We loved the food at Repeal Bourbons and Burgers ! We started off with drinks which were yummy and delicious. I had the Plymouth Rock because I love Gin and it was refreshingly sweet. My husband had the Margarita on the Rocks which I was not a fan of. I did not like the mix they used to make thins drink. My son also tasted it and agreed with my opinion. The lettuce wraps were really good. My daughter in law and I both had the CALIFORNICATION burger, my husband had the CLASSIC burger, my son had the CAPONE Burger and everyone was really happy! All burgers were properly cooked and delicious. The fries were good, nothing special to write about. My husband had the fries with bacon dust and they were very sweet. He wasn't a fan but I thought they were delicious! read more

Love the view eating outside. Very chill atmosphere and staff was nice. The chips were delicious and my favorite part of my meal. I asked for my burger be medium and it wasn't cooked the way I wanted but I still enjoyed it because it was full of flavor. I prefer smaller burgers, I feel like the patty was gigantic, so not sure I'd come here again. read more

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Unfortunately, this location continues to go downhill. The food quality and portion sizes have noticeably declined over time, while the service still leaves a lot to be desired. During my visit, I asked for the check when my tray was cleared, but after watching the server attend to several other tasks, I ended up waiting over 10 minutes and had to ask again. Virginia Beach as a whole may have changed over the years, but this particular spot seems to consistently miss the mark. Disappointing experience, especially considering how much better it used to be. read more

The food was so good! You could tell they really put time into those burgers. I wish there were more fries but the fries were really tasty. The inside was dark so we decided to eat outside. The staff were so so nice and pretty chill I would definitely recommend for yall to check this out when you're on the boardwalk. read more

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This placed had good reviews so I decided to try it for myself. Walked in in the afternoon. It was not busy and I had a choice of seating outside or inside. Sat in a booth inside since it was a little warm outside. Bomb MI was good. It had black garlic sesame aioli, kimchi, pork belly, sunny side egg, cucumber on a sesame seed bun. The Southside was alright. It is bombay gin, St. Germaine, Jack Rudy small-batch tonic, and soda. Would have given this place a 4/5 if not for the crappy service. The rude guy working the bar was neither friendly or pleasant. There were no napkins when food was served. I stood up and politely asked for some. I found some below the register and, since the guy was busy prepping drinks, I decided to get them myself. He then said, "okay do my job," which was unnecessary and rude. Though the other waiter was friendlier, service was overall bad. read more

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The fries are basic, but the bourbon was banging. I really enjoyed the burger got... Something to do with being hot and spicy. Enjoyed the flavor and the cook! Not sure if I enjoyed the burger or the old fashioned more... The old-fashioned didn't last as long as a burger so maybe it was the burger. Ha This is one of those places that is unapologetically who they are. I love those kind of places! Clearly a dive bar that makes it very evident that they are who they are ... if you don't like it, go somewhere else. Their sign about chicken (see picture attached) clearly emphasizes this point. While they are clearly not aiming to be a scent family spot, this is the perfect type of spot for me and my family. Wifey says the huntsman burger was underwhelming, skip that one. Go for the fiery one! read more

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The atmosphere is very strange and the workers were just as strange. There were many open tables as only one family was in the restaurant, but for whatever reason we got sat in the back right next to the bathroom. Another family came in after us and they too were sat in the back right next to the bathroom but decided to move tables. The mother from that family went into the bathroom (assuming to use it) and 3 minutes later a worker knocked on the door. Didn't think anything of it, thought he just wanted to use the bathroom but when the lady came out, he walked in, looked around and then came back out. Throughout this whole ordeal no one ever came to take an order from us therefore we decided to leave. Hope this helps someone else read more

We finished my husband's 50th birthday celebration with a one night stay on the oceanfront before heading back home. He's a bourbon drinker and Repeal was literally right across the street from our hotel. My husband loves an Old Fashioned and said that this is one of the best that he's EVER had. He just ordered the classic old fashioned and let the bartender do his thing. Their selection of bourbon was impressive. We only got the pork belly burnt ends and they were amazing with a side of fries. Hubby rates the Old Fashioned and Burnt ends a definite 10/10, must try!! read more

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My husband and I tried Repeal during a recent trip. We had the poutine, burgers, and truffle macaroni and cheese. The burgers were the star of the meal and had great flavor. The Mac and cheese was second and also tasted great. The fries are breaded; I would pass on these if we eat here again. read more

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My Uber driver recommended Repeal Bourbons and Burgers, saying it had the best burgers on the strip. I had to check it out! The inside is small with a bar, I chose to sit outside. After dealing with a few bugs, I regretted my choice. The waiter was cheerful and pleasant. I ordered The Classic for $15.00, all burgers come with chips or fries. The burger was large, and it had too many pickles for my liking, it was juicy, and the fries were crisp. I got full quickly. Although I wouldn't say it was the best burger, it was close. read more

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I came here for dinner on a Tuesday and I got one of their special burger which had pork, pimento cheese, onion, and bbq sauce ($17) with a side of Mac n cheese (+$2) . The daiquiri ($13) came out in about 6 minute and it was a strong drink! Food then came out in about 15 minutes. The burger was quite huge with the combination of pork and beef. I had to deconstruct the burger a bit to eat it, but the burger itself was very juicy and crispy. The pimento cheese was a very good addition to it. Staff were friendly. Overall I had a good experience here and would come back again ! Food(50%): 8.3 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 7.7 Overall: 8.0/10 read more

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Great divey feel for this spot. Menu is simple but well executed. Service was very attentive. Crab balls for a starter were some of the best I have ever had. The 3 burgers we tried the huntsman, californication and the peanut butter one were all very good flavor wise. But 4 stars because they were all over done. The medium wells were well done and my medium was medium well. Which shocked me because "burger" is in the name. The fries however excellent. The sweet potato ones have sugar on them though which was a surprise. I got truffle parm on mine and they were so so good. It's a cozy dark welcoming spot to sip some whiskey and have a burger just order one below your normal liking. read more

Just off the boardwalk this quaint little burger place was an ideal for us to grab dinner. The burgers are thick and cooked to order. I couldn't even finish mine. Food came quick and we had friendly service. Good flavor and if you like a bourbon they had many to choose from. It was a good choice. ( sorry... I forgot to click a photo of my burger) read more

I've had Repeal on my list of places to try for quite some time and since my friend and I were in the area on a Friday evening, we decided to stop in. The hostess, Jayden, told us that it would be a 35-40 minute wait for the two of us. I thought that was a bit odd considering there were two open booths available. We were told those booths were saved for larger parties. Umm ok. We asked if we could sit at the bar but were still told that the wait for our food would probably be very long...we took our chances. After looking over the menu, the sweet bartender told us we definitely could order at the bar and was unsure why we were advised otherwise. We started with some cocktails and appetizers. I ordered the Brussels Sprouts and the Pork Belly Burnt Ends. Both were just okay. I also ordered The Huntsman with Truffle Fries while my friend ordered The Classic with Truffle Mac n Cheese. Our burgers were served within a decent time but unfortunately were not prepared to our liking. We both requested "medium well" and both burgers were well done. Unfortunately since my friends was overly cooked, she had to return it and they removed it from her bill. My burger was pretty decent. Even though it was well done, the bacon burger aioli, Dr.Pepper BBQ and the Tabasco onion strings made it tasty. I thoroughly enjoyed the Truffle Fries and the Truffle Mac n Cheese wasn't bad either. Unfortunately, no one checked on us until we were almost finished with our food, but maybe it was due to them being short staffed. As I went to pay for my meal, we were told to check out the speakeasy that was in the alley right behind Repeal. As we left, I did notice a couple and their, small child sitting at one of the booths that we were told we couldn't sit at. Very interesting. We did stop at the speakeasy. It's literally at the end of the alley right by the restaurant with a red light outside the door. I believe it's only open on weekends. It was a cute little spot that served drinks and snacks. I inquired about their dessert and unfortunately, they didn't have any. I wish we had a better experience at Repeal, especially since I've read nothing but great things about their burgers. I'm not sure if I will return but I hope they can improve their service. read more

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Visited Repeal Bourbon & Burgers with a friend -- we were both in the mood for a solid burger and figured we'd try somewhere new. The reviews looked promising, but unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the hype. Oceanfront tip: if you're going on a weekend when something's happening down there -- don't forget about parking. It was a mess. We had to pay $20 and walk several blocks since the restaurant doesn't have its own lot. When we arrived, it wasn't packed, but the hostess still told us there'd be a 30-minute wait. We spotted two empty seats at the bar and asked if we could just sit there. She said yes, but warned us the kitchen was slammed and we might not be able to get food quickly. I even overheard her whisper to a waitress something like "they're just waiting on a table anyway" -- like they weren't going to bother serving us, which felt unprofessional. Thankfully, the bartender was the bright spot. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and made decent drink recommendations. We ordered cocktails and eventually went ahead and placed food orders at the bar. I ordered a classic burger with some add-ons; my friend got one of their loaded ones. We shared fries, Brussels sprouts, and mac & cheese. The fries were hands down the best part of the meal. The burgers? Both severely overcooked. Mine was dry, hard, and completely overdone -- closer to a hockey puck than anything I'd want to eat. My friend's was also overdone, but had enough toppings to cover it up a bit. It took forever before anyone checked on us, and when I shared the issue, it felt like they took it personally instead of handling it with care. By that time, we were ready to pay and leave. And then the biggest red flag of the night: while we were still sitting at the bar, a waitress came over to refill the fruit tray behind the bar -- bare hands, no gloves, touching everything with her fingers. No handwashing. No tongs. Just casually manhandling the fruit that goes into drinks. That moment completely turned us off. Before we left, we were encouraged to check out their Speakeasy in the back, which is actually really cute -- dark, moody lighting, cozy seating, and vintage vibes. We thought about grabbing dessert there, but even though we were handed a dessert menu, the waitress told us they didn't actually have any desserts available. Final note: we realized this spot wasn't even a contestant in the big Burger Battle Fest we went to the weekend before. And honestly? After that meal... we see why. Repeal has a good look and a great hidden lounge, but food quality, cleanliness, and service need work. I might go back for drinks in the Speakeasy, but definitely not for dinner. read more

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Repeal will always be a favorite local spot to visit. My most recent visit here was right before attending the Shaboozey concert at The Dome, and this was the best way to get into the Shaboozey mood. Their burgers always hit the spot and they have great drink options. The servers have always been attentive and the place has such a settle, laidback vibe. read more

Repeal Bourbons and Burgers - Californication with Sweet Potato fries - Burgers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Came here many years ago (maybe 2017?) while visiting VA beach but now that we moved to the area I was happy they were still in business! I had the seasonal burger that had some sort of apple jam, white cheddar cheese, and other toppings. It was very different and unlike any burger I've had before. My sweet potato fries were delicious as well. They have a great selection of bourbon. We had some straight as well as an old fashioned. To me, the old fashioned was a bit too sweet, but the flavor was very good nonetheless. I would just order mine less sweet next time. Our waitress was very attentive and there were no issues with service. We were able to enjoy the nice day and sat outside to eat. It is right off the main strip of oceanfront so we walked some of the beach after. Definitely happy this place is still here and will be back!! read more

Outstanding burgers! The Silly Gringo and Al Capone were outstanding burgers! And the pretzel and spicy cheese sauce was a great starter. Highly recommend this place and will definitely visit again on out next trip. read more

Repeal definitely has the bourbon and good service, but was lacking a bit on the food end. Here's the deal: It's a small restaurant able to see 6-7 parties inside with booth, table and hight top seating plus the bar seating. It offers a relaxed, informal atmosphere with no TVs which I am thankful for- it made the experience much more friendly and conversational. Parking is paid - either on the street or in a lot across the street. Service was very friendly with staff are happy to make recommendations. They are not in a hurry to serve and get you out which was great. The restaurant has an awesome bourbon selection with a great variety of bitters for unique tastes- if bourbon is your thing this is your place. Also served is a small wine selection and approximately six beers on tap. Burgers are the entree and each is unique with very different toppings with the option of beef, turkey or vegetarian patties. Sides are fries, sweet potato fries or kettle chips. While offering some unique burger creations I was not a fan of most of the selections. We tried a mushroom and then a "Capone" which is a Parmesan crusted tomato and pesto option. Both were very rich, salty and the flavors a bit of a let down. Overall a three star experience the food being the only real outlier in our experience. Happy eating! read more

I was a little apprehensive coming over here for dinner on Tuesday night; I was in town for a brief business trip and Virginia Beach in November is not an ideal situation in many ways. Most of the places I walked by were closed for the season (understandably so) and/or were basically just cheap, crappy boardwalk stuff. When I got to the door of Repeal, there was a sign literally warning me that I wasn't going to find pizza or similar food on the premises. Honestly? Felt better immediately and walked in. This was a very comfortable bar/restaurant. It's pretty tiny though I imagine in warmer weather it's a little better in that regard with the addition of the outdoor seating area. The bartender told me I could sit at one of the empty tables or at the bar, and I chose the latter. Pretty busy in there - I think it was about 5:30pm or so. Looked to be a solid mix of locals and visitors, which wasn't too surprising given the limited options in the area. Bourbon is in the name of this establishment, so that was my first stop. This was the first time I've encountered a build your own Old-Fashioned section of a menu, but I certainly hope it's not the last. I opted for one featuring Angel's Envy, and my bitters selection (yes, you had that option as well) was the bartender's specific recommendation, Elemakule Tiki, or cinnamon/all spice. Honestly delicious on all fronts. If I hadn't had to be a grownup wearing a blazer the next morning, that might have been a multiple cocktail situation. Really hit the spot on a nippy evening. It felt important to order some sustenance as well, so I got a plain Huntsman (elk, boar, wagyu and bison patty) with a side of truffle mac and cheese. Honestly, this is where they lost me a little. In what to me is a self-inflicted wound, they've made the choice to utilize pre-made frozen patties. And you can tell. I got what I assume is considered the highest standard burger patty they have and it was just okay. A little too greasy and not as flavorful as you'd want from a quality piece of cattle. A bit disappointing; for a restaurant that does go out of its way to promote its gastropub vibes, this feels like a very obvious fix to me. The truffle mac was in the same genre and the top layer of cheese was a little rubbery. Hard to go wrong overall with the truffle flavor though. I do want to make it clear - the food wasn't bad but you expect better when you walk in, especially given the attention they've paid to the whiskey. The service was excellent. As mentioned, the bartender gave me a great bitters recommendation and every staff member I interacted with was attentive and stopped by regularly to check in on me. There were a lot of conversations nearby that indicated I was not getting special treatment in that regard, unquestionably a good thing. The price point was super competitive as well; I think the drink was actually cheaper than the burger, which is not typical for my experiences, but the total cost was in the $30s - really not bad at all. A definite recommend, especially given its nearby, pretty much non-existent competition. This would be pretty much perfect if the food was as good as the Old-Fashioned. Hopefully the burgers become made to order in the near future. read more

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I always do a drop in before I try an establishment. I dropped in earlier that day to find it and look inside. I came back after work t eat. I had the Classic Cheese burger with bacon and a side of Mac and cheese. When I say that Mac and cheese was all that!!! The burger was cooked perfectly and nice size. All the workers were cool with fun vibes. I'm sure I'll be back. Not to mention the speakeasy tucked away in the cut. read more

Best burgers I've had!! My girlfriend and I enjoyed it so much on vacation!! Definitely coming back next year!!

Great food, great service by Mike and the team and the best bourbons! Sweet potato fries, Brussels, pork belly burnt ends, and Bomb Mi Burger did not disappoint! Come on give it a try.. top notch! read more

The burger options were a mix of unique and rare, along with a standard. The portion was large but addictively good. The wait staff all worked together and even with a squirming 7 month old my husband and I had a wonderful dinner! He enjoyed his rye old fashioned. We sat outside and even in heat and humidity had a great meal. I would absolutely come back...and we may for a lunch of apps because they looked awesome on the other tables. I had the Capone which I now want to recreate and my husband had the Fire and Brimstone. The bacon dusted fries tastes more like brown sugar, but the sun dried tomato dusted had an extra level of salty flavor that complemented the Capone. read more

Good: most of our food was tasty. The place was cute! Bad: price (other local places were more reasonable) service, our hostess and one of the servers were not happy to be at work. The place was SO hot. read more

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Buckle in for the story I'm about to tell you. I've been coming here for the past three years now. And I mean three years- go back and look I've made multiple reviews. I loved this place for their delicious burgers, their fries, and their quick service. I was disappointed when my meal came out and it was not what I was used to. The burger was disappointing, lacking flavor and the fries were different than what we were used to. I'm wondering if their management changed or if the economy put pressure on their ingredients or what because nobody notified us. We are probably the most regular regular this place has and we were blindsided. I don't know if I'll be back. Yes we did eat everything. Yes the service is spectacular and incredible, but I encourage them to go back to their ways. read more

Repeal Bourbons and Burgers - love. post burger bliss - Burgers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Five of us had lunch here. We were there in the off season so parking and line were no issue. However, this place is VERY small inside so my guess is that it is packed all summer with lines. They have a large bourbon offering and a couple of beers on draft as well. We all ordered a different burger for lunch. They were all good but a little on the small side IMO. However, we had a good time and the service was good. read more

Repeal Bourbons and Burgers - Burgers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Simple food menu. Great drinks. Great atmosphere. Attentive service. Definitely would come back. Had an old fashion and a burger.

We've eaten at Repeal many times and have always enjoyed their burgers -- they really are some of the best around. Unfortunately, our visit on October 15, 2025, was completely ruined. In the middle of our meal, my husband suddenly said, "Don't move," grabbed a napkin, and killed a large roach crawling on the back of the booth where I was sitting. He showed it to our waiter, who just said, "I'm sorry," and took our appetizer off the bill. That was it. Honestly, that kind of response doesn't begin to address the problem. Seeing a roach in the dining area is disturbing enough, but realizing that management's solution is a free appetizer makes it even worse. We've always been loyal customers, but this was our last visit. Repeal really needs a serious deep cleaning and pest control intervention. Such a shame -- it used to be one of our favorite spots. read more

Repeal Bourbons and Burgers - Burgers, fries and bacon dust. - Burgers Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Good thing we can only come here once every few years to indulge in the calorific gooey goodness that is the bourbon gravy, cheese curd heavy, with an egg on top poutine. Aka a heart attack on a plate. Absolutely delicious paired with the smoky spicy pork belly burnt ends. Low key vibe, great food. Live dangerously and check out this cozy restaurant. read more

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Place looked great and was excited to try it after checking out menu on Uber Eats and confirming they offered a smash burger . Upon arriving I was told they could not make this and would not modify their burgers, understand but can't say I like to eat 1/2 lb of undercooked ground beef or alternatively an overcooked hockey puck. I was really extra excited to try the old fashioned but upon letting them know I would find something else to eat they dumped out my drink assuming I didn't want that either. So really nothing to review other than wasted time and disappointment read more

Get. The. Crab. Balls. Enough said :) Incredible. They come with arugula, pickled onion, and a creamy dressing that makes the perfect bite. I wasn't impressed by their burgers...surprisingly, but the truffle fries were delicious. Service was excellent. I will definitely be back. read more

This is a nice stop when coming onto the beach front, just a few feet from the coastal vibes, with great service and even greater food, I love their fries their crabcakes and their drinks, I couldn't even describe the flavors but the patty was juicy and delicious. This was a must try again!! read more

Food: 10 outta 10 ^ served hot a. Bourbon Beer Cheese - Basil Hayden Bourbon, Local IPA, Pretzel Bread b. Pork Belly Burnt Ends - Korean BBQ Sauce, Sesame seeds, scallions Service: a. Seated promptly b. Great bourbon recommendations Ambiance: a. Clean (indoor/outdoor) b. Loud/bustling This is a must see if you're in the area read more

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The hamburgers were out of this world flavorful. Had the blackened burger and the combination of flavors was awesome.

Repeal Bourbon & Burgers has a cool atmosphere and a strong bourbon selection! The burgers are flavorful but can be hit or miss depending on the visit. Service tends to be slow during busy hours which affects the experience. Prices feel a bit high for what you get. Overall, it's an average spot that's worth trying once! read more

Thursday 8/15/2024 I made a takeout order via DoorDash and got the fire & brimstone burger $15 with a 2$ add on for the Mac n cheese. - The fire & brimstone burger was good. It was juicy and has a nice flavor profile due to the spice level & flavor from the ingredients. - The Mac n cheese was a great surprise as it was really good. It's a white cheddar Mac n cheese that's creamy but not overly cheesy. Depsite the price tag being a rather expensive for my taste, I can't deny that the food was pretty good. read more

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Rude waitstaff, had plenty of open tables but would only seat us at high top table with a toddler. We asked to sit at a lower table and they told us no. We ended up leaving and going to the pizza spot next door and it was delicious read more

This burger was juicy, delicious, and cooked just right!! I had the pugilist with bleu cheese and garlic aioli...chefs kiss! The fries were fresh and had just the right amount of truffle parm. I ate them all. We also got the lettuce wraps and I tried out the Plymouth Rock which was excellent. Parking can be tricky but we found a spot on one of the side streets. The dining area is also small and was easily packed on a rainy day but service was quick and we were seated fast! This place is well worth the visit for these burgers! read more

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** 4.5 Believe the hype-- the Pugulist burger really is THAT good! The burger is thick and well-seasoned and the blue cheese, blackening seasoning, and garlic aioli combo take the flavor to the next level! Chef John does his THING in the kitchen! Three pro tips: 1) add crispy onion strings, 2) order medium RARE if you really want a nice pink center, medium was a bit over, so not as juicy as we'd hoped, but still so good, and 3) skip the side salad and get the truffle parm fries! Derrick is a great server and makes a nice Old Fashioned! Overall, a fantastic meal! read more