We visited for a teacher appreciation event, and overall it was a lovely evening. The food was…read moreabsolutely delicious the deviled eggs in particular were a standout, and everyone at our table raved about them. The bartender was wonderful -- warm, attentive, and happy to help even when several of us came up to order directly at the bar. Our two servers were also doing a great job under pressure; we came in as a large group all at once, and it was clear the restaurant was a bit understaffed for the volume that night. They handled it with grace, and a few small hiccups were completely understandable given the circumstances. The one real issue was management. Whoever was running the floor that night seemed far more stressed than anyone else on staff -- tense, unapproachable, and noticeably short with the servers, even though they were working hard and doing nothing wrong. It genuinely affected the mood on the floor. I'd encourage the owner to look into additional training for whoever is in that role, or consider whether they're the right fit for managing front-of-house during busy nights -- because the rest of the staff clearly deserves better support than that. Everything else about the evening reflected real care and hospitality, and I'd happily come back.

Been here twice, each time the experience was great. This awesome venue is tucked back in the…read moreshopping strip it occupies. You would never suspect the great atmosphere of this venue from the location. But the charm of the place really isn't the story. This is the kind of place that offers a gastro pub menu and they do not disappoint with a familiar yet unique menu offering some truly great dishes and perhaps the best burgers in VB. Definitely coming back.

We chose to have dinner with some close family friends at De Rican Chef on Holland Road on a…read moreTuesday evening. Service was great! They quickly moved us to a larger table when our party of 5 turned into 8 because of surprise guests! It was a long overdue reunion. A few of us were craving the Pastelon, since we are fans of sweet plantains, but sadly, they didn't have it available that evening. However, our kind server said we could order mofongo with the sweet plantains, so we decided to give it a try. We chose the steak strips and fried pork versions. Everything was delicious! We always enjoy the variety of the menu. Plus, the expanded dining room spaces make the restaurant very welcoming. Our party of 8 was treated well, and we all enjoyed our meals!

We discovered De Rican Chef over 10 years ago and it's one of my daughter and I's favorite…read morerestaurants in VB. Since we were in the area and wanted to grab a small bite to eat, we decided to stop in. The staff greeted us as soon as we walked in and the restaurant smelled amazing, so we couldn't wait to grab a drink and order our favorites. We decided to sit at the bar, so we were given menus to look over and the bartender was very nice. I ordered the Spicy Passionfruit Margarita and my daughter ordered the Rican Rum Punch. Both were good but I enjoyed the Margarita much better! Since we weren't very hungry, we chose our favorites which were the Arroz con Gandules and the Relleno de Papa, which is a mashed potato ball filled with savory, ground beef. The food was flavorful and absolutely delicious! They also have a pink sauce, which is a ketchup/mayo mix, but it always pairs so well with the food. Everything was so good, we put in another order of both to take home lol. De Rican Chef never disappoints! After all these years, their food still tastes just as good as it did the first time we went! If you're looking for great, Puerto Rican food, definitely stop in!!!

I've heard great things about this spot so I bright my best friend while she was visiting. We came…read moreafter church, it was packed but the wait wasn't terrible. Once we were seated our server came over quickly to check on us. We got the birria eggroll & breakfast empanada to start. The crust for the empanada was great & filled with egg, cheese & sausage. The eggroll was good too. I got the Zapotec eggs and my best friend got the French toast chicken sandwich. My husband got the chicken tenders. It took a while for the food but definitely worth the wait. The food was fresh and great. Definitely a great spot for brunch!!

We stopped by for brunch, which was not too busy. By the time we sat down, it was a lot emptier…read morethan when we had originally entered. It's diner style with diner decor. Unfortunately, the food took super long to come out. By the time it reached our table, the mallorca toast, eggs, and sausage were cold. The only thing good were the potatoes, which were somehow crispy. We asked for extra syrup for the pancakes but our request was forgotten. It was just something to put in the belly at the end of the day but not memorable.

I stopped in here with some 'regulars' and had a casual pint! Great spot that lets you sample a…read morebeer if you are not familiar with it. I had a really nice IPA and was impressed with the beer and the vibe. Laid back and casual! I'll gladly return here when in the area!

Came here on a whim on a Friday around 12. Lots of seating and cool vibes. Helpful staff. Decent…read morenumber of TVs. Some outdoor seating. Tons of "pick your pack" craft beer options and lots of brewskis on tap. They also have a great food menu. We got the pretzelwurst platter - the jumbo pretzel with beer cheese, cubed cheese and sausage varieties. The pretzel was suppppper good. We also got the combo lumpia which were super tasty as well. Lastly, they have homemade Rice Krispie treats - I got the Cinnamon Toast Crunch one and it was delicious ! Can't wait to stop by again!

We were out celebrating my sisters birthday (9/5) at the Atlantic we sat at the bar, Eliza waited…read moreon us. She was very nice, sociable, had amazing customer service AND great drinks! definitely would go back and ask for herrrrrrr!!! #Gingerbear Thank you!!!

Loved loved loved the valet service! Parking can be a pain, but valet made it so we could just…read moreenjoy our evening! The food was exceptional. The baked scallops was delicious, however I'd recommend a side of bread to help soak up the extra sauce / cheese at the end. The crab dip was also lovely, flavorful and filled with crab (great ratio!). The shells were good, but not something I'd get again. The portion is also small for your price.

We came here Saturday afternoon and got our food fast, the place was very quiet and almost empty…read morewhich was nice. I ordered the orange chicken which was super tangy, the skin crispy and delicious. It's kind of funny it's better here than in many Chinese restaurants I've been to in the past-- wasn't expecting that. My boyfriend got the steak frites which he enjoyed but he wasn't a fan of the truffle fries. The flavor of the fries was good but they were a bit oily. Also we drank like 3 of the strawberry lemonades, they were delicious. Would return for sure, so many other options on the menu and I would love to see what else they have to offer in the future.

This place is attached to Lynnhaven Mall. Normally I don't eat at mall restaurants due to the large…read morenumber of people who go in and out of them. Service and food tends to suffer as well. But to my surprise this place has some bright spots! First the not so good stuff. I made a reservation on OpenTable and arrived early. I told the hostess and she said she would take care of it. If you've ever reserved on OpenTable you know that if you're a no show they may suspend your account. I'm sitting at the table and checked my account. She never marked my reservation as confirmed. So I just cancelled it while I was sitting in the restaurant. That's pretty much the bad stuff for me. Hence the missing 5 star review. Now I did arrive on a Monday Afternoon, place was empty and very quiet. It's pretty much set up as a bar with tables around it. The bar is the focal point. But they do have plenty of seats and tables. They have outside seating but it's right at the mall entrance. I don't see that being a pleasant way to eat with people walking past you all day. Now the food... During lunchtime they have 2 options for portions: lunch or dinner size. We got the dinner size. HUGE PORTION. And the food was very good. I was pleasantly surprised. My single malt scotch was priced cheaper than any place I've been to this week. We got the popcorn chicken. Fresh Cut breasts meat. It comes in a popcorn box, cool presentation. They were tender and good. Next up was the fish and chips. 6 pieces of fish and a mountain of fries. Very good as well. Not very bready with lots of fish. Then came the fried chicken dinner. Mercy.... 2 huge chicken breasts, a mound of mashed potatoes, and vegetables. The chicken was seasoned well and fork tender. The picture I posted gives the portion sizes no justice. I can't vouch for weekends or football Sunday, but Monday afternoon is the sweet spot for me. I'll be back...

We love this place. Food is delicious. Craft cocktails Great vibe and service. Although we are…read morevery bummed to see they are no longer apart of RESY. Us and many of our military friends looked forward to using our Platinum AMEX credits here!

We were all pleased with our dinners and appetizers at this restaurant! What was outstanding: the…read moresquash rings, coconut shrimp, and scallops! Also our server was professional, courteous, and efficient!

We first wandered in because it was within walking distance; we keep returning because it is…read moreremarkably good. Unassuming from the outside, it quickly reveals itself as one of the Oceanfront's better-kept secrets: warm, intuitive service, occasional live music, and an elevated kitchen that has yet to disappoint. The peel-and-eat shrimp are among the best we've had. Add a tiny dog-friendly patio and "The Bob," their take on the Old Fashioned, and there is little left to argue. Some restaurants seek attention. The better ones earn affection. This one has ours.

My family and I ate here on our trip to Virginia Beach and I was looking for a place to eat between…read moregoing from the Battleship USS Wisconsin & Museum to the Virginia Aquarium. We came across this place while stopping for gas and checked out the menu to make sure my brother could eat there since he has a shellfish allergy. The waitresses and staff were very nice and made sure to clean the prep area extra well and whatnot to help prevent any issues. They were very accommodating. Not only were the staff friendly, the food was excellent! I got my crab cake sandwich and hush puppies (which I included a photo of), my grandma and mom got bang bang shrimp, one brother got hot dogs and the other got chicken strips. I wish I lived closer because now I need another order of the crab cake sandwich and hush puppies!

Sloppy Seconds Bar & Grill is located along Holland Rd. and is near the Holland Plaza Shopping…read moreCenter in Virginia Beach. They are just south of where Holland Rd. merges into Independence Blvd. My most recent visit here was on April 23, 2026. From the outside of the business, it does stand out a bit with the large name above the entrance. You can definitely see it if you look from Holland Rd. I had seen it too when traveling down that road, but I finally came in for the first time on March 10, 2026 after leaving the Voter Registrar's Office not too far from there. Upon entering, it wasn't too busy yet, but it was a little before 4 pm, so it was still early for the evening dinner rush. The inside of the place definitely has the bar scene vibe with the bar area and televisions showing sports there, with closed captioning on. One of the bartenders said we could find a spot to be seated. My mom and I went to one of the booths available. It was just seconds later that our server came over, welcomed us here, bringing menus over, and introduced herself. The first question is always asking about what to drink. I continue to go with my usual, which is water with lemons, while my mom got Coke. After having some time to look over the menu, when we got our drinks, my mom and I were both ready to order. I decided to go with the Sloppy Joe Samich with Onion Rings as the side item, but subbing Pepper Jack Cheese instead of American Cheese. My mom decided to do an appetizer as the main course, which was the Loaded Nachos Half Size Portion. A little less than 10 minutes later, our food orders came to the table, and they looked really good, and when we went to try it out, they were definitely hot too. The Sloppy Joe Samich ended up being really good and hit the spot for me. The onion rings were good too, and were a bit of an indulgence for me. My mom really liked the Loaded Nachos and that had good flavor to it as well. Our server also told us about various specials they have through the week, so this would warrant future visits for us too. The next few visits would be on Thursdays, as they have a $7 Burger Night Special beginning at 5 pm. For those next visits (including the most recent one, except for the April 6 visit), I would end up getting the Bacon Cheeseburger With Fries (additional cost to change the side item for specials). My mom also did a few types of burgers on these visits, one being the Cowboy Burger. Every time, the burgers came out as expected and hot. The fries were really good too, as I usually do pepper on them instead of salt. There was one additional visit on April 6th, which was a Monday. We came in that day for the Fried Shrimp Basket Special. That one comes with Fried Shrimp and Fries, and is available all day. The shrimp were really good and filling too. Overall, the food, service, atmosphere, and specials have been great here. I really feel like they are a hidden gem. When it comes to sodas, they did carry Coke products, but as of the middle of April 2026, they are now serving Pepsi products. I want to note that there is a 3% order processing fee, likely for anyone paying by a card instead of cash. Even when I have been there at busier times, parking was never an issue. It feels like a family atmosphere too. On the most recent visit, they even stated that they notice us as regulars here now. If you're looking for a different place that serves more than just burgers, this place is worth checking out, as I have not seen a place around yet that has the Sloppy Joe type samich.

Perfect place for cold beer, good bar food, and a Tar Heel basketball game. The staff is incredibly…read morefriendly and happy to put your closest TV on the game you want.

I came with a group of 20 people to Shorebreak for dinner during a group retreat, and it was the…read morebest experience we've had at any of our retreats so far! Hannah took AMAZING care of us. She efficiently handled taking care of all 20 of us at 2 separate tables with a great attitude. One of our party members had an issue with her salad and Hannah was kind enough to get us a replacement to go. Our drinks were always filled, we got plenty of plates and boxes, and she was constantly checking in on us to see if we needed anything! One of the most attentive waitresses I've had. The food was great too, I had a gluten free All The Way pizza and it was LOADED, almost too many toppings! The crust was slightly softer than I prefer but that just comes with all the wet toppings. The rest of our party was also very pleased with their food & experience in general! Thank you Shorebreak for a spectacular dinner!

We came to Shorebreak for Mother's Day dinner, and it was worth the 35 minute drive from an…read moreatmosphere perspective. We sat outside, and the sunset was beautiful. It was a beautiful evening. Our server was Lauryn, and she was great. She was nice and attentive but not worrisome. We had the Wisconsin Cheese Curds along with the house made Sangria. As an entree, I had the whiskey burger with truffle fries. I really liked the cheese curds; they're a lot flavorful than traditional mozzarella sticks. The house made sangria was really good too! We had to stop ourselves from just sucking it down. The burger is where I had the issue. It was a little on the dry side.... Too well done despite asking for medium. It also wasn't seasoned well. The only flavor rally came from the bbq sauce and onion straws. The truffle fries were good though. The menu said they won't best burger of Virginia Beach, and that was made me get a burger. Not the best burger I've ever had. Next time, I will try the pizza and probably go to the Shore drive location since that is closer to my house. Again, the vibe, service, and scenery was worth the drive.. the food not so much.