Eating a wonderful lunch at Haltermans. Jim had fried shrimp, real French fries, huge amazing…read morecrunchy hushpuppies and Cole slaw. I had crab stuffed portobello mushrooms, with melted swiss cheese and a balsamic reduction drizzle! 10 out of 10 Go get ya some!!

The food is very good and made fresh. The prices aren't bad either!…read more However, the service and wait time was unacceptable. We waited 1 hour and 30 minutes before we got our food. Within that time period the waitress came to our table 1 time to give us our hush puppies and that is it. No refills or update on the kitchen time. There were also 2 tables that came in after our party of 4 that received their food before us. I'm very disappointed because the food is really worth the drive but service isn't.

We had your oysters for the first time at Stratford Hall. They were the best I've ever had. And I…read morehave had sooooo many from many places. We'll be finding you again soon!!!

Nomini Oysters has a pop-up tent that can often be found on weekends at Northern VA wineries and…read morebreweries. I had their grilled oysters when visiting the Winery at Bull Run. I thought they were delicious. They apparently operate an oyster ranch on the Northern Neck but seem a bit secretive about where. They apparently don't have a fixed store but will make arrangements for those wanting to buy oysters. Their website events page shows where and when they will be offering oysters. I highly recommend their grilled oysters.

The food was good, the service was great. We were there with our two dogs and were made to feel at…read morehome. They didn't even mind when mom lost track of her end of the leash and her dog wandered into the dining room proper. Pinky just walked him back out to the patio and asked if anyone was missing anyone. And make sure to ask for Pinky's special homemade sauce. Doesn't matter what you're eating. She should bottle it.

Overall, we had a nice experience at To Do Cafe & Seafood. We stopped by this restaurant while…read moredriving to Va Beach because I think it was one of the few places that was: 1. no too far off route, 2. allowed dogs and 3. was open. The restaurant has a pretty low/relaxed vibe. So low/relaxed that I thought the two people at a dining table who let me know that the porch was open for service were customers. Oh! The paper place settings have little tidbits on Virginian trivia and history. For our dining enjoyment, we went with a couple of orders of burgers. I thought my burger was pretty tasty, especially with the restaurant's special BBQ sauce. Also, I thought the portion sizes were pretty generous for the price. The only very minor issue (as of March 2026) was that the restaurant did not have its liquor license, so we could not order a round of beers go accompany our burgers. Other than that small detail, we had no problem with the restaurant. Oh, I almost forgot to mention that service was pretty good, and the prices were pretty reasonable.

Love this restaurant. It is consistently good. They have plenty of options on the menu. The food is…read moredelicious. They have multiple indoor and outdoor seating options. The new addition is well done, bright and modern. The servers are great. They have an amazing gift shop and a tiki bar.

My wife and I were visiting the area and looking for a place for our anniversary dinner. At first…read morewe were unsure of Horn Harbor Restaurant due to the mixed reviews. But with it being one of the few places open on Sunday in the area we decided to give it a go. I am so glad we did! The staff were very friendly and helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. All of the food was delicious and well cooked. Both dinner and dessert. The prices were very reasonable for the items we purchased too! Also the harbor views were really gorgeous especially at night with the rising moon. Not to mention they have a neat gift shop that keeps going and going further back into the building. We would definitely recommend this to anyone who is local or visiting!

We have ordered from Mr Headley twice (half bushel & full bushel) and the oysters have been…read morefantastic. Call a few days before you need them and he will take care of you. Bonus is spending a little time with Mr Headley.

We found James Headley and his oysters at the Dale City Farmers' Market this April. We prompting…read moreshelled out $20 for two dozen medium oysters. They were delicious! The medium oysters were generously sized -- there was also an option for large ones for $15/dozen (they were probably huge!). He also had homemade cocktail sauce, crab cakes and several other delicious looking options for sale. Everything we tried was fresh and good -- we'll definitely be back. I hope he keeps coming to the Dale City Farmers' Market! An article about James Headley: http://news.fredericksburg.com/frontburner/2013/07/04/2910/

**LEE'S SEAFOOD DINER -- (and I would give it a sixth star if the tyranny of the five-star system…read morepermitted)** I did not eat at Lee's. Lee's ate *me*. I walked in a man and walked out a myth. The moment the door swung open, a bell rang -- no, a *bell tolled* -- and the salt air hit me like a letter from an old lover. Somewhere in the back, a fryer sighed. I understood, instantly, that every meal I had eaten before this one was merely rehearsal. The hush puppies arrived like small golden asteroids from a kinder planet. I bit one. My ancestors stood up. The fried shrimp -- plump, glistening, arranged with the casual confidence of a Renaissance fresco -- were so good that a man two booths over stopped chewing simply to watch me experience them. We locked eyes. Nothing needed to be said. The coleslaw. I will be brief about the coleslaw only because I cannot speak of it without weeping. It was cold. It was crisp. It knew things. Our waitress, whose name was Denise and whose true name is probably written in the stars, called me "hon" exactly four times, each one landing like a papal blessing. She refilled my sweet tea before I knew I wanted it refilled. She *anticipated my thirst*. NASA should study her. The tartar sauce came in one of those little paper cups. Peer-reviewed journals are not ready for what was inside. Décor: nautical rope, one (1) enormous varnished fish, laminated menus soft as old money. Perfect. Flawless. Do not change a single thing, Lee, I am begging you. I left $12 lighter and 400 years wiser. Go to Lee's. Order the platter. Tell Denise I'm doing better now.

Came to Lee's for dinner with my son on an early Friday night in December. Pro-tip: this place gets…read morepopular full quick! It is popular, for all the right reasons, so take that into your planning. We were seated quickly because we arrived before 5:30! By the time we left there weren't many open seats. The waiter was great, well timed and very competent. Inside it was cozy and ready for the Christmas holiday's. Something possessed me so I ordered a margarita. Pretty good! I have crazy margarita standards and this one hit the mark. We also started with hushpuppies. Since I used to have a summer job where ALL I did was make hushpuppies at a fish fry shack, I can personally rate hushpuppies and these were outstanding. I'm a sucker for crabcakes. So, of course, I had to have a crabcake sandwich. I didn't want to go all in on the meal and the sandwich seemed the perfect fit for me. And it was! Just the way I like them and wouldn't have it any other way. I went with mashed potatoes gravy as one side. It was very good and will be my new staple. I wanted a good vegetable that I could identify, but the only option that appealed to me was the cucumber salad. I don't remember the last time I ordered that. After the edition, I should order it more! The reason this has been a successful family run business for the last 80 years is because it is reliable, tastes great, and would be the poster child of a place that excels at "comfort food". And I write that with pride.

We happened to be in Tappahannock, VA on a Monday evening celebrating our nephew's birthday and, by…read morechance, ended up at 528 Italian American Restaurant, and we're so glad we did. We had a party of 10, and they were incredibly quick to accommodate us. From the start, the service stood out. Our server worked hard throughout the evening to ensure everything was smooth and that we had an excellent dining experience. The food was fantastic. A few of us ordered the 40 oz. Tomahawk steak with shrimp and two sides, and it was easily one of the best steaks I've had. While $120 is definitely an investment, it was well worth it, the meat was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The sauce on the side complemented it nicely, the sides were delicious, and the presentation really elevated the entire dish. It's also large enough to easily feed two people. Others at the table enjoyed a variety of dishes, including the surf and turf special (ribeye and shrimp for $40), a fish sandwich, and a ribeye steak and cheese. Everything that came out looked and tasted great. They also brought out complimentary bread with a homemade dipping sauce, which was a nice touch. You can tell they take pride in their food--we got the sense that much of it is made in-house. We also tried a few desserts, and they did not disappoint. The carrot cake, in particular, was one of the best I've had. Inside the restaurant was large and looked like they could host banquet and parties. We even had the opportunity to meet and talk with the owner, Tony, and were impressed by his background and passion for what he does. Overall, we had a great experience, and most importantly, our nephew had a wonderful birthday celebration. We will definitely be stopping back in the next time we're in the area.

This restaurant is our go to place for good food, the quality is great the staff are very friendly…read moreand the food never disappoint. We always visit when the crowd are gone allowing us to take our time and enjoy our meal and outing.

This is a whole sale seafood place. They raise and harvest oysters. Call before you go to make sure…read morethey have oysters. They sell them in large sacks, like 100 oysters. It's a great place and it's the real deal. You basically walk in a door that says do not enter. They are working shucking oysters. They will get you a sack and pay by cash. It's a rough and real as can be. They do have jars of oysters as well as sacks. You can't just buy a few dozen. Bring cash, call ahead.

Look here, look listen... This is the best seafood I've ever had. It is hard to top some Wendy's…read moreChili but their oysters are right with it. My buddy Sebo told me about this place when we were fixing up my salvage V6 Mustang and I've been addicted ever since. When I stream some R6S (which is a game I hate) I enjoy some fresh oysters. I highly suggest this place.