I came with a group of 20 people to Shorebreak for dinner during a group retreat, and it was the…read morebest experience we've had at any of our retreats so far! Hannah took AMAZING care of us. She efficiently handled taking care of all 20 of us at 2 separate tables with a great attitude. One of our party members had an issue with her salad and Hannah was kind enough to get us a replacement to go. Our drinks were always filled, we got plenty of plates and boxes, and she was constantly checking in on us to see if we needed anything! One of the most attentive waitresses I've had. The food was great too, I had a gluten free All The Way pizza and it was LOADED, almost too many toppings! The crust was slightly softer than I prefer but that just comes with all the wet toppings. The rest of our party was also very pleased with their food & experience in general! Thank you Shorebreak for a spectacular dinner!

We came to Shorebreak for Mother's Day dinner, and it was worth the 35 minute drive from an…read moreatmosphere perspective. We sat outside, and the sunset was beautiful. It was a beautiful evening. Our server was Lauryn, and she was great. She was nice and attentive but not worrisome. We had the Wisconsin Cheese Curds along with the house made Sangria. As an entree, I had the whiskey burger with truffle fries. I really liked the cheese curds; they're a lot flavorful than traditional mozzarella sticks. The house made sangria was really good too! We had to stop ourselves from just sucking it down. The burger is where I had the issue. It was a little on the dry side.... Too well done despite asking for medium. It also wasn't seasoned well. The only flavor rally came from the bbq sauce and onion straws. The truffle fries were good though. The menu said they won't best burger of Virginia Beach, and that was made me get a burger. Not the best burger I've ever had. Next time, I will try the pizza and probably go to the Shore drive location since that is closer to my house. Again, the vibe, service, and scenery was worth the drive.. the food not so much.

The best place to enjoy a great variety of eats and drinks. Tuesday is Happy Hour all night long -…read moreincludes drink and food specials. Love the staff and management ! So friendly -- it feels like family. Put this place on your rotation!

It was our first time to try and it was not bad, the calamari and shrimp appetizer were good, I had…read moreShrimp Palermo, it was okay a little bland for my taste, fish tacos was just okay too. I would say i liked the appetizer better than my main. The service was good she is friendly and attentive. The restaurant is a right size and was surprised it was full when we left. Overall, an okay place especially if you like American food

The food is amazing and the service is pretty good. It does get extremely busy, especially in the…read moresummer, so be graceful with the server. It sits on the water in the farmland area of Virginia Beach and can be accessed by boat. Blue Pete's is a local's favorite. Seating is available outside or inside. Very family friendly restaurant. Well worth the visit.

While visiting VA Beach we read many great reviews for Blue Petes, so we took the long ride out…read morefrom the beachfront area to Pungo to visit for dinner. We got there a little earlier in the evening, arriving around 5:30PM on a Tuesday night and the place was packed! We were still able to score a seat along the windows overlooking the creek. This entire place was so busy and there was so many staff too - Hard to believe from looking at the small ranch of a house that the restaurant is housed in. Lots of families here too. Their menu is quite nice with many options. We started with their blackened tuna bites, which came out as a big blackened tuna steak that had slices in it, but was still "assembled" on the plate. The wasabi dipping sauce it came with was outstanding and so very spicy! The tuna itself didn't look very appealing at all, but WOW, the flavor was great! And when dipped into the wasabi sauce, the combo of both was so good! Out entrées were the imperial mahi - which I asked for them to blacken my mahi. This dish is basically a mahi filet with a crab cake on top and then the entire thing is smothered in the she crab soup - it was so very flavorful! The she crab soup was really good by itself, but the crab cake mixed with it tasted great! The blackened mahi was really tasty too. I tried their broccoli as a side and had very low expectations for it, but WOW, that broccoli was outstanding! So fresh and flavorful! Don't like the looks of the place fool you, the service is on point and the food is amazing! This place is doing it right!!

Food: She crab soup: Amazing!! Cucumber salad: sooo good and…read morerefreshing!! Orange crush: their famous drink was really light and citrusy Service (bar): super nice Ambiance: relaxing and not loud like most places Good luck to the bartender!!

Visit: 21Aug2026 I…read moredefinitely want to give a huge shoutout to Colton! This location was extremely busy and packed when I visited, and honestly, that's usually a good sign...when a place stays that busy, clearly something is going right. What really stood out to me, though, was Colton. He went well beyond what I would normally expect from someone working the host/to-go area. He personally made sure my steak was exactly how I wanted it and genuinely seemed concerned about whether I was happy with my order. That type of customer service deserves recognition. He knows how to take care of customers, and in my opinion, he deserves a raise! I do think there is an opportunity for improvement when it comes to management. There was a manager positioned at the front during my visit, and while I obviously don't know her personally or whether she is generally a nice person, her disposition toward customers did not come across as particularly friendly or welcoming. More importantly, I noticed a clear difference in how warmly she interacted with certain customers versus others. When you're in a management position, customers should feel like they're receiving the same level of courtesy and hospitality across the board..you shouldn't pick and choose who gets the friendly version of you. It was especially noticeable because she remained at the front for much of the time, closely overseeing the hosts, so those of us waiting on to-go orders could clearly observe the differences in her interactions with different patrons. If you're going to be that visible and hands-on with your staff, I think it's even more important to model the same customer service you expect from them. Thankfully, Colton did exactly that. Despite how packed and hectic the restaurant was, he remained attentive, personable, and genuinely cared about making sure I left satisfied. Colton was absolutely amazing and was easily the standout of my experience. Management should recognize him because employees who care about customers like that are a huge part of why people come back.

Another delicious visit! We were also able to open our Red Envelope which is why we came back…read moretoday! Haley our waitress was phenomena, friendly & attentive! Highly recommend this restaurant for a fancy date or just a grabbing a quick casual bite.

Haven't been here in a few years. But this place still has great customer service, good food, and…read moregood drinks. Our server Haley was fantastic. She needs a raise. Attentive, polite, she made eating here that much better. The place was pretty empty on a Wednesday afternoon @3pm. They have a wine service that if I wasn't an out of towner would definitely sign up for. The Old Fashioneds here are first class delicious. The sweet Thai chili salmon was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The BBQ pork flatbread was not greasy and full of flavor. Not a very big place, they do have outside seating that's covered though. This is a hidden gem in VA Beach that I hope stays that way.

This is our favorite brunch spot. This place is typically fully staffed and the wait times aren't…read moretoo much! The inside is massive and they are always busy. It's always clean too. Everything we have ever ordered from here has been amazing. This is also one of those restaurants where the owner/manager will stop by to check in on your experience. We love it.

With rising food costs, I understand the challenges, but unfortunately the quality here has…read morenoticeably declined. My husband and I came for brunch to celebrate our anniversary, and it was very disappointing compared to our previous visits. The pancakes were tough and inedible--we had to request a waffle instead. While the crab dip was enjoyable, the rest of the meal fell short. Our server (Erika) made us feel rushed, which took away from what was supposed to be a special occasion. The portion sizes were also surprising--my husband's platter included a single sausage cut in half, and mine came with half a slice of bacon. Overall, the experience did not meet expectations. If maintaining quality requires higher prices, I would much rather pay more for a better experience than receive subpar food and portions. Sadly, this visit was a letdown, and we won't be returning. I hope improvements are made moving forward.

Food was great, service was ok. I was here in the middle of the week after the busy lunchtime. It's…read moresmaller then the VB Blvd location but same vibe. I love the hanging pans and decorations. There is not much of a waiting area so if there is a wait you will probably be standing outside. It can get loud. My 93 year mother was struggling. Service was good in the beginning. Waters came fast. Order taken. I got the 1/2 roast beef sandwich and a cobb salad. My mom got the roast beef sandwich. That sandwich....that parmesan crusted bread. OMG! Next level. The cobb salad was huge. Giant portions. The ranch was definitely homemade and fresh. Couple of things regarding service. The sandwich comes with either mixed greens or soup. I wish the waiter had asked which one my mom wanted. I feel that should be standard when you get a choice. Service was good until he checked on us. And then after that we never saw him again. My water was empty and the dirty plates remained on the table until after we left. We waited for boxes so long that I finished my meal. It's in front of me, I am going to eat it. He was very nice, we just didn't see much of him after the 1st check in. I feel like they are known mostly for breakfast but don't forget about them for lunch. The sandwiches and saladsare awesome and very fresh. The Pesto Chicken Power Bowl sounds delicious. Definitely a good choice for lunch or breakfast and you can feel less guilty about what you are eating.

Service is my favorite at this location. I love that the staff can tell you about the seasonal…read moreitems. I got the pineapple drink that is seasonal. It comes with a sugar mint rim. Spectacular.!!!!!! my husband got the meditation drink. It comes with turmeric. And it looks like a sunset. We stuck with the seasonal menu this time. My husband got the B. E. C. And it was wonderful sourdough bread that was toasted in butter with the most delicious bacon, eggs, aïoli some spring greens, fresh peppers, and a side of hashbrowns.. I got the chimichurri steak and eggs. It was a large portion. The flavor was fantastic. Everything was fresh, including the sweet bell peppers the feta cheese topped i off the flavor quite well. The steak was tender and wonderful and the eggs were perfection.

We stopped by The Egg Bistro for our last breakfast during our Va. Beach visit, and it was a great…read moresend off. First, the service was top-notch. Although we sat outside (because we were dining with a dog), we never had to wait too long for the waitress to check on us. Every 5-10 minutes, she dropped by to make sure things were going well and to refill our coffee. Since The Egg Bistro has a HUGE breakfast menu, I'm sure everyone should be able to find something that they will/might enjoy. For my dining pleasure, I tried something new and went with the Bennie & the Grits. This dish piqued my interest because I never heard of grits cakes in the four decades of living on this planet. For about 20 bucks, the dish included three fried grit cakes with ground sausage, grilled shrimp, more sausage, two poached eggs and a side. Although the serving size was HUGE, I was not a bit fan of the dish. Note, I didn't think the dish was prepared badly, I just didn't get the concept of the fried grits (this from a grits lover); however, everything else with the dish was pretty good. If you are a Bloody Mary lover, you might some interesting varieties of Bloody Marys here. Additionally, I really appreciated that The Egg Bistro ranks the Bloody Marys based on spice level. Overall, I definitely would not mind visiting this location during a future trip to Va Beach. The only (very) minor issue that I had was that the outdoor seating is right next to the parking lot so you might experience some exhaust fumes/smoke while eating if you chose to dine outside. Again, this would not have been a (very) minor issue if we were not dining with a dog.

We were promptly seated shortly before the opening hours much to our delight. Parking is plentiful…read moreoutside and free. The service here was attentive, prompt, and efficient. The food arrived pretty quickly. I ordered the veggie lovers omelette without the mushrooms and w/ biscuits and potatoes. Everything tasted fresh and not too greasy. I thought the addition of avocados without the upcharge was nice. Too bad they didn't have marmalade for jelly choices but if that's the only complaint I have, I'd say it's pretty good. I wouldn't mind returning again in the future thanks to the nice service and decent food with good portions and pricing.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Latte, a big farm truck, country-style biscuits, and a perfect slow morning…read more The pancakes were so fluffy, the apple maple bacon was delicious, and the potato wedges were really good. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch Latte was just perfect--sweet, creamy, and full of flavor. And the biscuit? Definitely country-style comfort food. A great taste, a relaxed morning, fast service and even valet parking. What more could you ask for?

The food, service and ambiance were all great! There was a long wait though that I wasn't…read moreexpecting. But it was worth it once we tasted the food. The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly at mid-rare. I loved the idea of the pancake taco or "paco." The grits were seriously on point (and I typically only say that at restaurants in South Carolina or when we make them at home.) Just a side note: It's a bit off putting when there are several signs telling people that they must claim their table within 5 minutes or lose it; and that you only have 90 minutes at your table. It feels aggressively inhospitable, especially in writing on a chalkboard, at a restaurant where hospitality and service are a part of the experience. It seems unnecessary to me but I imagine that's how they try to ensure they can keep tables moving/turning over. ‍

This is the second Bay Local location i've been to. Compared to the one of Shore Drive, it's…read morebigger, has more of an upbeat atmosphere, but still friendly and welcoming service. Our server helped us with food and drink suggestions, and overall had a pleasant time with good food.

This Bay Local Eatery is located along General Booth Blvd. in the Dam Neck Crossing Shopping…read moreCenter. They are located where a Pizza Hut used to be located. My visit here was on July 4, 2026. The outside of the place isn't hard to find or see. When you look at it from the outside, it looks more like a tropical type of theme. Parking did seem pretty limited as they were busy when my mom and I got here. Based on that, parking can be severely limited during peak times. Once we came inside, it definitely looked like a tropical theme, which was easy to see throughout the place. Another big thing I noticed as soon as we came in (and remained the case the entire time) that it was excessively loud. It was hard to hear each other, and even our server. I never got over to the outdoor seating area as it was pretty busy. We were greeted by a hostess at the counter and we were immediately seated. With it being busy as it was, our server came over to the table and said she would be back shortly, though it was a bit longer than expected. Someone else came by to ask if we wanted water while waiting for her to come back and we both did that. Once she was able to come to the table, we weren't quite ready to order yet, but I did get the Bay Bloody Mary. The Bay Bloody Mary was good and did have a kick to it, as expected, though more than I thought. It was still good though. After a few more minutes, we were ready to order. I decided to go for The Lesner With a Waffle as the main course item, scrambled eggs, and bacon with Cheese Grits and a Fried Biscuit as the side items. My mom ordered the Jamaican Dark Rum French Toast entree with bacon and a fruit skewer. Given how busy it was, I was surprised that food came out about ten minutes later after ordering. The food looked really good and hot when it came out. I don't normally do a waffle, but that waffle was really good. I only put butter on it as I didn't want to add even more sugar to the meal already. The bacon was nice and crispy as requested. I wasn't sure how the Cheese Grits would be, but they were surprisingly good. The last item I had was the Fried Biscuit. Wow that one was a highlight for sure, though I won't do that one too often. My mom said the entree she had was good too and there were no issues. Overall, this was a good visit. I would give it 3.5 stars but rounding to 4 in this case due to the great food. The biggest negatives were the noise levels, as it was hard to talk to anyone there, and they automatically add an 18% tip for all transactions, regardless of party size. Given the circumstances, the service was good too. I will come back in the future, but maybe not on a weekend or around a holiday where it gets busier than normal. This place is worth checking out if you are in the area and looking for something to choose from to eat at.