Did someone say raw oysters?! Yes please! I discovered this Virginia Beach gem on a recent Saturday evening after attending a nearby Yelp Elite Event. Yes, they were busy, but one of the advantages of traveling solo is there's almost always a single seat at the bar. So I grabbed a stool, ordered myself a Yeungling, and soon enough there was a giant, delish plate of fresher than fresh local oysters before me. I slurped them down while I awaited my main course (a fisherman's combo so I could try several things), and enjoyed the hyper-local vibe of seafood lovers surrounding me. Bonus points for their huge parking lot and fast-and-friendly bar service. I'll definitely return on my next trip to COVA! read more

This was our first time visiting The Back Deck, and it did not disappoint. We were there celebrating my wife's birthday. The drinks, oysters and fish tacos were delicious! We walked right in and found a table with an amazing view of the water, and stayed past sunset. The view and atmosphere were unbelievable. What made the night unforgettable was the service. EC, Erika, Kylie, Zoe, and Jason all went above and beyond to make the evening memorable. In addition to quick, friendly service, they made us feel right at home and were willing to do anything within their power to make the night perfect. Thank you, we will definitely be back! read more

Went for a view, appetizers, and drinks and left with a new favorite spot. Got the artichoke crab dip, hush puppies, and an amazing Crème Brûlée Cheesecake (OUTSTANDING!!!). Staff was friendly and accommodating. read more

Came for drinks after having brunch in the area for my birthday. It's been a long time since I have been in the area and just "hanging out". The view by the water is always beautiful. The place is tucked away next to the main building. It wasn't too crowded and the noise level was good too. Got to chat with friends while downing some delicious crushes. They have a lot of drink options and the place is just laid back and chill. Got the pizza and it was good. Not a fan of thin crust usually but it was just enough to eat with the drinks. Other diners ordered the nachos and it looked really good. The bathroom is tricky and you have to go up the stairs into the retail store. There is only one bathroom so be prepared to wait depending on your timing. Will have to make another trip back soon. The servers (2) working the area we sat were attentive and friendly. read more

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Extremely disappointed with the way management handled my situation. I was charged approximately $100 more than I should have been and reached out to the restaurant seeking help and an explanation. Rather than taking my concerns seriously or making any effort to investigate the issue, management showed little interest in resolving it. Mistakes can happen anywhere, and I understand that. What I cannot understand is the complete lack of customer service when a guest brings a legitimate concern to management's attention. At no point was a meaningful resolution offered, nor did I feel that anyone cared about correcting the situation. I have visited Back Deck many times and expected much better. Unfortunately, the lack of accountability and concern for customer satisfaction has left me with a very negative impression. read more

Beautiful views! Seating is limited so get there early. Staff was polite, but definitely under staffed and over worked, making the table service lacking. The food and drink menu looked great with a variety of items to choose from. The food itself when it showed up was not great, super disappointing because everything else about this place is great. The tuna sandwich tasted like ammonia cleaner, might have been sitting out too long, and the pizza was flavorless. Although the crab dip was great! So I'd have to say the menu is hit or miss. Give it a shot, worst case you have a nice drink with a great view. read more

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Beat vibe on Virginia Beach! Amazing food, great view, cold beer! Friendly wait staff that constantly made rounds checking on everyone. What else do you need?! read more

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The Back Deck restaurant, really displays its seafood offerings for everyone to see as you enter this popular Virginia Beach restaurant/fresh fish shop. The actual Back Deck, however, is located to the rear of the seafood shop along the deck over looking a beautiful view of the sun set. My Grubbing Buddy and I arrived late at night when there was no sunset to be seen, though there was a refreshing ocean view to behold. We first ordered a Bloody Mary and a beer to start our evening, along with crab dip with pita points (more than we could handle) and, finally, the Steamed Seashore Platter, which included 12 oysters, 12 clams, one pound of shrimp and two crab leg clusters. It was delicious and more than we could handle, so we took what was left back to our hotel room. The Back Deck crowd was friendly, resulting in an enjoyable dining experience. I would love to return when it's warmer to see that sprawling view of the Atlantic Ocean from the deck. read more

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Great place for a drink and sunset. A bit crowded but the vibe is great. Service is good with all of the crowds read more

The Back Deck - Great sun deck bar - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

this place was trash. crab dip tasted like a sour cream dip. i didn't taste any crab or see any crab. the tuna tacos were so over cooked the tuna tasted like chicken. the corn tortillas are stiff and taste stale? it is the weirdest thing ever. don't waste your money here read more

This restaurant needs bar rescue. Perfect location & they could crush it! Everything else was chaos. The servers all seemed very unhappy. Never figured out who our server was. Random edamame showed up at our table which was a welcome mistake. We did manage to place our order for halibut & tuna tacos which took 40 minutes to arrive. The tacos were edible, but not anything worth going back to. We left and went to The Porch after this. read more

Will never set foot in this place again. Some of the rudest staff and nonexistent ownership in Virginia Beach. Praying that somebody with better knowledge of how to run a restaurant can purchase this place and turn it around. Used to be one of the best restaurants in Hampton Roads now it's just janky. read more

July 26, 2024 - Three for dinner. Went for a meal , not to hang and drink, so maybe not a great spot for that. Horrible parking and lot design and layout was ridiculous and dangerous. Cars backing out of little spots and a little craziness. Service was okay, big bar and drinking crowd and very packed......seemed to need a few more servers and bar folks. Food was decent. Fresh and nicely made and presented. Great view and location. I would go back again but maybe not in the later evening or on the weekend. read more

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The vibes were immaculate, and I love that you can bring your dogs here! It's right on the water, which makes for the perfect setting. The service was excellent, fast and attentive, with multiple staff members checking in on us throughout. I'd recommend upgrading to the wood-fired pizza since the regular crust was pretty bad. The crab dip had amazing flavor, though I didn't notice actual crab in it. Overall, a great spot and I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu! read more

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Great location, ambiance and food. We enjoyed a little birthday celebration! They have a wonderful selection. I like a fresh not soggy salad, it was fantastic read more

We absolutely loved the Back Deck. We sat on the deck and watched the boats on the water. The service was outstanding! The food was excellent and fresh. Presentation was great, too. read more

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What a fun place to go when the weather is nice! Great to sit and enjoy the beautiful views and be outdoors! Simple but good menu for a light lunch or dinner. Good service. read more

Came on the weekend just before Sunset and remembered how difficult it was to get a table as it's a first come first serve basis and you just grab a table as someone leaves. Not the best method in my opinion but most people seem to hang out by the bar. Place has a great view for the Sunset and meaty oysters, but I wouldn't suggest for a date. More-so, a casual vibe for a hangout spot. read more

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Literally one of my favorite places in Virginia Beach!! The ambiance is amazing. This cute spot sits on the water and offers outside seating on the deck. They also have space to dock your boat or jet ski if you decide to boat up. The seating is set up really cool. I absolutely love going on Monday for the crab legs. The crab legs are on happy hour on Mondays. I look forward to Mondays. The crab legs are cooked perfectly. They are served still warm, tender, and super flavorful. Also some of the crushes are on sale during happy hour. However, my favorite crush the "Captains Crush" isn't on sale but I highly recommend it. Also I have a guilty pleasure of sitting on the pier after I eat, to put my feet in the water and eat a soft served ice cream cone. The cone is definitely over priced to me. 8$ for a cone but it's the cherry on top for me. read more

Seemed a little understaffed--my table got nachos, tuna sandwiches, pizza and crab dip to which everyone seemed to enjoy. Waitress did not ask to refill waters at all. Pricing is decent. read more

Awesome place for social drinking! The deck out back is spacious and the workers are very attentive! I didn't try the food but they looked pretty good for simple eats! Highly recommend for drinks and pretty read more

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Great views and good times with the barmaid and bartender! Dog friendly and people friendly !!! read more

Great place to relax, drink, and eat with friends! Service was great--team approach. Views of water.

The food and service was great. Our waitress had multiple tables and still managed to take care of us. We weren't overly taken care of, which was nice so we could talk and eat without interruption. The platter was especially good for the 3 of us. Highly recommend! read more

The Back Deck - Seashore Platter - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I really enjoyed this place. Really good fish tacos. Relaxing atmosphere. Great service. I would recommend trying this place out if you are in the area. read more

Great food with a fantastic view. It was fun to watch the boats go past. The service was amazing.

Looks good right? Bit into a frozen pizza that was supposed to be wood grilled. At least the view was nice. read more

The Back Deck - Frozen pizza that was supposed to also be wood grilled. But the view is nice. - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Another great spot right on Shore Dr! If you know me, you know that I love crab legs. This is another go-to spot for me to get some of those delicious crab legs and they are always top-notch. The Back Deck technically only offers outdoor seating, however, a good portion of it is fully covered and on those really hot days, they've got decently sized fans blowing. Although, when you're eating right out on the water like that, a breeze isn't too hard to come by. They have regular tables as well as a full-service bar. This is one of those places where every waiter and staff member seems to take care of you. If your drink runs empty, it's quickly being refilled by the closest individual, whether that be "your" waiter or not. Not to mention everyone here seems to genuinely enjoy their jobs and are always putting on a friendly face. By far one of my favorites parts of this place is that it is pet friendly! We love to bring the dogs here, while catching up over brunch. The waitstaff is always quick to bring out dog bowls for us as well and keeps them full! Overall, great place to stop! read more

The Back Deck - Freshly steamed crab legs! - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

July midweek lunch. Parking was a bit sparse but I did score a space. Friendly FOH staff linked me up with business associate I was meeting. Liked the covered outdoor seating for ambiance and COVID safety. Draft craft beer was refreshing but didn't prepare for the extreme goodness of the crab dip ($15, 5/5). It was warm, creamy, with a bite of spice neutralized perfectly by the oven roasted pita rounds. Mmmmm. I devoured so much, I definitely looked pita-full (#dadpuns). I ordered fish tacos ($11, 4/5) just for the halibut (#dadpuns); 3 decent blackened halibut tacos topped with cabbage, housemade mango salsa, and Mayo based baja sauce; given the crab dip, I didn't miss a side but would have expected one if we skipped apps. He described his tuna tacos ($16, 3.75/5) as pretty good, but not as good as the regular fish tacos (he had them 2 days before...clearing cheating on me with other business colleagues). Good food, attentive service (we couldn't tell who our server was because they overlapped so much), and casual atmosphere...perfect for productivity! read more

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We come here for drinks on the water. The service and food are lacking. I usually just walk to the bar and order my drinks there. It's nice outside, I have not seen their retail area or indoor restaurant. So if you enjoy self service on the water this might be the spot for you. read more

The Back Deck - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The service is really quick. It's seat yourself but our waitress still found us in a sea of people with in 5 minutes. We sat down for happy hour on a Wednesday so I got two coors, two vodka sodas, a pizza, and a pound of shrimp for $50 including tip (one round of drinks wasn't on the happy hour special). I always love coming here and sitting on the water, watching the boats go by or fill up their tanks, very chill. Great spot during the summer. Just come early if you want a seat! read more

The Back Deck - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Amazing waterfront views! Been here twice only for drinks and the staff and service are on point. Dog friendly and great selection at the seafood market in terms of wine and fresh seafood. The owners Drew and Angelique are super nice and accommodating. This is a gem and definitely will be packed in summer! Don't hesitate, stop in! read more

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Nice place for go hang out and have good food! Crushes are 10/10 Loved the service! read more

Great view, great drinks and great service! Definitely recommend this place for a date night or a night out with friends, you will have an amazing time! read more

Obsessed with the Back Deck. It's the best spot for a cocktail on the water and the service is the best. Lauren is truly a gem and is always on it and knows exactly what we want. So lucky to live within walking distance to come back over and over again! read more

This was my first time checking out this bar/restaurant. I decided to take my mom and treat her to a girls day out, we picked this place for its views, outdoor seating, and seafood. What I love about this place: the service was excellent, timely, friendly and fun. The views from every outdoor table were good, but better closer to the dock. The drinks were delicious, not overly sweet and still packed a good punch. The food: ahi tuna melt, crab legs, and oysters were fresh, tasty, and served quickly. The oysters were of good size, flavor and were cleaned properly (no shell pieces or grime), the ahi tuna melt was gooey, flavorful (had a nice black pepper bite) and a crunchy, buttered panini bread that had me eating every last bite. The crab legs (my mom's dish) were good and easy enough to crack into. She said she had no complaints... We also ordered some specialty "crushes" from the bar, to which I tip my hat to the bartender for creating a lovely concoction. All-in-all a lovely place to come watch the boats and the sunset. read more

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I live this place this place is awesome. The food is amazing because they serve it fresh. The service is quick and the food is everything correctly. The setting is like a fishermen shop amazing. read more

Yo the fact this place is only a 3.5 star is absolutely insane, I don't buy it...maybe the best vibes in VB

The Back Deck is literally the back deck of the restaurant and has plenty of outdoor seating. It's a little tricky to find because the sign isn't very big, but stick it into Google and you'll be good. We went on a Sunday afternoon and there was plenty of parking. We arrived around 1:30pm and there was still plenty of seating--but most of the shaded seating was already taken, of course. The tables are more or less 6 feet apart from each other...unless someone decides to take down the barstool and sit down by the railing right next to you...(side eye). Anyway, I digress. On a hot summer day, this is the place to be! They have specials everyday too. Their Sunday special was $8 pitchers. My friend and I got a strawberry mimosa pitcher. It was so good we ended up getting 2 more pitchers. No judgment. Our other friend arrived shortly after and ordered an orange mimosa pitcher which was also really good. But I love the strawberry because it's not overly sweet, and super refreshing! We weren't super hungry, so my friend and I just shared some shrimp tacos. The shrimp tacos were DELICIOUS! The house made mango salsa is to die for! Yes, they also have gluten free options (and note it) on the menu! Our other friend got a tuna melt, which he devoured within seconds. The staff are fantastic. They are very attentive and respectful. Food and drink were great, service was good, staff were pleasant...this might just be my new go-to spot when I visit VA beach! :) read more

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This place is plain expensive we had lunch there no drinks no alcohol drinks and our tab came to $90. My wife ordered some clams. I ordered a sandwich and crab dip. Wife like the clams but with how can you screw up a clam. Sandwich had little flavor I had chipotle sauce.Eh, the chicken was tasteless Granted this place has one of the best views of the water and sometimes that's all you really need for a good lunchtime. Staff was pretty good although they're timing always seem to be off when we needed them. We had to flag them down When we didn't need them they came to our table. I just think two bucks of oyster for steamed oyster is a bit high, especially if it doesn't come with anything else. read more