As a new tourist to Virginia Beach, I scanned the Internet for some great, fresh, informal local…read moreseafood, simply prepared and reasonably priced. I ended up at Dockside, and man, was I glad I did! First, they offer waterside outside seating, lots of free parking, and $18 specials if you get here before 5pm. The offer some spectacular shrimp, super fresh flounder, and better-than- average crab cakes. Coleslaw was very good. Service is prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. I found out that Chowhound recently rated the best restaurants for fried seafood in each state, and Dockside earned the best in Virginia, and well deserved IMHO.

Afternoon fishing trip. Deckhands were amazing. Trip was well organized on time and not too crowded.read more

I have nothing but good things to say about the Porch on long creek. First off, there's a few…read moredifferent places you can sit at this restaurant. They have an indoor dining area that is more like intimate and has a cozy feel. They have an outside area that you can eat at and have a great view of the waterfront. And of course they have the "Porch" area which gives that outdoor vibe but you're still inside of a fenced in area. My friend and I ate in the dining room area since it wasn't a wait. We ordered drinks, two crushes which were amazing and refreshing. It definitely gave island vibes. We started off with the crab dip which was incredible and flavorful. The bread with the dip was A1. I could eat the bread alone. Now for the actual dishes. She ordered the crab cake sandwich, she really enjoyed it. Not much filler at all. I ordered a variety. So I had the Cali Virginia Roll which was amazing!! I wish I would have ordered two orders. It was just more on the pricey side. I also had the fried shrimp which were HUGE. I didn't even finish it all. I cannot wait to come back and try everything again.

Slow service...which really dragged. No rapport built by the staff. Sat in the waiting area…read morewaiting....in front of the kitchen...it had no pop. No vibe. Then the food came. Shrimp scampi tasted like butter noodles. No flavor at all aside from the butter. She crab soup was....it was okay but lacked depth of flavor. It was very apparent they used zamtham Gumm or another sauce thickener. Sushi was trash, but I expected that. The filet was....it was okay....but for $52 it was not a step above a chain in any way. Very over priced for what was served. Ambience is on point but we likely won't be back unless it's for lunch,

Best place to eat on Shore Drive! Great ambiance, good drinks, and fabulous food! We ear and drink…read morethere a LOT!

My husband and I ate here a few nights ago and I'm still thinking about how delicious my meal was…read more I have been craving she-crab soup for so long, so I started with that as my appetizer. 10/10. For dinner, I had the Tuna Trio and GOSH that hit the spot. Sesame-crusted ahi, poke-style tuna, and then tuna tartare in one meal? Sign me up everyday. I couldn't even tell you what my husband had to eat because I was so into my meal! For dessert, we shared the Chocolate Tower and it satisfied my sweet tooth. The restaurant was clean, the staff was attentive, and the bathrooms were also clean! That's a big deal for me because i have to take my baby in there. We will be coming back VERY soon!

While in VA Beach we had a craving for some fresh seafood. Bubba's while highly recommended. We…read morearrive a little after 6 and put our name on the waitlist to eat outside on the deck. We waited at the bar and had some great local beer! About 20 mins later, we weee seated. It took about 12-15 mins to get a server after we were sat. The overall service left a lot to be desired (bartender was great). We ordered a half pound of steam shrimp and it was excellent. They shrimp were large and fresh. We also got a cup of their she crab soup, which was absolutely amazing. For our mains I ordered the catch of the day flounder. They didn't have a blackened option so I got it broiled it blackened seasoning non top. The fish was excellent, the slaw was not good. The scallops were amazing and cooked perfectly. Overall, the atmosphere was great but it was amazing madhouse. We never got a refill and the service wasn't great. The food was a 10/10 overall.

Bubba's offers one of the best waterfront dining atmospheres in Virginia Beach. Sitting outside…read moreoverlooking the water was absolutely beautiful and made for a relaxing evening. We started with the she crab soup and the half-pound of steamed shrimp, and both were outstanding. The she crab soup was rich and flavorful, and the shrimp were perfectly cooked and absolutely drool-worthy. My boyfriend ordered the grilled salmon, and after trying a bite, I have to admit I was a little jealous--it was phenomenal! I ordered the scallops with peppers, onions, and cucumbers. The scallops themselves were cooked perfectly, but the cucumber flavor just wasn't for me. That's purely a personal preference, not a reflection of the quality. My biggest disappointment was the coleslaw, which seemed more like lightly shredded lettuce with a drizzle of Marzetti's dressing than traditional coleslaw. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the food or the view. We waited quite a while before anyone acknowledged our table, and after our order was taken, we never saw our server again until the check arrived. There were no drink refills, no check-in to see how our meals were, and no thank you at the end. Overall, Bubba's has some incredible food and an unbeatable waterfront atmosphere, but the inconsistent service and a couple of underwhelming menu items kept it from being a great experience. It wasn't the best meal I've had, but it certainly wasn't the worst either. I'd definitely come back--for the appetizers, the salmon, and that beautiful view.

My experience was TOP TIER. we got the fried shrimp, baked scallops, and the roasted beet salad…read more Eliza made us the best drinks ever we are so happy with this experience. 10/10 thanks Eliza!!!

amazing service. amazing food. fair prices. great value. marcus was awesome, personable and made…read moreus feel at home. its no surprise as Sorellas and Eurasia are top notch restaurants too. these owners know how to create a dining experience that does not disappoint. 100% recommend.

Fun location right on the water. The food is really good--they have the best crab cakes that my…read morewife has ever eaten (and she's a crab cake snob.....). Also, the steamed broccoli side with hollandaise sauce is absolutely delicious. Their drinks are absolutely fantastic, specifically the rum runner. Usually crowded and can be a decent wait, but you can find spots open up at the bar first come first serve--I personally think it's fun to watch them make the drinks right in front of you.

I like the open airy set up of the restaurant but when it's hot...oh my it's hot and humid! There…read moreis total outdoor seating near the marina or by the pool. That's more enjoyable as you get a better breeze. When we went on a Saturday evening, we were quoted a 45 minute wait, however, there's a first come, first serve outdoor seating at the pool area. It's full bar and menu. I found a seat here BUT It was still super busy and took so long to get waited on and to get our appetizer, cocktails and meal. So maybe it would have better to wait to get seated in the "restaurant" part? When I did get my food, it was hot and still good as you know Surf Riders to be. I am not saying S.R is the best seafood but it's good enough. The "crush" drinks are not your typical crushes you get at other restaurants like at the oceanfront, it's a regular cocktail in ice. But the Mango Colado was sooo yummy! Like a slurpee!! Perfect sweetness and the tajin rim made the drink even better. I didn't really taste any liquor and I am very sensitive to liquor, so they are very light handed! Overall, a cool place to hang and eat.

Friday date night, place was packed but we were in and out in under 70min. Orange crush and Chicks…read morecerveza were cold and refreshing. Hush puppies are my wife's must have (3.5/5 stars, $8); they aren't piping hot so the cold/hard butter didn't play well. 3 tuna tacos w sweet potato fries were as good as my wife remembered (4/5 stars, $25). My shrimp tacos were insanely good and packed to the edge of the flour shell (4.5/5 stars, $18). Great service from our trainee waitress (and mentor).

Chic's Oyster Bar is... fine. The food is decent, the setting is nice. It's a bit expensive, but…read morethat's expected for oysters and waterfront dining. What sank the experience was the astonishing rigidity. My meal came with a small piece of cornbread. My wife politely asked if she could also have cornbread. Not extra. Not free. Just cornbread. This was refused. We were told cornbread can only be served with certain meals and cannot be purchased separately, as if it were a rare mineral governed by strict international treaty. No flexibility. No exceptions. The cornbread supply must be protected. My wife is Italian. In her world, bread is not a luxury item or a controlled substance. When she asked for any bread, she was offered hamburger buns and charged for them. Hamburger buns... To complete the experience, a 20% automatic gratuity was added, ensuring we tipped generously while being told that a small piece of cornbread was fundamentally impossible. Polite staff. Okay food. An oddly dystopian approach to bread.

This place was absolutely phenomenal! The food, the service, the private room and Mike, the owner…read more were all amazing. The venue definitely exceeded our expectations and many of our guests planned to return for their own personal enjoyment. Everyone's steak was cooked to perfection! Prime 757 is a 10 out of 10!

Regrettably I don't have any pictures to share but let me tell you how much we enjoyed our dinner…read moreat Prime 757. First off, I loved the look and feel of the place. Has a modern day look and feel. Our server, Taylor, was awesome. She was so kind and thoughtful and made the dining experience very pleasant. Now onto the food. Started with a shrimp cocktail. The shrimp were a perfect size and the presentation was unique. I had the Ribeye, Oscar Style, and added on a Crab Cake and my friend had the Salmon, Oscar Style, and to say we were impressed is an understatement. Everything was perfectly cooked and every bite was delicious. I really wish I had pictures but I will be going back very soon and will take some pictures. Do yourself a favor and give this place a shot. You won't regret it.