Shadowlawn Eats

Locally owned & operated

Walk-ins welcome

Went in to get out the rain and decided "yea I need some food"…read morechose the fried green tomato caprese salad with a crab cake, HOLY HELL that was Devine, bartender was sweet and cracked jokes I'm absolutely coming back with friends

We came in January @2pm, it emptied and quiet. But nevertheless the food was delicious. I was told…read moretheir menu is made from scratched. The chicken and fish sandwiches where massive. Waffle fries were crunchy like ck-fil-a. I wonder what their summer menu would be like. They Great beer menu too.

Seafood Pasta

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Esoteric Craft Beer and Curated Provisions

4.3(394 reviews)

First time in Virginia Beach and first time at Esoteric, couldn't have been more pleased! Went on a…read moreTuesday so it was Burger Night. Arrived around 6:30 and were able to get a table but it filled up fast. Host noted we were probably new bc Tuesdays were usually familiar faces; love to hear that locals love a place too! We ordered the Buffalo Mushrooms as a starter and let me tell you, it's worth the hype. The crunch on these things is legendary. The sauce is a little spicy but it won't blow your palate out. Also the portion is enormous. We wanted to save our appetite for our mains but just kept eating them. We got the monthly special burger which was the kimchi burger with Brussels sprouts on the side and a wagyu meatball sub with fries. Dear lord that burger! I am trying to remember another burger that I loved this much. The kimchi was cooked down into a bit of a compote which melded with the cheese and gochujang perfectly, the patties were crispy as hell! The bun added a perfect sweetness. I told the server it was "stupid". I almost cried. This can't even capture just how good the food was. I'm sorry. The Brussels sprouts were a little understated, kinda like creamed spinach at a steakhouse. They were delicious but overshadowed by other menu items. The meatballs were spicier than we expected, so if you like a spicy meatball, get after it. The best thing about the sub was the pesto sauce on top, which added a nice green brightness to what was an otherwise heavy sandwich. Good luck picking this monster up, we needed to resort to knife and fork! The fries were on point. Whoever is running the frier at Esoteric has the temp dialed in. I wish we had room for dessert but we were already bagging up most of the sub and fries. The portions here match the prices. Would love to eat outside here when it's a little warmer. If you are looking for a cute spot in the vibe, don't miss Esoteric. We for sure will be back.

[Late review. Visited September 2025]…read more We visited Virginia Beach and found Esoteric due to its good reviews online. We reserved for an early dinner and we somehow were able to order items from the happy hour menu. We ordered wings from the Happy Hour menu along with cocktails. From the regular menu, we had poutine, black garlic caesar salad, and duck tacos. The food was delicious! The duck tacos were really amazing that I wish I had more space in my stomach to eat more. The poutine was amazing along with the wings. The cocktails were not as great as we hoped. The ambiance was great - quite modern and perfect for a laid back dinner. The service was okay. I think the staff was a little distracted that day.

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Beer cheese pretzel is a must

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Commune

4.3(971 reviews)

Went for Sunday brunch. I tried the lemon balm soda. I wasn't a fan, it tasted like a ricotta. So…read moremaybe if it was cold outside I would've like it more! I really enjoyed the fried rice bowl! It's super cute inside. There can be a bit of a wait but it's worth it.

One of my favorite brunch spots. I had the biscuit egg benny for brunch with an Iced Lavender…read moreLatte. They no longer serve alcohol here at this restaurant. I am going to miss my sorbet mimosas. They were so good. The lavender latte is my be of my favorites. The service is fast and reliable. If you like farm to table style this is the place.

Fried Rice Bowl

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Grit Bowl

Repeal Bourbons and Burgers

4.4(1.7k reviews)

0.9 mi

Let me start off this review with complete and total praise of this place. The burgers are…read morefantastic, They are truly out of this world good. Every bite was awe inspiring. I had the Fire and Brimstone burger with fries it had a good kick and great flavor. The service at the bar was great. He Made me a fantastic manhattan when I asked for one made with his preference. The vibes of this place make it seem like you have entered your whiskey friend's basement.

This place was amazing. We got there and they said we had a 30-40 minute wait but we got a table in…read more10 minutes. The place was great, the food was absolutely fantastic my dad got the huntsman and said it was one of the best burgers he has ever ate, and the people there were just the best, the service was top notch.

Pork Belly Burnt Ends

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The Huntsman w/Truffle Fries

Barrel 17

4.0(445 reviews)

I ran the Shamrock Marathon and I always want a good burger after a race and Barrel 17 did not…read moredisappoint. I ordered the Sunrise Burger, subbing hot honey for the mayo and oh-mah-gawsh that was an excellent decision. (The burgers are a little on the smaller side, but I found it to be the perfect size.) I told my husband that the onion rings were some of the best I've ever had. Kyle was our server, and he was incredible--attentive despite being a little overwhelmed. It's darker on the inside because of the wood paneling, but it works for the saloon-adjacent vibe it's going for. Highly recommend!

Admittedly i don't go down to the Oceanfront often; at least not often enough to know when new…read morethings pop up. So when one of the Homies told me about this place I was all in because - burgers - what's not to love. Barrel 17 did not disappoint; when i got there i realized quickly i was the last to know because it was busy. We had about a 10 minute wait to be seated but that was cut short by option to sit at the bar. The bartender was working like she had six arms. It was non stop; attentive, taking orders, making drinks, checking back with others, she was truly impressive. The places was jumping; it was busy, casual and didn't slow down from the time we arrived until we left. Parking is challenging, there's a small lot beside the restaurant and a small lot behind it so if you can car pool you'll benefit yourselves. Now on to the star of the show - the food! The only knock I had was portion size. In a big guy with an even bigger appetite and when i left there i could've eaten my whole meal over again lol. But that's also because it was delicious. I got the mac n cheese starter, the Beast Burger, tater tots , and the biggest slice of chocolate cake I've ever had. Literally the biggest slice of cake ever- twice the size of my burger. Everything was delicious, from start to finish and if i were a person that had a normal appetite i would've left full like my friends did. Will definitely be back!

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Barrel Burger

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Spicy Margarita

Pacifica

4.1(300 reviews)

1.5 mi

Great experience last night celebrating a birthday outside on the veranda at Pacifica.. Our group…read moresort of exploded from 4 to 11 and they were totally accommodating in making sure we had space as we expanded. Really wonderfully creative cocktails the bartender/owner invents included a cask aged Negroni. Service by Ella was 5 Star all the way. With a group that size the orders just keep coming and we never had to look for her. If you are a charcuterie fan, this place has the best board in town. We also loved the daily special, dirty martini hummus. If you haven't been here in a while, I'd suggest you give it a go.

I came from LA Search fried chicken and on of the places…read morethat came up was Pacifica I really don't recommend coming here for the fried chicken The chicken was fried but the taste was awful French fries where very good

Tomatoes fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, balsamic pearls Delicious

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Cheers

Hearth Wood Fired Cuisine & Craft Beer

4.4(475 reviews)

My husband and I absolutely loved this place…read more We were in Virginia Beach for a few months, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it just as enjoyable to sit and stay as it is to eat. It quickly became our favorite happy hour in Virginia Beach. We've tried both the rotating bread pudding (when we were there it was pumpkin) and the apple crostata for dessert, and each time they were just as good as the last. The service was outstanding from start to finish. If you're visiting, it's worth a stop and reservations are definitely recommended.

Went to Hearth on Friday and had a good experience overall. Service was good, drinks were fine, and…read morethe food was solid. The deep fried deviled eggs were my favorite, so good. The only thing I didn't love was the cornbread oysters. I love oysters, but the cornbread flavor was a little overpowering for me. I'd still definitely go back and try more.

Where magic happens

Steak Chimichurri

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Smokey Chicken

Eurasia Cafe

4.4(481 reviews)

1.5 mi

We went for restaurant week. Driven by this place so many times and we finally stopped in…read more Since we had three courses, we were able to sample many different dishes. Everything we had was great! I LOVED their macaroni and cheese. The service was great too. Would love to go back soon!

It's restaurant week in Virginia Beach so we decided to have lunch at Eurasia. We started out with…read moreHot and Sour Soup and it was very hearty and delicious. It's wonderfully balanced and oh so good! For our entree we both had the Shrimp and Grits. This dish was fantastic. It was served with a triangle polenta and gouda concoction that was slightly deep fried to create a crunchy texture on the outside and a beautiful creamy texture inside. It was so good. The creole sauce was delicious and it brought everything together wonderfully well. Great experience, highly recommended!

Part of the Wine Wall

Gyro Flatbread

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Oysters Eurasia and Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio

Calypso Bar & Grill

3.6(501 reviews)

My friend and I stopped by Calypso on a Saturday night for a fun night out. The last time she went…read moreto Calypso was during the Summer and there was a DJ and people dancing so we assumed that was the vibe all year round. Unfortunately, there wasn't a DJ but the music was great! We walked over to the bar and the bartenders were super cool. They gave us drink menus to look over and I love that they have mocktail options for those that don't drink alcohol. I ordered a Lemon Drop Martini and after the "included gratuity", my drink was $15, which was bit pricey. Overall, the night was great and we enjoyed ourselves! The longer we stayed, the more people started coming in and even though it was a bit chilly, some people decided to hang out in their outdoor patio area as well. We did have to park on 11th street and parking was $2/hr but it was worth it. If you're looking for a fun place to grab some food and drinks while vibing to some great music, head to the Calypso at the Oceanfront.

Bad customer service Please don't come here. totally…read morerecommend Timing is off Food is alright