We made a special trip to Rustic Spoon for my husband's birthday because their website listed…read morescotch eggs, which was something he'd been craving forever and that we hadn't been able to find anywhere around town. It happened to be Restaurant Week, which made us a little nervous, but it ended up being totally fine. The dining room never felt overly crowded, the noise level was comfortable, and having the Restaurant Week prix fixe, drink specials, and regular menu all available gave us plenty of options without feeling overwhelming. One small note: the plastic logo cups served with the water decanter felt a little out of place. They were a bit sharp on the lips and didn't quite match the rest of the dining experience. Minor detail, but noticeable. The drinks, however, were excellent. On our server's recommendation, my husband ordered the Gingerbread Old Fashioned and I had the Salted Caramel Martini. Both were seasonal specials and both were fantastic. When we asked about the scotch eggs, our server explained they're normally a brunch-only item. We were a little disappointed (and may have made a few pouty faces while explaining we'd come specifically for them for his birthday), but we quickly let it go, it obviously wasn't her fault. What we didn't realize was that she went back and told the kitchen manager that it was his birthday and that we'd made the trip just for those scotch eggs. Since the kitchen wasn't slammed, they decided to make them anyway and surprised us with an order. We were honestly floored. My husband was thrilled. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare. And the scotch eggs were exactly what he'd been hoping for! They were crispy on the outside with a rich, savory center. For entrées, his Nashville Hot Chicken was juicy with the perfect amount of heat without being overwhelming. My Haystack Burger was stacked and delicious, though the BBQ sauce was strong enough to overshadow the pickled green tomato a bit. The fries were fantastic - crispy, battered, and perfect from first bite to last. Our server checked in at all the right times and kept drinks refilled without us needing to ask. The fact that she went out of her way to do something special during one of the busiest weeks on a restaurant's calendar says a lot about both her and the restaurant. Rustic Spoon is the kind of place that works just as well for a casual date night as it does for a birthday dinner or a night out with friends.

I ordered the Apple pie pancakes with scrambled eggs, bacon, house potatoes and a waffle from Uber…read moreEats. When I got my order I was missing the star of the show, the pancakes. We know Uber Eats customer service sucks and it was no different here. I decided to call the Rustic Spoon and the manager identified the issue immediately. There was a Joshua P who ordered almost the same thing as me Joshua F minus the pancakes. Most places turn you away and tell you to deal with Uber but as a reviewer I also love to review customer service. The manager took ownership of the issue and let me know I could pick up the pancakes. When I get there, he was waiting at the front door for me, had my food hot and ready, and added something a little extra for the mistake. My wife loves this place and I understand why. I trained bank associates on customer service and soft skills and if I could've recorded this interaction, it would've been the best training one could offer. We often overlooked how important excellent service is and how it influences customers. This situation turned me into a supporter of this business going forward. Btw my food was awesome and the Apple Pie pancakes were worth it.

Quiet on a Saturday afternoon. Daily happy hour from 1-7 $3 well drinks and bottled beer. There is…read morean outdoor patio and ample parking. The menu is mostly bar food. I was told their pizzas are excellent but opted for the mushroom and Swiss burger and hand-cut fries. Everything was perfectly cooked with the burger on a craft bun and the fries were piping hot and crispy.

The Comfy Belly is the place to be whenever you're in the mood for great tasting and reasonably…read morepriced comfort food. The bartender Olivia is awesome and will always take care of your food and beverage needs with her great smile, awesome attitude and great conversation skills. I had a bacon cheeseburger with tater tots yesterday and it tasted awesome. The presentation was beautiful and had me wrestling with the decision on whether to eat it if not. I highly recommend The Comfy Belly for all of your food and beverage needs. 5 STAR RATING ACROSS THE BOARD!!!!!

We happened to be in Va. Beach this past weekend at one of the vendor shows and wanted to try…read moresomething new. We googled and found New River Taphouse. We were very pleased! Nice laid back , friendly atmosphere. Our waitetress was very helpful! The food was excellent!!! We will be going back to check out more menu items and bringing friends!

This place is awesome and dog friendly!!! Yayy…read more My boo took me and my little dog to the beach to get away and relax. I decided to Google and find dog friendly restaurants in VA Beach and I found this place. Pros They absolutely love dogs here and loved my dog especially. Dog water bowls are provided Food was awesome - no complaints. Pics attached. We ordered pulled pork nachos, iceberg lettuce wedge, and we had a smores brownie dessert Waitresses were great, down to earth, friendly and gave my dog plenty of attention. He loved them all l LOL. Cons NONE! Yayy

I can't say enough about Glass Light. When I walk in the door it feels like I'm in a big city; New…read moreYork City or Chicago or San Francisco! It's teeming with eye candy (the art! lol) yet is cozy, inviting, and mysterious. The menu is full of tantalizing and unique options. And the service is top tier! If you want a a swanky experience, you've found it!

I have received so much positive feedback from close friends about this establishment... so I had…read moreto try it for myself! I was able to make dinner reservations fairly quickly via Open Table. Street parking can be a bit challenging but there are many Public Parking garages within walking distance. 6:45 pm on a Wednesday will give you a feeling of having the restaurant open just for you and your special occasion. As the night progresses they seem to have a healthy flow of guests. I was celebrating my birthday this evening! The host greeted up and sat us promptly... Our server was Monet. She was very friendly, gave great menu suggestions which made our experience more pleasant. The menu was limited but we managed to get a decent meal. We ordered the Seafood Pasta and Pork Chop. I enjoyed the pasta very much. The pork chop was juicy but nothing to write home about. For dessert ordered the Flourless Chocolate Cake which was lovely. We ordered Chardonnay by the glass. Overall my experience was decent and the service by Monet was probably the best part of our experience. I am undecided if I will be rushing to go back but not a bad experience. I do want to book a night stay to experience this Boutique Hotel and perhaps when I do I will try another dining experience.

Went here for dinner Friday around 10:30 pm. Had a 25 min wait. The inside was full and crowded…read more Our waiter was attentive all night long and our food and drinks all came out at decent times. Drinks: I tried the Grey Goose Strawberry Mule (10/10) it was soooo good! I was happy I gave this a try because it just might be my new fav drink. I also tried the Long Beach Tea (8/10) it was pretty good. Food: we shared some Chicken Nachos (10/10) we completely cleaned the plate. It was a great portion size, hot, fresh, and delicious; loved the flavors all together. I ordered the Spicy Jambalaya with linguine (10/10) yummy flavors, wasn't too spicy, and again, a good portion size. Tasted the Buffalo chicken pizza and it was actually pretty decent. I was very pleased with everything ordered for dinner. For dessert, we tried the Brookie (10/10) exactly what I needed and was craving. Cleaned the plate entirely. It was so good! Still top of my go to list! My overall rate of experience : 9.5/10

We stopped by Yard House for happy hour. When we walked in there was a fair amount of open tables,…read moreso I was happy it wasn't super crowded. Our server was Nathan and he was friendly and accommodating!! I like the amount of happy hour options compared to some other restaurants with just a few. We got burger sliders with fries, calamari, poke nachos, and chicken lettuce wraps. The calamari was ok but it was some very tough ones to chew and the portion was small. The tartar sauce that came with it was good and a little spicy. The poke nachos were decent, but I'm not a raw girly to often, so I'd definitely ask if it could be seared. I put it in the air fryer at home, and it was pretty good. My daughter enjoyed it!! The lettuce wraps were just ok, the chicken was kinda rubbery and chewy. The wonton shell was delicious though and the sauce was good. My sliders were supposed to be all the way with lettuce, tomato, onions, and secret sauce. But when they came to the table they were plain with no sauce. I started to eat and about 5 minutes later the food runner brought my correct order. They said they gave me the table next to ours food. So the waiter came back to take it back, and I asked if they'd throw it away? He said yes! Which kinda bothered me. I asked since it was going in the garbage and it wasn't my mistake, could I keep it. He said the manager wouldn't allow it. With inflation why would the manager rather trash perfectly good food? It makes me nervous when restaurants take food back. If it's sat down on a table it shouldn't be returned, just take the loss, because how do I know your not going to replace it and serve it to someone else. I'm not a fan of that!! I'm not accusing them of doing that, but that's the thoughts that run through my mind in situations like that. The table was spacious at the booths and it was clean inside. There's street and garage parking. We went on a good day when it wasn't a wait for a table. The hostess was very nice. She was cheerful and engaging! I'd go back to try other happy hour dishes. Check them out!!

Hey man, the place is good. Beer is cold. Food is really good. They make their soup from…read morescratch. Think about that. I've been here many times now and have had many things from the menu. All good. Wings, fried chicken, steaks and prime rib.... All good. Staff is friendly as well.

This place is now smoke-free! Has two pool tables a couple of tables towards the front and a nice…read morelittle bar area in the back. I like how they have tons of televisions to watch all your favorite games. And they're really nice about putting the game on where you can see it. The servers are really nice! Especially Tina. She was really attentive and did a good job serving the group. I came in for the chicken wings and wow! They are delicious. They came out really fast and hot. I was not complaining. Onion rings we're not the cheapo fast food kind. Nice selection of beers on tap but you're not going to find anything fancy! They don't have a blender So keep the drinks simple. From what I understand, breakfast is pretty good too. Don't be afraid to stop in.

Best place to eat on Shore Drive! Great ambiance, good drinks, and fabulous food! We ear and drink…read morethere a LOT!

My husband and I ate here a few nights ago and I'm still thinking about how delicious my meal was…read more I have been craving she-crab soup for so long, so I started with that as my appetizer. 10/10. For dinner, I had the Tuna Trio and GOSH that hit the spot. Sesame-crusted ahi, poke-style tuna, and then tuna tartare in one meal? Sign me up everyday. I couldn't even tell you what my husband had to eat because I was so into my meal! For dessert, we shared the Chocolate Tower and it satisfied my sweet tooth. The restaurant was clean, the staff was attentive, and the bathrooms were also clean! That's a big deal for me because i have to take my baby in there. We will be coming back VERY soon!

This is the old Bayside inn. Finally decided to check it out. It's kinda like the old joints- bar…read morewith good food. Hardy American food. Cheap drinks. Not a fancy $20 cocktail but a good ol drink! Kids are welcome. Food is good. Staff is friendly. Highly recommended

We love exploring hidden gems, and this small bar and grill is definitely one of them. It has great…read morefood and a welcoming atmosphere. We stopped by for lunch during the week, but I can imagine that in the evenings or on weekends it probably has that classic "Cheers" vibe where everyone knows each other. The service was great. The best surprise was learning that it's veteran-owned. The pork BBQ sandwich and turkey bacon melt were both delicious--we'd definitely return just for those.

We were in town and a friend recommended the Kobros coffee so we went to Toast. I'm glad we did…read more It's a cute place with an outdoor space with benches and lots of plant life. The place inside is very cute and reminds me of a nice punk pop bar. The bar wraps around and there's some tables and a side table that we sat at to eat. I ordered one of their specialty coffees and it is quite the journey but I enjoyed it with the ginger beer and the coffee. My quiche was fluffy and delicious. It jiggled when I tapped it and the side salad tasted great with dill in it and it brightened up things. The combination of both was great. The crust on the quiche was nice as well. My spouse enjoyed their sandwich but didn't realize there was mustard so he ended up just using the chips to eat his egg and sausage. His egg was also fluffy. The patrons that came seemed friendly and you can tell who are locals since they greeted by name often. I love that this place is open. They also have local wine you can purchase. Next time we're back in town, we will visit again.

The vibe of the place is really chill and comfy. They have a really cool outdoor patio area that…read morewould be amazing to hangout at when the weather allows. Food was mid for me unfortunately. I had the midnight cowboy and wouldn't order it again. It's a turkey sandwich topped with pulled chicken, but the chicken was inedible and got taken off. Seemed like they took it from the fridge and mega nuked the chicken. It ended up being a crunchy topping on a basic turkey sandwich.

Came in for the lunch special and had such a great experience!…read more The service was fantastic! Quick, friendly, and wonderful! It wasn't super busy during lunch, and our food came out fast! The biscuits and jams are a must try, the blueberry and peach jam are fantastic. We both did the half sandwich with a side and got so full! A great, cheap, lunch special! This place has a great southern vibe, but still feeling modern and bright. Loved our experience!

I visited Tupelo Honey for a family birthday brunch. The food was amazing, served hot, and had lots…read moreof flavor. I even tried a few dishes I normally wouldn't go for, and I'm so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone because everything was delicious. The ambiance of the restaurant is beautiful. I love the honeycomb theme that runs throughout the space; it gives the restaurant a warm, cozy, golden vibe. Great food, great environment, and a menu I can't wait to dive deeper into.