall of wine for purchase is in the rear. Other grab and go refrigerated items like soup, cakes and ice cream. There is a decent amount of seating for those dining in. Recommend!

First timers and it did not disappoint. We were immediately greeted and seated in a quiet area off…read moreto the side with less foot traffic. Our server was very prompt with bread and water. I am allergic to sunflower seeds and one of the selections of bread looked like it had sunflowers in it. She wanted to double check with the chef before I ate it. It in fact did have sunflower seeds and she brought me a separate basket of Italian bread. My husband ordered the seafood trio and I ordered the petite filet. Everything was top notch. The manager came to our table and asked us how are experience was going and if we needed anything else. We will definitely be back.

Overall a nice birthday dinner for my husband. He and our adult son shared the tomahawk for two --…read moreit was too much to eat. The staff boxed it for us. I order the seafood trio -- we ordered a side of macaroni and cheese and it was forgotten, after I reminded the waitress, it was brought out after I finished my main course. They brought my husband a birthday cupcake, icing was delicious. Calamari appetizer had an overly onion taste. Ambiance was great and afforded us a quiet family dinner.

Circa 1918 is pure perfection and I can't believe I was honored enough to get a reservation there…read moreon a Saturday night! This restaurant is located on a little cute strip, filled with vintage looking shops. It's cozy on the outside and in the inside. The ambiance at night is giving romantic date night. It's a pretty tight space but it gives an intimate feel. I personally love that. I went here because one of my friends said that it is his favorite restaurant. He explained how their menu frequently changes and is chef-curated. He really hyped it up. And the experience I had here with friends really lived up to the hype!! Immediately waking up, the hostess greeted us with upbeat and high energy and she quickly seated us as well. The hostess also ended up being our waitress. She was very well-informed and knew the food and drinks like the back of her hand. I'm always impressed when waitstaff know what they're talking about because I've been in their shoes before. So I know the work it takes to get like that. We started with a house appetizer. I don't remember what it was exactly but it was all beautifully topped on a slice of naan. It really started off the night on a great note. Our appetizers were the charred octopus, beef gyoza, and the fried oysters. Our drinks were excellent craft cocktails that I don't remember the names of. But each one was gorgeous and delicious! Next up, we had the grilled asiago bread, bison meatloaf, pan seared duck breast, and the seared jumbo sea scallops. Goodness. Not a single disappointment in any of these dishes that I listed. Maybe one disappointment is that I couldn't have unlimited charred octopus and duck breast... LOL. I often get lost in thinking about the charred octopus here. It was crispy on the outside with the perfect amount of char, but yet it was soft and tender in the inside. I got my duck cooked at medium rare. The duck breast melted in my mouth. I didn't want the experience to end. Overall, this place is absolutely worth the hype and is all the rage. I'm 1000000% coming back here when I'm back in town again.

I met some friends who had come in from out of town here. We made reservations, and am glad we did…read more The inside is quite tight on space, so I'd recommend the same if you're planning a night out. The vibe is warm and welcoming though. The food, as it should be is the star of the show. I ordered the Duck, which was the best duck I've had at a restaurant in a very long time. Some places can over cook it in an attempt to get that crispy skin, but here it was cooked to perfection. The skin was crispy, meat flavorful and juicy, and not overly greasy. The sweet potato puree was excellent and elevated the meal. The drinks menu was really good. Our friends are Wine Connessiuers and we're impressed with the selection. Not a Connessiuer myself, though I do enjoy a nice red every now and then, our selection was really good. Circa 1918 is a bit of a trip for us, but I'm sure we will be back and I'd recommend this place to anyone in the Newport News area.

My first experience with alfresco was about a year ago at one of those estate planning seminars…read more And I enjoyed it so much that we said we would come back to check out the rest of their menu. Well, it took a while, but they did not disappoint. We arrived there at 5 PM on the dot. My first question was, where is everybody? They explained that they just opened for dinner. We started with calamari that was so light and tender, was so wonderfully seasoned, that had the most wonderful dipping sauce-I could've had another order of it. They presented with the most fresh and tasty bread that was covered with cheese. Oh my gosh, my mouth is watering just thinking about it and then we ordered it and I wish I had taken pictures, but I did not two of their signature dishes. Mine included shrimp and scallops, and my sister's had seafood and sausage. They made the most delightful dinner salad and the freshest and lightest dressing you could ever taste. It was such clean food you tasted every single ingredient. The weight staff was polite and available -the ambience was absolutely beautiful. Before we left the place was full and I can understand why. The owner is delightful and I have to go back. I would recommend this place to anyone who enjoys good Italian food. We even had leftovers for lunch in the next day. They did not disappoint!

For 15 years, I've been living in Newport News and never had the chance to eat at Al Fresco. I…read morelive blocks away and always shop at the same shopping outlet where it's located. I'm not big into Italian food so maybe that's why. But just this Friday, a friend in a social group celebrated her birthday. So I decided to join in and finally check out this spot. Let's see how the night went, shall we? Our party had a reserved table up front by the check-in booth and the bar. Inside the decor is a bit dated, but everything was clean and tidy. Overall, it's not that big of a restaurant, but it can fit a decent crowd. After enjoying some salad and garlic bread, we were all ready to order. My meal was Pollo Marsala. Overall, the dish was good. I preferred slightly bigger chicken breasts, but what I had was good enough. The protein was cooked nicely and there was enough spaghetti to mix with the chicken and mushrooms. I also had some grated parmesean cheese which added some flavor to the dish. What a wonderful night for all of us. Table service, hospitality and good food. You couldn't have asked for anything more. Yours truly will be back soon :)