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Bodacious Pizza & Grill

4.5 (303 reviews)
Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Pravash M.

Same great experience nearly 1 year later. Thinner crust veggie pizza (half no onions) made to order from fresh ingredients, sauced to the edge with flavorful marinara sauce. Good service and no frills dining. Shared lot but plenty of spaces close to entrance.

Nasty, greasy, a piece of slice cheese on top.Took it back, poor customer service. Don't risk it! Save your money. This was $16, not worth

The food was nasty. A slice of cheese was placed on top. I wasn't satisfied called the business & was told to bring the order back to get it remade or a refund. Got to the business they would not do either. I would not take a chance ordering food from Bodacious. A complete mess.

Miguel V.

The place was really good. I come to this little shopping center often because there are a lot of great places in here and it's primarily for the local crowd in Virginia Beach. I showed up with a friend for lunch and we both got the 2 slice lunch special. They had some various other lunch specials as well, but I was pretty set on those pizzas. You can put one topping on each of the pizzas if you want or you can just get cheese. The pizza is thin crust and was definitely pretty good. It reminded me of a very similar style to NYC pizza and I prefer that style myself. We also got the garlic knots and they were delicious. It's like they put a whole loaf in the oven and just infused it with garlic flavor! The portions for that were large! Maybe include a little more marinara sauce for the next time.

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Massiel G.

So delicious will be back here had vegan options and sweet so excited. And so friendly and accommodating!!! Small nice comfortable place with booth and tables.

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Brittani S.

When I found out this restaurant came from the food truck I HAD TO TRY IT! And...it did not disappoint!! The ownership has changed since the food truck but the pizza is still just as delicious!! The service was quick and thorough!! I love the child friendly atmosphere and will definitely be taking my family back with me! The garlic knots were JUICY yall! There's no other way to describe them. Juicy, fluffy and fresh!! You must try it if you can. The pizza was absolutely delicious and an overall 10 out of 10 as Keith Lee would say. This restaurant is a must try if you're in Va beach.

This is a sign on the wall in front of the kitchen after coming in.  Photo taken May 12, 2022.
Drew P.

Bodacious Bakehouse is located in the Aragona Village Shoppes in the Aragona area of Virginia Beach. This is located along Virginia Beach Blvd. about a mile or so west of the intersection of Virginia Beach Blvd. and Independence Blvd. My visit to this location was on May 12, 2022. Although this is the first time I have been to this place, I have actually had quite a bit of food from them in the past when they were at my work as a regular food truck visitor pre-pandemic before starting to work from home. My experiences with them as a food truck were phenomenal. They were very popular at my work too. Many of us would always ask if they would be getting a permanent location as well. As we were going into the pandemic, that happened. I did learn that ownership had changed hands, but it was definitely the same Bodacious Pizza that I was accustomed to from the food truck. Fast forward to entering the physical location. It wasn't too busy at the time, but there was a good amount of takeout orders going on. It took us a few moments to look at what we wanted. We were here on a Thursday, so they had a buy one calzone, get one half off special. In the end, my mom and I both went with Pepperoni Calzones to take advantage of the special. After ordering was completed, we went to an open table to wait for the food to come out, as they would bring it to us once it was ready. Several minutes later, the calzones were hot and ready, and they were brought to the table. Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes were already available on all the tables. It was time to dig in. It took a few moments to start as it came out piping hot, which is a great way to get it, especially when it wasn't burnt either. It looked awesome. I was hungry coming in, so I thought I would actually finish the whole thing in this visit. I was wrong. It was very filling and delicious. It definitely reminded me of the pizzas from the food truck days. I was able to devour half of it, and the other half would be eaten a few days later. Overall, this was an excellent experience. The food and service were excellent. I know the decor in there is simple, but it's the food and service that matters more to me. If you are in this area of the city and looking to get some good food, this place is definitely worth coming to. They have more than just pizza items, so be sure to check out the full menu. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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It was good enough. Pretty standard. The crust was slightly burned and the sauce was bland.

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Really good pizza! We stopped in for a quick dinner. The pizza was crispy and reasonably priced.

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Ordered a veggie pie with pepperoni and it was AMAZING! Everything was fresh and delicious.

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Basilico Pizzeria & Ristorante - Trying to take it out of the box.

Basilico Pizzeria & Ristorante

4.7(100 reviews)
8.7 mi

So good! I brought my 92 year old mother here for dinner on a Sunday afternoon. It's small with a…read morefew 4 low tops, a few 2 high tops and a 4 high top. The kitchen is open. It looks like they do quite a bit of take out. We were sat immediately and our waitress was very helpful. We got the small basilico salad and spaghetti with meat sauce. Everything was delicious. The sizes were recommended and they were huge and more than enough!! I love the build your own pasta so you literally pick your pasta, sauce, protein and veggies. It's like a family style and I would love to go with a group and we all share. They also have a happy hour. I will definitely be back. Now....my 92 year old mothers complaints. 1. It was too cold. We were going to move but they had a big fan blowing and they turned it away from her. Now take that with a grain of salt because the heat in her room is set to 76 and it's April. 2. It was too loud. Since the kitchen is open you can hear the cooks doing cook things. She was irritated by the noises coming from the kitchen but once again....grain of salt. The volume on her TV is at 80 and she can't hear it but can hear the kitchen noises. 3. The seat was too hard. Once again....grain of salt. She is skin and bones but I will bring her something to sit on next time. She actually did enjoy the food but I got the leftovers. :) We will be back.

Was at a coffee shop nearby and decided last minute to try this Italian spot a few doors down--so…read moreglad I did. The salad was amazing, with fresh greens and perfectly seasoned steak. The happy hour apps were a really nice surprise, and the staff were attentive and welcoming the whole time. Definitely a great spontaneous find

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1- 2 person Greek salad

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IL Giardino Ristorante

4.1(706 reviews)
9.6 mi
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Absolutely amazing! The food was fantastic! I mean really fantastic! Cannot say enough great things…read moreabout the food! Just mind blowingly good! Great vibe too! everybody laughing and enjoying themselves. There's a beautiful old school wine rack above the bar, outstanding wine selection! They have an Atrium with a big Ficus tree growing in the foyer! Extremely considerate wait staff with impeccable timing! Just a really great atmosphere. We live in Chesapeake and I have to say, it's definitely worth the trip! The Executive Chef Jaime Young was super nice! To find time to greet some customers and just to say thank you for coming speaks VOLUMES to there character! Please go and have the best dinner of your lives! Thank you IL Giardino!! We WILL be back!!!!

Stopped into Il Giardino and ended up having one of those nights that just feels cozy and fun from…read morestart to finish. We sat in the bar area, which I'd definitely recommend if you're going for a more laid back vibe and want to take advantage of happy hour. First of all, happy hour is legit! They have half off select appetizers and drinks in the bar, which is always a win. We ordered the pizza of the day (supreme) and it did not disappoint. Crispy crust, generous toppings, and that classic Italian comfort flavor you're hoping for. We also grabbed the bolognese, which was half off for happy hour, and it was rich, hearty, and perfect for sharing (or not). And yes... martinis were half off, so obviously I had to get an espresso martini. Smooth, not too sweet, and exactly what I needed to balance out all the carbs. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and gave great suggestions without being pushy, which always makes a difference. On top of that, there was a man playing the piano, violin, and singing ... fully setting the mood. He absolutely got me when he started playing the Titanic song. Instant nostalgia. The whole place has an old-school Italian feel. Warm, welcoming, and the kind of spot you could linger in for hours. I also love that they do specials throughout the week, so it feels like a place you can keep coming back to and try something new. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere. Il Giardino is officially on my repeat list.

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La Bella Italia - Double Chocolate Cake

La Bella Italia

3.9(350 reviews)
8.5 mi
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All the sauces & dishes we had were richly flavorful. The caprese with huge mozzarella slices and…read morefresh basil was an amazing salad. Service was great and accommodated our family and this spot was a perfect pre-race spot before the Shamrock half/full marathon! Highly recommend.

2/21/26 I was craving an indulgence of carbs this evening and my go to choices (Sorella, Mangia…read moreQui, Hearth, Cooper's Hawk) all had a 2+hour wait for a table. It's not even tourist season yet. Found La Bella Italia on Yelp showing available immediate reservations and decided to give it a try. Arrived at 6:30pm and it was busy but not packed. Husband and I were greeted and seated promptly but had about a 10 minute wait before a waiter came to bring water and inform us our waitress would be with us shortly. Another 5-7 min and the waitress came out. The waitress seemed nice but distracted or maybe very introverted. We started with the bread and butter and Insalata Di Cavalo (baby kale, apples, red onions, candied pecans, vinaigrette). The salad way yummy! The bread was decent (my husband would have wanted it warmer) not sure if the butter was just unsalted or if it was margarine but we didn't care for it. It was served with a bottle of oil and vinegar... A small oil dipping dish would have helped. We tried the bruschetta appetizer which was tasty but wish the basil would have been cut instead of one large leaf per toast. We realized at that point, the waitress never asked if we wanted drinks. I was only planning on drinking the water so it was no big deal to me. My husband caught the waitress at some point to request a drink. The big disappointment for the night was the Margherita pizza. I'm including a pic...but it was just cheese pizza, soggy bottomed at that. No fresh mozzarella, maybe there's some basil under the regular mozzarella, who knows. The cheese pizza flavor was average at best. Debated sending it back but my husband had been fasting all day and didn't want to wait for a new order. He ate 2 pieces, the rest was a waste. I ordered the salmon served over mushroom lemon risotto. We asked if there was any way to order a side of risotto for my vegetarian husband, but were told the chef was not willing to do it. Not really complaining about that since the risotto is not listed as an ala carte side. Salmon was cooked nicely. Crisp sear but not overdone on the inside. Risotto was only okay after all so it worked out they couldn't serve it as a side. I had to ask multiple times to see a dessert menu, waitress kept forgetting. I got a slice of the carrot cake. This was delicious but at $14 a slice it needed to be! Apparently it's made by their sister restaurant Steinhilbers (I haven't been there in years). Final note, the bathroom situation... There are 2 single room bathrooms for a restaurant holding up to 100 people. There is NO reason to label a single person bathroom as male or female. It just creates unnecessary waiting outside the "ladies room" Overall rating is probably a 3.5 but the service was lackluster, the bathroom thing annoyed me, and I'm still mad about the pizza... So I have to round it down to a 3.

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Mannino's Italian Bistro

Mannino's Italian Bistro

4.2(396 reviews)
3.2 mi
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It's rare to have a meal where every bite is a total win and this was one of those meals. From the…read moreaward-winning She Crab Soup to the perfectly prepared stuffed chicken, we enjoyed everything. This has been on my bookmark list for years and finally got a chance to check it out. The She Crab Soup was at the top of my must-try list and I absolutely see why it gets rave reviews. Packed full of tender meat, nicely creamy without being thick and a very unique marsala flavor. I can't imagine ever visiting again without ordering this. For my entree, I got the Pollo Portofino, which was recommended by our server and fantastic. Stuffed breast with prosciutto, fresh mozz, spinach and topped with an amazing marsala sauce and lots of mushrooms. I will order it again for sure. We also learned that they hand-pull their mozzarella and it was fantastic on the chicken parm, which my dad got. Atmosphere is cozy and casual, service was great. My ONLY hint of disappointment was that they don't make any of their own pastas, but their sauces are perfection! Can't wait to come back!

This Italian restaurant is so freaking amazing ! The crab martini was phenomenal, bread and whipped…read morebutter was superb, calamari with the spicy aioli and the lemon drop was the best! The server Cole was such a good server. The ambience is old town Italy. It gives warm and welcoming vibes. The crab soup was extremely delicious!

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Mannino 's Crab - Tini--it's a feast in a cup but it could fill an entire plate.

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Gaston's Italian Steakhouse - It's was my Birthday. I blew out my candle. Delicious New York cheesecake was awesome

Gaston's Italian Steakhouse

4.1(102 reviews)
6.8 mi

Service was 10/10. I've never been to a place where they fold your napkin every time you get up…read morehaha that was pretty neat. Food was fantastic! Starters- Platter was good, but it was a lot of food! We probably didn't need the fried Mozzarella but that was tasty. Lombata Marsala was sweet and tender even with the bone in. Potatoes were quite fancy and tasted good. Both petite and ribeye steaks were cooked perfectly, those were very tender. Fettuccine I was not able to sample but it looked great with plenty of sauce. Desert was a must have. Cheesecake was good but there needed to be more of the strawberry sauce and maybe a tad less sugar. My favorite dessert was the gellato in the chocolate ball. I don't care for pistachio icecream and I loved it! Ambiance was very fancy. I would go here again!

Beautiful Space, But Food Missed the Mark My Bestie and I…read moredecided to try Gaston's Italian Steakhouse after a wine class at Total Wine (it's in the same plaza, which is super convenient). We were honestly a little hesitant going in because of the reviews... and unfortunately, I can see why now. First impressions -- the restaurant is gorgeous. The hostess stand is stunning, there's a visible dress code posted (which caught my attention), and the bar area where we were seated is beautifully designed with a very upscale Italian vibe. It was surprisingly empty for an 8 PM reservation, though -- only one other couple in the bar area and no one in the main dining room. Our waitress was a standout. She greeted us right away, was incredibly pleasant, and very knowledgeable about the menu. We always appreciate when a server can confidently recommend dishes -- it makes a difference. They start you off with focaccia bread, and I have to say... it was amazing. Soft, flavorful, and paired with olive oil and balsamic for dipping -- easily one of the best parts of the meal. (Side note: I'll never understand why two people get three pieces of bread give us four so we don't have to negotiate!) For entrées, my Bestie ordered the rigatoni Bolognese, and I went with the fettuccine Alfredo (no pancetta, no peas -- which they did accommodate). Here's where things went downhill. The pasta was not good. At all. I understand al dente, but this wasn't that -- it was hard. On top of that, it tasted like boxed pasta, which is disappointing for a restaurant that presents itself as upscale Italian. When we mentioned it to our server (after barely touching our plates), she did go back to the kitchen, but we were told that's just how they cook their pasta -- and nothing was adjusted. At that point, there wasn't much else to do. We didn't even bother with dessert. Between the underwhelming food and the unwillingness to address the issue, it just didn't live up to expectations -- especially after seeing how beautiful the space is and how great the service started off. Would I go back? Probably not. I prefer fresh, properly cooked pasta, and this just didn't deliver.

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Risotto al Porcini (Risotto with porcini mushroom)

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Isle of Capri Restaurant - Scallops and grits,  mushrooms,  all delicious

Isle of Capri Restaurant

3.9(184 reviews)
9.3 mi
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First of all I have to say; ceaser salad was signature!!!…read moreThe calamari was good. Veal was good. Tiramisu and chocolate torte was delicious... But ceaser was a pretty impressing show and very tasty salad!!! They prepare it fresh right in front of you. Service was pretty good. Especially the busboy really kind with full of smiling face! View was perfect!

Thanksgiving. This year my wife and I tried the Thanksgiving buffet at Isle of Capri. The…read moreexperience was wonderful, but you are paying for the ambiance. We arrived at Noontime to a magnificent view of the beach, boardwalk, and the Atlantic from six floors up. Great atmosphere. The Isle was also accommodating larger family seatings for groups. Our waiter and the entire staff made you feel welcomed. Service was outstanding. The carving table had thinly sliced ham, turkey breast and small prime rib steaks. Plus, a buffet food container next to the turkey breast filled with dark meat and big turkey drumsticks. And of course, the gravy. Wonderful. All you could eat shrimp bar with cold cocktail shrimp, butterflied fried shrimp and hush puppies. Another joy. Salad bar of either romaine or iceberg lettuce with a great selection of toppings and salad dressings to fit any taste. For the sides: half ears of corn, a really good sweet potato casserole with a hint of sweetness, green beans that still had some snap, mash potatoes, a moist dressing, cranberry sauce, plus French fries and chicken nuggets for the kids. The dessert bar choices were two types of cheesecake, bread pudding, pecan and pumpkin pies. Great coffee to finish our banquet. Quite an elegant buffet for the Holiday.

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View from the restaurant of the beach below

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