VERY busy on a Saturday night but well worth the wait. Don't let the crowd fool you - the lot was…read morepacked to the brim with folks even parked in the grass, and the waiting area was so full people had to stand outside, but it didn't take more than 20-30 min before we were being shown to a seat. Again - Well worth the wait. I have to emphasize that because at first glance, there doesn't look like much. There's one buffet stand with a small salad stand at the end, a carving station, and one dessert stand tucked in the corner. I consider myself quite the connoisseur of down home Virginia cooking, and it can be hard to find a place that gets it right, but Nanny's knocks it out of the park. The parking lot isn't jumping for nothing! A lot of the reviews mention the items available in detail, and the menu rotates a little, so I'm going to stick to the highlights. Navy bean soup - outstanding and very soppable. String beans - perfectly cooked. Mashed potatoes topped with some hamburger steak and gravy - homemade and melt in your mouth. Crispy crunchy moist fried chicken. Seasoned and tender greens. All the BBQ offerings - traditional and flavorful without doing too much. The desserts? Fresh out of your gramma's kitchen. I did almost take off a star because the banana pudding didn't have any whip or meringue on top, but everything was so outstanding I'll let it slide :) The price is, I think, more than fair for the quality of the food. They also never let anything run out for too long and fresh supply was in and out of the kitchen regularly. Top that off with friendly faces, quick service, and an atmosphere that's more like being at a family reunion than a restaurant, and you've got one heck of a spot for good eating!

Stopped by for the lunch buffet on a weekday. Buffet ran about $15 and we found it to be worth…read moreevery penny. First trip to the buffet, I tried the fried chicken (skin was a little too salty for me, but the meat itself was juicy and delicious), the hushpuppies (so crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside: delicious!), mashed potatoes with hamburger steak and gravy (soooooooooo good!!!), cabbage (good), Mac n cheese (soooooo cheesy and delicious. I could feel my arteries clogging, but that's how you know it is good), chopped bbq (tasty, but I would have loved a different bbq sauce, theirs is a little too vinegar heavy for my personal preference), and a sausage (soooooo good! I could have eaten about 50 of them!). Also had some potato salad and Cole slaw on the side that were both straight out of my childhood in Georgia. My second trip to the buffet, I had to get more mashed potatoes and hamburger with gravy, Mac n cheese, and hush puppies because they were awesome. Added some chicken and dumplings (yum!), corn (sooooooo great mixed with the mashed potatoes), as well as the peach cobbler (I wish the peaches were chopped smaller so they weren't so hard to swallow), apple cobbler (pretty good), and banana pudding (amazing!!!) I wish I had room for a cup of their ice cream, it was all those little cups but they had a bunch of flavors like vanilla, strawberry, chocolate and COFFEE! I'll save some space next time. Everyone we interacted with was super nice and the decor looks like every barbecue restaurant I've ever been in with pig decor everywhere. I really like that They used more spices than just salt. This is one of the very few buffets I've ever been to that. It was not just overwhelmingly salty I also really liked their waiting room for when the restaurant gets too crowded and you have to get put on a list. There was so much seating that I would not have been annoyed standing around waiting for my table.We did not have to this time, because we were seated immediately, but it's good to know that you have options if you're ever here during a really crowded time of day. I will say that the temperature was a little too warm for my likings, so even though a lot of the clientele of a certain age shall we say were very comfortable, we ended up sweating and feeling a bit nauseated by the time it was time to go because it was just so hot. Definitely going sleeveless clothes next time I come here. I cannot wait to come back and demolish their buffet again. It was all so good.

My husband and I came here while traveling because he wanted a little mom-and-pop place. Perfect…read morechoice! It is a little quaint diner in the middle of downtown Petersburg, Virginia. I looked up the history on Google because I was curious about how old this diner was. This little diner has been open since 1920 and in its current location since 1939. We both ordered the country-style steak. It was excellent. Service was also very good; the waitress was very attentive to us. If we ever ever driving up this way again, I would definitely visit this place again in the future!

Dixie has been around for a long time, it's a pretty small space but has extra seating on the patio…read moreoutside. If you during peak hours you'll have to wait for a table but it's pretty quick. The food is good. The grits and greens are made with water so it's a little more runny than I like (I like my grits made with milk). The potatoes pancakes are always good, definitely a staple. I also ordered the biscuit and gravy, I will say this was not a favorite of mine. The gravy wasn't a smooth consistency and again made with water vs milk. The eggs and bacon, are just that. I ordered my eggs over medium they came out more so over well. Overall I like the Dixie, I go back every now and then. The inside feels and looks like your typical diner. It has pictures all over the walls of its past so that's pretty cool.

I'm trying out this soul food restaurant for the first time today…read more I've ordered the fried shrimp basket with cabbage and potato salad. They have unsweetened tea and they have Splenda. I've also ordered the beef liver and onions with cabbage and macaroni and cheese to go for supper. The shrimp, cabbage and potato salad were very delicious! The liver was a little tough and not as enjoyable. The macaroni and cheese is delicious. The hospitality was good.

Friendly service, great atmosphere with lots of history posted all over. Food was the bast we've…read morehad in a while.

I recently moved to Petersburg Virginia and came across The RinkyDink Cafe.They have excellent food…read moreand excellent service.Nice Jazz atmosphere.

Another trip to Petersburgh Va. another trip to Rinkeydink café. Met the owner again today he…read morestates he may open back up for six days instead of the five due to the pandemic he still trying to get back on his feet. However, the food is always fresh. excellent very tasty. Just wanted to post a picture of my dinner tonight and remind you when you were in this area to do stop by the Rinkeydink café you won't go wrong.

I hadn't been to Croaker's Spot in years since the Norfolk location closed, so I was really happy…read moreto find out there was one in Petersburg. We went on a Friday night and I was surprised we were able to get right in with no wait. The service was friendly and the food was SO good--honestly even better than I remembered. There really wasn't much on our plates that we didn't enjoy other than the peppers and onions being a little too sweet for me liking. Other than that, everything was delicious. Definitely worth a visit and I'll be going back!

Visited Croaker's Spot in Petersburg, VA this evening with my battles. Despite the long wait to be…read moreseated, my overall review is pretty good Our server Mark was amazing from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of. Low key damage control. I had the Famous Fish & Shrimp with a Caesar salad, yams, cornbread, and sweet tea. ‍ My mouth was watering! Everything was seasoned well, fresh, and definitely worth the wait. And of course, I had to drizzle a little syrup on that cornbread ... don't judge me! Yes, I would definitely return! Croaker's Spot did not disappoint. Overall: 9/10 #RossyionsVirginiaFoodTour #CroakersSpot #VirginiaEats #Foodie #GoodEats #OutsideTheUniform #LovingInVirginia #GoodFoodGoodVibes

Can't wait to come back to VA and chow down! I will be sure to get the Catfish, again.read more

Ordered them off Doordash and they were amazing as always! Catfish was crunchy and delicious…read more Collard greens were perfect and the tea was fantastic. Never fails on how delicious this place is!

The service, food and atmosphere was A1‼‼‼‼. I come here at least twice a week Love itread more

This is the ultimate "I'm officially a regular" review. It perfectly captures that feeling of being…read moreso distracted by how good the food looks that you literally forget your own phone number for the rewards points! Here is the combined, high-energy review that shows your deep love for the spot: **Rating: (5/5)** ### The Milk & Honey Phenomenon: My Official Hampton Favorite I came in with the mission to try everything on the menu, but I'm going to be honest--I'm already hopelessly stuck on my favorites! This place has officially become my #1 spot in Hampton. It doesn't matter what day of the week it is, the consistency, the 10-star decor, and the "royal" atmosphere always deliver. ** The Vibe & The Art** The atmosphere is like a high-end nightclub lounge meets a classy art gallery. Surrounded by phenomenal **Artbae** portraits of legends like **Prince, Duke Ellington, and Sammy Davis Jr.**, you just find your "lucky table" and soak it all in. It's the best seat in the city, period. ** Top-Shelf Service & The "Rewards Fumble"** The service is unmatched. **Taj** behind the bar is a master of the craft, staying in perfect stride with a buzzing Friday crowd while keeping things personable. **Pro Tip:** Don't be like me--**get your rewards points!** I have missed my "coins" the last couple of times I came because the second that food hits the table, it is so succulent and ready to be devoured that points are the *last* thing on my mind. Put your phone number in the system before you pull that door to leave! ** The Sweet Potato Revelation: Butter Glazed Biscuits** The **Butter Glazed Biscuits** are a life-altering event. Cinnamon-infused biscuits with a **sweet potato crumble and sweet potato butter**, plus that phenomenal cinnamon jam... it's a decadent masterpiece. It feels like a high-end cake met a breakfast pancake. ** The Battle of the Cajun Pasta** The **Cajun Pasta with Shrimp and Crab** is a heavyweight battle. * **The Succulent Giants:** Huge, juicy shrimp and a portion of crab meat so generous it's a struggle to finish. * **The Heat:** That perfect, "oily" spicy kick that keeps you twirling your fork even when your mouth is on fire. ** The Verdict: Phenomenal Value** You get 10-star quality and legendary vibes at a **phenomenal and reasonable price**. Whether you're finishing your plate or taking home a trophy bag of **Honey Bay Wings**, you're leaving happy. **Milk & Honey is the crown jewel of Hampton. Worth the trip, worth the wait, and absolutely worth the burn. 10/10.** *Love the art? You can purchase these "Artbae" prints to bring the vibe home:* **https://artbaeonline.com/restaurantartshop?category=Milk+%26+Honey+%28Hampton%29**

Let me tell you this is the pinnacle dining experience in Petersburg, dare I say, the whole…read moretricities area. Prices: FAIR Food: delicious and seasoned perfectly Menu: tastefully eclectic, yet classic Vibe: immaculate, music is on point, decor makes you feel like a regular at a pub in an indie film. Service: this is my third visit and the waitresses have all been attentive, sociable, and just flat out kind. Recommendations: Caesar Salad w/Steak Add On: this is a house made dressing and the steaks is beautiful juicy and salted perfect Petersburger : the sweet onion jam with the bacon does something to your soul. Not to mention the fries are natural cut, but not floppy at all, they are bombbb. My wife and I have determined this is a dartboard restaurant (you could throw darts blindly at the menu, order whatever you hit, and go home happy) Critique: The two times my wife ordered steak here it was slightly under cooked, however, they gladly and speedily fixed the issue.

Good service good food and fun environment! Good prices for food and drinks! A you must hangout!read more

Conveniently located in Ettrick and a block from VSU campus sits a delicious jewel. I order the…read morechicken salad sandwich with pasta salad. I was tempted by the selection of various cakes and choice a delectable favorite of mine, vanilla with chocolate icing. I was impressed with the taste and thickness of the chicken salad sandwich. The pasta salad was freshly made and appropriately sized. This was an excellent choice and selection. There is plenty of parking and handicap assessable. This establishment is also child friendly and take out ready.

Okay, I stopped by tonight and really liked it. It honestly felt like grandma's cooking…read more The potato salad was creamy and not overly chunky. I'd give it an 8 out of 10. I also got wings, and from what I understand they come plain without sauce. The wings were good though, fried perfectly. Definitely a 10 out of 10. **Did get hot sauce & ranch on the side. I also ordered a pork chop sandwich, which was a little disappointing. I'd rate it a 6 out of 10. The pork chop itself was fine, but when I was asked if I wanted lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise and said yes, I expected more than what was on it. When I opened the container, it barely looked like anything had been added and I had to lift the pork chop to even see it.

I stopped here just for a fish sandwich. It was so delicious. They served me within 10…read moreminutes so I could continue on to work. Those who care what the bathrooms were like. They were immaculate and well stocked.

Visiting VA from Los Angeles. I came here with a friend during the Memorial Day weekend…read more Admittedly, I had no expectations as we walked into the dated restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised! We got a shareable wing combo with lemon pepper, honey garlic, garlic parmesan and some other garlic seasoning (can you tell we love garlic? ), with seasoned fries and Mac and cheese. Honey, when I tell you it was so good that we made a repeat visit two days later! Don't let the ambiance fool you! Customer service was great (both times!). And the DJ had the place grooving and swaying to great music. Would definitely recommend!