Really great Isaac was really goi. Food was excellent!!! They make their own pasta. Nice cocktailsread more

Went there for our grandson's birthday. Six of us. Service was vey good. I ordered the wild boar…read moreragu - it was okay but not worth the price, mostly large, long strips of pasta, not much meat. Ordered small round bread to split while waiting for meal - not worth the $12 charge. Place was very noisy, about 6:30 Tuesday, loud bass (boom boom) in background. Not the place to have a good conversation. Not happy when we got the bill: had 2 totals: one for cash and the other for non-cash. First time we have been in a restaurant that charges for credit card use. Did not notice any alert on menu. Overall, overpriced! Will not be back.

Everything was great, the service (andreana), food( lasagna, veal parmesean) ambiance (relaxed,…read morecozy) drinks awesome, reasonably priced with large portions. Took home a pizza to try, also very good. Will definitely go back.

Very unexpected ambiance (in a good way!) that this restaurant gives off a cozy yet upscale feel…read more Booths provide for enough privacy with high backs and dividers, making the ambiance conducive to both family gatherings and romantic dates! Can't say that am partial as the owner is an acquaintance but I do know that he works hard and has a presence in the kitchen himself and comes out to mingle to make the ambiance friendly and personable. The service is very friendly. I was immediately greeted at the door not only by the wait staff Sarah! but those in the kitchen. Giving very local neighborly vibe! With the weather being 100 degrees, I wanted to start off with the gelato bomb. It was vanilla and chocolate gelato enrobed in chocolate that was thin enough to crack and enjoyed with a spoon. IG has maraschino cherry in it. I also decided to order something light, so ended up with the caprese salad. In other places they use large heirloom tomatoes but use of cherry tomatoes here works as well. Love the balsamic dressing, seems authentic with it being a great balance of sweet and tart, not watered down. Would definitely come back for a pizza next time.

We were initially set out to eat at Andiamo but we realized it was closed upon arriving. Luckily…read moreVino is just a short walking distance from Andiamo and such a wonderful alternative that fully satisfied my cravings for some italian food! I thoroughly enjoyed the food and atmosphere at Vino. This is a great spot to take a date for a slightly fancier italian vibe and some good wine! They have booths, tables, and bar seating. The restaurant is open concept so you can see everything that's going on! The foods are served with such beautiful presentation and they taste very good too. We had the burrata for the appetizer and capellini pomodoro with meatball add-ons. Both were very delicious. The pomodoro sauce was nice and tangy but not overly acidic. And the meatballs were full of flavor and just the right saltiness for me. But if you're the type to add more seasoning, the tables come with pepper and salt so you can season to taste! The waitress we had was super friendly. Checked in on us only on occasion which was nice because my friend and I were able to chat at length without interruptions! :)

This used to be one of our favorite Italian spots but in the last year or two we have felt like the…read morequality has gone down. Once while dining in we had the arancini ball and it was ice cold in the middle, other times our food tasted just luke warm. Today we gave it another shot and ordered delivery after a long travel day and we were so disappointed, paid $10 for a ceaser salad and it was very small with 5 croutons and looked like the lettuce was just poured out of a bag you'd buy at the grocery store. The pastas were okay but nothing impressive. Expensive for what we got. I don't love leaving bad reviews but now that this has happened a few times here I feel the review was warranted.

First time here and won't be the last. Fresh delicious food, bartender was friendly, welcoming and…read morehelpful with helping us to choose an entree. Such a real authentic experience with Italian cuisine, loved it!

The server was very friendly, but I felt neglected. Our reservation was for 7:30. It took them over…read morean hour to take our order and then when we were ready for the check, that also took awhile. The oysters were DELICIOUS!! Definitely a must try!! I ordered the Alfredo. The sauce was tasty and noodles perfectly cooked. I didn't like the quality of the sausage or the chicken in the dish.

Food was really good! The lobster gnocchi was flavorful. They have a huge assortment of whisky so…read moreif you're a whisky lover I would recommend getting the whisky flight. The restaurant was really small and I recommend making a reservation in advance if you want to go. Otherwise, they will turn you away.

I was in town a couple of weeks ago, Hanging out with my brothers and we were looking for a place…read moreto grab a bite and some drinks with friends. So we ended up choosing Luce. This spot definitely got a nice date night vibe to it. Darkly lit. Super chill hostess but limited seating. There are maybe 6 to 8 tables total including a L shape bar that you can pull up to which is exactly where we sat. The bartender was really on point the night we visited. Immediately took our order, gave us a quick perusal of the drinks, and then promptly poured three different types of spirits, a wine for my first brother, a vodka and cranberry for my second and a whiskey flight that they had on the special for myself. We enjoyed all three. In terms of food, we ordered a couple of different appetizers, including the pizza. And I actually was hoping we were going to order dinner because all of the entrees that we saw hit the bar around us looked fantastic. We ended up connecting with a really cool local business owner by the name of Sonny, who is also at the bar having a bit of dinner before heading back to his Shop. That made the overall night even better. This is definitely a spotI will be checking out when I'm back in town.

Our experience was amazing! The pizza and desserts were so delicious and the service was…read moreoutstanding!! Definitely coming back soon. Thank y'all for a great dinner!

First time trying this spot and it was clear we're gonna be regulars. The dining room is cozy and…read moreclean with an open kitchen view. First impression... We waited just 3-4 min to be seated as the staff was all handling tasks and during that short wait at least 4 separate staff members greeted us & made us feel welcome. Good start! The wife (ugh I'm horrible with names) seated us and gave us a choice of tables. Another win as my veteran husband is weird about where he's sitting. It was clear that most of the tables there were regulars, and once we tasted the food it was obvious why. EVERYTHING we tasted was fresh and made with love. The Capri appetizer was a light fresh flavorful combo of all things I love, lol. It had a base of pesto made with a garlic kick. We scraped the plate clean! Classic margarita pizza with a perfect crust. Not too thick, not too thin, crisp edges but still the right chewy crust feel. We like extra basil and were quickly accommodated. I didn't need dessert but the first 2 courses had been so perfect, I was curious what they would have. Aunty-someone, in the fam, makes the cheesecake from scratch at home and the neice/server vouched that it was gonna be the best we've had... She was right! Food was 10/10. The only thing I'll note, which wasn't an issue for us, is that their drinks are all bottled or canned. Though they do have water or wine as options too. We were checked on through out our meal by all servers and even the cooks who would come into the dining area during a down moment. The location is not one you'd notice if you weren't looking for it but you don't want to miss this hidden gem.

Discovered this place by accident and we are so glad we did! Exceptional, authentic Italian food…read more Fresh baked bread. Fresh pasta. Perfect sized portions. And, if you are interested in pizza, the pizza is the best in Virginia Beach! It gets pretty busy most every night, so water refills can get a bit slow for the very experienced servers. But the food and the experience is worth the wait!

Made a reservation for my husband's birthday. This restaurant has been on my Yelp list for a while…read moreand I loved that they have fresh made pasta. Upon arrival we were greeted and immediately sat. A gentleman brought us all waters and explained that our server would be with us shortly. Our server was very nice. She described this evenings specials and gave us some time to look over the menu. My husband got the tomato cream tortellini, one son got chicken parm and the other son got Alfredo. I ordered the special, sausage and shrimp tortellini with asparagus and pesto. Our fried mozzarella appetizer was pretty good. The mozzarella on its own was a little bland but the marinara had great flavor. When they brought out our entrees I was excited. My dish was barely lukewarm. I think the sausage would have been better had it been seared but it seemed to just be sliced and warmed in the dish. It was rubbery. I couldn't taste pesto which was disappointing. Underneath everything was just very watery. The shrimp had that texture that it gets when it's overcooked. Overall I didn't really like any aspect of the dish. My husband's tortellini was good and still very warm. The garlic green beans he ordered had amazing flavor. Both of my sons said their fettuccine was mushy. I'm glad we gave it a try but sometimes things are a hit or a miss. Unfortunately this was a miss for us.

Baba's Pizzeria 10/10! - got the chicken parm, the cheese…read morepizza which tasted just likw nyc pizza, and calzones - great service!

When we crave pizza, BABA's comes to mind. Pizza is thin, crispy and baked to perfection with fresh…read moretop quality ingredients. NYC Pizza at its best! I've had the famous garlic knots every visit! Also have had a large pepperoni pizza, meat amore pizza, pepperoni Stromboli, white margherita pizza, Bianca supremo pizza, calamari within multiple visits. My kids have loved every kids entree from spaghetti with meatball, Alfredo, chicken tenders and fries etc. We keep coming back to try something new, and everytime it keeps on getting better and better. Service is top notch as well as my drink is never half empty. Ambiance feels like a NYC pizza spot. Very glad we decided to try this place a few weeks ago because this has been one of our favorites. Looking forward to our next visit to try something different.

Tucked along a quiet tributary of the Elizabeth River, the Amber Lantern remains one of the area's…read morebest-kept secrets. Time your visit well, and you'll be rewarded with a sunset that is nothing short of spectacular--an ideal backdrop for an already memorable dining experience. The restaurant strikes a rare balance: refined without being pretentious. The atmosphere leans toward fine dining, yet the dress code is refreshingly unforced. Jackets and ties coexist comfortably with shorts and flip-flops--a subtle nod to Chesapeake's "come as you are" sensibility. Whether you arrive by boat or by car, the experience begins the moment you step inside. We started with the ahi carpaccio and a classic Caesar salad--both fresh, well-composed, and thoughtfully prepared. For entrées, my wife chose the crab-stuffed shrimp, finished with a lemon-herb beurre blanc and accompanied by sautéed vegetables. It was an excellent dish--rich, balanced, and, notably, not shared. I opted for the 13-ounce New York strip with a garlic and herb demi-glace. Cooked to a precise medium-rare, the steak was properly seasoned and executed with confidence. In a moment of generosity, I offered a few bites across the table--well received, though her loyalty remained with her own selection. From the waterfront setting to the attentive service and well-crafted cuisine, Amber Lantern delivers a dining experience that feels both special and approachable. It's a place worth seeking out--and returning to.

Beautiful restaurant great service great view! It's kids…read morefriendly and we had a great waitress ! Unfortunately, the food was not that great. It was very bland and the drinks were very bad as well The bartender did not know what she was doing. I had to return the drink twice. It was just a lemon drop pretty easy to make. I ended up exchanging it for a wine. My husband had a old-fashioned. It was very watered down and sweet. It's a shame it's a beautiful restaurant, but it's literally been a run by kids right now. They need a better management team in there to overlook everything. Everything got late to our table. It wasn't our waitress fault she was so apologetic. I really want more for this place. It's so pretty and it has a great view. I would recommend new management or manager and to upgrade the menu and train the bartenders . I feel bad leaving this review, but I just wish this restaurant the best !

New happy hour menu drops next week! Solid family hang out spot or just a place to grab a quick…read moreappetizer and drink. The $8 happy hour shrimp... omg. Best thing on the menu probably. Good food as usual. Bar service was okay, they seemed to be getting pretty busy since it was a Friday night. This place also has wine dinners! I think they're every month. These are so fun.

I thought it was alright at first, then the second time I stopped by, it was rather shoddy to say…read morethe least. The food is only mediocre, and the ambiance depends on how annoying the other patrons are. There is a clear view of the kitchen, which can either be a good thing or a VERY bad thing. The cook gets mad if you only order drinks.