Seriously. Check this place out. On weekends, expect a wait. The food is worth it. So many items on the menu caught my attention. I couldn't decide what to order! The aromas coming from the kitchen were all intoxicating. And every bite of our food was delicious. read more

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I happy to have stumbled upon this local gem. I had wonderful experience all week long and came here for breakfast exclusively every day of my stay. Great menu and fantastic specials. Staff is very welcoming and friendly. The place has a great vibe and ambiance. I enjoyed various Benedict's paired with cheese grits. They also have early bird specials as well as daily specials! read more

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Not my first time here but it has been a while. I woke up to get in early anticipating a long wait. We put our name in and had time to order a drink and got seated! Super fast! I've been dying to try the banging balls and they did not disappoint. Sooo filling and cheesy! I wasn't expecting them to be as filling as they were. Our meals were on point I got the Sammie and it was perfect! My husband enjoyed his Bennie. We both got the Matador, mine was delicious, he did not care for his and I tasted it and...mine was better! Our serving was awesome, I did not catch her name but she made some great suggestions and she was hilarious! Oh and...yes, they have coffee! Check it out, get here early though and expect a wait because they are a very popular spot! read more

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This was the greatest breakfast I've had in awhile. The menu has an unreal number of options, the cocktails list is fun, and the service was fabulous. I loved the house-made hot sauce with my breakfast burrito, and my spicy Bloody Mary was on-point. It is super-loud and doesn't take reservations, so heads up. Can't wait to come back the next time we're in town! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Pecan waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Smells UHMAAAAZING IN HERE!!! Ordered to go, because PACKED Beautiful little restaurant, very popular, well-run kitchen, they got my to go order (because my companion didn't wish to wait an hour plus) ready to go quickly, accurately and efficiently. I look forward to returning to eat in. read more

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O k a y. Best thing to say about this place. It's a quaint background but if you expect a nice brunch with your loved one, forget about it. It's loud, packed, and definitely not up to COVID-19 restrictions on some days. I can barely hear myself think. The mimosa specials aren't even that special- you could go somewhere cheaper along the road for some less expensive champagne. I wrote okay 3/5 because the food wasn't that bad. Crab tasted great as a benny, but again, it's a typical beach food. Stay for the green atmosphere, leave for the noise. read more

Only place I'll go to take out or dine in for brunch. Willis Wharf Omelet is my GOTO especially if you love oysters Rockefeller. Everything is well season and delicious. Highly recommend, Katie as your server she was absolutely perfect when it comes to top notch customer service. read more

I am a huge fan of Bay local! As a former VA Beach resident and native I take brunch very seriously and Bay Local always serves up something delicious enough to make my tummy smile. Here's the issue I have. Apparently Bay Local is adding a 5% Employee Relief Gratuity to all of their checks. This not advertised anywhere it's just added to your bill! This feels very sneaky and shady! I'm all about helping out the next man especially if I have it to give! However not advertising this policy to your customers just seems wrong. If your intent is to help out all your employees during the pandemic then maybe consider adding a few tip jars throughout the restaurant I think you'd be surprised how many people would love to help! I'm still a fan of your restaurant just disappointed by the lack of transparency! Knocking off a star! read more

Bay Local Eatery - 5% Employee Relief fund added to your check! FYI this is not advertised - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Came here for brunch on a Sunday morning and had about a 40 minute wait. Safe to say the wait was worth it! Our server was quick and accurate along with our food coming out within minutes of ordering! Everything we got was delicious and the environment is great read more

Bay Local Eatery - Salmon BLT with tots Chicken Wrap with Potato salad Pancake with strawberries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Wow! What a wonderful breakfast place. The atmosphere is great, the staff is engaged, and the food is amazing! The portions are very generous, so come hungry. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

My nephew recommended this spot it was nice for brunch the service was good the food tasted good I'd go back

The food is amazing ! The restaurant was pretty crowded and the service was still fast! There is a homey feeling to this restaurant with beautiful decor! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Ah another memorable stop on our Virginia Beach trip. I was so excited to come here I was jumping up and down when it was time to head over... it did not disappoint! We need to talk about their drink menu. It is insane. I mean, green apple mimosas? I ordered a watermelon one. My boyfriend ordered a Bloody Mary with shrimp that was infused with spicy vodka. It was delicious. The food menu is extensive and I almost cried trying to decide on an entree. I went with a Crab Cake Benedict because I wanted seafood. For dessert I ordered a brownie sundae in a martini glass and again almost cried. You really should try this place. read more

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Brunch every day of the week. We tried to pop in on a Sunday and the wait was 2.5 hours. Wednesday afternoon it was still packed but no wait. Definitely a favorite spot. Something for everyone even the picky kids. Fried calamari was wonderful - the kids new favorite during this beach visit. If I was a younger gal this would the place to hang out before hitting the beach. The green goddess was a great way to get my greens in and recover from my sun burn. The avocado blt was a bit light on the "L" but extra "A" made up for it. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Brunch every day what more could you ask? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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They have indoor and outdoor seating with proper social distancing between tables. The waitstaff wore masks and were very friendly and attentive. The wait time was 25 mins on a Saturday afternoon not to bad. For an appetizer I ordered the crab balls, and for the entree I ordered the blueberry waffles with bacon and a mango mimosa. The waffles had fresh blueberries in it and they give you two huge waffles. The portion sizes are huge! The crab balls were beautifully plated and were filling! They are fried and have a wonderful sauce drizzled over them that has a spicy kick to it. This was my first visit and it is a unique experience with an eclectic vibe. I will be revisiting. read more

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All COVID rules are being followed, outside dining under heaters or inside where it's nice and warm! Erica was our waitress and she was outstanding, upbeat personality and friendly, drinks were refilled with out even asking, my wife and I both had the BLT and she let me know I could get extra bacon on mine! Our food was wonderful , fresh and delicious. Great atmosphere, recommend read more

Bay Local Eatery - Chillin inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Wow! Just wow. Stumbled upon this place during a quick trip to VA beach. We ended up going twice! It was pretty packed for brunch but the food comes out quick and hot. I ordered the Bay Local Benedict. I love oysters Rockefeller so this was right up my alley. Everything was so flavorful and delicious. The Parmesan tots were super tasty. I also ordered the madras and pineapple mimosas. Both were good but the pineapple was the clear winner. On our second trip I went with the light tower omelette. It was good but I do wish there had been maybe some veggies to break up the flavor of just egg and seafood. This time I ordered the mango sorbet mimosa which was pretty tasty. The staff here is also super friendly and even remembered us from the day before. I'd highly recommend checking this place out!!! read more

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The Bay Local Benedict was absolutely amazing and different from anything I've ever had. Our waitress was charming and the scene was vibrant. The wait was a bit long, but totally worth it. We will be returning for more. read more

Party of four in town for the Shamrock race. We were seated quickly and server approached almost immediately. Food came out quickly and was delicious across the board. Drinks were also tasty. Service, food, and atmosphere exceeded our expectations! read more

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The service and atmosphere here is great but the food is not as good as I expected. First, we waited for about 20 mins, probably more because my friend and I were talking and didn't count, then here comes our food. I ordered the specials: Fresh Carolina Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Benedict(12.99), and my friend ordered the Jamaican Dark Rum French Toast. I tried my friend's french toast and it was really good. The bread is thick and soft inside, and the outside is crunchy with a taste of cinnamon sugar. They are lucky that I enjoyed the sides of my dish so I didn't give them a too bad review: benedict is well-cooked, the hollandaise sauce is perfect, the potatos tasted perfect with some diced green pepper and onions BUT I'm disappointed with the main character of it: the bacon wrapped scallops. The scallops and the bacon are apart from each other because the bacon are too crispy. If I'm just eating the bacon itself I would prefer that but not on this dish. The scallops has the taste of ammonia, which I know many companies and supermarkets use that on old seafood to make them sellable. I think I'll give them another shot by trying other food on the menu because the sides of my dish and my friend's French toast are really good. Here is a suggestion for them: If they're buying their seafood and cook it right away then they might want to change their suppliers. If they are the ones who put ammonia, just don't because you stated that it's "Fresh" on your menu. read more

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My goal is to try everything off their menu! So far.... everything has been delicious! read more

Bay Local Eatery - The birthday celebrant and my daughter. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I came here for the first time a couple of weekends ago with a friend. I had been dying to come for several years now & was stoked that I finally got to. The food is absolutely amazing. Everything we had was so tasty, cooked & seasoned to perfection. The mimosas were made just right (I got the Bay Mosa & Mango sorbet mimosa). Judge me if you must, but the food was so good, we came back the next morning for round 2, and thank goodness we did. We had the "Just Right" (Shrimp & Grits), Crab Cake sandwich, Bangin Balls, Proper Rock, Big Al, and a Fried soft shell crab (meals from both visits). I especially enjoy this restaurant for their generous portions. Our waitresses were great & very attentive. There wasn't a long wait for our food at either visit. It's a very comfortable atmosphere & the layout is great. I don't live in the area, but I'd make a special trip to Bay Local. I will be recommending them to everyone I know! read more

No complaints about this place. Had the chicken and waffles which was one piece of chicken and one waffle. Also came with two eggs and either tator tots or home fries. So much food I couldn't finish. Had a pineapple mimosa. And then a mango sorbet mimosa. read more

My best friend invited us here for his birthday brunch, and it honestly was the best brunch I've ever had. We shared the crab cake benny, fried chicken benny, fried oyster benny, candied pecan french toast bites and 2 massive mimosas. Prior to coming here, I was never a fan of eggs Benedict. That all changed when I took a bite out of the first benedict. While each of the bennies had great presentation and amazing flavors, their Bay Local (fried oyster) benny is hands-down the best breakfast dish I've ever tasted. Based on my past experienced with fried oysters, I felt like the oil would overwhelm both the oyster and ruin the benny. Thank god my girlfriend decided to order it! Despite being fried, the oyster benny delivered a warm, crispy ocean-like taste (seafood lovers, you know what I mean), followed by a surge of egg yolk with just-right consistency. Here's what makes this place so memorable. We went on a Sunday at 9am and the whole place was packed. We had a party of 8 and waited around 1 hour until we were seated. The entire time I'm thinking to myself, man... I wonder if this place really does live up to the hype. While the mimosas were massive and tasty, they only contribute a small part in what I see in this restaurant. What makes this place great is the food. If you aren't allergic to shellfish, you absolutely must try the Bay Local benny. Their signature dish truly makes this place memorable in my heart. I definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone else! read more

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Super friendly staff and solid brunch options! If you're going on a weekend be prepared for a wait, as they don't take ressies. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Chicken and waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Too. Fuggin. Busy. FOREVER! I mean look I'm not gonna lie, the food's aight, but certainly not worth the commotion on my end and in my opinion. Fr just an overrated hipster brunch kitchen that's NOTHING special, and dumbly overpriced. Not worthy of my hard earned money with the many myriad other options for dining in VB. Don't waste your time unless you like waiting at least a half hour(+) for decently par food, overpriced drinks, and attitudinal female servers. I'll continue to pass for more welcoming spots with better menus, superior service, and less waiting. read more

Chicken! And! Waffles! I have had some mediocre and even bad chicken and waffles in my life. Bay Local on Laskin is exactly not one of those times. These were dang awesome. So I ordered the chicken and waffles with poached eggs and the tots. Everything was great. The chicken was perfectly cooked with a tasty batter that kept the chicken moist. Easy to slice and the syrup was perfect. The waffle? Nicely toasted, still quite moist as well, it sucked up the syrup like nobody's business. Yummy stuff. The tots were nice and crispy, very tasty. No need for ketchup as I had two nicely poached eggs that yolked and got all over those excellent tots. Maybe the eggs were a bit much. This is a very big meal for breakfast and I was ready for a nap. It's worth noting that this place gets very busy on the weekends. Like, "We have a one hour wait" busy. Be prepared. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Bay Local Eatery on Laskin in Virginia Beach VA - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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This restaurant does not take reservations but is worth the wait! I came here for brunch with a small group and we were quoted 1.5 hour wait time...and the wait was exactly as quoted so don't expect to get in earlier. I would try to plan an early brunch to avoid the very long wait. Their brunch drink menu is extensive! They have plenty of different types of mimosas (some with sorbet yum!), bloody Mary's, and other cocktails. I opted for the bay mosas which has rum, mango sorbet, pineapple juice, and champagne. It was refreshingly tropical. They also have jumbo mimosas which are great for groups and of course photo ops! For food, I started with a Cesar salad (mainly because I was starving by the time we got seated but was totally unnecessary). It was just your average Cesar. For my entree I had the bay local Bennie with garlic Parmesan tots. I highly recommend this dish! First off, it was huge! And second, who doesn't love oysters Rockefeller on a bennie? I've never seen this done before so I knew I had to try it and it didn't disappoint. Pro tip: as for extra hollandaise sauce on the side to dip the garlic Parmesan tots. So good! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Bay local bennie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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We got lucky and were able to get two seats at the bar. They do have a nice waiting area, but are super busy place for brunch. It's noisy but a tolerable and welcoming atmosphere. The service was top notch. Two people were helping us and everyone was super friendly. It was also cool sitting at the bar watching them work their magic. Truly impressive for sure. The food was really good and plentiful. Will be going back definitely when we are in the area again. read more

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As a VB local, I am always in search of a good place to spend time with my friends and family, that offers delicious food as well as ambiance and good service. Bay local- Absolutely wonderful local place to grab your friends, enjoy some delicious food and chill in a very casual ambiance filled restaurant. Let's get down to the nitty gritty of this gem of a find... Ambiance: casual, fun, hip Seating: plenty of seating for groups of 4 or less, larger groups can be accommodated. There's seating outdoors too!!! Service: professional, fast, attentive Food: d-e-l-I-c-I-o-u-s! Our table tried several of the menu items and were NOT disappointed. :) Specials: keep an eye out for weekday and brunch specials (YES! This place is awesome for brunch) Restrooms: clean, but tiny...only two stalls for the females. Bars: there are two bar areas with plenty of seating. Full bar offers beer, wine and spirits. Additionally, there's several lounging couches with coffee tables for chilling and drinking coffee or your favorite mixed drink! So make the time and grab some friends!!! I promise you will love this place read more

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Bay Local Eatery was definitely a place I've always wanted to try. We visited this restaurant on a Saturday for Brunch and the wait was an hour but we didn't mind waiting, especially because we were able to order mimosas. The mimosas were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! We tried the Bay Mosa (coconut rum, mango sorbet, pineapple juice, champagne) which was something I could drink every single day. The waitress was very nice and the food was really good. We'll definitely be returning. read more

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This is a very good brunch spot! They have daily specials on drinks. We were sat right away on a Monday, but it did get busy and packed really fast. I got the Bay Local Benny which was surprisingly good. The oysters were crunchy and fresh. Their house tater tot's were great! The Hell Mary BloodyMary had good flavor and just the right amount of kick. My husband got "The Hangover" and this is perfect for sharing or if you are super hungry and don't want another meal for the day it's perfect. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great and cute. We definitely will come back. read more

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Bay Local on Shore Drive NEVER disappoints. Get the crab balls appetizer, the Just Right Shrimp & Grits, and the Jamaican French toast. All are 10/10 would recommend. read more

This was our first time coming here and it was delicious. the portion were great and the service was wonderful. Our waitress was Cameron and she was the sweetest; I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. We will certainly be back! read more

Bay Local Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

First of all, you know there will be a wait unless you get there early. Very very popular as well the one on shore drive so be patient and open minded for you will definitely have a great time regardless of the wait !!! As you enter the restaurant you will be greeted by two hostess smiling from ear to ear. With seating available in the two bars, the patio area, and of course the dinning area you will be enjoying your drinks and food shortly. While you wait there are some comfortable couches available for your relaxing convenience !!! With various of specials such as Monday - $2.00 Mimosas Tuesday - $4.00 Crushes Wednesday - $3.00 Bloody Marys (interesting) Thursday - Buy any beer and domestic for a penny Also available are Mimosas to go, with many choices such as Sorbet Mimosa, Bay Mimosa, Cold Pressed Mimosa,and Freshly Squeezed Mimosa. If your feeling bold you might wanna order their JUMBO Mimosa!!! Also available are many delicious meals on the menu as well as specials ranging from Shrimp, Tuna, Softshell Crabs, and Bacon wrapped Scallops. Put that together and add great customer service from the staff, but specially from Amanda !!! She was very tentative of what I needed regardless of how many tables she had. So see you there for I will be returning for a great time !!! read more

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Went here for lunch on a Tuesday around 11:30. We were able to get right in away. Out waitress was great. Loved that they bring a bottle with extra water to the table so you don't have to keep asking for refills. Food was amazing. I got the Avacado BLT on wheat bread and really enjoyed it. We also got humus for a appetizer which had amazing flavor. My sister got a burger and really enjoyed. Will definitely be going back. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Clean, comfortable and friendly! Food is really great for brunch dates or solo bougie breakfast/lunch time for yourself. My favorite dish is basically anything with their oysters or Benedict dishes. Everything comes out hot, plated well and with a smile. The decor is clever & unique upon first walking in, but it really warms one up to the place. While waiting for your food, you cannot help but to take in the environment of the easygoing atmosphere and style of the whole restaurant. Let me know how your meal was there! I love going to both locations, and I really don't have a favorite...it's more of a location thing for me when I choose. Which ever one is closer to help feed me the fastest . read more

This was my latest visit to Bay Local. I also had a furry guest this time. We eat outside. Our waitress was friendly and accommodating for our pet. Their was a short waiting period for our table. Service was quick and accurate. They say third times a charm. Well I found it charming as I did the first and second time. As I am sure I will find the others. read more

Bay Local Eatery - This was from my third visit. Burger with crab cake. I added a fried egg and avocado!! It was amazing!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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The food was excellent. I had the Banging balls as an appetizer and the Big Al for breakfast. Great tasting and the service was excellent.

My friend and I went here for a birthday breakfast and it was great. The wait was about an hour, but once we were seated the staff was so great and accommodating and the service was quick and fluid. It's a small restaurant with a lot of natural lighting. There's limited outside seating and first come first serve at the bar. We started off with some of their seasonal peach cobbler martinis. They were so sweet and tasted just like their name. Drinks were around $6-$11 and included Bloody Mary and mimosa specials. They also had jumbo mimosas meant to be shared with 4 people for around $30. For breakfast, my friend had the hangover--eggs, pancakes, home fries, your choice of biscuit, your choice of fried chicken or steak, and a Budweiser. I had the crab cake benne topped with bacon and extra hollandaise sauce. Prices averaged around $14-$16, although the hangover was $22. Definitely looking forward to returning. read more

Bay Local Eatery - Crab cake Bennie with home fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia