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    Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas

    4.2 (487 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    STILL WORLDLY ECLECTIC TAPAS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Robert S.

    What a GEM to find this place while on a work trip. The atmosphere is speakeasy like, warm & cozy. The service is friendly and efficient. Kasa was my server and she was helpful in choosing some amazing dishes. The restaurant is small plates or tapas which is nice to be able to sample more of the amazing menu. I ordered the pearadox cocktail which was tasty. My first dish was the squash bisque (didn't get a picture because it smelled too good and I finished it fast). It was an incredible mash up of squash, peanut and coconut crème. There were some red peppers afloat and a little kick to it as well. My second dish was a signature of Chef Ty, the roasted roots and squash. Delicious root vegetables and squash, with some crème and dukkah. I could have eaten two or three plates. My final dish was the braised beef and fry bread. Imagine a cloud of puff pastry filled with the most delicious and tender beef you ever have eaten. I really wanted to try some dessert but just couldn't bring myself to do so. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area or VA Beach too, not too far away. I will hopefully return my next time through. Compliments to Chef Ty and the establishment owners for an excellent experience from beginning to end.

    If these walls could talk!
    Juliet H.

    The hubs and I stopped by for a nightcap and truly enjoyed the cocktails and the speakeasy vibe at STILL. The bartender was very kind and knowledgeable of the menu. We stayed for one round, tried the Old Fashioned and Mule, and left looking forward to our next visit.

    Meatloaf
    Lauren P.

    We struck gold with this bone marrow topped with chimichurri and parmesan. The bread was toasted just right--crisp yet soft enough to soak up every bit of richness. The bison meatloaf with gruyere mash was devoured alongside the tender bison sliders with caramelized onions. The Honey & Fire cocktail captured the moody allure of the vintage speakeasy vibe to top off the meal. The service was not bad. Our waitress was busy but she was still able to answer some of our questions.

    Victoria D.

    If you're looking for a unique dining experience in Portsmouth, Still Worldly Electric Tapas is a must visit. It's located downstairs in an old house, which gives the ambiance of cozy charm with a rustic feel. The all tapas menu means everything arrives fresh, and as soon as it's ready, which keeps the excitement going and the flavors constantly flowing. Our group of four went all out and ordered a generous selection of dishes it share To start, of course I ordered the espresso martini. 10/10. I love when places offer it with our without baileys. Personally, I love it without. Perfect way to start the evening. The crab dip was served with jumbo lump crab with old bay, served with perfectly crisp crostini that made each bite tasty. I love a good crab dip, and this one definitely hit the spot. The baked brie was oozing with truffle and honey! Topped on top of a crispy baguette, it was the perfect balance of flavors. My friends ordered the beef tartare served with sharp Dijon, briny capers, and silky egg. Not my style, but they enjoyed it! The star of the night was the scallops. Three scallops, served in a white wine sauce packed with flavor, fresh chive oil, and salmon roe. So much flavor in this dish, I loved it. The chicken piccata a close second favorite. Topped over homemade fettuccine with parmesan, lemon and capers. To finish, we enjoyed the bread pudding! It was warm, tasty and not too sweet. We all indulged in this one. Service was absolutely top notch! Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food. Every interaction felt personal and attentive. Can't wait to return!

    Vegetable Dumplings...good, sauce could have been kicked up.
    Angela L.

    We brought friends in from Boston here, looking for a place we could kick back and chat and not feel stuffy. This was the place. Great relaxing vibe. The waitstaff was amazing, very informative and patient. The cocktails were FANTASTIC, though not consistent. The food was good but it's more a place to go for chatting & nibbling, you're not leaving feeling overfed. We will be back, if just for the bar!

    Raspberry cobbler.
    Alison M.

    We enjoyed Still! Great vibes and unique downstairs speakeasy vibes... they have an expansive wrap-around bar area with tons of bar seating and then high-top and couches to hang out. We dined in the main dining room and our server, Christopher, was excellent. He paid just enough attention to us, was able to answer easy questions, and quickly resolved any issues we had. The food was so-so... probably a 3. But the ambiance, bar and service were solid 5 so I'm rounding up to 3.8-4. We had: -a few mocktails and whiskey drinks - great prices and huge selection of whiskey and wine -crab dip -halloumi caprese -veggie dumplings -seared tuna -bison meatloaf -raspberry cobbler The crab dip was SO salty. Toast points were delicious and perfectly toasted but the dip itself was sooooo salty. The dumplings and capers were very good. Tuna and bison meatloaf were delish. We asked for the tuna to be medium/well/well bc I'm pregnant and it wasn't right at first, but was quickly remedied by the kitchen. VERY good and served with a side of seaweed salad. The raspberry cobbler was disappointing. Next time, we'd go with the whiskey bread pudding. It was served as two little cups... kind'a plain and not that special. All in all - unique and fun. We'd love to come back and hang at the bar and get some apps. Parking was easy on the street or a nearby lot.

    Stephanie S.

    I went here for the first time in ages, and I was so pleased with the food and service!! Everything was absolutely delicious. The vibe in Still is oh so chill. It puts you in the mind of a speakeasy, but with good food to match the specially crafted spirits. Most of their items that have breading are gluten-free friendly, and all of their pasta is gluten-free, which made me ecstatic! The calamari was cooked perfectly. There was just the right amount of crunch without being too hard. The maple bourbon glazed carrots were quite tasty - I even shared with my group. The bacon-wrapped tots are a must -- even if you don't eat pork, I mean it's bacon people!! The lamb was cooked perfectly and served with goat cheese, Brussel sprouts and fig jam...yum yum yum! I also had a Spiced Cranberry Rita, which had cranberry and cinnamon so it reminded me of a holiday sangria. They have a good amount of seating and can even accommodate a large group. Check it out!! You won't be disappointed!!

    Vanilla bourbon creme brulee
    Katie V.

    So you walk in and it definitely hits all the marks for a speakeasy, kinda hidden door, a little walkway down into the restaurant makes you feel like you are away from the world. It's a great place for a date but at the same time I could literally hear everything the couple next to our group was talking about because our tables were almost on top of each other. Service was quick and efficient without being overwhelmingly on top of us. They tell you a head of time that it's tapas, so small portions and no order as to when the food comes out just when it's ready. But everything was fresh and delicious so I'm alright with it. The drinks were very artistic, some tasty others not so much, in some cases my friends said they were hard pressed to spend 13$ for that cocktail when the amount of alcohol was low but on the flip side others were very strong and definitely worth the price tag. So kinda split on the drinks. Now the food. ..omg delicious. I had the fillet rare and I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Perfectly cooked, the potatoes with it were delicious, and the sauce mmmm *chefs kiss* the creme brulee was delicious though the hard shell was not as caramelized as I'd like no crack when I struck the top. Maybe a heavier hand on the sugar needed? But I'd definitely order it again as the flavor was magnificent.

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    We always have a great time when eating here. The food and service are top notch. I would highly recommend coming here for a nice dinner.

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    Great menu for gluten free choices. My steak was so tender. Good service and delicious food!

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