So, if you look upon the menu and see the words "smash burger" be warned. Not smash burger. It's a…read moreburger burger. Very much like inch thick burger. I expected smash, I definitely got burger. But hey, we can't all be winners. Meat is meat. I'm glad to be fed. You will be left looking at the meat wondering what went wrong. Did a baby smash the burger? A hamster perhaps? When one asks for a SMASH burger, they expect a milli-inch of meat. Does this look like smash borger? No. I am not crazy. I wanted a SMASH. This s a BURGER. God bless. Thank you for reading my review.

I came to Torch Bistro on a weekday night around 8 p.m. and decided to sit outside. Overall, it was…read morean okay experience. Nothing particularly bad, but nothing that really stood out either. I ordered the Frisco Melt with sweet potato fries and a Torch Runner, which is basically their version of a rum runner. The Frisco Melt was good enough. I believe it's the only smash burger on the menu, although it was quite a bit thicker than most smash burgers I've had, so I wouldn't necessarily describe it as super "smashed." Either way, it tasted fine. The sweet potato fries were actually the highlight of the meal for me. They were really good. The Torch Runner was also fine. The outdoor space itself is nice and has a relaxed atmosphere. There were some kids playing with the jumbo Jenga blocks while I was there, which added a little life to the patio. They also have two bar-height fire pits that I've sat around on previous visits, and those are always a nice touch. It was a little too warm for me to enjoy them this particular night, but I can definitely see the appeal when the weather cools down. The biggest downside to sitting outside was the bugs. I eventually had to break out the Off bug spray because they were pretty persistent. Obviously, that's not necessarily the restaurant's fault, but it's something to keep in mind if you're planning to sit outside during warmer weather. All in all, Torch Bistro was just okay for me this time around. The outdoor space is nice, the sweet potato fries were great, and everything else was perfectly fine. Not a bad experience, but not one that particularly wowed me either.

Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal…read moreexperiences and my personal experiences alone, so without further explanation let's begin!. I was out running errands and I decided to grab a quick bite to eat before I went to my next destination!. I can't recall the last time I stopped in but I'm sure I had a good experience then as well. I ordered chicken bites which came in two different options: grilled or blackened. I chose grilled, it was good but lacked flavor so I asked for some type of hot sauce. The waitress asked if I wanted Texas Pete hot sauce and I agreed. I also had blue cheese dressing on the side. I probably would try the blackened next time in hopes of some flavor got the chicken bites. I would recommend and return to this establishment!.

Straight trash!!! Just lost a long time customer Service was…read moreterrible and food was not good.

Back at the old favorite. They have a a trivia night special, the BBQ Pulled Pork Flatbread, and it…read moreis one of the best things I have ever had at Public House. I would eat this every time if it was a permanent addition to the menu. Tuesdays are always great with Trivia provided by Bar Trivia Live. Nick, Kevin, and Dave make everyone welcome and make sure the game is fun for everyone. Keep up the great work! P.S. RIP Public House Crunch Wrap. Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.

Well we finally made it back here for dinner on a Wednesday night. We started with the pretzel…read moreflight. SO disappointing. The sauces were good, especially the beer cheese (at least they haven't changed that). What was pretty terrible were the pretzels themselves. They take the longer soft pretzel logs and cut them into bite size pieces. And then they are FRIED. Who fries soft pretzels? They were hard and greasy. This is the first time in our history of ordering a soft pretzel appetizer that we just couldn't finish it. They were that bad. For entrees Hubby ordered the crispy chicken Caesar and I got the burger with fries. Hubby's salad was huge, but there was way too much Parmesan cheese. He never did get a good taste of the dressing because of that. The chicken on the other hand was well fried and still juicy inside. I ordered my burger medium, and it came out mid-rare, which is how I eat them anyway. The burger itself was salty - guessing the flattop maybe hasn't been cleaned after lunch? The top bun spent a little too much time on the flat top as well. The pickles they use are sour (some people like that, I don't mind), but if you are not a fan of sour pickles, you'll want to skip them. Service was fantastic and it's a very clean place (restrooms are particularly clean). I am sure it is a great place to go for drinks - the bar is pretty extensive. But since we don't bar hop anymore, I don't think we will be going back. One last word on the pretzel appetizer because I am still shaking my head over that. If you want to serve pretzel bites so there are more ways to try all the dipping sauces, just purchase pretzel bites and bake them.

Been here twice, each time the experience was great. This awesome venue is tucked back in the…read moreshopping strip it occupies. You would never suspect the great atmosphere of this venue from the location. But the charm of the place really isn't the story. This is the kind of place that offers a gastro pub menu and they do not disappoint with a familiar yet unique menu offering some truly great dishes and perhaps the best burgers in VB. Definitely coming back.

We came here for Valentine's Day with a reservation for three (2 adults and a child). We were…read moregreeted warmly and seated right away, which was impressive given how busy it was. Our first table ended up being under a spotlight that was directly in our line of sight (it looked like it was meant for the specials board), so we asked to move. Staff was accommodating and got us to a better table quickly. The space itself is really nice. It was clean, rustically decorated, and the live plants in liquor bottles on the tables are a nice touch. Our server was friendly from the start and took drink orders right away. My daughter and I had sodas, and my husband ordered the Southern Charm Old Fashioned off the specials menu, which he enjoyed. The menu is on the smaller side, which we actually like. One unique detail was the option to "buy a round for the kitchen," which we thought was a really nice touch and decided to add it when we ordered our appetizer. We started with the fried deviled eggs after a friend recommended them. They were creative with three styles (classic with pickle, togarashi ginger, and crispy prosciutto), but overall a bit on the dry side and not as flavorful as we expected. We asked for Dijon, but they don't have it. Our server suggested and brought out the Baja dipping sauce instead, which did pair well and kind of improved them. My husband had the fish and chips and really enjoyed it. He said the fish was flaky and well cooked. I ordered the Union grilled cheese, which unfortunately seemed like it had been sitting a bit before being served, as the bottom was soggy. It was just okay overall and not particularly memorable for the price. The sweet potato fries on the side were the clear standout. They were crispy, the perfect balance of sweet and salty and honestly the best part of the dish. Our daughter had the kid's smashburger. It was exactly that. Service throughout the meal was good. She was friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and there when needed. The main disappointment came at the end. When our meals were served, the server actually offered sauces at the table (ketchup, mayo, ranch, etc.), and specifically suggested items like the baja sauce for the eggs and ranch to us. Because of that, we were surprised to see several charges for the sauces on the bill, especially since they were offered and recommended at the table with no mention of any additional cost. We were also charged a credit card fee, with no signage anywhere (entrance, hostess stand, or menu) indicating that paying with a card would include an extra charge. It just left an unnecessary sour note on an otherwise solid, casual meal. Nothing was bad, and nothing really stood out as exceptional, but the lack of transparency around those final charges really impacted the overall experience for us.

A nice little spot to get some drinks and late night bites!…read more Love the pool table, atmosphere, and the space! The staff is super nice and attentive! If you're looking for a late night spot in Town Center, this is the one!

this is my first time at this restaurant and it probably will not be my last. It is the…read morequintessential Irish pub. Upon walking in the first thing I noticed was a wiff of cigarette smoke. I was a little concerned about that, but the place was almost empty, and I didn't see anyone smoking cigarettes. There was no hostess, so you just found a table and you sat. they would bring the menus out to you. One pleasant surprise on the menu was they had a good selection of a single amount scotches. Something you don't see in many Irish pubs. the waitress was very nice and cordial and patient. The food menu was not very large, but it wasn't too small either. I got the boneless chicken bites as an appetizer. It was very good. The chicken was chicken breast. I could tell that they were cooked fresh fried fresh. Next I ordered the Bistro grilled chicken sandwich. That one I will not be getting again. The presentation was acceptable, but the chicken breast was very tough to the point where I couldn't even eat it. After one bite, I just let it go. Next up was the fish and chips that was the star of the meal. The fish was very large. AND DELICIOUS! You got a lot of french fries. I will definitely be getting that again. The atmosphere was a traditional pub type atmosphere. Dark wood, bar type area, lots of TVs around. I could tell on Sundays for football This place will be packed. All in all I enjoyed the food. I just won't get the chicken breast sandwich again, but the fish and chips is worth a return visit.

My family and I come to tap-it regularly on Thursday nights for their $2 beers... their food is…read morereally good. I always get a southwest burger with a side salad, splendid every time. Their Mac and cheese is also superb. THE ONLY qualm I have with tap-it is the live music performers... don't get me wrong, doc Perkins and friends are all very talented. HOWEVER... the music is far too loud. It's hard to hear myself think or have intelligible conversation with those around. Other than that, this is a great spot to meet for casual drinks or to have dinner with friends/fam. I will always recommend this spot, though if you are sensitive to loud noise, I would steer clear.

Tap It Local in the heart of the Grassfield section of Chesapeake is a fantastic place to enjoy a…read moregreat meal. They offer a wide variety of options on their menu that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning appetites. I enjoyed their classic cheeseburger served with Lettuce, tomato and pickles. This is a massive burger that can be difficult to get into your mouth. It's served piping hot and at your desired temperature. For me, it's medium and that is the way it comes out. The French Fries are perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.

Had a going away here for one of my coworkers on a random Wednesday for lunch. Plenty of seating,…read moreservice was great. The food was pretty good, they definitely have a creative menu. The jalapeno poppers were unlike any I've had before but they were awesome. Lots of beers on tap! Pulled pork was ok, house made Reubens were great. Food 3.5/5 Definitely a clean place that leans towards a local dive.

I love and hate that this place has live music. It's nice because it's always nice listening to…read morelive music. But for goodness sake, take a break from time to time. It's loud enough that you can't hear yourself think in here, but a bit of a break would be nice. The service is good but the late night food takes forever. And here comes the music after a very anorexic break. Damn!!! Back to not hearing myself think. But as others reviews have said, their feedback comes across as rude and unprofessional. But hey, that's just my opinion.

Service was excellent. Very attentive waitress. Small family friendly bar/ restaurant. My kids had…read morethe chicken fingers and the grilled cheese. My daughter really enjoyed her grilled cheese. The chicken fingers were more of the bread crumb breading compared to batter so it came off as she tried to break the chicken in half. I had the French dip. It was very good. My husband had the buffalo chicken wrap. He enjoyed it as well. We got the mozzarella sticks as appetizers and they were good. Not sure if they were worth the price but my daughter enjoyed them. I was a little disappointed because the pictures all showed beer battered fries and they came with crinkle fries. If we would have known that we wouldn't have paid for the up charge to get fries.

This place is the best! The beef dip is to die for with fries. The service is wonderful as well. I…read morewould go back in a heartbeat once a week. They have daily specials as well.