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    HK on the Bay

    3.8 (382 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Butternut chicken gnocchi in the foreground, pork belly bowl in the background. Both were excellent!
    Jill F.

    What went well, yelp?? EVERYTHING!! I never would have guessed this unassuming, small neighborhood bar would have such amazing food!! We started off with the appetizer special which was Caprese Crostinis (sorry, we were so hungry, we dug right in, totally forgetting to get a picture). It was really good! For entrees, my hubby had the Pork Belly bowl, which he said was really good with just the right amount of spice. I opted for the butternut chicken gnocchi, and oh, my word! It is so very good!! We are here on a Monday, so we're planning to stay for the Music Bingo. Everything was an absolute 10 stars!

    Bar area Wednesday, April 1 2026 5:30 tablespoons of 7 got right in. Good vibe. By 6:30 it was packed.
    Mrs. Kristen C.

    Wednesday night 4/1/26 from the reviews we arrived at 5:00 when they opened. Table for 7, we were seated right away. Food was good. Drinks were a little weak. Overall, music was Jack Johnson vibe. The she crab soup was very good. Thank you to our server, I didn't get his name. They were supposed to email my receipt albeit didn't receive it. Enjoy!

    Victoria D.

    Okay okay, HK has been a favorite of mine for YEARS. Located in the heart of chicks beach, they are a neighborhood favorite. Whether you're going post-beach on the weekend for a wrap, or heading there for a date night, their menu never and service never disappoints. They have a great happy hour from 3-6 PM, and weekly specials like wine night, tostada night, steak night, oh and can't forget about music bingo! We came on a Tuesday for Tostada night, which I've never tried before. But first, we ordered a bottle of cab and the seafood nachos to start. Do not get me started on these nachos! I crave them. The tortilla chips are piled on top of crab soup, topped with shrimp, crab, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato and their hell sauce. Hands down the best thing on their menu. For tostadas, we had some fun. We tried 4 different ones and you get to build them yourself! We did two steak, one with pineapple salsa, lettuce and spicy ranch, and one with black bean and corn salsa, steak sauce and lettuce. The other two we did had shrimp, lettuce, pineapple salsa and one had spicy ranch, one had red pepper aioli. For $6 a tostada, it was a steal. We cut them into fours and had about two pieces of each with plenty leftovers. Shoutout to their staff for always giving great service, and the chef, Forrest, for always making his rounds to make sure everyone is happy, full bellies and enjoyed their meal!

    nachos
    Sarah K.

    for appetizers we got wings and split the sauce into 2; old bay and hot. we really enjoyed the old bay and how crispy the wings were. we also shared the nachos and they were pretty decent. for my main, i got the burger with gouda cheese. it came with a pickle and was yummy. for my side i got the caesar salad. for my drink i got their spicy marg and really enjoyed the spiciness that was infused. the service was great and what led us to eat here was they offer beach parking if you buy a $40 gift card and that's a pretty sweet deal. we were all so hungry after a long day at the beach and we enjoyed the food and ambiance at the place. it was perfect alignment, 10/10 would recommend if in the area!

    Belle A.

    Good ambiance with a local vibe nestled in the neighborhood. We ordered the 11 oz. Sirloin with Asparagus. I had mine prepared medium well and my friend ordered his medium rare. The cook did a great job preparing our sirloin steaks! However, they were stingy with the asparagus ($4 for 4 stalks). The sirloin steak was definitely worth the $19,but the price for the sides is too high for such paltry servings. Otherwise, great choice for dinner!

    Crab Cake entree
    Sally C.

    This was my 1st time here as HK. I am sorry it took me so long. The food was throw your fork down delicious!!! We started with tuna bites, She Crab Soup and Crab Dip. And then someone ordered the Crab Cake entree. The tuna bites had a good flavor but they were overcooked. She Crab Soup was delicious and the Crab Dip was freaking amazing. It came with so much bread and the dip was full of Crab and so creamy. Perfection! The Crab Cakes had no filler. Some of the best I have tried. The mashed potatoes were delicious and so were the asparagus. Everything was perfectly cooked! They have a great HH from 4 to 5. Its a bit small inside but it was full of families and groups of friends. There is also an outdoor patio. Patrick took such wonderful care of us. Knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back, especially for HH and I recommend.

    Fish and chips
    Lea Z.

    This was the best food we had in the Va Beach area. It was not the most expensive or the classiest but it was delicious. Our service was friendly and knowledgeable. We ordered the poke appetizer and it was by far the largest I've ever had. A bit strange presentation but it was fresh and yummy. The Korean pork belly Bowl was very good. Hubs loved the fish and chips and my granddaughter inhaled her steak. I found it very reasonable and would definitely go back.

    Toasted bread and crab dip
    Sabrina C.

    After going around looking for seafood (4 restaurants to be exact), we stumbled upon this little hole in the wall tucked away near a residential area by the beach. I must've gotten there around 9pm because there was a band starting to set up for their performance. Once we sat, it did take a while for the waiter to come to us and take our order. The menu has a limited selection and is to the point, which I liked. For starters, we asked for crab dip, which came with toasted bread. Now you see... I'm not a fan of crab, but babyyyyyyyyy, I became a fan today. it was so rich in flavor and consistency. The bread was warm and soft in the inside and toasted on the outside. I ordered the Coconut Shrimp Scampi with linguini and added broccoli, while a friend of mine ordered Flounder with fries. I was a bit hesitant of what I ordered because of the coconut and scampi combo with linguini, but once my food arrived, my mouth started to water. I took one bite, and let me tellllllll youuuuuuu, I immediately started digging in for more. The coconut in the lime sauce wasn't overpowering. It was the perfect amount of coconut flakes on the meal. The jumbo shrimp were definitely tasty and juicy and the broccoli had the perfect bite to it- not too crunchy or soggy. I had a forkful of the flounder, the batter was seasoned lightly, but the fish was def tender and somewhat flavorful. I didn't bother tasting the fries. As the band played, the tiny place became crowded. Patrons are early 30s and up. Bathroom had a little sewage smell, which was understandable because if location, and if you want a booth/table near the stage floor, get there by 830. Parking available, but park away from the door, as patrons lean on your car I'll be back just for that meal

    Shrimp and grits
    Amanda-lee P.

    Went for Father's Day-great food even with the limited brunch menu. Choice of buffet or menu and we were all happy!

    Tuna Bites
    Stephanie T.

    Visiting Norfolk and got invited to try this local hideaway. It was music bingo night, and the place was definitely packed and a bit noisy so probably not the best choice for a quiet date night. But the food was surprisingly tasty! The tuna bites were probably some of the best seared tuna I've had in a while, and the crabcake, which is known to be one of their specialties, was equally good. Servers were attentive, drinks stayed full, but don't be surprised to pay a few extra dollars to eat here. Menu prices were a little steep, but the food quality was excellent.

    Pineapple Blackberry Smash
    Michele R.

    Close to Chic's Beach Great service Ordered: Smoked Gouda and beef tip pasta Pineapple Blackberry Smash

    Surf and turf fajitas
    K L.

    First time at Virginia Beach, first time at a restaurant. The best part, there's an area where dining with your pup is allowed. Food was great, big portioned, delicious. Staff was really nice as well. Credit card was accepted

    Steak Night: ribeye with risotto
    Nancy H.

    Steak night is incredible. Thursday evenings, great deal, with great drinks and a good atmosphere. We came in around 5:30pm and were seated quickly. They have great outdoor seating, but it was super hot and muggy so we chose to sit inside. Our server was wonderful, but I forget her name. She did however tell us that she had been there for about 20 years and was a previous teacher. If management can gather who this wonderful server is, please give her kudos for being welcoming and giving great recommendations and service. Drinks; I got their cucumber cooler cocktail which was very refreshing.. perfect for a hot day. We started with their Brussels which were also good. For my steak; I got the ribeye with two sauces on the side. The blue cheese sauce and the HK steak sauce. They were both delicious, but I surprisingly preferred the steak sauce. My steak was cooked to perfection and the risotto was some of the best I've ever had. If you can't tell, I highly recommend HK. I look forward to trying their regular menu on a day other than Thursday.

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    This restaurant is extraordinary and that the food service and the ambience are excellent!

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    Excellent food!! Food is tasty and small local restaurant vibes. They have a lot of seafood options on the menu.

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    the service was great they're workers are amazing. the crushes are SO GOOD i stuck to the key like pie one.

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    La Oficina Steakhouse and Cantina - Mahi Mahi

    La Oficina Steakhouse and Cantina

    4.4(83 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    La Oficina Steakhouse and Cantina is located in the Market Square Shopping Center along Virginia…read moreBeach Blvd. This is the same shopping center where Hobby Lobby is located, but they are at the other end of the shopping center. My most recent visit here was on January 23, 2026. I've seen this place several times as I have gone with my mom to Hobby Lobby. It caught my attention again to try this place when they were listed as a part of the 2026 Virginia Beach Restaurant Week. This is what ultimately got me to get in and try them out. The outside of the place is similar to other places next to the business, but they are very easy to spot. On each of my visits here, I didn't encounter any issues with parking and such, so there seems to be ample parking available. When my mom and I first came in, we were immediately greeted and were able to get a table immediately. I wasn't sure what it would be at first since I saw stuff about reservations. This first visit was on January 21, 2026. Once we were seated, our server came to the table to ask us what we wanted to drink. I did the water with lemon, and my mom went for a Coke, though the Coke never came to the table during this first visit. In the end, that was no big deal. Since we were here specifically for the restaurant week, we stuck to that menu that evening. For the appetizer, I went with the Picanha Empanadas. For the main entree, I went with the 8 oz Filet Mignon with Green Beans and Queso De Mano as my two sides. For the dessert, I sure did go for the Rum Crème Brulée. My mom ended up doing the same thing on this first visit. A few minutes after ordering, the Empanadas came to the table. This came with an olive mayo chimichurri for dipping. The empanadas and the chimichurri complemented each other very well. The taste was amazing too. A few minutes before the entrees would come out, our server came over and put some hot sauce and chimichurri sauce at the table to use. When the entrees came out, they looked really good, and they were hot, so it took a few moments to start. I started with the green beans, and they had such a great flavor to them. By the time I finished that, it was time to indulge in the Filet Mignon. I had ordered it on medium, and it was cooked perfectly. This is not something I have often, but this was awesome. The flavor paired with the chimichurri sauce made it an enjoyable entree. I finished off the main course with the Queso De Mano cheese. This was a very flavorful cheese. The last course was the Rum Crème Brulée. It was quite the surprise when the server came with a blowtorch to go over the top of the dessert. This dessert was the ultimate indulgence for me as I don't normally do these types of foods. The experience was so good that we decided to come back a few days later, on January 23, 2026. I would end up getting the same set of items since it was still restaurant week, but we also ordered the Guacamole appetizer since we were there during happy hour. The chips and guacamole were amazingly good. You can tell it was made fresh. My mom got the Picanha Burger this time. I can say she really liked the burger. Overall, these were two excellent experiences during the restaurant week. The food and service were great with no major issues. One thing I want to note is that they do charge a 3.5% fee if you use a card to pay instead of cash. If you're looking for a unique type of steakhouse, this place is absolutely worth checking out.

    I went on Mother's Day for dinner with my boyfriend and the place was packed with a steady stream…read moreof people coming in. We did not have a reservation but were still seated immediately. We had three servers approach our table to get our drink order until one of the three settled on being our server. Odd. I ordered their Filet Mignon and it came with two sides. I picked boiled yucca and asparagus. (Note: Asparagus and Green Beans were the only vegetable option.) They seemed to have a dedicated staff for delivering food to the tables, but they brought the wrong order to our table at first. Thankfully, it was a quick turnaround for the right order. We may have waited fifteen minutes tops for our food after placing our order. Not bad for a busy place. I got my steak rare (the only way to eat a steak) and it came out perfectly. It even had hints of flavor from the grill. Know what I mean? My yucca was okay. Not excited about the pickled onions on top (it didn't say that on the menu) which I scrapped off. It was seasoned lightly with butter and salt. My asparagus was crisp and delicious. Anytime I cook it at home it gets mushy, yet theirs was spot on. The restaurant itself was a bit dark inside, and decorated with a country-western vibe. (I remember when it was a karaoke bar, RIP!) The service could have been better, but their food is a good enough reason for us to return.

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    La Oficina Steakhouse and Cantina - This is an overall view of the Bar Area.  Photo taken January 21, 2026.

    This is an overall view of the Bar Area. Photo taken January 21, 2026.

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    Gaston's Italian Steakhouse - It's was my Birthday. I blew out my candle. Delicious New York cheesecake was awesome

    Gaston's Italian Steakhouse

    4.1(103 reviews)
    7.2 mi

    Service was 10/10. I've never been to a place where they fold your napkin every time you get up…read morehaha that was pretty neat. Food was fantastic! Starters- Platter was good, but it was a lot of food! We probably didn't need the fried Mozzarella but that was tasty. Lombata Marsala was sweet and tender even with the bone in. Potatoes were quite fancy and tasted good. Both petite and ribeye steaks were cooked perfectly, those were very tender. Fettuccine I was not able to sample but it looked great with plenty of sauce. Desert was a must have. Cheesecake was good but there needed to be more of the strawberry sauce and maybe a tad less sugar. My favorite dessert was the gellato in the chocolate ball. I don't care for pistachio icecream and I loved it! Ambiance was very fancy. I would go here again!

    While in the area finishing up a wine event, my friend and I decided to stop by Gaston's for…read moredinner. With it being a Thursday evening, we were able to be seated right away because it was practically empty. Gaston's is absolutely beautiful. The entrance displays a beautiful, vibrant picture of Italy. There's also a stand that displays the Dining Area Dress Code, which is Business Casual Attire. Our server stopped by our table and was very pleasant. She was able to answer all of our questions and gave us some time to look over the menu. The complimentary Focaccia Bread with the fresh tomatoes were simple yet delicious. We had olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the table as well that could be used as a dipping oil for the bread. I decided on the Onion Soup to start, which was very savory and delicious. For my entree, I ordered the Wagyu Bolognese and my friend ordered the Fettuccine Alfredo. Unfortunately, the pasta in our dishes were a bit hard and chewy, it should've been cooked a tad bit longer. Also, my friend asked if the pasta was homemade and the server let us know that it wasn't...we could tell! You would think for an Italian restaurant like this, they would've had homemade pasta, it definitely would've helped the dish. The Bolognese was okay but lacked a lot of flavor. I barely ate it. The restaurant was beautiful and the service was great but I've had better pasta elsewhere. If I were to return, it would probably be for the soup and appetizers.

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    The Butcher's Son - Sirloin Steak

    The Butcher's Son

    3.9(485 reviews)
    7.5 mi
    $$$

    Let me start by saying so many people have recommended The Butcher's Son saying it was top tier and…read moreabsolutely delicious, so I was really excited to finally try it for myself. First, let me say the service was absolutely TOP TIER! The staff was attentive, friendly, and the overall atmosphere definitely gave that elevated dining experience. I don't mind paying for a fine dining experience as long as the food matches the experience. We started with the crab dip appetizer, and honestly it was solid. Definitely a good appetizer choice. For drinks, I kept it simple with a tequila sunset and substituted pineapple juice for orange juice a good drink! Now for the meals. I ordered the lamb chops with mashed potatoes and green beans. I hate to even say this because I had such high hopes, but the lamb chops lacked seasoning for me. I ordered them medium, but they were definitely more medium rare. I love a medium rare ribeye, but not so much with lamb chops. The mashed potatoes and green beans were decent, but overall needed a little more flavor. My husband had the Butcher's Burger with wedges. He said it was a solid burger, slightly overcooked, but still good overall. He did enjoy the different flavor the pork belly added. My daughter ordered the Pasta Pescatore and said it was good, but not necessarily an "oh my goodness, I have to come back for this" type of dish. Overall, because so many people told me I would LOVE The Butcher's Son, I think my expectations were extremely high. The experience and service were excellent, but the food itself didn't completely wow me. It was good, just probably not my first choice for a return visit.

    This is my husband's and I 3rd time visiting The Butchers Son, and as always we left pleased…read more We came in to celebrate our anniversary, first meal without one of our kiddos in ages. The atmosphere is nice, the food is spectacular, service this time was just ok but not something that would ruin our night. Our waiter was very absent for the most part, it did take a while for us to get our drinks and order; not much check backs for refills and such but overall he was a good server. The food is always amazing, I've never had a negative experience for their food. And the location is nice. The establishment is clean, more on the higher end, we came in dressed to impress for our date but you had a mix of how people were dressed. Down to just your everyday wear. 10/10 recommend

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    Fall into Bourbon event 09.27.23

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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Classic Tomato Bruschetta

    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    4.4(809 reviews)
    7.6 mi
    $$

    Special thank you to Kaila and Dana, for saving the day for me and my guests (3-15-2026). It was…read moremy husband's 80th birthday. It was important, due to my husband's hearing loss, that we be seated as far from the most crowded areas of the restaurant. Upon arriving, we were to be seated very close to the bar and wine tasting event. Kaila and Dana found a solution to the problem which was just the solution we desired. Hats off to that team. @Kaila @Dana Betty Sue Cohen

    Great for Wine, Not for Dinner (Unfortunately) I don't know…read morewhy my Bestie and I keep doing this to ourselves -- we love Cooper's Hawk for the wine tastings, but every time we try to give dinner another chance... it ends the same way. After our tasting, we decided to sit down and order one of our longtime favorites: the short rib with mashed potatoes and vegetables. We hadn't had it in a few months because the last time was an epic fail, but we figured we'd give it another shot. As always, the pretzel bread and butter were a highlight -- that part never misses. The entrée, however, was another disappointment. The vegetables were noticeably undercooked -- still hard and crunchy -- and the dish came out with barely any sauce, even though I specifically asked for extra. For a short rib dish, you expect that rich, flavorful gravy to tie everything together... and it just wasn't there. A manager did come over after I pointed it out, and she genuinely tried to make it right, which I appreciated. We were offered another meal to take home, but at that point we were honestly just over it. To end on a positive note, I tried the Banoffee Pie for the first time (recommended by the manager), and it was actually really good -- rich, sweet, and worth trying. I also ordered their chocolate cake to go (which I usually love), but when I got home, it wasn't in the bag. I had to call for a refund, which they did handle -- but it just added to the overall frustration. At this point, it's become a pattern. When I first started coming here over a year ago, everything was consistently great. Lately, though, the dinner experience has been more miss than hit. We'll absolutely continue coming back for the wine tastings -- those are still top-tier. But for dinner? We're done trying.

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    The Hunt Room - Smores Brownie

    The Hunt Room

    4.1(259 reviews)
    8.6 mi
    $$$

    We were celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary, so my wife and I decided on the Hunt Room…read more Located in the basement of the stunning and historic old Cavalier Hotel. Valet parking at the Cavalier - which I like. I don't have to hassle with parking, a set price of $7.00 plus tip to the Valet. Just part of the ambiance of the hotel. The Hunt Room's atmosphere is you Dad's old hunt club vibe. Pictures of animals, stuffed birds and deer heads on the walls, Leather couch and chairs around a fireplace, and warm wood paneling and low lighting. Very comfortable. Our waitress was awesome in every respect. She asked the right questions, made great wine recommendations. Her timing was perfect, very quick and efficient, and very personable. She was wonderful. We started with sharing the four Reuben Egg Rolls with Russian dressing appetizer. Crispy flaky crust with delicious Reuben meat inside dipping into enjoyable Russian dressing. We ordered salads and our waitress asked small or large. Once she explained the difference, small Wedge for me and a small Pickled Beet Salad. Both were excellence. For comparison, the large salads are a meal unto themselves. My wife decided on the Wild Mushroom Risotto for her entrée. A very generous bowl of rice, wild mushrooms, and peas in a creamy garlic sauce. She loved it. My wife could only eat half of it; the rest came home in a doggy bag. I had the pan roasted venison loin. Two big medallions cooked medium rare, laying on a bed of creamy garlic mashed potatoes and peppercorn demi-glace with roasted Broccolini cooked just right, wilted with some crunch still left in them. We both really enjoyed our dishes and highly recommend both dishes! We finished with some nice hot decaf coffee and shared the creamy delicious Bourbon Apple cheesecake and the warm Upside-Down brown butter cake which is suppose to come with mango sorbet. But our waitress agreed to my request for vanilla ice cream instead. These desserts were fabulous. Thank you, Hunt Room for a great 45th Anniversary night out.

    It was my first visit here and I was really looking forward to it because I heard such good things…read moreabout it. It's located in the basement of the historic Cavalier Hotel which is absolutely gorgeous. Valet parking and they charge you $7 and if you pay through the app, it's additional $1.25 service charge. Like they aren't charging you enough for the food, now you have to pay for parking too. Let's not forget the tip for the valet guy too (deserved). The atmosphere is like a man's cave. Dark and like the name, "hunt" decorated. When you enter there are overstuffed leather sofas in front of a fireplace. Tons of photos of animals as well as taxidermy animals. Everything relating to hunting. The place was rather loud with a few large parties. To the point that my guest and I couldn't even hear each other. Once they left, it was nice and quiet, unfortunately, we were about to leave as well. I was told it's best to make a reservation, so I did through open table but I don't think it was needed at the time of our off-peak visit (3.16.2026). Service was great. The waiter kept returning to see if we needed anything and how the food was. It was our first time trying the Oysters Rockefeller ($18 for 6) which is Half Shell Oysters stuffed with a creamy spinach and applewood smoked bacon which were good. At this time, I had nothing to compare them to, but 2 days later, I had them at The Atlantic on Pacific and those were SO MUCH BETTER! A lot cheaper too during happy hour. I had the Filet Mignon ($49) - Garlic and Herb whipped Potatoes, Roasted Broccolini, Tarnished Truth Steak Sauce and Sauteed Mushrooms (I'm allergic to Mushrooms so I had them on the side for my guest to enjoy them). Very good meal. The Tarnished Truth Steak Sauce is so yummy, I could drink it. Complimented the Filet Mignon and the potatoes so well. The broccolini was also delicious. For dessert I got the Smore's Brownie ($10). It was more like a chocolate cake with marshmallow, Caramel and Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream. It was not worth the money or the calories. Pretty tasteless. You need walnuts in a Brownie or it's just chocolate cake. I had gotten a Reuben sandwich ($18) to go and it was very fatty like bacon. Unfortunately, it was a waste of money because more than half of it went in the garbage due to it being so fatty. I felt the place was rather pricey and if you are just dining there, I do feel the valet parking should be free or reimbursed by the restaurant (i.e. take the charge off the bill). I think you can find some more reasonable places and better food nearby.

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    The Hunt Room - Interior of the Hunt Room

    Interior of the Hunt Room

    The Hunt Room - Citrus broiled Cornish game hen

    Citrus broiled Cornish game hen

    The Hunt Room - The exterior of the Hunt Room in the basement of the Cavalier Hotel

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    The exterior of the Hunt Room in the basement of the Cavalier Hotel

    1608 Crafthouse - Shrimp And Grits

    1608 Crafthouse

    4.4(756 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    The food and service were so good. I really think they should maybe change the ambiance a little…read morethough. Make it brighter and a little nicer . But we loved it!

    I haven't visited 1608 Crafthouse much, which is a shame because I've always enjoyed their food and…read moreservice. The last time I set foot inside their Pleasure House Rd location was at least 10 years ago. I celebrated my birthday there as my friends were kind enough to take me out. It was a Sunday morning and I sought out a place that offered brunch. I noticed 1608 was open and decided to head over, especially since I haven't visited them in ages. When I walked in, I noticed their dining room is dimly lit - much darker than I remember. I was greeted immediately by a kind hostess and she proceeded to sit me at a nearby table and provided me with menus (one food, one alcohol). I took my time looking over the food menu, and in the meantime I ordered a pint of Center of the Universe's Bald Irishman and a bottle of Boylan's Black Cherry soda (they do not have a soda fountain). What made this visit memorable was that 1608's bartender, Hunter, was an old acquaintance from back in my restaurant days. He spotted me and came over to say hi. After my meal, I continued to catch up with him at the bar. His presence made a pleasant experience even more fantastic. I thought I was hungry, so I ordered 2 dishes - Smoked Ham Fried Rice and the Breakfast Burrito. According to Hunter, every item is made fresh in house. After biting into each, you could tell that's true. Both the fried rice and burrito were delicious and boasted lots of flavor. Although I prefer my fried rice a bit simpler (if you give me just garlic fried rice, I am SET), 1608's fried rice (veggies, garlic, soy, basmati rice, 2 runny eggs, smoked ham) had a lot going on, which made for a flavorful dish. I liked the rice and the burrito (Korean style fried chicken breast, scrambled eggs, cilantro lime, cheddar, pico de gallo) a lot. I didn't finish either because it was a lot of food (I really thought I was hungry, haha). But these leftovers turned into a fantastic dinner later on. 1608 looked clean and organized, although I thought it was a little too dark inside, at least for brunch service. That's not a dealbreaker since everything from the food to the service was as excellent as I remember. I hope to return soon with my mom. Regardless, I'll find my way back eventually. Thank you, 1608 Crafthouse! And great seeing you again, Hunter! JV

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    1608 Crafthouse - Wall of Fame

    Wall of Fame

    1608 Crafthouse - Pan Roasted Swordfish w/"everything" crust & confetti vegetable pilaf

    Pan Roasted Swordfish w/"everything" crust & confetti vegetable pilaf

    1608 Crafthouse - Flounder And Scampi

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    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge

    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge

    3.6(42 reviews)
    12.8 mi

    Made a reservation and showed up 30 mins early and we were seated right away. Thought the inside…read morewas very nice and cozy. Really like the privacy as well. We ordered the truffle fries (my husband loved them) but I thought they needed a little more truffle. I told the waiter what drink I liked and he customized one for me. It was really good I had two! I ordered a medium ribeye with the potatoes and the steak itself was okay. I was very sad about the potatoes, took only a few bites and then left them alone. Overall for a date night I thought the place was good.

    Came here to check out this newly opened restaurant, and unfortunately I can't come back with the…read moreprice and taste of the food. P.S: The server and host were attentive and nice, so the low rating is entirely for the food. My bf and I ordered a truffle fries to share, I ordered the Braveheart Ribeye with broccolini and risotto(forgot what flavor but it was cooked in a cream sauce), and my bf ordered the Ribeye Lasagna. The truffle fries: the fries tasted fresh but they looked like the b-dub fries. Comes with ketchup, which I was hoping for some sort of aioli for an upscale chophouse. The Braveheart Ribeye: The temperature was what I asked for(medium rare), but the char is straight up crispy brunt and bitter as if I'm eating charcoal pieces. I also ordered a demi glaze on the side, and that tasted and looked like some McCormick sauce. No demi-glaze flavor and the color is transparent like those powdered gravy packets. The broccolini was bitter. They were tucked under the steak so maybe the brunt from the steak went onto the broccolini... The risotto was creamy but they were undercooked cuz they were still hard. My bf said his Ribeye Lasagna just tasted like a normal lasagna like he couldn't tell the difference of normal beef and the "ribeye meat" that they used, but it was a big size and the sauce was pretty good so he thinks it's worth the money. The creme brulee... I have this tradition with my bf which we will order a creme brulee(if the restaurant provides) during our first visit. I'm no Michelin creme brulee reviewer, but I'd say I tried and made enough creme brulee to identify what a standard and good creme brulee is, and unfortunately this just ain't one. The flame on top is a cool gimmick but it melts the supposedly crispy top to a little too soft (we waited for about 5 mins after the flame was gone before eating it). The texture of the creme was NOT creme brulee but more like flan, when the creme should've been more of a custard/solid but creamy like texture. We were told their creme brulee has a little orangey-taste to it, but the orangey taste just totally covers the flavor of creme brulee. All we could taste was a bitter orange flan. Although my bf likes his lasagna, we both agreed that for this price we would've expected better tasting food. I have no doubt that the ingredients they used were high quality, but this is just not gonna go nowhere when you don't have the right chef to cook them.

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    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge - Drink menu

    Drink menu

    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge
    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge - Menu

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    Menu

    HK on the Bay - seafood - Updated May 2026

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