We were in town and looking for a spot on the water for dinner, so we ended up here. My husband and…read moreI came in and they seemed a little busy on a Friday night, but the bar was totally empty so it was perfect. We had great conversation and service all evening with the bartender. This spot is definitely more of a pub type place. Food is American bar food with a coastal flair. I got the potato skins and my husband got some fried fish. They were both good but nothing to call home about. The bartender also came up with some pretty good drink options, I was surprised because I expected a standard bar with well drinks but she definitely experimented and had some great menu options to choose from. We walked down to the water for the sunset and enjoyed their little beach, it was a perfect nightcap. Great little spot in the area!

Willaby's is a fun spot and one of just a few restaurants on the water and this one with a beach!…read more Decorated inside with everything fishing, crabbing, etc., the vibe definitely matches the outside. This is a sizable restaurant able to accommodate large parties with indoor and outdoor seating. Service was very attentive and staff very friendly. There is a big selection of food from seafood to burgers, pasta, pizza, bbq, salads, steaks, soups, and always specials of some sort- if your not sure what you want or your party can't decide (and even if you can) then this is your place because there is something here for everyone We have tried a bit of everything across the menu and didn't have a dish we didn't like. In fact I was surprised at how good they were given the variety. Add to that, that this is scratch cooking it makes it a bit more special. I particularly like that the restaurant makes note and practices using less salt to support its patrons health. I didn't find anything bland and certainly not anything over salted either. The restaurant offers a big beer list with many craft and micro brews along with full bar and wines. We tried the lemon cello cake for dessert and thought it was spot on- well balanced and not too sweet. Live music at times- check the web for who and when. A fun place to eat at and the food very much compliments to the fun. Definitely worth your try for a laid back restaurant experience with options for everyone. As a cafe, Willabys is a solid choice at 4+ stars in my opinion. Happy eating!

Love this restaurant. It is consistently good. They have plenty of options on the menu. The food is…read moredelicious. They have multiple indoor and outdoor seating options. The new addition is well done, bright and modern. The servers are great. They have an amazing gift shop and a tiki bar.

Great waterfront atmosphere with a totally casual vibe. Friendly, efficient service, a tasty menu…read moreand creative cocktails. Hope to visit again!

We had a reservation at 5 PM on a Monday in the summer, and they opened right on time at 5 PM! We…read morewere the first folks in there and were able to get seated and order quite promptly. As it got closer to 6 PM, more folks showed up and it's starting to get quite busy! We ordered a margarita pizza, the pair of Gorgonzola salad, the steak special, and the Aji tuna appetizer all of which were quite delicious. Kaitlyn was our server and she was an absolute gem! Truly on top of it and quite helpful. Love the ambience, it's super neat that some of the elements still reference it being a dental office and it's quite lovely inside. I would definitely come back here again because there is a lot of food on the menu that looked fabulous and I'd like to try it. if you're coming during the busy season of summer, recommend a reservation because it did seem to get quite busy.

Went on a weekday afternoon. Sat at the bar for lunch…read more Wonderful service. My friend recommended the smash burger so we did two. An awesome choice!! I loved the vibe of the place. I want to return to sample more of the menu.

Formal Complaint Regarding Unprofessional and Aggressive Conduct by Manager…read more I am writing to formally bring to your attention an extremely concerning experience my family and I had at your restaurant on [08/30/2025]. We had a reservation for a party of seven, and what should have been an enjoyable evening was overshadowed by poor service, unprofessional behavior, and, most importantly, extremely aggressive conduct by the manager on duty. Summary of Issues Experienced * Two members of our party ordered sodas, which were incorrect, so they chose to drink water instead. * One member ordered chicken noodle soup but was served only broth with no noodles or chicken. * Another member ordered a flatbread pepperoni pizza, which arrived missing a slice in the center. In place of the missing slice, two crackers with sauce and cheese had been placed on the pizza without explanation. When we brought these issues to our waitress's attention, her responses were dismissive and unhelpful. For example, when notified about the soup and pizza, she simply said "ok?" or "is there anything else?" before walking away without addressing the situation. Interaction with the Manager At the end of our meal, we politely requested to speak with the manager to discuss these concerns and understand what had happened with our food. Instead, the waitress returned and said she had removed the chicken noodle soup and pizza from our bill, which we appreciated, but this was not our request -- we wanted clarification, not compensation. When the manager finally came to our table, he approached aggressively and loudly stated, "WHAT DO YOU WANT? I ALREADY TOOK THIS OFF THE BILL!" We attempted to calmly explain and show him the pizza, but he picked it up with his bare hands, threw it onto the table, and yelled, "TWO PIECES OF PIZZA FELL ON THE FLOOR, SO THEY PUT CRACKERS THERE TO MAKE UP FOR IT!" At no point had this been explained beforehand, and he did not offer to remake or replace the pizza. Escalation at the Front Counter Feeling uncomfortable, we decided to pay our bill and leave. However, when we went to the front counter, we overheard staff discussing our family inappropriately. Moments later, the manager came toward us almost running, loudly asking, "WHAT'S THE PROBLEM NOW?!" As a young woman, I felt threatened and unsafe due to his intimidating tone and proximity. My family tried to de-escalate, but the manager became increasingly hostile, yelling at us to "get out" or he would "call the police." When we asked for his name, he refused to provide it, and when we requested to speak with the owner, he continued yelling and ordered us to leave. Why I Am Reaching Out This experience left my family and me shaken. The aggressive and unprofessional behavior of the manager, coupled with the mishandling of our food and the overall poor service, was entirely unacceptable. At several points during the encounter, it felt as though the situation could have escalated physically, which is deeply concerning for any guest in your establishment. I am respectfully requesting the following: 1. A formal review of this incident and the conduct of the manager and staff involved. 2. Clarification on your policies regarding food handling, guest safety, and customer service. 3. A direct response from ownership or corporate leadership regarding how this situation will be addressed. Our intention in raising these concerns is not only to resolve our personal experience but also to ensure that future guests are treated with professionalism, respect, and courtesy.

Patio dining with expansive water views sets wonderful tone for a sunny, spring Saturday. We…read morestarted with cocktails and shared the crab dip which was served with soft pita rounds. I then had the crab bisque and the Shrimp Po Boy. Everything was fresh and delicious. Our server was excellent.

Everything was delicious!! Service with a smile! If ever in the area again will definitely return!read more

Went out for my husbands birthday and what a treat! Our server happened to be sharing a birthday…read morewith him and what fun we had! The food was great, especially the oysters, the atmosphere was happy and perfect for a birthday night out!

Such a special evening! The waitress saw to our every need and request. The beautiful Inn provided…read morea wonderful setting for perhaps the best meal we've had in years! All 4 courses were such a culinary delight. Thanks Chef Messeret for sharing your beautiful food magic with us!

My wife and I had dinner at Hooky, which is Hope & Glory's outdoor dining space (during Covid), and…read moreare extremely disappointed with our experience. When my wife called to make a reservation, she made it a point of telling the woman she spoke with (Chef Meseret) that it would be our anniversary, and that wasn't even acknowledged at any point during our meal, even though they recognized another customer's birthday. The meal itself was fine, but not exceptional, from oyster appetizer to crab cake entrée to cheesecake dessert. Everything was more or less good until the meal was finished. The waiter asked us if we wanted "to review your charges", which we thought was odd, since we figured we'd just get the check. Instead of that, the guy came over with an iPad and showed us the charges. In addition to the fixed price meal ($80 per person) we ordered two cocktails ($28 total) and a bottle of wine ($52), and then they had the nerve to charge us another $16 for an alcohol service fee. WHAT?!?! You can bet that they made plenty of markup on both the wine and the cocktails, but to charge us to serve it too...WTF?! I questioned the guy about the charge, and his answer was "I don't know, I just do what I'm told". As if that wasn't bad enough, he then put us on the spot and asked if we wanted to add a tip, and how much? What an annoying end to an otherwise fairly pleasant meal. All told, the tab was over three hundred bucks. Totally not worth it. While we were eating, we discussed the possibility of staying at Hope & Glory for a future visit to the area, but after getting nickled and dimed for a service fee, they're not getting any more money from us.

Accessibility friendly: flat entrance through the main door…read more F O O D We got the Breakfast Bagel and the Breakfast Bowl. Both were AMAZING! The eggs were cooked to perfection! 10/10 recommended for a breakfast spot! S E R V I C E The three females working inside were so sweet and helpful! They helped explain their menu and brought our stuff out to us on the patio very quickly. A T M O S P H E R E Inside is very warm and cozy! The bench seats inside have adorable little throw pillows to make the seating even more cozy. Outside is perfect for summer! There's umbrellas to shade you from the sun.

Great selection of breakfast foods and bagel or English muffin sandwiches. Excellent coffee…read more Super fun coffee shop vibe. Highly recommended !

This a great restaurant in Irvington. It's located inside the compass theatre and arcade arena. The…read moreservice has always been wonderful. It gets crowded on Tuesdays as they have half off movie nights and also taco Tuesdays. Absolutely recommend their fried shrimp tacos. It's one of the best shrimp tacos I have ever had. They also have various other things in their menu. Ribs were amazing, love the tater tots. Nice selection of beer and cocktails. Ambiance is great. Nice bar area. If you're running late to the movies, You can take your food to the movie theater as well. Price is pretty nominal. They have plenty of parking spots. Really glad they have this place in the northern neck area.

This restaurant is consistently good. It is well managed and we'll staffed. The service is always…read morewonderful. The menu is solid. It is always being updated and changed. They feature local menu items and they are consistently well prepared. The restaurant is part of an entertainment complex and they are aware that you may need to hurry to make a movie. And you can take drinks and food into the theater. It has a nice bar and a large bright seating area as well as a more intimate seating area. You can't go wrong here.