Tautog's is a former residence now repurposed as a delightful quaint eatery. Located just off Atlantic Avenue on 23rd Street in Virginia Beach. At checkin we were told it would be an hour, so we adjourned to the micro bar area to consider our next step -- only eight seats and all were taken. Before we had gotten far with our drinks the hostess reappeared and offered us a table-top in the bar area. A fun offer as table service is offered by Rob the Bartender, a friendly and helpful sole with solid advice about the menu, specials and wine. Rob suggested the Crab Nachos so that is where we started--plenty of crab included. For entrees we tried the Sage & Cornmeal Coated Catfish (skipped the potatoes and just added broccoli). Catfish had a great flavor with a deep breading. I thought the two small pieces Catfish were kinda lame, but no great problem. Also tried the Stuffed Flounder & Crab in Parchment Paper. A wonderful time, you may need to mentally prepare for the wait for a table but don't be afraid! I don't think this is a place for the kiddos, definitely locals and regulars more than tourists! Thanks Rob you are a pro... read more

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We found this wonderful restaurant while just strolling around as we are visiting from out of state. As soon as we stepped up to read the menu we knew it was going to be good. You can also tell right away it's a local favorite. The staff was so friendly! We walked in without a reservation on a Friday night and were able to put our name in with an expected 30 minute wait. My husband and I walked around the area while we waited and they called us when our table was ready about 30 minutes later. Our waitress was fantastic! I sadly cannot remember her name but wish I did so I could give her the 5 star recognition she deserves for her customer service!! She was fun and super personable!! (She mentioned she is the special events coordinator as they were also hosting a special event there this evening) We started with the raw oysters they had on the menu -2 kinds- both local and both delectable. Next up we both had the Red Drum Oscar with rainbow chard they had on special. It was cooked so well and tasty. It was served over garlic mashed potatoes. Now I'm not typically a mashed potato gal but these were delicious! And the old bay Buerre Blanc- OMG. We were so full so skipped on dessert. The place was warm and inviting. Great place for couples and families. I loved that you knew you were dining in a space that has a special place in this area. The history of the restaurant is on their website and reading it made me love this restaurant even more. If we get back to the area I'm definitely coming back to try their she crab soup! read more

We went to the establishment, just to have drinks. We walked into the restaurant, and the smell of seafood was extremely overwhelming. Someone in our party was unable to deal with the overwhelming smell, so we had our drinks outside. read more

We went last Saturday at 6:30. Walked right up. Beautiful weather. Sat outside. Service was excellent. We had drinks and the White Shrimp Flatbread, which was outstanding. Highly recommend. I got the Stuffed Flounder in a bag. The spouse got the Salmon Salad. Both were excellent. Not one complaint. Nothing. Will absolutely go back the next time we are in town. It felt good to get out after 7 months of this pandemic. read more

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Went here on a date. The atmosphere is lively, the staff are friendly and attentive, and the food was great! It's a great place to go on a date! read more

Loved this place!! Very awesome and friendly staff! Was referred to this place by locals & it was well worth it! We came back twice during the same trip!!! The food was all really good.. we reordered the same dishes!! Drinks was perfect!! The place bought food vibes overall, worth lighting.. soft music & friendly visitors!! Will be on our list to go to every time we come here!!! read more

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This restaurant is amazing. The bartender, Travis, made the experience so much better. He was attentive , knowledgeable and all around fantastic. Thank you for a great dinner. read more

This is average, beach town food. The crab cake did not have any large pieces and was mostly filler. Portions were sort of small. Not sure that it's a lot different than other seafood spots but it is a cute environment. It feels like you're in a house. The waiter was nice. read more

Tonight we had dinner with friends at Tautog's located at 205 23rd Street just off of the strip at the Oceanfront in Virginia Beach. This is a quaint little house converted into a wonderful seafood restaurant. They are taking Social Distancing very seriously because all of the staff were wearing masks and they ask that customers transiting the restaurant in and out and on trips to the restroom wear masks as well. They specialize in seafood and they pride themselves on their commitment to Farm to Table produce, that is locally sourced and very fresh. It was a busy night but we were greeted promptly by our very attentive server Jessie. She was very helpful with menu questions and suggestions if you are on the fence about what to order and she didn't mind offering up her personal preferences (alway welcome to see.) My Wife and I started off with Oysters Rockefeller for $12.99. This is a classically prepared dish that was roasted to perfection. The cheese had a slight crust on top to give it a little crunch that provides a wonderful mouth feel. All if the ingredients were fresh and delicious. I had a cup of their She-Crab Soup for $5.99. This was a wonderful dish. It was full of crab and it has just the right amount of sweet and tangy goodness that makes for a great She Crab. For dinner my Wife had the Shrimp and Grits for $18.99. This dish consists of Large Shrimp sauteed & deglazed in house made Peach BBQ served over Jalapeno Cheddar Grits. The shrimp were cooked perfectly (hot inside with just the right amount of crunchy goodness) and the addition of the house made Peach BBQ sauce was surprisingly delicious. The jalapeños gave it a little heat and that just added to the depth of flavor of this amazing dish! I had the Westley's World Famous Crab Cakes for $18.99 served with Rice Pilaf and I added the Steamed Broccoli with Hollandaise sauce. The crab cakes were filled with crab and very little filler (just enough to bind them together) that they were broiled to perfection with the top at a crispy golden brown and the center was warm and delicious. The addition of the Rice Pilaf made this great dish even better. The steamed broccoli was cooked just right (hot and still a little crunchy) and the Hollandaise sauce was a wonderful addition. The only reason for the 4 instead of a 5 Star was one of our friends ordered the beef tenderloin dish offered on the special's board and had to send it back, twice. They offered a substitute but that was declined due to the constraints of time. Overall this was a positive experience and I look forward to going back again, especially if we get Jessie as our server! If you are looking for a great dining experience, give Tautog's a try. You will be happy that you did and you can rest assured that you are supporting local business!!! read more

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Seems like this restaurant group might be some of the only people in VA beach who know how to prepare food this well!!! We had so many mehhh experiences for meals here but from start to finish our dinner tonight was awesome. Our waitress was sooo sweet and friendly and the food came out fast even on a busier week night. The sangria was very tasty with lots of fresh fruit (sneaks up on you!). A full bar with lots of beers on tap and quite a few bottles as well. She-crab soup done right, lots of lump crab, super creamy but not too thick. The shrimp scampi was not at all what I expected but was fresh, flavorful and tasty. Love the rice pilaf to soak up all that delicious sauce. My husband ate every bite of his Tuna Martinique. Even the steamed broccoli was delicious! Dishes are on the pricier side but quality is worth it here. Both our experiences here and at Doc Taylor's really made us fall in love with these local feeling spots! These are the places to spend your moniess when you're in VA beach! Definitely recommend. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Tuna Martinique, Jack 's Rajun Shrimp Scampi - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Food came fast and they have good and fresh oysters the curry chicken was good and delicious

It is welcoming atmosphere that promised a delightful dining experience. The staff greeted me with genuine smiles and were attentive throughout my visit, ensuring every detail was taken care of. The menu was a treasure trove of seafood delights, each dish more tempting than the last. The chef's special was cooked to perfection, but it was the Crab Cakes that truly stole the show. They were the epitome of culinary excellence, with a golden crust that gave way to the succulent, flavorful crab meat within. I left Tautog's with a satisfied palate and the certainty that I would return. This restaurant is a gem on the Virginia Beach dining scene, offering an experience that is not just a meal, but a celebration of good food and great company read more

Food is very delicious! We had the flounder in bag, scallops, salmon salad, and crab cake sandwiches. Everything is tasty. Great service as well. Recommend it! read more

Scallops Barca and Stuffed Flounder were very good. I would like to start of with how helpful Yelp was to find this place. I saw how many positive reviews there were, and we had to go. I suggest making reservations. We did not, but luckily someone canceled theirs while we were waiting to speak to host. The vibe at this place is great. A mix of locals and vacationers. The waitress was very friendly and helpful. As soon as we sat down, the bus boy had water for us and she was on the spot asking if we would like a beverage. Her wine suggestion was spot on. Our 12 yr. old daughter can be picky, as most are, so of course seafood was out. The waitress suggested a marinara pasta and the cream chicken soup. Our daughter loved the soup! I ordered raw oysters, she crab soup, and the stuffed flounder. New Orleans oysters have made me bias, but these weren't bad at all. The she crab soup had a nice bite, and actual crab meat! I've had She Crab soup many times, and this was up there with best I've had. My wife had the scallop Barca. We split the appetizers. No complaints! The flounder was cooked perfectly in the parchment paper, and the scallops were also perfect. The wife allowed me half of one scallop...lol The waitress informing me not to eat parchment paper was hysterical. She said, "You'd be surprised how many people eat it"...SMH.... We both liked the rice pilaf side. I give this place 5 stars based on atmosphere, food, service and overall experience. This not a upscale snooty place winning international awards, but it definitely warrants 5 stars for what it is. A friendly restaurant with righteous seafood! read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Stuffed Flounder - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I really wanted to love this restaurant. It was mid-August when we visited. We were looking for places to eat within walking distance and this fit the bill. It came recommended by people at our hotel, hotel staff, AND the girl at Abby Road! The house/restaurant was super cute and fairly cool considering it was open to the outside. Seating was comfortable enough with some distance between tables. We made a reservation and were seated right away but it was 20 minutes before anyone came to our table to take our order (the water girl came by right away) for drinks. She walked away and I had to call her back bc we wanted an appetizer. We looked over the menu beforehand and had an idea of what we wanted to eat but she was gone so we had to wait to order. Another 20 minutes later, someone else brought our 2 ice teas. Yep, 2 ice teas. Now it was 6:40pm and we hadn't ordered yet. She said our waitress would be by to take our order. I was pretty frantic with hunger and maybe got a little hangry. Someone else came and took our order at 7. The food was NOT at all like pictures we had seen online and it didn't taste good. My tuna was over cooked so much it was practically a piece of jerky and it had so many onions on that is all u could taste. The potatoes were gross and cold. My daughter got scallops in a puff pastry. They too were not very good tasting and the puff pastry was soggy. The scallops were ON the puff pastry and barely room temp. Now it was 8 pm and they were busy do re-ordering was not an option. We ate about half our food bc it was so gross. No one came to check on us the whole time we ate, like they knew. We ordered dessert when our food came out bc we knew we wanted to try the peach Melba. What a perfect ending right? No. Canned peaches with ice cream on top and a drizzle of "jarred" rasberry sauce. Seriously? It was expensive and gross and we will never be back. I am sad bc we could have been frequent guests. The food sounded amazing on paper. The silver lining was by the time we left, around 840, we were able to catch the end of a gorgeous sunset. We went back to the hotel and ate caramel apples and popcorn. read more

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I really enjoyed this restaurant and my meal. The Cajun Shrimp as an appetizer was large and pretty good (maybe just a tad over cooked since some of the shrimp were hard to get out of the shell). I had the stuff flounder which I enjoyed the stuffing but the fish was just a bit under seasoned. We tried the Caesar salad was very tasty. Service was amazing! read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

So I'm sitting here at Tautog's after spending the day at sunny Virginia Beach by myself. I was hungry and wanted to treat myself to a nice seafood dinner, being an elite at the beach and all, I naturally searched on Yelp for seafood- Tautog's was the highest rated. I've never been here so like duh, it was fine to ride. I started with the she crab soup and a Stella beer. The beer was amazing, the soup soured my stomach. However, I'm lactose intolerant and it's to be expected. There were chunks of crab meat in the soup which did have good flavor. I ordered the scallops for dinner. Quite tasty I must say. Good robust flavors served over a rice pilaf. I can see why this place has high ratings. I still prefer my Waterman's scallops but these were definitely not subpar in any way. The service was excellent too. Very attentive staff! read more

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It has been a while, but we had a great meal, and I think about it frequently because I actually ended up letting the family go back to the hotel and I hung out at the bar with the fantastic staff. Spinach and artichoke dip was amazing. Sautéed clams were amazing. Caesar salad was outstanding, salty and fishy. Rockfish caprese was out of this world. Tuna Martinique was amazing. Potato chip encrusted mahi was amazing. And the burger had an amazing crust to it without eing overdone. Besides that I loved well chosen and fair priced whiskey selections... Cant wait to go back. read more

Happy to have finally tried this beachfront institution. It's been on the list for a while but, I just never remember! A few weeks ago I had a nice quiet dinner here one week night and loved it. Arrived with plenty of time before closing and they were still pretty booked up but easily found a table. Started with the Oyster's Rockefeller appetizer, delicious. Standard - oven roasted oysters topped with spinach, bacon and parmesan cheese. I was impressed with the dinner menu selections and ended up going with the salmon salad - best salmon salad I've ever had. The salmon was perfectly cooked, good quality, and a large portion. The salad consisted of mixed greens topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, gorgonzola cheese, and a sweet bacon basil balsamic vinaigrette that paired perfectly with the salmon. New fav. My friend ordered the wrapped stuffed flounder. A nice, large portion of flounder perfectly cooked with crab and shrimp stuffing wrapped in parchment paper. Noms. The fish was moist and delicious. The server was friendly and prompt, he was efficient and didn't come around too much but enough. Didn't sample dessert but I hear that the bread pudding is highly recommended. Will come back in a heartbeat! Loved the chill atmosphere, the location, and the menu. read more

Wow! I absolutely loved this place and I'm so happy I found it while researching places to eat at in VA beach! It is a seriously such a cute place (I think it was a house at one point). It's very cozy and inviting inside. There's a parking lot behind the building as well as a parking lot across the street and street parking. Our server was great! She actually had family back home where we were from so that was nice! Drinks and food came in a reasonable time. I thought prices were great. The kids shared a pizza, Cesar salad and had some she soup, all which were good. My husband and I split the oysters which were good and of good size. I had the house salad which was a great size and very fresh. I also had the stuffed flounder in a bag. So different but AMAZING! Everything was cooked so well. Overall, I thought the food, drink and service were great! I highly recommend making reservations. Definitely check it out! read more

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I've been coming to VB for several years and don't know how I missed this place. Our food was delicious and the setting, a historic house, was very quaint. Definitely coming back. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Tuna Martinique Scallops Barca - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

For the last 5 years my Wife and I have celebrated our anniversary in VB. Tautog's is the place we ALWAYS plan for our actual Anniversary Dinner. Great service (they all act like they WANT to be there...) and Great Food! Reservations is a good idea, the few times we didn't there was already a line forming before they opened! But even then we didn't have to wait long.... read more

Arrived early for dinner without reservations and luckily were seated at a table for two promising we'd be finished before the table was needed at 7:30 for a reservation. Gentleman seating customers was constantly busy...mostly having to politely turn away people without reservations so call ahead. Sat on the enclosed porch area that was nicely heated. Third time on our three week vacation having she crab soup and this was definitely the best! Husband loved his local oysters and had two different types. The meatloaf special was stuffed with blue cheese and topped with BBQ sauce and was HUGE! Tuna steak was also impressive and cooked perfectly. Busy even on an off season night and I can see why. read more

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I had a great experience dining in with a group of 8 on a Friday evening. Overall I'd recommend Tautog's for the atmosphere, delicious, filling food, and awesome service. We were seated on the covered patio in the back right. There was another large party back there, so there wasn't too much traffic and it was still quiet. Our server was awesome-he was consistent in checking in on us (even when it was just me waiting about 15 mins for the rest of the party to join) and he was able to do separate checks without any issues. A couple of us ordered a house sangria to start- it was great! Not too sweet, not too dry, and very refreshing for a warm summer evening. We ordered a veggie flatbread and spinach and artichoke dip to share-they were solid, pretty standard and tasty. The she crab soup is really good-nice chunks of crab and a good balance of flavors. All the portions are large and hearty and everyone enjoyed their meals! The wait time wasn't even that long for this large group on a Friday night-I was pretty impressed. I ordered the tuna Martinique - it was delicious! Cooked to my liking with some nice light seasoning. The seasoned potatoes were delicious too. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Tuna Martinique - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

We were visiting the Virginia Beach area and happened to have a conversation with a random person on the sidewalk. He highly recommended Tautog's for seafood. There's no sign out front so pay attention or you'll walk right by! It's definitely a hidden gem. After a dismal experience at a restaurant recommended by the hotel concierge the night prior, this was a win! We sat at the bar and received excellent service, experienced great ambiance and enjoyed delicious meals!! We had the Teriyaki Ginger salmon and the crab cakes. The new potatoes were flavorful and delicious. The house made tartar sauce with the crab cakes was outstanding and the crab cakes were excellent. Stop in, you won't regret it! read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Teeiyaki Ginger Teriyaki - glazed Salmon - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Have always enjoyed Tautog's (and finally bought a shirt)! Favorite spot is at the bar - very amiable bartenders. There's a good bit of hustle and bustle throughout the restaurant, but the bar has its own special ambiance. We usually dine on the appetizers here; She-Crab soup is a favorite and the Caesar Salad is great. But what kept us coming two nights in a row (out of all the dining options in Virginia Beach) was the Crab Nachos. An absolute meal unto itself. No visit to the beach is complete without dining at Tautog's. read more

everyone else liked it, but my tuna sandwich was a tuna nugget, did not cover bun even butterflied.

I've been coming to Tautog's for years and I would have to say this special is easily the most incredible dish I have ever had! Hats off the the kitchen staff! Always a great experience with the staff and for sure the best seafood dishes at the Beach! read more

Tautog's Restaurant - The Wahoo with Gorgonzola cream sauce and strawberry salsa, just wow.. - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Great food and fun. Salmon and steak the best in VA BEACH. Chris and Alex took great care of us as usual...like family...will be back next month -Lord willing. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Dinner at Tautog's - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Fantastic potato-chip encrusted Mahi!! Gluten free friendly seafood place, with a family atmosphere. They were very busy when I came (1830) but I was eating alone so luckily I got a spot, haha. Recommend making reservations around prime time. Only complaint was the side of potatoes, tasted very oily or even popcorn-buttery. Next time I'll have to get the rice pilaf. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Potato Chip Encrusted Mahi - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Tautog's , va beach Monday 5:57pm Greeted immediately by the hostess. Decided to sit in the closed-in porch area. Seemed to be pretty steady for a Monday. My waiter was awesome. Very knowledgeable and had recommendations. upon his recommendation I decided to go with the shrimp and grits. Hurricane Punch - very tasty, refreshing, fruity but not real sweet. The liquor was weak. To me, the liquor is always weak when you drink at a bar or restaurant. But it was tasty and none the less. Corbys original crab dip - good. Nothing to jump up and down about but worth getting. Also, not as good as H Bar. Unfortunately, H Bar didn't have any crab dip which is why I ended up at Tautog's. I was so excited to eat the crab dip I forgot to take a picture. Shame on me! Shrimp and grits - tasty for sure! A tad spicy as the grits some how have jalapeno in them, although you can't see it. It is also flavored in a swirl or two of house made peach bbq sauce. while I am not a person who likes spicy food this is something I would order again. My only recommendation would be to add some sausage in the shrimp and grits. read more

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Never disappoints! So glad to come back time and time again over the past 30 years and feels like home. Great servers and amazing local fare! Special shout out to our bartender, Steve. read more

Tautog's Restaurant - Tautog's-interior - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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My family and I decided to come here on a weekday night to celebrate a birthday, and saw that there were many good reviews to this spot. With all of the food we got, I have to say, the food here is very very fresh and I thought they did an excellent job with the food and service! Once we figured out we were going here, we decided to walk to the restaurant from our hotel (as it isn't too far from the shore), and we had to put our name on the waitlist. The wait was around 20 minutes, so it was not a big deal. Once we were seated, we were able to order pretty quickly. I decided to order the she-crab soup for an appetizer and I ordered the Stuffed Flounder with a bag for the entree. The she-crab soup was good, had a good amount of crab for a soup, but it definitely tasted a bit salty, and I can usually handle a good amount of salt. Nevertheless, it was still a good bowl of soup. The stuffed flounder was also very interesting. The portions of fish and stuffing was really good, but it was hard for me to find the personality of the dish, so I'd say it was good, but really interesting. At the end of the meal, my family shared a bread pudding, and I really thought that it tasted very fresh and it had the perfect balance of flavor. Overall, it was a good experience, everyone was very friendly as well, and I really recommend this spot for some very fresh food! read more

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I always am a sucker for houses that are turned into Restaurants. I'm from Cali so it's rare for us to see anything like this at home. I thought it was cool to hear about the history of the house. I also thought the décor was beautiful. Nicely done! Now for the food. Oh boy did we dig everything we ordered. So delicious. We started off with their Oysters Rockefeller. It was topped with spinach, bacon and parmesan. They were amazing. Nice and hot and ready to go into our mouths. I loved the crunch of the bacon and parmesan. For our main courses we ordered their most popular item, the Bag of Flounder stuffed with Crab and the Rockfish special. The bag of Flounder was well made. We loved the flavors and thought it was a good portion of seafood inside the bag. The presentation alone was worth ordering. It's always fun to play with your food, lol. The Rockfish was flaky and well seasoned. I really enjoyed everything on this dish except the sauce and the crab. I didn't much care for it. It was to tangy for me personally. Our server was helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. He gave us great recommendations. Always made sure to check on our table. Overall great experience. read more

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Thinking it's a tourist trap on the beach, right? Not hardly! We called ahead for reservations, but only made for large groups. OK, went anyway. Small place, with only street parking, so pan ahead. Our wait (on a si-called slow night) was @ 20 minutes, just enough time for a drink at the bar. Bartender is friendly, and it gives you a chance to converse and watch the various meals go by. Waitress was excellent, attentive and entertaining, friendly and professional. Great service without being overbearing. For dinner we enjoyed appetizers of raw oysters, both local and regional, and she-crab soup. I liked the local (fresh and briney), while my wife liked the Rappahanock's (she said they were 'cleaner'). Swordfish and salmon specials were scrumptious, and my wife couldn't finish (perhaps because I was also full and couldn't help). Key lime pie looked good as it went by, but we were done in. Perhaps next time! read more

We walked up to this little place with no reservations and we're seated at the bar instead of waiting an hour and a half wait for a table. The atmosphere was amazing! I loved the feel, lighting, and general friendliness of the staff. On to the food.... A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!! I have had the experience to expect a certain level of food at touristy locations, this was far from that expects. The meal was fine cuisine and absolutely delicious. This will be a regular stop when I'm in town on business--I will make sure to make reservations though! read more

This place is amazing. We were visiting from Colorado so looking for a good local seafood restaurant. This place did not disappoint . We had the Clams Diablo and Pork Belly Over Coleslaw for our appetizer and the Stuffed Flounder and the Scallops Barca for the main dish. Everything was absolutely delicious! It was a fun atmosphere as well. I whole heartedly recommend this place in read more

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A great find at the beach! Dinner at Tautog'a was great! Seemingly more of a locals joint, the restaurant is a converted home. It was a nice, not too hot evening, so we sat outside on the porch (it's all screened and/or enclosed. Our server was very personable, attentive and helpful. He brought us all waters and then was knowledgeable about the bar offerings. He even recommended a wine for my mother based on what she likes. We ordered beer and wine, all of which were good options and they had quite a variety. For dinner, our waiter again helped answer questions about the menu and provide his own recommendations. Everyone was thrilled with their food! Our table had the Tau-Pho with chicken (amazing - remember this when it gets chilly), ginger teriyaki salmon, two orders of blackened tuna and a shrimp and grits. Definitely would recommend all of the food and the location. It's not that huge, so I'm sure it gets a wait during peak hours. read more

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Great place! Very cute. Food was sooooo great! Had the oysters Rockefeller, crab dip and salmon salad! All amazing! Will come back again! Update: I had the salmon salad and she-crab soup and my husband had the crab cakes. Everything was fresh and so delicious! Definitely will keep coming back when we're visiting the beach! read more

Amazing food, service and atmosphere that felt like good bourbon and leather bound books with close friends. The food was amazing and service was top notch. read more