Fun, fresh, home made. Happy, happy atmosphere. The two girls that are owner/operators ( Rachel &…read moreKhyber) are super upbeat & friendly. Terrific customer service!!

Fantastic food truck owned and operated by locals. Menu changes but food is always delicious…read more Definitely worth the time to drop by and hang out on the deck with the parrot.

Absolutely great cooked as you order food. Local small restaurant attached to gas station and small…read morestore. Went for lunch. Table of police officers eating near us. To me that's proof of good food. My wife had a club sandwich. Too big to finish. It looked excellent but my bbq sandwich was a good size, I had no room to help finish her sandwich. If this place was near my home I'd be a regular. Careful ordering, portions are generous. I consider Sting Ray a home run.

I had the misfortune of having dinner at Sting Ray's last night. The fried oysters were horrible…read more They weren't even whole oysters. They were tiny pieces of oyster that were almost invisible in the breading. They also tasted horrible and gave me an upset stomach the rest of the evening. Quite possibly the worst dinner I've ever had. On top of this, the service was painfully slow. It will be a cold day in hell before I eat there again.

If you're spending a day on Virginia's Eastern Shore, Cape Charles Brewing Company is absolutely…read moreworth a stop. We popped in for a casual beer break, and it quickly turned into one of the highlights of the day. The space itself is gorgeous! It's open, airy and designed with a laid-back coastal vibe that fits Cape Charles perfectly. You order both beer and food inside at the counter, which keeps things easy and low- key. I went with the Pilsner, and it was exactly what I wanted, perfect after a day out exploring. Their beer list has something for everyone, whether you're into lighter options or something with a bit more depth. We didn't order food this time, but everything coming out of the kitchen looked incredible. They've got plenty of options like burgers, nachos, and other brewery favorites that definitely seemed worth trying next time. What really stood out was the atmosphere. There was so much going on in the best way. They had a dog adoption event happening outside while we were there, which added such a fun, community-driven vibe. They also host live music and other events regularly, so it feels like there's always something to check out. The outdoor space is huge and perfect if you're with a group or bringing kids. There's a fire pit, games like cornhole, and plenty of room to spread out and hang for a while. Definitely the kind of place you plan to stop at for one drink and end up staying much longer. I will be adding this to my must visit list anytime I'm on the Eastern Shore.

Every town needs a little brewery to relax and blow off some steam and all too often those…read morebreweries fall below the standard of what you might want. Coming from Northern Virginia, my standard for breweries is high and Cape Charles Brewing more than meets (surpasses) that standard. Their beer is absolutely wonderful and their selection of food is delicious and perfect for beer-drinking fun. They have a nice little outdoor seating area and some picnic benches with some games/activities for the kids. How can you want more??

Hotdogs were good. Chili and cheese on top of it made it even better. But the most remarkable thing…read morewas how hard the owner worked his food cart! Go and support this young guy!

We came for Easter Brunch, The food was excellent! I'm…read morevegan, so I had the grilled cabbage with curry sauce and peanut. The sauce was flavorful and smooth not overwhelming. My mom had the steak Diane and my boyfriend had chicken and waffles, they were both very pleased. We also had the key lime pie and the flourless chocolate tart ! The service was very good, we didn't have to wait too long for the food... a decent amount of kids . they had an Easter egg hunt . Plenty of parking ! They just painted the place so it looks very nice .

Visited on a Friday evening and waited about 15 min for a table. It's a beautiful area with amazing…read moresunset views. They were short staffed but our servers was so sweet, attentive, and the runners brought drinks and food in a timely manner. The best two items I tried were the hush puppies and bread pudding. Burger wasn't bad but the patty's weren't smashed very thin and it was too messy with the sauce (I recommend getting the sauce on the side). Overall we had a great experience and I would return!

We've been coming to the Shanty since 2018. On our first visits, the food was incredible - we came…read moreback multiple times, and recommended it to friends and family in the area. When we came last year, it seemed like they were having an off night. We came today, however, and this will be our last visit. Our bill was over 100 (2 adults and 1 child, water to drink), and had the most disappointing food ever. Everything was incredibly bland, to the point of almost inedible. We began with a half-dozen order of oysters, which had very little meat. Even more frustrating was how they were served - they were full of shells mixed into the meat and dry (all the water had been dumped out), which meant that the people shucking did not know how to properly shuck an oyster. The crunch of the shells also made for an unpleasant eating experience. The lobster rolls had absolutely no flavor. I have never not finished a lobster roll in my life, but about halfway through I just gave up. We wanted to order crab cakes, but they were out (note that they've been out on our last several visits - this time we were there right when they opened, so they could not have run out). The children's chicken tenders appeared to have come straight out of the freezer. The Caesar salad was tasteless. I ordered the local vegetables and was given the option of Brussel sprouts or broccolini (these have been the options every time I've visited no matter the season). I was disappointed, since there is great produce on the Eastern Shore in the middle of July, none of which includes the fall/spring produce of Brussel Sprouts or Broccolini. The Broccolini wasn't cooked, but appeared to have been warmed while doused in olive oil (but no salt or other seasonings). The middle was still cold. We saw our server only a few times when she took our order and dropped off our food. Someone else dropped off the oysters, and dropped the oyster fork on the floor. She picked it up, apologized, and promised to return but we never saw her again so had to eat the oysters with the forks we had used for the caesar salad (not the best combination). The oysters weren't great to begin with, so it probably didn't make much difference. I'm disappointed in the Shanty, and disappointed at how much we spent on such a mediocre meal. I won't return.

I spent the day in Cape Charles with my family and wanted to find a place that offered some local…read morefare. While walking along Mason Avenue, I made reservations at The Shanty, and it turned out to be a great choice. The restaurant is just a short stroll from the main shopping area, down by the docks. You can park for free along Mason Avenue or drive directly to The Shanty, which has its own parking lot. One of the highlights was enjoying fresh seafood on the open-air porch with beautiful waterfront views. The atmosphere was relaxed, charming, and perfectly summery. They also had plenty of options for the kids, including mac and cheese and chicken fingers, so everyone was happy. I ordered the fish tacos, while my mom enjoyed the seafood chowder and a wedge salad. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we were hoping for after a day exploring Cape Charles. If you're visiting the area and looking for a casual waterfront meal with great seafood, a family-friendly menu, and a fun coastal vibe, The Shanty is definitely worth a visit.

Visited on a Saturday night around 7pm - was told 25 min wait that ended up being more like 45 min…read moreto an hour, but we killed time by walking around nearby shops. The food, ambiance and service was all good.

All too often, the "one pizza joint" in a small town can let you down. Deadrise Pizza will not do…read morethat. They use a dough that makes you want to eat the crust and a combination of pies that will make you overbuy how much you need. Good thing your rental will come with a fridge! Another one of the establishments that really is a solid choice to have a meal on the water as you watch the sunset, Deadrise is a solid spot and a must check out restaurant during your next stay in Cape Charles.

Stopped in for some wine and the owners were very friendly s d personable. They had wine tastings…read moreand offer some beer tastings. They get wine and beer from all over the world so we sampled some wine from Germany and California. We bought several bottles. They also have home made food like sandwhich Ed, potato salad etc as well as convenience store items for affordable prices. They are currently growing their vineyard and will eventually be able to produce their own wine which we are excited to try! It's a hidden gem! Thanks so much for all the info and wine tasting and for being such friendly helpful people. Best of luck to y'all!

I love this place!! Food is excellent and the owners are extremely nice!! AND their pizza is…read moreincredible!!