This place is a flex…read more Hospitality- flex. Service- flex. Bar & dining- flex. Live music line up- flex flex flex. Themed weeknights- flex. Why do I say this? Everything above has been done before by others to some level of success. There's just a magical fairy dust at The Rhythm Room that makes this a unique experience. The venue is full of beautiful people from all walks, of all shapes, inclusive to all persuasions with the collective desire to vibe out and enjoy themselves fully. Everyone is so sincerely gracious. The sister with the impeccable bone structure and skin that is usually the hostess is everything! The tall chef that comes to the front of the house to peep folks devouring the food- I love watching you watch us! Bar staff, I'm dry now but much respect to you all! And to the DJ and special guest DJs- the beats, lyrics, mixes, playlists, hype moments make the magic all come together. The skill level is unmatched in this area IMO. I thank y'all for showing and up and showing out e v e r y single time you cross the thresh hold. I'm glad I found you. I wish I could keep you all to myself. Grow -but don't change.

Greens were good... salmon bites were over cooked and dry... the bartender was also a little ruderead more

Me and a girlfriend went here after church and let me tell you those lamb chops were a touch from…read moreheaven! They were literally made to perfection. I was so shocked at the flavor they held how tender they were. Oh my goodness I can still taste it through memory. Every time I visit this place, the waitresses and servers are always warm and welcome. They make you feel like family. This place always has the perfect level of music where you don't have to feel like you're yelling to have a conversation. It's never too much and always appropriate. The place is always clean. I'm telling you definitely somewhere you want to visit!

I'm visiting Sunday 2911 Soul Food in Newport News, VA with my family, and this spot did not…read moredisappoint. It's a family-owned restaurant with excellent customer service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our waitress, Jennifer, was super friendly and very helpful when we were deciding what to order. The food was so good -- I had the fried salmon bites, cabbage, and seasoned rice. Everything was well-seasoned and flavorful, and the cornbread was to die for! If you're in Newport News and craving good soul food and great service, I definitely recommend Sunday 2911 Soul Food.

Get ready for an unparalleled rooftop experience at Monroe Rooftop- the premier outdoor lounge in…read morethe heart of downtown Hampton. The Landing at Hampton Marina, Tapestry Collection by Hilton presents a one-of-a-kind luxury experience at Monroe Rooftop, where you can indulge in delicious food, hand-crafted cocktails, live entertainment, and breathtaking views of the Hampton Marina. Located at 700 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, Virginia, this rooftop lounge offers the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation. Monroe Rooftop is open most days from 12 noon until 10 pm and on Fridays and Saturdays from 12 noon until 11 pm, but closed on Mondays. On Tuesdays, you can savor the experience from 4 pm to 10 pm. A group of businessmen identified the potential of the roughly 5,000-square-foot rooftop space and created the unique concept on the Peninsula. After undergoing a rebranding, remodeling, and reopening by Chester-based Shamin Hotels, The Landing at Hampton Marina, Tapestry Collection by Hilton now features Monroe Rooftop as its newest attraction. This past spring, Lance Henderson, CEO of Future Outlook Group, partnered with Kunal Shah and Neal Patel, co-owners of the LX Group, to work with Shamin Hotels and create this one-of-a-kind luxury experience for visitors. Overlooking the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, Monroe Rooftop is the perfect spot to discover the beauty of Hampton. So why wait? Head over to Monroe Rooftop and indulge in an unforgettable experience that you will cherish for a long time!

I want this establishment to succeed but they have much work to do…read more I waited for the perfect time to come here, because I wanted the full experience. There was an "all you can eat" brunch event. These were the Eventbrite details: Join us at Monroe Rooftop for our weekly brunch , ISLA, a Tropical Inspired Sunday Brunch for Families. Come enjoy great food, music, games! A Tropical - Inspired Brunch Tiki Cocktails | Frozen Drinks | Island Jams Bottomless Brunch featuring: Bumbu Rum French Toast with Toppings Station Salad Bar Fresh Cut Fruits Rotational Curry/Jerk Chicken Fried Escovitch Fish Rice & Peas Cabbage Fried Plantains Scrambled Eggs w/ Cheese on the side Bacon Sausage Breakfast Potatoes Chef's Selection of Desserts Advance Purchase $35.00 Adults | $25.00 Kids (Will be $5.00 more at the door) Brunch Starts at 10am, last round of food is at 3:30pm ********************************** People were queued in the hallway because the doors didn't open until after 11. Nothing was set up. They finally let us in because it had to be a fire hazard to have that many people standing in the hallway. Everyone was let in and given wristbands. The lady giving them out didn't know how to put them on, so she just handed them to people. Again general admission tables, seating other than surrounding the pool wasn't available. There was no food after 11, or tables set. 20-30min later there was a dash of people trying to set up. One man in particular, I'm assuming he was in charge, came around apologizing for most of his staff not being present and comping mimosas. He was very aware and alert that everything started sideways and he just wanted to fix it. He was putting out tables and chairs in his suit. The bar seemed extremely slow and behind on fixing drinks. Once things got going the food was ok, no complaints here. It was a beautiful rooftop setting, it was extremely hot, the pop up tents provided shade. I would like to go back to give it another shot, when they are properly staffed and the food is better than "ok".

On Saturday April 11th, my friends and family (9 total) came into park lane around 8-8:30ish pm…read moreafter a dance competition at the Hampton convention center. We were served by Kylie (Kyleigh?) on the patio and she was fantastic. I was a server/bartender in Hampton roads for close to 10 years and she provided my family and I with the best service I have received in a restaurant in a long while. Please give her all the kudos and praise for being a talented server and all around awesome person. Thanks Kylie you capped off a great Saturday. Food and drinks were amazing as well.

Over the weekend, Sophia and I dined here to continue celebrating my birthday for the month. Park…read moreLane Tavern has been one spot that we've been to over and over. Whether it's with friends or just the two of us, we've never been disappointed. Let's see how this visit went. We were immediately seated once we walked inside. It wasn't completely packed for a Saturday afternoon but staff was really busy with customers. The vibe was one that made us comfortable for the most part. After a few minutes of looking over the menu, we were ready to order. My selection was the Tavern Monte Cristo which consisted of chargrilled chicken and ham as the protein with Gouda cheese and cider aioli fried in a tempura batter with tavern fries. The meal was served hot and ready and tasted great. And having the cranberry coulis as a dipping sauce really added some taste. My only gripe with the sandwich was the amount of protein. I'm not sure if I ate most of it when we dined in, but when I ate the rest for dinner, it was more breading than anything else. Still good but they could've included more. Nonetheless, I was full. Good stuff as always from Park Lane Tavern :)

A friend of mine scheduled a get-together at this restaurant located in the Phoebus area of Hampton…read morelast Friday. It's high-end, which I barely touch due to pricing, but it does not hurt to try something new. Let's see how the evening went. After our entire party arrived, we were all promptly seated. Inside, the decor is perfect. From the bar to the dining area, everything was spotless. You can tell the staff really cares about keeping the place tidy. And they had New Orleans-style music playing through the sound system. Very relaxing. After looking through the menu, I was ready to place my order. I chose their fish special, which was salmon with veggies and a sauce (forgot the name). This dish was very good. It was probably the best cooked salmon I've ever had. When you see seafood with the perfect crust and a lot of flavor, you're in heaven. It did have a small bone and I felt it lacked the amount of squash and zucchini, but again, a wonderful meal. There was one situation which resulted in only a 4-star review. Out of curiousity, I saw on Facebook that they offered $5 discounts. I did let my party know and we were all ready to use them when the bill was ready. But the staff told us the discount was to be used on a table rather than an individual ticket. When we looked both on Facebook and our personal emails, none of that verbage was mentioned. Not trying to sound harsh, but please be sure to state every detail foe customers. We do want to find ways to save some cash out of our wallets. Except for the discount mishap, the visit turned out well. I can say I'll be back to give them anothee go-around. Till next time :)

The desire to escape the many things that challenge the soul during the holidays and finally take…read morein the experience of upscale dining paired with "jazz night", met the perfect storm of a company Christmas party fully of amazingly loud and unaware guests who's vocabulary centered around the good old fashioned F bomb. Thank goodness for the company I keep, which, when able to hear each other, led to an enjoyable time overall. Lesson learned. Don't book a $200 experience for the holidays.

The food tasted good however we were all disappointed that the portions were small. The young lady…read morewho served our table was super sweet and nice . There was only one other party and the entire restaurant outside of us so we did expect a quicker service than what we did have however we made the most of it by enjoying the DJ. Two of my girlfriends both ordered the shrimp and grits, and they both said that it was extremely delicious, but they had to request for extra sauce .

My boyfriend and I wanted to try somewhere new. We did a Google search of restaurants near by and…read moreChance's restaurant and lounge came up. We made a reservation for 6pm, it wasn't busy then. We sat at the bar first because we were a bit early. Once we got our table we started with the crab dip , it was easily the best I've had. For entrees I ordered the crab cake and he ordered the seafood pasta. He mentioned the sauce could use some wine and lemon everything was cooked perfectly. The crab cake was fried perfectly and not just fillers, actually crab meat. My drink was yummy. I ordered the Gold Rush- highly recommend. He had whisky. The ambiance is very unique. I would say upscale casual. They have a full bar and lounge area. I think this place would be great for an event or party. It has been a while since I was fully satisfied with every aspect. You have to try it.

Grabbed a quick lunch here while waiting for my husband's surgery to be over at the VA. I got the…read morewagyu taco, the sweet potato taco and the pork belly taco. The pork belly was like chewing through rubber. The wagyu was way too cheap to be wagyu ($7.50? Come onnn). The sweet potato taco was pretty good though. So, one third of my meal was good. I also waited at the front of the restaurant for quite a bit before anyone even knew I was there. You need a bell or something. Decent fare but, nothing I'd recommend.

Great, creative foods have not ever had a bad experience!!! Monday nights Ventures offers a…read morespecial pizza of the week half price and $6 speciality martini! Give them try!

Circa 1918 lives up to the hype. It's a tiny, charming joint nestled in the row of boutiques and…read morerestaurants in Historic Hilton Village. This has been high on my "want to try" for a long time and finally saw an opportunity with an available reservation, went for it and am so happy I did. I dined solo, which I rarely do, but this was the perfect place for it. It was apparent that most people dining were regulars. The owner was chatting with just about everyone and diners were popping over to other tables to say hello, as well. Felt like a very small town. Service was perfect - not overbearing, but perfectly timed for a good flow throughout dinner. Their menu changes often, so some of the items I loved, may not be available - but it does seem like their fried oysters are a mainstay and holy moly, they were delicious. I had one cocktail - I believe it was called Watermelon Sugar. It had vodka, aperol and fresh watermelon. Refreshing and smooth. I tried two apps: the fried oysters and the bao buns. Both were fantastic. Perfectly prepared, so much flavor. I think that next time, I would stick to the appetizer section and try many rather than getting an entree. I got the scallops, which were delicious, but the apps wow-ed me more. Prices aren't low, but you get what you pay for - really high quality dishes with lots of thought and execution embedded. I don't say this lightly - this has been added to my top 10 list in all of Hampton Roads!

Circa 1918 Review We…read morehad an amazing experience at Circa 1918 last night! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, intimate, and full of charm. It's a small, quaint space that gives you that perfect blend of cozy neighborhood vibes with an upscale, refined feel. The food was absolutely outstanding--every dish had unique, well-balanced flavors that clearly showcased the talent of the chef. You can truly tell that a lot of care and creativity goes into the menu. The service made the experience even better. The bartenders were fantastic (James especially stood out!), and the waitstaff were incredibly personable, attentive, and welcoming. Circa 1918 is one of those rare places that feels both like a hidden neighborhood gem and a fine dining experience all in one. We will definitely be back!

Had a great time celebrating a friend's birthday here over the weekend. Initially we were told…read morethere would be a set 3 course menu because of the size of the dinner party but upon arrival they were out of many things on that menu. They were also out of the snake river Wagyu ribeye and strip steak. We were told they didn't receive a shipment of meat. The food was really good regardless of that, luckily they had three orders of lamb chops left so some of us ordered the rest of that. I like that when you order a steak it already comes with two sides. Other steakhouses you would have to order sides à la carte. The cocktails were amazing and service was great. Only thing that was a little weird was we had two birthdays and asked the manager if they happened to do a complimentary birthday dessert or something for the two birthday guest. He responded politely with we don't do any birthday desserts but you can order champagne since it's a celebration. Mind you it's a party of 12 and each couple's bill was at least 250+. Nonetheless, we had a great time and money was well spent, definitely worth trying out!

Ultimately, a lot of factors go into my rating of a restaurant, and price is absolutely at the…read moreforefront. I had walked past this place over a dozen times, always thinking it seemed a bit expensive. I finally decided to try it and confirmed that the prices were indeed high, which can be perfectly acceptable if the food quality matches the cost. Unfortunately, it didn't. I ordered the burger because it was the least expensive entrée on the menu at $24. While it wasn't bad, it certainly didn't justify the price. I'm not completely certain, but I strongly suspect the patty had been previously frozen. The bun also felt like a standard packaged brioche bun rather than something fresh or house-made. My buddy ordered a steak that cost nearly $100, but it looked like it had been cooked in a pan with little care or attention to detail. Presentation and preparation simply didn't match the premium price point. But he was given a tray of fancy salts to use on the steak? We also tried a flight of their three Old Fashioneds, and each one missed the mark. The Black Forest Old Fashioned tasted more like a cherry-forward cocktail than a whiskey drink, and their house Old Fashioned, which included Grand Marnier, came across more like a soda than a balanced, spirit-forward cocktail. Overall, while the food and drinks were decent, they fell well short of justifying the high prices. At this price point, I expected significantly higher quality, attention to detail, and execution. The saving grace was the wonderful and kind staff that work there. They were knowledgeable about the menu and were able to help guide you through your decisions with patience, which I would expect at this kind of restaurant.

Pecola's Tapas and Shisha Lounge, the chic Black-owned and woman-owned restaurant/lounge in…read moreHampton, VA... 5-Star Stylish, Sophisticated, Bomb Bomb Diggity Dot Com, favorite place to me!!! If you're looking for a restaurant that combines elegance, flavor, and a memorable atmosphere, look no further than Pecola's in Hampton, VA. This Black-owned and woman-owned gem delivers a one-of-a-kind experience from the moment you walk in. Pecola's effortlessly blends bold global flavors with a chic lounge vibe. The tapas-style menu is creative and delicious, with dishes perfect for sharing with friends or savoring on your own. Many guests rave about standout bites like the fired-cracker shrimp, salmon bites, seafood egg rolls, and fresh sliders; as well as the menu pairs fabulously with the handcrafted cocktails. What really sets Pecola's apart is the ambience -- the decor feels upscale and stylish without being pretentious, and it's a perfect place for date nights, celebrations, or just catching up with friends. Live music nights and a lively vibe make it more than just dinner, it's a full sensory experience. The shisha lounge adds an extra layer of relaxation and fun, offering a cultural twist that's unique for the area and a hit with locals and visitors alike. Service is generally attentive and friendly, and while a few reviews mention that the restaurant can get busy (especially on event nights), many customers say that's part of the charm -- it feels like the place to be. Overall, Pecola's is a must-visit destination in Hampton -- a restaurant that showcases creativity, vibes, and community pride. Whether you're grabbing brunch, sipping cocktails, or enjoying shisha with friends, you'll leave already planning your next visit.

Went here tonight and the vibes were amazing. This was my first time in the restaurant, and I'm…read moreglad i came on a Friday night while they were doing karaoke. Everyone in the restaurant was enjoying and participating in karaoke. We made reservations and were sat down immediately upon arrival. They have good food, hookah, and drinks. The Brussels were amazingggggggg. I haven't had any that good in so long. No one in my group complained about their food at all. I'm glad i gave them a chance because i had heard their food wasn't that great but i disagree! The only small complaint I have is the seafood eggrolls were a little too cheesy for my liking but I'm sure that's just a personal preference. Most people like a lot of cheese. Our server was very attentive and helpful. I will be back, hopefully to do karaoke!