This a great restaurant in Irvington. It's located inside the compass theatre and arcade arena. The…read moreservice has always been wonderful. It gets crowded on Tuesdays as they have half off movie nights and also taco Tuesdays. Absolutely recommend their fried shrimp tacos. It's one of the best shrimp tacos I have ever had. They also have various other things in their menu. Ribs were amazing, love the tater tots. Nice selection of beer and cocktails. Ambiance is great. Nice bar area. If you're running late to the movies, You can take your food to the movie theater as well. Price is pretty nominal. They have plenty of parking spots. Really glad they have this place in the northern neck area.

We had the most unfortunate experience on a recent Saturday. We had reservations for 6:45pm and…read morewere seated promptly which was great. The problem is...that is where it all ended and stopped. Nobody else ever came by our table to bring water or anything at all. After watching people zip by us, we finally hailed downs server 25minutes later. She sounded overwhelmed. We asked for water and she obliged. Dropped them off and then we didn't see her again so we left the restaurant.

This place is amazing 1st time here wow rib eye steak was perfect. Long Island amazing. The lady…read moreserving us Unfortunately. Thank you guys for a great night. We will be back o best music playing Love it.

Friendly staff members, food was adequate, and atmosphere was welcoming. Was only one of a few…read morepeople there on a Tuesday night, but January is a slow month everywhere. Excited to see what Trivia night in Tuesday's has in store!

We happened to be in Tappahannock, VA on a Monday evening celebrating our nephew's birthday and, by…read morechance, ended up at 528 Italian American Restaurant, and we're so glad we did. We had a party of 10, and they were incredibly quick to accommodate us. From the start, the service stood out. Our server worked hard throughout the evening to ensure everything was smooth and that we had an excellent dining experience. The food was fantastic. A few of us ordered the 40 oz. Tomahawk steak with shrimp and two sides, and it was easily one of the best steaks I've had. While $120 is definitely an investment, it was well worth it, the meat was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The sauce on the side complemented it nicely, the sides were delicious, and the presentation really elevated the entire dish. It's also large enough to easily feed two people. Others at the table enjoyed a variety of dishes, including the surf and turf special (ribeye and shrimp for $40), a fish sandwich, and a ribeye steak and cheese. Everything that came out looked and tasted great. They also brought out complimentary bread with a homemade dipping sauce, which was a nice touch. You can tell they take pride in their food--we got the sense that much of it is made in-house. We also tried a few desserts, and they did not disappoint. The carrot cake, in particular, was one of the best I've had. Inside the restaurant was large and looked like they could host banquet and parties. We even had the opportunity to meet and talk with the owner, Tony, and were impressed by his background and passion for what he does. Overall, we had a great experience, and most importantly, our nephew had a wonderful birthday celebration. We will definitely be stopping back in the next time we're in the area.

This restaurant is our go to place for good food, the quality is great the staff are very friendly…read moreand the food never disappoint. We always visit when the crowd are gone allowing us to take our time and enjoy our meal and outing.

**LEE'S SEAFOOD DINER -- (and I would give it a sixth star if the tyranny of the five-star system…read morepermitted)** I did not eat at Lee's. Lee's ate *me*. I walked in a man and walked out a myth. The moment the door swung open, a bell rang -- no, a *bell tolled* -- and the salt air hit me like a letter from an old lover. Somewhere in the back, a fryer sighed. I understood, instantly, that every meal I had eaten before this one was merely rehearsal. The hush puppies arrived like small golden asteroids from a kinder planet. I bit one. My ancestors stood up. The fried shrimp -- plump, glistening, arranged with the casual confidence of a Renaissance fresco -- were so good that a man two booths over stopped chewing simply to watch me experience them. We locked eyes. Nothing needed to be said. The coleslaw. I will be brief about the coleslaw only because I cannot speak of it without weeping. It was cold. It was crisp. It knew things. Our waitress, whose name was Denise and whose true name is probably written in the stars, called me "hon" exactly four times, each one landing like a papal blessing. She refilled my sweet tea before I knew I wanted it refilled. She *anticipated my thirst*. NASA should study her. The tartar sauce came in one of those little paper cups. Peer-reviewed journals are not ready for what was inside. Décor: nautical rope, one (1) enormous varnished fish, laminated menus soft as old money. Perfect. Flawless. Do not change a single thing, Lee, I am begging you. I left $12 lighter and 400 years wiser. Go to Lee's. Order the platter. Tell Denise I'm doing better now.

Came to Lee's for dinner with my son on an early Friday night in December. Pro-tip: this place gets…read morepopular full quick! It is popular, for all the right reasons, so take that into your planning. We were seated quickly because we arrived before 5:30! By the time we left there weren't many open seats. The waiter was great, well timed and very competent. Inside it was cozy and ready for the Christmas holiday's. Something possessed me so I ordered a margarita. Pretty good! I have crazy margarita standards and this one hit the mark. We also started with hushpuppies. Since I used to have a summer job where ALL I did was make hushpuppies at a fish fry shack, I can personally rate hushpuppies and these were outstanding. I'm a sucker for crabcakes. So, of course, I had to have a crabcake sandwich. I didn't want to go all in on the meal and the sandwich seemed the perfect fit for me. And it was! Just the way I like them and wouldn't have it any other way. I went with mashed potatoes gravy as one side. It was very good and will be my new staple. I wanted a good vegetable that I could identify, but the only option that appealed to me was the cucumber salad. I don't remember the last time I ordered that. After the edition, I should order it more! The reason this has been a successful family run business for the last 80 years is because it is reliable, tastes great, and would be the poster child of a place that excels at "comfort food". And I write that with pride.

Everything we ordered was so good! The crab-stuffed oysters were amazing, and the pimento mac and…read morecheese and collard greens were just as delicious. Our server was incredibly kind and attentive and never hesitated to bring us extra lemon, condiments, or anything else we needed. The food came out quickly, and the service was excellent from start to finish. We'll definitely be back!

Everything was delicious!! Service with a smile! If ever in the area again will definitely return!read more

Met up with a couple of friends to eat out some Mexican food on a Friday night. The place was…read morePACKED but fortunately they grabbed a seat before we got there. Started off with a margarita on the rocks that definitely hit the spot. I'm a bit of a Texas margarita snob and this one held it's own. Definitely a family spot or a local owned spot as the owner/manager was extremely friendly and checked in on us a couple of times. Really not needed as the waitress was doing an exceptional job. What really blew me away was the seafood burrito. My buddy recommended it so there I was. With this GIGANTIC burrito full of seafood goodness. I really should have taken half of it home but I was trying to prove myself. I won/lost depending on how you would view it! Definitely my new go to menu item and I will absolutely try to do this more often.

I want to say that Los Portales in Callao has gone down. I ordered what was described as a taco…read moresalad. It is described as a crisp flour tortilla filled with ground beef or chicken, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, Los Portales cheese and sour cream. What I got was no crispy tortilla ... just sick looking chicken nuggets of some sort on shredded lettuce with something dumped on top. I ended up taking it back to the restaurant and finally got my money back after being lectured that I was rude and that it was my fault because I supposedly ordered the wrong salad. This is the second time they have botched my takeout order. I had ordered nachos with beans only and when I got the order they had put ground beef and beans on them. Yuck. So, I will not step foot in this restaurant again and it smells greasy which doesn't enhance my eating experience. Be forewarned.

Arrived on a Thursday night and the place was packed. We came a lot later than usual and it was…read moreHalloween, so that was on us. We sat in a nice waiting room for about a half hour, maybe more, but the folks around us were super nice and we just enjoyed socializing until our table was ready. It was almost as if they were doing seatings because at the same time a number of tables opened up. The hostess was overwhelmingly nice and the waitress was perfect for a local spot. Both were well seasoned and charming. I ordered the Lively Combo which was just about all the seafood lightly fried. Almost a Calabash style. Fish, clams, shrimp and oysters. For the sides I went with green beans and mashed potatoes w/ gravy. Both of which would have been just the way my mom made them. Finally, since that wasn't enough, they lured me into the desserts. There were over a half dozen options and I went with the Lemoncello cake which definitely put me over the edge of awesome. Definitely a recommended home town spot.

A very comfortable and casual restaurant that makes you feel like you are being taken care of in…read moresomeone's home. It's like your favorite Aunt Mary is spoiling you for a Sunday night dinner. The decor is country cozy while the service is very friendly and welcoming. Make sure your entire party is there before you try to get seating- I saw a group have to wait at the bar or on the porch until the rest of their group arrived. The menu is not overwhelming and consisted of some traditional foods that they do well. We enjoyed the rib eye and the boneless pork chop at our table. The baked potato, a trip to the salad bar, the beets, and the boiled cabbage were all part of the variety of sides enjoyed. I loved the salad bar. Everything on the salad bar was very fresh. Dinner was enjoyed with a round of red wine by everyone.

This is the time of great memories. Come here to this local burger joint and start to make them. I…read morefondly remember our neighborhood burger spot (Crickets) and this is the new generation version. It is run by locals and full of local employees. It's were you go to see people you know and went to school with. Heck some of those kids working there may still be in school! The food is good, reasonably cheap and fast. If you want to "Buy Local", start here. When you come inside make a sharp turn and place your order. They have menus on the right hand side and take a look while you wait your turn. After you order, grab a spot inside or outside. Not a ton of space in or out, but enough and a lot of people just grab it to go which helps. After you order, wait your number and then pick up your prize. I have a huge soft spot for crabmeat and went with the crabcake sandwich. I bet their burgers are better. It wasn't bad, it was just good. Others in our party said the burgers were great. I'm such a consistent player that I never met a bad pecan pie nor a bad crab cake. I have a WIDE tolerance for my joy. I ordered a side of fries and they were ginormous. You only need one for every few people so be aware. Overall, super happy and look forward to my next visit.

This restaurant is a local institution. It's casual, relaxed and delicious. Indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. A friendly staff. It's quick, it's good. They do a nice job of advertising seasonal specials. The prices are good. They have seafood. Their ice cream is wonderful, go just for the ice cream and you'll be happy.