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Dough Boy's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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George K.

Thank you for your helpful comment, Lana! Consider next time trying…

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Mark F.

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8 months ago

Late night take out, some really good Old Bay wings and a Cuban sammy for my wife and I to split. Everything was really tasty and fresh. The fries are well seasoned and very crispy. read more

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CiCi and KiKi B.

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George K.

Glad you enjoyed our food and service! Thank you for your feedback.…

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Nelly L.

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Service was ok. The Food was greasy and extremely cheesy. The menu that said chicken had two very tiny pieces of chicken and a mountain of cheese on the topping. I was very disappointed by that as i wanted to eat chicken haha. Waitress had a long melted cheese from my food on her fingers while handing us our pizza. I would say beurk but i was on vacation. She was nice though. As well- You get folks and knives only if you asked. For that i concluded/assumed that may be they are cheap considering the two pieces of chicken that i had in my pizza and ok i might say " let's save the planet for the plastic folks and eat with our fingers Grossomodo, we felt bad after eating the pizza. I would give one star because of the 2 pieces of chicken and all the greasiness . read more

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George K.

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Shane Y.

3 months ago

Great food and service. The pizza was great. The space is very cozy and a nice atmosphere. read more

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DeShona M.

2 months ago

Ok so I'm not sure if my family and I visited this establishment on like a bad day, but the service was terrible. Our waiter took forever to come check on us leaving my mother with an empty cup for about 20-ish minutes. He also messed up my mom's order and didn't even write down our orders as we were telling him. The vibe of the restaurant was ok. Also during our visit at Doughboy's, we witnessed MANY people leave either after ordering or before even being seated because the staff weren't there to seat them for an extended amount of time. read more

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George K.

Hi DeShona,…

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Kelsey H.

2 months ago

Terrible service!! Waited almost 25 min and talked to the hostess twice about getting us started with drinks or anything...nothing! Seemed like a great spot to eat outside due to the weather and having dogs. Better service and personable servers could really help this place. I'll give them 1 star only because I have to and the menu looked appetizing. Hope your time is better than ours if you dare to wait that long to not get waited on. read more

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George K.

Hi Kelsey,…

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Amanda B.

2 months ago

We had fast and friendly service from Sarah, we will be back for the service for sure.

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Linda M.

7 months ago

We had the tribal "wave" pizza and loved it. The crust was not too thick or thin. Service was great!

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Tina C.

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Jessica J.

2 years ago

This is a nice family friendly pizza shop. My kids loved it and I must say that I enjoyed the pizza as well. The service was great and location is perfect. We'll be back! read more

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Kristy W.

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Dough Boy's is soooo Good!! Our waiter was Captain and he was great and told us what to try!! We both got a salad and it was delicious and we got the cheesy flatbread as well. We really enjoyed the whole experience. We drove and had to pay for parking, I think it was $5. I like the hippy beach vibe that Doughboy's is known for. If you're looking for a quick lunch or even dinner, you should try Doughboy's!! If you check in on yelp and it's your first visit - they offer a 25% coupon at this location. I will definitely return here next time I'm at the beach. read more

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George K.

We are so glad Kristy enjoyed her Dough Boy’s experience and Capt…

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Tommy S.

6 months ago

Once again I missed you George at 25th street which is actually considered 24th. Please explain how that happened. John was a great server he right there when I needed something. I told him about the jukebox with the famous Miltons Air Guitar band. Kudos for keeping the Pizza awesome for years. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving read more

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George K.

Thank you, Tommy!

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Mariella M.

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George K.

We thank Mariella for her helpful comments. Please know that if you…

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Chris H.

8 months ago

We had pizza here several times over several weeks. The service was great every time. The pizza was served hot & fresh every time. I love the ham & pineapple pizza. Prices are very reasonable. Glass a wine at Happy Hour $5. Regular price $7.99 read more

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Cindy H.

8 months ago

I love going dough boys when I am in town. The food is great the drinks are yummy and the atmosphere is laid backed. Today I went to the 33rd Street location and Captain Charlie was there helping out as a server. He is just such an amazing person! So fun and kind he made this my best visit and I have been many times in the last 15 years. Come for the food stay for Charlie you won't be disappointed! God Speed Captain Charlie! read more

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Adrian S.

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Jennifer D.

3 years ago

Their signs says "voted best pizza". Maybe to some, but not to me..... We chose this place because it's right next to our condo and my husband was sick so I could easily walk to pick up dinner. I got back to my room and realized they made the wrong pizza. I had ordered a chicken cordon blue pizza and received a chicken bacon ranch pizza. I ordered 2 sides of ranch (and paid for them) for my kids and didn't receive it. The chicken bacon ranch pizza was not terrible, just not want I wanted. The bacon was real bacon fried and crumbled. There was also a great amount of cheese on it which I enjoyed. The garlic bread was disappointing. It's really just a pizza with no sauce and very little cheese or herbs. The DB wave is simply pizza folded over on top of each other. The pizza portion was better then the wave portion. All in all, it's convenient but I'd try somewhere else before going here again. ************ Update: In response to owners comment, I am adding an update. I ordered directly from the company website. If the menu on your website is wrong, please correct it so others do not order something that is not available. read more

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George K.

Our menu has it listed as "Chicken Cordon Bacon Pizza." Perhaps…

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Jamey K.

10 months ago

Great food amazing service I definitely recommend loved it. Environment was so relaxing pizza curst is perfect

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Ashlyn M.

1 year ago

I rate the food 3.5 out of 5. Kids said it was pretty good we got "The Wave". I can't really say anything about the atmosphere as we were the only ones there. To me it was almost like a chucky cheese pizza with better side crust. It kind of felt a little dirty. read more

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George K.

Thank you for your feedback!

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Ciara M.

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In town on a business trip and wanted something easy but didn't want just plain old pizza we could get at home. Decided to try the "wave" style pizza from dough boys and it did not disappoint. Ordered ahead for pickup, food was ready fast & served hot! Pizza was good, came with red pepper flakes and parm which was a nice touch for to go food. Sauce was light & sweet, REALLY good in my opinion. The consistency of the crust on this pizza is also fantastic. Price was a little high, $40 for a medium wave pizza and wings but was filling and hit the spot. Wings were delicious, seasoned very well and remained crisp even after being transported. read more

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George K.

We are so glad you enjoyed!

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Gretchen R.

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The food was incredible and it came out hot and fast. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the breeze. I highly recommend this establishment and we'll visit it again before we leave town. read more

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Chris D.

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Wait does seem a bit long, came late at night but the service is friendly and the food is good. As soon as we came in, we were to to pay for our food first and then grab a seat. I checked in Yelp after I had paid and noticed a 25% off, but I already paid. I didn't mention it because I didn't mind, but if your looking for a deal... check in first. I come here just about every year but due to the pandemic missed out the last two years but I'm glad this place is still delicious and friendly. Definitely a staple in my VA beach trip. I got a basic pepperoni pizza for my kids which i ate half of and my wife and I shared a cheesesteak. Sooo good. I also treated myself to a whisky crush which was pretty strong and just as delicious. read more

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George K.

Thank you, Chris!

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Pippa M.

1 year ago

Stephon was my waiter and he was excellent. The food was extremely good and came out fast. The restaurant lights are very pretty and everything is welcoming. Overall a wonderful experience! read more

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Tony C.

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2 years ago

Hey, I tried to use the 25% off check in thingy.. manager says they don't do that anymore.. ooook so why is it available on yelp buddy?! ..whatever Gimmie my pizza so I can go back to the beach! ..weird energy man read more

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George K.

We would like to thank Tony C for his comments. While we certainly…

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Nick T.

1 year ago

The food was very good, but the service was not...We waited a looking time while others came in, sat and ate before our food was received. Hoping this is a one-off as the atmosphere and food were both good. read more

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George K.

We thank Nick for his review but we are very sorry for the slow…

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Debbie C.

2 years ago

So on our stay in Virginia Beach we discovered Dough Boy's we dine in and one afternoon we had take out on the beach Pizza super we had pepperoni and one cheese both were very good wings were good first time but not as good for lunch I found a couple op chicken feathers but would definitely have pizza again read more

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Una J.

2 years ago

Hot and good. I would recommend this pizza. The service here good and the pizza came out quick. read more

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Ricky A.

1 year ago

AMAZING FOOD!! CHARLES IS THE BEST!!! Restaurant was well clean and kept. They really treat you with kindness and are more than happy to help get you seated and served as soon as possible! read more

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Chaz T.

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I absolutely love this restaurant. We go to Virginia Beach every year and we eat there every time we come. The waiters/waitresses are soooo nice especially Charlie. Charlie is so fun and so nice. The food is so wonderful. The pizza is the best, the fries are the best, and the wings are big and really good too. It's all so good. Definitely recommend going here. read more

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Sharita J.

2 years ago

The medium pizza with sausage and green bell peppers was delicious and the waitress were phenomenal! read more

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Alexandra A.

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My favorite beach food! I always go here when I'm visiting Virginia Beach. I love the crust on the pizza. It's always perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be back for a new flavor! read more

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John A.

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Ordered DBs Pizza while sitting on the beach at the hotel....16 min later my pizza arrived lol...it was so hot that I had to let it cool a bit before carrying it outside. I used Yelp ordering and this is probably one of my most efficient experiences. Pizza was delivered hot,fresh, and so quick that I didn't mind tipping my driver extra because of the quick efficient service. I ordered the basics...pepperoni pizza and cheese bread...both were pretty decent for beach food. Dough Boys Pizza is much better than any of your traditional chain pizza shops...if visiting VA beach again...I wouldn't hesitate to consider read more

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Oli M.

2 years ago

I really enjoyed dough boys!! I went with my partner last night and the staff was super nice, I got the chicken Philly sub and my partner got the regular, and they allowed me to customize it to my liking. They had a cute bar and the diner theme was lovely. I want to try their pizza some time soon :) read more

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George K.

Thank you so much for your comments, and we are so glad you enjoyed!

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Justine B.

2 years ago

Service kinda sucked, we had to wait almost an hour for our food to finally come and we just kinda had to convince ourselves it was good when there are actually better places across the street. We came here on a whim cuz we were hungry and it was close by but I probably wouldnt come back! Also, just and FYI they charged us a service fee. read more

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George K.

We are very sorry and will look into what happened. We have asked…

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Mandy G.

3 years ago

Love the outdoor bar seating. Pizza was the perfect snack. We had pepperoni with banana peppers and two Margarita Crushes. Fresh squeeze juice made the drinks great! read more

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More info about Dough Boy's Pizza

3224 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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(757) 747-2511
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http://doughboyspizza.com/locations/

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Hours

What time does Dough Boy's Pizza open?

Dough Boy's Pizza opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Dough Boy's Pizza close?

Dough Boy's Pizza closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Dough Boy's Pizza closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Dough Boy's Pizza take credit cards?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have catering options?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza does have catering options.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have a drive thru?

No, Dough Boy's Pizza does not have a drive thru.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have a happy hour?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has a happy hour.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza serve alcohol?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is Dough Boy's Pizza by appointment only?

No, Dough Boy's Pizza is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Dough Boy's Pizza allow dogs?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza allows dogs.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have TVs?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have bike parking?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has bike parking.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have outdoor seating?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has outdoor seating options.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have parking?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Dough Boy's Pizza wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza is wheelchair accessible.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza allow outdoor smoking?

No, Dough Boy's Pizza does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Dough Boy's Pizza have free WiFi?

Yes, Dough Boy's Pizza has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Family-friendly and pizza-focused, Dough Boy’s is a locally owned pizza restaurant on Atlantic Avenue serving the North Beach area of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Known as a neighborhood favorite for decades, this location is popular with nearby residents and repeat guests looking for consistent, high-quality pizza in a relaxed beach setting. Dough Boy’s serves hand-crafted pizzas, including the original WAVE Pizza, along with a full bar featuring cocktails, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and a selection of regional draft beers. With a casual surf-themed atmosphere that works well for families and groups, Dough Boy’s has been serving Virginia Beach for more than 35 years and is considered by many locals to be one of the best pizza spots in North Beach.

History

Established in 1989.

Dough Boy’s has been serving pizza on Atlantic Avenue at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront for more than 35 years. What began as a local beach-area restaurant has grown into a long-standing favorite for families, locals, and visitors who appreciate consistent quality and a relaxed surf-inspired atmosphere.

Meet the Manager: Harmony S.

Harmony, Destany, and Shane, along with owners George and Stacy, are usually hard at work to make Dough Boy's the best it can be. If you ever need anything, always ask for one of them. You'll probably see them with patrons at their tables making sure everything is perfect.

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4.8(5 reviews)

2.0 mi

Finally visited last week (beginning of October) on a Saturday which was all day happy hour…read more(Saturday and sunday). I had the "green crush" happy hr special for $6 which was bacaedi, lime, shaved coconut and whatever else. It was so so good! Also had the BBQ sandwich, on special for $10 including chips. I upgraded my side to the twice baked potato salad... SO GOOD!! The young staff was so kind, attentive and helpful. The view is awesome, its a small ace on the water. Bar stool seating and some covered outside picnic tables on the deck. Can't wait to go back.

Hidden gem. Good for small groups (2-4 people). Right on the water, plenty of parking. Good drink…read moremenu that was made with a lot of thought.

Another view!

Bbq sandwich added twice baked potato salad instead of chips for $3 .... so glad I did it was awesome

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Esoteric Craft Beer and Curated Provisions

4.3(395 reviews)

1.2 mi

Had another amazing dinner at Esoteric, and honestly, this place never misses. Every time I go, I…read moreleave impressed by both the food, the service and the overall experience. The menu always feels creative and elevated while still being approachable, and the atmosphere is one of my favorites for a night out with friends. We started with the buttermilk fried shrimp served with cocktail aioli and VA hydro bibb lettuce, and they were incredible. Super crispy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor without feeling heavy. The aioli added the perfect little kick, and it was one of those appetizers everyone keeps reaching back for. For my dinner, I ordered the scallops, which were absolutely the star of the night for me. The orange gochugaru butter basted scallops were cooked perfectly and paired with orecchiette pasta, lemon, mint, and basil ricotta, sautéed greens with garlic and pine nuts, crispy mint, and Calabrian chili oil. There was so much going on in the best way possible. It was bright, fresh, spicy, rich, and balanced all at once. Every bite was ridiculously good. My friend got the half chicken with roasted red potatoes, Calabrian chili Brussels sprouts, smoked tomato chimichurri, hot honey celery root puree, and rosemary. I stole a few bites and immediately understood why he was obsessed with it. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sides complemented it perfectly. I also had a glass of the Cierelli Rosso Montepulciano, which paired so well with dinner. One thing I especially love is that they literally have a "girl dinner" section on the menu, which feels very fitting for the vibe here. Such a fun touch. Always impressed with Esoteric and already looking forward to my next visit.

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.