I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Elephant & Octopus during a day trip to Cape Charles,…read moreand what a cute find! From the moment we stepped in, the atmosphere was inviting! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by a whimsical, nautical meets industrial interior. Think exposed brick, quirky elephant and octopus artwork, and cozy seating that feels both inviting and upscale. It's the kind of place where you'll want to linger over your meal and soak in the unique ambiance. As for the food, it did not disappoint. I started with the Ale & Onion Soup, and wow. This was comfort in a bowl! The robust flavor of Guinness melded perfectly with the caramelized onions, and the bubbling gruyère on the toasted bread points just took it over the top. It was savory, rich, and perfect for the chilly day. My friend went for the She Crab Soup, and couldn't stop raving about it. Creamy and absolutely packed with local crab meat. The puffed oyster crackers and a sprinkle of Old Bay were the ultimate finishing touch. I managed to sneak a bite, and it was heavenly! We also asked the bartender for a fun cocktail, and they whipped up a bright, lemony drink that was as refreshing as it was beautiful. It was perfectly balanced and not too sweet, served with a citrus twist. Service was great. Friendly, attentive without hovering, and happy to make recommendations. If you're in Cape Charles and looking for a spot that nails both food and atmosphere, you can't go wrong here. Already planning my next visit!

The food was absolutely delicious and plentiful. Supper friendly staff, in a beautiful historical…read morebuilding. Try the she crab soup. Delicious.

Such a cute lil pizza place! Perfect meal post beach day in Cape Charles. Food was delicious,…read morebeer was ice cold and desserts hit the spot! They have side street parking available. I would be early because this place gets packed during the summer days!

We had a fantastic dinner here on a busy Memorial Day weekend…read more The menu has a great selection of pizzas, salads, small plates, home made pasta and Chicken/Veal entrees. I opted for the "Pasta Boat" house pie (pizza) which was fantastic. It consisted of mushrooms, roasted red peppers, black olives, arugula, and balsamic.....OH MY! So good! They also have gluten free crust (cauliflower) if you like that dietary option. We sat at a high top table towards the back and watched their amazing kitchen staff work seamlessly together like an orchestra. We joked that it was like sitting at the chef's table which we loved. The restaurant was busy and vibrant but not too noisy inside. There is also outside patio seating. Be aware that if you are on the waitlist you have 10 minutes once you receive the text notification to return to the restaurant before your name is booted out of the system and taken off of the list.

Ventured into this place about 9:15 PM on a Thursday only because they are the only option that…read morestill serves food this late in Cape Charles on a Thursday... man, I am glad I did! The bartender was very friendly and the food was fantastic... definitely not what you expect walking into a pub. Most notably, a special they were offering, which I know is seasonal, softshell crab bites-- OMG, absolutely amazing, and in my opinion, far more tasty than my typical softshell crab sandwich, which can sometimes be a little bit too crabby with every bite. Also had another special; blackened shrimp tacos with a side house salad. Also amazing. Definitely looking forward to coming back!

Terrific food and friendly services. Tried various menu items and loved all of them…read more Love the hot honey chicken.

Cam, she waited on my wife and our 6 kids and she was phenomenal!…read more Perfect service, food was amazing, desserts were great. Cam gave us many recommendations of good shops and beaches to go too. Definitely will be coming back. Management was friendly aswell. 10/10!!

Visited The Shanty again today. Here last September and we had a great time, and plus our…read morebartender was amazing. Josh. Happy to walk in today and see Josh again behind the bar. Phenomenal customer service and good conversation. Highly recommend The Shanty, and if lucky your bartender will be Josh.

SLy Fox is a speakeasy. It has that secret speakeasy VIBE with Dark wood with black wallpaper…read more Absolutely swanky and mysterious. The only way to get in is on special occasions so inquire within or on the Sly Fox website. The staff were so wonderful and kind really catering to our every need. We started with Infused water and mimosas. The Raspberry mimosa was sweet and bubbly with the perfect amount of raspberry sorbet. The food was beautifully displayed in a buffet style. Such a great variety. Fresh fruit of all kinds, french toast, waffles and chicken, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage , scrabbled eggs, quiche, house potatoes, deviled eggs, and a charcuterie board . On the sweet side they had mini cinnamon rolls, danish, brownies, cookies and cupcakes with the galentine theme. They had chocolate and chocolate covered strawberries with pretty pink food grade glitter. Plenty to choose from and plenty to eat. We loved it. In order to get into the speakeasy it is tickets only. We are looking on their website for the special events. Can't wait to see what they do for another event style. This time is was a Galentine Brunch.

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.

This is really a review of the page for I don't know if this place exists. Before going to Onancock…read more(which I did yesterday), I looked for cool eateries to go to. This place caught my eye the most. Everything about this restaurant that is on the page I like, but the stuff that isn't on the page I hate. There's no address!! When in Onancock, I probably asked about half a dozen people about this place, and nobody has ever heard of a tiki bar called House Point. Does this place even exist? I LOVE THE PICTURES, for example. I don't know how else to throw this up here, so I placed it as a review so, if anybody sees this, add more info! I'm dying to go to this place one day now!

No where better to be! The pool, the cocktails and an all around good time! Service is great and…read moregames go all day. Loving the Pandora ganga playlist! Wish I could be here all the time!

Honey and Hooch is a wonderful restaurant in the heart of Great Bridge in Chesapeake. It offers a…read morespectacular ambiance with delicious food from appetizers to entrees and a terrific selection of custom cocktails that pale in comparison to the servers, bartenders, and staff. This restaurant is an absolute 100 on every count.

I went here with my wife . We made reservations and were seated promptly. We started with a craft…read morecocktail. They were very good. We heard about the extensive wine selection and we had to see what they had . We chose a bottle of Mercury Head . It was delicious. For food we did the crab rangoon egg rolls( real crab btw) , lamb lollipops, lobster Pad Thai , and a ribeye. They were all fantastic and the Pad Thai was a recommendation from our server Hope. It was delicious .!We ended the night with a creme brûlée. All in all this is a must try restaurant

Nice bar with an interesting list of signature cocktails. Bartenders are friendly but not very…read moreattentive. You can also order food from the Saltine restaurant next door.

Went here last night with a friend…read more It's located in the first floor of the Main in Downtown Norfolk right next to the Saltine restaurant. The bar has a very rich and relaxing environment. It's very modern yet with a classic vibe. Sorta steam punk esque if you will. I had several classes of Jameson (my favorite) and my friend tried the Violette and the Mr. Pink (play on a Negroni) which were both very good. We also shared some Old Bay French fries which were very yummy. The service was great! The bartender was very knowledgeable about the drinks and was even able to offer substitutions for ingredients in the drinks. We stayed until the lights came on and the manager kindly told us it was time to go lol. Love the experience!

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.

5 stars - May 14, 2026 - Virginia Beach, VA…read more Stopped by The Atlantic during happy hour and this place absolutely lived up to the hype. Between the atmosphere, service, location, pricing, and quality of the food, this was an easy 5-star experience for me. It's only about a block from the beach, and to top it off they offer complimentary valet parking, which was a huge plus in the Virginia Beach area. We ordered the happy hour raw oysters ($12 for 12) and the "Oysters Rock" ($12 for 12), and both were outstanding. The Oysters Rock were very similar to Oysters Rockefeller and were perfectly done -- rich, flavorful, and cooked just right without overpowering the oyster itself. The East Coast oysters on the half shell were also excellent. I'm not exactly sure where on the East Coast they were sourced from, but they were a good size with deep cups and loaded with oyster liquor -- fresh, clean, and briny in the best way possible. The drinks were one of the biggest surprises. A generous-sized martini for $4 and a large mojito for $4? In a nice restaurant this close to the beach? That's almost unheard of these days. The well rum was only $2 and the well gin was $4. Incredible happy hour prices all around. The hush puppies ($20 for two orders) were very good too, although I would've liked a little more crab in them. The only real markdown of the meal was the Hamachi sashimi/yellowtail ($12 happy hour price). It tasted fine, but the portion was definitely on the small side and didn't really feel worth the price compared to everything else we ordered. We also tried the calamari ($12), shrimp flatbread ($9), and elote ($14), and overall the food quality across the board was very solid. Service from Leanon was excellent -- friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the meal. I live in California but travel to Virginia Beach frequently, and this place has officially moved near the top of my must-return list every time I'm in town. Great seafood, great vibe, amazing happy hour pricing, and a perfect beach-area location. Hard to beat.

This was a surprise hit for quality food during our trip to Cape Charles. They know how to cook!…read more My husband got a 4-piece fried chicken dinner with onion rings. The chicken was so good. Next time I'm here, we're getting chicken from Salt & Sand and taking it to the beach. My daughter got a friend chicken tender salad that she loved. I got a cheeseburger and fries. The cheeseburger was just okay. I'd definitely get something different next time. Hats off to the owners for making tasty food and thriving in this small community. I hope Word gets out about how good you are!

Excellent service, excellent seafood, right in downtown Cape Charles, and a nice market with beer…read moreand wine is located next door.