Friendly atmosphere. Good pub food. Service with a smile. Small locally owned pub in the Irish pub tradition. Pop in when you're in the neighborhood. read more

One of the best places for phenomenal handmade food. He makes his own bread. Makes his own sauces, smokes his own meats! I highly recommend the Baja chicken tacos! read more

Don't judge a book by its cover. The food here is amazing. The best grilled cheese in town, yummy brisket, delicious tacos. A neighborhood bar with casual food that tastes gourmet and a large selection of bottled beers and ciders. read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Brisket BLT - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I want to give it 1 star so you don't come here. But it's that good and not fair to those making this happen. Wonderful beer selection, dive bar (old basementy, if that's an adjective? feel with a lot of kind people), and great food (though inconsistent menu, you only get it when it's available, correct, and fresh), it's a great hole in the wall find. Visiting the beach and need your Buffet fix? Not for you. On a family trip like good (great) beer and just need a break. This is for you. You'll find something new you love, I guarantee it! read more

This is a very special place, although it is not for everyone. Not recommended for children. It is not large, most seats are at the bar, and the few tables are all tall and not spacious. Not recommended for people who do not appreciate basic bar ambiance. Do not visit if you want to drink spirits. Do not visit if you object to sports bars. The food, basically tacos and sandwiches, is fantastic. I had the pulled pork tacos and my spouse had the brisket sandwich. Incredible. The bartender/cook, who we assume is also the owner, prepares the food right in front of you using an amazing collection of appliances. We had the draft Maine IPA, which is delicious. If we lived near Virginia Beach, we would regulars. Unfortunately, we were staying in Williamsburg and attending a concert in Virginia Beach. We found this place because it popped up on our GPS. Its nondescript exterior appearance was discouraging, but the reviews were too good for us not to give it a try. read more

This will be my main bar I go too! Love the atmosphere here and the drinks are amazing!!!!! Service is the best !!!!! read more

Lynnhaven Pub - This will be my main bar! Love coming here!!!!! - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Great food. Little hole in the wall spot. Won't disappoint. Only beer, wine & sake. No liquor.

In the category of "Virginia Beach Dive Bars" the Gold goes to Lynnhaven Pub. For those newer to Yelp there is indeed a specific category for "Dive Bars" and it's not easy to have Yelp bestow this on your business. I would go so far as to call this a "Dude Dive Bar" Or is there more than what meets the eye at this small watering hole. So what makes this place such a dive? Is it the fact they literally are a hole in the wall, pretty much a bar, few tables inside that's it. The restrooms are so small there is no room for a sink and for that matter no TP in the Mens room. I guess the women are just lucky to have one and hopefully for them they have TP. Layers of paint hide most of the graffiti... DARN! Hands are washed behind the bar. Maybe it's the fact half of the customers were sporting awesome looking ink, proudly displaying in a tank top. The filthy foul language could win a few of these dudes an Oscar winning performance in the category of best MOTHER FU**IN dive bar dialect. So what else ya got !!! Well how about a signed publicity photo of no other than Ron Jeremy America's favorite porn star. YEP, they have it prominently hung behind the bar. I did find one woman brave enough to belly to the bar with a room full of loud foul mouthed jaber jawin Men. She was with her BF and is a regular per the bartender. I sat beside them and looked over the lunch menu. They recommended the pastrami, or brisket knowing it was my first time. There was a single employee ... YES a dude! He was so busy he could not even acknowledge me for a bit. As a matter of fact I had to ask for a seat at the bar from a few guys standing up. I quickly decided on the brisket and a local Beach Brewing Saigon from the tap. It does not take long to figure out this is a regulars hang out. The brew was fantastic! I'm talking one of the best tasting beers I have ever had. Upon discussing selection in bottle and tap I learned from the bartender they switch out taps ever two days and bottles of IPA and Crafts every two weeks. This is not the place you should order a Bud Light, NO WAY! They have a methodology, a goal if you will to educate their customers on the beers they serve. So hold on one MF second here... EDUCATION! (insert Scooby voice... hu) Maybe they are more than a dive for dudes, I mean Women and Men alike enjoy some suds while getting educated at the bar admiring Ron Jeremy. Let's wrap this up... Brisket was huge and incredible melt in your mouth deliciousness. It came w/ a side of chips and fresh pickle. My beer washed it down nicely. Even the woman setting beside me was impressed I polished the GD thing off and the pint was soon after. Service was friendly, not over the top. The guy was totally slammed by himself, so I get it. For those interested in shooting pool, they have a table very masculine red felt. Juke Box for tunes, but I heard no music on this visit. Also an overflow beer garden in back that is quite spacious. I can see this being a rowdy SOB on weekend evenings. Beer education in a dive bar setting with awesome food who would have thug it. This has to be a place I embrace. Note to Yelp HQ, it really is a dive bar. read more

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This is a small, but fantastic bar. When you walk in, there's a bar on your left and a single pool table in the back (it's $1.50 per game) and there's also an outdoor section with a smoker. Everybody seemed to be a local and I understand why. It's tucked away and it has cheap and TASTY drinks. The beer is very flavorful and has a wide variety. It Everybody seems to be enjoying themselves. It's a a quiet and yet exciting classic bar to celebrate at our just get a drink at. read more

Hands down the BEST Baja chicken sandwich in all of the lands! Also best selection of exotic beers in the city. Great atmosphere with pool table and jute box. Highly recommended! read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Baja chicken Sandwich - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

On the recommendation of a friend, I stopped in at Lynnhaven Pub when I was between errands. Definitely had a nice small neighborhood bar feeling to it. Quite a few patrons there on this weekend afternoon but it wasn't packed. The bartender was really friendly and helped me pick the right IPA for me. I decided to also have the grilled cheese with bacon. It was really good for such a simple classic. I'd come back again when in the area. read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Grilled cheese with bacon and salt/vinegar chips - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

When you first walk in, you have no idea the amazing place this is. They have outdoor seating, smoking outside, and incredible food. We got a chicken sandwich, and the pulled pork. They make their own bread, and OMG, so delicious. Also they make they're own bbq sauce. A good spot, and we will def come again. read more

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Had a really good lunch here a couple of Sundays ago. I stopped in with a co-worker and the main bar was packed from front to back for the game. We ordered a couple of beers and seated ourselves at the very last table before the back door and commenced to watch the game. It turns out the bartender was by himself as everyone else was at the Green Flash brewery event. We eventually managed to score some menus and ended up ordering the Pub Club. It took a while to get our sandwiches, again Kudo's to the bartender because he was busting his butt, and really enjoyed them. The clubs were cut in half, not quarters and came with chips on the side. They definitely hit the spot. I'm gonna have to get back in here again soon. read more

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On the plus side - a tremendous selection of beers at reasonable prices. On the negative side - dark, dank, hole-in-the-wall feel (not my thing) and no sink in the men's room. Yup, you read correctly - no sink. My wife was with me and we weren't comfortable at all. Several patrons were using foul language (also not my thing) and we got out as soon as we could. If you're a single guy - maybe you'd like it, but if you're with your wife or family - AVOID THIS PLACE!! read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Quite the bottle and can selection. Only 6 beers on draft, though. - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Our bartender was amazing. He was also the cook and cashier and probably janitor. He probably saves kittens in his off time. We came in around 2pm, and it was decently quiet. We ordered beer and food, of which options were plenty. I mentioned I was vegan to my friends, and he overheard me. He proceeded to prepare my food separately from theirs and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. An example of how small businesses can make their customers want to come back again and again. read more

Walked in, weird vibe. Used the restroom-no sink in the restroom. Walked out. Have no idea how the food is, but it looked like all the beer was in cans. read more

A great little pub. Unfortunately, I did not get the full experience due to COVID, but they were open and had outside seating. I went solely for the drinks and they were cheap and the pub had quite the selection of craft drinks. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Also, the seating was filled with locals. Thus, If you want to go to a nice local dive bar Lynnhaven Pub is your place! read more

This place is a ripoff. My bill came to $14.44. I gave $3 tips that will be $17.44. I check my CC they charged me $19.44. It's really god damn pissed me off being dishonest on my CC charged. I will NEVER go back there anymore . And I'm telling all my friends about these fraud place . I will call my credit cards company . Beware of this pub read more

The view is unparalleled. The drinks are strong, so it helps. Tacos on Sundays are passable, but keep your eyes on your plate. read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I almost don't want to post a review because I want to keep this place hidden; but with the way Rob, Tim, Mike, Jeff & co have been doing things this place will only continue to blossom. My absolute favorite place for a beer & by beer I mean prime selection of craft beer with prices you can't beat. Don't be fooled either, they can whip up delicious dishes from the kitchen. Love this place. Beer, food, jukebox, pool table, & outdoor patio.. What more do you need? read more

Lynnhaven Pub - Delicious, however, The Sixth Glass is a warning. You don't want to be at your sixth glass of this stuff.. You'll be on the deck - Dive Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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All I can say is WOW! I had to stop by this place and see what all the hype was about after hearing about all the different craft beers they had here. It's a little off the beaten path in a small commercial area. I walked in and was greeted by the bartender (I feel bad for forgetting his name) he was extremely knowledgeable about the beer they have and about any other beer questions you had. Their menu consisted of 90+ bottles of different beers, WAY Awesomeness! I enjoy coming to smaller places like this, it's what makes the experience as a whole so unique. I ended up grabbing a seat at the bar and ordered the Founders Breakfast Stout and man it was soo freaking good. However after looking at their menu I did notice that some of the beers on their list I've seen at "Total Wine" for half the price. Not to distract from any business just be mindful that it's possible to sample that beer you want at a cheaper price. But then again there are several other beers I've never seen or heard of so it's a win-win for this place either way. I didn't try any of their food but can't wait to do so when I return. **Again very interesting place, all I can say is WOW as I was completely blown away!! Cheers! read more

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Lynnhaven Pub is an oasis in a desert of crappy Virginia Beach Bars. These guys are the only ones who are truly passionate about bringing high-quality microbrews to VB pub-goers. These guys GET IT. They have the BEST variety of microbrews in Virginia Beach because they have beer from all over the U.S. If these guys can acquire these beers, then others should do the same. The atmosphere is nothing fancy, but that's OK. Even the bathrooms are less than desirable, but who cares when you can get such amazing beer on tap or in bottles. Kuddos to the staff and the owners for not settling for the status quo. read more

Great selection of foreign and domestic brews. Reasonable prices too. Definitely going back.

For a little hole in the wall this bar is fun and cozy. Now it is a little cramped and small inside, but don't be discouraged yelpers because... They have one of the best beer selections I have seen in that area!!Not to mention that they are well priced. And by beer I mean craft beer.. Not bud light, but they do have that if you like cheap beer. Usually the bar staff are cooking up rum ham (glorious), or some other delicious bar food for you to munch on, while you gulp down bubbly beer. They also have a pool table in the back if that's your thing, and a jukebox close by. In the summer the back patio opens up because its gets extremely packed inside. I like it in the winter... Less people...more beer for me. read more

Visited VB from the west coast with my boyfriend who said this was his go-to when he lived here. If you love a good dive bar, then this place is absolutely for you! It's small, always has customers any time of day. Small outside portion, one pool table, and TouchTunes so you can control the music. All that is great, but the best part about this "hole in the wall" type of joint, is the FOOD. Holy sh**. The brisket is smoked off-site, homemade bread, etc. We went 3 times in a week vacation just to get the brisket BLT. Can't wait to go back! read more

Wow! you would not expect a seedy dive bar in the non tourist part of Viriginia Beach to have the selection of beers they have. Lot of local stuff. The list has a explanation of the beers. Great service to educate people about beers. read more

This place is a hidden gem! Great beer selection, good atmosphere (I mean good - it is not fancy, but really hidden and kind of cool. It is like a dive.). I suggest trying it out! Food is made from scratch and it is also great, just give them the time they need to prep it, as it could take 30+ minutes. read more

The service may I say, impeccable! There was this wonderful bearded bartender named Stew! He was an ace behind the bar. Once I walked in, the long established regulars made me feel right at home. No one talked about dick butter or smegma at all! read more

I must say the avocado salad and the barbecue tacos were phenomenal. The bartender is a super nice guy and the gentleman in the kitchen was so kind. read more

Best bar in the area. Great food, big beer selection and good prices. The staff is fantastic and the regulars are friendly.

Sandwiches pitas brats. Cheap prices. Get out of here. Where has this place been hiding? Unreal selection of beer, only the best local craft on tap and DFH. INCREDIBLE. pretty sure I was dreaming when I walked in here. read more

I just happened to end up in the Hampton Roads area one day (it happens, you get in your car and the next thing you're 100's of miles from where you started for no apparent reason). While in the area i decided to look for some good beer places and i was directed to here. And i wasn't disappointed. It's a bit of the beaten path in Virginia Beach sitting in a smallish office park like place. If you're not actively looking for it you could just miss it. It's a small place to (or at least what i took in of it). A bar that seats about 15 maybe, some tables further on, and another section in the rear. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. I got the impression that it's more of a locals place, but being a non-local i didn't feel out-of-place. Has a bit of a dive bar (dive as in good not trash) vibe to it as well. As drinks go, for a smallish, neighborhood like bar, i was impressed. The tap list was small, 7 i believe, but was all craft, a couple of local brews intermixed with some of the regional and bigger crafts plus a couple of seasonal. They also had a pretty good selection of bottles. My impression is even though this seems like a local / neighborhood type bar, this isn't the place where you're going to come to drink swill macros. The curve ball for me was the food. You know, your having a couple of drinks, been a long day, want to grub down, so you ask the barkeep what's the story with your food service. Answer: Hot Pastrami on Marble Rye. My response, Yes Please. Before i asked, i didn't see anyone eating or anything of the type being ordered. afterwards (and it might have had to do with me sitting near the entrance or the smell permeating throughout) it seemed like everyone and their brother ordered one. Needless to say it was damn good. Would i go back, yes, if i was just happened to be in that part of Virginia Beach. read more

Overall impressions of LP... Staff- Friendly, attentive Bev Selection- Diverse beer cooler Location- Below average Overall- Average dive bar, great for locals, not worth travel If in the area, I'd grab a beer, because of the selection... I suggest giving LP a try if you're passing by... read more

Some good rotating craft taps, a wide selection selection of craft bottles/cans in the fridges (for on-site or to-go), and friendly staff. Also, don't forget to try their food. Kitchen might be small, but they cook amazing stuff. It's seriously some of the best food you'll find in the area and it's open late! read more

Well I got here at about 6:10pm. Waited. Waited. Watched your bartender not even acknowledge me 8 times walking back and forth not even filling orders just organizing bottles. Then someone comes in after me sits on the end. And they are helped immediately. 15 minutes goes by- still not one look at his surroundings to see new guests - not even a hey I'll be with you in just a moment. Just some kind of acknowledgement..You do not feel welcome here at all. So I walked out because obviously no one was going to serve me. There's one bartender who actually pays attention when I've been here before he's never ignored me like these other two employees and I guess he wasn't working today because I spend a lot of money when I do finally get to sit for a refreshing drink. But unfortunately couldn't spend any money here. I actually come here more Often then not and never had issues I even suggest it to friends to try in the area. I won't come back unless they can be some what nicer or acknowledge others existence just because I'm not a every day wasted regular in there doesn't mean I'm not a local. Which of course you probably don't care because if it's not chix locals you completely write anyone else off. So thanks for nothing. And to the other bartender with the glasses that is always amazing and on it I wish you were working today because I'll not be recommending any one else here which was a great networking loss because I rent the condos out across the street and suggest this place all the time. read more

This is one of my top go to spots to catch a buzz. Whenever I have friends in town, this is one of the first places that comes to mind to take them to. The food is good while inexpensive, along with the cocktails. They also have an excellent selection of beers. Always a super fun mix of patrons here - definitely a locals spot, but not at all pretentious like some of the other places in the great neck/shore drive area. read more

Its a dive bar and the people in there are not your standard dirtbag bar flies. People in there are friendly and educated more often and not. You know what the greatest thing I love about this place is? There is an amazing humble attentive bartender! And guess what HE'S THE OWNER! He's American at that!! To me that's super cool! read more

Just had a grenade filled (1/2 growler). Worst fill I have ever had only 3/4 full for $10. Also small selection of drafts. Real Hop Heads should avoid. read more

The service was slow, and not the usual type of joint I spend time in. But, I did like the large selection of drinks and the food was actually really good. It was s busy time of day, so I will have to return and give them another chance when they are not so crowded. read more

Cool bartenders & always an awesome selection of brew to choose from. Reminds me of a place that would be in Ghent. Love riding my bike up for some beers after work! read more