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    The Grill

    3.6 (66 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Oysters
    Vicky V.

    First of all, I'm not sure why this place has such low ratings because we were VERY happy with our food and service Walking into the restaurant, the aroma of fresh buttery seafood hit me in the face. You can tell that the food was going to be amazing. The restaurant was beautiful with very fancy furniture. The oysters were a bit small but came with a delicious tangy mignonette. I wish we had gotten the dozen because I was wanting more. The skirt steak was cooked medium rare and it was very tender. I got a side of chimichurri sauce in case it needed flavor but the herbed butter gave it plenty of flavor and the extra sauce was not needed. The herbed fries were crispy and flavorful. The aioli it came with complimented it very well. My husband got the beef Wellington and he said it was the best beef Wellington he's ever had. For dessert we got the pavlova which was soft and airy. The sorbet it came with was homemade and wonderfully tart. The service was definitely up to standard. I have no idea why other reviews complained about the service. We never had to flag anyone down. When I asked for an opinion on wine, the waitress was honest and said she didn't know much about wine but recommended the ones that sold the most. Our waitress was attentive, quick, and very professional. The manager even stopped by our table to make sure we were doing okay. Overall this place was phenomenal and we will definitely be back.

    Lazy grapefruit
    Bethel B.

    They weren't busy when I came in on a Monday. Located right near Atlantic surf park it's a great restaurant to try when visiting the oceanfront. Our server was very attentive and service was pretty fast. The low lighting gives the restaurant a modern feel and makes for the perfect dinner/date night location. Everything I tried was to die for. Love all things cheesey so the Mac n cheese and crab dip are some of the best I've had in the area. I was blown away by the Tomahawk. We were recommended the chimchurri accompaniment and it was perfect. I will say it was a pricey dinner but we were splurging for my birthday. They also brought out the chocolate flourless tart to celebrate, which I thought was really nice and thoughtful. Overall, I will definitely be returning!

    Inside
    Ben L.

    We came here for a lunch date and it was a mixed bag - the place was completely empty, except for us. Probably because we were the only people there, they gave us a little sampler appetizer before we actually ordered, which was really nice. Inside of the restaurant was pretty and the bathrooms were nice. We parked next-door at a pay to park spot that was pretty affordable. I think it was $3.50 for two hours of parking. Strangely, the service was slow even though we were the only people there. From beginning to end was an hour and 20 minutes. For food, we got the skirt steak with the shareable mac & cheese, a little side salad, a cup of clam chowder, the herb rolls, a deviled egg and a crabcake. For dessert, we got the flourless chocolate cake. I have to say all the food was very good. The skirt steak was pretty tender for the cut and I think a decent value, the clam chowder and mac & cheese was delicious as were the deviled egg and crabcake. The crabcake was mostly crab and had very little binder so it fell apart a little bit, but that's kind of what you want to maximize amount of crab you're getting. The rolls were a little bit unusual. They were sweet and salty on the outside with large flakes of salt, but on the inside, they were kind of savory because of the herbs, a little unusual but definitely enjoyable. The chocolate cake was very rich and dense and had some nice orange zest with it along with the ice cream on top. Overall, the food was really good, but the service was a little slow and it's a little bit of a pricier restaurant. As some other reviewers mentioned, there is a happy hour food and beverage menu that runs Monday through Friday as well.

    Calamari
    Daniel S.

    Sat at the bar for Happy Hour. Had a couple of beers from the local Wasserhund Brewery nearby, love this beer. The bartender that was our server was very friendly and we chatted with her the whole time we were there. All the food was excellent. There was no wait time at all, we just walked up and got a seat. It's very pretty inside, nice and elegant.

    Jess L.

    This place is such a hidden gem, wow!!!! Came here for date night and it was nothing but top tier here. For this place to only have been open for a couple of months now, they definitely out do themselves. Our waitress was Stephanie and was just a gem!!! We literally enjoyed every last bit of our meal. New fav for sure..

    Salad
    Shilisa D.

    The establishment is new, and aesthetically beautiful, located next to the Dome. Our server was attentive but getting our food took awhile. We ordered the mixed grill. The lamb was cold but the lobster roll was okay. The ribeye was tough and rubbery. The shrimp and macaroni were good. The crab cake lacked flavor. The prices are steep and the food was not worth the price.

    Katie T.

    Honestly, I am sickened by the amount of money we spent here last night. For the service and the amount of mistakes, it was just unacceptable. For the TL;DR version, we won't be back. Eater beware! Word to the wise, if you're really going to eat here, do yourself a favor and download the inKind app to get a $50 off $150 offer. You'll need it. We had a rezzie for 6pm because we had a show at the Dome at 8pm (we told our server this in a conversation when we sat down). We placed our cocktail drinks within 10 minutes of being seated and proceeded to wait 25 MINUTES for them to arrive to the table. Strike one. You need new bartenders. If you can't handle tables and a bar, you've got a long term problem. We ordered the calamari which was pretty good, but they put it on the table and we didn't even have silverware or plates yet. Oof. Strike two. The power went out for MAYBE 2 minutes and 30 seconds...maybe. Ok, whatever. Things happen. I ordered the skirt steak and fries which came out next to cold. My husband ordered a petit filet mignon with a baked potato and added the fancy stuff (the option for $19.50). Well, it came out without it. Our server kindly returned to the kitchen and said they would prepare it, but at this point it's close to the show, and we were going to have to box it anyway. Strike three. The service here aims to please, but misses the mark. While our waitress was sweet, she disappeared for long periods of time, didn't fill waters adequately (in a 2 hour visit) and didn't pay attention to the fact that we had a deadline. Just inexperienced. Overall employees just weren't smiling and didn't have good demeanor with guests. My cocktail was taken away with drink left it in. Sigh. Also, what is it with these bathrooms? This place is a sister restaurant to Mi Vida down the street and they are SO DARK. And only 2 of them? For the size of the place? Wow. The manager stopped by to ask how things were and I was honest. He seemed to think blaming everything on the power outage was acceptable. People, we are talking about a 2 minute outage. That doesn't put your bar and your kitchen behind by 30 minutes, or excuse mistakes. They did throw in a comp dessert, but I would have preferred they lessened the bill. I wish I would have listened to other reviews. The only redeeming thing of the evening was the Grill Punch, pictured here. Delicious. Otherwise, will never return.

    Inside
    China B.

    I went to The Grill because I had an issue with a dish from a previous visit, and the manager was nice enough to assist me. She was very friendly, upbeat, and accommodating!! She even met me outside to bring me my food. Which was really nice!! The restaurant is very modern and sleek with a nice vibe!! I got the grilled branzino, fried lobster fritters, and mac n cheese, and a pineapple mocktail. The lobster fritters are definitely good, a must try for sure! The tartar sauce is delicious!! The mac n cheese was a decent portion and was good, but could have been more flavorful. The Branzino had a beautiful presentation and was a good size portion. The top was grilled well but the bottom of the fish appeared a little undercooked and slimy. It was appealing until I got to that part. There was also a lot of bones. The mocktail was ok, but it kinda fell flat for me. It tasted like it was missing something. I do like the food here but I expect a higher standard because the food is a bit pricey!! I'd still return to try other dishes. They have limited street parking but there is a parking lot across the street you can pay to park in, or there's a nearby garage also. The area it's in is really nice. Check them out!!

    Partially eaten Crab Avocado Toast! So good!
    Michael J.

    Yesterday, I had the pleasure of eating at "The Grill!" I had researched before traveling to VA Beach from Columbus, OH what restaurant I wanted to visit and I couldn't wait! And boy! IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! Darlin (Amazing member of the management team) spoke to us at our table and started everything off right by explaining several great dishes and I felt like we orders it all! We started with All Bites and it was truly amazing! Hitting all the notes, including the dips. I cannot say enough about the Honey Herb rolls! I wanted to order a dozen to go or even as my main dish! No lie! The New England clam chowder was chocked full of clams that were so sumptuous in a delicious chowder that was perfectly seasoned! Liz stepped in after Darlin and continued the experience, bringing out or main dishes which were the Crispy Fish slider special, which INCLUDED Caesar salad, aioli fries AND flourless chocolate cake! The term "slider" is a misnomer because each slider was like a whole sandwich and it was amazing, even on the second day reheated! Now you know that's good! We also had the crab avocado toast and the crab was abundant succulent! I wanted to say a special thank you to Darlin and Liz for making the walk there so well worth it and then some! I cannot wait to return! If you're on the fence about going the grill, get off of it and make your way there! The atmosphere is high profile, yet relaxed. It's where you want to go on your first date, birthday or anniversary! It's that nice. You can enjoy yourself at the bar or in a booth. Lastly, the prices are more than reasonable! I'll be back when I return in October, WITH FRIENDS A PLENTY!

    Calamari

    Ambiance was very nice beautiful restaurant. Food was decent . Steak had a good flavor got a lunch special and was good with salad and fries . steak was a little under cooked . Appertizer was ok husband got devil eggs and said we're bland . Calamari's good .

    Dan R.

    Dinner at this spot is about to elevate your taste buds like never before. The Grill in Virginia Beach promises a feast with crispy calamari, marinated skirt steak, and more. Stay tuned as I rate each dish and share why this place stands out. I stopped by The Grill at the Oceanfront and didnt know what to expect. I was craving a good steak. I ordered the New York Strip, cooked medium-rare, I paired it with a crabcake and mushrooms & it came out perfect! The ambience was very aesthetically nice relaxed and upscale without it being too formal. The crowd was minimal, which made for a chill dining experience. Our server was very attentive and polite. The steak itself was good & im glad i paired it with a crabcake & Hollandaise sauce. The drinks at the bar were pumping one after another and yeah this seems like a great spot for drinks if youre looking for a place to unwind. Overall, I'd recommend this spot for cocktails and atmosphere andfood to enjoy! #foodie #foodreview #virginiabeach #badbunny #dinner

    Maria G.

    Hubs and I found a small window of quiet time away from family on Christmas Day to have dinner here. I was so glad they were one of the few restaurants open on a holiday. The atmosphere is intimate and the staff complimented the vibe. FYI... the menu is a la carte, so this is what I had for dinner. Cajun branzino - I like that it's grilled and branzino is a beautiful fish. However, it was way too salty and couldn't finish it after 1 bite. Wedge Salad - I love a good wedge salad and when I see it on the menu, I have to get it! The marinated tomatoes/onions that tops this salad were yummy. But it's weird that they pull a full piece of pork belly, I had to cut it up in pieces and at one point I was just dipping it in the salad dressing and eating the pork belly that way! LOL! For dresser I had the Pavlova. I never had it, so I am unsure how it supposed to taste but it was good. It was tarty because of the sorbet and raspberries used, so if you like a tarty sweet dessert, I guess this is for you. The best thing I had was the cappuccino! It was nice and smooth. They made it decaf for me and the quality was not compromised at all. So overall, will I be back....no LOL!

    Sabrina H.

    Came here for Mother's Day dinner and was very pleased! The atmosphere is calming but energetic. I love it being right across from the surf park and right next to the Dome. We were able to be seated outside on the patio and even though the temperature dropped, the overhead heaters did a great job. The service was spectacular! Our waitress was very attentive and answered any and all questions we had. She made some great recommendations for dinner. The food was spectacular!! I had the 8 ounce skirt steak and my husband had the King Salmon. Everything was cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back!

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    So they offer surf and turf?

    Yes... I ordered the skirt steak and had the option to add on shrimp... I am glad I did. They were delicious

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    2.1 mi
    $$$

    Let me start by saying so many people have recommended The Butcher's Son saying it was top tier and…read moreabsolutely delicious, so I was really excited to finally try it for myself. First, let me say the service was absolutely TOP TIER! The staff was attentive, friendly, and the overall atmosphere definitely gave that elevated dining experience. I don't mind paying for a fine dining experience as long as the food matches the experience. We started with the crab dip appetizer, and honestly it was solid. Definitely a good appetizer choice. For drinks, I kept it simple with a tequila sunset and substituted pineapple juice for orange juice a good drink! Now for the meals. I ordered the lamb chops with mashed potatoes and green beans. I hate to even say this because I had such high hopes, but the lamb chops lacked seasoning for me. I ordered them medium, but they were definitely more medium rare. I love a medium rare ribeye, but not so much with lamb chops. The mashed potatoes and green beans were decent, but overall needed a little more flavor. My husband had the Butcher's Burger with wedges. He said it was a solid burger, slightly overcooked, but still good overall. He did enjoy the different flavor the pork belly added. My daughter ordered the Pasta Pescatore and said it was good, but not necessarily an "oh my goodness, I have to come back for this" type of dish. Overall, because so many people told me I would LOVE The Butcher's Son, I think my expectations were extremely high. The experience and service were excellent, but the food itself didn't completely wow me. It was good, just probably not my first choice for a return visit.

    This is my husband's and I 3rd time visiting The Butchers Son, and as always we left pleased…read more We came in to celebrate our anniversary, first meal without one of our kiddos in ages. The atmosphere is nice, the food is spectacular, service this time was just ok but not something that would ruin our night. Our waiter was very absent for the most part, it did take a while for us to get our drinks and order; not much check backs for refills and such but overall he was a good server. The food is always amazing, I've never had a negative experience for their food. And the location is nice. The establishment is clean, more on the higher end, we came in dressed to impress for our date but you had a mix of how people were dressed. Down to just your everyday wear. 10/10 recommend

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    Fall into Bourbon event 09.27.23
    Fall into Bourbon event 09.27.23
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    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

    4.4
    (820 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    While out on a Wednesday evening, my daughter and I decided to stop by Cooper's for a quick wine…read moretasting, but the wait was far too long, so we ended up sitting at the bar and dining in. The bartender was very sweet and provided us with menus right away. Since I had a "Dine-In Only Bottle" available as a member, I ordered a bottle Cabernet Sauvignon, which is my absolute favorite. We also decided on the House-Made Meatballs (another favorite), the Crispy Barbacoa Arancini, which is a "featured" item, and the Classic Cheeseburger. While we waited, we chatted with others at the bar and since we all wanted to sample the Wine of the Month, the Blanc de Noirs, our bartender was able to provide us with a tasting, which we enjoyed. It took about 40 minutes for our food to arrive but everything tasted amazing, as always. The House-Made Meatballs never miss and the Crispy Barbacoa Arancini were amazing! My daughter enjoyed her Cheeseburger as well. Cooper's Hawk will forever be my one of favorite restaurants and I can't wait to return!!!

    This visit reminded me why I fell in love with Cooper's Hawk in the first place!…read more My last few visits had been a little hit or miss, so I was hoping this experience would be different--and it absolutely was. From the moment I arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and made for a wonderful dining experience. I decided to try several items from the **Seasonal Chef Recommendations** menu, and every course was excellent. I started with the Crispy Barbacoa Arancini, followed by the Shanghai Braised Short Ribs, which were incredibly tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I finished the meal with the S'mores dessert, and it was the perfect sweet ending. During my wine tasting, I discovered the Vin Velouté. It was so good that I couldn't leave without taking a bottle home! I was also thrilled to learn that the Watermelon Paloma wine has returned--and even better, it's now a permanent addition to the wine lineup instead of just a seasonal favorite. That was exciting news! This visit truly reminded me why I've enjoyed coming to Cooper's Hawk over the years. Great food, outstanding service, an enjoyable wine tasting, and a wonderful overall experience. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

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    Tasting bar
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    Caesar Salad
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    The Hunt Room

    The Hunt Room

    4.1
    (266 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    We stopped in for an early dinner and were really pleased with the happy hour options and quality…read moreof the food. Lindsey was an excellent server and made us feel welcome and provided great suggestions for drinks and food. The brick and wood interior was cosy and added to the historic feel. We will be back again!

    The bourbon is the only thing saving this place from a 1 star review…read more Its tucked in the basement level of the Cavalier Hotel, and looks interesting at first glance- a large bar room with a variety of seating and a big glass viewing area into the distillery. We had a reservation for five. Their answer to that was to sit us at a four person hi-top and stick a chair on the end so everyone was crammed in, and sitting on the end meant everyone kept bumping into me the whole night. As for the distillery- someone had the brilliant idea to turn off all the lights in there at 7- so there went your view and any ambient lighting in the dim basement. The service was slow and lackluster. The food was lousy. I had the venison, which was under-seasoned. The pepper gravy had no pepper in it. Only the Brussels sprouts had any actual flavor. The bourbon was the best part of the meal. They offer small 2ox tasters and it was actually quite well done. But not worth going back for.

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    Interior of the Hunt Room
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    Citrus broiled Cornish game hen
    The exterior of the Hunt Room in the basement of the Cavalier Hotel

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    The exterior of the Hunt Room in the basement of the Cavalier Hotel
    1608 Crafthouse

    1608 Crafthouse

    4.4
    (764 reviews)
    9.5 mi
    $$

    Had nothing to do for father's day as my parent's were murdered when I was a child and I'm the only…read morechild. I looked for a place that would be open on father's day. Found this place. Stopped by for a burger and a beer to drown in my solitude. Had great service. Prompt, attentive and genuine. Only downside was some pretentious guy named Jeff kept whining about the hostess and the service being "special needs" because he couldn't get his group prompt service under 15 minutes on a special holiday. If it wasn't for some derogative guy whining off the bell about how the service wasn't up to par every couple minutes I'd have enjoyed what would've been quite a depressing day for me. Other than that, burger was damn heavenly. Beer was cold and good. Service was grand. Some people just ruin it for others. Great spot, great burger, good beer and good folks. B.W.

    I haven't visited 1608 Crafthouse much, which is a shame because I've always enjoyed their food and…read moreservice. The last time I set foot inside their Pleasure House Rd location was at least 10 years ago. I celebrated my birthday there as my friends were kind enough to take me out. It was a Sunday morning and I sought out a place that offered brunch. I noticed 1608 was open and decided to head over, especially since I haven't visited them in ages. When I walked in, I noticed their dining room is dimly lit - much darker than I remember. I was greeted immediately by a kind hostess and she proceeded to sit me at a nearby table and provided me with menus (one food, one alcohol). I took my time looking over the food menu, and in the meantime I ordered a pint of Center of the Universe's Bald Irishman and a bottle of Boylan's Black Cherry soda (they do not have a soda fountain). What made this visit memorable was that 1608's bartender, Hunter, was an old acquaintance from back in my restaurant days. He spotted me and came over to say hi. After my meal, I continued to catch up with him at the bar. His presence made a pleasant experience even more fantastic. I thought I was hungry, so I ordered 2 dishes - Smoked Ham Fried Rice and the Breakfast Burrito. According to Hunter, every item is made fresh in house. After biting into each, you could tell that's true. Both the fried rice and burrito were delicious and boasted lots of flavor. Although I prefer my fried rice a bit simpler (if you give me just garlic fried rice, I am SET), 1608's fried rice (veggies, garlic, soy, basmati rice, 2 runny eggs, smoked ham) had a lot going on, which made for a flavorful dish. I liked the rice and the burrito (Korean style fried chicken breast, scrambled eggs, cilantro lime, cheddar, pico de gallo) a lot. I didn't finish either because it was a lot of food (I really thought I was hungry, haha). But these leftovers turned into a fantastic dinner later on. 1608 looked clean and organized, although I thought it was a little too dark inside, at least for brunch service. That's not a dealbreaker since everything from the food to the service was as excellent as I remember. I hope to return soon with my mom. Regardless, I'll find my way back eventually. Thank you, 1608 Crafthouse! And great seeing you again, Hunter! JV

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    Wall of Fame
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    Shrimp And Grits
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    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge

    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge

    3.6
    (42 reviews)
    6.4 mi

    Made a reservation and showed up 30 mins early and we were seated right away. Thought the inside…read morewas very nice and cozy. Really like the privacy as well. We ordered the truffle fries (my husband loved them) but I thought they needed a little more truffle. I told the waiter what drink I liked and he customized one for me. It was really good I had two! I ordered a medium ribeye with the potatoes and the steak itself was okay. I was very sad about the potatoes, took only a few bites and then left them alone. Overall for a date night I thought the place was good.

    Came here to check out this newly opened restaurant, and unfortunately I can't come back with the…read moreprice and taste of the food. P.S: The server and host were attentive and nice, so the low rating is entirely for the food. My bf and I ordered a truffle fries to share, I ordered the Braveheart Ribeye with broccolini and risotto(forgot what flavor but it was cooked in a cream sauce), and my bf ordered the Ribeye Lasagna. The truffle fries: the fries tasted fresh but they looked like the b-dub fries. Comes with ketchup, which I was hoping for some sort of aioli for an upscale chophouse. The Braveheart Ribeye: The temperature was what I asked for(medium rare), but the char is straight up crispy brunt and bitter as if I'm eating charcoal pieces. I also ordered a demi glaze on the side, and that tasted and looked like some McCormick sauce. No demi-glaze flavor and the color is transparent like those powdered gravy packets. The broccolini was bitter. They were tucked under the steak so maybe the brunt from the steak went onto the broccolini... The risotto was creamy but they were undercooked cuz they were still hard. My bf said his Ribeye Lasagna just tasted like a normal lasagna like he couldn't tell the difference of normal beef and the "ribeye meat" that they used, but it was a big size and the sauce was pretty good so he thinks it's worth the money. The creme brulee... I have this tradition with my bf which we will order a creme brulee(if the restaurant provides) during our first visit. I'm no Michelin creme brulee reviewer, but I'd say I tried and made enough creme brulee to identify what a standard and good creme brulee is, and unfortunately this just ain't one. The flame on top is a cool gimmick but it melts the supposedly crispy top to a little too soft (we waited for about 5 mins after the flame was gone before eating it). The texture of the creme was NOT creme brulee but more like flan, when the creme should've been more of a custard/solid but creamy like texture. We were told their creme brulee has a little orangey-taste to it, but the orangey taste just totally covers the flavor of creme brulee. All we could taste was a bitter orange flan. Although my bf likes his lasagna, we both agreed that for this price we would've expected better tasting food. I have no doubt that the ingredients they used were high quality, but this is just not gonna go nowhere when you don't have the right chef to cook them.

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    Prime 54 Chophouse & Lounge
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