Absolutely love New Realm and recommend it to anyone visiting the local VAB area…read more The venue is great. Large, open spaces on the outside with plenty of seating, fire pits, games, and music. Oh, and an outside bar if needed. The inside is an industrial style vibe with a beautiful long bar stretching the length of the room with excellent taps and awesome merch. The staff are kind and friendly, and the overall atmosphere is very inviting. The food is delicious and doesn't break the bank. All in all, New Realm is just a point blank great place to hangout, indulge, and unwind. If you're looking for a venue that can accommodate any size party for any kind of event, this is your spot. A local favorite for sure.

This is my families go to brewery. The venue is the best for families with kids. I love all the…read moreevents they host. The food is always delicious, we've had it all. The beers are all so good. 10/10 recommend! The service is quick and good. A couple of our favorites: shrimp tacos, smash burger, their green beans, the Caesar salad.

Thin brew line is an amazing experience. This gem is tucked into a small shopping mall close to…read morethe NAS Oceana base and offers a variety of different beers to chose from. This first responder, military friendly establishment is our favorite brewery to take our pup! Extremely dog friendly, they have a small fenced in dog area outside. The service here is always great! You can order food from the Mexican restaurant next door using convenient QR codes. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!

Went in on Tuesday night. And the bartender he took the time to talk to us and tell us all about…read morethe beers and the history. I was super impressed and their Beer has improved immensely

First time in Virginia Beach and first time at Esoteric, couldn't have been more pleased! Went on a…read moreTuesday so it was Burger Night. Arrived around 6:30 and were able to get a table but it filled up fast. Host noted we were probably new bc Tuesdays were usually familiar faces; love to hear that locals love a place too! We ordered the Buffalo Mushrooms as a starter and let me tell you, it's worth the hype. The crunch on these things is legendary. The sauce is a little spicy but it won't blow your palate out. Also the portion is enormous. We wanted to save our appetite for our mains but just kept eating them. We got the monthly special burger which was the kimchi burger with Brussels sprouts on the side and a wagyu meatball sub with fries. Dear lord that burger! I am trying to remember another burger that I loved this much. The kimchi was cooked down into a bit of a compote which melded with the cheese and gochujang perfectly, the patties were crispy as hell! The bun added a perfect sweetness. I told the server it was "stupid". I almost cried. This can't even capture just how good the food was. I'm sorry. The Brussels sprouts were a little understated, kinda like creamed spinach at a steakhouse. They were delicious but overshadowed by other menu items. The meatballs were spicier than we expected, so if you like a spicy meatball, get after it. The best thing about the sub was the pesto sauce on top, which added a nice green brightness to what was an otherwise heavy sandwich. Good luck picking this monster up, we needed to resort to knife and fork! The fries were on point. Whoever is running the frier at Esoteric has the temp dialed in. I wish we had room for dessert but we were already bagging up most of the sub and fries. The portions here match the prices. Would love to eat outside here when it's a little warmer. If you are looking for a cute spot in the vibe, don't miss Esoteric. We for sure will be back.

[Late review. Visited September 2025]…read more We visited Virginia Beach and found Esoteric due to its good reviews online. We reserved for an early dinner and we somehow were able to order items from the happy hour menu. We ordered wings from the Happy Hour menu along with cocktails. From the regular menu, we had poutine, black garlic caesar salad, and duck tacos. The food was delicious! The duck tacos were really amazing that I wish I had more space in my stomach to eat more. The poutine was amazing along with the wings. The cocktails were not as great as we hoped. The ambiance was great - quite modern and perfect for a laid back dinner. The service was okay. I think the staff was a little distracted that day.

Was recommended by a couple local people who recommended this place…read more Welcoming environment, reserved a table, wasn't as busy on a Thursday, which was really nice and we got our table really quick. We came here for our pre-Valentine's Day dinner. Our waiter was really nice. He was prompt and he paid attention and was an attentive listener, which was really nice as a server. I got an appetizer or a starter. That was the grilled rustic bread along with the seafood pasta, and my boyfriend got the Civil burger. I forgot the name of the drink, but it was an espresso martini. Everything was delicious and tasted really good and the meal was cooked perfectly! Wish their menu was a bit bigger with a lot more variety. Overall a 5 star place!

My husband and I ended up coming here for brunch before a snow storm hit! The service was 10 out of…read more10 and they had many recommendations for drink options. I would recommend sitting in a booth far away from the door during winter because the breeze can be quite cold. The booths are also super comfortable and very well padded. My husband ended up getting the chorizo scramble which he liked a lot. I ended up ordering the steak and eggs. The compound butter that comes with the steak and eggs is amazing on toast or steak. I got a blood orange drink that was OK, but I wouldn't get it again. The second drink I got was with Rose and lavender and I would definitely get that again. We love this place. This is our second time going and we will be back!

My husband and I absolutely loved this place…read more We were in Virginia Beach for a few months, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it just as enjoyable to sit and stay as it is to eat. It quickly became our favorite happy hour in Virginia Beach. We've tried both the rotating bread pudding (when we were there it was pumpkin) and the apple crostata for dessert, and each time they were just as good as the last. The service was outstanding from start to finish. If you're visiting, it's worth a stop and reservations are definitely recommended.

Went to Hearth on Friday and had a good experience overall. Service was good, drinks were fine, and…read morethe food was solid. The deep fried deviled eggs were my favorite, so good. The only thing I didn't love was the cornbread oysters. I love oysters, but the cornbread flavor was a little overpowering for me. I'd still definitely go back and try more.

My first time coming to Pups and Pints. It's a nice place to bring the pups. They were all so well…read morebehaved, so cute to see them play together. But I didn't come for the cuteness of the pups, we came for the food lol. I have the chicken tacos and the fry flight. My son had the poodle dog with grilled onions and peppers with cheese sauce. He said it was very good wish I'd gotten him two. The guys who helped us were really nice guy's. The service was a bit of a wait, when we first came they told us it would be a 30 minute wait because the kitchen was a little backed up. Would come back to try some other things, the fry's were pretty good. I didn't really care for the chicken tacos. They were kinda just thrown together. But overall I'd come again.

My friends and I met up for her dogs 21st birthday bash!!! I hadn't heard of this place before or…read moreeven knew something like this existed. It's kinda tucked in off London Bridge Rd. When I arrived I walked to the back, and it was a cute setup for all our little furry friends to have fun, but for adults and kids to. There were lawn chairs, picnic tables, games, a side for leashed and unleashed dogs, and even a little wet area for the pups. It was also a bar/restaurant where you could eat inside or outside. The dogs aren't allowed in the inside part of the restaurant. The restaurant has hot dogs, sausages, Mac n cheese, burgers, tacos, and etc. The meals are reasonably priced. The hot dogs are thick, so your not getting a wimpy hot dog, it's meaty!! Lol. It might have been too much meat for me almost. You definitely get your money's worth!! The Mac n cheese was pretty good and cheesy, and the portion was great for the price. The fries we ok also. The area is really a vibe. It's chill and everyone is doing their own thing. They even have pup cups!! The dogs all seemed to be having a good time. When you walk in the smell of dogs hits you, but I don't have a dog so maybe that's why it's so strong. If you have a dog you probably won't even notice. Once I got used to that, it was fine. I think this is a fun little place to come wether you have a dog or not. Beer and alcohol are also served. The cocktails seem fun. My friend liked her spicy mango drink. The staff was also friendly! So yeah, check them out!!!!

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!

I swear this place is always a vibe. Rustic dive bar. Wood everywhere. Stays open pretty late! And…read morethe burgers are actually cooked well. Warrior taphouse has this amazing cherry drink that I don't know what it is, but it is divine. Maybe it's cherry limeade. Maybe it's just a cherry cider. I don't remember. I bought too many drinks there because it's cheap but delicious.

Military friendly spot with great beer and amazing food. The lumpia came out piping hit and…read morecrunchy. The pork rinds came out still popping. I got the Nashville Hot but I underestimated how spicy it would actually be. Inside has a lot of cool old military tributes, they seem to have a lot of command sponsored events. And the beer list is always great.

Went in to get out the rain and decided "yea I need some food"…read morechose the fried green tomato caprese salad with a crab cake, HOLY HELL that was Devine, bartender was sweet and cracked jokes I'm absolutely coming back with friends

We came in January @2pm, it emptied and quiet. But nevertheless the food was delicious. I was told…read moretheir menu is made from scratched. The chicken and fish sandwiches where massive. Waffle fries were crunchy like ck-fil-a. I wonder what their summer menu would be like. They Great beer menu too.

First time here and thought why haven't I been here before. I loved the vibe and loved the bright…read morecolors! The staff was welcoming and gave recommendations on their beers and got to try several before deciding on which glass I wanted. The outside are was huge with several seating areas and firepits. They have lots of lawn games and board games. They also have another section for a private party with a bar area. Great place to hang out with friends and have good beer!

Aslin Beer is a great meet-up spot for groups. I met friends there to hang out, and it was the…read moreperfect setting~relaxed, welcoming, and even kid-friendly. We loved the indoor area for warmth while we ate and caught up. Later, our group moved outside and sat around the fire pit, which made the experience even better. It's such a nice balance of cozy and social. They also have fun food options that pair well with your beverage of choice, making it easy to snack and sip while enjoying good company. Definitely a go-to spot for casual gatherings.