The food is fine for the price but the manager (heavyset man with a beer gut, beard, and ponytail) of this specific establishment is a real tool. Ladies if you look good he might let you slide on free items (I've seen it myself) but fellas he's gonna hassle you even for sour cream if you don't tip him enough to his satisfaction and then complain to your face about it if you're a regular. To those that care: The specific incident that caused my review was I had went in on a tuesday for their "taco Tuesday" special. Now because I work by the oceanfront I frequent this place. I've been told they aren't supposed to let you walk out with to go orders on their taco Tuesday, but if I pay for and eat some of my food who is this manager to say I can't leave with a to go box(which in most cases I have), but I digress. I tried to do it today and the manager comes to me with a nasty attitude over me not tipping enough for his standards telling me I can't take my food to go because he doesn't feel I tip enough and "what's a 5 dollar tip gonna do for him". Keep in mind I told him I'm not ordering food for just myself I sometimes take lunch orders from work which is never more than 5 to go small tacos. I've never been rude to this man I'm a quiet person so I usually order wait and leave. I work for a reputable company that sees a lot of tourism and I often recommended this spot to our guests but due to this situation I will be advising people to avoid this place if you're not just going to drink at the end of the night on The Weekend. In the specific event the owner of the restaurant was there and confirmed they weren't supposed to be doing to go tacos which I can respect. What I dont respect is the manager picking and choosing when he wants to follow the rules of the establishment for his own gain. read more

I decided to visit after walking up an appetite at First Landing State Park. I popped in & was told to sit wherever. I found a booth & looked over the menu. Decided to start with their fried pickles which were absolutely delicious! I also ordered a hamburger but was t impressed with it. It was cooked well but lacked flavor. The fries however were absolutely delicious! read more

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Still love this place..... update to post more food pics. Also, check out the vendors on Saturdays this month.... Service is always fast, kind, helpful, funny...love them all! Always clean, welcoming and fun atmosphere with great live music and djs. read more

Duck Dive Tavern - Soup n sando spec Italian wedding, Italian sandwich, both so good went back twice...dude next to us (a reg)on his third, got one to go! - Tacos Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Nice "bar scene" with lots of tv's and pool tables. It's loud inside so not best for conversation. Service was quick and respectful. Order was received quickly and looked great. Mahi tacos were super tasty and presented beautifully. Onion rings were cooked perfectly, crisp outside and soft inside. Would definitely return to try other entrees. read more

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On one hand, this seems like the place to be on a Friday/Saturday night. However, for our purposes of grabbing a small bite and a few drinks, it really was not our cup of tea. The only reason why we decided to venture elsewhere after having a beer was because the music was entirely too loud for us. That said, the other patrons looked like they were having a great time, so that's promising for a potential visit in the future. We probably would have stuck around a bit longer if we were not pooped from our 5-hour drive to the Oceanfront. read more

Since opening on 2023/24?, they are a truly a 5 star pub. Sports always on with 6 large screens. Each and every server welcomes you with a smile and more often a discount. Yes. I even have favorites among the help .... But I'll leave that for another day. read more

Pleasant surprise! We stumbled across this place during the Strawberry Festival () and thought we would grab a drink and fries for the kids really quick then leave. The fries were LITERALLY the best I've ever had. No exaggeration. We also had the brisket tacos with the cheese crusted tortilla and every bite was amazing. I don't even like red onions but the pickled red onions were even amazing. Lastly we had the Cajun Peel -n- Eat Shrimp and they had the most amazing sauce. They were steamed perfectly and cleaned right. Everything was amazing and so glad we accidentally stopped in! read more

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Horrible service. Sever was a manager. Food was terrible also. I drive for Uber. Would never recommend this place to tourist or locals who always ask for recommendations. Complained, they could care less. read more

Great food! Great drinks! Always a must when I'm coming to Virginia Beach! Parking isn't great and I wish they were on DoorDash, but no other complaint. read more

For a Tuesday night at 11 PM, Duck Dive Tavern was absolutely poppin! After catching a concert at the Dome (which is just a short walk away), my friends and I were looking for a spot to keep the night going, and Duck Dive was perfect. The energy inside was fantastic! They had a DJ playing fun tracks, people dancing, and the whole place just felt lively and inviting. What really stood out were the deals. $3 tacos and $3 Modelos! You can't beat that. The tacos were tasty and made for the perfect late night snack. Pairing them with an cold Modelo was a great way to unwind after the show. The bartenders were super friendly, even with a big crowd at the bar. We never waited long for drinks, and they made great recommendations, especially when it came to the tacos! On top of that, you could just tell the staff genuinely wanted everyone to have a good time. It gave the whole place such a laid back. The crowd was an awesome mix of locals, after hours concert goers, and people just looking to have a good time on a weeknight. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, whether they were hitting the dance floor, catching the game on TV, or just hanging out laughing with friends. The decor gives off a cool dive bar feel with nods to the beach and surf scene, making it the kind of spot where you instantly feel comfortable. I will be back! read more

Yelp recommended this cute little spot for me. I'm in town on business and wanted a good burger. The staff were friendly and the place was clean. Very nice bathrooms as well. We ordered obay wing and just plain wings. The had nice flavor. The obay wings were a little too salty to me but they are still good. I got a double smash burger with bacon and fries. My sandwich was so flavorful and juicy. My fries were hot just like I like them and think cut. Thank God I don't live here because I wouldn't be able To fit through the door from eating here to much read more

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This is one of the better hole in the wall bars in Virginia Beach. Very good food chill atmosphere servers were great. Food was better. Will come back here again. read more

I had lunch at Duck Dive Tavern at the Oceanfront, and it was everything I hoped for. Known for their elevated beach cuisine and laid-back beach town vibes, this Virginia Beach spot has something for everyone. I started with the Feather and Thin cocktail, which was like an adult Shirley Temple. Then, I tried the Frickles--crispy, battered pickles served hot with their homemade sauce. For my main dish, I had the fish sandwich with a side of perfectly seasoned Brussels sprouts. I added bacon, cheese, and red onions to the sandwich, and it was absolutely worth it! The fish was fried to perfection, and the house-made tartar sauce brought it all together. Whether you're planning a date night, hanging out with friends, or need a family-friendly spot, Duck Dive Tavern is the place to be at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Check them out! read more

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Mini me and I spent time driving our old area looking for food. We tried many places until I ran around Ducks Dive. The food is almost awesome! But this is an area that the city wants it to change for tourists, yet most locals aren't happy with the change. read more

Duck Dive Tavern - Front side of the menu is food the other side, drinks. - Tacos Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The good reviews brought us here to give them a try. Easy parking just off Laskin Rd, This is a spacious bar/restaurant, with many booths and high top tables and chairs. The bar spans almost the entire length of the business. There is plenty of room to mingle. The atmosphere is geared to those who like hard rock, that's what was playing, but not obnoxiously loud. They also have bands coming in, I don't know their schedules. To the food. The menu is not extensive. One side food and one side drinks. Specials were posted out front and on a board in the back. A review recommended dish was the Smash burger. My husband ordered a double, and it was really stacked with all the trimmings on a fresh bun. This came with French fries that were delicious, hot, and fresh as they should be. He was in his glory with the burger. Expect it to be well done. I was not as fortunate, I ordered the Fish and Chips, which was Cod, one of my favorites! What arrived was again the delightful French fries, and the Cod was 3 oval breaded pieces about 3" long and 1" wide, maybe 1/2" thick. The Cod was barely there. It was mostly breading. I could not get the flavor of the fish!. It screamed of prepackaged and frozen. I was disappointed. They did have cocktail sauce, malt vinegar, and ketchup as condiments. The service was great. I'm not sure if we will be back. read more

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Good food and a nice menu. Service was on point and my grandson had a blast with the dart board and pool table.

They overcharged our card by roughly $30. After seeing this and looking at reviews, this is apparently common with this establishment. Horrible business. Do not go here unless you want money stolen from you. read more

Came here when in town for a weekend conference. They were slammed, mainly with people in town for our group. The staff was efficient and handled the crowd great. Highly recommend. read more

As I've seen on some other reviews on here, it seems like they do in fact tip themselves way more than what was put on the receipt. Cheyenne, I'm not too sure how to spell her name, but she was cussing out one of my friends as they were trying to pay their tab and on top of that she overcharged them and tipped herself a good $88 dollars. We will not be coming back and after seeing we are the only people this has happened to some shady shit is definitely going on. read more

Visiting in Va. Beach with the fam and happened upon Duck Dive Tavern on Yelp. The food looked good so we decided to give it a try. Everything was hot, delicious, and quick. We were in and out in under 30 min (and you know that's key with young kids). The wings were on point...juicy yet perfectly crispy. The burgers were a good size and the fries were great too! My brisket tacos were also delish! There wasn't anything we didn't like! We will be back!! read more

I got the smash burger and onion rings. Absolutely amazing. I tell everyone about it. Great atmosphere and service. The nightlife is nice also. Drinks are good and a blended crowd with great music. My go to when I want to step out and now be around too many ppl. Highly recommend. read more

Duck Dive Tavern - Double smash burger with delicious onion ring. The sauce is good too? - Tacos Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I've been wanting to try this place, typical dive bar spot nothing spectacular about it honestly. The bartender acted like she didn't even want me to eat here. The bathroom smelled like piss, the only reason I chose to eat here is because the wait was to long at another restaurant. But honestly once Miles the second bartender came in he was very attentive and checked on me, I had 3 fish tacos they were really good. Hopefully they get her attitude right so she doesn't turn any other potential customers away! read more

Where do I start Bryce - in world of post Covid bad service Bryce probably the best server I have had in years Bartending Waiter does it all before you even ask Food - shrimp - about best ever had The shrimp sauce is incredible Steak bowl got the thumbs up from wife Not a duck dive - duck one of the best off beach local places to hit ! I dont give 5 stars on first visits easy This was a no brainer read more

Very interesting bar & restaurant. Very "local" vibe place. The service & food were both very good. We had Chicken Caesar Wraps & fries/tater tots. It was very reasonable priced. Drinks & food for 4/$80. read more

10 out of 10 highly recommend. Excellent selection. Friendly & fast service. Frickles were frantastic! Cute decor & fantastic job. read more

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The food here is spectacular. You're not going to leave here hungry. I have the double Smash burger, and the old bay wings. The wings were delicious, and the Smashburger was one of the best burgers I've had lifetime. The portion they give you of french fries is ridiculous, but perfect again you're not going to leave here hungry. The service was incredibly fast and they were attentive during the entire visit. Great place to watch the game, friendly atmosphere. It looked like a lot of cold beer even though I did not enjoy any of that I did see they have a very large selection. They are doing things right here. I must visit when you were in Virginia Beach. read more

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Great little place, good food, this is where the locals hang out . Great service and very friendly staff. Can't wait to go to Virginia Beach again! read more

Great! We ordered take out, and it was great! I had the VB Cobb salad, everything was fresh and tasty! Fun atmosphere, pool table in adjoining room. Bar for pick up was clean & server was friendly. Definitely will go back. read more

Home town feel. Great staff. Very laid back. Food was good. Wasn't too crowded when we went, which was good. N

I tipped the usual 20%. When I checked my bank statements I saw they had actually changed it to a 45% tip!

came here for the first time last week with some friends, and i never would have known it existed without them. we went pretty early in the night but they had someone performing live and it seemed like it could get really fun as the night goes on. my friend had the chicken taco special and i had a smash burger. my friend is STILL talking about how amazing these tacos are and the burger was great as well. super cool place and will probably be back soon! read more

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One of the better spots in the area, less drama, solid drinks, decent atmosphere, everyone welcome. Haven't had a bad time yet

This place is a joke and had the worst service I have ever had. Went in there with four other people and they acted like they were doing us a favor. They also charged us close to $700 for two hours there. They charged two of us twice and you can't even call them because they have no phone number. Something shady is going on at Duck Dive Tavern. Stay away. read more

When everywhere else around let me down Duck Dive Tavern was there for me. It's 10pm. After a long day at work I wanted a beer and something to eat. We hit the mean streets of Virginia Beach wandering around looking for refuge but there was none. The windows were dark and the parking lots empty. As we wandered losing hope we looked up and BEHOLD. The duck dive tavern was lit with glorious light! We shuffled in as two refugees and were rewarded with booze and burgers! The specials were like gifts from god and the TVs displayed the clash of Titans. And as long as these titans of men fought on the tv the 7 dollar appetizers were honored. Long we stayed and when satisfied we left as if in a fog. Will return. read more

I have never been so mistreated at a restaurant This may be the reason for the lack of customers last night Last call was announced at 1:30am. Completely normal.... Then it was announced, 5mins later, over a megaphone everyone had to "get the f*ck out" "Security" then proceeded to physically push me, and the 10 other customers, out the door before I was able to call a safe ride home. During this interaction, the owner of the bar was sitting and laughing at patrons as they were being shoved out the door. I will never return and I am completely embarrassed that a business like this exists in Virginia Beach. read more

Treat yourself to a unique place with great food and excellent environment. We had the carne asada tacos, fish sandwich, and the smash burger. All were top notch and half the price of most VA Beach restaurants. Plus, you need to meet Miranda -- she is an outgoing ambassador of good will, cheer, and information about VA Beach. You deserve a good time, go to Duck Dive Tavern. read more

Terrible experience. Emily behind the bar is unprofessional, passive aggressive to women and would be better suited to not be dealing with the public unless you're a man that is. Would not recommend this establishment unless you enjoy waiting 30 minutes for a drink and being completely ignored. read more

Bomb ass burgers. First time there was a blast! Im a chef and i give them 5 stars for their customer service.. drinks good and food good aaaamd music good!!! Very friendly crowd!!! No lie... I posted my review of them on Google! A while back. I plan to go back next weekend ima order more food! read more

bouncer put his hands on me, i did nothing wrong, i was trying to get my drunk friend a ride home and the bouncer grabed my arm and forced me back inside, then when i was sitting inside trying to get my friend a ride i was told i had to leave, after paying for a drink and not doing anything wrong, he made me leave my drink and forced me out, bouncer has an ego problem, i am a local and i will never be coming back after being treated so poorly. the man told me his name was trey, he told me the reason he told me to leave is because when he came up to me after kicking my friend out i dismissed him, it is ridiculous to kick someone out because they didn't want to accept your apology. im not sure if trey is his real name but if it is do not go when this bouncer is working. read more

Management was not responsive to our concerns about the quality of the food. This is the second time we tried eating here and both experiences were disappointing. read more