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    Ibis Cuisine

    4.2 (71 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean, Southern
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    sweet potato cornbread
    Sarita R.

    i've been wanting to check this spot out for a while now, being that it's literally right across from where i stay, and i must say ... it was such a pleasant treat. me and a few friends had reservations for saturday night. walked in, and literally maybe had to wait about 5 minutes before being seated. which is great bc they don't really have much of a waiting area. once seated, our server came over and took our drink and appetizer orders. i ordered a tequila drink (can't remember the name, but i think it was the only drink that contained tequila), and i will say... it was strong and im not complaining. we each ordered apps, and decided to share amongst the table. we ordered the collard dip, calamari, brussel sprouts, and oxtail empanadas. every single appetizer was a hit. for dinner, i ordered the cajun shrimp and chicken pasta, and i had no complaints there. and the for dessert, i went with the sweet potato cornbread. OMG. so good! my only complaint about this spot (which bought this down to a 4), is that our food all came out separately. when dining with a group, i feel it's important for the food to come out all together so you can all enjoy your meals at the same time. kind of the point. this is a place that i'd definitely revisit.

    Salmon bites
    Kayla M.

    I LOVEEEE the food here! The salmon bites are to die for and I highly recommend their Cajun pasta. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is amazing[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and we had great customer service as well from the staff.

    Calamari with Jerk Sauce
    Kendra B.

    My boyfriend and I stopped into this restaurant for an impromptu date night while visiting Virginia Beach--and as someone of Trinidadian descent, I was pleasantly surprised (and relieved!) to find Caribbean food in the area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment we walked in, the Scarlet Ibis and the soca playing set the tone.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were offered high-top seating or the bar, and we chose the bar since we already knew drinks were happening. The bartender was helpful with recommendations, but we went with the Hibiscus Fizz for him and the Passion Rum for me. Both drinks were strong, flavorful, and perfectly balanced--if you like a cocktail that actually does what it's supposed to do, these are it. We couldn't decide between their two top-selling appetizers, so we ordered both--and thank God we did. Oxtail Empanadas: The crust was flaky and delicious, generously filled with oxtail and paired with a jerk sauce that was packed with flavor. Calamari: Light, crispy, and well-seasoned--not overly battered. Add a squeeze of lemon and dip it in that jerk sauce and it goes to another level. There has to be a little tamarind or sweetness in that sauce, because my Trini taste buds felt right at home. To go, we ordered the Lamb Rasta Pasta... and let's just say it did not make it out of the parking lot. If you're visiting the area and want authentic, flavorful Caribbean cuisine, check out Iris Cuisine. This spot will absolutely fulfill your Caribbean food cravings. I would definitely return.

    Lamb chops
    Shilisa D.

    Ibis is located off Diamond Springs Road in a shopping center, in the place of the old Surfrider. We went on a Saturday night and they had a moderate crowd. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant seating could be better, no booths or small table seating for privacy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was moderate. The staff was hospitable. The red snapper was delicious. The lamb chops were good but the temperature was not hot. I wasn't asked how I wanted them cooked. The pasta was good but spicy.

    Violet skie margarita
    Kelly-Mae S.

    I had a wonderful time at Ibis. Upon entry we were greeted with a smile and got seated immediately even through we didn't have reservations. We got there around 5:30pm and it wasn't very busy. However, after 30 mins it picked up and there were roughly only 5 tables left available so I highly recommend making reservations from Friday-Sunday. We ordered the oxtail empanadas (8/10), old bay wings (9/10), calamari (7/10), salmon bites (8/10) and with sauce (9/10) rib eye pasta (8/10). I can't remember all the names of the drinks but every single drink was amazing a 10 out of 10! The music and vibe were also amazing. They played a bunch of violin covers of classic rnb hits and some Caribbean songs as well.

    Polina P.

    The food was great, so were the drinks. The service was excellent until 35 min after our reservation started when the dining attendant started booting us off. This continued for 55 min even though we ordered plenty of food and drinks. At 7pm another staff member came to tell us they had a 90 minute limit per table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were at least three empty tables right in front of us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Unfortunately, this experience made me never want to go back.

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    Queen B.

    It is a truly a rare moment for this Queen to give 5 stars Birthday Dinner reservations were made in advance and I just happened to be a guest on a Saturday Evening. Upon entering the restaurant I was greeted with a line.. There were guests waiting both standing and strayed for to be tended to. I made my way to the Host and advised that I was there for a Birthday Dinner Reservation. The Host advised that Party hadn't arrived yet and the table was being cleared off. I made my way to the bar to have a glass of champagne while I waited for the rest of the guests to arrive. The bar was jam packed on a Saturday evening but I managed to find a stool. I was greeted immediately by the bartender. She was very attentive and took my order right away. I ordered a glass of champagne and the Brussels as an appetizer being that I previously saw that they have gotten incredible reviews. The Brussels were just good/ok. I absolutely LOVE Brussels but these didn't have a particular WOW Factor to me. The flute of champagne was lovely but a single glass was $18.95. I am not sure what was the brand of Prosecco but just a little heads up for the Girlies that love Bubbly as much as I do. Perhaps it may be more cost effective to purchase a bottle if you plan on indulging in a few flutes. Ok.. here was the first hiccup! The entire Birthday Party was at the restaurant on time yet we still had to wait well over 35 minutes ti be seated... we were told that the table was being prepared. Mind you we ended up being seated at a table that was cleaned off from the moment I stepped in there which was now over 45 min pushing to an hour. Second Hiccup! [[HIGHLIGHT]]In our Pre Reserved Birthday party we had one child.. after waiting for an extended period of time the Birthday Girl was advised that children are not allowed in the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] After some continued conversation, we were all eventually seated. ( our minor is very well mannered and used to being in upscale dining settings to say the least) lol Now is when the magic begin!!! We were finally seated and our waiters name was Larry.... He was Very Attentive, Knowledgable and accommodating. He quickly took out drink orders, and the appetizers. In a blink of an eye we had all of our appetizers. I was a bit taken aback by how fast the food was coming out of this kitchen! Impressed even.. I ordered the Highly Recommended Oxtail Empanadas and a Passion Fruit Rum Punch 3 Gorgeously Golden Oxtail Empanadas come per serving. They have a super Flaky Crust, Flavorful Oxtail Filling and yummy dipping sauce. I will definitely be reordering these! My Passion Fruit Rum Punch was Amazing! Our waiter Larry brought out this beautiful cocktail and literally sets it on fire right Infront of you.. not only was it delight to see but delicious to sip on and great photo opp! ( Be mindful that there is a 2 Passion Fruit Punch Max per Guest... they say that these can sneak up on you ) Now the party is officially started and everyone places their order in for their Entree. A few people ordered the chicken and seafood Pasta, crab cake dinner with custom sides, a salmon dish, I believe a lamb and I ordered the Whole Fried Snapper with spicy seafood rice and curry sauce. All this food came out Hot and in Record time. Once again I was blow away how fast th food was coming out the kitchen and how on point service was as all the waiters came at once to drop off our meals. My dish was a sight to see. As it should be at around $75 for this dish. Presentation was beautiful. I do feel like my fish was a bit under seasoned and over cooked. The meat on the fish was a bit dry for my liking which made me think that perhaps the fish was fried too long. For what the fish cost I wish it would have been a bit more moist/ juicer. On the other hand the Golden Curry Sauce that was served on the side of this Beautiful Fried Snapper was absolutely DIVINE. I was a bit disappointed that a server didn't come to pour the sauce over my fish. I think that would've added to the wow factor of this dish and the lack of moisture of the Snapper. I love attention to detail and tiny gesture can elevated ones dining experience and make it even more memorable. I do wish there was more sauce for the fish. It was placed on the side in a small condiment cup. Not enough sauce to fish ratio but I didn't bother to ask for more because I was having such a good time . lol The service was spectacular! I loved how quickly the tables were cleaned and how the staff seamlessly worked together to make your experience feel like a more upscale dining experience [[HIGHLIGHT]]Another hi light of this restaurant is that the person celebrating is brought out feathered wings to wear! These wings are traditionally worn as an accessory to Caribbean Carnival Costumes! The staff came out to sing Happy Birthday as my friend wore her wings and danced around the restaurant![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Let's just say a time was had and I HIGHLY reccomend

    Shrimp and Grits
    Maria G.

    Ibis is definitely a vibe! I recommend making reservations as it gets packed fast with other reservations. The service was amazing, they were attentive and I never once had to look for my waiter. The food was very good and well seasoned. Please try the oxtail empanada!!! You'll thank me later. They also have a private room for larger parties. I'll be back soon!

    Cindi W.

    Came here for brunch with friends. We had a reservation and were seated quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor and ambiance was amazing!! Lots of picture worthy spots.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The brunch menu wasn't extensive but had plenty of great options. My friends & I each tried something different. I got the salmon & grits. My friends tried the chicken and waffles, oxtail hash & French toast with eggs and bacon. We shared the mimosa carafe with tropical fruit juice. The glasses were decorated nicely with fruit, the tropical juice didn't have much taste but was still good overall. It was 1 of my friends birthday and we loved hoe they celebrate guest and even give them a card with their dessert thanking them for celebrating with them. Definitely recommend for a nice ladies gathering or date night. Can't wait to go back and try different items!!

    Salmon and grits with sweet potato waffles
    Tiffani C.

    Really enjoyed this place! The Hampton roads is overdue for some good brunch spots as well as just good restaurants in general, this one does it well! I would first suggest making a reservation prior to the day you're planning to go. Secondly I would suggest the peach mimosa really good! I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu, everything I had was seasoned well. Lastly if you're questioning it get the Mac & cheese. Service was good, they really work as a team & always checking in.

    Calamari
    Mycla S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really loved the atmosphere of this restaurant, it has beautiful decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's an upbeat, modern restaurant, not a place to dine if you want a quiet meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We enjoyed the calamari appetizer. I ordered the red snapper, it was a huge piece of fish, you could really taste the mustard base of the fish used prior to frying it. The rice was not so fresh, the seafood was dried out, for the price I would expect for everything to be fresh. My husband ordered the Rasta pasta, there wasn't a Jamaican kick to it. The servers were friendly, I did advise the server of the dried out seafood and he advised they could have made it fresh if I would have let them know--so if something isn't fresh, I would recommend letting them know, if you would like it remade.

    Calamari so good
    Michelle T.

    Ambiance--From the moment that you walk in you're hit with beautiful decor and an open concept restaurant. I love the tree of life in the middle of the restaurant so unique! Service--We went exactly at 5 when they opened because we were going for Happy Hour and didn't have reservations. We were greeted with a smile but had to wait because all of our party wasnt there. However she promised that we had a table for us! Food--We went for happy hour specifically so that we could try some of their food on a budget plus we were on a tight schedule. The food didn't take long and everything was great. I loved the calamari 10. The corn ribs had good flavor but too tedious of a finger food to eat. We also had wings, Crab Cake sliders and short rib sliders. The food was delicious we will be returning for dinner!

    Cindy S.

    An amazing experience. Truly enjoyed my birthday meal here with my bestie. We both said we had to come back to try their bru ch on Sunday. I love great hospitality and food. I had the cajun pasta said which was great and well seasoned, not spicy at all but very flavorful. Highly recommend. Girlfriend demolished her salmon bite sliders...Will have to order those for self next time didn't swipe one to see how they were. The calamari appetizer was rather tasty as well with the in house made marinara sauce. I was dazzle by our pretty blue flaming spirit drink as well...only allowed two due to alcohol content but we had 1 so we were good regardless...no dui's here! I even nibbled on a brussel sprout which isn't my favorite veggies but would eat these again if made here. Overall 5/5 for food, ambiance, customer service and a lovely evening.

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