Such a great date night idea! We went on a random Friday afternoon and got to nestle into a nice…read morecharcuterie board and wine tasting...perfection! The staff even made some recommendations for my significant other who doesn't enjoy wine, but does enjoy bourbon. Check them out if you're looking for a fun twist on a typical date night! The only reason I gave them four stars was that we were the only ones in there, which was a little awkward.

If you're looking for a for a cozy spot to relax with tasty wine and shareable plates, Tinto Wine &…read moreCheese is the spot. This wine bar is inviting, and delicious! I stopped by on a rainy day around 1PM, so it was super quiet (which I loved). Our waitress was a gem. She let us try a few wine options before we decided what we wanted to order. I ordered a glass of rosé and the Greek board, and both hit the spot. The rosé was crisp and refreshing, which was perfect for a humid day. I paired it with the Greek board, which had all the Mediterranean favorites. A generous amount of pita, olives, hummus, feta and grapes! I'm a sucker for a good Med plate. Whether you're looking to have a girls day, a casual date, find a new spot to work from, or just pop in for a light lunch and glass of wine, Tinto is the spot. I look forward to visiting the VB location!

I highly recommend this establishment. This was our third visit and each has been above and beyond…read moreexpectations. The food is so well thought out and delicious. Tonight we were a party of 6 and each went with the Five Course Meal selection. One of the best meals to memory. Everyone one pleased with their selections and as I recall every plate was cleared. We had Axel as our server and he was knowledgeable and very efficient. The decor is beautiful throughout. At one point we noticed every table was seated and thought the volume did get elevated at one point it was brought back down to a moderate level. It was a wonderful evening dining together with friends and everyone left satisfied. I'll let my photos do the talking. Check out that Strawberry Cheesecake! Wow We will definitely be back. I quote my then ten year old son, "It's fine dining".

I came here during brunch and got their prefixed brunch 3 course ($50). This came with a drink ,…read morepastries, and the three course meal. For starters I got the French onion soup which came out in about 20 minutes. Soup was very solid and had more of a purée taste which was surprisingly good. The pasties especially the chocolate croissants were also delicious. After another 25 minutes the main dishes came out. I got the fillet which came with a peppercorn glaze (amazing!) and crispy potato pie. Fillet was cooked to correct medium rare temperature and tasted delicious! For desert, I got the cheesecake with raspberry! It was really rich and delicious! The raspberry puree provided a nice tart taste to go alongside the sweetness! Staff were very friendly and the service for this entire meal was about an hour thru. A very delicious place restaurant that I'd gladly come back to if I'm in the area! Food(50%): 8.8 Staff/service(25%): 8.5 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 8.5/10

First time here and it was a great atmosphere. Cute small wine spot. Wine tasting was great. $25…read morefor 8 tastings yesterday. My friends said they are usually $5 for 4 tastings but I guess since it was spring break they raised the price. One of the lady pouring upstairs was rude. But that was my only concern about this place. And just a heads up this is a small place so if there is a crowd there's not much space to walk

Stumbled upon this amazing wine store while in downtown Norfolk. It's so cute inside and they have…read morelots of great wines for great prices. We stopped in on a Sunday and they have wine tastings for $5 dollars! I believe they have these every Friday through Sunday. They also do wine tasting events upstairs. The girl doing the wine tasting was so informative and amazing at talking about the wines. I will definitely come back while I'm in town!!

Realized I never had an afternoon coffee and stopped in for a treat…read more I picked up a cold brew aria which was delightful! I need to find places that make these by us. The young man behind the counter suggested I add a bit of ice and gave me the bigger cup in case I wanted to add cream. So nice of him! Hubby got an iced caffe latte and pistachio biscotti. We weren't in the mood for it, but they also had ice cream, pastries and wine! Great place!

Beautiful cute European style coffee cafe on the lovely William Mary campus. Illy is the best…read morecoffee in the world so you must try it, if you haven't before! Pastry choices and frittata and couple sandwiches. Nicely air conditioned and lots of seatings. Friendly baristas. It's very cute- with tasty coffee. Be sure to stop in!

Wanted to take my sweetie for a steak for his birthday and this place didn't disappoint…read more From the moment we walked in, it felt welcoming and cozy. Our server Lorna was delightful. They brought out crackers and spreadable cheese which was a nice surprise. The fresh hot mini rolls were so good with salted butter. Lorna warned us not to eat too many of the snacks before and to save room for dinner. We got salads with blue cheese which was homemade. You can really appreciate a homemade dressing because it was thick and flavorful which made the crisp greens even better. I had a kettle one orange cosmo which was perfect. Not too much alcohol and shaken to perfection. There were many cocktail options and a great selection too of wines to choose from. Hubby tried a Negroni but didn't love it. (Didn't care for the gin) I asked for a different bourbon manhattan and they didn't charge us which was super nice of them. I had my New York strip medium with a baked potato. Hubby got the porterhouse also with baked potato and a side of broccoli. The steaks were cooked exactly how we asked for them. They came with a tray of sour cream, fresh bacon bits and chives for our baked Potatoes. So nice to have that service at the table. We were too full to order dessert, but Lorna brought out a small dish of ice cream a/ brownie and a candle to sing for hubby's birthday. From start to finish, an excellent meal with amazing service and a down home feel.

We discovered Aberdeen Barn after moving to Williamsburg last year, during this year's 4th of July…read more My visiting family of all ages wanted a real steakhouse. We didn't want some white tablecloth Opus 9, but we also didn't want some basic Longhorn's. Aberdeen Barn fit the bill perfectly! My brother's family loved it and so did we. Filet mignon fantastic and perfectly cooked; blue cheese dressing on the fresh, crispy salad wonderful. Everyone was very happy with their meal. We now consider it our local place for steak. So glad we found it! Just my husband and I visited again tonight for prime rib (excellent) and our server, Mr. Harris James, deserves a shout - he was such a treat! We will request him next time. Our new local steakhouse!

There food is always great. Good portions. We usually have…read moreto use a to go container. Tonight I had the Crock of French Onion and 2 St's Chopped Salad. I also had to add one of my favorites, Smoked Gouda Grit Cake. My wife had the Fresh Baked Individual Quiche and Crab & Corn Chowder. Everything was delicious.

Huge menu. Lots of options. Even a large section of desserts…read more Delicious mash potatoes. Multiple people at our table ordered the ribeye. It was cooked perfectly, claims to have horseradish in the jam, but didn't taste much horseradish. The chicken wrap was good. The catfish was cooked amazing. No tartar. Served with butter The asparagus was very good. *oh surprisingly the amount of sides you can choose from is insane. The mashed potatoes I ordered were bacon and bleu cheese.........

Food was delicious and as customers choice if want side order awhile waiting for the meal with…read moredrinks like and menu is great to be organized and be cool if customers can earn gifts cards rewards by showing business appreciation day and showing interest and big thank you for enjoying the meal and very great to have business cards

A group of four of us were excited to finally go to the new location of Oceans & Ale, and I'm sorry…read moreto say that we were disappointed. The fresh catch meal included a simple house salad, and it took 30 minutes for the salad to arrive. Shortly after the salad arrived, our meals came out, and they were lukewarm. I had the grilled mahi mahi with lemon dill butter over some roasted fingerling potatoes and corn. While the fish itself was a nice piece and well prepared, its not-quite-warm temperature made it less appetizing to eat. The same was true for our other meals: the seafood pot pie and the mahi mahi fish tacos. While our waitress offered to have them all reheated, we both didn't have time as we had theatre tickets and reheating the tacos with their toppings, the pot pie with its pastry crust, and the seared fish didn't sound appealing. The restaurant's dining room was comfortable, and the bar area looked vibrant. Hopefully they are still breaking in their new facility, as we liked dining with them in their previous location.

Circa 1918 lives up to the hype. It's a tiny, charming joint nestled in the row of boutiques and…read morerestaurants in Historic Hilton Village. This has been high on my "want to try" for a long time and finally saw an opportunity with an available reservation, went for it and am so happy I did. I dined solo, which I rarely do, but this was the perfect place for it. It was apparent that most people dining were regulars. The owner was chatting with just about everyone and diners were popping over to other tables to say hello, as well. Felt like a very small town. Service was perfect - not overbearing, but perfectly timed for a good flow throughout dinner. Their menu changes often, so some of the items I loved, may not be available - but it does seem like their fried oysters are a mainstay and holy moly, they were delicious. I had one cocktail - I believe it was called Watermelon Sugar. It had vodka, aperol and fresh watermelon. Refreshing and smooth. I tried two apps: the fried oysters and the bao buns. Both were fantastic. Perfectly prepared, so much flavor. I think that next time, I would stick to the appetizer section and try many rather than getting an entree. I got the scallops, which were delicious, but the apps wow-ed me more. Prices aren't low, but you get what you pay for - really high quality dishes with lots of thought and execution embedded. I don't say this lightly - this has been added to my top 10 list in all of Hampton Roads!

Circa 1918 Review We…read morehad an amazing experience at Circa 1918 last night! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, intimate, and full of charm. It's a small, quaint space that gives you that perfect blend of cozy neighborhood vibes with an upscale, refined feel. The food was absolutely outstanding--every dish had unique, well-balanced flavors that clearly showcased the talent of the chef. You can truly tell that a lot of care and creativity goes into the menu. The service made the experience even better. The bartenders were fantastic (James especially stood out!), and the waitstaff were incredibly personable, attentive, and welcoming. Circa 1918 is one of those rare places that feels both like a hidden neighborhood gem and a fine dining experience all in one. We will definitely be back!