We decided to enjoy a late lunch--or perhaps an early dinner, depending upon your perspective--at…read moreThe Atlantic on Pacific, located along Pacific Avenue at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. One piece of advice: arrive a little before Happy Hour begins at 3:00 p.m. If you wait until then, you'll likely find yourself several people deep in line. Don't let that discourage you. Embrace it, because once you're seated you'll quickly discover that the wait was well worth it. The food is delicious, the portions are generous, and the prices--especially during Happy Hour--are outstanding. The Atlantic specializes in oysters, and their Happy Hour runs daily from 3:00-6:00 p.m., including weekends. We began with a Chopped Caesar Salad ($9). Every ingredient was crisp, fresh, and flavorful--a simple dish executed exactly as it should be. Next came the oysters: a dozen Rockefeller and a dozen Pacific. The Rockefeller oysters were everything you would expect from this classic preparation--rich, savory, and baked beautifully. The Pacific oysters, however, completely stole the show. Each oyster was topped with a delicious combination of chorizo sausage, pepper jack cheese, and seasonings before being baked to perfection. They were bold, flavorful, and easily my favorite item of the afternoon. I also ordered the Double Stack Cheeseburger ($7), and what a terrific value. The burger arrived piping hot, loaded with melted cheese, and accompanied by a generous serving of crispy fries. It's hard to imagine finding a better burger at that price anywhere along the Oceanfront. My wife ordered the pork, shrimp, and kimchi dumplings served with a chili crunch and ponzu sauce that tied the entire dish together beautifully. She jokingly threatened to drink the remaining sauce after finishing the dumplings (she didn't), but she did convince me to dip one of my fries into it. She was absolutely right--it was fantastic. In fact, I now regret turning down the dumpling she generously offered me. Part of the fun of dining here is watching Shuck-Master Slim work. He's not only remarkably skilled but entertaining as well, adding a little personality to an already enjoyable experience. From the fresh seafood to the outstanding value and friendly atmosphere, this was another memorable visit to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. If you haven't been to The Atlantic on Pacific, I highly recommend adding it to your list. You'll be glad you did, and you can rest assured that you're helping support one of our outstanding local restaurants.

Popped in in a Saturday night and we were lucky enough to get four seats at the bar rather than…read morewaiting 30 minutes for a table. We started with drinks and everyone enjoyed their cocktails and wine selection. Next were the starters of peel and eat shrimp and a selection of oysters. The shrimp were a good size and cooked to perfection. They came with drawn butter, cocktail sauce and extra horseradish on the side. My main was the roasted beet salad which was plentiful and flavorful. The addition of a fried goat cheese ball on the side was delicious. Others enjoyed hush puppies, lobster roll, and sashimi. All were enjoyed with rave reviews. The restaurant is a nice size, not too big and not too small. The noise level was decent as we could still have a conversation even at the bar.

UPDATE: My first review from nearly 10 years ago left this restaurant wanting! But baby, when I…read moretell you time is a healer, I'm talking about Waterman's. We had a party of 10. I was surprised that we were able to get reservations for the same day, but we were. Everything was lovely! Check-in was great, the service was great, the food was served hot and delicious, the billing (5 couples) was handled well, even the time-delayed order for a couple that arrived late was handled well. Waterman's is more than just hype, it's the real deal! 10 out of 10!

the fried seafood platter with a blueberry lemonade. The platter came with fried fish, shrimp,…read morescallops, a crab cake, hush puppies, and fries. Everything arrived hot and crispy, and the portion was huge. The crab cake was the standout for me because it had plenty of actual crab and didn't taste overloaded with filler. The blueberry lemonade was also really good and refreshing. I sat inside with a view of the ocean, and the atmosphere was busy but still relaxed. This was exactly the kind of seafood meal I wanted at the beach, and I would definitely come back.

Solid local food establishment in the Back Bay community with a wholesome vibe. Every time I come…read morehere for delicious food and service, they deliver both consistently. I always say I'm going to branch out and get French toast or Pancakes but I can't never say no to the savory bacon and cheddar grits, or the fluffy scrambled eggs and biscuit that comes with the Little Cedar breakfast platter. It always pairs nicely with the Campfire Smores Latte which I highly recommend. My husband loves the Biscuits and Gravy. Prices are on point for the quality and service. So worth the visit, support the farms you drive by on your way too!

Redhead Bay Cafe ! Mother's Day breakfast :)…read more- Got the chicken and waffles also got the big chicken biscuit which tasted kind of dry and the chicken wasn't juicy enough for me - service was great!

I was surprised I love this place as much as I did…read more They had a pretty good bourbon selection, which is always right up my alley. Their steak is cooked very well, their sliders are actually amazing, and I don't think a soda ever got too low on me. Both waitresses I had were amazing. I say both because I had to go back to make sure it was good as it was the first time. And it was!

Sedona Taphouse is located in the The Traditions at Sherwood Lakes development. It's basically…read morebetween the Red Mill and Pungo areas in Virginia Beach along Princess Anne Rd. My visit here was on May 16, 2026. Entering the area is pretty easy. You can get in at the traffic light at Locksley Arch. When you turn onto that road, Sedona Taphouse and other businesses are to the right and Shorebreak Pizza Pungo is to the left. Since it was a Saturday, parking was pretty tight in that entire area. Also, some parking spots on that side are reserved specifically for visitors to Shorebreak Pizza instead. We were lucky to find a parking spot, but I know it would be hard to find during peak times. The outside of the business isn't hard to miss. The color scheme makes me think of the desert southwest. The place looks pretty big from the outside, and to the left of the building, there is a curbside pickup area too. Once my mom and I came inside, the place was very busy. That wasn't too surprising considering it was around 4:15 pm on a Saturday. We thought there would be a wait for a table, but that was not the case. We were seated at a table near the bar area, but not necessarily in the bar area. There was some outdoor covered seating too, but we definitely wanted to stay inside. The overall feel inside also made me think of the desert southwest too given the color schemes inside. With it being so busy that day, it actually took a while for our server Chloe to come to the table. I get it with how busy it was. Once she was finally able to get to our table, she greeted herself and asked us what we wanted to drink and if we had any questions about the menu options (food and drink menus). We both did get waters for a drink on this visit. For those that drink soda, they carry Coca Cola products. It would take us a little while to decide on what food items we wanted to get as there were quite a few options to choose from. After having time to look over the menu, we were finally ready to order. I decided to go with the South Rim Shrimp Flatbread Pizza and my mom went with the Santa Fe Shrimp Tacos with Fries. It would take about ten minutes or so for the food to come out, which was pretty good given how busy they were. The food came out hot and looked really good too. The South Rim Shrimp Flatbread Pizza was really good. I thought it would be a bit harder since it was a flatbread, but it was nice and soft and easy to eat. The flavors complemented each other well. The Santa Fe Shrimp Tacos looked really good too, and my mom said she really liked them. I don't normally do fries often, but but I did try a few of them and they were good too. Overall, this was a very good first experience here. They do have a rewards program and you can download their app as well. You get a coupon for 15% off your next purchase when signing up too. Sadly, I never got the chance to use it since some medical issues came up and didn't have the chance to use it before it expired. Hopefully I can get another coupon like that to use on a future visit. Once our server was able to get to our table, service was great and had no issues throughout the visit. A manager came by and asked about our experience too. I like it when I see management engaged with their patrons. If you're looking for something a little different with lots of food options to choose from, this place is worth checking out.

I have been delivered to Brazino Heaven!…read more I have been to Costa Brava Spain, Porto and Nazare Portugal (I'm not bragging - it's context), and I just had The Best Branzino I've ever eaten. I had mine pan seared -OMG! Topped with chimichurri and seared vegetable medley w a An African secret sauce in the side - unbelievable. This is what makes Pacifica my fave on the oceanfront (tourists - your welcome). Make the trip to Pacifica Ave and 34 (?), you'll be happy you did. Also try the chocolate blended drink - if you like White Russians and espresso martinis!

Stopped into Pacifica while waiting for a table at another restaurant nearby and ended up really…read moreenjoying it. I ordered the Lucille cocktail and it was delicious. I also tried to order a French 1605, and while they didn't end up having all the ingredients, the bartender was still completely game to make something off-menu and clearly knew their spirits well. Always appreciate a bartender who actually understands balance and flavor instead of just reading recipes off a card. We also ordered the deviled quail eggs, bulgogi lettuce wraps, and potstickers. Everything was good, though our other table ended up being ready way faster than expected, so we had to take most of it to go. One small PSA: the menu calls them "jumbo" quail eggs, but quail eggs are tiny creatures of nature to begin with, so don't walk in expecting chicken egg-sized deviled eggs.

Had a wonderful dinner here. Modern yet casual atmosphere…read more Evan s service was attentive and courteous. Delicious pasta, tasty pizza especially liked the homemade pizza sauce, that shellfish chowder was the best I ever had. Good wine selection. The cocktails they had was on the sweeter side, which is I'm not a big fan of, but I'm sure many others will enjoy. Reasonably priced with good portions size. Street parking available. Definitely recommend!

Looking for an Italian restaurant and came across Sorella's on Virginia Beach. They were very busy…read morewith over an hour wait. Luckily they had a few open seats at the pizza bar and jumped on it. The restaurant was bright, modern and clean. Service was spot on. To start off we order an eggplant dish which was crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. I ordered the chicken Parmigiana super flavorful and delicious. My husband ordered fried flounder with orzo. Fish was flaky and creamy orzo and cooked to perfection. Truly enjoyed our meal.

Stopped in today for $1.00 raw oysters and a nibble. Today…read moreRyan was our server. Service was great and he has a chill vibe. The oysters were delicious as usual. Today I went with 1/2 a dozen as the last time I went with a dozen and then could barely eat my meal Today I tried the Miso Butter Clams. So good. I wanted to sop up every bit of the sauce but my stomach disagreed.

I simply do not know where to begin with the most amazing time I've ever had at any restaurant in…read moremy entire life. I brought a party of 5 to finally partake in the culinary excellence that Eurasia has to offer. As a collective we ordered- STEAK N EGGS w/ no egg : such depth in all aspects of every bite. The polenta and steak were cooked with absolute precision. PEANUT CHICKEN WINGS : probably my absolute favorite of the entire spread. The tartness of the peanut butter was a very pleasant surprise. I would absolutely purchase a jar of the sauce alone. CRAB RANGOON FLATBREAD : an elevated version of a favorite take out additive. Sauce to ingredient ratio was to die for! GREEN GODDESS & MANGO SALAD : this salad was dressed to perfection, allowing all items to shine in its each individual way. CHILI CRUNCH TUNA POKE : I mean you quite literally will explode with satisfaction with every bite. The freshness and variety of flavor / texture is impeccable. FRIED RICE W/EGG ON SIDE : you can absolutely distinguish that whoever is on the line preparing your fried rice is doing so with the experience in mind. The preparation of the shrimp, the array of colored FRESH vegetables, and the rice itself. DIRTY MARTINI FETTUCINE PASTA : a blue cheese olive dirty martini is my all time favorite drink so lo and behold, there was a pasta created by its existence. The block of blue cheese down to the plethora of capers, absolute chefs kiss. BBQ DUCK : honestly if this was all I ordered , I would be more than satisfied. This item was accompanied by the most decadent Mac & Cheese , a perfected bowl of collard greens, and the pickled mountain of cabbage. STRAWBERRY CRUMB CRÈME BRÛLÉE : for the most part , I tend to stray away from a crème brûlée due to the lack of creativity. HOWEVER, the strawberry crunch crumbs and that dream of a sugar crust. I could clear a couple plates of this. PASSIONFRUIT & PANDAN TART : this hit every note of a well rounded dessert. The passionfruit was so tart with a subtle sourness that aided the coconut shortbread cookie. I would like to shout out our waitress Fantasia for an amazing service that evening by ensuring the plates never stopped coming, drinks stayed full, and any requests satisfied. As well as Chef Braedon for coming out to introduce himself and explain the magic he placed on our table. My friends and I will most definitely be back.