Great breakfast experience - mimosas were just the right strength and my waffle stack was on point!…read more Tasted as great as it looked!

The Good: The food was great! Enjoyed the fish and shrimp…read moretaco (we were there on a Friday which was their special of the day and modello. Also enjoyed their $5 burger special with a basket of their waffle fries. Also a $3 shot! They really do have some great daily specials! The Bad: The service! It started out fine but then our server seemed to forget about us. It was not busy but it took over 45 minutes for a burger. Another table that came in after us got their meal and paid and left before we even got our burgers. We asked to speak to the manager who was also the owner and he gave us 50% off, which is great but it was such a bad experience I'm not sure I will be back anytime soon, which sort of sucks cause their food is good and their specials too! Inside they have a mix of tables and booths as well as a patio area and bar. Garage doors were open when we visited due to the nice weather!

Last weekend, we went to Swell at OV for dinner. I've driven by it several times and I have…read moreapparently been missing out on some great food. The interior had a clean modern look. We were greeted and seated quickly after arriving. I selected the St. Jacques Scallops for my meal! It was wonderful! The scallops tasted fresh and the sauce that went with it tasted amazing. For dessert, I had the strawberry cheesecake! It was rich and delicious! I would recommend trying Swell! The food, service, and overall experience is worth it!

The scallops st Jacques is definitely a must try! It was our favorite. The restaurant is next to…read morea 7 Eleven but don't let that stop you from visiting.

Came with my bestie to have drinks. Drinks are awesome. Service was great and can't wait to try…read moresome food.

Located in the heart of Hampton off Queens Way, The Deep is located amongst a strip of stores near…read morethe corner. Parking is limited. When it is cold, do not sit near the door because there is a strong, cold draft that is constantly blowing. Mak made me a delicious mocktail. She was also an excellent server. I had the crab dip and the shrimp and grits. The dip did not have enough crab meat and the mayonnaise was overbearing. The shrimp and grits were okay, it was a little too soupy and greasy. The restaurant is small and quaint, but it adds a nice touch to that area.

Small but mighty, this corner spot offers intimate spaces throughout that make the experience feel…read morecozy and elevated. The portions are generous and definitely justify the higher price point. From the cocktail menu always order the Purple Rain Drop . As a crispy, baked mac and cheese lover, the seafood mac was on point. And the oxtail lasagna? Not what you'd expect in the best way. Think rich, elevated ravioli-style sauce layered with flaky, crescent-like pasta and tender oxtail. I may have been also eyeing the rasta pasta and crab fried rice a table over.

I can't express how disappointed my last visit was. My wife and I brought two friends because we…read morewere anxious to show off this restaurant. I got adventurous and ordered the oxtail lasagna. This dish was a complete failure, while also being one of the most expensive dishes on the menu. The disappointment I expressed to the waiter was met with silent disregard. No offer of replacement or compensation. No offer of apology. Just a bill. Later I messaged the owners through the web site. No response. Failures happen and can be tolerated. The lack of responsiveness to the failure is unacceptable. What a disappointment.

First of all can I just say WOW!…read more We were excited at the first because we thought the Neat Bird from Chesapeake had a new location in Norfolk Colley Avenue but there chicken sandwich was even delicious here too with a different owner! We met the owner, he is a cool band guy with a mustache name Dand. The drinks he made for us were so good and so was the way he talked with his staff and the way they worked together. My parner and I had seen that they pride themselfes on Scottish eggs, which we were lucky to try and it was also very delicious! We like that they have the vibe and also a board with many events of the community on the wall to check out while you sip on a delicious expresso martini. Good job to the Bird! now dont go opening another restaurant in Chesapeake or we will all be very confused!

Stopped I today for a few drinks (no food). Absolutely loved the espresso martini and my wife loved…read moreher Irish coffee with Jameson! The atmosphere is relaxed, but the space is small, so be advised if coming for brunch.

I love when a new coffee shop blows me away! Really enjoyed our visit to Fr8 House. First off, what…read morea cute area and cute building! Truly very comfortable and a great space. We got there early and enjoyed their sandwiches for breakfast. I wish they just had a description of the sandwich rather than having to ask the cashier, but she was very helpful and thorough. Our sandwiches were really good and the aioli they came with was AMAZING! As a self proclaimed coffee snob, the coffee was really good too. My husband enjoyed his (very hot) coffee and I enjoyed my coconut mocha. Overall great experience and we can't wait to go back!

Fr8 House is such a fun little gem here in downtown Norfolk! The cafe is very bright & welcoming,…read moreand with a bonus of the trains passing by if thats your things. It's the kind of spot that just makes you happy to walk in & stay a while. There is a good amount of seating which happens to be very spacious so you're not sitting right next to someone. There's seating inside and then a few tables outside. Check out the swings! The coffee is great with a nice selection of pastries and snacks on display. From drinks & pastries everything was really fresh and tasty. The staff are super helpful, kind & friendly. They have free WiFi & I saw lots of people working & studying from laptops. Their Parking was not an issue because they have plenty. If you haven't checked out FR8 House yet, you're missing out. Whether you're a local or just visiting, definitely check it out -- it's quickly become one of my favorite coffee spots downtown! #foodie #food #coffeeshop #coffeelover #norfolk

Let me start by saying: I walked into Stony's Dockside feeling like a stressed-out adult, and I…read morewalked out feeling like a seagull that just stole someone's french fry--victorious and oddly proud of myself. The vibe? Pure waterfront bliss. It's the kind of place where you half expect a dolphin to pop up and judge your drink choice (which it absolutely would approve of, by the way). The staff treated me like I'd been coming there every summer since 1998--even though this was my first time and I kept accidentally calling it "Stony's Dockyard" like I was boarding a ship. Now let's talk food. The crab cake.samdwich? So good I considered writing it a personal thank-you letter. The fries? Crispy enough to make me briefly question whether I should propose. The drinks? Let's just say after the second one, I was convinced I could parallel park a boat. Service was fast, friendly, and only mildly concerned when I said, "I'm ready for my transformation into a dockside legend." By the end of the meal, I was ready to move in. If they'd handed me a pillow, I'd be sleeping next to the deck like a happy barnacle. 10/10 would absolutely return, and next time I'm bringing more sunscreen, fewer responsibilities, and maybe a bib for the crab feast.

Good location, average experience!!!!!!…read more I stopped by Stony's Dockside Bar and Grill and found the experience to be just okay. The waterfront setting is nice and definitely the highlight, but the food was hit or miss. Some items were tasty, while others felt overcooked and lacked flavor. Service was friendly but a bit slow, especially during busier hours. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, making it a decent spot to hang out, but the overall quality didn't fully match the prices. It's an alright place to visit for the view and drinks, but there's room for improvement when it comes to food consistency and service!!!

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 :)

The desire to escape the many things that challenge the soul during the holidays and finally take…read morein the experience of upscale dining paired with "jazz night", met the perfect storm of a company Christmas party fully of amazingly loud and unaware guests who's vocabulary centered around the good old fashioned F bomb. Thank goodness for the company I keep, which, when able to hear each other, led to an enjoyable time overall. Lesson learned. Don't book a $200 experience for the holidays.

Exactly what we needed after 3.5 hours on the road and anxious for beach vibes on a cold April day…read moreand hungry for brunch on a budget! It checked all the boxes. Shrimp & grits heat was made to order with hot sauce bar to change it up! Service was attentive and friendly. I forgot to pack earrings and was feeling naked- shopping for those was even checked off my to-do list allowing more time to enjoy the surf at our hotel! They had a delightful assortment of affordable and cute beachy souvenirs. Would definitely go back when we're in the area

Yesterday we ate at Karla's beach house and the experience was nothing short of amazing. The…read moreestablishment was clean and had that laid back, homey vibe. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. Our waitress Laura was our favorite! She gave great recommendations and brought so much joy to our day. We had a chance to meet Karla herself and she was such a delight! She truly sets the tone for this wonderful establishment. We also were sat by this wonderful older gentleman who was such a light a to talk to. When we were getting ready to leave, the waitress that wasn't even waiting on us was so kind and wished us a great rest of the day. If you need a boost to start your day with some GREAT food and good vibes, definitely stop by Karla's beach house. You will not regret it. We will definitely be back! PS: Get the pancakes they are AMAZING!

We dined recently on a Tuesday evening which happened to also be Burger Night. Although we didn't…read moreopt for a burger on this occasion, I have had one in the past here and they are great. I enjoyed the Fried Chicken sandwich which also comes with boardwalk fries which are sinfully good. The chicken sandwich is a favorite with just the right amount of pickles, Surry ham, and arugula. The aioli is a nice and tasty addition to the sandwich. The Lobster Roll was also ordered at our table. It was enjoyed by the guest although it seemed like quite a small meal presentation especially for the price of $28.50. It was served on a small plate and just didn't look like a $30 dinner. We also ordered the Halloumi Fries which were underwhelming in size and taste. We love Halloumi so this was a bit of a disappointment. Our server was fantastic. She knew the specials and the happy hour deals etc for the night which I believe for us was 20% off of our glass of wine. She was friendly and prompt with everything. The ambiance is always nice here with dim lighting and a relaxing atmosphere.

Fantastic place with very delicious food. I had the fanciest deviled eggs I've ever had here and I…read morealso had super tasty peanut noodles with swordfish (one of the day's specials) while my husband had very delicious beef short rib with gnocchi. To top it off we shared a pumpkin creme brûlée for desert. We had an amazing server who was really friendly and knew the menu by heart. She memorized all the day's specials alongside their prices and listed them off to us without any mistakes and even discussed in length what these food items were when we had questions. The prices are a little steep but the place is upscale and food is a bit on the fancier side. They serve authentic flavors and fantastic service and I think it's absolutely worth it. The space inside is small with a bar and has intimate lighting. Perfect for a cozy date with someone. There is also some outdoor seating as well. It is situated in the livelier part of Colley and sits right across Elation. It's nice to take a walk around afterwards to see what else is going on in the area! To the right of the restaurant they do have parking space but it is small and limited so anticipate potential street parking!