Walked in on a Saturday evening. With great weather that day, sitting outside was nice. Our server Samantha took good care of us. I loved the salt cured ham and brie plank! Everything went well together! The pickled okra was a revelation. I liked it! The pita bread was warm, flavorful and had great texture. The raw clam and mussel were okay. Blackened tuna with broccoli salad and grilled asparagus was also nice. Broccoli salad was delicious. Vanilla cheesecake with berry compote was a great way to end the night. Had great food, service and experience here. read more

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Apparently if you make a reservation here you get to sit on the left side of the restaurant. We did not, so we were directed to the bar and high-tops on the right. The place was spotless and decorated with...driftwood pictures. Obviously. It's in the name, folks. There is a free parking lot onsite which is a plus, but it's very tight. Larger SUVs and trucks may have a tough time. Our waitress was nice and went back to the kitchen to get an answer for my food question (they're white onions not red in the veggie omelet). I was also a fan of her raspy voice. Whoever did their website did a great job...at deceiving the public. The pictures look much better than how the food tasted. Maybe I should've ordered differently? I ended up getting the veggie omelet (without peppers and tomatoes). One plus was that they didn't pre-butter the toast. I liked that. Most places put gobs of butter on, that I end up wiping off with a napkin. This is also one of the few places that sell creamed chip beef (which isn't my jam but might be yours)! read more

Not good. NY strip steaks all cooked well done even though we ordered medium to medium rare. Penne Vodka had no flavor. No refills on soda. Overall not worth the price even if discounted by 70%. Avoid going. read more

We went to Driftwood Kitchen for an anniversary brunch. The place itself was clean and no other customers were there so we had the waitress's full attention. I'm a sucker for benedicts so I ordered the southern benedict with a side of their potatoes. The Benedict was decent. Not my favorite but was still good. I wanted to like the potatoes cause they did have good flavor but way too salty for me. I could t finish them. My husband had pancakes which he didn't like at all. Their dinner menu seems interesting but I don't think we will return for breakfast. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Southern Benedict - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Am not too hungry so I ordered oysters Rockefeller and Pickled Shrimp, for $10 each, great Happy Hour price! Ambiance is casual, music over the PA system, closed caption monitors by the bar and on the wall. Decor is typical aquatic/ocean living with a marlin replica over a window looking out to the foyer/entrance with a big Driftwood Kitchen sign welcoming patrons. Service is friendly, was asked if I was by myself and if I wanted high top or booth. The server was friendly bringing two glasses of water thinking I have company; even asked if I wanted an extra glass since she already had it. Now the food: I wish I could give more than 2 stars . The pickled shrimp was a great concept but nothing about it was pickled. The 4 pieces of shrimp were cold and tasteless, exactly were cocktail shrimp that were tossed in oil and some other mixture. It definitely not pickling juice There were onion slices but were raw, not pickled. There were 2 thin slices of lemon stacked up on the shrimp, wasn't sure what to do with them so I just squeezed whatever bit of juice over the shrimp. The oyster Rockefeller was definitely better tasting than the pickled shrimp. The oysters had creamy sauce, melted cheese and sprinkling of pancetta. There was supposed to be spinach but it was imperceptible. The oysters were not plump, more on the small side. read more

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We came here for a late lunch. Mostly it seems like this restaurant is more focused on brunch then lunch. I thought there would be more non seafood items for my husband but there was literally just two burgers. He ordered the cheese logs and they were out of them. I just ordered the crabcake sandwich which came with horseshoe fries. Most of the fries were alittle burnt. My crabcake was very thin but had a bunch of crab/less filler which was nice. I ordered my daughter pancakes which were pretty good and some cheese grits (she didn't like it - needed more seasoning). Overall the food is just okay. The waiter was very nice though and checked in on us frequently. There is free parking lot in the front. Prices were fair for the area. I think it would have been better for breakfast. read more

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The staff was amazing. And food was soo good. I am gluten free and was bald to get a shrimp Cesar salad and delicious potatoes. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Pototoes and shrimp salad. - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I arrived on a Friday evening around 6:00PM. I was the sole customer and chose to sit at the bar. It's in a strip mall, and it's a cute restaurant inside. All the staff were friendly and efficient. The bartender kindly spent time making chit chat when she wasn't busy. I ordered a glass of Chardonnay, and it was a decent sized pour. For dinner, I asked for the small house salad and the 1/2 lb of steamed and peeled shrimp. The salad was the perfect size for me. The lettuce was crisp and it included carrots, onions, tomato, cucumber and croutons. The shrimp were cooked just right so they weren't mushy. The tail was still on so it was easy to grab and dunk in the melted butter that came with it. I came away satisfied with my light dinner. The place had filled up pretty good by the time I left. read more

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Fantastic breakfast!! My daughter wanted to come back for breakfast because she enjoyed the French toast so much! I'm our first visit, I had eggs Benedict and our second, The SOS. Both were so good. The service was great!! There was a massive line at Pocahontas Pancakes and this amazing place is right around the corner! Skip the line and come here for great food and much faster service! read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The restaurant was very clean and nicely decorated, I also like that it had free parking. The staff were nice and the food came in a timely manner. The food however was a miss. The steak was very juicy but it tasted like liver and the grits were hard and super thick as you can see in the picture. The waiter could tell I didn't enjoy it and offered to fix it or get me something else but I was already put off at that point. It was definitely not my cup of tea. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Steak and eggs with toast and a side of grits - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Pretty good food here. We came in with a large party and were promptly sat early on a Saturday evening. The server did a nice job splitting the checks for the total of 4 families that were eating. I had the seared tuna and it was pretty good! Wife had the Greek salad and although it didn't quite hit the mark as a "Greek" salad all of the ingredients were very fresh. I appreciate the kids menu very much. 4-5 things for them to choose from and they all enjoyed whatever it odd that they ordered. I wouldn't hesitate to try this place again to try something different off of the menu. Also, happy hour on Saturday from 3-6 pm was a nice surprise. Enjoy! read more

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Discovered this gem on our latest trip to VA Beach. Staff was phenomenal and breakfast super delish! I had a classic fave of mine, chipped beef on toast and hubby had the daily special, a meat omelet. Prices were good, experience was great!! read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Chipped beef on toast with scrambled eggs - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Awesome service. Food was good, and came out fast. Restaurant was clean and pretty quiet when we went. Loved the spinach dip, and my husband loved the oysters. They had good deals for happy hour. read more

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First of all, the service was top notch. She knew the menu inside and out and was fantastic at making recommendations! Pickled shrimp are a new favorite delicacy for me just wish there had been one more- an even 6 would've been nice for sharing! The Driftwood Crush was a nice twist to the local favorite. It was nice to see a kitchen that cares so much about in-house recipes and I could tell the locals appreciated it! Loved the casual vibe too! read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Pickled shrimp - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The restaurant is a great local casual dining experience. Lots of options and all that we tried was delicious. Service was very friendly and attentive. Great dinner read more

Friendly service in a relaxed outdoor setting because we had dogs with us! The hostess seated us promptly and quickly took our drink orders. We ordered the Gill Net omelette, the Kitty Hawk sand-witch, goat cheese platter, and one other dish I can't recall. Everything was very fresh and delicious!! The goat cheese platter was not only fresh and flavorful but an exquisite work of art full of fresh shishito peppers, nuts, fruit and goat cheese! The Gill Net omelette was bursting with flavor with crabmeat and shrimp! The chef definitely loves to craft a work of art that is as equally as delicious and satisfying!! Highly recommend this place for a light yet refreshingly hearty meal!! read more

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Found this place by the beach. It's nice, clean. Staff were very friendly and good. I ordered the Mahi Mahi fingers, they were succulent. The pickled shrimp were tasty. The berry cheese cake was great. I also had a bourbon berry smash drink . It was out of this world. read more

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Great meal tonight. Easy going atmosphere. We sat inside due to the rain but they have great outside seating. Thanks to the owner Troy for a great night! read more

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Just had a wonderful late lunch at Driftwood Kitchen. Every aspect was delightful! Henry, our server, was personable and so friendly. He helped make us feel at home. Every dish he recommended was delicious! We will definitely go back - this is one of best places for lunch or dinner in Virginia Beach! read more

Full disclosure, as always, all of my reviews are based on my expectation of the venue. I have an expectation of sushi that I pick up at the quickie mart versus a night at Nobu. In this case, there is no need to fill in the details of our amazing dinner and impressive surprises from the bar. If you have ever tasted the love of the chef in the food that you were served, then you will understand why there are just no words. You must go here for yourself. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Blackened Tuna pasta - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Food is amazing and service is super quick!!! Music Isint too loud, and it has an amazing beach vibe. 100% recommend!!!

Went to the Drift because wanted that authentic seafood experience, while at the VB... although I'd say this place had the menu and offers, not pleased with overall taste and definitely not the price. Yikes. Service was good but portions and food not anything special... did have the pickled shrimps, which was the highlight of the visit. This a very unique experience and neato way to enjoy some shrimp. Maybe the driftwood will be just what you needed. read more

Driftwood kitchen is conveniently located by the oceanfront and has a great menu selection, the food however was a miss for us. The oysters arrived over-charred, fish was overcooked and pasta was extremely unflavored. The service was really wonderful and the drinks were good. Overall me and my party left disappointed. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Oysters - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Stopped in for lunch on the way out of town. Had the Mahi Mahi breakfast with corned beef hash and cheesy grits. The food came out quickly and the service was great. The food was very good. The corned beef hash was excellent. The restaurant was not very busy, so my waitress took great care of me. Will definitely come back when in the area. read more

We stopped by for breakfast. The staff was amazing, and the food was delicious! I had the steak bowl (minus tomatoes, which I gave to my husband), while he enjoyed a western omelette with pancakes and a mimosa. We loved it so much that we returned. They even treated us to a complimentary mimosa! Fantastic service and food every time. read more

What a great breakfast experience! My service was above expectations. The seafood. omelette amazing.

Amazing service. The young lady who was our server was fun and engaging and I'm happy we got here vs the woman who looked like she hated her job. The host (young man) was also very kind - sweet demeanor. Patio was lovely - comfy chairs. Overall food was good. A couple callouts. I love corned beef hash and have had it at tons of places. This would rank as my least fav. Not enough corned beef - way too many fat pieces - potatoes (while tasty) overwhelmed the dish. My husband had omelette and he enjoyed it. Cups of juice were small but reasonable priced so got 2 to satisfy my thirst. Would try this place again - but would definitely order something else. read more

Decided to check out this cozy looking spot that felt more "locals" and less tourist. We chose to sit outside on the patio to really capture the atmosphere during the seaside season. Our server was knowledgeable and shared wonderful recommendations. Food overall was quite good. We ordered the Mahi fingers, the blackened tuna, the fried oysters, and a greek salad. The Mahi was lightly breaded and cooked perfectly. The Tuna was a nice portion for an appetizer. Plenty for 2-3 people to enjoy. The fried oysters were today's special and they definitely hit the mark of deliciousness! Large oysters were super juicy and perfectly breaded. Our greek salad was large, too large. Majority was lettuce. I do want to mention that all sauces were made in house and were a fantastic pairing with our meal. Pleasantly surprised and would definitely recommend to others! read more

Ladies lunch, first impression, very cool vibe, industrial yet fun. Our server was excellent, both attentive and friendly. Orders came out in perfect timing. I ordered the make your own omelette, it was delicious and cooked perfectly, I got it with a side of cheese grits and they were really good. You can order breakfast anytime, and was greatful for that. Three in our party of 6 ordered omelette the others soup and half sandwich, and they were very satisfied with them. We did get two appetizers, the blackened tuna and the goat cheese board, both were fantastic. The chef came out at the end to make sure we were satisfied, very impressed. Highly recommend you try this place. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Goat Cheese Board appetizer - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Just happened to find this little jewel! The food was delicious ! The Broccoli salad was a delight it brought back memories of dinners at home with family. Tuna dishes were the best in the area, we will definitely make this one we have on our go to list. Service was excellent! Hope to see you all on our next trip! read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Blackened Tuna with spooned potatoes and broccoli salad!! - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Just finished a delicious brunch at Driftwood Kitchen on Pacific Avenue right after church! The food and atmosphere were both amazing. I can't help but think how nice it would be to come here one day with the person I'm meant to be with read more

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We were in VA Beach and decided to try DK. We were promptly seated and found the server to be pleasant. I ordered the crab cake sandwich and my hubby ordered the special, which was soft shell crab. My crab cake was delicious and we all know I'm a crab cake connoisseur My hubby enjoyed his meal as well. We were not blown away by the food and service, but it was good. The restaurant had a nicer feel/ambiance than some of the chain restaurants in the area. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Soft Shell Crab with asparagus and potatoes - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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OH MY! A delicious dinner from start to finish. My mom asked if they could burn the butter for her lobster tails. I thought she was crazy. She told the waitress that there was a French restaurant that served burnt (not browned butter) with her lobster when we lived in Rio and that no one has ever been able to replicate it, until tonight. It was amazing! I had a taste and we dragged every thing through the butter and didn't leave a drop. I made the healthy choice of a Salmon Niçoise salad and it was amazing. My drink before dinner was soooo good - southern comfort, sour, blackberry smash. It's a good thing our hotel is around the corner. Our server was amazing, checking with the chef to make sure she could deliver. If you are ever in Virginia Beach be sure to check this place out. Cheers! read more

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Elizabeth at the bar gave us great advice on food and drinks. Everything is fresh and you can definitely tell. Right off the boardwalk so very convenient! read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Grilled crabcakes were amazing! - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Came here for dinner service. Glad to see they had an outdoor eating area where they allow dogs to lay down. We were greeted and seated right away. The server was friendly and brought out a water dish for my pup. The food was delicious. Credit card accepted. read more

Driftwood Kitchen - Southern Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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What a lovely local place with really good home made food and sauces. We arrived late to VB and found this wonderful spot right by our hotel. We shared the mussels, French fries, fried shrimp and a salad. It was perfect for a late evening lighter supper along with a nice glass of wine. The service was so nice. It's super clean and the food was delicious! read more

The food was okay. Their fries were soggy and my friend that I was with ordered a Greek salad with her meal and it came as a house salad. When she told the waiter, they wouldn't take it back or even give her a new salad, he just kept insisting that this is what she gets. On the other hand, their oysters Rockefeller are some of the best i've ever had! The ambiance and vibe of the place is very casual! read more

MUST TRY!!! As we approached Driftwood Kitchen, there was plenty of parking and parking for people with disabilities. As we entered, there was an awesome scent of seafood and burgers, YUM! We were greeted by Kat who is the bartender and Troy the owner who were smiling. We placed our order and the food came out fast! Chef Eileen came out and asked if our meal ok. It was perfect! We felt like royalty! We want to thank Troy, Kat, and Eileen for a wonderful experience and tasty food! You helped make our vaction spectacular! You have more than earned your 5 star review! read more

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The food was excellent. The service was good and timely. The ambience was nice and current. Great place to eat, within walking distance from several hotels and the beach. I recommend Driftwood Kitchen. read more

This was a very clean restaurant and the service was great! The pancakes were probably the best pancakes I have ever had! We also had the dune buggy burger and biscuits and gravy they were average. My daughter loves to rate mozzarella sticks and have theirs an 8/10. Definitely recommend giving it a try. read more

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