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    Redhead Bay Cafe

    4.3 (326 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Good for groups

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    1side breakfast
    Candace K.

    Such a cute location, and our server was great once we got seated. We did have a 2hour wait and they won't serve iced coffee before you get a table. You can go to the bar and grab an alcoholic drink but that doesn't work for this prego lady. I was really craving the shrimp and it really hit the spot. By the time the pancakes came I felt stuffed so I don't know if it gave it a fair chance. But they were fluffy exactly how I prefer. I do wish they would take reservations. I know we used to do them there during the winter. May have to check out the other location in North Carolina for a lesser wait.

    Biscuits and Gravy
    Aaron A.

    Stopped in for lunch and had an amazing meal! The biscuits and gravy were awesome, service was great. Super clean inside and friendly staff. Not sure why I haven't visited here before-it was an awesome experience.

    Sausage and gravy biscuit
    Michelle T.

    My family and I met up on a Sunday around 10:15 and it was not packed yet. Good country vibe feeling! All of our Food was delicious and big portions that you can actually share. When I say the Biscuits and gravy meal is legit it really is with BIG chunks of sausage in it!

    Jen C.

    The place is adorable and the food was delicious! We had brunch and it was so much food and so good. The cheddar grits were my favorite! We'll be back!

    Mary-Ann L.

    Nice drive to get to this place. I chose to go to the smaller building, both have recommended bar seating for one! Valet parking (boy I wish I finished my mango lassi before I went inside!). Service was good. I ordered shrimp and grits. It's a 4 star. Wish the grits was creamier. They served cinnamon buns, which were on the house!

    Ara A.

    1st time here and I'm glad we tried it. We showed up early like 1030ish because we have the kiddos and I we can't do long wait time with them. The hosts were very nice, our server was also friendly and helpful. They start you off with complimentary cinnamon roll which is very generous. I had the shrimp and grits (extra sauce I dislike dry grits) it was good and a generous portion size. Got the kiddos chicken n waffles, the chicken was make with chicken breast which is sort of a rookie mistake it's better with chicken thighs for the flavor. The breading just slides right off the chicken breast! Hubby had an omelette with a side of home fries...he enjoyed the omelette for the so called home fries were potato slices. On what planet are round sliced potatoes home fries. All in all a very good experience.

    Amanda-lee P.

    The new Grandy NC location is wonderful! Do yourself a favor and check it out and support an awesome local business and a great family

    Steve R.

    Always solid, so much personality and awareness (especially regulars), and continues to be our favorite brunch spot. If you haven't made the trip yet, you should.

    Catfish bites
    Kari H.

    I dropped into Redhead Bay Café for a Sunday brunch with no reservation, and even though the place was packed, we were seated in about 20 minutes. They have a cozy little lounge area right outside with games and lounge chairs--perfect for keeping kids (or restless grown-ups) entertained while you wait. Inside, the vibe is really rustic and relaxed, and I noticed a stage at the back--looks like they might host performances or open mics. The food was mostly solid: the Catfish Bites (panko‐fried with lemon aioli) were a real standout, while the Chicken & Waffles left a bit to be desired. I also enjoyed the Stuffed French Toast (with sweet berry compote) and a side of their signature scrambled eggs, which were perfectly seasoned. Oh, and my cocktail was delightful (I wish I remembered the name!). Overall, great place for brunch with excellent ambiance and vibes--I'd definitely recommend it.

    Elizabeth R.

    We visited while visiting family in Virginia Beach. First off- I HATE the valet parking situation. The restaurant has plenty of seating options but I felt that for as much seating as they had, limited bathrooms. They offer an extensive coffee menu. Which is great because their water tastes and smells horrible. They have alot of different menu options- something our whole party were able to enjoy. Also some fun kid drink options. Food was good. Service was subpar.

    BLT, Chicken Salad, ShrimpNGrits, Shrimp Tacos.
    Margarita B.

    We loved our brunch visit! The meal portions are HUGE! & Pricing is in line with portion size. We had a large birthday party, approx 20ppl and everyone loved their meal! The owner came out to say hello & checked on us. The staff is very attentive and friendly. Valet service is required on weekends so bring cash.

    Biscuits and gravy w/ tots
    Jerri M.

    Great food, but the overall experience needs fine-tuning I took my boyfriend to Redhead Bay Café for Father's Day brunch, and while the food was great, the overall experience left room for improvement. Upon arrival, we were stopped and told that parking is valet-only. With how busy the café was, they clearly needed more valet staff--only two guys were scrambling between guests waiting to park and others trying to leave. Cars were backed up in front of the café, and people were standing around waiting for their keys. To make things more confusing, the parking lot is right in front of the building, and it's small and tight. Honestly, I would've preferred to park myself. It wasn't clear why valet was necessary or enforced. There was some seating in the VIP bar for guests waiting, but it was tight and filled up quickly. There's also outdoor seating, but it had rained the night before so all the chairs were soaked. It would've been nice to wait in the car, but since valet had our keys and we had no idea where our vehicle was parked, that wasn't an option. We waited about 40 minutes to be seated. While we waited, I got a $7 mimosa and my boyfriend got a $3 black coffee from the VIP bar, which is tucked away in a corner and serves as the only bar for guests who are waiting. Once seated, things improved. The staff was friendly, and our waitress was attentive even though she seemed really busy. I appreciated that she wasn't overly chatty, but she checked in when needed. The food came out quickly, which was a nice surprise. We started with catfish bites--crispy and well-seasoned. I ordered the Campfire Iced Latte and the Big Ass Chicken Biscuit with tots. My boyfriend got the Biscuits and Gravy with tots. Both meals were filling and flavorful, and we had leftovers to take home. Overall, great food and solid service once inside, but the valet system and crowd management need serious improvement. I'd come back again, but only on a less hectic day--and hopefully when I can park my own car.

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    Fantastic food, service, and drinks...highly recommend though you may have a wait, but trust me it's worth it

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    Food is always amazing, staff have had the same faces for as long as I can remember…read more We stop by here and there when we are busy while in town. We always get the same order, well I do at least because I absolutely love their chicken salad, I always ask for extra. I do love their fries over their sweet potato fries. I just feel like their sweet potato fries could be crispier. Their grilled cheese, burgers, salads, and everything else we have tried have been good. I can't remember a bad meal here. Service is good but they are busy, so sometimes I feel like staff can be short. Our server was a young gentlemen this time and he was very kind, thorough, and checked in on us the appropriate amount of times. The establishment itself is very farmhouse pub vibes, they offer single room bathrooms for men and women and they're always clean. They also have outdoor seating for those nice warmer days. This place stays packed for a reason.

    We're on another overnight adventure. While staying in Elizabeth City, we decided to try Hoppin'…read moreJohnz for dinner. What a great decision! We had our dogs, so we sat outside with the heaters on. We thought that was very accommodating. It's cold. We ordered the bronze baked chicken, debris po'boy, and the BLT w/tortilla soup. All were prepared very well, great presentation, and flavorful. We thought the portions were good for the price point. Overall, this restaurant has a great indoor and outdoor vibe. The service was great. Highly recommend giving this place a try.

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    4.5(1.2k reviews)
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    Hands down the best happy hour in the city. I'd argue it's probably the best restaurant too. The…read moreraw oysters are killer, as are the cocktails. The best thing they ever did was to bring the short rib back! I recommend this place to literally anyone who asks for a rec. Be prepared for a wait unless you get to HH early on a random weekday.

    This past weekend my in laws were in town. We were on the boardwalk and they wanted oysters... I…read moresaid say less! I had been to The Atlantic years ago and had a great time. I think this time was even better! We arrived around 230 on a Saturday, lucky for us happy hour started at 3 and we had a 30 minute wait for 6 people. Literally perfect timing because no one was waiting before us and about 10-20 minutes later the waiting area became packed for that 3 o clock happy hour. Side note: happy hour is from 3-7, 7 days a week! The service was phenomenal, the whole staff was so nice and accommodating. While we waited for our table, we were able to order a cocktail from one of the waitresses. We also had a baby with a stroller and they made sure we had plenty of room once we were seated at our table. The food was amazing, I'm a fan of cooked oyster but i decided to be a little spontaneous and try them raw. I was pleasantly surprised at how fresh and clean tasting these oysters were. It reminded me of eating sashimi. My wife and father in law had the lobster rolls, they both loved them! My son had the double cheeseburger from the happy hour menu, literally cannot beat this deal. $6 double cheeseburger with fries on the boardwalk is unimaginable lol. I had the Nashville hot chicken, which was good but maybe could've used a little more flavor. But the quality of the sandwich as a whole was spot on. I really don't have any complaints, this was the highlight of our day. My in laws live in Wisconsin but they travel a bunch and they said that these oysters were some of the best they had ever had. They would never see 1$ oysters where they live, so I'm glad we were able to come here and create this memory together. If you've ever debated whether taking the trip to the strip is worth it, it is! Definitely check this place out!

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    4.5(300 reviews)
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    Was recommended by a couple local people who recommended this place…read more Welcoming environment, reserved a table, wasn't as busy on a Thursday, which was really nice and we got our table really quick. We came here for our pre-Valentine's Day dinner. Our waiter was really nice. He was prompt and he paid attention and was an attentive listener, which was really nice as a server. I got an appetizer or a starter. That was the grilled rustic bread along with the seafood pasta, and my boyfriend got the Civil burger. I forgot the name of the drink, but it was an espresso martini. Everything was delicious and tasted really good and the meal was cooked perfectly! Wish their menu was a bit bigger with a lot more variety. Overall a 5 star place!

    My husband and I ended up coming here for brunch before a snow storm hit! The service was 10 out of…read more10 and they had many recommendations for drink options. I would recommend sitting in a booth far away from the door during winter because the breeze can be quite cold. The booths are also super comfortable and very well padded. My husband ended up getting the chorizo scramble which he liked a lot. I ended up ordering the steak and eggs. The compound butter that comes with the steak and eggs is amazing on toast or steak. I got a blood orange drink that was OK, but I wouldn't get it again. The second drink I got was with Rose and lavender and I would definitely get that again. We love this place. This is our second time going and we will be back!

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    4.1(20 reviews)
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    This place is small with only a few tables so we weren't sure we were going to get in because there…read morewas a large group there. Fortunately, they had outdoor seating available and we were promptly seated. Our waitress was very knowledgeable, friendly, and answered any questions we had about the food. She told us she was Jamaican and that the food had a Caribbean flare in regard to taste. When the crab dip came out, we were pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was, and covered with a great crust of broiled cheese. The crab dip was below the cheese, and was a nice sized portion, and tasted excellent, with nice chunks of crab meat and good flavor. Our main course was a very generous portion and came out quickly. Our waitress was so attentive and made sure everything came out hot, correct, and in a reasonable amount of time. As you can see in the photos, the food looked delicious and we were NOT disappointed when we got to dig in. The crab cakes were loaded with chunks of crab and little filling. The salad was cold and crisp, and complimented the crab cake nicely. The burrata cheese deliciously dressed the penne ala vodka and made a symphony of flavor on the tongue. We were too full to try dessert, but will definitely be back to try their other dishes! Highly recommended!!

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    16.9 mi

    When my husband and I were dating, he took me to a WXZY lounge in Durham NC on two occasions and it…read morewas a great vibe each time. So, I was hopeful that the WXYZ lounge and bar in Chesapeake would be similar and provide a great atmosphere to get together for a fun, chill hangout with our friends. We were not disappointed. There was ample seating and a large table where we were able to share a meal and play board games. The lounge has games in the lobby area, which we weren't expecting, but was nice to see. We had brought our own games. My friend ordered a mocktail and enjoyed it. The four of us ordered chicken buffalo dip and fish and chips to share. I couldn't eat the chicken buffalo dip because I have a dairy allergy, but everyone said it was good. I did really enjoy the fish and chips. The fries were hot, thick, and well seasoned. The cod was very tasty as well, the skin was perfectly crispy but the meat was tender inside. While we didn't take pictures of the menu this time, I took a look at the menu online and there are some options listed on the website that were not printed on the physical menus we saw, but for what was the same the prices matched. The fish and chips isn't on the website but was on the physical menu and was affordable (two pieces or cod and ample fries). Our server (also the bartender) was nice and provided good service. The hours that they're open make it a great hangout spot for Friday nights and weekends. The restrooms are clean. The noise level was moderate and fine. We definitely recommend for hanging out with friends and will be coming back in the future.

    We love Morgan! My daughter hosts trivia night on Tuesdays. Morgan takes good care of us and knows…read morewhat my daughter likes to drink and eat. Emily is also nice and takes care of my daughter so she has what she needs to host trivia night at their establishment. We're so happy to see her in action and the guests having fun playing trivia. Food is delicious!!!

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    5.0(4 reviews)
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    I was not disappointed! I was super excited to have found an open event that was held in the Sly…read moreFox (speakeasy) that provided an opportunity to experience the space without having to book an event! Access to the speakeasy is limited only through events held by the facility or booking private events. It's available for rental for company holiday parties, wedding receptions, engagement parties, birthdays, graduations, bridal showers, baby showers.. the opportunities seem endless! Who knows, maybe even a place to hold a small continuing education conference?? We attended the Galentine's Day brunch buffet. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time either in person or over the phone. It is a cozy, comfy space to dine and have drinks in a relaxed classy beautifully decorated establishment. The interior design emanates speakeasy. Every detail of design was carefully curated with the utmost intention. Staff was fantastic. Even though it was a brunch buffet, staff were attentive, friendly and frequently checked on all tables to address any needs or questions. The lovely staff were genuinely happy to take photos for us without any prompting. The flow of the buffet was perfect, and the food presentation was delightfully charming! There was a photo back drop available and the decor was so festive, and classy yet simple. The decor wasn't over the top , it was just the right amount of decorations to add pizzazz and celebrate with festive spirit. We all had a very enjoyable time celebrating Galentine's day! It was a wonderful event in an equally wonderful space. The music was on point, as well as the volume level. It was loud enough to enjoy the music, yet low enough that you could hold a conversation without screaming to hear each other. It was very peaceful and even if you don't choose a booth, the tables on the opposite side of the bar do provide some privacy due to the small partitions. The variety of food offered was just right (not overwhelmingly too many options and not too little options) and the food was tasty. It was an excellent first impression that left me excited to await what other fun events they will hold in the future.

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    Sly Fox - Galentine's day brunch 2024 left- raspberry sorbet mimosa right -mango sorbet mimosa

    Galentine's day brunch 2024 left- raspberry sorbet mimosa right -mango sorbet mimosa

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    Galentine's Day Brunch buffet 2024 desserts table

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