A friend recommended this place to us and he actually had them cater his wedding. After enjoying…read morethe wedding meal, we had to check out their brick and mortar restaurant. We've been here a couple of times, ordering new items, and loving everything. Things we would order again: spicy bloody mary, lemon ricotta pancake, chilaquiles, grilled chicken ciabatta. The owner is passionate and creates almost everything from scratch. They are mostly Mexican style dishes but add flares of different cultures in their weekly specials. Small restaurant but makes for an intimate feel. They are usually busy but we've always been able to get seat.

Stopped by for brunch. The menu is fun and creative with some unique twists on comfort food. The…read morecrispy smoked gouda empanadas had a gooey, cheesy center and were suited for a quick appetizer. The tacos were flavorful with fresh cilantro and onion, and the grilled cheese sandwiches came stacked with fun fillings like jam, grainy mustard, shrimp and multiple cheeses. They were a standout -- the ingredients blended nicely, full of flavor, and each bite had a good balance instead of feeling heavy. Portions were generous and presentation was appealing. That said, the meat and specifically the cheese grits leaned on the salty side, which took away from the overall taste. The ricotta pancakes were the highlight, absolutely delicious -- savory, light, fluffy, and adding blueberries gave them a pop of sweetness and flavor. We also grabbed desserts to go, and they were just as tempting as everything else on the menu. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive, which made the meal even more enjoyable. Drinks stayed topped off and she was quick with recommendations. The atmosphere is casual and colorful with high-top tables, a lively bar area, and a bit of a hangout vibe. It feels like a good spot for a casual meal with friends or to grab drinks and tacos.

Best subs around BY FAR. I always get the torpedo. Everything is always so fresh!!!!!read more

I went here for the first time today, and I'll definitely be coming back! It's a small shop with a…read morecute interior and decent parking. The owner (unfortunately, I didn't get his name) is very friendly and welcoming. The food is delicious, and it is a good portion as well! We got the "devil dog", the "fire the hole", and "u-boat" fries. 10/10 would recommend. While waiting for our food, the owner spoke with us about his past being from a military family and his experiences being a restaurant owner. It's refreshing to go somewhere and feel the love and passion someone has for their restaurant. You can tell he genuinely cares about quality and customer satisfaction.

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

If you love burritos, you need to track down The Coop food truck. Hands down my favorite food truck…read morein Virginia Beach! I stopped by during their pop up at Farmhouse Brewery and, once again, they did not disappoint. One thing you need to know: their burritos are massive. We're talking "the size of your head" big, so come hungry or be ready for some epic leftovers. The menu is small and focused (usually around four burrito choices), but every single one is packed with quality ingredients and flavor. The Coop spends most days serving on base, but keep an eye out for their local pop-ups. They're always worth chasing down. This time around, I ordered the Pepper Jack Chicken Burrito which was grilled chicken breast, maple bacon, melty pepper jack cheese, and their signature Coop Sauce, all bundled up in a warm tortilla. Every bite was the perfect balance of hearty, savory, spicy, and just a hint sweet from the bacon. Their Coop sauce is one of a kind. Tangy, and delicious. I'm sure adding an egg would take it to the next level (that's an option on all burritos). My friends had the Breakfast Burrito! This one comes with fluffy scrambled eggs, sharp cheddar cheese, juicy sausage, more of that craveable maple bacon, herby potatoes, and (of course) the signature Coop Sauce. They raved about every bite. I appreciate that The Coop keeps things simple with their streamlined menu and focus on top-notch burritos. Whenever I see them around town, I make it a point to stop ... even if there's a line, it moves fast and is absolutely worth the wait. Whether you're looking for a new lunch favorite or just crave seriously great street food, The Coop is a true gem on the Virginia Beach food truck scene. Can't wait to catch them at their next pop-up!

Super fast and friendly service and large portions. I usually go for a burrito but heard the…read moreparfaits were awesome. Did not disappoint! Coop sauce is pretty tasty too if you want a little kick on your burrito or bowl!

While driving through the area I stopped in here for lunch. I came here after reading many…read morepositive reviews and then checking out their menu and I knew they were a fun and interesting place for lunch. I chose the Becca Burger, without mushrooms and their Steak Diablo Fries. They make everything fresh, to order with fresh ingredients. The burger was clearly freshly hand-packed, the jalapeños were freshly sliced, not pickled. Since they make it all fresh, you might wait a few minutes longer than the typical burger joint, but that's fine considering the amazing eats you're about to enjoy. My burger came out looking beautiful and it was definitely sitting tall! The flavor was excellent! Meat was great too!! I definitely liked having their chipotle mayo on it!! Those steak Diablo fries were incredibly tasty, with a nice kick, but sooo much more flavor than heat! The fries themselves were great, perfectly crispy and tasty, but adding all those toppings truly made it special! Service was nice... I had a few questions and she was helpful with the answers. Lastly, they have birch beer here, which I loved! Highly recommend stopping in for a great burger and fries experience!!

Salmich's is one of my favorites to have when going to Norfolk!…read more The chicken and sausage and steak hoagies were pretty tasty as well as the onion rings! Poutine wasn't my favorite though. Quick service and was able to get a fairly large order within 30 minutes before closing! Pretty chill vibes in the actual restaurant seating area but I usually do takeout.

Amazing cafe!!! They have such unique beverages and love their taro cold brew! Highly recommend…read more They have ample seating and the interior is decorated with elements of Polynesian culture. Staff are super friendly and was very patient in answering my questions about their drink selection since it was my first time there.

Really enjoyed my visit! The island-inspired decor made it a fun, relaxing place to hang. The…read moreTaro-misu latte was sweet and unique, with actual pieces of tiramisu cake in the drink. The salted caramel cheesecake cold brew was also delicious, though a little on the sweeter side. I also got a spam musubi, which made for a great snack to go with the drinks. Looking forward to coming back and trying more drinks!

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.

For many years, Sophia and I have dined at My Mama's Kitchen where the food was excellent and the…read morestaff very friendly. In 2023, they closed their original location of Shore Drive and set sights on a new local which was expanded. They have finally reopened and we got a chance to stop in to see how they were doing. Let's check it out shall we? We were seated a minute after walking in. There were a few people dining inside on this cloudy day. The decor is nice resembling a type of restaurant you may see in New Orleans. Right when I was looking through the menu, I ran into Chef Moe who greeted me with a handshake. It has been years since we last saw each other but the vibes came right back since Sophia and I were long-standing customers. We couldn't talk long since he was busy, but it was great to run into him again smiling from ear to ear seeing me there. Great people indeed. How was the food you might ask? Pretty damn good. We both ordered their fried catfish meals with sides (mine came with fries and sweet cornbread and Sophia's with mashed potatoes and gravy and mac-and-cheese). The fish was seasoned perfectly and was huge. It was big enough to cover a football field (just kidding). The fries, as always, tasted great and the cornbread was delish. The both of us ended up taking home leftovers where the food didn't lose any taste from before. It was so refreshing to stop by after so many years. And it was wonderful seeing Chef Moe continue to bring good vibes to the Norfolk community through his cooking. You know we'll be back soon. Till next time :)

The restaurant is nicely decorated but the bar area is small…read more The staff was welcoming but our server seemed a bit absent minded. She wrote our order on her notepad but she would often return to the table asking clarifying questions or forgetting to bring water or utensils. We ordered the ribs and shrimp with macaroni and cheese and greens. Overall the food wasn't terribly bad or awesomely good. It was okay, nothing really stood out.