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    The Grill

    3.6 (65 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Oysters
    Vicky V.

    First of all, I'm not sure why this place has such low ratings because we were VERY happy with our food and service Walking into the restaurant, the aroma of fresh buttery seafood hit me in the face. You can tell that the food was going to be amazing. The restaurant was beautiful with very fancy furniture. The oysters were a bit small but came with a delicious tangy mignonette. I wish we had gotten the dozen because I was wanting more. The skirt steak was cooked medium rare and it was very tender. I got a side of chimichurri sauce in case it needed flavor but the herbed butter gave it plenty of flavor and the extra sauce was not needed. The herbed fries were crispy and flavorful. The aioli it came with complimented it very well. My husband got the beef Wellington and he said it was the best beef Wellington he's ever had. For dessert we got the pavlova which was soft and airy. The sorbet it came with was homemade and wonderfully tart. The service was definitely up to standard. I have no idea why other reviews complained about the service. We never had to flag anyone down. When I asked for an opinion on wine, the waitress was honest and said she didn't know much about wine but recommended the ones that sold the most. Our waitress was attentive, quick, and very professional. The manager even stopped by our table to make sure we were doing okay. Overall this place was phenomenal and we will definitely be back.

    Lazy grapefruit
    Bethel B.

    They weren't busy when I came in on a Monday. Located right near Atlantic surf park it's a great restaurant to try when visiting the oceanfront. Our server was very attentive and service was pretty fast. The low lighting gives the restaurant a modern feel and makes for the perfect dinner/date night location. Everything I tried was to die for. Love all things cheesey so the Mac n cheese and crab dip are some of the best I've had in the area. I was blown away by the Tomahawk. We were recommended the chimchurri accompaniment and it was perfect. I will say it was a pricey dinner but we were splurging for my birthday. They also brought out the chocolate flourless tart to celebrate, which I thought was really nice and thoughtful. Overall, I will definitely be returning!

    Inside
    Ben L.

    We came here for a lunch date and it was a mixed bag - the place was completely empty, except for us. Probably because we were the only people there, they gave us a little sampler appetizer before we actually ordered, which was really nice. Inside of the restaurant was pretty and the bathrooms were nice. We parked next-door at a pay to park spot that was pretty affordable. I think it was $3.50 for two hours of parking. Strangely, the service was slow even though we were the only people there. From beginning to end was an hour and 20 minutes. For food, we got the skirt steak with the shareable mac & cheese, a little side salad, a cup of clam chowder, the herb rolls, a deviled egg and a crabcake. For dessert, we got the flourless chocolate cake. I have to say all the food was very good. The skirt steak was pretty tender for the cut and I think a decent value, the clam chowder and mac & cheese was delicious as were the deviled egg and crabcake. The crabcake was mostly crab and had very little binder so it fell apart a little bit, but that's kind of what you want to maximize amount of crab you're getting. The rolls were a little bit unusual. They were sweet and salty on the outside with large flakes of salt, but on the inside, they were kind of savory because of the herbs, a little unusual but definitely enjoyable. The chocolate cake was very rich and dense and had some nice orange zest with it along with the ice cream on top. Overall, the food was really good, but the service was a little slow and it's a little bit of a pricier restaurant. As some other reviewers mentioned, there is a happy hour food and beverage menu that runs Monday through Friday as well.

    Jess L.

    This place is such a hidden gem, wow!!!! Came here for date night and it was nothing but top tier here. For this place to only have been open for a couple of months now, they definitely out do themselves. Our waitress was Stephanie and was just a gem!!! We literally enjoyed every last bit of our meal. New fav for sure..

    Salad
    Shilisa D.

    The establishment is new, and aesthetically beautiful, located next to the Dome. Our server was attentive but getting our food took awhile. We ordered the mixed grill. The lamb was cold but the lobster roll was okay. The ribeye was tough and rubbery. The shrimp and macaroni were good. The crab cake lacked flavor. The prices are steep and the food was not worth the price.

    Katie T.

    Honestly, I am sickened by the amount of money we spent here last night. For the service and the amount of mistakes, it was just unacceptable. For the TL;DR version, we won't be back. Eater beware! Word to the wise, if you're really going to eat here, do yourself a favor and download the inKind app to get a $50 off $150 offer. You'll need it. We had a rezzie for 6pm because we had a show at the Dome at 8pm (we told our server this in a conversation when we sat down). We placed our cocktail drinks within 10 minutes of being seated and proceeded to wait 25 MINUTES for them to arrive to the table. Strike one. You need new bartenders. If you can't handle tables and a bar, you've got a long term problem. We ordered the calamari which was pretty good, but they put it on the table and we didn't even have silverware or plates yet. Oof. Strike two. The power went out for MAYBE 2 minutes and 30 seconds...maybe. Ok, whatever. Things happen. I ordered the skirt steak and fries which came out next to cold. My husband ordered a petit filet mignon with a baked potato and added the fancy stuff (the option for $19.50). Well, it came out without it. Our server kindly returned to the kitchen and said they would prepare it, but at this point it's close to the show, and we were going to have to box it anyway. Strike three. The service here aims to please, but misses the mark. While our waitress was sweet, she disappeared for long periods of time, didn't fill waters adequately (in a 2 hour visit) and didn't pay attention to the fact that we had a deadline. Just inexperienced. Overall employees just weren't smiling and didn't have good demeanor with guests. My cocktail was taken away with drink left it in. Sigh. Also, what is it with these bathrooms? This place is a sister restaurant to Mi Vida down the street and they are SO DARK. And only 2 of them? For the size of the place? Wow. The manager stopped by to ask how things were and I was honest. He seemed to think blaming everything on the power outage was acceptable. People, we are talking about a 2 minute outage. That doesn't put your bar and your kitchen behind by 30 minutes, or excuse mistakes. They did throw in a comp dessert, but I would have preferred they lessened the bill. I wish I would have listened to other reviews. The only redeeming thing of the evening was the Grill Punch, pictured here. Delicious. Otherwise, will never return.

    Calamari

    Ambiance was very nice beautiful restaurant. Food was decent . Steak had a good flavor got a lunch special and was good with salad and fries . steak was a little under cooked . Appertizer was ok husband got devil eggs and said we're bland . Calamari's good .

    Inside
    China B.

    I went to The Grill because I had an issue with a dish from a previous visit, and the manager was nice enough to assist me. She was very friendly, upbeat, and accommodating!! She even met me outside to bring me my food. Which was really nice!! The restaurant is very modern and sleek with a nice vibe!! I got the grilled branzino, fried lobster fritters, and mac n cheese, and a pineapple mocktail. The lobster fritters are definitely good, a must try for sure! The tartar sauce is delicious!! The mac n cheese was a decent portion and was good, but could have been more flavorful. The Branzino had a beautiful presentation and was a good size portion. The top was grilled well but the bottom of the fish appeared a little undercooked and slimy. It was appealing until I got to that part. There was also a lot of bones. The mocktail was ok, but it kinda fell flat for me. It tasted like it was missing something. I do like the food here but I expect a higher standard because the food is a bit pricey!! I'd still return to try other dishes. They have limited street parking but there is a parking lot across the street you can pay to park in, or there's a nearby garage also. The area it's in is really nice. Check them out!!

    Partially eaten Crab Avocado Toast! So good!
    Michael J.

    Yesterday, I had the pleasure of eating at "The Grill!" I had researched before traveling to VA Beach from Columbus, OH what restaurant I wanted to visit and I couldn't wait! And boy! IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! Darlin (Amazing member of the management team) spoke to us at our table and started everything off right by explaining several great dishes and I felt like we orders it all! We started with All Bites and it was truly amazing! Hitting all the notes, including the dips. I cannot say enough about the Honey Herb rolls! I wanted to order a dozen to go or even as my main dish! No lie! The New England clam chowder was chocked full of clams that were so sumptuous in a delicious chowder that was perfectly seasoned! Liz stepped in after Darlin and continued the experience, bringing out or main dishes which were the Crispy Fish slider special, which INCLUDED Caesar salad, aioli fries AND flourless chocolate cake! The term "slider" is a misnomer because each slider was like a whole sandwich and it was amazing, even on the second day reheated! Now you know that's good! We also had the crab avocado toast and the crab was abundant succulent! I wanted to say a special thank you to Darlin and Liz for making the walk there so well worth it and then some! I cannot wait to return! If you're on the fence about going the grill, get off of it and make your way there! The atmosphere is high profile, yet relaxed. It's where you want to go on your first date, birthday or anniversary! It's that nice. You can enjoy yourself at the bar or in a booth. Lastly, the prices are more than reasonable! I'll be back when I return in October, WITH FRIENDS A PLENTY!

    Dan R.

    Dinner at this spot is about to elevate your taste buds like never before. The Grill in Virginia Beach promises a feast with crispy calamari, marinated skirt steak, and more. Stay tuned as I rate each dish and share why this place stands out. I stopped by The Grill at the Oceanfront and didnt know what to expect. I was craving a good steak. I ordered the New York Strip, cooked medium-rare, I paired it with a crabcake and mushrooms & it came out perfect! The ambience was very aesthetically nice relaxed and upscale without it being too formal. The crowd was minimal, which made for a chill dining experience. Our server was very attentive and polite. The steak itself was good & im glad i paired it with a crabcake & Hollandaise sauce. The drinks at the bar were pumping one after another and yeah this seems like a great spot for drinks if youre looking for a place to unwind. Overall, I'd recommend this spot for cocktails and atmosphere andfood to enjoy! #foodie #foodreview #virginiabeach #badbunny #dinner

    Half Chicken and Spiced Creamed Spinach.
    Kwam G.

    If I could describe this place in 3 words it would be Showed And Proved. Food Customer Service Ambience Had an exceptional experience at The Grill. My wife and I shared an anniversary there for an evening dinner. Made reservations on Open Table for 5pm on a Friday. It's right next to The Dome in Virginia Beach so it's fairly simple to find it you know where The Dome is. Arrived and was seated promptly. Let me start by saying... man, the customer service was 20/10. I felt like I had stock in the place. Every level of service was provided, our waiter explained the menu to us upon seating which i found to be very informative for the experience, it was like have a tour guide on a museum visit. Tables were set lovely, very clean establishment from the tables, bar, and bathrooms. Everything was tidy and sharp. Now for the food, a good word to describe it was poignant. We enjoyed everything we ordered besides only one thing. Drinks: We order the Rum Me Over and the Without The Punch for a palette cleanser. Both were really good drinks. Appetizers: Whatever you do, never leave this place without ordering the Honey Herb Rolls. I'll just leave you with that information. We also ordered the calamari which I wasn't a fan of at all. The batter they fried it in is tasty but the calamari to me just didn't have a good cook on it. On the rubbery chewy side. Entrees: I had the skirt steak which I think is a very slept on cut of steak. Ordered it Medium and it came with had a beautiful side of greens and I picked chimichurri as my sauce. Paired it with the Twice Baked Potato. Phenomenal. Wife ordered the Baked Chicken which was juicy and had a good flavorful but felt it needed a smig bit more, it came with a sauce so she did it with the Soy Ponzu and that really added the each flavor i felt it needed. That got paired it with the Spiced Creamed Spinach. Everything was to the point. My only take away is that for how spacious the place is the seating is rather tight but manageable. Certain areas kinda felt like I was seated with the people next to me. Overall, this place was a banger for date night. 4.2/5 stars. Would definitely spin the block.

    Sabrina H.

    Came here for Mother's Day dinner and was very pleased! The atmosphere is calming but energetic. I love it being right across from the surf park and right next to the Dome. We were able to be seated outside on the patio and even though the temperature dropped, the overhead heaters did a great job. The service was spectacular! Our waitress was very attentive and answered any and all questions we had. She made some great recommendations for dinner. The food was spectacular!! I had the 8 ounce skirt steak and my husband had the King Salmon. Everything was cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back!

    Jorge I.

    Very average experience. Service was honestly on the slow side and the food were all extremely salty or overseasoned. The area and the restaurant is super pretty though!

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    So they offer surf and turf?

    Yes... I ordered the skirt steak and had the option to add on shrimp... I am glad I did. They were delicious

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