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    Bay Local Eatery

    4.4 (739 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Diandra L.

    Five stars for the most delicious, hearty, and beautiful breakfast I have had in a minute. Shout out to Victoria D for selecting this spot for breakfast upon my arrival in VA. I was starved after an early flight and Bay Local was close to my hotel and more importantly a fabulous find. The menu has a lot to offer but what caught my eye was the One Love plate. It comes with three eggs any style, arugula salad, half grilled avocado, choice of bacon, sausage, or turkey bacon, home fries or Parmesan tots. You have a choice of tortillas or toast, and as my lovely server (I believe her name was Sara) suggested the tortillas. I do believe after my experience with this breakfast that the tortillas are the ONLY option because you can make your own breakfast tacos and they are delicious!! I also got a side of cheese grits because I love grits and can never turn down the opportunity to eat them. Overall, I thought this spot had really great home-cooked and friendly vibes with awesome pricing. I have to come back to enjoy their cocktails which seem very fun and over the top.

    Victoria D.

    Bay Local is one of those spots that instantly puts you in a good mood the moment you walk in. The ambiance is warm, laid-back, and stylish. Which is the perfect spot for catching up with friends, grabbing a bite, or just treating yourself! From the cool decor to the upbeat vibe, I felt right at home from the start. My friend and I started our visit with espresso martinis. I love that they give you the option to have it creamy or black! She went for creamy, and I went for black. Both were was the perfect blend: rich, smooth, and not too sweet. Such an awesome way to kickstart my birthday brunch. For my meal, I tried the chicken Caesar wrap, which honestly blew me away. Their house-made Caesar dressing stands out. It's creamy, flavorful, and coats the chicken just right. I love a good chicken Caesar wrap. What put it over the top though, were the Parmesan tots on the side. Crunchy and addictive on their own, but a MUST when paired with Bay Local's house-made hot sauce. Seriously, don't skip the hot sauce. It's the perfect combo of tangy and spicy, and takes the tots to a whole new level. My friend ordered the avocado toast and gave it rave reviews. It was loaded with fresh toppings, presented beautifully, and tasted as good as it looked. We both left our plates wiped clean. I was super impressed by how diverse and creative their menu is. Whether you're in the mood for brunch classics, inventive sandwiches, lighter fare, or cocktails, there's something for everyone. So many tempting options, I'll definitely be coming back to try more. Lastly, the service was top tier. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. Highly recommend Bay Local for anyone looking for great food, drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere!

    Olga B.

    We had a family brunch here recently and loved the cozy atmosphere and quirky vibe. They have a huge menu and everyone could find something delicious to eat! Portions were huge and prices - reasonable. All the staff were super nice and helpful as well!

    Breakfast burrito with eggs and tots!
    Caroline J.

    First time here and had a great experience! Food was great! Loved the hummus/chicken salad appetizer plate with the pita and fruit! Very tasty! Husband enjoyed his breakfast burrito and the crispy tots! Also enjoyed the mini key lime tart! Service was kind and pretty quick. Inside is beautifully decorated! Overall chill vibe.

    Menghai T.

    I got the tuna Benedict ($21) with garlic parm tots (+$1). It came out in about 20 minutes and it was amazing! The tuna was cooked to a perfect medium and seasoned great. The eggs were poached perfectly and that hollandaise sauce was just amazing! Staff was really friendly. This place had a really nice vibe to it during the brunch hour. Overall a fantastic experience with amazing food! Food(50%): 9.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 8.1/10

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    Lisa C.

    This restaurant was recommended by local valet at Hilton Vacation Club and so glad he shared! The service was amazing with multiple people checking in. I got a grilled cheese, coleslaw, mac & cheese, and Key lime pie for dessert. The grilled cheese had just the right amount of gooey and crunch. You can choose the bread. The mac comes optional with breadcrumbs, which I would highly recommend. And the pie was so amazing. All of the food is made in house including desserts. I can tell the difference. The atmosphere was a soft vibe and very welcoming.

    Fried Oysters
    Marianna F.

    Beautiful location with a covered patio section right on the water. Lots of boaters going by. We started with calamari which were the rings and they were huge. The breading was nice. They do a nice job frying here. It was served with several sauces. I had the soft shell crab dinner with cole slaw and fries. The slaw was finely shredded except at the top which was a little coarser. The slaw dressing was poured over the whole thing. Very tasty and unique. My son in law asked for a medium rare burger which came out WELL DONE! He didn't say anything and didn't finish it. The server should have said something. As a former server I would have noticed and asked him. This is why 3 stars. My daughter had fried oysters and looked delicious.

    Crab cake Benedict on French bread & eggs with cheese
    Autrelle J.

    Bay Local is always phenomenal! Today we didn't have a wait, we went in and were seated immediately. Totally would've ordered everything on the menu if we had the room in our stomachs lol! The things we ordered off the menu were the crab dip with pita chips & bangin balls as appetizers; crab cake Benedict with garlic Parmesan tators & pecan French toast bites with a side of sausage links & eggs with cheese. I was full off of banging balls & crab dip, but I'm greedy and still wanted to eat the Bennie. I took my leftovers home and they were still amazing when it was time for breakfast the next day. Everything was fresh, tasty, seasoned just right &!cooked to perfection. If you've never been to Bay Local, it is a MUST every time you're in the beach area. Plus they refresh the menu often with seasonal items so there's always something new to try.

    Maria R.

    This place is worth the hype! The staff, food, vibes are all on point. Our waitress sat in the booth right next to me, took our order, and chatted up with us like we were all long lost friends! Absolutely loved how attentive all the staff was! Now for the food, the Parmesan tots and waffle were my favs. Note- came in on a weekday morning and parking was a little tight so can't imagine the weekend. In any case, can't wait to come back! Also, they have a military discount for active duty members.

    Strawberry sorbet mimosa and craft draft beer
    Patrick P.

    The Bay local on Laskin road in Virginia Beach is my all time favorite brunch location! Bay local has three restaurants in Virginia Beach and the Laskin road location is a step above the rest! I visited recently on a snow day and had an amazing experience. Their menu offers a variety of local favorites and the food quality is worth the trip. The service we received at the bar area of the restaurant was perfect. The restaurant decor is very unique with stain glass murals adding to the experience. Bay local can get busy on peak weekend brunch times so try it on a weekday if you have the opportunity!

    Shrimp and grits aka Just Right
    Michael J.

    Sat outside with our doggo. Service. Was good, the restaurant was slammed with people on Sunday morning. The food was very good and didn't sit in the window waiting to come out. I had the chicken and waffles, the wife had the light tower crab and shrimp omelette and the boy had the shrimp and grits. All were solid choices of particular note were the garlic parm tater tot. Simple basic but really good. The jalepeno cucumber margarita was also on point. Highly recommend this spot just try to miss the big rushes at times we heard wait times up to an hour. Thank you

    Fried chicken and waffles
    Johnathan L.

    Service was good but I think the food was just mid. We had the crab cake balls (Banging Balls), Light Tower Omelette, "The Hangover", and the Chicken & Waffles. In short, the steak was super salty, the omelette was a little bland, but the Chicken & Waffles were decent. Hash was good but the tater tots were pretty standard. The Hangover dish was a classic American style breakfast platter with toast, pancakes, steak, etc. The items apart from the steak were standard. Nothing special. The steak was cooked decently but very salty for some reason. The Light Tower Omelette was cooked well - shrimp was cooked and not chewy, small amount of crab, but the dish itself tasted bland. It seemed like it could use the salt from the steak. Some parts had cheese which helped to bring flavor but the cheese was sparse. The Chicken & waffles were the best item but still not extremely good or the best I had. Breading had a good amount of seasoning & black pepper and you could taste it. Chicken was cooked well, and the crust is slightly crunchy. Waffles themselves were light but crunchy. Hash was great with the mixed peppers and onions - good amount of flavor and good texture from the potato. Crab cake balls were nice and slightly on the salty side but that's because of the taste of Old Bay. It was good but I don't think it was worth the price. I've had better up in Maryland. Service was very quick and the atmosphere is very inviting. A lot of shiny and decorative fixtures that make this a great brunch spot. Outdoor seating was very inviting as well with the sunlight and abundance of greenery. It could have been the dishes that we got that weren't the best, but I don't think that I would come back here again.

    Big country sandwhich (I think that was the name) deconstructed basically with an additional side of chipotle aioli and arugula.
    Kaitlyn K.

    I thought the same entire meal was delicious. When it comes to breakfast, I like your basic American with real home fries. The menu was a little over whelming at first but I loved the decor and vibe, reminded me of a NOLA cafe. I got the big country sandwich and basically asked for the biscuit on the side so I could dip that in the gravy and added arugula and peppers to my eggs along with a side of chipotle aioli. Little bit of both worlds. The fried chicken was fabulous and probably the star of the meal, the breading was seasoned well and flaky. I'd go back for that alone. The chipotle aioli wasn't overly spicy, but it had a fine flavor. Mimosa was balanced... the "crushes" were ok. I'm should have looked at the menu better to get a bottle and half with OJ to split to make it cheaper. Great place! Wish I was local.

    One Love with turkey bacon. The grilled avocado was yummy.

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    Second time around was a charm. Was happy and satisfied with the quality of the food, taste and staff. 5 star visit

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    Ask the Community - Bay Local Eatery

    Is either location pet friendly seeing as they have outdoor seating?

    Open during COVID pandemic? Any outdoor seating?

    Yes they are open and yes they have outdoor seating and they are amazing

    Do they do reservations?

    Unfortunately no but it's definitely worth the wait if there is one!

    Is it a good place to bring kids? I didn't see a kids menu.

    I brought my 4-yr old niece here and she did well. We sayin a booth & she brought a toy to play with for distraction. I want to say they had a menu for her and whatever she ordered was a big portion.

    Is it as unbearably loud as the one on Shore Drive? Can't stand to eat in that noise!!

    Not as loud as Shore. The Laskin location is larger and ceilings higher. If it's packed out for weekend brunch expect that it will be loud like any other place. Love the new location.

    Is the menu exactly the same for this location as the Shore Drive one? I don't mind at all, just wondering. Can't wait to try this location; it's way closer to me!

    A few differences, not much. No Bay Shakes this location.

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    4.2(3.1k reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Waterman's was an excellent brunch experience and we will definitely be returning soon. The food…read morecame out hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. A special shoutout to our waitress, Nikki, who was amazing. We had several substitutions, sides, and food allergies within our group, and what could have easily turned into incorrect orders was handled perfectly. She got everything right, was attentive, professional, and made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. It was brunch time and not too busy, which made for a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend trying the fried chicken, shrimp and crab omelette, and the home fries. Everything was flavorful and prepared perfectly. Great food, outstanding service, and a wonderful overall experience. Highly recommend!

    Upon arrival the valet was really cool and they work on tips. They were super friendly and I must…read moresay they were truly a dream, respectful of my vehicle and I didnt have a long wait time upon pick either. There was quite a few people here on a Monday night and that was actually really refreshing. I was seated on the covered patio outside which wasn't an issue. It was a bit chilly outside but it was fine where I was but I was happy I had on long sleeves. After being seated my server greeted and told what the fish of the day was, which was rock fish but I settled on the Cajun chicken pasta. I didn't wait long for the food at all, at first I thought that was pretty awesome until I received my pasta and it was drier than the Sahara desert. Then to add insult to injury there was a charge to have sauce added but so be it because there was no amount of swishing around my pasta to spread the sauce to even attempt to be satisfied. The sauce creation took longer than it did to get the actual meal and that's what earned the 3 stars because my meal was certainly cold by the time I received the sauce. Ridiculous. My server via it all did check on me and by no means did I hold it against him at all and still tipped him handsomely. Did I mention this was my first time here on a solo date for self...first impressions huh smh I will have to come back again to see if the service is better on a warmer day. Wasnt impressed by yesterday's meal but the customer service was great with the actual people interaction l had.

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    The Atlantic - Oysters Chesapeake, garlic butter oysters, and oysters rockafellar

    The Atlantic

    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Hands down the best happy hour in the city. I'd argue it's probably the best restaurant too. The…read moreraw oysters are killer, as are the cocktails. The best thing they ever did was to bring the short rib back! I recommend this place to literally anyone who asks for a rec. Be prepared for a wait unless you get to HH early on a random weekday.

    This past weekend my in laws were in town. We were on the boardwalk and they wanted oysters... I…read moresaid say less! I had been to The Atlantic years ago and had a great time. I think this time was even better! We arrived around 230 on a Saturday, lucky for us happy hour started at 3 and we had a 30 minute wait for 6 people. Literally perfect timing because no one was waiting before us and about 10-20 minutes later the waiting area became packed for that 3 o clock happy hour. Side note: happy hour is from 3-7, 7 days a week! The service was phenomenal, the whole staff was so nice and accommodating. While we waited for our table, we were able to order a cocktail from one of the waitresses. We also had a baby with a stroller and they made sure we had plenty of room once we were seated at our table. The food was amazing, I'm a fan of cooked oyster but i decided to be a little spontaneous and try them raw. I was pleasantly surprised at how fresh and clean tasting these oysters were. It reminded me of eating sashimi. My wife and father in law had the lobster rolls, they both loved them! My son had the double cheeseburger from the happy hour menu, literally cannot beat this deal. $6 double cheeseburger with fries on the boardwalk is unimaginable lol. I had the Nashville hot chicken, which was good but maybe could've used a little more flavor. But the quality of the sandwich as a whole was spot on. I really don't have any complaints, this was the highlight of our day. My in laws live in Wisconsin but they travel a bunch and they said that these oysters were some of the best they had ever had. They would never see 1$ oysters where they live, so I'm glad we were able to come here and create this memory together. If you've ever debated whether taking the trip to the strip is worth it, it is! Definitely check this place out!

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    Union Alehouse

    4.3(242 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    We stopped her on a whim, having driven past many times. We're glad we did. It is the…read morequintessential beer pub. We were greeted and seated promptly. There is a good selection of Virginia beers on tap and a rotating selection of beers from around the country on tap. They also have a cider on tap. There is a small selection of wines, canned beers, non- alcoholic beers, and for those who just graduated from soda - hard seltzer. The food menu clearly labels gluten- free and vegetarian options. There is a nice selection of appetizers, flatbreads, bowls, burgers, sandwiches. My husband and I both went with bowls I had the poke bowl and my husband had the chicken bowl. Both were delicious and above what one would expect for a pub. Mine came with succotash, which I thought was an interesting choice, but it worked. We split the pretzel, which was amazingly good. The waitress was attentive and good. They do have live music on Friday nights. There are many different happy hours during the week. Definitely we will go back

    This was easily a zero-star experience and a very disappointing way to celebrate a birthday…read more We made a reservation in advance for a party of seven to celebrate my father's birthday, knowing it would likely be busy and wanting to plan accordingly. Unfortunately, the experience fell far short of expectations from the start. Our reservation was at 5:45 PM, and after nearly two hours, we left at 7:30 PM without ever receiving our entrees, and some of our drinks never arrived either. What made matters more frustrating was the lack of communication. Our server came back 3 times to tell us they were out of ingredients for drinks we had ordered, but never offered alternatives or clarified what was available, leaving us stuck and repeatedly restarting the process. We were never checked on and he only came by to tell us our food wasn't ready or they couldn't make what we ordered. To make matters worse, several tables seated around us, many with larger parties were fully served, finished their meals, and left while we were still waiting. It was incredibly discouraging and made us feel completely overlooked. Overall, this experience was extremely frustrating, poorly managed, and not at all what we expected. We will not be returning.

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    Braised Beef Quesadilla

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    Blue Petes Restaurant

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    3.8(577 reviews)
    10.2 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Another lovely night at Blue Pete's!…read more The brussel sprouts were delicious, the salmon was so flavorful, the fish and chips were beyond tasty, and the sweet potato biscuits were PHENOMENAL! We love this place, from the beautiful views outside to the cozy atmosphere inside. The staff is always quick, efficient, and welcoming! Whether it's a warm summer night, or a cold winter one, we will always come back here! And it's always perfection!

    I made a reservation here for my husband's birthday. We did the Ocean Rentals kayak tour then were…read moreright there for dinner, which was awesome. We grabbed a drink at the outside bar on a chilly Friday evening. The place fills up quickly once they open, and they didn't seat us early, so if you're looking to eat at a specific time, making a rezzie is wise. I had a glass of white wine and my husband had an old fashioned. The OF was good, but the bartender used a shaker for it, which is a huge no-no and sort of bartending 101. You don't water down an old fashioned before serving it; that's what the ice cube is for :) We started with the crab dip which was probably the best thing I had all night. The homemade tortilla chips were great! I had another drink called the something Blossom which was just ok. Wasn't worth $13. Scallops for dinner with sweet potato fries and green beans. The scallops were great; the fries were awful. They were charred to a crisp and very stringy. My husband had the soft shell crab sandwich and that was delicious. His sides were also very disappointing. The view is what makes this place appealing and the live music was a great touch! It's definitely a popular local spot. We got a piece of key lime to go and I didn't care for it. That's my favorite dessert of all time, but I wouldn't get it here. The lime taste is too fake. The service wasn't all that great. The staff here is a little rough around the edges. Our waitress maybe checked on us twice in a 1.5 hour sitting and didn't fill waters at all. She barely stayed at the table to ask if we had any comments about the meal after our food arrived and we needed a few items. We would return, but would like to see some improvements and would come back when it's warmer so we can experience more of the outside.

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    Delicious Seafood

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    Barrel 17

    4.0(445 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I ran the Shamrock Marathon and I always want a good burger after a race and Barrel 17 did not…read moredisappoint. I ordered the Sunrise Burger, subbing hot honey for the mayo and oh-mah-gawsh that was an excellent decision. (The burgers are a little on the smaller side, but I found it to be the perfect size.) I told my husband that the onion rings were some of the best I've ever had. Kyle was our server, and he was incredible--attentive despite being a little overwhelmed. It's darker on the inside because of the wood paneling, but it works for the saloon-adjacent vibe it's going for. Highly recommend!

    Admittedly i don't go down to the Oceanfront often; at least not often enough to know when new…read morethings pop up. So when one of the Homies told me about this place I was all in because - burgers - what's not to love. Barrel 17 did not disappoint; when i got there i realized quickly i was the last to know because it was busy. We had about a 10 minute wait to be seated but that was cut short by option to sit at the bar. The bartender was working like she had six arms. It was non stop; attentive, taking orders, making drinks, checking back with others, she was truly impressive. The places was jumping; it was busy, casual and didn't slow down from the time we arrived until we left. Parking is challenging, there's a small lot beside the restaurant and a small lot behind it so if you can car pool you'll benefit yourselves. Now on to the star of the show - the food! The only knock I had was portion size. In a big guy with an even bigger appetite and when i left there i could've eaten my whole meal over again lol. But that's also because it was delicious. I got the mac n cheese starter, the Beast Burger, tater tots , and the biggest slice of chocolate cake I've ever had. Literally the biggest slice of cake ever- twice the size of my burger. Everything was delicious, from start to finish and if i were a person that had a normal appetite i would've left full like my friends did. Will definitely be back!

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    Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo - Pungo ShoreBreak

    Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - Pungo

    4.6(296 reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Great food, great staff, great vibes!!!…read more The Sunday pizza special brought us out, the warm weather and lake views were perfect. We loved our meal and LOVE any restaurant that serves Pibb which is hard to find here in VA! This is the best spot!!! Can't wait to come back!!!

    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.

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    Bay Local Eatery - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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