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    Zia Marie

    3.4 (271 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    ZIA MARIE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Linguine Bianco (add broccoli to it, you won't regret it)
    Victoria D.

    Absolute gem and a must-visit if you're in the mood for mouthwatering Italian food that feels like a warm hug from Nonna herself. The cozy, inviting atmosphere is perfect for a date night, family dinner, or just treating yourself with your friends-- which is exactly what I did! To kick things off, I ordered the Roasted Garlic with Goat Cheese. It comes perfectly paired with olives, red peppers, roasted tomatoes, and crispy crostinis. It's the kind of appetizer you can't stop eating but also can't stop raving about and it's perfectly shareable (though I may have hogged most of it). For dinner, I went with the Linguine Bianco (white clam sauce) and decided to add broccoli -- because why not balance indulgence with a little green? Every bite was a beautiful harmony of garlicky, briny, and buttery goodness. And, of course, what's dinner without a glass of red wine? Their selection is spot-on, and it made the meal feel even more indulgent. What truly makes this place special, though, is the people. Bill, the owner, is always mingling with customers, making everyone feel welcome and appreciated! If you're in Virginia Beach and looking for a meal that hits all the right notes, Zia Marie is your spot. Just go. Let's just say my taste buds are still doing a happy dance.

    Fireplace (ambience+)
    Scott H.

    My wife and I went out for Valentines dinner. Yes, I know.It's the worst day to go out for dinner. However we had a very nice experience. We had reservations so we did not have to wait to be seated. They set us right next to the fireplace which was the romantic setting for 2 people, but by the end of the meal you're both overheated, and actually had to set back from the table. The service was ok we hardly saw our waitress which doesn't bother me most of the time. At the same time when we did want something it was hard to find her. Once again that was to be expected on Valentine's day. So i'm not saying the service was bad but it could be better. We started out with the calamari. I did not take a picture because it looked like all the other calamari You will be served at any restaurant. It was a bit salty for my taste and a marinara sauce was unremarkable. Tasted like it came out of a jar. The next two courses made up for it though. I had the salmon over a bed of parmesan risotto and asparagus. The initial bite I got was fantastic. The salmon was seasoned to perfection and it had a bit of a smokiness about it. I couldn't tell where it came from until I took a closer look, and it was from the asparagus that appeared to be cooked over a grill with a little bit of chardedness. Once again. That was fantastic. I have to say the risotto was the best I've ever had super creamy lots of flavor but not heavy. To end the the meal for desert I had the Affogato which a scoop of vanilla gelato and you pour the cappuccino over the top. I mean where can you go wrong with vanilla gelato and cappuccino. Overall, this is a really good experience, and we will definitely be back.I will just ask not to be seated right next to the fireplace. Please check out Zia Marie if you visit for vaction or if you are a local. You will not be disappointed.

    Stuffed Eggplant
    Tim P.

    Went with friends on our visit to Virginia Beach. As usual the food and staff were great. This time I got the lasagna. Two nice pieces of lasagna covered in cheese and a great bolognese sauce. Others got the stuffed eggplant that they really enjoyed and spaghetti with white clam sauce. Great wines and drinks. Our waitress was great.

    Fried Mozzarella
    Chelsea D.

    We eat here quite a bit. Usually just the two of us but when we bring the family, we order several dishes and eat family style! We found that the food seemed better at this location compared to our visits to their older location. Some people seem to complain that the noise level is loud but it doesn't bother us. The service can be slow at times but I have to say the FOOD IS WORTH THE WAIT. I am originally from Chicago so I have to say are THE authentic Italian food in the area. Our absolute favorite dish that we always order is the Shrimp Ala Vodka!! The shrimp is cooked perfect and tender and the sauce and pasta is superb. We also like the veal chop parmigiana, fried ravioli, and fried mozzarella. Their caprese salad is huge enough to share. You can never go wrong with their spaghetti and meatballs. Their red gravy is so good! They will have a different kind of cheesecake each time we visit and of course our favorite cannoli. You will get bread with butter but we love dipping it in olive oil and Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. They have a large wine list and delicious cocktail menu. Also, they are just as generous with their takeout dishes as they are if you dine in! We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. Make reservations!

    This was the calamari

    The service is really outstanding. We found out she's been working with the company for 17 years. She was absolutely fabulous.. I will absolutely recommend this restaurant. The calamari was so good and I'm from San Francisco. LOL And the drinks are amazing. Love my martini.

    Fried mozzarella
    Cat J.

    We visited Zia Marie on a Friday night and had made reservations so we were seated immediately. They weren't super busy when we arrived but I was glad to have had the reservation for 7:15 PM. The ambiance is appropriate for families or a casual date night. We each ordered a glass of Chianti and split the fried mozzarella for an appetizer. The mozzarella was quite good but the red sauce was the real winner. I ordered the penne with shrimp and vodka sauce and my husband had the same but with the marinara sauce from the fried mozzarella. We were both impressed with the large portion size and the huge shrimp that came with the meal. I ended up taking over half of my meal home--it's a lot of food! My only real complaint is that they leave the grated Parmesan cheese and chili flakes sitting in an open bowl on the table and don't change it out when a new customer is seated. I don't know if Covid has just made me a little crazy but the thought of using cheese that was sitting under someone while they talk and laugh with their friends/family just didn't sit well with me. Our server brought us a fresh bowl so that was an easy remedy. I think we'd come back but not before we try the other Italian places in the area. We are still searching for that "cannot be missed" Italian restaurant in the area.

    Lasagna
    Cat C.

    This is my absolute favorite Italian place to go to because of the veal saltimbocca. Their Chianti wine was absolutely fantastic for our one year anniversary... we will most definitely be back. We sat outside on a beautiful 75 degree day and only thing I would recommend is spraying some weed killer and gardening some to give it some fresh plants. Overall, server was very attentive (my boyfriend needed his coke refilled multiple times and she was very quick to take care of us) I'm happy we sat outside only about 2 or 3 flies Food was delicious. Order the mushrooms if you love mushrooms Veal saltimbocca is wrapped in some type of prosciutto which it's delicious and salty with cheese smothered on top. five stars easy!

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    EVERYTHING!!!! It's soooo wonderful! Never a bad meal, EVER!!!!!!!!!! Be hungry!!!!!!!!I need to make a reservation!!!

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    Open on monday?

    Yes, Going there tonight. They have 1/2 price wine bottles on Monday.

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