Overall, I'd say the lobster roll was pretty good but pricy -…read more GOOD: it had a good amount of lobster and was nice and had a little butter on there. The roll part of the lobster roll was about the size/shape of a small hotdog bun. The lobster roll comes with a bag of chips and a drink. LESS GOOD: This is my first lobster roll in the area, but it was $30! Not sure if that's the normal price around but wow that's pretty expensive. If you're looking for a lobster roll, and you're in the area and willing to drop 30 bucks, this is a good choice.

Everytime I drive down Battlefield Blvd. I see this food truck and I'm mad that this is the first…read moretime I have stopped. I love love love fresh seafood, especially lobster and this food truck did not disappoint. I got the small lobster roll (3 ounces). Warm with butter and it was Amazing. The roll oh my warm, buttered and toasted to perfection! A Fresh, flavorful and overall delicious sandwich. The small was about 18 dollars and it came with a bag of chips. Always plenty of parking and the ladies that took my order were personable and kind! I can't wait for another sandwich. Now I need to try the cold one with mayo.

Great service, good food. Perfect family spot for those looking for a good seafood dish.read more

we have been a fan for years. its unusual to have a bad dining experience there. hush puppies were…read moreraw in the center. the baked potato wasn't warm enough to melt the soft butter, the coleslaw was void of any familiar flavor I was expecting from coleslaw. We waited to inform our waitress, but service was bad. she came by to refill our iced tea, as we were waiting for the bill so we could get outta there. our waitress explained she was busy because she was also the manager that day. $90 for 3 people. today's trip was not worth it. we'll try again, just gonna give them a couple months.

So, we are new to the area and told NOT to go here, but we did anyway. We are glad we did! No…read morefrills shot and a beer type place with really, really good food. One of the best chicken sandwiches I have ever had (grilled, jerk chicken). Chicken skin are awesome too! AWESOME desserts as well! You really should try this place out. Great service and great food...what fan go wrong? Stop in!

First time trying. A bit confusing when you come in. Was it a bar? Was it a restaurant? Was it…read moreboth? Very loud inside and limited seating as it is definitely a bar more than a restaurant. My husband and I both got the special which was the turkey and Swiss on sour dough. He got the fries as a side and I got a side salad. The food was amazing and the portion sizes are on point there. Kudos for the cooks in the back for sure! The waitress was very sweet and attentive as well.

This place surprised me! The pictures on Yelp did not do it justice…read more We got there 10 minutes before happy hour ended so we were able to squeeze in $7 strawberry mojito and $9 ceviche Mahi Mahi. The mojito was great. Not too sweet and you can taste the mint. My husband got the Oaxaca old fashion which he said was good. The ceviche's presentation looked disappointing but the flavors made up for it. The sauce was very flavorful and complimented the mahi mahi very well. My husband said it was the best ceviche he's ever had For entrees I got the 10 oz picanha. They actually give you two pieces of steak and I took the other one home. It was cooked perfectly to a medium rare with great smokiness. The green beans were a little salty. The yuca was good. My husband liked the filet but I think the picanha was better. Out of all the sauces we chose the chimichurri sauce which complimented the steaks very well. Service was really quick and attentive.

They take reservations! Yay!…read more This place has plenty of parking which is nice. We had never tried this place before so I didn't know what to expect. I ordered the picanha tacos with rice. It was delicious! I wish the tacos had some kind of sauce on top, maybe like a chimichurri sauce? The service was pretty good. The inside set up is a bit wonky and sometimes the sun comes in through the windows blinding you. We had to move tables. I'd go back!

My husband and I love a good seafood boil, so we are regulars at Pier 88. I usually get the crab…read morelegs with added sausage, and he goes for the shrimp with no head. We always split a side of white rice and mix it with the sauce to soak up all the flavor. So good. Service is usually fast, which is great when we're really hungry and want something quick. Another bonus: they have Coke Zero, which most restaurants don't have as a fountain drink. We get the hushpuppies as an app, which taste great, though the downside is that they only offer liquid butter. But that doesn't stop us from coming back!

If I could give 0 stars I would. Came into the establishment and was ignored for about 5 minutes…read moredespite there being two employees standing there. One employee did not look happy to be there and had her AirPods in. The employee behind the desk was on FaceTime. We were asked if we were dining in finally and were seated in the waiting area. A lovely server came over and took us to our seats, but then we sat for about 15 minutes with no interaction from any staff. The people at the table next to us waved someone down and asked where their server was. The person then replied "I don't know where she is but I can try to take your order". Unfortunately the food could be fantastic but we will never know due to the very poor customer service. Very disappointed because we were very excited to try this place.

My wife and I have been enjoying The Butcher's Son more often. It is not that often that we can…read moremake their early bird special but every now and then we can. It is a fantastic deal at $15. The special lets you choose from 10oz pork chop, 8oz stuffed chicken or a 6oz sirloin each with two sides included. This week I did the 10oz pork chop and went with their recommended cooked level of medium. It was juicy and tender. My sides were the cucumber salad and the mashed potato, both delicious! Anna was our server, and she couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Sometimes Early bird specials means the staff is not at their optimum but not at Butcher's Son! Our meals came out in a good amount of time. Five stars were earned on both the meal and the service!

We enjoyed a tasty Early Bird Special dinner this evening. The Butcher's Son has a great menu. This…read moreweek we opted for the 8oz chicken and 10oz pork chop as our proteins. Anna was our server, and she was friendly and attentive. She took time to review the dessert options and we were very satisfied with the Chocolate bourbon bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. It was a dessert more than enough for the two of us! We highly recommend it! The Butcher's Son has a wonderful casual vibe and it also offers an elevated celebratory atmosphere, too.

Wonderful place! We've had a great experience every time we've been the food has been wonderful, I…read moreabsolutely love the fish and chips (mahi mahi) and the crab stuff, avocado. The vibe is definitely why we go there. The view is relaxing and beautiful, and the bartender in the back. Sarah is amazing.

To start, I was able to call and immediately make a reservation for the time I needed on a Friday…read moreevening. As soon as I hung up I received a notification text. The night before I received a confirmation text. I appreciate the old school communication. The parking lot is small. I am disabled and had to park in the lot across the street because there was absolutely no parking available. (The missing 5th star) When we arrived we were immediately seated. The restaurant is quaint. The staff is friendly and welcoming. From the guest in our party: The Fried Flounder was DELICIOUS!! On and off the sandwich. Perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection. The Yardbird sandwich was pretty good as well. The jambalaya on the other hand not so much (the chicken was hard). The fries were delicious as well. After we ate we discovered the outside atmosphere which is right on the water. They had a live band which was amazing. They had jenga, cornhole, gliding dinner tables, a fire pit, an entire other bar. It was a great surprise. My cousin had the best time for her birthday celebration Thank you for being such a great experience.

The Barrel Room in Chesapeake is one of those places that just gets it right. The atmosphere is…read moregreat, the drinks are consistently excellent, and the bartenders are true mixologists... not just people pouring drinks. They know what they're doing, they care about the craft, and they make the whole experience feel personal without trying too hard. It's become one of my favorite spots because it has that perfect mix of laid-back, elevated, and welcoming. Great place to grab a well-made cocktail, relax, and enjoy a bar that actually feels like it has some character.

Pleasantly surprised! We stopped in here for a girls night prior to seeing a movie and had a nice…read moremeal. Casual space but could be visited for a more special occasion, especially since there doesn't seem to be a ton in the area. Service was very friendly and welcoming. We were a party of 6 and our server handled it with ease. Side salad was great, as was the pork chop. I felt that the truffle fries were mediocre. Brussels on the other hand were great! Loved that the chef (or maybe owner) came around and checked in personally on each table.

This place is in the middle no where Chesapeake, near the marina…read more The outside doesn't looks like much but the food makes up for it. Everything we ordered from the appetizers, to the drinks, to the entrees.. everything was delicious. The view is also beautiful from the restaurant. Service was great and the food came out fast. Definitely recommend for a special occasion or a date night.

Talk about a hidden gem in an out-of-the-way place, that's Amber Lantern. Apparently, the new…read moreVeterans Toll Bridge took away the old entrance to this restaurant. You turn down Bainbridge Point at the other end, then drive to the end of the street and voilà, there Amber Lantern is. Some friends who live in Chesapeake highly recommended this restaurant to us. The North Dining Room has the view of an Elizabeth River back inlet area. Our waitress was very friendly, personable with excellent attentive service. The ambiance is classic refined fine dining without the dress code. We started with two cups of their Crab Bisque. Warm, creamy and delicious. Our entrees were very generous. My Fried Oysters dish was a dozen and a half lightly breaded perfectly fried oysters with a side of thinly sliced dill pickles - which I found unusual - and a pleasant side of Aioli for the oysters. Also, some very perfectly cooked asparagus spears with some crunch still in them. If you like oysters, this is your dish. I also ordered a flight of 4 select beers from an extensive list. My wife enjoyed the Chef Special of the Night, Shrimp Tortellini. Oversize Cheese Tortellini with big perfectly cooked butterflied shrimp throughout the pasta tossed in a creamy white sauce, with a glass of Sangria. She loved this dish. We shared a slice of their Coconut Cream Bombe Cake - awesome. Moist coconut cake with sweet coconut custard, covered in butter cream and shredded coconut. A real winner. A very pleasant dining experience. We will be back.

A dinner at Court House Cafe in the Great Bridge section of Chesapeake is a reminder of why certain…read morelocal institutions endure. Consistency--both in the kitchen and in the dining room--has made this longtime favorite a reliable choice for those who value substance over flash. The service reflects that same steadiness. The staff is welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable without being overbearing--always ready with thoughtful suggestions for anyone navigating the menu. I began with the garden salad, a straightforward but well-executed mix of fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet Vidalia onions, finished with housemade croutons and a balanced balsamic vinaigrette. It's a simple dish done right, which sets the tone for what follows. The she-crab soup--an award-winning staple--delivers exactly what you hope for in a classic rendition. Rich, velvety, and deeply satisfying, it's best enjoyed in a cup unless you plan on making it the centerpiece of your meal. For the entrée, the French Dip stands out as a clear highlight. Built on a soft roll and filled with thinly sliced prime rib--slow-roasted to achieve both tenderness and depth of flavor--it's served with a properly seasoned au jus that brings the entire sandwich together. It's a dish that leans on quality ingredients and careful execution rather than unnecessary embellishment, and it succeeds because of it. Court House Café continues to earn its reputation the right way: consistent food, thoughtful service, and an atmosphere that feels rooted in the community it serves. In a dining landscape often chasing trends, this is a place that understands the value of doing the fundamentals exceptionally well--and doing them every time.

I may sound bias because I'm from Great Bridge but I consider myself a connoisseur of sandwiches…read moreand one of my favorite sandwiches is a pastrami reuben. Court House Cafe's reuben is THE best reuben sandwich I've ever had. The pastrami is tender and doesn't get caught up in between your teeth like other places and just enough sauerkraut to not be overbearing. The steak fries are always hot and crisp. My only gripe is that I prefer Heinz ketchup with my fries which they do not have. The service is always top notch and the girls there are always friendly. My drink was never empty. Now, wait times may vary but it is worth the wait.