Sleepy Karla's Beach House does not disappoint. It's a bar. It's a breakfast place. It's a lunch place. And doing it all at the same time. 2 times in 3 days. Greeted by enthusiasm and busy dining. I could go on about the menu but the absolute bomb is the simple corned beef hash. I will try lunch the lunch menu but I'm stuck on the hash. read more

Everything about this place was exactly what I was looking for. Delicious classic American "diner" style offerings. No frills service just good old hospitality. Definitely hope I have the chance to visit again soon read more

6/1/26- Hubby and I wanted to try somewhere new and our original destination was unexpectedly closed. Yelp suggested Karla's as being about 10 min away so we headed over. Parking can be rough, there are a few spots behind their building and we were lucky to get one as someone was leaving. If you're less lucky you can look for street parking and walk over. We arrived about 11:50 AM and weren't sure if we should seat ourselves. The place was busy and the family that arrived after us had a short wait. The dining area has a cozy, local beach vibe with fresh colors and refreshingly diverse mix of diners. We asked the bartender about seating and she responded "he's coming now to seat u." A friendly elderly gentleman headed our way and slowly showed us to our table. The waitress came a few minutes later and was friendly despite how busy she clearly was. Drinks were ordered and a few minutes later she took our food order. The food was a bit slow coming out but I tend to expect that on Sundays at busy local spots. My husband got the pancake breakfast and I ordered a 2 egg breakfast. The pancakes were delicious and so was the sourdough toast that came with my meal. I subbed handcut fries for the breakfast potatoes and while the fries tasted good... they were room temp as were my husband potatoes which were also under seasoned. I was hoping that the longer wait for food would mean it was going to come out hot. (But no luck) Overall, I'd come back. Side note: tipped the waitress a $20 on a $40 tab because my husband said "no change needed" before I could tell him I only had 3 $20 dollar bills. Instead of chasing her down I decided maybe it would earn me a kindness karma point somewhere along the line, lol. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Pancakes with a side of scrambled cheese eggs and breakfast potatoes. - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This spot has such a warm, homey feel from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of place that instantly makes you relax, like a classic neighborhood diner where everyone is welcome and the coffee is always flowing. The service was truly incredible! So friendly, attentive, and genuine without ever feeling over the top. Our waitress checked in just enough, kept drinks refilled, and made the whole experience feel easy and comfortable. I ordered the egg white veggie omelette with mushrooms, onions, spinach, tomato, and peppers, and it was exactly what I wanted: light, fluffy, and packed with fresh veggies. It felt wholesome but still satisfying, especially paired with a warm, buttery biscuit that tasted homemade. Simple, classic, and done really well. My friends went in two different directions and both were raving about their choices. The Mediterranean omelette with fresh spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, and feta cheese was loaded with flavor and perfectly balanced. The real showstopper at the table though was the chicken & waffle beach house bowl. The fried boneless chicken thigh was crispy and juicy, layered with eggs, applewood bacon, and drizzled with honey maple sauce. It was indulgent in the best way and definitely something I'll be ordering next time. My whole experience felt cozy, welcoming, and very "diner vibe" in the best sense. Great food, amazing service, and a space that makes you want to linger a little longer over coffee. Perfect for a casual breakfast or brunch with friends. I'll absolutely be back. read more

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The ladies working there are really sweet, unfortunately I got the corned beef hash and got sick later on that day. Parking is also very spotty. read more

Rarely do I give 5 stars. More rare is when the service exceptionally already high quality food. THIS IS THAT TIME! Lori was a PHENOMENAL server, the epitome of why you choose local places. Attentive, informative, and personable. Her recommendations were spot on and her comments during table check-ins kept our party of 5 in stitches. All of our orders were correct and ready in a short period of time. Both omelette were cooked to perfection. Lori even anticipated I'd ask for hot sauce and brought house made honey habenero -- delicious. The pancakes were heavenly, in flavor and texture. Gotta love the local business ads printed as table tops. My family will come back just to interact with her. read more

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We stopped in at Karla's Beach House right after flying into town and it was exactly the vibe we were hoping for -- laid-back, beachy, and cheerful. The moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed, perfect for a brunch stop after a travel day being that it was minutes away from the airport. Our server, Lori, was absolutely a delight -- super friendly and attentive, which made the whole meal feel even better. The food was very good (classic breakfast and brunch done right). I got the chicken and waffles and it was honestly one of the best ones I've ever had! The mimosas were also great -- just the kind of refreshing brunch drinks you want while easing into the day. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Chicken and waffles - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Exactly what we needed after 3.5 hours on the road and anxious for beach vibes on a cold April day and 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 read more

Karla’s Beach House - Cute earrings $6 - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This is a popular, local spot for breakfast. When entering Karla's, you are warmly greeted by an elderly gentleman and shown to a table Breakfast here is nothing fancy, a basic diner breakfast "Two eggs, home fries, white toast and bacon". What makes it inviting is the local flavor, the friendly staff and old-school atmosphere. It's also very convenient to the beach . read more

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Not a lot of sitting. Friendly atmosphere. Good food. Would go again. I have nothing else to add. read more

They were severely understaffed and service was so slow. Unsure why they chose Saturday brunch time for the cooks to train the new hires in the back. We should've taken the 30 to 40 minute wait for a table as our sign to leave because it was another 25minutes to be acknowledged and some water before the waiter rushed off even though we were ready to order. another 20minutes for our order and 40minutes for food. It's a shame because the food was rather good but not worth a 2+ hour ordeal. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Parking behind the restaurant is limited, there are spaces along the streets. In a neighborhood area which gives a homey, neighborhood vibe. There are chairs in front and more tables/seating in the back parking lot. Cute casual decor with coastal items on the back wall: net, shells, turtle mosaic tile, etc etc. "Warning mermaid sign hanging on wall outside door to kitchen.Was immediately seated. Got a big glass of water. There are plenty items on the menu: salads, sandwiches, Benedict's etc, I ordered the Shrimp and Grits. I asked the waitress if it's good, didn't quite get convincing vote with her reply that she's not into grits! Hmmmm! The shrimp and grits was a 2... the shrimp to grits proportion was way off. 4 sautéed shrimps (although cooked to perfection, not rubbery) and the rest was just broth that wasn't even vibrant even when I ordered spicy. The diced bell peppers were slightly overcooked. All I tasted was sautéed shrimp and water added. No depth in taste. Not par to the $18 that they charged. read more

Yesterday we ate at Karla's beach house and the experience was nothing short of amazing. The establishment 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! read more

This is one of my local breakfast spots and I love the beach vibes. The mimosa selection is wonderful. There is a little bar tucked into the corner of the spot and they are pretty good with making your breakfast boozy. The service is as friendly as can be. This is one of my go to spots for breakfast. read more

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A great little local diner. We've dined here three times now and are always seated quickly, despite the restaurant being packed (I call it luck!). A very nice older gentleman (I'm assuming the owner) takes patrons to their tables and chats with them. The food is fresh, and the pancakes always hit the spot! They have a self serve coffee bar with a few different blends, and a bar for cocktails. read more

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It's just that good. So yea. Five stars easy. Get the chicken fried steak, delicious with a golden crunch coating. The hash browns are nice and thick and the biscuit was cooked perfectly. Top your biscuit, handy browns and eggs with the gravy and you'll be home with a nice heavy and happy food coma. Perfect for a Sunday morning. read more

Visited on Friday, May 9th. It's a cute place with beach decor and a little bar. They have merchandise for purchase as well. The service was excellent, the food was fresh and delicious! Highly recommend this spot! read more

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LISTEN!! When I say the food is absolute fire, I'm not playing. Every bite was bursting with flavor--so good I didn't even stop to take pictures (and that never happens). The drinks? Just as incredible. Bold, smooth, and perfectly mixed. The vibe was on point from the moment I walked in--chill, welcoming, and full of good energy. The service? Impeccable. The staff made us feel like VIPs without even trying, and the other guests added to the good vibes. It felt like one big foodie family in there. However, Parking isn't the greatest, and if you're coming with a large group, just be aware that seating is somewhat limited. But honestly, it's worth every bit of the minor hassle. This spot didn't just pass the vibe check--it set the standard. Trust me, I'll be spending my coins here again and again. If you haven't been yet... what are you even doing? read more

OH MY GOD !!!!!! This place this place this place . The food is amazing and fresh and so are the staff i got the fully loaded inlet with hash browns and toast and my boyfriend got the corned beef hash . I have to give a special special shoutout to the cook who makes the corned beef hash fresh every day !! IT IS AMAZINGINGLY AWESOME . This place is a must right by the beach . We didn't have much food left by the time i thought to make this review but so so good guys read more

Karla’s Beach House - Corned hash well the last of it - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Great friendly service. Kinda festive atmosphere don't go for quiet conversation though. :). Good brunch food all around. They actually have their own coffee and hot sauce brand. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Breakfast burrito - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Tried to try them out today, party of 2. Was asked if we minded sitting at bar, said we didn't mind waited 15 mns outside. Another couple walked up and immediately were seated at bar. We got completely skipped. Bad first impression, don't know that I'll ever go back. read more

This quaint beach house restaurant is quite adorable. The older ladies greeting and waitressing were sweet and as welcoming as can be. The menu was of moderate size and had some interesting non traditional brunch items. I had very high expectations given the online rating. BUT, those expectations were not met! In fact, they went downhill quickly. The food had absolutely no seasoning within it....all of the little bit of seasoning was on top. And it was basic at best...a dash of salt and a splash of pepper. My dining companion had the shrimp and grits that came with 4 shrimp and I had the salmon and eggs (without the eggs) with grits and home fries with peppers, tomatoes, onions and mushrooms added. The home fries...I made up the dish and ask them to make it...it wasn't in the menu. It was the very best part of my meal in addition to the Bloody Mary. To sum it up, the food was very bland....not worth it. But the Bloody Mary was certainly above average! read more

Karla’s Beach House - Salmon, home fries with grits. - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Excellent meal and had gluten-free pancakes. Adorable local establishment with great service and food.

If you love the beach, breakfast and mimosas you have hit the trifecta with this hidden charm. From the elderly gentleman who greets you at the door to the sweet little lady who never fails when she helps you pick your meal topping it off with a mimosa you can never go wrong. From the fried green tomatoes, to the monte cristo sandwich with omelets and breakfast bowls galore. You will not go wrong with any choice on their menu. I am fortunate enough to be able to walk here and back while enjoying a view of the beach. Others can walk up Shore Drive to experience this little cover of comfort food. If you're in East Beach do not miss out on this gem! read more

Stopped by this lovely restaurant this weekend. I was a little worried about seating time because this place can get busy really quickly. Luckily I got here at a good time, and was seated almost immediately. The service was quick and friendly. I honestly would come back for that alone. Every seat on the inside was full of people enjoying their meals. There were table outside too, for summer days or breakfast with your dogs. I ordered the Philly bowl and my husband ordered the chicken and waffles. Let's just say that after our first bites we were hooked. The food was absolutely delicious. We will be back, even if we have to wait in a crowd to be seated. It's definitely worth it. read more

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We went for my mothers birthday Decent food was hot, fruit was fresh, nice little spot, service was good.

We visited Karla's around noon on a Thursday. Service was incredibly friendly and overall pretty attentive. They were very busy, but the staff worked as a team to make sure everyone was covered. We did wait around 45 minutes, possibly slightly longer, for our food. Once it arrived everything was delicious and tasted fresh. I ordered the Bang Bang Shrimp wrap and it was truly stuffed with large succulent shrimp. The shrimp were not breaded as one might expect (or as is traditional with "bang bang shrimp") but I was ok with that. My mom got a burger and I tried a bite. It was well seasoned and pretty tasty! We ordered the mini corn dogs for my 2 year old, which came with fries (I think there was also a choice of fruit) and it was a great serving size for a $5 kids meal. The servers were all so sweet to him and made sure his lemonade was well stocked. Overall, I'd maybe not return during prime lunch hours with a toddler. But if you're down for a slower paced meal or looking to catch up with a friend and chat a while during your wait, this would be a good spot! There's only a small parking lot behind the restaurant but we did find a street spot right across the way. Note you cannot park in the grassy lot across the street. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Bang Bang Shrimp Wrap - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Terrific food, especially the pancakes! In general I will usually choose a waffle over a pancake but there is something about the pancakes at Karla's--so tasty! They are great about meeting food requests. I like extra crispy bacon and they make it accordingly. Food comes quickly. Coffee is good. read more

I'm local so been to Karla's a few times since they opened. When they launched, their service was incredibly slow, and I thought oh give it time to iron the kinks out, it'll get better over time. But it's been in operation for years now, and today they took an hour to make two omelets, which made me late to my plans I was going to. I wish this spot was a fun easy beach joint I could walk over to enjoy, but it's run out of strikes for me. I don't recommend this place unless you got a lot of time on your hands and aren't dying of hunger. read more

This is exactly what you want when visiting the south from NYC. Country friend steak and ice tea for the win.

Food, service and drinks are absolutely perfect! Everyone is very friendly, welcoming and thoughtful. Both their breakfast and lunch menu are simply delicious. read more

I definitely would recommend this place. The pancakes especially taste like they were made with love.

I love supporting local establishments, so please don't misunderstand the average A-OK review on Karla's. After just one visit I would not return. I have been in the building before under prior ownership when it was Rizzo's. It's a very cool art deco type of structure in Oceanview. Parking is extremely challenging. Today I saw locals on foot, that's cool to see that support in the neighborhood. I was immediately greeted and seated. The dining room consist of 12 tops and a bar. It was a very slow weekday with only a few occupied. The beachy vibe is warm and welcoming. The eating area was spic and span. My very friendly waitress had my coffee and water immediately upon request. A quick review of the menu and recommendation of the Beach Benedict with hash browns sounded great! The coffee meh. A coffee refill occurred before my food hit the table in approximately 15 minutes. The visual was striking on the frozen hash browns that looked liked McDonald's. The plating fell flat! The Benedict was tiny, but constructed fine. I dug in and found the overall meal underwhelming. The Hollandaise was thin and not in house. The bacon was hard, however the spinach, tomatoes and muffin all fresh. The taste was average and edible. I wish Karla's well and glad they enjoy a very strong local flowing. 2.5 rounding up with incredible and timely service. read more

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My friend and I went her for a quick brunch Her sister recommended it to her and we give it a try and we love the food and service! I got their Beach Benedict and my friend got the waffles eggs bacon and sausage links!. And of course pair it with their mimosas! The ambience is very coastal. The only thing tho is the parking situation is limited but over all we recommend this breakfast place. read more

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The food was fresh. Really impressed with the in-house made croutons for my Caesar salad. Shrimp and grits were great! The service is prompt and friendly. The restaurant is clean and lively. read more

Food is really good! The corned beef has is house made! The best I have ever eaten - definitely not out of a can. The service is great and the ambiance is relaxed, a family restaurant with a beach feel. Be sure not to park in the parking lot across the street- there is an empty lot across the street next to the shopping center parking. read more

Karla’s Beach House - Corned beef hash is my favorite here. Housemade! - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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First time here, and was not disappointed. I order the beach house omelette, wife ordered the hash specials , would definitely recommend it if it is there when you go. Staff was great natured and informative, it's a small place but we came here on a Monday around 10 and it wasn't that busy. Will definitely spot by here again, maybe next time to try the lunch menu read more

Karla’s Beach House - Cornbeef hash special - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Man, I really wanted to like Karla's! We came here for an early lunch, and I loved the vibe of this place - everyone was welcoming, friendly, and had a laid-back type of an atmosphere. We ordered: +the Bang Bang Shrimp wrap - this was filled with pepperjack cheese, applewood bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes; this came with a choice of 1 side, in which I opted for the pasta salad; there were plenty of large juicy shrimp in the wrap, but I just wasn't a fan of the 'Bang Bang' sauce - it had a weird tang to it, and while the shrimp was dressed lightly in it, I wasn't really feeling it; understanding this to be a wrap, I guess I thought that the cheese could have been melted or something; the pasta salad was way too vinegar-y and was to the point inedible +Stack'em High - comes with 3 pancakes, topped with butter and powdered sugar, with a choice of protein (bacon, ham, or sausage); the pancakes were fine Service was good, and there was plenty of seating inside; the place was pretty packed, and I just wished that there was some mindfulness of social distancing. I did like their selection of shirts, long-sleeved shirts, and hoodies up at the front. I'm glad I was able to finally check this place out, but not sure I'd return. Limited street parking around the area. +underwhelming food options +friendly service +limited street parking read more

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The food is great really love getting my bloody Mary's from here. This is the second time I've came the first time I did not order any food but it looked amazing... this is a super popular spot as it was people outside the door waiting for a table . They can combine tables to make seating a bit more accommodating, which is great, but yeah, it was busy we waited about 15 minutes to to be seated and it was timely. It was Very prompt.and the food was tasty. This time I had the surfer bowl. It was delicious came here for my friend's birthday. However, Our server was not the friendliest to be fair he was super busy, but he came across a little rude when the check came It was all on one check and I explained to him it needed to be separate. He basically made it sound like I needed to get over and that wasn't very nice. Told me it was gonna be a while before he could fix it. It was very busy and it was a lot of people there. I watched him handout about four checks to four other tables before he finally corrected and seperated ours. Moving forward I will be back for the food, but if I ever have that server again, I will be requesting a different server. read more

The food and service was super nice! I'd recommend this place to friends and family! The waitress took good care of our party of 8 with ease! read more

Karla’s Beach House - Artwork near the entrance. - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia