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    3.5 (182 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Leigh D.

    Representing 2019 in alphabet series is C is for Cape Charles Coffee House. My girlfriend at that time in September 2019 & I had a trip to Newport News to visit a friend, when we left on that Sunday morning we went to Virginia Beach to enjoy the beach. Then, we took the scenic way back on the eastern shore of VA and stayed at Cape Charles Motel just outside Cape Charles, VA on US 13. The next morning we checked out of the motel. I was annoyed the night before as I had thought there was some sort of breakfast included when I was asking about the times of the breakfast, and he said they didn't have there. So, we ventured into town for Cape Charles Coffee House. It's a cute, historic place with an upstairs area with additional seating. The brunch & coffee was solid & nice staff, but I do remember it took awhile to get the food. Perhaps, they were on Cape Charles time as opposed to DC-Baltimore area time I'm used to...haha. I had a grilled cheese & cup of soup. It was delicious. Cape Charles Coffee House & the town itself was nice; I'd come back to the coffee house if I was back.

    Breakfast Burrito w/ Sausage and a side of fruit
    Jordan B.

    Had a pretty solid breakfast here. We came in with a larger party of six on a Saturday, and it was pretty packed. It's small inside, so be prepared for a wait unless you get lucky like we did. We were able to snag a table outside right when another party was leaving. They have a quaint little menu with typical breakfast items and lunch fare. I ordered the breakfast burrito and added sausage to it. It was pretty good, and the salsa added a little kick to it. This with some fruit and a glass of oj made for a very solid breakfast. Be patient with the servers, and keep in mind that a little bit of kindness goes a long way since it does get packed here. Every time our server came to the table, she was really nice and apologetic about the wait. I'd definitely come here again and try something else on the menu.

    Bagels and Lox
    Angela W.

    This was an amazing place to eat brunch, when we were on a weekend getaway for our anniversary! The breakfast was delicious, an everything bagel, toasted, with cream cheese, smoked salmon, fresh garden tomatoes, red onion and capers. Served with fruit. I enjoyed this meal a lot. The service was great and I love the location! Highly recommend!

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    Kaitlyn P.

    The cafe instills the small town vibe from the atmosphere to the food and service. The people inside are so personable and kind. The food was delicious and came quick!

    Chicken salad sandwich
    Dena B.

    Had lunch at the charming restaurant in the heart of Cape Charles. Great service and possibly the best chicken salad sandwich I've ever eaten! Shout out to our waitress Amy!

    anna c.

    Good food and coffee! The service was slow but there were not too many servers which is understandable. Overall the people were friendly

    Fruit parfait with vanilla yogurt

    Came down to Cape Charles for a wedding and looked around the area. 2 male waiters took our order and their service was excellent! It was really busy as expected since we went on a Sunday morning. Ordered a Chai Oatmilk drink and it was delicious!

    Double Espresso
    Charles S.

    We were on our way home from OBX and we were looking for a breakfast spot and found Cape Charles Coffee House! I don't know where they get their coffee, but their espresso was FANTASTIC!!! I'm still thinking about it. I had their Brioche French toast. Oh my!!! It was the BEST french toast EVER. My granddaughter had a BLT, which she loved. My wife had the two egg platter. The restaurant was packed, So the food took longer than I like, but everything was wonderful! The ambiance was old western saloon style. French Toast

    AL K.

    Serving coffee and breakfast. Check the store inside coz it will bring u back to the old age. Nice architecture. The awning of the shop was taken off so you might missed it. It has window display like a store but it's a coffee shop. Call to check for hours.

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    No ac. Poor service, and in general cluttered and dirty. The people where nice but distracted and only one person in the back cooking.

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    Very cool little place. Breakfast was amazing and so was the coffee. Will definitely go back when in town next time.

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    Mason Avenue Bakery

    Mason Avenue Bakery

    4.7
    (27 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Mason Avenue Bakery has been around for a while now in Cape Charles. Under a new owner and they…read morecontinue to thrive. Located on the corner across from the local candy store. There is an opening just outside with some picnic tables. Parking is located on the street. But, you can totally walk there if you wanted, since Cape Charles Main Street area is small and manageable. Service was great. The two younger girls helping me choose items were fantastic. They seemed to care and help They have delicious shortbread offered in various flavors. I have never had coffee flavor before, and that is unique. They also had chocolate chip, cranberry orange, lemon, and original. Those are the flavors I remember. I purchased a peanut butter cookie and that was so good! It had a nice soft center with a slight crispy outer edge. The peanut butter flavor was strong but not over powering. I will definitely be purchasing more flavors in the future. Pair it with a delicious coffee or tea and your set. They offer other baked items and offer a few sandwiches. I have never eaten them, but I have seen them. They look appetizing, and they are jam packed with ingredients. Their hours will fluctuate during different seasons, so be sure to check into their hours before visiting.

    YUMMMM!!!! OMG their sourdough baguettes with Nutella or strawberry jam!? TO DIE FOR. My toddlers…read moretore them up, as did me and the hubby. Their sandwiches are great too!!!

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    Ambrogia Caffe’ & Enoteca

    Ambrogia Caffe’ & Enoteca

    4.1
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    0.0 mi

    Amazing hidden gem in our favorite vacation town. Understand that this is very much farm to table,…read moremade to order, slightly upscale and a lovely curated dining experience that you probably should make reservations for. This is not a place you would walk in off the beach to. The owner has her hands in everything from creating the weekly menu to waiting tables herself. She is a lovely woman, very direct but also very excited to share her process and her culture. The plates are small, but pack a punch. My husband and I shared a starter, two first course dishes, a single second course dish, and two desserts. We were satisfied, but certainly could have ate more because the food was amazing! My favorite was the burrata appetizer. The combination of flavors in this was unreal. Balsamic with some sort of pesto tasting tomato sauce and local sun dried tomatoes? I don't even know but I'll remember it forever. The creamy risotto we ordered combined flavors of leeks, fennel, and an amazing sausage that was hidden in there somewhere. My husband commented that the scallops we had in our second course were the best of his life, absolutely perfectly seared and the owner kindly told us how she did them. The arugula was huge and definitely local as I've never seen arugula like this in the grocery store. It was topped with a blueberry vinaigrette the owner made that was out of this world. The food brought us back to our time in Italy and we spent dinner talking about that trip. It really brought us back! Don't miss this charming little place while you're in town if you can swing it.

    I was somewhat excited to know that Cape Charles had an Italian restaurant something more than the…read morepizza place, which by the way is very good. A friend of mine said that they had a wonderful dinner. So I said let's check it out. First, having to make a reservation and a deposit it seems like that is becoming more frequent at some of the better restaurants. So we arrived about five minutes before our reservation and was greeted promptly and pleasantly a table was ready for us. As I'm sitting down, taking a look at the table, I noticed a paper napkin, fork, knife, and plastic mats. Once sitting noticing the metal chairs not so comfortable, but I guess just OK. Server in the other young lady made everybody feel welcome and hearing the conversation at other tables from them it's all about the experience. I always want to have a great experience, but the food is as important. I did order an appetizer and it was tasty and then we waited nearly an hour in our server came and asked what were we thinking for dessert. Oh, I did leave out. She did stop by once or twice to fill our classes with a bottle of wine that we ordered. The tapwater would've been fine if it would've been chilled, but it wasn't. Back to her asking about dessert. I told her we'd take a look once we got her meal. She looked at me like you haven't had your meal now it's the server was paying any attention to us. She would've known we hadn't had her meal. I began to really stew at that point. Within about 10 minutes food to arrive. Scallops were tasty whatever my wife ordered with crab. You could barely find any crab or taste it. The owner walked by and asked how everything was and she said something about the server asking about the start before we even had her meal. There was no apology. I couldn't wait to get out of there. One of the other servers walked by and I said I'd like to have my check she brought back a check and I attempted to hand her my credit card and she said somebody would come by with an iPad. Another 10 minutes I then paid with a credit card. My tip should have. Reflected the service, but I went with the 20%. As I hit the 20% I noticed it was three dollars more than what it should have been then I realized that was calculated off the total price, including tax not a good move. This is not an upscale restaurant. The service was terrible and the food was not that great. And the fact that I waited an hour to be asked about dessert and hadn't had my food with no apology leads me to this scathing negative review. Word-of-mouth is more powerful than anything and I will share that just I like I would, if it was delicious.

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    The Shanty

    The Shanty

    3.6
    (582 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    We've been coming to the Shanty since 2018. On our first visits, the food was incredible - we came…read moreback multiple times, and recommended it to friends and family in the area. When we came last year, it seemed like they were having an off night. We came today, however, and this will be our last visit. Our bill was over 100 (2 adults and 1 child, water to drink), and had the most disappointing food ever. Everything was incredibly bland, to the point of almost inedible. We began with a half-dozen order of oysters, which had very little meat. Even more frustrating was how they were served - they were full of shells mixed into the meat and dry (all the water had been dumped out), which meant that the people shucking did not know how to properly shuck an oyster. The crunch of the shells also made for an unpleasant eating experience. The lobster rolls had absolutely no flavor. I have never not finished a lobster roll in my life, but about halfway through I just gave up. We wanted to order crab cakes, but they were out (note that they've been out on our last several visits - this time we were there right when they opened, so they could not have run out). The children's chicken tenders appeared to have come straight out of the freezer. The Caesar salad was tasteless. I ordered the local vegetables and was given the option of Brussel sprouts or broccolini (these have been the options every time I've visited no matter the season). I was disappointed, since there is great produce on the Eastern Shore in the middle of July, none of which includes the fall/spring produce of Brussel Sprouts or Broccolini. The Broccolini wasn't cooked, but appeared to have been warmed while doused in olive oil (but no salt or other seasonings). The middle was still cold. We saw our server only a few times when she took our order and dropped off our food. Someone else dropped off the oysters, and dropped the oyster fork on the floor. She picked it up, apologized, and promised to return but we never saw her again so had to eat the oysters with the forks we had used for the caesar salad (not the best combination). The oysters weren't great to begin with, so it probably didn't make much difference. I'm disappointed in the Shanty, and disappointed at how much we spent on such a mediocre meal. I won't return.

    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.

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    The Elephant & Octopus

    The Elephant & Octopus

    4.7
    (26 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Elephant & Octopus during a day trip to Cape Charles,…read moreand what a cute find! From the moment we stepped in, the atmosphere was inviting! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by a whimsical, nautical meets industrial interior. Think exposed brick, quirky elephant and octopus artwork, and cozy seating that feels both inviting and upscale. It's the kind of place where you'll want to linger over your meal and soak in the unique ambiance. As for the food, it did not disappoint. I started with the Ale & Onion Soup, and wow. This was comfort in a bowl! The robust flavor of Guinness melded perfectly with the caramelized onions, and the bubbling gruyère on the toasted bread points just took it over the top. It was savory, rich, and perfect for the chilly day. My friend went for the She Crab Soup, and couldn't stop raving about it. Creamy and absolutely packed with local crab meat. The puffed oyster crackers and a sprinkle of Old Bay were the ultimate finishing touch. I managed to sneak a bite, and it was heavenly! We also asked the bartender for a fun cocktail, and they whipped up a bright, lemony drink that was as refreshing as it was beautiful. It was perfectly balanced and not too sweet, served with a citrus twist. Service was great. Friendly, attentive without hovering, and happy to make recommendations. If you're in Cape Charles and looking for a spot that nails both food and atmosphere, you can't go wrong here. Already planning my next visit!

    I came here for lunch with friends. We sat outside because we had a dog with us, but the flies were…read morehorrible. & The tap water tasted very funky. Now that the negatives are out of the way.. the food came out in a reasonable period and was hot and fresh, at least mine was. My friend's fries were cold. I got the shepherds pie which was decent but not worth the price.

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