My nephews and I were out for a food outing. We had appetizers at a nearby restaurant and hit…read moreRedwood Smoke Shack for the main event! We pulled up during what felt like a historic flood but apparently might just be another day in Norfolk. We arrived a bit after lunch hour and were able to order right away. You make your choices at the counter and then take the food to a covered seating area. (Good thing it's covered since it was pouring) I'll start by mentioning that every staff member we encountered was awesome, they all seemed into what they were doing and delivered a great experience. I was also impressed by the operation. They had everything you would need displayed in the seating area. Sauces, utensils, napkins, to go containers, and bags. No need to awkwardly look for anything. Hard to get this far into a review without mentioning the outstanding food. It's some of the best BBQ I've had! We went with the professional platter and added burnt ends. I enjoyed each and every item but the standout to me was the brisket, I've never had a juicier more tender piece of brisket in my life! Ribs were done really well also, the burnt ends had tons of flavor, the sausage was delicious, and the pulled pork and chicken were winners as well. The fries were better than expected, the Mac and cheese was tasty, and the broccoli salad worked really well with all that meat! Truly a feast!

We came to grab lunch on a Tuesday 2pm. They had a huge parking lot adjacent the building. It…read morewasn't busy. We had to put in the order at the counter first before grabbing a table in one of the shack style sitting areas. They had 7 different styles of meat and 9 different sides. They also sold snack, house made sauces and some merchandises of their brand. I ordered the 2 meat platter with beef brisket and chopped beef. Within few minutes of ordering, they brought the order out to the table. I liked the chopped beef but didn't like the brisket. Tried the burned end also that was good actually. The chicken nuggets I got for my daughter were the best. They were so tasty. The side of corn pudding was also excellent. The shack we sat in was really hot since there was no AC, just a normal fan was blowing air. It was self service so we got the utensils, soda and water. They had ketchup, vinegar, mustard, bbq and white sauces available in the condiment area. Overall it was a decent spot but bbq meat fell short in taste for me.

I was curious about barbecue in Norfolk so we got some takeout from The Fishin' Pig…read more I decided to get the fried green tomatoes and the beef brisket platter with extra brisket (because two people were sharing), collard greens, and green beans. I had a few allergy-related questions and was able to get answers quickly because the cashier checked with the kitchen. Unfortunately my questions were focused on dairy so we were surprised by the bacon on the beans and other meat (probably pork) under the collard greens. My husband doesn't eat pork so he ended up only eating the beef. The cashier said the order would only take about ten minutes so I enjoyed a quick drink at the bar while waiting. If we get a chance to return I'll probably get the fried green tomatoes and just beef brisket (no sides).

The best thing we had and the only thing we'd probably order again was the green beans. They were…read moreflavored so well - a nice bit of smokiness, good about of pepper, and perfectly salted. A couple specific food problems were: 1) Friend green tomatoes. Given the presentation, we asked our server if they were fried pickles. Nope! Okay, that's fine. At first. Thought they were just super hot and need a minute to cool down. But they were drenched in oil from the fryer. At first I tried dabbing them in the basket. Then, realizing that was doing no good and the breading was just going to be soggy, I took them out and blotted them on the brown paper table cover. We only at a few. Not good. 2) The meat - pulled pork, brisket, and Alaskan haddock - were all lacking flavor.

Dynamite! My fave local barbecue spot. Brought my sons who raved over everything we ate. Texas…read moreTwinkies -- jalepeno stuffed w cheese and brisket, wrapped in smoked bacon -- (bonus they were on special so we got 8 for $20), Mac n cheese, collard greens, and baked beans (sweet to the taste). Dined close to closing time so staff gave us some samples of sweet potato corn bread and smoked chicken. That chicken...I'm salivating just thinking about it...maaaan, fork tender and soooo stinking good!!! Did we have room for dessert? Of course!! Cookies n cream brownie and s'mores brownie... both satisfied our sweet-tooth(s), err teeth...whatever... point is go earlier in the day to ensure they have plenty in stock!

Delicious!!!! Finally able to try this place again after coming for a Yelp event last May and it…read morewas all good just as I remembered! The pulled pork and ribs were my favorite on the 4 meat platter! Others in our party enjoyed the brisket and the sausage. The two sauces are also very good, I prefer the sweeter red bbq sauce and the other one is more of a vinegar North Carolina sauce. The Christmas beans are amazing!!! My favorite!!! The potato salad is also very good and the Mac and cheese. Love their pickles as well! You order at the counter and it didn't take long for the food to be ready. Seating is plenty inside the brewery!

I had the pleasure of meeting the proprietors of this BBQ establishment last evening; they…read moredelivered some food to my hotel. Now, here's the back story. Looking for something different than the places close to the hotel on Yelp I stumbled across "Hazed" the name made me stop to see what they offered. After I tried to order online, the app said, they did not deliver to my location, but, it was less than 3 miles I called, spoke to Keisha she said my husband and I will come!! Points for their customer service during these unprecedented times. When they got there we chatted a while. I discovered they were supposed to open a location on Virginia Beach before Covid 19 stalled them... but it's only a stall! Now let's talk about the food the brisket was good and the Hazed sauce made it even better. The Mexican corn was a nice change as well. The smoked wings where pippin hot and the rub used made them more flavorful, the Buffalo Haze sauce took them over the top. Even the Mac and cheese was on point. I ordered the banana pudding super rich and delish! Not disappointed at all! Kudos to Hazed and it's owners for good food and great customer service Blessings

Great experience and the food quantity was worth the price. Upon placing the order the Owner…read more(Husband) explained the wait time to be about 2 hrs, the food did take about 2.5 hrs but the Owner (Wife) apologize for the inconvenience. The order was perfect and still a good temperature even the fries. We had the Wings, Brisket, Pull pork Mac n cheese, slaw, mexcian corn, banana pudding, OG lemonade and the Hazed Lemonade. The meat was tender and held juices. The portion they give you is a nice size, it's packaged well with napkins and untinsels and labeled. I love the amount of barbecue sauce they give you. Once we chilled the banana pudding it was very good as well. Overall I highly recommend supporting Hazed. I look forward to them opening up a spot! Support Black Owned Businesses!!

Doumar's is a Coastal Virginia tradition.that has remained the same throughout the years. Passed…read morethrough the family from generation to generation the food, service and customer loyalty continues in this institution. The decor is the same as years passed. There's something very comforting in the fact that at least one spot in Coastal Virginia hasn't changed. The last time my son brought my Manhattan born grandson to visit he wanted to introduce him to Doumar's. It was a place both he and I had frequented often in his youth. It fid not disappoint. My grandson proclaimed the hot dog, served split in two on a hamburger bun, the best he has tasted. This trip my grandson asked for a return visit to Doumar's, again ordering a hot dog and a cherry milkshake. My son had a tuna sandwich with iced tea. My choice, as always, was a pulled pork barbecue sandwich with a limeade. The food, service & old school ambience was fantastic. Please don't ever change Doumar's. You are and will remain a gem we should cherish.

Service- Great. Our server was very attentive and made sure he got everything correct…read more Food- Tasty! I mean it's fast food so it's nothing crazy but I've enjoyed it the few times I've been. I will say that from now on I'll probably stick to the burgers. I wanted to branch out and try the pork barbecue sandwich so I asked our server what style of barbecue it was and he thought it might be similar to eastern NC style. It was not lol. I just don't think he really knew, which is totally fine! I still ate it but I like my barbecue super flavorful so I kept slapping that hot sauce they had on it. The meat itself was cooked and minced how I like...Honestly if I get it again I may just get it for take out and bring my own sauce with me when I come back up from NC. Everything else has been great!! I love the vibes of the place as well. You can order from the car similar to a Sonic, or you can eat inside. Make sure you grab a waffle cone at some point too! They're the original creators of the waffle cone (1905). So cool! I'll be back.

I stopped into Bold Mariner on Wednesday night while I was out walking Lexi. The weather was…read moreabsolutely gorgeous, around 70 degrees, and we walk past there all the time, so it felt like the perfect night to finally stop in. Our Yelp Elite manager works there and had told me to come by, so I decided that was the night. I grabbed a glass of Moscato while we chatted, and she convinced me to order their hot honey pepperoni pizza to take home. I had literally just had pizza the night before at another event, so I wasn't planning on getting more, but she insisted I try it. I'm so glad I did. I'm not usually someone who goes for hot honey or anything spicy, but this pizza was incredible. The crust was perfectly cooked, the dough had great texture, and the balance between the sweetness of the honey and the pepperoni was surprisingly addictive. It was cheesy, flavorful, and honestly hard to stop eating. I had planned to take it straight home, but I had to sneak a bite while it was still hot. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and it's such a great neighborhood spot. It made for the perfect stop during a beautiful evening walk. I ended up taking the rest of the pizza home, and it was the perfect dinner while relaxing and winding down for the night. I'll definitely be back, especially now that I know how good their pizza is. Bold Mariner is a great local place with good energy and seriously good food.

Sorry to see this great place close. Great beer and great employees. Fantastic building and…read morelocation.

When I say I'm a fan of Mission BBQ I actually mean SUPER FAN. So pitchers to write a negative…read morereview for a chain I really respect and love. This is not my first time at this store, but overall they have been weaker than others, so I kept pocketing reviews. That term "pocketing" is used by review writers that they will not write due to a negative experience, or want to visit again. This is probably my 4th, or 5th visit since they opened over 6 years ago. The business is tucked away in a parking lot off I64 and North Hampton beside Chick Fil A. So you must snake around the lot. Once you arrive there is plenty of parking. I was immediately taken back by the amount of trash in the lot, especially one particular pile that looked freshly dumped. The footprint of this Mission is smaller than others, for that matter smaller than Virginia Beach around 8 miles away. The size seems correct for the amount of business they receive. I entered the store on a weekday around 12:30 PM. I noticed trash on their patio too! My instincts were to turn around and leave. I immediately alerted the manager of the trash. He was busy preparing a major catering order. He did not thank me, he did not utter a word. He rolled his eyes. I specifically came to Mission with it being National Peach Cobbler Day. I absolutely adore Missions peach cobbler. I ordered a pulled port lunch with green beans that comes with corn bread. I added a peach cobbler. I was not asked if military, which they provide a discount. They ALWAYS ask, first time they have not. So ok, no discount today. I respect the mission of the business to support military and first responders. The staff clearly did not want to be there, no smile no enthusiasm when I exclaimed it's National Peach Cobbler Day and yours rocks! This was the first time I've ever encountered staff at Mission like that. They were not busy, so I expected almost immediate turn around. Even when busy the Mission staff are like Ninjas. It comes out in minutes. So I waited. Order up, no smoke by staff #2. Or is it #3 because the manager sure never smiled. I found a seat. The dining room was pretty empty and clean. Dug into my lunch and the pulled pork is a favorite and was great! The green beans dry, the cornbread not edible and worse of all the peach cobbler not as good, the breading was dry. I asked another staff if they had fresh cornbread. Another staff brought out two center pieces, she was friendly but no apologies. It was still dry and not edible. This staff never did another check unfortunately. If she had I would have reported my overall dissatisfaction with the meal. Upon walking out I could not help myself. I began picking up trash on the patio with a nearby can to easily dispose of. What seemed obvious is this. They had more than enough staff. Their resources were being strained because a major catering order that had all hands on deck. It seemed apparent this was the priority. I did notice the like of trash was picked up, but nearby trash let untouched, that's just lazy! Later in the evening I got very sick, of course it's unknown why with having a dinner meal as a possible culprit too. So 50/50 chance its Mission. I will never return to the Norfolk Mission again and fully believe corporate needs to step in to thoroughly look into items I've outlined. I will continue to support Mission BBQ. Again this hurts to write. 1.5 rounding up because I can bring myself to a 1 star. I feel like I've been ripped off from $18+

Very disappointed in this visit. The brisket was very dry. To the point it was like beef jerky…read more The chicken was moist but a lot more salty than I remembered. The coleslaw was dry also. So expect for my drink the whole meal was a flop. The group I was with ordered pulled pork. They said that it was overly salty. So nobody enjoyed their meal. This location I do not recommend. Now service was great. But the brisket was the worst I have ever had. Three stars is pushing it a little but because of service I giving a three

This was such a disappointment. I hardly ever give1 star reviews, but every item we tried was a…read moredisappointment. For 3 people, with no drinks, it was $93. Burnt ends -- chewy and fatty! Nothing crisp. I wouldn't even like it if it were advertised as just brisket Chicken -- bland, and parts of it were a weird texture Bbq beans -- fine Mac and cheese -- not enough cheese Service was friendly and they have a nice back patio to eat, plus indoor tables. Street parking was easy. Unfortunately, when there is nothing good to say about the food at a BBQ restaurant, those points don't really help

First time here....enjoyed the atmosphere outside despite the chill in the air. Darts, cornhole,…read morefire pits and good music playing. Drinks were good too! Had my first bourbon crush and I'm defintely coming back for more. I ate the "Totchos" with jackfruit, cheese and jalapeños. Added bbq sauce. They were good but I couldn't finish....definitely a shareable meal!

This place is amazing! Delicious barbecue at great prices- what else do you need? The interior is…read moresmall, nothing to write home about. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. We ordered take out lunch and it was super easy to place an order online and pick up. The lunch sandwiches were all around $12 and included a side. The standard barbecue sandwich was fantastic! The meat was so moist I didn't need any sauce. I'm a sucker for hush puppies and these were great! Can't wait for next time!

Delicious fried okra, ribs, and green beans! 10/10 service was super friendly and employees staying…read morebusy by restocking and cleaning. Love it here

Food as Always wonderful. Fresh ingredients and a great modern vibe. My favorite Korean Bbq spot!…read moreService is fantastic. Entire environment is so enjoyable. 2 hours all you can eat. BTW, the tower is a must order lol! See you guys soon!

This place was buzzing! It has lively music playing, K-pop videos rolling, and an electric…read moreatmosphere!! The place quickly filled as we got seated. The service is good, very friendly!! The food fresh and savory!! I enjoyed the Kimchi fries, Steamed egg, Japchae, Garlic shrimp/Whole shrimp, Spicy Squid, Beef Bulgogi, Ribeye, LA Galbi, Tiramisu, and Strawberry ice cream!! All you can eat for $35.99/person!! Highly recommend this place!!