First timers and it did not disappoint. We were immediately greeted and seated in a quiet area off…read moreto the side with less foot traffic. Our server was very prompt with bread and water. I am allergic to sunflower seeds and one of the selections of bread looked like it had sunflowers in it. She wanted to double check with the chef before I ate it. It in fact did have sunflower seeds and she brought me a separate basket of Italian bread. My husband ordered the seafood trio and I ordered the petite filet. Everything was top notch. The manager came to our table and asked us how are experience was going and if we needed anything else. We will definitely be back.

Overall a nice birthday dinner for my husband. He and our adult son shared the tomahawk for two --…read moreit was too much to eat. The staff boxed it for us. I order the seafood trio -- we ordered a side of macaroni and cheese and it was forgotten, after I reminded the waitress, it was brought out after I finished my main course. They brought my husband a birthday cupcake, icing was delicious. Calamari appetizer had an overly onion taste. Ambiance was great and afforded us a quiet family dinner.

Steak and Tonic is a standout in Newport News! We've dined here several times, and the food and…read moreexperience are consistently excellent. The atmosphere makes you feel like you've stepped out of Newport News for the evening. We've enjoyed both the main dining area and the speakeasy, but the speakeasy's more private feel is our favorite. The specialty game meats and quality cuts of beef keep us coming back. We've tried the bone-in elk chop, Japanese A5 wagyu tenderloin, and American wagyu bistro steak, and each has been excellent! The cocktails are on another level, too with the smoky Old Fashioned a top pick for both taste and showmanship. Please keep making excellent food and service a priority...that consistency is what makes this place so special!

An Absolutely Amazing Birthday Experience!…read more I celebrated my "Drop Older" (Lemon Drop) Birthday Dinner at Steak & Tonic in Newport News, VA, on August 29, 2026, and I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience! From the moment we arrived, Robert, the manager, was professional, attentive, and welcoming. He paired our party of 11 with Preston, and let me tell you, Preston was AMAZING! He took care of our every need and made sure our experience was seamless. We never had to wait long for anything, and he timed our appetizers perfectly while making sure our meal orders were placed promptly. His service was truly five-star! Now let's talk about the FOOD! The alligator bites were delicious, and the duck paired with mac & cheese and collard greens was absolutely CHEF'S KISS! The duck appetizer was so good and so generous that honestly, it could have been a whole meal by itself! We also had the pleasure of visiting the Speakeasy, and the ambiance was absolutely superb! The atmosphere was intimate, stylish, and the perfect way to continue celebrating. A special shoutout to Reese, the bartender, who was professional, personable, and had just the right sense of humor to make the experience even more inviting. Overall, Steak & Tonic exceeded my expectations! Great food, exceptional service, beautiful atmosphere, and an amazing team. Robert, Preston, Reese, and the entire staff helped make my birthday celebration one I will remember for a long time. Thank you for helping make my "Drop Older" birthday absolutely LEMON-DROP-LICIOUS! 5 STARS all the way! I will definitely be back!

It was OK. I cannot…read morerecall the name of this restaurant, but I do remember my husband and I dined at this location last February, but it must have been under a new name. IDK, but we dined here with friends for NYE. I believe this spot is usually closed on Tuesdays, but opened the past two Tuesdays because of the holidays, I suppose. Nevertheless, I called about 5 days prior to Tuesday and secured a reservation for 6. We arrived at the time and were seated immediately. Our waitress, Alana (spelling) was attentive and super sweet. Overall, the guests were pleased with their meals. All except me :( I ordered the fish of the day, salmon over pasta. The salmon was severely under cooked. I returned it. They prepared the dish again, this time, scales were still on the bottom of my fish. Crazy :( I opted to not eat anything. So this night was a liquid dinner. I ordered a fresh margarita with my choice of tequila. Three margaritas later - it wasn't food, but the bartender was on point! And I was full of those drinks and a few celery stalks from my husband's wing app. I would definitely return and sit and bar. This explained why the bar was so packed all night. The drinks were bomb :) Parking, I only saw street parking. Not sure if other parking is available, but this was like our fifth time visiting this area of Hampton and parking has never been an issue. Check them out at your own risk. Have fun and enjoy life :)

Cibus Chophouse in Phoebus is upscale dining. All meals are cooked on a grill and fired to…read moreperfection. The menu selection is not wrong; several selections are served daily. Your server will offer you the specials of the day. When I went, they had wagi steak for $114 a plate, I believe. There is one t door seating in the back. The restaurant is slim, so there is bench seating and chair seating. Full bar available with a variety of drinks. I recommend the smoked Ole Fashion; you can thank me later. Service is top tier. They check on you, give recommendations and house favorites, and tell you the day's special. I enjoyed this place. Great for date night but probably not the best for groups over 10. Call ahead if you have a large group. Speaking of calling ahead, you can make reservations at the Open Table app. I hope you give them a try; we will. Happy Yelping!

Kyle did his thing with this spot. I love the aesthetics in here . Perfect for a date night or…read moregirls night. I came with my daughter and we loved it . I got the Nanas chicken and she got the shrimp and grits . I couldn't leave without the bread pudding . I have been a fan since his food truck at Sly Clyde. Our service was great and quick since we came at opening Saturday morning .

Found this place while visiting our son and glad we have a new spot to go to when we come back…read more Parking was pretty easy early Saturday evening. Not sure how to describe the vibe- clean modern feel with a touch of cozy here and there - like the sofa when u first walk in. Pros: Cool sofa for waiting on a table or maybe cocktails? Krista was our server and she was delightful. Friendly and helpful - let us know her favorites and got our order in quickly since we couldn't take too long. Nice cocktail selection and even better range for apps and mains. Loved the ahi tuna flatbread!! Our favorite of the apps. Could have ordered for dinner and left very happy since it cost less too lol. Seared scallops were delicious- the sauce and fresh corn were amazing. Shrimp and grits had an impressive depth of flavor and the spinach and tomatoes were a unique addition. The black bass was also very good. Cons Prices on the higher side even for a fancy restaurant in Richmond. Didn't love the complimentary bread and butter: I appreciated trying to make the butter something unique- going for savory and sweet the white chocolate and herbs but the white chocolate didn't really work for us as an ingredient. Felt like the bread should've been crusty for butter like this and not the soft rolls they served. Didn't care for the pork belly appetizer. Instead of being crispy, it was just tough.

George's Restaurant is on Mercury Boulevard in Hampton, right across from Food Lion and Popeye's,…read morenear North King Street--right beside where the old McDonald's used to be. I actually met one of the owners while shopping at Games Farmers Market in Newport News. She spoke so passionately about her restaurant being a soul food spot that I knew I had to try it. I went within the week, and they don't open until after 3 p.m. (I believe they stay open until 1 or 2 in the morning). They even have extra parking across the street, which is nice. I went in by myself, and they told me I could sit wherever I wanted. Since I was one of the first people in there that day, the bartender/waitress greeted me with so much kindness. She went over some of the specials, and I ended up ordering the Rasta Pasta along with a drink--a Pineapple Upside Down (tea or lemonade, I can't quite remember). Whatever it was, it was delicioso. That drink was a 10/10--I'd go back just for that! When the pasta came out, it was served with garlic toast, and I also ordered some macaroni and cheese. The pasta was flavorful, and honestly, I've been thinking about going back for it again. The mac and cheese wasn't my favorite, but to be fair, I prefer baked, homemade macaroni & cheese--so that's just me, but it was good. While I was there, I chatted with several of the owners and the cook, and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I even learned one of the owners is a veteran. The restaurant has a sports bar vibe, with TVs everywhere, music playing, and a DJ--it's lively, clean, and has a great atmosphere. I really love the vibe, the people, and how comfortable they made me feel. I'll definitely be back. If you're looking for good food, good people, and a good atmosphere, I'd say give George's a try--you might end up loving it like I did.

Ambiance--The set up is Grown and sexy lounge vibe with good music…read moreService--We were able party of 10 and arriving 1 hour before closing and they welcomed us and the service was phenomenal. The owner and the chef came out to see how everything was Food--The food was great and the presentation was great as well. Although the vibe is bar like but the food served is top tier because my Rasta Pasta was top tier!! We had absolutely no complaints. We will come back on Karaoke Wednesday night!!

Circa 1918 is pure perfection and I can't believe I was honored enough to get a reservation there…read moreon a Saturday night! This restaurant is located on a little cute strip, filled with vintage looking shops. It's cozy on the outside and in the inside. The ambiance at night is giving romantic date night. It's a pretty tight space but it gives an intimate feel. I personally love that. I went here because one of my friends said that it is his favorite restaurant. He explained how their menu frequently changes and is chef-curated. He really hyped it up. And the experience I had here with friends really lived up to the hype!! Immediately waking up, the hostess greeted us with upbeat and high energy and she quickly seated us as well. The hostess also ended up being our waitress. She was very well-informed and knew the food and drinks like the back of her hand. I'm always impressed when waitstaff know what they're talking about because I've been in their shoes before. So I know the work it takes to get like that. We started with a house appetizer. I don't remember what it was exactly but it was all beautifully topped on a slice of naan. It really started off the night on a great note. Our appetizers were the charred octopus, beef gyoza, and the fried oysters. Our drinks were excellent craft cocktails that I don't remember the names of. But each one was gorgeous and delicious! Next up, we had the grilled asiago bread, bison meatloaf, pan seared duck breast, and the seared jumbo sea scallops. Goodness. Not a single disappointment in any of these dishes that I listed. Maybe one disappointment is that I couldn't have unlimited charred octopus and duck breast... LOL. I often get lost in thinking about the charred octopus here. It was crispy on the outside with the perfect amount of char, but yet it was soft and tender in the inside. I got my duck cooked at medium rare. The duck breast melted in my mouth. I didn't want the experience to end. Overall, this place is absolutely worth the hype and is all the rage. I'm 1000000% coming back here when I'm back in town again.

I met some friends who had come in from out of town here. We made reservations, and am glad we did…read more The inside is quite tight on space, so I'd recommend the same if you're planning a night out. The vibe is warm and welcoming though. The food, as it should be is the star of the show. I ordered the Duck, which was the best duck I've had at a restaurant in a very long time. Some places can over cook it in an attempt to get that crispy skin, but here it was cooked to perfection. The skin was crispy, meat flavorful and juicy, and not overly greasy. The sweet potato puree was excellent and elevated the meal. The drinks menu was really good. Our friends are Wine Connessiuers and we're impressed with the selection. Not a Connessiuer myself, though I do enjoy a nice red every now and then, our selection was really good. Circa 1918 is a bit of a trip for us, but I'm sure we will be back and I'd recommend this place to anyone in the Newport News area.

We came here right after spending a super fun, exhausting day with friends at Busch Gardens, and…read morehonestly, this place was the perfect wrap-up! The decor gives off major classic American vibes. Plus, right now they are celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary, so the whole place is decked out in festive, classy decorations. The floral arrangements and styling are beautifully done--so full of character and style. Here are my honest thoughts on the food and experience: The Mains (10/10): We ordered two entrees, and both were incredible. The meat was so tender, juicy, and incredibly easy to chew. The flavors were totally on point. Wings & Fries: The chicken wings were great, and the fries were fried to a perfect golden crisp! My only tiny critique as a foodie is that the fries didn't seem to be fresh-cut from scratch. But they still tasted good! Sauce Heaven: I love that they have a huge variety of sauces right on the table. It gives you so many great options to customize your flavor combinations! The Atmosphere & Service: The waitstaff here are incredibly enthusiastic and energetic! Their warm hospitality completely made up for the fact that the AC was blasting a little too cold inside. One tiny tip for photo takers: The lighting at the tables is a bit on the dimmer side, so it's a little hard to capture the true, mouth-watering color of the grilled food on camera. But trust me, the taste more than makes up for it! It's such a wonderful, comfortable spot to chat, laugh, and catch up with friends. Highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for great food and a festive vibe!

Hubs and I were in the area for a conference and decided to stop by. He'd been here before, my…read morefirst time. He got the steak, and thought it was ok. Medium well. Sides came out luke warm. I got the platter with brisket, burnt ends, beans and collards. Those burnt ends were delicious! The brisket wasn't bad, but definitely needed sauce. Not to worry tho, bc there are several (with descriptions) at the table. My beans were good, but cold and the collards were ok. Service was attentive and the atmosphere was clean with a normal amount of noise. TVs were there, but I don't remember if the volume was up. There were also steps going in the restaurant and going down into the dining area...FYI

We had dinner with some friends and we enjoyed our time together at Park Lane…read more It got a bit loud but hey it's a tavern after all. The food was good and I gather the beer was too. I drove so couldn't enjoy a Smitty's myself. Service was good enough. Thanks

I frequent Park Lane. It's great…read more Bacon Gouda Burger is the best burger anywhere. The Breakfast Shot is the best shot anywhere. Fish and chips Tuesday deal is insane and they are very good. Everything else is usually solid here. Great European styles pub with a lot of beer choices. Service varies, but generally is good. The bar is a typical English pub style and there's generally a seat at it for you.

went here with my girlfriend for dinner. the ambiance was super cozy and clean, and the employees…read morewere extremely knowledgeable able and tentative. i ordered a mocktail (i was DD), and as soon as i received it, our waitress warned me that the bar may have accidentally made it with alcohol just by seeing the glass it came in. clearly, she (i wish i remembered her name) knew the menu well and cared enough to get the drink remade for me. i had catfish, my gf had salmon, and we shared the pretzel app and chocolate cake for dessert. all fantastic.

Second Street was fine, but probably not a place we'd seek out again. It had more of a…read morechain-restaurant feel than we were looking for. We had hoped to sit outside, but were told there was a large group on the patio and they weren't sure whether any tables were available, so we ended up inside. I had the Main Street Burger with provolone and fries. It was good, but nothing particularly memorable. My dining partner had the veggie burger and found it a bit dry. The Pinot Noir was passable, but not especially good. Service was good and everything was perfectly pleasant--this just wasn't quite our kind of place, especially with so many interesting local options in the area.

A friend of mine scheduled a get-together at this restaurant located in the Phoebus area of Hampton…read morelast Friday. It's high-end, which I barely touch due to pricing, but it does not hurt to try something new. Let's see how the evening went. After our entire party arrived, we were all promptly seated. Inside, the decor is perfect. From the bar to the dining area, everything was spotless. You can tell the staff really cares about keeping the place tidy. And they had New Orleans-style music playing through the sound system. Very relaxing. After looking through the menu, I was ready to place my order. I chose their fish special, which was salmon with veggies and a sauce (forgot the name). This dish was very good. It was probably the best cooked salmon I've ever had. When you see seafood with the perfect crust and a lot of flavor, you're in heaven. It did have a small bone and I felt it lacked the amount of squash and zucchini, but again, a wonderful meal. There was one situation which resulted in only a 4-star review. Out of curiousity, I saw on Facebook that they offered $5 discounts. I did let my party know and we were all ready to use them when the bill was ready. But the staff told us the discount was to be used on a table rather than an individual ticket. When we looked both on Facebook and our personal emails, none of that verbage was mentioned. Not trying to sound harsh, but please be sure to state every detail foe customers. We do want to find ways to save some cash out of our wallets. Except for the discount mishap, the visit turned out well. I can say I'll be back to give them anothee go-around. Till next time :)

Our second time here and it appears they have a rotating menu bc there was already new stuff on the…read moremenu. This time I got the grilled lobster and it was fantastic!