A1 Seafood is a bare bones but excellent takeout shop seafood shop. We called ahead for fresh…read moresteamed clams and blue crabs which were ready and hot when promised. The clams were perfectly tender and drizzled with garlic butter. We ordered 15 and received over 20. The large crabs were steamed with the perfect coating of their seasoning. The seasoning had a nice bite and the crabs were sweet and juicy. Perfection! A few crabs had only one claw but A1 made up for that; we ordered a dozen and received 15. Staff were very friendly both on the phone and at the counter.

Look, crab legs aren't cheap. But it's hard to find a place that really justifies the prices. A1…read moreSeafood is a solid spot to go to or order a boil for your beach house. You'll spend $150-200 for two families but you'll probably have leftover shrimp or potatoes (not a bad thing!) and everyone will be saying the same thing, "wow, that was amazing." They know what they are doing and are exceptional at giving you the full experience at your own home (rental). I am not even a die-hard crab leg guy but this is almost absolutely on our must do list each year when we visit Cape Charles.

Really good food! The cornbread, fried chicken, and limas were so good. Just really wholesome home…read morecooking. I would rate it higher for the food but the ambience is part gas station :) Kind service - and a variety of menu items. It's fast-casual food so just order and plan to stay while the food is cooked up.

I had the misfortune of having dinner at Sting Ray's last night. The fried oysters were horrible…read more They weren't even whole oysters. They were tiny pieces of oyster that were almost invisible in the breading. They also tasted horrible and gave me an upset stomach the rest of the evening. Quite possibly the worst dinner I've ever had. On top of this, the service was painfully slow. It will be a cold day in hell before I eat there again.

Josh makes the best dirty martini. Everyone run to get one. He's a gem and the ambiance is top…read morenotch. Josh deserves a raise

I spent the day in Cape Charles with my family and wanted to find a place that offered some local…read morefare. While walking along Mason Avenue, I made reservations at The Shanty, and it turned out to be a great choice. The restaurant is just a short stroll from the main shopping area, down by the docks. You can park for free along Mason Avenue or drive directly to The Shanty, which has its own parking lot. One of the highlights was enjoying fresh seafood on the open-air porch with beautiful waterfront views. The atmosphere was relaxed, charming, and perfectly summery. They also had plenty of options for the kids, including mac and cheese and chicken fingers, so everyone was happy. I ordered the fish tacos, while my mom enjoyed the seafood chowder and a wedge salad. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we were hoping for after a day exploring Cape Charles. If you're visiting the area and looking for a casual waterfront meal with great seafood, a family-friendly menu, and a fun coastal vibe, The Shanty is definitely worth a visit.

This was actually our second visit to Hook @ Harvey, and it was just as amazing as the first! Don't…read morelet the unassuming exterior fool you--this cozy little restaurant may be small, but it delivers in a BIG way! We arrived a little early for our reservation, and the staff was incredibly welcoming. They seated us right away and gave us plenty of time to look over the menu without feeling rushed. The food was unbelievably fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious! Every bite was fantastic, and the service was exceptional. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming--it made the entire experience even better. A few tips if you're planning a visit: Make reservations! This place books up quickly. Bar seating is first come, first served, but there are only six seats. There's a beautiful patio overlooking the marina where you can enjoy drinks (no food service on the patio). It's an intimate space with around 10 tables, making for a cozy dining experience. It's a 12-and-up restaurant, perfect for a relaxing date night or an adults-only evening out. It's easy to see why we came back a second time, and it definitely won't be our last! If you're visiting Cape Charles, Hook @ Harvey is an absolute must-visit. We can't wait to return!

We must have come on an off night because I've only heard rave reviews about this place. We made…read morereservations in advance and when we arrived, our table wasn't ready yet but there isn't anywhere to wait inside that isn't directly in the way of the staff. After about 20 minutes or so, our table was ready and we did all love the atmosphere. Drinks were great - they made a perfect dirty martini and always extra points for blue cheese olives. The bartender on duty was the star of the show. We didn't catch her name, but she also works at Deadrise, so send her praises! Food was very inconsistent. We got a few appetizers to start off and the mushroom tart was by far the favorite across the table. Seasoned perfectly and loved the flavor combos. We also got the special crab puff pastry, which was fine but it felt to be lacking some difference in texture and for the price, didn't feel worth it to us. Caesar salad was extremely under seasoned, essentially flavorless but our other salad was superb! The She Crab Bisque was lovely and the crab puff on top was adorable. This place loves a puff pastry. Entrees: we sadly did not have an entree at the table that we would come back for. I got the seafood linguine, which looked delicious but again, was missing seasoning. The "sauce" tasted like seafood-y pasta water which I don't believe was the intention. The seafood was all cooked beautifully so I ate that happily and left the pasta. A friend at the table got the filet, which was seasoned beautifully but cooked incorrectly. Ordered medium, served blue rare. She did ask/tell the server, but the server shared that they just cook their steaks less than most places. The table next to us also sent back an entree and I overheard her say that it was a tough night, so with that being said, I will come back to retry this place because I have a feeling it can be really awesome

Yesterday we made a return visit to the Island House for a late lunch while enjoying a relaxing day…read moreon the Eastern Shore. This place is great! The staff and kitchen crew are CONSISTENTLY AMAZING! The food was (and always is) fresh and cooked perfectly, which is hard to find with seafood sometimes- but we have been here multiple times, and they never fail! There is a GREAT VIEW from any seat in the restaurant and the vibe is exactly what you would want in this hidden gem of a fishing town! The staff is SO friendly and accommodating also, we felt welcome and not rushed! We will be back and will be ringing the bell!

Delish. Highly recommended by our neighbors in VB who know the owners. So, when driving to Delaware…read morefor the weekend and going past it, we decided to stop in. It's a long drive into the middle of nowhere to a very charming beachfront town but it was a dreary and rainy day. We easily parked in the large gravel lot and walked inside and were immediately sat at a table by the water with a lovely view. Our waitress was prompt and super friendly. We chose to get the crab hush puppies and were thrilled to see they were made fresh and hot to order and tasted phenomenal. We devoured them quickly. We decided to split the fish taco meal since it was lunch for us and it came with two large-sized tacos and cole slaw. It was a nice portion for an entree and was easily enough for both of us for a lighter lunch. Really delicious sweet tea so I took some to go. Small gift shop attached and tons of seating inside and expansive views of the water with a back wall of windows all around.

Not dog friendly…read more Was ignored by staff, when I was finally able to get their attention we asked for dog, friendly seating and they were not dog friendly.

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!

Drinks are delish! George was fantastic and very knowledgeable! Pricey but a fun hang....We'll be…read moreback! Kim

Drinks were pricey and not very good. Same with cigars. Great place with three floors and maybe…read morethey can turn it around.

I first visited Blue Seafood & Spirits over 10 years ago when they were brand new for a Yelp Elite…read moreTasting Event, and this was my first time back for a full meal. I had high expectations, and somehow they still exceeded them. They're the highest rated seafood restaurant in the Virginia Beach area on Yelp, and for good reason. There was even a small wait on a Wednesday night, which honestly told me everything I needed to know before we even sat down. Our server, Jenny, was absolutely wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and always seemed to show up right when we needed something. The head chef also stopped by our table and was incredibly kind and genuinely invested in making sure everyone was enjoying their meal. That level of hospitality really made the experience feel special. The meal started with a complimentary amuse-bouche of roasted golden beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts, and balsamic. It was a classy little bite that got the evening off to a great start. Then came the sweet potato biscuits with apricot jam...listen, I could've eaten an entire basket of those and been perfectly happy. For my entrée, I ordered the crab cakes with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. These are the kind of crab cakes people are looking for. They were packed with lump crab, full of flavor, and had virtually no filler. Every bite was delicious. From start to finish, everything was on point. Great food, genuine hospitality, and a team that clearly cares about what they're serving. It took me over a decade to make it back, but I can promise it won't be another ten years before my next visit. Highly recommend.

I don't even know where to start. We decided to stop in since we were in the area and in the mood…read morefor seafood. BEST DECISION EVER! The service was top notch from the moment we walked in the door until we stepped outside. They were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed and even double checked to be sure what I ordered was gluten free. I ordered the Twisted Salmon Oscar (from the menu; Baked Atlantic salmon smothered in asparagus, lump crab meat, and dill-lime hollandaise sauce). It was sooooo good. I don't usually eat much but I ate way too much today! Larry enjoyed the Fresh seafood Combination with blackened flounder (from the menu; Fresh catch, sea scallops, and lump crab cake: broiled, fried, or blackened). He also ordered the Fried Eastern Shore Oysters (from the menu: Perfectly breaded, flash fried crispy, and served with our barrier island sauce) as an appetizer and said both were delicious. all of the food came out so quick and were perfectly cooked. While we waited we enjoyed drinks from the bar and they even brought out a small bit of poke, even making sure it was gluten free for me! And lets not forget desert. I enjoyed the creme brulee and Larry enjoyed the key lime pie. We probably shouldn't have had desert but how could we say no! The atmosphere is cozy and intimate. Perfect for a date night. We will most definitely be back!

We recently hosted a birthday milestone at the Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery restaurant and I cannot…read moresay enough good things about the entire experience. When planning an event, you always worry about the logistics running smoothly, but the management and staff at Oyster Farm completely eliminated all of our stress. Their event coordinator, Sarah and her team provided impeccable customer service. They were extremely responsive, accommodating to our custom seating layout, incredibly flexible with changing needs while decorating, helped us with the AV equipment, and ensured all our needs were taken care of prior to the event. On the day of the event, Sarah and her team were on site well in advance. Stella and her team of servers anticipated our every need. The entire staff was attentive and ensured the execution of the event was flawless. Not only did the team create a warm and welcoming environment, but the food was delicious and their impeccable service and hospitality truly made the birthday celebration an unforgettable and joyous occasion. Many of the guests are still raving about how well they were taken care of. Thank you to the entire team for making our celebration so incredibly special and you did it all with a smile! Many of us said, we need to come back to Cape Charles Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery to host an event! This level of customer service and hospitality is priceless!

Something has clearly shifted at Oyster Farm over the past seven months. We recently revisited, and…read moreevery single dish was excessively salted. Premium prices require premium execution--unfortunately, we won't be giving them another chance. Sorry - it could have just been an off night.

Took a few minutes to get seated, even though the restaurant wasn't very busy. It looked like they…read morehad just finished up with some large groups. Jennifer was pleasant and took our drink orders, but it was about 10 minutes before we got our drinks and placed our food order. The appetizers took about 20 minutes to arrive. We ordered a dozen fresh oysters, but only 10 came out. We had to ask for the other two once we were finally able to get someone's attention. Making a joke that the kitchen could not count to 12. The food was really slow coming out. The calamari and crab soup were great, and the sausage and pulled pork were delicious. The ribs, unfortunately, were not a favorite. We decided to stop here because there was no wait, but honestly, we might as well have waited at the harbor. The food was good overall, but the service and wait times definitely took away from the experience. Seems to be a kitchen help issue more than anything.

Smalls BBQ & Oysters in Cape Charles had been on our list for a while, and we finally made it in…read morefor a quick lunch. The smell of smoke hits you as soon as you step out of the car--which is always a great sign. We were greeted and seated quickly, and our waitress was attentive from the start. She walked us through the highlights and shared a few of her personal favorites, which was a nice touch. We kicked things off with the Oyster Rockefeller. The oysters themselves were nearly perfect, though the dish leaned a bit salty. Still, a solid start. The crab soup was good as well--also slightly on the salty side, which could just come down to personal preference. Now to the burnt ends--one of my go-to orders anywhere. I'm happy to say these didn't disappoint. Like others have mentioned, the brisket was a touch dry but still impressively tender and full of flavor. The BBQ nachos were messy in the best way and packed with flavor--definitely a hit, especially with my son. As for the slaw, we were told it would be "wet," but it's actually on the drier side, so keep that in mind depending on your preference. Overall, a really enjoyable stop with good food and friendly service. We'd definitely come back again.