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Ibis Cuisine

4.2 (68 reviews)
ModerateCaribbean, Southern
Open • 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Polina P.

The food was great, so were the drinks. The service was excellent until 35 min after our reservation started when the dining attendant started booting us off. This continued for 55 min even though we ordered plenty of food and drinks. At 7pm another staff member came to tell us they had a 90 minute limit per table. There were at least three empty tables right in front of us. Unfortunately, this experience made me never want to go back.

Salmon bites
Kayla M.

I LOVEEEE the food here! The salmon bites are to die for and I highly recommend their Cajun pasta. The ambiance is amazing and we had great customer service as well from the staff.

Calamari with Jerk Sauce
Kendra B.

My boyfriend and I stopped into this restaurant for an impromptu date night while visiting Virginia Beach--and as someone of Trinidadian descent, I was pleasantly surprised (and relieved!) to find Caribbean food in the area. From the moment we walked in, the Scarlet Ibis and the soca playing set the tone. We were offered high-top seating or the bar, and we chose the bar since we already knew drinks were happening. The bartender was helpful with recommendations, but we went with the Hibiscus Fizz for him and the Passion Rum for me. Both drinks were strong, flavorful, and perfectly balanced--if you like a cocktail that actually does what it's supposed to do, these are it. We couldn't decide between their two top-selling appetizers, so we ordered both--and thank God we did. Oxtail Empanadas: The crust was flaky and delicious, generously filled with oxtail and paired with a jerk sauce that was packed with flavor. Calamari: Light, crispy, and well-seasoned--not overly battered. Add a squeeze of lemon and dip it in that jerk sauce and it goes to another level. There has to be a little tamarind or sweetness in that sauce, because my Trini taste buds felt right at home. To go, we ordered the Lamb Rasta Pasta... and let's just say it did not make it out of the parking lot. If you're visiting the area and want authentic, flavorful Caribbean cuisine, check out Iris Cuisine. This spot will absolutely fulfill your Caribbean food cravings. I would definitely return.

Lamb chops
Shilisa D.

Ibis is located off Diamond Springs Road in a shopping center, in the place of the old Surfrider. We went on a Saturday night and they had a moderate crowd. The restaurant seating could be better, no booths or small table seating for privacy. Service was moderate. The staff was hospitable. The red snapper was delicious. The lamb chops were good but the temperature was not hot. I wasn't asked how I wanted them cooked. The pasta was good but spicy.

Violet skie margarita
Kelly-Mae S.

I had a wonderful time at Ibis. Upon entry we were greeted with a smile and got seated immediately even through we didn't have reservations. We got there around 5:30pm and it wasn't very busy. However, after 30 mins it picked up and there were roughly only 5 tables left available so I highly recommend making reservations from Friday-Sunday. We ordered the oxtail empanadas (8/10), old bay wings (9/10), calamari (7/10), salmon bites (8/10) and with sauce (9/10) rib eye pasta (8/10). I can't remember all the names of the drinks but every single drink was amazing a 10 out of 10! The music and vibe were also amazing. They played a bunch of violin covers of classic rnb hits and some Caribbean songs as well.

Shrimp and Grits
Maria G.

Ibis is definitely a vibe! I recommend making reservations as it gets packed fast with other reservations. The service was amazing, they were attentive and I never once had to look for my waiter. The food was very good and well seasoned. Please try the oxtail empanada!!! You'll thank me later. They also have a private room for larger parties. I'll be back soon!

Cindi W.

Came here for brunch with friends. We had a reservation and were seated quickly. The decor and ambiance was amazing!! Lots of picture worthy spots. The brunch menu wasn't extensive but had plenty of great options. My friends & I each tried something different. I got the salmon & grits. My friends tried the chicken and waffles, oxtail hash & French toast with eggs and bacon. We shared the mimosa carafe with tropical fruit juice. The glasses were decorated nicely with fruit, the tropical juice didn't have much taste but was still good overall. It was 1 of my friends birthday and we loved hoe they celebrate guest and even give them a card with their dessert thanking them for celebrating with them. Definitely recommend for a nice ladies gathering or date night. Can't wait to go back and try different items!!

Salmon and grits with sweet potato waffles
Tiffani B.

Really enjoyed this place! The Hampton roads is overdue for some good brunch spots as well as just good restaurants in general, this one does it well! I would first suggest making a reservation prior to the day you're planning to go. Secondly I would suggest the peach mimosa really good! I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu, everything I had was seasoned well. Lastly if you're questioning it get the Mac & cheese. Service was good, they really work as a team & always checking in.

Calamari
Mycla S.

I really loved the atmosphere of this restaurant, it has beautiful decor. It's an upbeat, modern restaurant, not a place to dine if you want a quiet meal. We enjoyed the calamari appetizer. I ordered the red snapper, it was a huge piece of fish, you could really taste the mustard base of the fish used prior to frying it. The rice was not so fresh, the seafood was dried out, for the price I would expect for everything to be fresh. My husband ordered the Rasta pasta, there wasn't a Jamaican kick to it. The servers were friendly, I did advise the server of the dried out seafood and he advised they could have made it fresh if I would have let them know--so if something isn't fresh, I would recommend letting them know, if you would like it remade.

Calamari so good
Michelle T.

Ambiance--From the moment that you walk in you're hit with beautiful decor and an open concept restaurant. I love the tree of life in the middle of the restaurant so unique! Service--We went exactly at 5 when they opened because we were going for Happy Hour and didn't have reservations. We were greeted with a smile but had to wait because all of our party wasnt there. However she promised that we had a table for us! Food--We went for happy hour specifically so that we could try some of their food on a budget plus we were on a tight schedule. The food didn't take long and everything was great. I loved the calamari 10. The corn ribs had good flavor but too tedious of a finger food to eat. We also had wings, Crab Cake sliders and short rib sliders. The food was delicious we will be returning for dinner!

Cindy S.

An amazing experience. Truly enjoyed my birthday meal here with my bestie. We both said we had to come back to try their bru ch on Sunday. I love great hospitality and food. I had the cajun pasta said which was great and well seasoned, not spicy at all but very flavorful. Highly recommend. Girlfriend demolished her salmon bite sliders...Will have to order those for self next time didn't swipe one to see how they were. The calamari appetizer was rather tasty as well with the in house made marinara sauce. I was dazzle by our pretty blue flaming spirit drink as well...only allowed two due to alcohol content but we had 1 so we were good regardless...no dui's here! I even nibbled on a brussel sprout which isn't my favorite veggies but would eat these again if made here. Overall 5/5 for food, ambiance, customer service and a lovely evening.

Scrambled eggs and cheese
Sandra L.

Went to this beautiful Virginia Beach establishment and the service was outstanding. The ambiance was amazing it was so beautiful they have this beautiful tree in the middle of the restaurant and it was outstanding if it was your birthday they did a little birthday thing for you and it was entertaining and got you too join in and got the whole restaurant to join in. And the food was delicious very delicious then macaroni and cheese was really like a 15 out of a 10 even though I did put it rated as an 11 out of 10 and I also had the salmon and grits which came with a turkey sausage it was delicious and I also had some scrambled eggs and cheese that was delicious also there's so many things on the menu that I want to try so I will be going back again. It was a great experience and the owner was a lovely person to had a chance to chat with her. I would recommend that you give this restaurant a try elevated soul food. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJsekd-x4QR/?igsh=MWFyaHc3dGEyeGp1Yw==

Leon S.

This place was amazing. The decor is great, and the room is very spacious. I came here before the official grand opening, and the food, and service were great. We started with the Salmon Bites and the Oxtail Empanadas, both are a great way to start your meal. I had the Whole Red Snapper plate, which was amazing, from the fish which was moist and flaky, and fried just right, to the rice which was extremely flavorful. My wife had the Braided Shirt ribs which were also amazing. I highly recommend Ibis! I don't think you'll be anything but happy you made the choice.

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