This a great restaurant in Irvington. It's located inside the compass theatre and arcade arena. The…read moreservice has always been wonderful. It gets crowded on Tuesdays as they have half off movie nights and also taco Tuesdays. Absolutely recommend their fried shrimp tacos. It's one of the best shrimp tacos I have ever had. They also have various other things in their menu. Ribs were amazing, love the tater tots. Nice selection of beer and cocktails. Ambiance is great. Nice bar area. If you're running late to the movies, You can take your food to the movie theater as well. Price is pretty nominal. They have plenty of parking spots. Really glad they have this place in the northern neck area.

We had the most unfortunate experience on a recent Saturday. We had reservations for 6:45pm and…read morewere seated promptly which was great. The problem is...that is where it all ended and stopped. Nobody else ever came by our table to bring water or anything at all. After watching people zip by us, we finally hailed downs server 25minutes later. She sounded overwhelmed. We asked for water and she obliged. Dropped them off and then we didn't see her again so we left the restaurant.

Such a special evening! The waitress saw to our every need and request. The beautiful Inn provided…read morea wonderful setting for perhaps the best meal we've had in years! All 4 courses were such a culinary delight. Thanks Chef Messeret for sharing your beautiful food magic with us!

My wife and I had dinner at Hooky, which is Hope & Glory's outdoor dining space (during Covid), and…read moreare extremely disappointed with our experience. When my wife called to make a reservation, she made it a point of telling the woman she spoke with (Chef Meseret) that it would be our anniversary, and that wasn't even acknowledged at any point during our meal, even though they recognized another customer's birthday. The meal itself was fine, but not exceptional, from oyster appetizer to crab cake entrée to cheesecake dessert. Everything was more or less good until the meal was finished. The waiter asked us if we wanted "to review your charges", which we thought was odd, since we figured we'd just get the check. Instead of that, the guy came over with an iPad and showed us the charges. In addition to the fixed price meal ($80 per person) we ordered two cocktails ($28 total) and a bottle of wine ($52), and then they had the nerve to charge us another $16 for an alcohol service fee. WHAT?!?! You can bet that they made plenty of markup on both the wine and the cocktails, but to charge us to serve it too...WTF?! I questioned the guy about the charge, and his answer was "I don't know, I just do what I'm told". As if that wasn't bad enough, he then put us on the spot and asked if we wanted to add a tip, and how much? What an annoying end to an otherwise fairly pleasant meal. All told, the tab was over three hundred bucks. Totally not worth it. While we were eating, we discussed the possibility of staying at Hope & Glory for a future visit to the area, but after getting nickled and dimed for a service fee, they're not getting any more money from us.

Patio dining with expansive water views sets wonderful tone for a sunny, spring Saturday. We…read morestarted with cocktails and shared the crab dip which was served with soft pita rounds. I then had the crab bisque and the Shrimp Po Boy. Everything was fresh and delicious. Our server was excellent.

Formal Complaint Regarding Unprofessional and Aggressive Conduct by Manager…read more I am writing to formally bring to your attention an extremely concerning experience my family and I had at your restaurant on [08/30/2025]. We had a reservation for a party of seven, and what should have been an enjoyable evening was overshadowed by poor service, unprofessional behavior, and, most importantly, extremely aggressive conduct by the manager on duty. Summary of Issues Experienced * Two members of our party ordered sodas, which were incorrect, so they chose to drink water instead. * One member ordered chicken noodle soup but was served only broth with no noodles or chicken. * Another member ordered a flatbread pepperoni pizza, which arrived missing a slice in the center. In place of the missing slice, two crackers with sauce and cheese had been placed on the pizza without explanation. When we brought these issues to our waitress's attention, her responses were dismissive and unhelpful. For example, when notified about the soup and pizza, she simply said "ok?" or "is there anything else?" before walking away without addressing the situation. Interaction with the Manager At the end of our meal, we politely requested to speak with the manager to discuss these concerns and understand what had happened with our food. Instead, the waitress returned and said she had removed the chicken noodle soup and pizza from our bill, which we appreciated, but this was not our request -- we wanted clarification, not compensation. When the manager finally came to our table, he approached aggressively and loudly stated, "WHAT DO YOU WANT? I ALREADY TOOK THIS OFF THE BILL!" We attempted to calmly explain and show him the pizza, but he picked it up with his bare hands, threw it onto the table, and yelled, "TWO PIECES OF PIZZA FELL ON THE FLOOR, SO THEY PUT CRACKERS THERE TO MAKE UP FOR IT!" At no point had this been explained beforehand, and he did not offer to remake or replace the pizza. Escalation at the Front Counter Feeling uncomfortable, we decided to pay our bill and leave. However, when we went to the front counter, we overheard staff discussing our family inappropriately. Moments later, the manager came toward us almost running, loudly asking, "WHAT'S THE PROBLEM NOW?!" As a young woman, I felt threatened and unsafe due to his intimidating tone and proximity. My family tried to de-escalate, but the manager became increasingly hostile, yelling at us to "get out" or he would "call the police." When we asked for his name, he refused to provide it, and when we requested to speak with the owner, he continued yelling and ordered us to leave. Why I Am Reaching Out This experience left my family and me shaken. The aggressive and unprofessional behavior of the manager, coupled with the mishandling of our food and the overall poor service, was entirely unacceptable. At several points during the encounter, it felt as though the situation could have escalated physically, which is deeply concerning for any guest in your establishment. I am respectfully requesting the following: 1. A formal review of this incident and the conduct of the manager and staff involved. 2. Clarification on your policies regarding food handling, guest safety, and customer service. 3. A direct response from ownership or corporate leadership regarding how this situation will be addressed. Our intention in raising these concerns is not only to resolve our personal experience but also to ensure that future guests are treated with professionalism, respect, and courtesy.

Great little find in Tappahanock! Warm friendly staff and good food reasonably priced.read more

We plan our frequent trips from Powhatan to Heathsville with stops at JJ in mind…read more Great food and great staff. No need to elaborate, simply the best.

We happened to be in Tappahannock, VA on a Monday evening celebrating our nephew's birthday and, by…read morechance, ended up at 528 Italian American Restaurant, and we're so glad we did. We had a party of 10, and they were incredibly quick to accommodate us. From the start, the service stood out. Our server worked hard throughout the evening to ensure everything was smooth and that we had an excellent dining experience. The food was fantastic. A few of us ordered the 40 oz. Tomahawk steak with shrimp and two sides, and it was easily one of the best steaks I've had. While $120 is definitely an investment, it was well worth it, the meat was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The sauce on the side complemented it nicely, the sides were delicious, and the presentation really elevated the entire dish. It's also large enough to easily feed two people. Others at the table enjoyed a variety of dishes, including the surf and turf special (ribeye and shrimp for $40), a fish sandwich, and a ribeye steak and cheese. Everything that came out looked and tasted great. They also brought out complimentary bread with a homemade dipping sauce, which was a nice touch. You can tell they take pride in their food--we got the sense that much of it is made in-house. We also tried a few desserts, and they did not disappoint. The carrot cake, in particular, was one of the best I've had. Inside the restaurant was large and looked like they could host banquet and parties. We even had the opportunity to meet and talk with the owner, Tony, and were impressed by his background and passion for what he does. Overall, we had a great experience, and most importantly, our nephew had a wonderful birthday celebration. We will definitely be stopping back in the next time we're in the area.

This restaurant is our go to place for good food, the quality is great the staff are very friendly…read moreand the food never disappoint. We always visit when the crowd are gone allowing us to take our time and enjoy our meal and outing.

We were in town and looking for a spot on the water for dinner, so we ended up here. My husband and…read moreI came in and they seemed a little busy on a Friday night, but the bar was totally empty so it was perfect. We had great conversation and service all evening with the bartender. This spot is definitely more of a pub type place. Food is American bar food with a coastal flair. I got the potato skins and my husband got some fried fish. They were both good but nothing to call home about. The bartender also came up with some pretty good drink options, I was surprised because I expected a standard bar with well drinks but she definitely experimented and had some great menu options to choose from. We walked down to the water for the sunset and enjoyed their little beach, it was a perfect nightcap. Great little spot in the area!

Willaby's is a fun spot and one of just a few restaurants on the water and this one with a beach!…read more Decorated inside with everything fishing, crabbing, etc., the vibe definitely matches the outside. This is a sizable restaurant able to accommodate large parties with indoor and outdoor seating. Service was very attentive and staff very friendly. There is a big selection of food from seafood to burgers, pasta, pizza, bbq, salads, steaks, soups, and always specials of some sort- if your not sure what you want or your party can't decide (and even if you can) then this is your place because there is something here for everyone We have tried a bit of everything across the menu and didn't have a dish we didn't like. In fact I was surprised at how good they were given the variety. Add to that, that this is scratch cooking it makes it a bit more special. I particularly like that the restaurant makes note and practices using less salt to support its patrons health. I didn't find anything bland and certainly not anything over salted either. The restaurant offers a big beer list with many craft and micro brews along with full bar and wines. We tried the lemon cello cake for dessert and thought it was spot on- well balanced and not too sweet. Live music at times- check the web for who and when. A fun place to eat at and the food very much compliments to the fun. Definitely worth your try for a laid back restaurant experience with options for everyone. As a cafe, Willabys is a solid choice at 4+ stars in my opinion. Happy eating!

Service from staff 10/10 Food 0/5…read moreWe come once a year to visit the FAM. So Old Rapp Tap is a once a year venue for us. Today I was totally disappointed. Seriously. We didn't even eat since breakfast so we were starving! it's more like a diner It just wasn't good. This once a year rotation is now on skip...... The fish and chips............One piece of fish. The Cajun pasta no flavor Even the wings/ asked for all flats and they did that (again 10/10 customer service) but the wings had no flavor Our waiter was AMAZING! He was the best part of thr experience.

Had an amazing time at the Old Rapp Taphouse. The restaurant itself is stunning with a variety of…read moreseating and fun twinkle lights strung on the ceiling. Midway through our dinner the main lights dimmed a bit which made the string lights look like stars making for a very romantic atmosphere. They do offer outdoor seating as well but we opted to stay inside, however we saw a fire pit and corn hole which could make for a fun outdoor evening. The food was amazing and came out extremely quickly. I think we waited less than 10 minutes which surprised me. I ended up getting the soft shell crab special which came with 3 small soft shell crabs and two sides. The Caesar salad was well dressed but was missing the salty umami flavor I come to expect with Caesar it almost tasted a bit bland but the romaine used was fresh and I appreciated the crunch/green it offered my meal, I don't think I'd recommend it being worth the upcharge and will probably try another side when returning. The fries are handcut and delicious, they also have old bay along with the typical salt & pepper on the table which when sprinkled on to the fries definitely take it up a notch. My crabs were phenomenal, perfectly fried and the butter sauce they provided with it was a delicious addition for dipping. My partner got a pulled pork sandwich and he shared that it was very good. It had a nice vinegar kick expected from Carolina BBQ. Our server Zachary was also extremely attentive and made sure we had our meals, waters were topped off and gave us any and all accoutrements we could need when asked. Overall, we had a great experience at Old Rapp Taphouse, we went on a Saturday night and found there to be a steady stream of people coming in and out but still received such great service and food. Highly recommend.

This is definitely one of the nicest restaurants closer to Callao and Burgess area. We often dine…read morehere on Thursdays when we are in our vacation house. This is on the way to Callao brewery from Reedville. We stop here for dinner and then go to Callao brewery to grab drinks and play trivia there. Space is very good. Nice partitions in the dinning room makes it feel nice and comfortable for privacy as well. Our recent dinner here was on the Valentine's Day. We ordered a bunch of our favorites - shrimp and grits, scallop in cream sauce with veggies. Absolutely delicious. Huge portions so it's almost like two meals for us. Shrimp & grits were unique. I have usually had spicy versions in other restaurants. This was slightly bland for my liking. It was more on the creamier side. I still liked it. For desserts, pineapple fritters with ice cream were absolutely delicious. Cheese cake was alright. Highly recommend this place.

We had a reservation and seated pretty quickly. It took 15 minutes for someone to swing by and take…read moreour drink order (water). We ordered calamari to start and for our entrees we had the fried shrimp platter and salt and pepper catfish. All 3 dishes were lightly bartered and fried well. I thought they food was fine and met expectations for fried seafood. We went on a Saturday evening in July for dinner and it was pretty warm in the restaurant so I was ready to be and in and out and not stay any longer than we needed to. If we were in the area, I'd consider coming back and trying other dishes.