We happened to be in Va. Beach this past weekend at one of the vendor shows and wanted to try something 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! read more

This place is awesome and dog friendly!!! Yayy 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 read more

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You have the option of indoor, outdoor, and bar seating in this place. We were sat by the kitchen so we got to see all the food orders coming out, and my goodness, this place doesn't skimp on portion sizes! My boyfriend ordered the chicken sandwich with tater tots. The sandwich was the size of his forearm (not even kidding) and there were enough tots for two. Yeah, he ended up taking leftovers home. I got a salad that I modified (per usual with most dishes I eat). One of my modifications was subbing salmon for my protein and I was surprised to see how large of a piece it was that sat grilled on top. Very delicious (after scraping off the grey bits underneath of course - who eats that part?). We were served our food in a reasonable amount of time, but it did take longer to get our check. In our waitresses defense, she said the patio was busy. They had a lot of yummy lunch and dinner items, so we'll be back to try more. Maybe even get a spot on the patio next time. read more

Went out here b/c we were in the area and just wanted a good bite to eat. It had been awhile so we figured it was worth checking it out to see how things have been. This place really shines when you get the opportunity to be outside. We could've chosen it so that's on us. Inside, they really shoe-horn everyone in there. It makes it a bit cumbersome for the staff and patrons to walk around when it's busy. Overall, though, they've kept the same feel and aura of the place. Solid beers some that are always on the menu and a few rotational. The staff were a bit sketch though. Some were very lack luster and you could tell didn't care. I hope they keep the standards high as expected b/c the place they're located in has a lot of competition. Hands-down, would still visit. Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 4 Value of food to cost: 4 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Great ambience outside. Inside it gets a bit crowded and has a general bar feel. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: yes - patio read more

Consistent experience! Stopped in for lunch with a few co-workers and we had a wide spread of entrees. Everything came out at the same time and everyone enjoyed their meal. Service Was on point. The pizza was good. Will keep them in the rotation. read more

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Casual but delicious sit-down restaurant. Service was great and we were able to get a table pretty quickly despite it being busy. There was a good variety of options from hearty BBQ Mac n cheese to a filet with grilled vegetables. Great option to find something for everyone! Will definitely be coming back read more

Updating my previous review. The French Onion soup is now on the menu and delicious. The service was prompt and friendly. The food came out quickly. Even though the restaurant was not full mid-afternoon it was loud. But the soup was great! read more

New River Taphouse - French Onion Soup - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Outstanding food , beer and craft cocktails. The best fried green tomatoes I have ever had.

Everything about this restaurant is incredible. The staff, the SERVICE, the food. The Chef creates amazing dishes and everything is from scratch. My favorite place!! read more

New River Taphouse - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

New River Taphouse is easily on my top 5 favorite spots in the area. Whether you're looking to grab a pizza to go, enjoy a meal on the outdoor patio or sit inside at the bar -- the service is always great. A friend and I came here for dinner when we both were unsure of what we were in the mood to eat, and they have such a variety of items it was the perfect pick. We came on a Wednesday, which just so happens to be wine Wednesday! So we grabbed a bottle of Pinot Nior ($18 for the half off deal). We started with some pickle chips (clearly too good for me to even grab a photo of. Oops). They were the perfect size and had just the right amount of batter. For our entrees, I ordered the blackened Mahi tacos with sweet potato fries, and my friend had the Cuban sandwich with regular fries. In the warmer months, I am a sucker for a good fish taco and this one did not disappoint! It had avocado, mango salsa, coleslaw and their boom boom sauce. 10/10. The sweet potato fries were super tasty, too. My friend loved his Cuban, and let me try it since I've never had one! I would definitely order it from here. The mix of pork and ham, with perfectly melted cheese ... mmmmm! We sat right by the window on a gloomy day. They have a cute bridge with seats on it outside, and there's a water fountain in the middle of the pond. Very cute. I'd love to come back and sit on the bridge next time! read more

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Found this place randomly on Apple Maps. And we didn't want fast food. Something decently priced. Oh my oh my did my tastebuds explode of pure goodness. I third wheeled my girl friend & her boyfriend. Boy did we CRUSH our plates. It was a bit busy so the waitresses were scrambling but they did attend to us as much as they could. Soft lighting in there , loved it tbh, people couldn't see me crushing my food. Jk. There was no hiding that, I was def SEEN. #WillComeBack #ComeHereInsteadOfTheBeach #EatEatEat #GoodFoodOnly read more

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Solid food selection with beer, wine and cocktails. Large food portions given so save some room or share so you don't waste food.

We had a wonderful dinner here with a lovely ambiance. The menu offered an impressive range of choices. Each dish we tried was excellent, beautifully presented, and generously portioned without being overwhelming. The beverage selection was equally outstanding. The beer list featured a well-curated mix of familiar favorites and unique selections, and the cocktails served throughout the evening were beautifully crafted. Whether you're looking for something classic or something a bit more adventurous, there was plenty to choose from. Service was excellent as well: attentive, friendly, and perfectly timed throughout the evening. As soon as a dish was finished, she would be there to clear it, and drinks were replenished and refills offered with perfect timing. My only (very small) complaint would be the lighting. The wall sconces were positioned in a way that left bright spots in my eyes, making it a bit difficult to comfortably look across the table at my companion. Overall, it was an excellent dining experience, and we will definitely be back. read more

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Came here on a whim while looking for something to eat for lunch. We were pleasantly surprised and how good it ended up being. We sat inside behind the bar, but would like to come back to enjoy the outdoor seating in the future. We ordered some wings and an Italian sandwich with sweet potato fries. The wings were good, nothing crazy. The Italian sandwich was delicious and a very good sized portion for the price. The pesto and balsamic dressing along with the banana peppers on the sandwich was a really nice touch. The sweet potato fries were also delicious and fresh. Service was a speedy and the staff was very friendly! We will definitely be back! read more

As always everything went well and the young lady that took care of me was 10/10 very attentive , friendly , knowledgeable etc over all 10/10 read more

New River Taphouse - Hummus with Pita 10/10 - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Lovely evening with friends over dinner on the outdoor patio because the weather was absolutely beautiful! The service was friendly and the food superb! I ordered the French Onion Soup. My friends ordered the Salmon stuffed Mushrooms! read more

New River Taphouse - Salmon stuffed mushrooms - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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So let's just start off by acknowledging our waitress, she was very polite caring and was happily dealing with all my questions as this was my and other party of (6) time being here. The vibe is laid back not to loud not lo low good place to grab a bite to eat, date night vibe, and just have an excellent dinner and did I meant ion watch football! read more

New River Taphouse - Steak mashed potatoes and asparagus - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Me and my wife when eat at New River food was bad over priced cold service was horrible drinks were so weak my girlfriend was sitting in a high chair went To stand slipped no employee ever came over to help her,she posted a review the owner called her home phone and was very rude, l have never heard of that,l would not recommend any one there, my friend has hurt her back from the fall read more

Food horrible over priced drinks weak service horrible stay away overpriced dump,the place was loud tables stuck together you cant talk,food is overpriced for a dump read more

Food, service, and atmosphere all get good marks from me. Casual feel and quality food, people having fun, that's what a night out should be. read more

Service was amazing. Everything was delicious, drink was spectacular. Very nice vibes here, definitely a must try. read more

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We were instantly sat outside upon our request but it soon became cold so we asked to move inside. They instantly moved us. We ordered oyster Rockefeller as an appetizer off the specials menu (it's different everyday). These were the absolute best oysters Rockefeller I've ever experienced. I didn't have to add any sauce. It was to die for. I wish they had them on the regular menu. They were extremely busy but Natalie was always checking in on us. I had a bottle of moscato that I was able to take what was left home. I try to make this a weekly outing if I can. My only request is the manager keeps her cool a little better. We heard her scream at an employee in the restroom and the time before that she was freaking out about a water leak in the bar. Things happen in the restaurant world but it's best not to alarm your customers without frantically meaning to. Other than that we've always had a great experience at this location. read more

New River Taphouse - Oyster Rockefeller - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Absolutely amazing experience here. This restaurant is consistently delicious, always had amazing specials, it's been a go to restaurant of mine for years. Highly recommend checking it out. The service is phenomenal as well, my server Trey today went above and beyond to make sure my I have a great experience. Definitely check this out and if you can get Trey as your server you're definitely in great hands! read more

Went on a Wednesday night with my boyfriend. Sat outside on the patio. Food was quick and delicious! Plenty of options from pizza to power bowls. Our waitress was so friendly and accommodating. They were out of the first two desserts we tried to order tho which was sad so we settled on the cookies and it was tasty read more

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Atmosphere was excellent and food was great. Staff very friendly and helpful The specials are very unique. read more

New River Taphouse - Philly cheesesteak omelet with blueberries scones - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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The service was great, but I have been going to the bathroom since I had their Italian wedding soup and the Greek Chicken Melt today. This feels like food poison. read more

Brought my husband here for his 40th birthday. He likes to try out new restaurants and this has been on my list for a while. We chose to sit outside on the patio. I loved the ambiance. The table with the optional fireplaces the beautiful string lights. All the pretty plants. Then our waitress came to say hello and she was so kind and genuine throughout our whole meal. Her name is Daina. I was feeling really good about how this evening was going to go. We ordered the macaroni and cheese chorizo egg rolls as an appetizer. They were not great. The filling was just mush. Was there mac and cheese in there? Couldn't tell. I ordered the pound for pound pasta. My husband got the fish tacos. One son got the Cali burger and the other son got meatloaf. My pasta was dry and the three different meats were overcooked and dry. The chicken was rubbery, the shrimp was chewy and the sausage felt dehydrated. My husband said he enjoyed his fish tacos but the potato salad lacked flavor. My son said his burger was ok. My other son said he enjoyed his meatloaf. We also ordered a veggie pizza and the crust was so soggy. I know that can happen with veggie pizzas but it was disappointing. Overall I was bummed at the quality of the food. read more

The food was delicious, the service was absolutely wonderful, and the wait time was very reasonable for our group of 9! So glad we picked this place. Highly recommend. read more

New River Taphouse has been on my list of restaurants to try for a while so I decided to stop in and check them out. The restaurant was beautifully decorated and I love how they have indoor and outdoor seating. If it were slightly warmer, I definitely would have sat outside. Our server greeted us right away and had such a great personality. She mentioned how every item on the menu was great and we couldn't go wrong with whatever we chose. After looking over the Drink Menu, I chose the Hot & Juicy Margarita which included fresh blood orange and lime juices with hot honey and a tajin rim! It was absolutely wonderful! For my entree, I ordered the Seafood Sampler, which included fried flounder, fried jumbo shrimp, and a crab cake along with fries and cole slaw. The seafood was pretty good but my favorite was the flounder and shrimp, which were cooked perfectly and tasted very fresh. Unfortunately, the crab cake was mediocre and was missing some flavor. Overall, the service was absolutely wonderful and with the menu having such an array of items, I definitely plan on returning to try other entrees and drinks. read more

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Everything sounded so good in the menu, but we were disappointed with some of the dishes. The macaroni and cheese was simply bland and very milky. Would not order again. I wasn't that impressed with the fish and chips either. Although the fish itself was decent, they were slightly overcooked and the batter did not adhere very well. The fries were average. The French dip sandwiches that my two aunts had were looking good and they did enjoy them. The service was great and we enjoyed sitting on the patio. Disappointed in the food so might go back to give it another try sometime. read more

While in town, my friends and I stopped at New River Tap House, and I'm so glad we did! There was no wait on Sunday, which was a definite plus. The service was great, and we loved their mimosa flights--you can choose from about ten flavors, and it was a 10/10 experience. The Crab Cake Benedict was delicious, and my friends enjoyed the pizza and French toast. The turkey bacon was crispy and delightful. Definitely recommend stopping by for brunch if you're in the area! read more

New River Taphouse - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Whenever I am on this side of the bridge I will be coming here! I came with my family and everything was fantastic. I had the breakfast pizza and this was one of the best breakfast pizzas I've had. My wife had the California salad (could be named something different) but this was so fresh and delicious. Brook who took care of us was fantastic and she knew the menu! We sat on the patio with a nice garden feel. Love the tables with the firepit (was not on as it was hot outside). Would be great for an evening dinner. Overall great place and can't wait to come back! read more

We called a week in advance and asked about reservations. We were told that they don't have reservations and that they always had plenty of seating. When we arrived, we had to wait over an hour! Someone called us while we, a party of 9, stood around in the cold parking lot. Could NOT understand her, but understood that she asked about high chairs. 10 minutes later, she called again- literally yelling and berating us for not coming in to the saved table. Obviously a misunderstanding, but hostile. Really. The place was shoulder to shoulder, very loud and uncomfortable. I was underwhelmed by the menu and would not have chosen the place for our group, but I went with our party. I ordered the fish and chips which were glorified fish sticks that I could have gotten frozen at a good grocery store. The breading was a tasteless fried crust. Not what I as expecting of fish and chips. I subbed fries for cold, barely cooked, sparse tater tots. The tiny cup of side coleslaw was inedible. The price on the website was different than the one on the menu and the bill was different, as well. Granted it was only a few dollars, but to me, seemed deceptive and unprofessional. I ordered the calamari appetizer to share. It was cold and limp. I didn't drink any alcohol (it was too stuffy in there for me to drink alcohol) opting instead for water which was never refilled. I drank my partner's water. The mixed drinks did look tasty, though. I sipped to taste a coffee flavored martini which was good. Our lone waitress was as good as she could be without help. She really hustled to the point that my husband and I actually felt sorry for her. They were obviously under staffed and not prepared for the busy Sunday night. To be fair, not everyone in our party was as disappointed. I, on the other would NOT go back nor recommend. read more

We went to New River Tap House to celebrate a birthday and were so glad we chose this place! We went on a Friday night and it was pretty packed and busy. We were told the wait would be about 40 minutes for our group of 6 but we only waited about 15 minutes! The ambiance when you walk in is tavern-like but for some reason it seems a little more upscale in my opinion. Their upstairs can be rented out for large parties up to 50 people and it definitely gives Great Gatsby vibes! You could definitely dress it up to come here or keep it casual. Now the food is SPECTACULAR. We started off with an espresso martini, we tried both the regular and the frozen one. Both were quite amazing and well-balanced! I like mine a little more sweet and a little less strong but these 2 seemed to have the perfect balance between the 2. We had the Mega Pretzel as an appetizer and boy they weren't lying when they said this thing was Mega. The pretzel came with 3 dipping sauces: cheese, mustard and cinnamon. I unfortunately did not try the cheese but the mustard and cinnamon spreads were chefs kiss. The mustard was heavy on the horse radish so if you don't like that kind of taste I wouldn't go for that, but I loved it. The cinnamon was sweet but not too sweet. I ordered the surf and turf and all I can say is I inhaled the entire thing. My goodness. I ordered the filet medium rare and they gave me just that. It was cooked to perfection. The harmony between the risotto, the fresh veggies, pickled veggies, meat and shrimp was just heavenly. The kale was roasted perfectly and literally crumbled in your mouth as you ate it. The watermelon radish and cucumbers added a nice refreshing touch. The pickled veggies were a little spicy to my liking due to the jalapeño but if you don't mind a little spice you'd probably love it. I honestly still ate it all because it was just THAT good. Everything on this dish was well thought out. I loved all of it. If you're debating between this dish and another, just go ahead and do yourself a favor and pick this one haha. You won't be disappointed. I definitely plan on coming back to try more things, but man that surf and turf entree is going to make it hard for me to order anything else haha. Highly highly recommend this place for anyone in the area looking for great food, great service and just an overall good experience. read more

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On 3/18/23, I dined at New River Taphouse for the first time with a group of friends. We were a party of 9 - we enjoyed excellent food & drink and impeccable service, all within a pleasant establishment. We had reservations and, after waiting for quite a while (I'll discuss later), we were seated. Initial table greet was instant and the drinks we ordered were placed at our table quickly. Our half of the table ordered an appetizer - the Fire Cracker Shrimp. This appetizer is lightly battered & fried shrimp tossed in sweet Thai chili sauce; served with homemade ranch. It was delicious - the batter wasn't too thick and didn't take away from the shrimp, and the Thai chili sauce provided the right amount of heat. It was a fantastic way to whet our appetites. In the meantime, we enjoyed drinks while chatting and catching up. I didn't grab pics of everyone's entrees, but one friend had the Crab Stuffed Rockfish (crab stuffed rockfish with Old Bay hollandaise; served with parmesan risotto & chef's vegetables) and another kept it simple - Fish n Chips (a generous portion of fried cod served with cole slaw, fries & tartar sauce). They both enjoyed their food and, based on what I saw, their entrees looked delectable. I was hungry, so I opted for the Ribeye & Lobster Tail (14oz ribeye paired with a steamed lobster tail; served with asparagus & mashed potatoes). This entree was excellent (not to mention humongous). The only issue I had was with the ribeye - it was too fatty. Out of the 14 oz., I'd say roughly 3-4 oz. of it was fat. I understand ribeyes (yeah, I worked at Outback Steakhouse, haha) are typically fatty (that's why they're so flavorful) but this much fat is technically not servable as the customer gets shortchanged. My meal was excellent, regardless, so this wasn't an issue (it may be if I get another fatty ribeye during future visits). Through no fault of New River's own, they were not able to sit us for a 6pm reservation (we were sat over an hour later). We were a big party and they had one section in mind for us. The problem was that the party currently there decided to stay well after they paid their tab. Ten minutes turned into 20. Twenty minutes turned into 45 - when asked by the staff, their excuse was they wanted to finish one of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament games (Arkansas upset defending national champion, and #1 seed, Kansas). But when that game ended, that party continued to sit there, order nothing and chat as if they were in their own dining room. Eventually the New River staff requested they leave because of our reservation. Those d**kheads had the nerve to stare us down as they walked past us. Whatever, you paid your tab and are taking money away from the staff because you're not ordering anything else. Also, regardless of your age and status (they were all over 50 and looked well-to-do), I have no problem knockin' a motherf**ker out for being a jerk, especially when that toxicity is directed at my friends and I. Their sense of entitlement was startling, but not at all surprising. Anyways, get the f**k out. I love the fact that the New River staff looked out for us. This effort obviously carried over to our dining experience, so I have nothing but praise for this establishment. Their food is excellent (keep working on the ribeyes, though!), too. Thank you, New River, for a fantastic first impression. I look forward to many future visits. JV read more

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Porky's Revenge was pretty good! Staff was really efficient. My only wish is that the dish was a little spicier. Will definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

New River Taphouse - Porky's Revenge Mac & Cheese - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

An upscale, sophisticated vibe but also a warm, inviting tap house. Ambiance: parking is a bit of a hassle as there isn't much and I can imagine it's not great during especially busy times. They have outdoor fire pits that were perfect for the cool early evening. This is more fitting for a date or friends going out and not necessarily all of the kids and family. Although, I'm sure they wouldn't send you away. Food: I had a BYO Pizza and it was excellent. I got it with pepperoni, sausage, and spinach. The pizza was baked perfectly and was not burnt at all. There was little sauce and it was quite cheesy but the crust was buttery and perfectly golden brown. The grilled chicken sandwich was just okay. The chicken was definitely dry but also flavorful and needed some extra sauce whether that be mayo, bbq sauce, or your topping of choice. The mango salsa was not enough on its own. The fries were delicious. We love beer battered fries and they were made perfectly. Service: Excellent for a Friday evening. It was somewhat busy but we made it just before the dinner rush around 6:00 pm. Our waitress was nice and attentive. There were no issues. Especially since she had another party of 12 come in about 3/4ths of the way through dinner. Prices are about what you would expect and the portions are about average. We would like to come back and try a drink or two as well as they have an extensive drink list. Overall a great restaurant with a nice ambiance but the sandwich somewhat missed expectations. read more

New River Taphouse - Grilled chicken sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Love this place. Very interesting. A lot of locals and the specials prove the chef knows what they are doing. Drinks are excellent. Bloody mary is as good as it gets. read more

Food - Amazing! French toast was fluffy and tasteful, even without adding syrup. I had a side of bacon, which wasn't anything spectacular but it was great. I'd like to see a little effort in the bacon. My husband got a Philly omelette with au gratin cut fries. I really loved the potatoes. As an appetizer we ordered firecracker shrimp. They were so good! The shrimp were spicy, sweet and crunchy. The dill ranch was a perfect touch. Drinks! Popsicle mimosas and regular mimosa flights were a nice touch. These cute little popsicles were delicious as well. The service as great. Our waitress was polite, attentive, and not overly checking in. The ambiance was great, I wish the chairs were more comfy and a bit more spaced apart, other than that, it was awesome. read more

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The absolute BEST food, service and atmosphere. This restaurant is owned and operated by a local family who puts their heart and soul in all that they do. If you want consistent food, cocktails and a warm atmosphere, New River is the place to go. read more