Five stars for the scallops! One of my favorite meals during our summer in Norfolk…read more We didn't dine in at restaurants much because it's tricky with a toddler, but we got plenty of delivery and takeout. I enjoyed the seafood pasta and my husband enjoyed the seared scallops so much I ordered them again several weeks later. We'd probably be regulars if we stayed in the area.

Last weekend, we went to Swell at OV for dinner. I've driven by it several times and I have…read moreapparently been missing out on some great food. The interior had a clean modern look. We were greeted and seated quickly after arriving. I selected the St. Jacques Scallops for my meal! It was wonderful! The scallops tasted fresh and the sauce that went with it tasted amazing. For dessert, I had the strawberry cheesecake! It was rich and delicious! I would recommend trying Swell! The food, service, and overall experience is worth it!

On a hot summer day, stopping here for a yummy lobster roll on a warm brioche bun might be your…read morebest decision! The service is always great, and the atmosphere is even better. I love stopping by to treat myself here.

The customer service here is great. The food is amazing. I got shrimp and great. The restaurant…read morelooks amazing as well. I have certain health needs and felt the waitress accommodated that well for me. I would highly recommend this place.

I stopped by Chef's Kitchen & Cocktails on a Saturday around 6:30 p.m. and was surprised it wasn't…read morevery busy. I was dining solo and was seated immediately. First things first: the entire front-of-house staff was stunning. Everyone looked polished, well put together, and genuinely welcoming. For drinks, I ordered the Berry Bliss Mojito and the Blackberry Mule. The mojito was excellent, refreshing, balanced, and easily my favorite of the two. The Blackberry Mule leaned a little too sweet for my taste. One thing I really appreciated, though, is that they appear to take their cocktail program seriously. Their margarita is made the way I like to see it: tequila, Cointreau, and fresh lime, with any additional flavors complementing the drink instead of masking it with a bunch of cheap mixers. For food, I had the Chef's Bisque and the Oxtail Lasagna. Everything was outstanding. The lasagna isn't what you might expect. It isn't layered in the traditional way. Instead, it's made into pinwheel-style rolls, which was a nice presentation. The sauce absolutely stole the show. It was rich, flavorful, and tasted like someone in the kitchen genuinely cares about what they're serving. Joy was my server, and she truly lived up to her name. She was attentive, friendly, polite, and had a genuine smile the entire time. Empty dishes disappeared quickly without interrupting the meal, and the service felt effortless. A couple of things to know before you go: there's an automatic 20% gratuity added to every check, not just large parties. There's also a dress code, so I'd skip the sweatpants and distressed jeans. Lastly, this is an adults-only establishment, which I thought was a nice touch for anyone looking for a quieter dining experience. Overall, this was a fantastic experience. Between the thoughtful cocktails, excellent food, and warm service, I'd happily return.

I can't express how disappointed my last visit was. My wife and I brought two friends because we…read morewere anxious to show off this restaurant. I got adventurous and ordered the oxtail lasagna. This dish was a complete failure, while also being one of the most expensive dishes on the menu. The disappointment I expressed to the waiter was met with silent disregard. No offer of replacement or compensation. No offer of apology. Just a bill. Later I messaged the owners through the web site. No response. Failures happen and can be tolerated. The lack of responsiveness to the failure is unacceptable. What a disappointment.

First of all can I just say WOW!…read more We were excited at the first because we thought the Neat Bird from Chesapeake had a new location in Norfolk Colley Avenue but there chicken sandwich was even delicious here too with a different owner! We met the owner, he is a cool band guy with a mustache name Dand. The drinks he made for us were so good and so was the way he talked with his staff and the way they worked together. My parner and I had seen that they pride themselfes on Scottish eggs, which we were lucky to try and it was also very delicious! We like that they have the vibe and also a board with many events of the community on the wall to check out while you sip on a delicious expresso martini. Good job to the Bird! now dont go opening another restaurant in Chesapeake or we will all be very confused!

We had a very nice lunch at The Bird…read more We walked in and were greeted by the bartender who explained how everything worked. It was our first visit (there will be another!) so we appreciated that. The eggs were done perfectly which can be challenging. Not here they were perfectly cooked. I want to make another trip and try dinner! Good job!

Sip, swing, and watch the trains roll by…read more We ended up sitting next to someone whose dad is a conductor, and he walked us through how they "park" the railcars before they're unloaded or transferred. It was really cool watching the process in real time. The Railyard at Lamberts Point has plenty of space to spread out, making it a great spot to bring the family and enjoy a beautiful day. Just around the corner from Fr8 House, you'll find a brewery, golf simulator, and other local shops to explore. Take some time to wander this unique industrial district on your next day off!

've been wanting to try FR8 House for months, and I'm SO glad I finally made it in! This place is…read moreseriously gorgeous. It's incredibly spacious with high ceilings, tons of natural light, and lots of beautiful details everywhere you look. The front patio is perfect for people watching or just enjoying some fresh air, with lots of space between tables (no awkward eavesdropping here). Inside, the vibe is super chill. There were quite a few people working on laptops, but it didn't feel stuffy or too quiet ... just a comfortable, low-key buzz that makes you want to stay a while. I started off with an iced americano topped with strawberry cold foam. The foam itself was a little thicker than I expected (it was more "whipped cream" than "cold foam"), but honestly, it was delicious. I'd totally order it again. The flavor combination is chef's kiss. A little sweet, a little tangy, and it adds something fun to a classic drink. For food, I went all in on the Box Car Sandwich. If you love grilled cheese, you HAVE to try this. Oozy pepperjack and cheddar, crispy bacon, tomato, avocado, all sandwiched between slices of perfect sourdough. And the special sauce on the side? I could have eaten it with a spoon. I have no idea what's in it, but I want a bottle to take home. I can't wait to come back here and give their espresso martini a try, and their pepperoni swirl pastry looked 10/10.

For someone like me that is allergic to soy, a lot of restaurants use soybean oil for frying, I…read morecould actually eat fried food here. I had the fresh flounder sandwich (outstanding) the fries were great too! We will be back !

I've wanted to try Stony's for quite a while so my friend and I decided to stop in for lunch around…read more1pm on a Saturday. It was challenging to find parking but thankfully, we were able to find a spot right in the front. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were seated right away. With it being lunch time, we assumed we would be able to grab some lunch but to our surprise, they were serving brunch and we were only able to order off the brunch menu. We were slightly confused and definitely didn't have taste for breakfast items so we had to choose from a small selection of non-breakfast items. We started with Palomas. The drink menu only included the drink prices for Happy Hour, and it definitely wasn't Happy Hour, so we weren't sure how much the drinks were. The server mentioned one price, then came back and told us another price but either way, all that would've been eliminated if the prices were on the menu. After looking over the brunch menu, my friend didn't see anything appetizing so she asked if they could make a BLT Sandwich, which wasn't on the menu, and they agreed. I decided on the Crab Cake Sandwich. The food was served in decent time. My friend had an end piece of tomato on her sandwich, which was disappointing. Our server took her sweet time checking on us so and we literally had to flag down another server just to get ketchup. My sandwich didn't even come with remoulade sauce that was supposed to be added. I did enjoy my sandwich though, it was very tasty. I also ordered the Bourbon Glaze Wings 'to-go' and they were delicious. From not being able to order from a lunch menu, to our server not being attentive at all, our experience wasn't that great. We also had to battle flies the entire time we were there, and we were sitting inside so that was a bit frustrating. The restaurant is located right by the Marina and it has great views but the service left a lot to be desired. I may return for dinner in hopes of a better experience but it probably won't be any time soon.

Everything was on point. There was plenty of street parking and at least 1 nearby parking lot. Had…read morea meal right before going over to the Jazz Festival so they made sure to get us in and out. Our server, I think his name was Christopher, was phenomenal. The food was excellent. My boyfriend is very particular and he was perfectly satisfied with his dish. He ordered the rockfish and I had the lamb burger and shoestring fries.10/10. Scrumptious with the WOW factor. Great for special occasions.

A friend of mine scheduled a get-together at this restaurant located in the Phoebus area of Hampton…read morelast Friday. It's high-end, which I barely touch due to pricing, but it does not hurt to try something new. Let's see how the evening went. After our entire party arrived, we were all promptly seated. Inside, the decor is perfect. From the bar to the dining area, everything was spotless. You can tell the staff really cares about keeping the place tidy. And they had New Orleans-style music playing through the sound system. Very relaxing. After looking through the menu, I was ready to place my order. I chose their fish special, which was salmon with veggies and a sauce (forgot the name). This dish was very good. It was probably the best cooked salmon I've ever had. When you see seafood with the perfect crust and a lot of flavor, you're in heaven. It did have a small bone and I felt it lacked the amount of squash and zucchini, but again, a wonderful meal. There was one situation which resulted in only a 4-star review. Out of curiousity, I saw on Facebook that they offered $5 discounts. I did let my party know and we were all ready to use them when the bill was ready. But the staff told us the discount was to be used on a table rather than an individual ticket. When we looked both on Facebook and our personal emails, none of that verbage was mentioned. Not trying to sound harsh, but please be sure to state every detail foe customers. We do want to find ways to save some cash out of our wallets. Except for the discount mishap, the visit turned out well. I can say I'll be back to give them anothee go-around. Till next time :)

Sleepy Karla's Beach House does not disappoint. It's a bar…read more It's a breakfast place. It's a lunch place. And doing it all at the same time. 2 times in 3 days. Greeted by enthusiasm and busy dining. I could go on about the menu but the absolute bomb is the simple corned beef hash. I will try lunch the lunch menu but I'm stuck on the hash.

Everything about this place was exactly what I was looking for. Delicious classic American "diner"…read morestyle offerings. No frills service just good old hospitality. Definitely hope I have the chance to visit again soon