Nice brunch/lunch spot not too far from the beach. We were greeted and seated right away. Staff and…read moreservice were fast and friendly. Ordered the Crab Cake Sand-wich- fried. You also have the option to have the crab cake grilled with your choice of sauce. The crab cake was really good. Perfectly cooked and season with fresh veggies. The thin cut fries were also really good. Cleared my lunch.

I had the absolute pleasure of enjoying lunch at Driftwood Kitchen today, and the ambiance…read morepossessed such a wonderful, welcoming familiarity that it felt as though I were returning to a favorite haunt. The restaurant is beautifully adorned with stunning beach murals that instantly transport you right to the coast it is a truly bright and captivating atmosphere. I also quite adore the design, which allows you to feel seamlessly connected to the artistry of the kitchen. The hospitality was entirely top-tier. My delightful server, Samantha, greeted me with the warmest welcome and expertly suggested a Bloody Mary to start, which was mixed to absolute perfection. To accompany my drink, I ordered the oysters, and they were flawlessly selected, beautifully fresh, and utterly divine. Samantha's attentive service was nothing short of immaculate throughout the entire afternoon. The location is spectacular, though I will note that parking can be a bit of a challenge toward the end. However, the exceptional caliber of the cuisine and service makes it entirely worthwhile. A completely satisfying experience I will most certainly be returning

This evening, I decided to visit Atlantic for their Happy Hour, and the experience was nothing…read moreshort of extraordinary. The exterior of the venue is undeniably striking, accented by marvelous murals and artistic decor that set an elevated, sophisticated tone before you even step through the doors. Inside, the establishment is impeccably pristine, wonderfully vibrant, and beautifully maintained. Their bar program is remarkable, boasting a serious wine collection and a selection of top-shelf spirits. For my beverage, I opted for the Smoke and Mirrors cocktail, which was expertly crafted, perfectly balanced, and thoroughly impressive. For my main dish, I selected the Fried Oysters a first for me at this particular establishment and though they were outside of the standard Happy Hour menu, they were an absolute culinary triumph! Crisp, extraordinarily fresh, and seasoned to perfection. The highlight of the evening, however, was the impeccable service. My server, Sarah, was an absolute delight gracious, attentive, and without a doubt the finest at the establishment. From the stunning aesthetics and pristine atmosphere to the divine cuisine and Sarah's top-tier hospitality, Atlantic receives absolute full marks from me. A flawless evening I shall most certainly be returning!

We did return! And The Atlantic is still among our favorite spots on the beach!…read moreWe hit the Happy Hour and the place was packed. We had a 45 minute wait but that was no big deal. Our group ordered some IPA's - Orange Starfish to be exact, and a couple of well drinks. We had the famous Smash Burgers and a a tuna slider. For an appetizer we had ceviche. We love ceviche but this version had really really soft, almost mushy scallops! No one was a fan of mushy scallops so we ate around them! We're not sure if this is how their scallops always are served, of if we just got a mushy order. Overall the food and service was great and we will be back!

Very noisy environment, food was ok..... not sure I'd eat there again. Waitress was given too many…read moretables....so service was kinda slow, felt bad for her.

Be prepared for waiting. Food and cocktails were great and they were able to meet our dietary…read moreneeds! We had a good time with family.

This is it!!!! Don't miss out on this one…read more Great service, great food, great atmosphere. I bring everyone here.

You're immediately greeted and asked if you prefer bar of dining seating. There are two booths…read moreagainst the back side wall and all other seating are upholstered arm chairs! Very casual yet trendy. There's a giant screen that displays roaring fire, ambiance! Then on the right is a mural of a sea turtle. Colorful. The waitress was friendly. I ordered the (grilled) filet mignon and shrimps served with mashed potatoes and rice. The filet and shrimp were good. The mashed potatoes tasted like boxed and the rice wasn't fluffy (texture was sticky like sushi rice) and it was tasteless. Food was a 4. Will come back for the octopus, pork belly batana or crispy fish appetizers. For a Thursday night it was just the bar crowd at 8pm.Music got super loud at some point, wish they were more conscious for the lone diner who just wanted some quiet dining in the back corner. One more thing you get discount when you pay cash...

Amazing food, great staff! Birthday's have a special surprise. This restaurant does fill up…read morequickly so get there early, before opening.

Outstanding food! We…read morewent in for breakfast and I'm so glad we did. The service was outstanding and the food even better. I got the shrimp and grits and it was absolutely amazing. So many quality ingredients for the price. I also got their sweet biscuit and you can taste that everything is homemade. We also got their biscuit smothered in gravy. The biscuit was also homemade. Everything was amazing here and I can't recommend this place enough. Also, the bar looks amazing with lots of drink specials. They do add an 18% gratuity in all checks. This would normally be a problem for me as service is hot and miss at some places. But, the device was amazing and every one of the servers help out and take care of the patrons.

We have dined here many times in many different forms. We've attended special wine pairing dinners,…read moredate nights for two, day-time tastings, the yearly warehouse sale, as a guest of large parties, and as a host of large parties. Yiannis always gets it right no matter what is thrown at them. The optional chef's choice offering (similar to Japanese omakase) provides a relaxing, catered-to experience when decision fatigue is high. We love the subtle Greek twist on the dishes, particularly how well it works with the lamb lollipops. While the food is amazing, the incredible service is what keeps us returning. It is always impeccable, with knowledgeable servers and eager sommeliers, and Yiannis himself frequently stopping by. We were even treated to a tour of the kitchen on our first visit. It is this above and beyond attitude that always makes me recommend Yiannis.

I would like to preface this with the fact that we went on a Wednesday night so maybe their weekend…read moredining is better Food: For appetizers we got the mussels. The broth was flat and still had a wine taste to it. When I told the owner, he agreed that the wine taste was overpowering and told me they got a new chef who tried a new recipe and that they will go back to the old recipe. For entrees I got the lamb chops with risotto and she crab soup. The lamb was very tender but the flavor was lacking. It was also luke warm. The she crab soup was good but too salty. The owner also acknowledged that as well. The risotto was okay. Nothing special. My husband got the grilled bronzino and broccolini. I tried some and I liked the taste but he said it could have used more flavor. Broccolini was steamed and I wish they had grilled it instead. The bread pudding was the star of the entire meal. It was made of donuts. It was moist, sweet, and delicious. Drinks: We got a bottle of champagne and two cocktails. Drinks were all very good Service: This is probably why I'm giving them 4 stars instead of 3. The service was very good. First, they called me prior to my reservation and asked if they could pre-chill any wine or champagne for my husband's birthday and I was very appreciative of that. When we got there, our drinks came out a little slow but our waiter comped that immediately. Throughout the night, the owner checked in on us several times and that stood out to me. Overall I will come back once they fix some things with the new chef. Hopefully the food will get better

My husband & I were there in 2019 & plan to go this year! It was a wonderful experience with great…read morefood & staff!!

This places hasn't changed since I was a kid. Everything is in the same place and the decor is the…read moresame. I came for the crab legs!! So delicious! I love the different options for butter and the fact they quickly put out crab legs! If you're visiting va beach, it's a must to eat here!

As a new tourist to Virginia Beach, I scanned the Internet for some great, fresh, informal local…read moreseafood, simply prepared and reasonably priced. I ended up at Dockside, and man, was I glad I did! First, they offer waterside outside seating, lots of free parking, and $18 specials if you get here before 5pm. The offer some spectacular shrimp, super fresh flounder, and better-than- average crab cakes. Coleslaw was very good. Service is prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. I found out that Chowhound recently rated the best restaurants for fried seafood in each state, and Dockside earned the best in Virginia, and well deserved IMHO.

While paralyze were a little salty, seems a little too much sodium in them from storage or…read moretransport the rest of seafood amazing salads are amazing. Cocktails are amazing and I'm glad on my way to the beach.