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    The Elephant & Octopus

    4.7 (20 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Anna H.

    This restaurant was an old bank and we got to have our dinner in the vault. The food was delicious and they have wonderful special drinks. you'll enjoy this historical spot in Cape Charles.

    First sh & chips
    C N.

    Old bank now an English pub. We enjoyed a booth in the vault. Our waitress was friendly & encouraged us to try a few favorites. We were happy we listened because the fish & chips were some of the best we've had. The French dip was also very good.

    Jo Y.

    My in laws and I came into cape Charles first week in November. Town is so quiet and dead this time of year. Elephant and Octopus was my favorite thing about the day. The ambiance reminds me of a cafe in Europe with the exposed brink and small rooms throughout the inside. I had a yummy cider and the onion soup. Soup was delicious hints of fresh thyme. The other foods my family ordered were flavorful as well. Great service as well. I would definitely go back.

    Steak English mashed potatoes & broccoli.
    Kat M.

    E&O was recommended by a local couple (I believe it's under new management?) and it definitely was then best meal we had in Cape Charles. We sat outside with our young children and they were able to play and listen to the live music inside. We got two cocktails and split a steak dish. Absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. Staff was very friendly and accommodating and we loved talking to the other patrons. We can't wait to go back and try more on the menu. For what you pay I felt like we got more of a value than some of the other restaurants. And right after dinner you can cross the street and get Brown Dog ice cream.

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    7 months ago

    Why is it called The Elephant and the Octopus? Cute name, charming atmosphere, great staff, delicious cocktails!

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    9 months ago

    Ok food but ordering and service was terrible. Overpriced, but so are most places in Cape Charles.

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    10 months ago

    Outstanding food and amazing scenery. The drinks were fabulous as well. Everything was balanced and delicious. Excellent service !

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    Cape Charles Brewing Company - crab cake burger

    Cape Charles Brewing Company

    4.3(229 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    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.

    Local eats at Cape Charles brewery co. When first walking in you seat yourself and take a menu to…read moreopen table. No waiters or waitresses. Food and beer is ordered at the bar. My bestie and I ordered the crab cake sandwich. The sandwiches come with fries, but I chose to sub the fries for onion rings. There is an up-charge for onion rings instead of french fries. I would have ordered an extra side of onion rings if I had prior knowledge of the up-charge. In addition, I ordered a Hefeweizen for a summer beverage. It was alright, I would have loved to sample a few beers. I am looking forward to trying a few other beers next visit. The vibe was hometown relaxation and family friendly. Outside dining looked great for a cooler afternoon or evening.

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    Park Lane Tavern - Beef Wellington

    Park Lane Tavern

    3.9(787 reviews)
    25.6 mi
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    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 :)

    I've only been to this Park Lane Tavern twice. The first time with a party of three & it was okay…read more This last visit left me wanting. I came with a girlfriend after a workout for a healthy-ish dinner. We came around 9:30/10 & probably left right before closing because we were yapping. Food took a while to come out - we ordered calamari & goat cheese for appetizers and two salads that we ended up boxing up as the appetizers were filling although they didn't look very appetizing. The grilled chicken salad I got to go ended up giving my partner bubble guts even though it went straight in the fridge when I got home & the fruit vinaigrette tasted very artificial, even plastic. We were sat at a booth & felt a little rushed. The servers started sweeping the floors loudly but it was ten til closing so they probably wanted to get us & the last couple tables out. If I were ever to come back maybe it would be for lunch or a Wednesday Wellington night but although the decoration is fun, I feel much more welcomed at the smaller Kempsville VB location.

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    The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery - Beer Brauts  with spicy mustard and sauerkraut. Hand-Cut French Fries

    The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery

    3.7(299 reviews)
    24.2 mi
    $$

    The Vanguard is always a mixed bag…read more Ordering a drink on a busy night is the worst. They need a dedicated order line. No idea why they don't have one. It's just a horrible experience as is. They need to go to Precarious and see how they do it. Their food is generally good to great. They have a $5 before 5 app and drink special menu that is a really good deal. Nice spot for adults to have some drinks. Just be patient as service is generally slow. Now onto my recent experience.... I suggested it to some friends who wanted to grab some beers on MLK day which was a Monday. There were 4 of us guys and 7 kids. It's a lot. I get it. They weren't overly busy. Maybe a quarter full. I tried to keep the kids away from other tables by giving them boundaries. They were not happy with us. They didn't like the kids being outside in their patio (freezing, no one out there) etc. The one server was getting destroyed. She had just like 6 tables, but a 16 top. I felt badly for her. Our drinks correspondingly took about 20-30 minutes each time we tried to order. She was nice when she could get to us. At one point a person who said they were a manager, I think she said her name was Hannah, came over and said the kids couldn't be going around (again, I had boundaries not by any other patrons etc. from what I could see they were honoring them, but who knows), anyway she asked if we could keep them by us, which is fine. I then asked her if I could put in a beer and app order as I had been waiting for our server with an empty beer for at least 20 minutes. Instead of taking the order and ringing it in, she said she'd send the server over and disappeared never to be seen again. 5 minutes Iater the server was able to get free from her big table and get our beer orders and food in. Several items were forgot, but at this point we were kind of over it. Just not really your typical relaxed brewery vibe. Felt like they wanted it to be more of a sit down restaurant. That big long story to say it's not a spot for kids. Overall food and drinks are solid. Beer is solidly middle of the pack for Peninsula. Management needs some work.

    Hadn't been here for a while and we decided to stop on our way home…read more We didn't order any food items because we had just finished eating but they have some interesting items on their menu which I hope to try next time. We were greeted immediately as we entered. You have to wait to be seated but there was no wait. Our server was so nice and friendly. She took our drinks order and answered all our questions. This place should be on all locals list to check out. The vibe is very chill. We have stopped by when it's been busy and they've had live music and also when it's been on the quiet side like today. Every time the service has been superb and the staff go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. I only wish they were a little closer to home since they are located in Hampton but don't let that stop you. It's not a bad ride.

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