Citrus

Quickly sat at the breakfast bar, bar area. Such a cute…read moreplace. Large enough for a small gathering with a few friends and family. Menu has delicious items. Staff super friendly and attentive. I am not able to eat a large amount of food, so I ordered a breakfast empanada and a coffee. Because the food I ordered was yummy, I ordered their flancocho is superb!! I would come back just for coffee and dessert too! Plenty of parking and the atmosphere is just right for conversation.

We stopped by for brunch, which was not too busy. By the time we sat down, it was a lot emptier…read morethan when we had originally entered. It's diner style with diner decor. Unfortunately, the food took super long to come out. By the time it reached our table, the mallorca toast, eggs, and sausage were cold. The only thing good were the potatoes, which were somehow crispy. We asked for extra syrup for the pancakes but our request was forgotten. It was just something to put in the belly at the end of the day but not memorable.

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Cuban Eggroll

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This is an Outdoor Specials Board. Photo taken April 5, 2026.

Driftwood Kitchen

4.4(186 reviews)

4.0 mi

We came across this place while buying some snacks at the sandwich shop close by. My mom always…read moreasks for her steak well done (she can't see any red bc it messes with her stomach) but everywhere she's gone always leaves it dry until this place! There was no pink but it was still juicy and tender!! My dad isn't one of many words and had to voice his opinion of how good the food was to our waitress. Thank you Casey for the great service!! (Sorry about the pics the phone did not eat first)

Good food, great service, and an excellent music playlist…read more Fried shrimp dinner 5 stars Crab cake dinner 4.5 stars Clam chowder 8 stars (for real! So good!) Drinks 5 stars I hope we get to return before we head home. Our server made excellent recommendations.

Table seating

Grilled Crab cake dinner with penne pasta & grilled asparagus

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Bloody Mary

Granier European Bakery & Cafe

4.4(130 reviews)

1.9 mi

Cute cafe with yummy eats! I came in on a weekend and they were not busy. I had the plain crodot…read more(croissant-donut) and Green Goddess juice - the pastry was flaky and just the right amount of sweetness while the juice was tangy and refreshing. Great place for a quiet cafe visit.

You go to the counter for service. Nice staff. Asked if I would like my croissant heated…read more I don't like the coffee here. It is bitter. That is the only drawback. Food is good. The ham and cheese croissant is my favorite. The danish are pretty good also. This time I got a strawberry cheesecake danish and an apple danish.. It was very nice. It is kinda dark inside. Low light except for the counter. They have all the pastries lit. Ambience is quiet and lighting, subdued. Every time I go in customers are always working on their personal laptops. Sometimes I sit inside but most of the time I get my order to go

Self serve water and condiments

Huge Palmiers

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Ordering area/ register

Bay Local Eatery

4.4(748 reviews)

3.4 mi

Outstanding food! We…read morewent in for breakfast and I'm so glad we did. The service was outstanding and the food even better. I got the shrimp and grits and it was absolutely amazing. So many quality ingredients for the price. I also got their sweet biscuit and you can taste that everything is homemade. We also got their biscuit smothered in gravy. The biscuit was also homemade. Everything was amazing here and I can't recommend this place enough. Also, the bar looks amazing with lots of drink specials. They do add an 18% gratuity in all checks. This would normally be a problem for me as service is hot and miss at some places. But, the device was amazing and every one of the servers help out and take care of the patrons.

We love Bay Local, it's one of our go to spots. We went to the one on Shore and it was closed so we…read morecame over to the one on Laskin. We were extremely disappointed with our service. We were a party of 6 with estimated wait time 45min. You receive a link when you check in with your location on the wait list and party sizes. A party of 7 was sat before us because they didn't think we would want to sit at a high top with my infant. They did not ask our preference. Then they split tables that had been pushed together for a previous party of 6 and began sitting parties of 2 that had been waiting ~20min while we were over 80min of waiting per the link sent to us. Then, an incomplete party of 6 was sat at one of the large booths. We expressed concern to the hostess and were told we were "next on the list". Another hosted arrived and explained that we were not sat in the order we arrived because of the infant and the high top. We expressed we would like to sit at the high top and then we were provided a high chair that fit at the high top table.. First come first serve was not what was practiced here today, and unfortunately I was with an infant so we felt it a little harder than we would have otherwise. Overall it was very disappointing. We typically love the food and the service. We just hope that this doesn't become a trend - would hate to see this place go downhill..

Decor

The Hangover

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Entrance

Commune

4.3(982 reviews)

3.8 mi

Food was sooo good. I had the pulled pork biscuit with a side of roasted veggies…read more The service and coffee were also great!

- Ambiance: Very cute, earthy, coffee shop meets open kitchen with 4-6tops, counter, and bar…read moreseating. - Service: Friendly and attentive. Was able to offer a recommendation for the zero-proof sorbet drink, which was helpful. - Ordered: Farm to table vibes with quality breakfast/brunch options. Got the breakfast tacos, which came with sausage, egg, potatoes, a tangy slaw and picked onion. The hot sauce really made for the perfect bite of savory, spicy, soft, crunch, and tart. - Would recommend for: if your looking for a zero-proof brunch option with quality plate and an extensive coffee menu - Rating: 4/5

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Grit Bowl

Another Broken Egg Cafe

3.4(92 reviews)

1.9 mi

I have celiac, so dining out with me is an unalloyed joy. We start with the interrogation and go…read moredownhill from there. This restaurant advertises itself as "gluten friendly" which inadvertently awkward. That's like saying you're "STD friendly" because that's not something anyone ever asks for, I hope. We've eaten here before and it was a good experience. I ordered "safe" and genuinely enjoyed the meal. We stopped in on a weekend visit, and I asked about the gluten free pancakes. The server immediately explained the pancakes were cooked on the same grill as regular, which would make it a hard pass. My husband, who owns a conference and event management company asked if they could make the pancakes in a "clean pan" on the grill. She asked the kitchen, and they agreed. So, I got to have really outstanding gf pancakes with banana slices and it was Christmas on a plate. This alone guarantees I'll be back and will recommend this to others. On the flip side, the scrambled eggs were rubbery and the apple chicken sausage tasted like a depressed half smoke that gave up on life at a young age. I skipped those and would also suggest others do the same.

Wanted to love this place since I love brunch but was underwhelmed…read more The house potatoes tasted stale and like they just reheated them. The grits were so cold that the butter didn't melt. The syrup looked and tasted watered down. Asked for a tea refill and they just added hot water. No additional lemon slice or tea bag. The takeaway bag doesn't even fit the boxes. The soap in the bathroom was also watered down. This location just seems to try and cut corners. For the positives the smoked salmon Benedict was a unique menu item that I enjoyed. I will say the peach French toast was delicious and a perfect addition to a seasonal menu. Raspberry white chocolate cold brew was also good another great seasonal menu item. Lots of booth seating. The industrial look is nice. The server was the sweetest ever. I think they were understaffed because she was also the bartender. Overall, would not be returning.

Interior/Dining Area

Chicken & Waffles

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Strawberry St. Germain Mimosa

Baker's Crust

3.7(418 reviews)

1.7 mi

Great food, great service! Always clean and friendly. Went in with seven people, and the manager…read morewas more than willing to accommodate us.

Had brunch here and the weather was so amazing we had to have patio seating! I would skip the OJ or…read moreiced coffee, but the biscuits were heavenly. My friends and I got different eggs benedicts and they were all amazing, I wish the one I got had more crab or some greens in it, but still delicious. My friends got the Swanky Benedict and it was better imo -- the chicken was super good and it was def more filling. The service was a little slow, maybe because we were outside, but we didn't mind too much because the weather was nice.

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Chicken Shawarma

Milk & Honey Southern Inspired Kitchen

3.7(162 reviews)

3.8 mi

Very nice ambiance. Great music and artwork. Drinks were delicious! Ivan was attentive and had a…read morepleasant attitude!

We had a lovely brunch for my birthday here. Had the blackened salmon blt, which was hearty and…read moredelicious. Our waiter, Ivan was super pleasant and attentive. Will come back!

Tequila flight, you can choose from 5 flavors...I think

Pan Seared Salmon & Grits

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Espresso

Baker's Crust Bagel

4.0(53 reviews)

1.8 mi

Amazing sandwiches, wonderful atmosphere, lots of options on the menu. Service is very nice.read more

I've always been a fan of Baker's Crust bagels, especially a cinnamon raisin bagel loaded with…read moretheir strawberry cream cheese. It's the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and open gooey deliciousness! Today, Baker's Crust catered breakfast at my office, and I was excited to see a table overflowing with bagels and cream cheeses. It was like Christmas morning for carb lovers! Unfortunately, none of the bagels or cream cheeses were labeled. My excitement quickly turned into confusion when I took a big bite of what I was sure was my beloved strawberry cream cheese... only to discover it was definitely not strawberry. And let's just say an onion bagel paired with the wrong cream cheese is a combination I wouldn't recommend. The food itself was great, but a little labeling would go a long way. A simple sticker or note on the bottom of each cream cheese container and small tent cards identifying the bagel flavors would save future customers from accidental flavor roulette. Still a fan, but next time I'd like to know whether I'm biting into strawberry bliss or an unexpected onion surprise! For a side note it's so easy to order online for a quick stop on the way to work. Perfect every time!!!

Main dining area and register

The Famous Nana - Egg, bacon & American cheese.

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Pastrami and egg. Pastrami was fresh cut right in front of me!

Union Alehouse

4.3(253 reviews)

0.2 mi

Been here twice, each time the experience was great. This awesome venue is tucked back in the…read moreshopping strip it occupies. You would never suspect the great atmosphere of this venue from the location. But the charm of the place really isn't the story. This is the kind of place that offers a gastro pub menu and they do not disappoint with a familiar yet unique menu offering some truly great dishes and perhaps the best burgers in VB. Definitely coming back.

We came here for Valentine's Day with a reservation for three (2 adults and a child). We were…read moregreeted warmly and seated right away, which was impressive given how busy it was. Our first table ended up being under a spotlight that was directly in our line of sight (it looked like it was meant for the specials board), so we asked to move. Staff was accommodating and got us to a better table quickly. The space itself is really nice. It was clean, rustically decorated, and the live plants in liquor bottles on the tables are a nice touch. Our server was friendly from the start and took drink orders right away. My daughter and I had sodas, and my husband ordered the Southern Charm Old Fashioned off the specials menu, which he enjoyed. The menu is on the smaller side, which we actually like. One unique detail was the option to "buy a round for the kitchen," which we thought was a really nice touch and decided to add it when we ordered our appetizer. We started with the fried deviled eggs after a friend recommended them. They were creative with three styles (classic with pickle, togarashi ginger, and crispy prosciutto), but overall a bit on the dry side and not as flavorful as we expected. We asked for Dijon, but they don't have it. Our server suggested and brought out the Baja dipping sauce instead, which did pair well and kind of improved them. My husband had the fish and chips and really enjoyed it. He said the fish was flaky and well cooked. I ordered the Union grilled cheese, which unfortunately seemed like it had been sitting a bit before being served, as the bottom was soggy. It was just okay overall and not particularly memorable for the price. The sweet potato fries on the side were the clear standout. They were crispy, the perfect balance of sweet and salty and honestly the best part of the dish. Our daughter had the kid's smashburger. It was exactly that. Service throughout the meal was good. She was friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and there when needed. The main disappointment came at the end. When our meals were served, the server actually offered sauces at the table (ketchup, mayo, ranch, etc.), and specifically suggested items like the baja sauce for the eggs and ranch to us. Because of that, we were surprised to see several charges for the sauces on the bill, especially since they were offered and recommended at the table with no mention of any additional cost. We were also charged a credit card fee, with no signage anywhere (entrance, hostess stand, or menu) indicating that paying with a card would include an extra charge. It just left an unnecessary sour note on an otherwise solid, casual meal. Nothing was bad, and nothing really stood out as exceptional, but the lack of transparency around those final charges really impacted the overall experience for us.

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Braised Beef Quesadilla

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Katrina E.

11 years ago

MY GO-TO & FAVORITE BRUNCH PLACE! First learned abut Citrus from co-workers raving about the food and drinks and decided to try it out a few months ago. I'm glad I took their advice!! After numerous visits, this has become my #1 place to bring friends visiting from out of town and general weekend breakfast place. They have the typical breakfast combos - pancakes, french toast, eggs benny, waffles, etc. Nothing has ever disappointed and they have their own takes/twists on the food. They're generous with their portions and their waitstaff is friendly and make sure your coffee cup is never empty. Although the wait time can range anywhere from 30 mins to 1 hr, their bar is open to kill time and their back patio provides a space for everyone waiting - big plus there's more outdoor seating and even cornhole to play to pass the time. Definitely try their drinks...there's a large variety of mixed drinks and mimosas ($3 for a regular, $7+ for their specialty ones). I believe their specials change every weekend; each one I've tried has never disappointed and is definitely delicious. When I'm not trying their specials, I usually get my typical eggs benny with home fries - always great and never any complaints. Overall, a great place for brunch and great food! read more

M.A D.

1 year ago

I visited your restaurant in Virginia Beach for breakfast on 7/14/25 at 11:00 AM. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing due to the unprofessional behavior of our server. The waitress had an unfriendly attitude and responded with a smart mouth on several occasions. After bringing our orange juices, she accidentally spilled one on the table. When I pointed it out, she said she would return but after five minutes passed and no one came, I asked again if the table could be wiped. She curtly replied, "I said I was going to come back." While taking our order, she first had her back turned, making it difficult to communicate. I also had to flag her down just to get a simple refill. When the check arrived, I immediately attempted to give her my credit card, but while I retrieved it, she impatiently said, "I have other things I have to do," despite the restaurant not being busy at all. Overall, her attitude and lack of attention to basic service made the experience unpleasant. I'm sharing this in hopes it can be addressed, as this level of service is not what I expect from your establishment. read more

Mike A.

9 years ago

WARNING This place is a tourist trap. The food sucks and the owners know it. They know that a lot of tourist visit the area and will only come to their restaurant once. So they don't care how there food taste as long as they can get your money. All the positives reviews on here are from the owners, their family and friends. Just check their Facebook page. You will see the same people who post on here on their Facebook page. They are all friends. The food here is horrible. ALL OF IT. This is the kind of place you come to and never come back. And what's worse, the owners are very mean people. If you complain about the food they get really pissed off and go off on you. Be careful because the owner Lance has a very bad temper and just might assault you if you complain about their food. He can be very violent so be careful. Better yet, just stay away from this place. I have been to this place twice and the food just plan sucks. I would not recommend his place to anyone. It's not worth it. Go to Golden Corral instead. At least there you will find something eatable. read more

Shameika S.

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11 years ago

My family member came into town unexpectedly. My whole house hold family is doing a cleanse so we literally have nothing in the house. The family member woke me up and said wanted breakfast so I said, "I can call Citrus and we can do a to go order after I make my shake!" When I called, she told me they do not do to go orders over the phone on weekends. I was so hurt because I wanted to go in and out. That was the only downside of today. It is understandable on why they don't do it over the phone because they're soooooo busy (parking lot is always packed). So when we got there today we were greeted and helped right away. I believe we waited for about 10 minutes which isn't bad around the bar and watched everyone make mimosas. I appreciate how the staff was also asking if we were already helped which was a great feeling. We will always be coming back. read more

Robin M.

9 years ago

The food here is horrible. I ordered the Cape Henry Breakfast Special. (2 Eggs any style with grits, toast and bacon) The eggs were very watery and they only give you one slice of toast. I never been to a restaurant and ordered breakfast and get only one slice of toast. Every other restaurant gives you two slices of toast. Everything was so nasty that I couldn't eat. The grits were the worse I ever had. I took one spoon full and I had to spit it out. I told the server to take it back. Then the owner Lance gave me a dirty look because I sent the grits back. When I paid my check the owner Lance told me that if I don't like their grits then try to find some place else to eat. He was so rude and obnoxious. I will never go back there again. The owner is an idiot and the food sucks. Stay away from this place. It's not worth it. read more

Mary A.

9 years ago

J J.

9 years ago

Do not eat here. You will die. My wife and I just been here today for breakfast and she got food poisoning and is in the hospital. She said she thinks it was the grits because it taste like chemicals. I had the grits too but I didn't eat them because to me they tasted foul. About 45 minutes after we left the restaurant my wife began to get sick. She started vomiting and she was getting severe abdominal pain and fever. I took her to the emergency room and after some blood test she was diagnosed with food poisoning. She was admitted and is now getting intravenous antibiotic treatment for the food poisoning. Please please please DO NOT eat here. I would hate to see someone else get sick. I hope the owners do something about their food. It is contaminated and making people sick. read more

Dave H.

10 years ago

1 Star because I can't go lower. Sunday breakfast wait staff is a bunch of high-schoolers except maybe two late-twenty-somethings. They walk around like zombies because they don't have their phones to keep them occupied or tell them what to do/think. Manager is creepy, which explains the H.S. age wait staff. Didn't try the food because the zombies are apparently incapable of taking orders. We DID get our drinks, which were delivered by a surly waitress who thinks that carrying drink glasses with her greasy meat-hooks wrapped around the rim is sanitary and good service. Won't be back. Of course they won't miss us because there are enough stupid millenials to buy into Citrus' hype, poor service and over-priced basic (fast) food. read more

Barb C.

8 years ago

I've been to both Citrus locations and have been thrilled every time! I finally ordered the crab benedict (for lunch!) instead of my usual scrambled eggs because I was feeling bold haha. Anyway, it was as incredible as all their food is. The reason I always get the scrambled eggs is because they have an unrivaled fluffy consistency. I finally asked how they do that and the waitress said they put the eggs in a blender first. Who knew! It's these extra steps that makes them so good I think, and it was really kind of her to let me know that. Also, this is the ONLY place where I don't have to tell them how to cook the bacon, they do it right every time, a little crispy. You can't go wrong at Citrus. read more

Alvin M.

3 years ago

Citrus restaurant used to be a favorite during our vacations, but it has gone downhill. The breakfast, once tasty, is now comparable to IHOP, and the menu lacks anything special. We were surprised that there was no wait time when we visited on a weekend at 9 am. Moreover, the lack of Wi-Fi was disappointing, and the data signal was weak. The overall customer experience is basic, with nothing remarkable to mention. There are other great breakfast spots in town that offer a terrific menu and use local ingredients, so I would pass on Citrus. read more

Henry S.

8 years ago

Amazing food every time!! This is a great place for anyone-families, couples, individuals...Indoor has a great bar and dining area, while the outdoor patio area is perfect when weather permits. You can have a girls brunch, family outing, a meeting, or just enjoy the sunshine while having one of their amazing mimosas or enjoying something from their menu! There are plenty of healthy options. I can't leave without having a sweet potato biscuit split and grilled!!! You won't be disappointed! read more

Casey P.

11 years ago

The highlight of our visit was the southern comfort sandwich. So delicious. I've of never thought to put bbq and Mac n cheese on a sandwich but it was fantastic. Service was mediocre. Server seemed more occupied with sitting down to chat with a friend a couple booths over. Drinks where decent. Bloody Mary was good, just seemed bland. Never had one topped with a lime before so that seemed odd. Will definitely be returning though. Food was fantastic. read more

Ilkim S.

10 years ago

The wait was at least 15 minutes or so long, but it was TOTALLY worth it! Guy Feiri came here some years ago shooting his hit show on 'Food Network', 'Diners, Drive ins, and Dives'. The eggs are so 'melt in your mouth' with the cheese and everything. My mouth is watering just typing these! To wrap it up, it's a great place but I could be better if we did not have to wait so long. ~Allie read more

Alexius L.

9 years ago

I am HUGE on brunch and this place never disappoints. The only downside to being so good is that the wait is never less that 25-30 minutes, but it's worth it!! Tip: if you're going on Sunday get there EARLY! The wait is always close to an hour!! read more

Sean P.

140

12 years ago

A great place! The waitresses were always available and I never had an empty cup! My girlfriend and I came in for brunch and were surprised by how much food we received! Certainly worth the price! Also, the Citrus Pancakes are AWESOME! read more

Charles S.

9 years ago

According to me, the food was ok and not too good. It's my perspective and everyone has his or her's different perspective. I would love to see more improvement next time when I visit this place. read more

Jaquinton L.

5 years ago

Had to deal with a racist hostess and waitress that worked about 1pm. Is this how they are training their employees? Stay away from this place. This is a bad look for whoever the owners are. read more

Steven T.

11 years ago

The wife and I love this place!!! Great atmosphere, great people and great PRICES!!! The experience has been wonderful the several times we have been there. Can't wait to go again!!! read more

Alvin R.

3 years ago

A great place! The waitresses were always available and I never had an empty cup. The food was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend if you are in the area. read more

Natalie H.

11 years ago

the wait was 45 min both times we came our waitress was young and forgetful both time also the food was just ok but not worth all the hassle

Citrus - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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(17 reviews)

My fiancée and I were up early today so we decided to have a breakfast date. We chose to go to…read morefirst watch since it's one of the newer locations in Norfolk. It's Labor Day and it's super busy but we sat outside and beat all the traffic. There was a nice breeze but it was lovely to enjoy breakfast outside since we don't get to do this often. Our server was Kesheila and she was so sweet. I haven't had a great server like this in so long. I ordered the barbacoa chilaquiles breakfast bowl and it was delicious. I would definitely order this again. It was also 54grams of protein. My fiancé ordered the tri-fecta with lemon ricotta pancakes. The lemon curd was so fluffy. The lemon curd was the right amount of sweetness. We didn't need to add syrup while eating the pancake. The eggs were cooked over medium and it was perfect. We also tried the morning meditation on their limited time fall menu. The drink tasted refreshing. It was breezy and the drank fell after we tried a couple sips of it. They brought us a new one and we are totally grateful. We enjoyed the food and will definitely be back to this location.

So happy they put a first watch in Norfolk! I finally got to come to the Norfolk location with my…read moreboyfriend and it did not disappoint. First off there is usually a wait for first watch as we all know, but for two people it was only 15 minute wait for a Saturday morning. So after we sat down we ordered our drinks which was the mimosa and the spiked lavender lemonade. Both were refreshing, the lavender lemonade could have been alittle stronger but still a great drink for brunch. For our entrees I ordered the Trifecta with the Belgian waffle and pork sausage links. I feel like that's a staple at the restaurant and it hits the spot every time. On the other hand my partner ordered the hash bowl- market style and it came out looking amazing. You get a huge portion and the whole bowl really comes together. I honestly really enjoyed his and definitely would get that for myself next time I came. One thing I did want to note is they could do something about all the flies coming inside the restaurant. But overall very friendly and welcoming place.

Roosters Cafe & Grill

3.7

(71 reviews)

If you're looking for a solid, classic breakfast spot, Roosters Cafe and Grill absolutely delivers…read more This place is all about the staples. Nothing fancy, just good, reliable breakfast done right in a country kitchen-style setting. The space is full of rooster memorabilia, which adds a fun, homey vibe. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, giving that genuine Southern hospitality. Service was very quick and the food came out almost immediately. I ordered the loaded hash browns, a short stack of pancakes, and the corned beef hash. The hash browns were made with real shredded potatoes, not those weird cubed ones, which was a big plus. The corned beef hash was the canned style, but it was cooked perfectly with a great crisp on it. No complaints from me. Just know what you're coming for. This isn't a trendy brunch spot with craft cocktails and avocado toast. It's a tried-and-true breakfast joint where you go when you want a classic, satisfying meal.

This place was awesome! Grandson loved the pancakes. Coffee was free flowing. Will be back.read more

Mom's Kitchen & Scandals

3.4

(91 reviews)

Love the food and the workers. The owners make u feel so welcomed. I had country fried steak and…read morehubby had pancake meal and both were deliciously

This used to be our family's favorite spot. When our family comes in town, we make it a practice to…read moreeat here regularly. This will be our last time, however. The food has changed. The quality of food has changed too. And that's a shame. Anytime you have to have a microwave IN THE SITTING AREA to warm your food that JUST came out of the kitchen , that's a red flag, My order was simple--toast no butter. There are NO VEGAN OPTIONS on the menu, so I made do. What I received was toast slathered in butter. Did I eat? No. Am I still hungry? Yes. I had a lemon slice off the edge of my mom's water as my meal. In fairness to our waitress, we were a LARGE group of 14. To compile various meals of that magnitude is not easy. Too many items, however came out incomplete, wrong, cold, and tasteless. The grits--were like white, muddy water. And we had MORE than one order of them. How can you make grits taste like, well NOTHING!? They were tasteless and cold--and even the cheese on the grits did not improve the taste. The side of ham never actually appeared with the rest of the meal. Once my husband ate ALL of his meal, the ham finally arrived. The burger was good though, so in fairness, I should mention the good if I am going to talk about the bad. This will be our last visit. We have been coming here for YEARS, but the lack of quality of food and arrival time of our food to the table is not worth the money we paid. We will not return.

Eddy's Cafe

4.1

(145 reviews)

Walked in and was invited to sit at any open table. Not busy so picked a booth. Noticed the place…read morelooked clean and orderly almost like a recent refresh. Waitress came over & I asked how long they'd been open, thinking just a few months. 19 years!! Wow! I asked if they recently remodeled. Nope. Just a really nice cafe with amazing waffles and sandwiches. Can't wait to go back to try something else. Highly recommend!!

Eddy's Cafe is located in the Red Mill Commons area of Virginia Beach. This part of the Red Mill…read moreCommons area where the restaurant is located is basically just east of the Walmart Supercenter and can be seen from Upton Drive. The two main roads they are located in between is Nimmo Pkwy and Elson Green Ave. My most recent visit here was on June 6, 2026. With the place being located in a shopping center, parking wasn't an issue, even though it was on a Saturday morning. The outside of the place is simple, but you can see the place easily with the green lettering. When my mom and I came inside, we were able to just find a table and then they would come by in a moment. It was a bit busy, but I was surprised that it took them several minutes to finally come to the table to get the menus and drink orders placed. Once the drinks came to the table, our server asked us if we were ready to order, but we weren't quite yet. I went with water with lemon for a drink while my mom went with Pepsi since they have Pepsi products here. She came back a few minutes later, and we were finally ready to order. I decided to go with the French Toast Breakfast Specialty along with Crispy Bacon, 2 Eggs, and a Biscuit on the side as a la carte items. My mom went with the 2 Eggs & 2 Items Breakfast Special. She did hers with French Toast (1.5 Slices), Crispy Bacon, and two scrambled eggs. It was less than 10 minutes for the food to come out, which was a nice surprise considering how busy they were on this visit. The entrees looked really good and hot when they came out. I don't do the syrups any longer due to the high sugar content, so I just did the French Toast with butter on it, which was good the way it was. The bacon was nice and crispy, along with the scrambled eggs being good too. The biscuit was a great way to finish off the meal. Although the meal did elevate the glucose higher than I thought, it was still good. My mom said the food she had was good too, and there were no issues. Overall, this experience was better than the last time I was here about ten years ago. The service was a little off at first since it took awhile for them to get to the table originally. There was a feeling of being rushed to order, but I guess that's because it is a small space inside with limited seating. One thing to note about that is if you come on a weekend or a holiday, there is a limit of 90 minutes to be there. If you're in the Red Mill Commons area and looking for a breakfast spot, this place is still worth considering.

Bay Local Eatery

4.4

(1.1k reviews)

Such a cute spot!…read more This is a cute little breakfast spot just minutes from the beach. You walk in and can instantly see that this place really cares about its ambiance. Cute chairs, tables, wall decor, the works! After walking in I was quickly sat at my own table and my very friendly waiter came over to take my drink order. When he did I informed him I needed to be gluten free and he brought me a full blown gluten free menu!! Made me feel super seen as someone who struggles with gluten intolerance. After looking for a bit I ordered the gluten free breakfast sandwich meal. It was fantastic! Would highly recommend. He also brought me their house made hot sauce which is fantastic. My only gripe is the price. I find most beach towns have an increased price across the board so it is what it is but $25 for a sandwich and potatoes is wild IMO. Overall, would come back for sure!

Service was great…read more Waffle ice cream Shroom borger Giant salad Baby squid fried calamar Fresh potat fri so good Mmm

Princess Anne County Grill

3.7

(107 reviews)

Portion sizes are very nice. Place is small, but the ambience is nice. Prices are reasonably cheap…read moreconsidering how much food is on a plate

So cute! They…read morerecently renovated and a local friend suggested we come to try lunch. Inside is cute and charming, we were seated at a spacious booth by the window and it was light and airy inside. Our waitress was prompt with the drink order and brought us both breakfast and lunch menus just in case. I saw several items I wanted to try - like a breakfast sandwich, omelette, lunch sandwiches, salads, and their daily special which was country fried steak. YUM. Their Blue Plate Specials for the week was loaded with savories that sounded good: country-fried steak, homemade lasagna, homemade meatloaf, etc. etc. You get it. My father-in-law would love it. My friend ordered the club salad with fries and loved it and I ordered the egg salad with potato salad as my side. Very good egg salad and the potato salad was delicious. I saw several things I'd love to come back and try and their prices are fair and selection is good. This isn't fine dining but it was good. And this is a cute little place in the Farmer's Market area. Service was good but not great, and it was a nice place to add to bring friends and family when in town who don't want to spend a ton and want a good meal.

The Rustic Spoon

4.5

(693 reviews)

We stopped in for dinner with a group of 5. We arrived a little after 5 and got a nice table. This…read morelow-key spot was easy to like from the get go. The noise level was not crazy and we were greeted by our server shortly after being seated. We had several of the drink options, including some local IPA's and the famous Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager. We ordered some of the burgers that were half-off, being the Wednesday Special, and Steak Bite appetizers among other delicious items. We like Rustic Spoon quite a bit and look forward to a return visit!

Always delicious every-time I have went! And that was quite a few times! Lol…read more I always order the friend toast and bacon! Never disappoints! The atmosphere is pleasant and comfortable, and the service is always great! If you are looking for a nice brunch spot, go here!

Terrie's Breakfast & Lunch

4.0

(53 reviews)