I've had this place on my list of places to go for a while now and I'll say it was worth the wait!…read moreGreat place to go with friends or family. They had college football playing. The drinks were really good, and even tho I didn't get to enjoy happy hour I'll definitely be back to try that out next. The quality a taste of the food was on point! I had the fresh catch, never had parrotfish before and it was amazing! My wife had the short rib dinner, it was very good as well but one of the short ribs she had was probably 50% inedible fat. Both of these dishes were 30$, a little pricey but worth the price. For our appetizer we had the crab dip, the flavor was on point but the consistency isn't thick. Crab to filling ratio is about 60/40. Overall we enjoyed everything, the service was welcoming and this is definitely a place I'd visit anytime I'm downtown Hampton.

On a hot summer day, stopping here for a yummy lobster roll on a warm brioche bun might be your…read morebest decision! The service is always great, and the atmosphere is even better. I love stopping by to treat myself here.

We came on a Friday evening around 7 for dinner and it took awhile to be greeted as no one was at…read morethe front desk the hostess stand. The view and decorations inside really right high on the style scale. We saw a beautiful sunset, but we ate our dinner. We got cute mini ducks in our bar drinks and the orange crush and margarita came with extra flair. I also love the attention to detail with adding a crab on top of the crab dip with old bay. The crab dip was good and served with sliced Italian loaf bread. It was good, but in my opinion, not quite as good as another local restaurant that serves pita bread and chips with their crab dip. ( no name shall be mentioned but if you know, you know). I had the broiled seafood platter and it was ok. I would have enjoyed it more without the bearnaise sauce on top as I think it detracted from the seafood. I had a salad as one of my sides and it was very fresh. I had a loaded baked potato that was really delicious but it came out as I was finishing my seafood. Our table also had a few Krabby patties and they were a good size but could have used a bit more crab. The salmon salad was good and vegetables were fresh and crispy. My husband said his blackened chicken sandwich was overcooked which made it dry and chewy. Our waitress was very soft spoken so hard to her especially when the restaurant was pretty full for dinner on a Friday. Overall mixed reviews from our group of 5. It's a little out of the way for us but was a good halfway point from where the rest of our dinner party was coming from. My husband doesn't eat seafood so the options are limited to a chicken sandwich or a burger and he struck out with the sandwich so I'm not sure that we'll be heading back soon. Overall good value and might be best for happy hour, apps and enjoying the sunset on the James river.

I had been here several times over the years and always had great experiences, both with the…read moreservice and the food... and especially the water front location. Those memories were the reason I chose this restaurant for a first date, even making the drive from Richmond because I thought it would make a good impression. We arrived Wednesday, September 30, at approximately 12:30. The wait staff was very friendly, although they appeared to have limited availability. Unfortunately, the real disappointment was the food. My date and I both ordered blackened tuna steaks, rare. I ordered mine with a baked potato, and she ordered hers with coleslaw. Her tuna arrived so overcooked that it was essentially tasteless and burnt. Mine steak was served as six small pieces and was also considerably overcooked. The baked potato was so small it would literally fit in a coffee cup--essentially one bite. We politely brought our concerns to the staff, but there was no offer to replace the meals or make any adjustment to the bill. What made the situation particularly awkward was that my date is an international executive chef. Neither of us wanted to turn our first date into an extended discussion about sending food back and waiting for another meal. We simply made the best of it and enjoyed our conversation. Ironically, two things came out of the experience: we decided we would definitely continue getting to know each other, and we both agreed that, unfortunately, we probably wouldn't return to this restaurant. It's disappointing because my previous experiences here had been very good, which is exactly why I chose it for such an important occasion. Suggested to Karen sending a note to Gordon for a restaurant intervention as it's sad to see a good place in decline.

If you want to grab a bite to eat and just sit and relax, this is a nice place to just come and…read morehave some good food. Great service.

Sandman Grill is a very good local bar and restaurant with an emphasis on restaurant…read more Menu has a variety of food for most palates. They have a few items of each type of food so there are salads, veggies, meats and seafood. We tried their ribeye with baked beans and Brussels sprouts. I enjoyed the chimichurri ribeye with the baked beans. I added their house marinara to the steak and beans and it was delicious! We also had their cheeseburger and it was ok. Two smash patties with usual condiments with short French fries. Their dessert was very good. Customer service is very attentive without being annoying. Very polite, knowledge of the menu and quick to follow up for drinks and see if you need something. Sandman Grill is a very nice local bar and restaurant that makes you feel welcomed and with good food in a nice place to relax.

Cool spot with outdoor upper deck seating. I don't know how people who can't climb stairs get up…read morehere, so be prepared if that's you or someone you love. My only thing was the top part of the deck should all be high tops, so you can actually see over the railing. It was difficult to see the beautiful water and tunnel construction on the upper deck with the low tables. I got the salad, and it was nice portion. I look forward to returning and sitting right on the edge near the water.

Food was so over priced . Calamari was rubbery, red snapper was bland and tough…read more The seafood burrito was gigantic but it was 99% rice and beans . Supposed to have scallop I don't think I saw one! Very disappointing. Don't waste your money because this is not worth it .

I Think I Found My New Seafood Spot!…read more Fuller's Raw Bar is an absolute hidden gem in Hampton. This was one of those meals where I kept thinking, "Okay, surely everything can't be this good." But apparently it can. I started with the seasonal watermelon margarita, and my only complaint is that I didn't order two. It was refreshing, flavorful, and the perfect way to start the meal. Next came the oyster flight. We went ahead and ordered a dozen, and they were another hit. Fresh, delicious, and definitely something I'd order again. My one tiny request: give me some Tabasco with my oysters instead of regular hot sauce and we are officially in business! For my entrée, I ordered the steamed seafood platter, and when I tell you I ate the ENTIRE platter...I mean there was nothing left to discuss. It came loaded with oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp, and crab legs, along with cocktail sauce and hot drawn butter. Everything was cooked beautifully, and that drawn butter made it straight-up finger-licking good. And then there were the catfish and grits. Listen. I don't know whose Big Momma is back there making those grits, but please tell her I said thank you. Creamy, flavorful, comforting--those are the kind of grits that make you stop talking for a minute because you need to concentrate on what just happened. I would order them every single time. The portions were generous, the prices felt very fair for the amount and quality of seafood we received, and overall the meal exceeded my expectations. Fuller's Raw Bar officially earned a spot on my Hampton rotation. Great seafood, generous portions, fair prices, and Big Momma-level grits? Say less. I think I just found my new go-to seafood spot.

Nice seafood & raw bar spot with a good beer selection! "The Pearl of downtown Phoebus"! Love the…read moreindustrial vibe! Good music playing in the background of this casual eatery! Our server was prompt and pleasant and she looked like Jesse from Toy Story. Now for the food, we ordered the smashburger with an xtra patty and bacon crumbles. It was juicy and delicious! The shoestring fries were great! My bro ordered the fish sandwich! It was huge! I typically don't like seafood, but he encouraged me to try it and it was surprisingly tasty! Didn't taste fishy, but was flaky and tender! Food check!! Yummy! I like the paper towels on the table, good call! We thoroughly enjoyed stopping here for a meal and we left "full" at Fullers!! We definitely want to come back!

Review of @traphauskitchenqueen @traphauskitchen…read more The taste was worth the price but not the time it took me to reach you from Norfolk. It took me 30 minutes. In your defense, they were only $25 a dozen. Which is why I was so skeptical when I called and asked the size and was told that they were jumbo/jimmy males. But I didn't expect them to be this small.

Family was in town and they selected to eat at the twisted crab. There were no complaints at the…read moretable. I ordered the seafood boil which was the special. Snow Crab legs, shrimp, 2 corns, 2 potatoes, and sausage was seasoned just right. The corn and potatoes were cooked to perfection. The restaurant had a good amount of people dining in. The waiter was at our table making sure we were good. I will be back to try some other things I like on the menu.

Our visit to Twisted Crab featured the T1 special combo, which offered solid value for 1/2 lb snow…read morecrab, 1/2 lb shrimp, 1/2 lb sausage, plus corn and potatoes. The twisted sauce seasoning (all sauces combined) was flavorful; however, the potatoes were slightly overcooked. The primary reason for our four-star rating was the slow and inattentive service, despite three servers being on duty. Upon arrival, we waited at the entrance for a bit until a delivery driver walked past us and was assisted first. We also observed another table waiting to place their order request to move to the bar because no one had serviced them. While the food was enjoyable, we would choose to dine elsewhere due to the service experience today.

I've had the catfish nuggets, wings, cheese bites, quesadillas, philly, and even the drinks, and…read moreeverything has been consistently good! The food is always fresh, hot, and full of flavor, which is why I keep coming back. I usually order my food to go, but I know they also host trivia nights during the week if you're looking for something fun to do while you eat. Overall, it's a great spot with tasty food, and I'll definitely be back!

Fatboy's is a no frills bar/restaurant that features a great deal on Thursday night-- one pound of…read moresteamed shrimp for $12.99. My group all ordered the Thursday shrimp special, and it was good. The shrimp could have been cooked a bit less, but the old bay seasoning sprinkled on them made it a tasty dish. A glass of Yuengling beer to accompany the meal made my husband very happy.

We had a fabulous time here! The food was great. The She Crab soup was flavorful, but I could have…read moregone for a few more chunks of crab and bread instead of oyster crackers. The scallops were grilled perfectly and the hush puppies were some of the best I've ever eaten. My friend had a fried platter and we dug it thoroughly, especially the fried oysters! The wines are generous pours, quality, and at $7-8 a great deal. The only reason for the deduction of 1 star is the seating. Unless you snag a booth (and there are only a few), the tables in the dining room aren't that cozy. Also the bar area seating is odd, with high tops at the bar. The service was top notch - fast, efficient, super friendly. Chris makes you feel like you're a young friend visiting from out of town :)

Great customer service, clean environment, good food. Like me, I'm sure many travelers have driven…read morepast this restaurant several times and never stopped. Next time, stop by and experience the setting and food. Real hospitality with affordable seafood meals.

We had a great experience at Surf Rider Bluewater. It's a little strange to get there as you pass…read moremany of the parked boats, this is just an example of follow the directions even if they seem strange. The service was great and the staff was friendly. The outside seating was beautiful. And perhaps most importantly the food was delicious. This was a great find. So glad we stopped here as we waited for traffic home to lighten. Would definitely try to visit again.

Ambiance was ok. We came in for a late lunch & I got the grilled fish tacos and my husband got the…read morefish and chips. We also got a side of clam strips. The breading was light so it wasn't the heavy yuck from fried food you can get. The fish tacos had a pineapple salsa that was really good. The tortillas tasted like they left the bag open for a few days and then steamed them to use them. They were flour tortillas that were Hard when they brought them in the holder. We aren't the type of person to ask for a refund or discount, I don't appreciate that behavior from anyone. The server was friendly and we didn't have to wait long for our food. I wouldn't go back or order it, especially with all of the food choices in the area.