We tried this place for the first time. The restaurant is clean and the staff is friendly. I will…read morehave to say that the drinks are not that great. My mother is an avid sweet tea drinker and she was very disappointed in the sweet tea. I had gotten a Sprite My Son had gotten a Coke. and the drinks were flat. When I asked the waitress if the drinks were fountain, she said yes and I said OK. I believe something's off and she said oh yeah we know it's flat. So I said OK. Is there another option like a lemonade and then she said well it comes from the same machine so it's also gonna taste the same way. The cheeseburger and fries were good, but nothing that made it stand out

Pros: Very good Carolina pulled pork sandwich. Additional…read moreseating is available outside, though it's only practical during warmer months. Cons: Fries had too much seasoning. Grilled chicken sandwich nothing special- not enough seasoning. Small indoor seating area- only 4-5 tables. We asked for food to go since we're visiting and they only had one very small container of ketchup they could give us Overall: The pulled pork sandwich is the highlight, but the rest of the meal and the limited seating make it a mediocre experience. Convenient for a quick stop, but not a standout dining destination. Based on this, I give this establishment a 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Stopped in on our way to Norfolk from central Maryland. The waitress was very personable and was…read morepromptly at table to answer all of our questions. She continuously kept checking in with us. We ordered the Blackened Shrimp Romaine salad which was very fresh and large. We also ordered the MC Nachos with grilled chicken which was excellent. The special was a soft crab sandwich. The crab was large and grilled perfectly. The ambiance was great. Bright and full of little nautical displays with a nice view of the water They also have a rooftop viewing area. Machodoc Creek Cafe was a wonderful find !!!

What a great little place. Great view too. Was able to have a super fresh soft shelled crab…read moresandwich. It was excellent. Good bun. Worth a stop.

Amazing food and big selection. Steak and cheese subs are the best I've ever had! Online ordering…read moreis great too.

Tried the cheese steak on a Sunday afternoon and was soggy and disappointing. On the other hand my…read moredaughter's chicken tenders and fries were on point ! This was our first experience and we live near by unfortunately don't know if we will return ....

Self described "pizza snob" here (one bite! Everybody knows the rules): I hate going to…read morerestaurants and ordering steaks and pizza; they are always overpriced and never any good. In fact, since I've moved to Virginia, the god-forsaken barren wasteland of pizza, I've found two pizzas worth eating... that is until today. This isn't the best pizza I've had (but maybe it is actually), but it's damn close. My wife and I rented a VRBO in the same building, and we went to Muse after a day on the sand just to have DRINKS! I refused subjecting myself to pizza from a Virginia pizza place, even if the atmosphere and ambiance was fantastic I ordered a few drinks, and then I realized that food would be nice, so I got some really sub-par cheese fries (gritty cheese sauce that had the consistency of mashed potatoes with the taste of under-seasoned white gravy). The specialty drinks were ok (at best), and let's be honest; basil DOES NOT (!!!) belong in a drink, despite me being curious enough to order one. They were just ok, albeit over-priced, but who cares because the pizza was the star of the show! This pizza was phenomenal, and at the end of our night, we ordered one to go when we left. That one to go, by the way, was gone before 9pm tonight. The crust was chewy and crispy at the same time with tons of subtle flavor. There was minimal sauce (most restaurants in Virginia, I've found, tend to over-sauce in order to make up for their crappy crust), and the toppings that were there (onions and bacon) were working in harmony instead of trying desperately to be the focus. This entire thing was fantastically done by someone who knows what they are doing with a pizza, which is rare in this state. Bravo, Muse, for the best pizza I've had west of Cape Charles's Dead Rise Pies.

Horrible just horrible. We came there to enjoy the beach and eat lunch but all the seats were…read moresticky. Then we asked to order a few drinks but when doing so we ordered pinacolada margaritas and a mimosa but instead of saying they didn't have it they just gave us a completely different thing. Instead of pinacolada margarita we got pineapple juice with ice. Also instead of the mimosa we got orange juice with wine. My problem is not the orders but is the way they would tell us they had it but lie to our face I don't recommend

The ice house is the best! It is an affordable and vibrant brewery on the water in Colonial Beach…read more The servers are very friendly, especially Heather! She always remembers us and provides exceptional and personal service. This past weekend, we went to the Ice House to celebrate our engagement and they gave us a bottle of champagne and wonderful recognition. Along with the live music that they regularly have. They also have good food like burgers and even better wine slushies. The ambiance is super cool - Jimmy Buffet Tropical Café meets Virginia. 1000% recommend if you're in CB!

Pros:A great spot for live entertainment with a cool, stylish interior. There's plenty of seating…read moreboth indoors and outdoors, depending on the season. The wings were good, though the sauce was drizzled on rather than fully tossed. Cons:The fries were just okay. Despite staying to enjoy the live music, our wings and fries were served in to-go containers, and we weren't provided plates--expected to eat straight from the boxes, even though plates were clearly available behind the bar. Beer and cider selections were also more limited than expected. Overall: The venue has a great atmosphere, live entertainment, and decent wings, but the limited drink selection and the inconvenience of eating from to-go containers indoors significantly affected the overall experience. Therefore, I need to give this one a 3 out of 5.

Food is good. Each week there are specials and sometimes they are sold out by 6 pm because it's so…read moregood. Love the servers - Gill, Gabby, Emily and Chelsey. Great people. Tiki bar and being on the bay makes for a relaxing and fun time. The bands that play are exceptional.

We always enjoy our trips to Dockside. Food is always good and the drinks are even better. Great…read moresetting along the river. Beware. They charge you extra for using a debit or credit card. Worse part about Dockside is the parking. Especially when it is high tide.

Lenny's is a true local gem! It is hard to find authentic homestyle diner's like Lenny's. This…read morecute restaurant on colonial avenue is the perfect breakfast spot before a day on the beach! They serve breakfast food all day along with lunch items. I LOVE their crispy hashbrown potatoes. They are SO good!! They also make the bacon super crispy and eggs perfectly. Service is great and even if you have to wait for a seat, it doesn't take long. There is extra parking behind the restaurant.

On our way home today we stopped to visit friends in Colonial Beach, VA…read more Colonial Beach is a historic waterfront town on Virginia's Northern Neck, known for its second-longest public beach in Virginia, a vibrant boardwalk, and a variety of water activities like kayaking and boating. Located on the Potomac River, it offers a mix of local history, including Civil War sites and birthplace monuments, alongside modern attractions like breweries, restaurants, and year-round events. Visitors can enjoy the beaches, explore the town's shops and eateries, or take a golf cart cruise to discover the area's charm. Plus we enjoyed delicious brunch at Lenny's Restaurant. Under new ownership as of 2016 Lennys Restaurant is currently run by Shirley Griffiths. For 30 years it was owned and operated by Leonard S. Skeens, who passed away in 2007. Lenny's is a small family style restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. I had their delicious ham steak breakfast and Carol had their Turkey and Swiss sandwich. All in all, it was a good breakfast experience and a chance to spend quality time with some good friends. I'd like to return one day for lunch as the burgers and fries looked pretty darn good.

We visited with a party of 7, and despite this being Jocelyn's second large table ever, she…read moreabsolutely crushed it. The service was outstanding. She was friendly, attentive, and always on top of everything we needed. The food was great as well. The pizza was a little greasy, but it was still delicious and everyone at the table enjoyed their meals. Honestly, I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews because our experience was fantastic. What really stood out was the customer service. One person in our group accidentally left their glasses behind, and Jocelyn actually ran outside and chased us down to make sure we got them back. That level of care is rare these days. Overall, great food, excellent service, and an experience that exceeded expectations. Huge shoutout to Jocelyn--20/10 service!

Being a "tourist" town and a place on the "beach", you should expect what you get here. Our…read morewaitress was friendly and attentive, Fabi did wonderful with constantly ensuring we didn't need anything additional. Food was alright, burgers were cooked perfectly medium well.. could use a bit more seasoning but they gave a good portion of toppings and condiments on side to make it your own way! They have indoor and outdoor seating and a very large bar. They have a stage for live music. Don't come here expecting a high quality seafood place, that is not what this place is. Pick options that you'd enjoy everywhere and I think you'd be fine! Plus take in the views while here and just sit and enjoy.