Terribly expensive for low quality food. We grabbed a mid afternoon lunch there. Crab dip is a hunk of cream cheese with crab lint. The Reuben sandwich was so dry, the pastrami tough and tasteless. Mine was served without sauerkraut. I can't believe it was $14. We tried the tex mex eggrolls appetizer. Those were lukewarm, soggy, and bland. What I buy at Costco is better. Two appetizers, one entree, none of them hot and 3-4 beers came to $90 with tip. Never again. read more

First time here, visiting from VB and so glad we stopped here for lunch. Food was great and hot, fries are fresh cut and delicious! Bar is clean and servers are so kind, welcoming and attentive, we will definitely be back! Worth the drive! read more

The food and staff are amazing. Best pizza and onion rings around. The prices are very reasonable. We go there at least 1-2 times per month.

We randomly stoped by for lunch one day. My OBX burger was absolutely delicious! We will for sure go back. We didn't even notice the back bar area outside until we were getting ready to leave. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Obx Burger - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

My food was, once again, delicious. I had the blackened tuna sandwich with fresh cut fries and everything came out hot, quickly, and tasty! Both waitresses were very attentive, friendly, and helpful. Casual bar atmosphere with the Olympics on and some baseball games. Check them out! read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Blackened Tuna Sandwich with fresh cut fries - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Went in for a quick bite. Place is a good size and real chill. It wasn't busy so service was pretty quick. I had the Key Crab Soup and it was delicious!! read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Skeleton Key She-Crab Soup - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I called to ask a question and I think that was the worst interaction I've ever had with someone on the phone ever. I was a server for 2 years and now work at a coffee shop and that was just an insane way to speak to a customer who wants to give you money. I won't be going here because if that's how they talk to potential customers, I can't imagine how they treat people in the building. read more

The staff are great here and the lunch specials are awesome I want to come in the evening one day and check it out the place has a cool vibe and is really quite nice The food I've tried has been great perfect fries and sandwiches read more

We believe that if a establishment can repeat the quality and service two times in a row then the get the consistency nod and my favorite smiling folks didn't let me down With a order of a Rueben with fries that delicious dang key crab soup. Is off the chain and the OBX burger were on point once again! To my amazement to accomplish this late night fare after 11pm was absolutely amazing my cup of delicious Arnold Palmer never ran empty everything came out hot and delish so I must say if your on this side of town stop in and get it in your stomach will thank you for this vast array of late night delights. read more

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Interesting menu, great specials, fast friendly service, and the food was really good too! read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Bacon wrapped Cajun Shrimp & Fish Taco - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I'm not mad at this establishment. I must say, I did not know what to expect when I rolled up in here with my husbae one late night. I pass by this place quite often, my nailshop is nearby, but I thought this was like a members only bar or something of that sort. Well it was a Wednesday or Thursday night about 8pm and we sat at the bar. We weren't sure, just drinks or drinks and food. We could smell the aroma coming from the kitchen, so after a few minutes or so we thought, yeah drinks and food. I am not sure of the bartender name, but she was quite a pleasure. Attentive and she was able to recommend some food choices for us. My husbae chose the phillysteak and me, the wings. Both were surprisingly good to be bar food. I asked for a simple salad, well that's what I call it. Nothing to fancy, just basic... lettuce, cucumber and cheese. One of the cooks came out to reconfirm my salad order... when in doubt ask. I loved this!! I am taking away one star, because dining at the bar is a bit of a challenge. Well if you're like me barely 5ft, the bar and eating may not be the way to go for you. The bar top extends out to the point you literally have to lean in to make sure you do not drop any food on you or perhaps the floor. Other than that, all is good in the hood. It's spacious inside as well. Table tops are available as well as high tops. I think I saw a pool table too... I believe the restaurant runs specials throughout the week. I think Tuesdays or maybe Mondays, they feature a wing special. Parking is plentiful. This restaurant is located in a strip mall that features a few other eateries and shopping. The service was fast as well. While it wasn't too busy, we were eating within 10 minutes of ordering. There are TVs here and there is something in the back of the restaurant, perhaps where one can go to smoke... something is out back. But if you are in the area - check them out. Don't go in with super high expectations, but again for bar food, this place is worthy of a visit. Take care of yourself and enjoy life :) read more

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The food was so good..And the waitress made a bomb tequila drop! I will be sure to visit again read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Rueben, key crab soup - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

This bar was fun. I went in not knowing what to expect but was very hungry. I was immediately greeted with a warm hello from the bar, and a kind waitress seated me. I checked out the Yelp reviews and ordered the crab soup and a deluxe cheeseburger. OH BOY! I hit the jackpot. The KEY Crab soup was amazeballs, and the burger was juicy. I ate everything with joy. The customer service was terrific. I went there on Friday for lunch, and I was alone. I plan to return with my girlfriend because she loves crab soup, and I enjoy seeing her smile. This location would be a great place for a Friday date night with the hubby too. I am excited about coming back for a mixed drink and a dinner entree because their chef uses spices the way I use them - Yummmy! read more

Great place Wonderful staff they were very attentive. Food was amazing not pictured was the chicken wings which were great. read more

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I didn't care for the choice that I made, the Carolina Skiff, but I would go again and try something different. My sister said their burgers and wings are good , so I can try something else. I had French fries also , they were very good , fresh cut ! Service was find , a little slow but , ok . Ambiance was ok , bar atmosphere , but it was a bar , so all good . read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Carolina Skiff and Fries (no tomatoes or lettuce) - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

5 stars for my favorite onion rings in town! Also, pretty solid bloody maries. And the tuna steak sandwich with lump crab meat is killer!

This is a local bar and grill that's been around for awhile. They have a covered outdoor bar an eating area along with the restaurant inside. Service is always good and if you're generally a regular, they know what you're gonna order. The food is fantastic, unique and freshly cooked. Their fries are amazing along with their potato chips that are cut fresh every morning. If You've never been you need to go and experience the amazing burgers. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Carolina Skiff burger - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Didn't know this restaurant was here so we stopped in and gave it a try. The parking is plentiful since it's in a shopping center. We were there for lunch so it wasn't crowded or too loud. The service was great, the server was very personable. The menu has a lot to choose from. They have the coldest beer I have ever had. My husband had his on tap and mine was in a bottle and both were super cold. The Key Crab Soup is AMAZING!!!! I could just have gotten a bowl of that and been good. I had fried fish and fries. The food was definitely hot, my only complaint was that it lacked flavor. They have fresh cut fries, which I love, but no flavor/seasoning. Fish was fried well but again no seasoning. I'd return to get the soup. The food was just ok. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Key Crab Soup - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Came in on a busy Friday night with a large party of eight people. Staff went out of their way to move things around and accommodate us. Drinks came out quickly for adults and kids. Great atmosphere with multiple televisions and great vibes. Ordered nachos for an app. Good flavor and heat only complaint was the cheese sauce was a tad runny but nothing that could not be overcome. Meals came out hot and ready to go. Huge meatball sandwiches great Ruben's good pizza. Fries a little on the greasy side for my liking. All in all a great experience with good food good times. Can't say enough about the staff at the skeleton key. They were on top of everything from the time we walked in until we paid the tab. Many thanks!!!! Would highly recommend read more

Go here! The wings are really good. The house cut chips very yummy. I'd call this a hidden gem because you might not recognize it present over in the shopping center by big lots and Gabes. It may have just been me slow to find it though. I've not had any of their drinks but will definitely go back for the food. read more

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We stopped by for lunch. We ordered club sandwiches, a cup of crab soup and fried shrimp as an appetizer. The restaurant seemed to lack staff for the number of guests awaiting the service. There was a server and two cooks. The food was very good. The soup was the best we've had in a while. They give you large servings of food. The restaurant has an interesting atmosphere but not so attractive. read more

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looking for something divey -this is your go to. especially if your looking for a quick cheap beer! its a bar with better bar food. some days its hit or miss im told but all the servers are super nice! they had live music when we went which was cool. i gott the soft shell crab meal which was seasoned great but crab was almost not soft. the ahi tuna was my favorite cooked medium rare to perfection! and the fried okra was good ! sauce on the side for both was amazing! read more

The food here never disappoints! And neither do the bartenders! Get yourself a pizza cooked crispy and you'll thank me later

We've seen this place for years and finally decided to have dinner here. We started with loaded tots which were amazing, different types of cheese and bacon. I had a meat lover's Stromboli that was big enough to feed the family. I over ate on the tots so didn't make it very far into the Stromboli but it was great as a left over. I would like to try one of there key zones next time. The pizza had too much cheese for my wife and daughters liking. Overall a good experience that the wife and I will try again in the future. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Stromboli meat lovers - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Great service and atmosphere. Love the drinks and food. The bartenders are very friendly. read more

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Good location, Attentive staff & good selection of beers. My friend loves their lasagna & steak salads .. I love to take advantage of weekly 11-4 lunch specials! read more

Got takeout tonight. Pepperoni stromboli, bacon cheese fries, and a buffalo chicken sandwich. Stromboli had like 3 pepperonis and the ends were just completely bread. They did give me a ton of sauce, so that was good. Cheese fries weren't great. Chicken sandwich was tough. You shouldn't have to grunt when biting through a chicken sandwich. My wife said "We don't deserve this." We only ate half and threw out the rest. read more

Recently purchased a pizza there and it was very good. The lady behind the bar was very courteous and helpful. Enjoyed the pizza and will go back to order other menu items. read more

Stop in for lunch and was not disappointed. Very welcoming environment and a nice chill feeling. There's a nice outdoor bar and seating in the back where you can play a few arcade games and corn hole. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Carolina skiff. Worth every nite. - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Great food. But service is extremely slow. Waitress/bar tender is moving fast, but they need another person to help. Also, the flies are bad. read more

Wow, very impressed with the food. Normally bars have average food for a decent price. They have probably the best Club Sandwich I've ever had with a lot of fries for only $9. Also, they have cornhole out back and can play if you bring your own bags. Environment was cool with slot machines if you're into gambling. Bartender was nice and enthusiastic. Definitely will be going back read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Club Sandwich - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Seating as soon as I walked in. Food was ready less than 8 minutes. Got a beer a shot and my food was ready! Smells amazing, taste amazing and I'm coming back !!!!! Bartender is awesome Jaimee will get you straight !! Glad I listened to fellow yelpers ! Any questions of where togo in the area come here !! read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - A cold beer off work and a great menu - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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I'll give it a 3 star. Probably more like a 3 1/2. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was your typical bar scene, the table was sticky (yuck) and so the tables by the bar were noisy with some drunk that only knew four letter cuss words. Personally I don't know why bartenders don't cut them off or calm them down. I got the Philly cheesesteak because I am always on the lookout for a good one. It was ok, needed more peppers and cheese. It had a good amount of steak, the fries were hit or miss. Some were perfect, some were mushy. The wife got the Rueben and homemade potato chips. The bread was burnt and the sandwich kinda dry. The chips were flat out burnt. So, they replaced them with fries. I don't understand when a restaurant brings food out that is obviously overcooked. You wouldn't eat it, why expect the customer to pay for it and eat it? In a pinch, I may go back and give it another chance. It has a good menu, maybe just an off night. A lot of 5 stars, but not this night. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - My Philly and the wife's overcooked chips - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I came into town and was looking for a place to eat dinner that was close to the hotel. So, I hit Yelp to see what everyone recommended and this place came up. Sat down and the bartender asked my name (who does that anymore?) it was great. Then I got a welcome from the long time manager and had a chance to meet him. The Margarita pizza was fantastic and the staff is great as well. Thanks guys. Best place in Chesapeake. I'll be back every time I'm in town. read more

This place was a crazy surprise. After too many people had told me how great the keyzones are I had to go try. Walk in on a Saturday at lunch time and it was nice and quite. We sat at the bar with some other people so the bar tender didn't have to go between the tables and bar. She was gratuitous enough to put on what we wanted on the tv. The service was attentive with great menu insights and general conversation. The calzones are amazing. I was also worried I was being over sold but it really lived up to the hype. We also had wings which were on point. We will definitely be back. read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Meat lovers keyzone - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Heard some good reviews and since it's close we thought we'd give it a shot. Our waitress was nice and attentive enough. Unfortunately, the food just wasn't good. We got some chicken strips, and while I knew we wouldn't get hand breaded, homemade chicken, they were thin, processed, over fried planks. The tuna steak sandwich was unremarkable...served without any kind of horseradish sauce or something similar. The fries were okay. we really thought they would have more fresh seafood on their menu but it really is just standard, mediocre at best, bar food. I guess if you are going in to primarily drink it would be OK. But if you are going in to get a good meal for the price, it's a disappointment. We're crossing this place off our list. read more

I've lived beside it for 5 years and don't know why I never tried it. I'm glad I did. The food was not skimpy nor overly priced. The restaurant itself was very clean. The staff was friendly and quick. Even though we just had sandwiches, the food we got was fresh and really good. It was a great experience start to finish. read more

We've lived in 23321 since 2002. Have never heard of SK. Saw a review on the Western Branch site & gave it a try. Definitely has a bar atmosphere. Got a to go order. French dip & shrimp salad. Hub loved his FD & the fries are homemade. My salad was really good with all super green lettuce. Shrimp was a little over cooked, but great flavor. They have daily lunch specials. Mondays .50 per shrimp, fried, steamed, or broiled. Drafts, $2.50. Football days 11-7pm Same specials. Bartender was super friendly. Would love to see SK advertise, run early bird dinners. Maybe karaoke night. Bingo night, etc. Not very big but very clean. Will go again. Oh...they need to update their website. Prices are incorrect. read more

Food was satisfactory at best, but service was horribe. I had to get my own menu.. then I make the order at the bar.. had to ask to pay.. then I didn't receive my change... had I received my change I may have left a tip., but the bartender can consider what she stole, her tip. Meal was overpriced anyways. I don't recommend at all. read more

I've been going here for years and it is by far my favorite local bar. Their food is outstanding. They also have cornhole boards out back, all you have to do is ask to play if there isn't a tournament going on. You have to get the steak skewer medium rare.....it is PERFECT. Service is great as well. The outside area you can smoke in, and there is always good music. Definitely worth the visit! read more

Skeleton Key Bar and Grille - Relaxing day - Bars Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia