The food was great, service was excellent and sitting by the dock, perfect!…read moreWe had a small wait but it was a busy Friday night. Great experience

I've wanted to try Stony's for quite a while so my friend and I decided to stop in for lunch around…read more1pm on a Saturday. It was challenging to find parking but thankfully, we were able to find a spot right in the front. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were seated right away. With it being lunch time, we assumed we would be able to grab some lunch but to our surprise, they were serving brunch and we were only able to order off the brunch menu. We were slightly confused and definitely didn't have taste for breakfast items so we had to choose from a small selection of non-breakfast items. We started with Palomas. The drink menu only included the drink prices for Happy Hour, and it definitely wasn't Happy Hour, so we weren't sure how much the drinks were. The server mentioned one price, then came back and told us another price but either way, all that would've been eliminated if the prices were on the menu. After looking over the brunch menu, my friend didn't see anything appetizing so she asked if they could make a BLT Sandwich, which wasn't on the menu, and they agreed. I decided on the Crab Cake Sandwich. The food was served in decent time. My friend had an end piece of tomato on her sandwich, which was disappointing. Our server took her sweet time checking on us so and we literally had to flag down another server just to get ketchup. My sandwich didn't even come with remoulade sauce that was supposed to be added. I did enjoy my sandwich though, it was very tasty. I also ordered the Bourbon Glaze Wings 'to-go' and they were delicious. From not being able to order from a lunch menu, to our server not being attentive at all, our experience wasn't that great. We also had to battle flies the entire time we were there, and we were sitting inside so that was a bit frustrating. The restaurant is located right by the Marina and it has great views but the service left a lot to be desired. I may return for dinner in hopes of a better experience but it probably won't be any time soon.

Sunday lunch, not packed thankfully. Great service and excellent portions!…read more Crab boil Mini combo gives you two half pound items while the standard combo provides one pound of each. Both came with many potatoes and a corn. Add-ons and basket meals also available. Fast service and the house sauce was delicious. Definitely had to get a side of rice so I didn't waste any of that fabulous sauce. Dungeness crab was awesome!!! Shrimp cooked perfectly. Big place and was clean. Left very happy and full. Thank you!!!

Oh My Goodness!! We ate at Shaking Crab at Fordham Dr, Virginia Beach, VA on September 10th for the…read moresecond time and it was still awesome. I highly recommend this spot! The food was delicious, the server was awesome, and the atmosphere in the restaurant was outstanding. We selected shrimp, blue crabs, and several other side dishes and they were all very tasty! I would definitely go back there again! Our waiter was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, all around a great guy! If you like seafood then this is the place to go in Tidewater!!

I was curious about barbecue in Norfolk so we got some takeout from The Fishin' Pig…read more I decided to get the fried green tomatoes and the beef brisket platter with extra brisket (because two people were sharing), collard greens, and green beans. I had a few allergy-related questions and was able to get answers quickly because the cashier checked with the kitchen. Unfortunately my questions were focused on dairy so we were surprised by the bacon on the beans and other meat (probably pork) under the collard greens. My husband doesn't eat pork so he ended up only eating the beef. The cashier said the order would only take about ten minutes so I enjoyed a quick drink at the bar while waiting. If we get a chance to return I'll probably get the fried green tomatoes and just beef brisket (no sides).

The best thing we had and the only thing we'd probably order again was the green beans. They were…read moreflavored so well - a nice bit of smokiness, good about of pepper, and perfectly salted. A couple specific food problems were: 1) Friend green tomatoes. Given the presentation, we asked our server if they were fried pickles. Nope! Okay, that's fine. At first. Thought they were just super hot and need a minute to cool down. But they were drenched in oil from the fryer. At first I tried dabbing them in the basket. Then, realizing that was doing no good and the breading was just going to be soggy, I took them out and blotted them on the brown paper table cover. We only at a few. Not good. 2) The meat - pulled pork, brisket, and Alaskan haddock - were all lacking flavor.

Outstanding experience from start to finish! We just visited this seafood restaurant in Norfolk,…read moreand everything was absolutely top-notch. The atmosphere and interior were beautiful and welcoming, the food was excellent, and the entire team made the experience memorable. Our server, Catherine (I hope I'm spelling her name correctly!), was outstanding - friendly, attentive, professional, and made sure we had everything we needed. You can tell that the management cares about both the quality of the food and the customer experience. Great service, great atmosphere, great food - everything came together perfectly. Definitely one of those places you leave already thinking about coming back. Highly recommend!

Here's a polished Yelp version that keeps your frustration clear without sounding over-the-top:…read more The food was very good, but the service really brought the experience down. The raw oysters were excellent, and the Bayou Steamed Shrimp with vegetables and Cajun spices was tremendous. The broth was fantastic and absolutely begged for some bread to soak it up. I asked our server if they had any bread I could get or buy, even garlic bread, and was told they didn't have any. That seemed strange considering they serve sandwiches on ciabatta rolls. A little bread with that dish would have made it even better. Unfortunately, the service was the biggest problem. We were seated in a front area away from the main dining room and bar, which would have been perfectly fine if someone had actually been paying attention to the section. Instead, we could rarely find our server or anyone else to help us. We even asked other staff members and a busser to help locate our server. I had to get up three separate times just to ask for things like additional napkins and an iced tea refill. My shrimp dish also came out well after everyone else's food. Eventually I had to ask the hostess where it was, and shortly afterward our server finally appeared with it. Later, when we wanted dessert and then the check, we again had to go looking for someone. What made it more frustrating was seeing several employees on their phones while customers were trying to get assistance. One person near the front appeared to be watching videos with AirPods in, and a couple of other employees seemed to be on their phones frequently. The food here is good enough that I wanted to leave a much better review. The oysters and Bayou shrimp were definite highlights. But when the food is this good, it's disappointing to have the experience dragged down by inattentive service. Being seated in a separate area is fine -- someone just needs to be responsible for actually taking care of the guests seated there.

Overall, I'd say the lobster roll was pretty good but pricy -…read more GOOD: it had a good amount of lobster and was nice and had a little butter on there. The roll part of the lobster roll was about the size/shape of a small hotdog bun. The lobster roll comes with a bag of chips and a drink. LESS GOOD: This is my first lobster roll in the area, but it was $30! Not sure if that's the normal price around but wow that's pretty expensive. If you're looking for a lobster roll, and you're in the area and willing to drop 30 bucks, this is a good choice.

Everytime I drive down Battlefield Blvd. I see this food truck and I'm mad that this is the first…read moretime I have stopped. I love love love fresh seafood, especially lobster and this food truck did not disappoint. I got the small lobster roll (3 ounces). Warm with butter and it was Amazing. The roll oh my warm, buttered and toasted to perfection! A Fresh, flavorful and overall delicious sandwich. The small was about 18 dollars and it came with a bag of chips. Always plenty of parking and the ladies that took my order were personable and kind! I can't wait for another sandwich. Now I need to try the cold one with mayo.

Over five years later. We are finally back. How often is a restaurant as good as you remember? AW…read moreShucks is even better than we remembered. Oysters! All VA and none any fresher. Great fish entrees perfectly cooked. Fresh sides. Great service. Nice bar. Comfort seating. Check the board for specials.

AW Shucks is by far one of my favorite restaurants in the 757…read more Food: Delicious! Best oysters in this area for the most reasonable price. Go on Thursday for $20 for a dozen. The oyster po boy is my favorite. The oysters are plump and delicious Service: Quick and polite. No complaints Ambiance: The outside doesn't look like much but the inside is very chill

Stopped in downtown Norfolk and decided to try Freemason Abbey Restaurant after hearing about it…read more The area itself was just okay, but the restaurant is definitely worth checking out because of the building. It's an old church built in 1873 as the Second Presbyterian Church, and it's been home to Freemason Abbey since 1989. The inside is really cool and gives the place a lot of character. You'll see some of that in my photos. I started with their she crab soup, which was excellent. It's one of their specialty soups and had that creamy, rich flavor you'd expect from a good she crab soup. For dinner, I was originally going to try the smoked gouda dish, but they had a chicken parm special for $24, so I went with that instead. Chicken breast, marinara, linguini and provolone cheese. Really glad I did. It was hot, flavorful and presented nicely. My only complaint was that it could have used a little more marinara, but I asked and they brought me some without any problem. Service was great from start to finish. I was there around 5:30, before the dinner rush, so it wasn't very busy, but everything came out promptly and there were no issues at all. Overall, definitely a cool place with a unique atmosphere, good food and great service. I'd absolutely go back again. Sometimes the building is half the meal, and this one definitely has a story to tell!

Freemason Abbey is the kind of place where you walk in expecting a nice dinner and walk out…read morewondering if you accidentally joined a secret society. The food was , the atmosphere was incredible, and the building has so much character that I half expected a guy in a robe to appear from a hidden hallway and whisper, "The appetizers have arrived." Everything was fantastic. The service was great, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was so cool I almost forgot I was there to eat and not investigate a 200-year-old murder mystery. Five stars without hesitation. I'd come back again, although I'm still waiting for someone to tell me the password to the dessert menu. 10/10. Would eat here again. Would also investigate suspicious-looking fireplaces.

I wish I had taken a few pictures before my first bite - it was all gone before I even thought to!…read moreBest shrimp Poboy I've had in ages. Not much impresses me when it comes to this sort of food, but given the location and proximity to my Cannabist, not only is it close to where I'm at frequently but the food is so outstanding I'd make the drive just for it. The employees and service provided by them is top of the line. Solid ambience, looks clean inside and they have a large flatscreen to watch while you eat or wait on the order. Definitely worth the money.

Wonderful place to get great cocktails! I highly recommend the ole' fashion. You get what you pay…read morefor. Noah was our server and he went above and beyond to make our social gathering even better. The Red Snapper, trout and the crab cakes were beautiful. Very cool environment! Eclectic and trendy. Definitely going back! BTW: She Crab Soup is extremely good.

Saltine is a restaurant focusing on seafood with a pretty wide range of raw shellfish and fresh…read morefish. Situated in the Hilton it features a large bar area and a quieter dining area as well as some private rooms. I had a the old bay shrimp, tuna poke, she crab soup, and the rockfish (served bronzed which is like Cajun and brown sugar) on top of succotash. I had two mocktails too which were great. Service was friendly and the bread they brought out was delicious and served with herb honey butter. Overall I really liked this place and recommend it if you love seafood.

If you want to grab a bite to eat and just sit and relax, this is a nice place to just come and…read morehave some good food. Great service.

Sandman Grill is a very good local bar and restaurant with an emphasis on restaurant…read more Menu has a variety of food for most palates. They have a few items of each type of food so there are salads, veggies, meats and seafood. We tried their ribeye with baked beans and Brussels sprouts. I enjoyed the chimichurri ribeye with the baked beans. I added their house marinara to the steak and beans and it was delicious! We also had their cheeseburger and it was ok. Two smash patties with usual condiments with short French fries. Their dessert was very good. Customer service is very attentive without being annoying. Very polite, knowledge of the menu and quick to follow up for drinks and see if you need something. Sandman Grill is a very nice local bar and restaurant that makes you feel welcomed and with good food in a nice place to relax.