This spot is always a fav. I've been at least 10 times and always forget to leave a review. The atmosphere is relaxed while the food and drinks feel more elevated. When you enter you will need to seat yourself at any clean empty table. The waitress will see you and come by with menus. There's typically just 2 waitresses somehow holding down the whole place but we've always felt attended to. Menu is tapas style, small plates. I love their fresh bread! They have a variety of rotating creative cocktails and mocktails. Seasonal bread puddings for dessert are a must. I've turned multiple "I don't like bread pudding" people into believers here. Live music is typical at different points throughout the night. It can get loud depending on how close you sit to the performers but there's far seating that allows for a more conversational volume. The crowd is age diverse but lots of Gen X and millennials. Great place to meet up with friends, do a casual date night, or sit at the bar and meet new people. read more

Feeling fancy. Try this spot. Right on for what you desire. Dress up and get excellent service, food and ambiance. Always happy here. read more

I'm really excited to have this establishment in my neck of the woods. Got there when they opened and in no time all the tables were packed. It's obviously a local favorite and after trying some of their dishes, I understand why. We were a party of four and we started off with some drinks. Two got the Mezcal Old Fashion, one got a Devils Backbone lager and I got the French Martini. Everyone enjoyed their drinks and for whatever reason I didn't take a picture of my Martini and it was the prettiest drink of all. It was a little on the sweet side but still delicious. My daughter has become a regular there and our server recognized her and welcomed her back. She was very friendly and helpful. She continuously checked on us and even offered to make recommendations. Three of the four of us are vegetarians and I was pleasantly surprised to see more than usual choices. I shared several small plates with my daughter and everything was delicious. We got their smoked collard greens (first time for me), their fried artichoke hearts and their baguette served with dipping oil and Parmesan cheese. My husband got their calamari which is served with two different dipping sauces and a side of fries. He said that it was perfect. My daughter-in-law got their vegetarian chicken sandwich in bbq sauce and fries and she loved it. Overall we had a pleasant experience and can see my husband and I becoming regulars. We are already planning our return visit. The vibe is very relaxed and cozy. read more

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First time here and I was a good vibe with very nice employees. Had the Hemingway daiquiri and French 75 cocktails and they were delicious. I other sirloin me rare but I was slightly overcooked but still tasty l. The she crab soup and it was tasty. read more

The Roads Bistro - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Found exactly what I was looking for at The Roads Bistro! Really awesome live music and food. I've really been into jazz/R&B lately and happened to get invited here tonight for my friend's daughter's show. The ambiance is relaxing. I got the ahi tuna. It was yummy! They had some good fries, great portion. I loved the pot stickers in Thai chili sauce. Staff were nice. I'm so glad I just happened to get invited to this place. So excited to see some more live music here, yay! read more

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Absolutely love this place-the food, the cocktails, the service. It's all top notch. And if you happen to be there on a live music night, you're really in luck. read more

We stopped into the Roads Bistro for a night cap and the entire experience was amazing. We were lucky to get a seat on their couch and had a direct view of the live band playing, This is a great place for date nights! The cocktails were amazing and the food looked great. It was very busy on a Friday evening but that didn't deter the service, everyone was very friendly and the music and atmosphere was very inviting. I definitely want to return to try their food! read more

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Great atmosphere and warm and cozy decor. If you are looking for a great date night spot I highly recommend The Roads Bistro. Go in expecting small plates and a wide selection of drink options. Service is great and I will be back for sure. read more

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A chill vibe. The bartender was nice, and served our group right away. There's plenty of seating and live music on certain nights. They have a simple menu, but I didn't try any food. My friends got a few shots and we were on our way. In and out! Check them out!! read more

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This used to be one of my favorite spots. I've had great meals here in the past and often recommended it to friends. Unfortunately, my most recent experience was not only disappointing but also left me questioning whether I'll return. During my previous visit, I received a dish that was noticeably subpar compared to past few visits. Wanting to give the benefit of the doubt, I followed one of the cooks suggestion (whom I randomly ran into the next day) to speak with the manager directly instead of leaving a negative review. I approached the conversation respectfully and constructively, but was met with an unexpectedly defensive and dismissive response by both the server and the manager. The manager seemed more interested in brushing me off, even telling me to "just write a review" rather than engaging in any meaningful dialogue. The guests I attended with was also taken aback by his response. It wasnt a matter of trying to get free food, but actually notifying them about my last experience. Since half the staff was seriously under the influence when I last visited. (also confirmed by the manager when I spoke with him) What made the experience even more uncomfortable was overhearing staff speaking negatively about us after the conversation. It felt unprofessional and frankly, unnecessary...especially when I had approached things in good faith. It's disappointing when a place with great food and potential is overshadowed by poor customer service and a lack of professionalism. I hope they reflect on this feedback, because it could've been handled so differently. As someone who also works in the service industry, I was try to provide the benefit of the doubt..but let's be real..none was needed after this dramatic interaction. read more

Delicious food and drinks. Awesome staff. Musicians for live music. Great experience. read more

The Roads Bistro - Steak tacos - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I came to The Roads Bistro because my husband had gotten the recommendation from a really good friend. We were told that the food was scrumptious here. We found a cozy spot in the back to get comfortable in and we had a great view of the stage. To our greatest surprise, a Jazz band was performing that night! We were ecstatic because I love music. We ordered and ordered and ordered plate after plate. The chef was phenomenal. The drinks were well made and tangy! The food was cooked to perfection and decadent. I was so happy! Hubby was so glad I agreed to go to this restaurant. I love the Spanish flare and vibe that this place has. I totally recommend The Roads Bistro for a romantic date night! read more

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We came here with kids. Loved it, it was a nice adult date night, but no kids menu in sight. Understandable. read more

The Roads Bistro - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Instantly you are transported to a real chill relaxing enjoyment as you enter the Roads Bistro! Service is welcoming, you are served with a smiling face. Staff are super attentive as owner Michael also makes sure you are good. Celebrating lil Bro 40th birthday was ABSOLUTELY TOP NOTCH FANTASTIC!! Cold apps 10/10 and Hot apps 10/10. Drinks 10/10. Service 10/10. I appreciate a Chef who is not intimidated to do their own thing. Sold apps solid house made picked cups! House made salmon and toast. Pure straight fire. Hot apps Calamari milk soaked tender. Hubby loved the wings. GOYZA and dupping sauces and ramalode. The Roads Bistro had live music tonight, what a VIBE!! Chole Youtsey and her band did the THANG!! I hope to catch you again and you have a follower rt here! Please visit and enjoy yourself. EAT well. On or off menu you will not be disappointed read more

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This is hands down one of my favorite places to go! It's a relaxed environment. Come dressed up, come dressed down. You'll be welcomed and wanted. The owner and the staff are wonderful. The food is almost always fantastic! The rotate out the menu so it doesn't get boring and there is always something new. For the vegetarian lovers there are many options there too! Which is great for a few friends I want to bring. It is our choice to go out most nights. Worth the money and the time, almost every time. read more

Food was really good, so that's a plus!! The shrimp, artichokes, smash burger and potstickers were all very tasty. It was a Friday night around 6pm so it was busy and there was a live music act that was warming up when we arrived. The service was a bit slow but the waitress was apologetic and polite. The only problem was how loud the live music was while we're were dining. We weren't as far away as possible from the music but we were in the next room over and it was good music but it was ear splitting. I'd consider going back for the food, and maybe showing up before the band kicks off or maybe a jazz night. read more

Food and service is great every time we go. The drinks are very well made too. . . . read more

I y. I love love love Roads Bistro. From the the relaxed vibe, welcoming staff, perfectly crafted cocktails, and their ever-changing hot tapas menu. I always enjoy coming here. Some menu items have a different twist but have never been disappointed. The Old Fashioned is always on point, and this time I tried the Whiskey Sour with egg whites - soooo good! Plus, they have live jazz music after 7pm (check their website for the schedule). If you haven't been yet, make sure to add it to your list! Keep in mind the menu rotates, so some items may not always be available - like the Peruvian Chicken Tacos we had, which were absolutely delicious. read more

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Came with the family to support our family who was playing with the live band. Very modernized feel with a romantic vibe. Crab cakes were pretty good despite the size. Expresso martinis are the GO TO. Service was pretty good even with the live music. If you are looking for a romantic dinner and don't want to drive too far, this is a good spot! read more

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Great spot for tapas and cocktails with a casual atmosphere and good service! We came for a birthday celebration with 8 friends and were able to get a reservation same day which was awesome. I got the French Martini which was done perfectly. Would absolutely get it again. It was very well balanced and perfectly chilled. The foam on top was an added bonus. As a group, we ordered close to 75% or more of the menu so we got to try bites of many things. Here's what we loved: Chicken Teriyaki Postickers Scallops Beef Carpaccio Big Mac Flatbread (it was a special of the day but would LOVE for this to be a mainstay menu item) A few of the items that we weren't huge fans of were the goat cheese and olive bruschetta and the wedge salad with the beets. The olives on the bruschetta was incredibly overpowering. There was no balance. The salad was just a bit bland and dry. Otherwise, we loved the other bites we got to try and look forward to trying more off the menu. read more

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Had dinner here last night 12/27/2023 to celebrate a friend's birthday. Everyone had been here before. This was my first time and had been looking forward to visiting this place. We were a table of 10 and we all ordered different things. I ordered the Scallops, Beet & Apple Wedge salad and Beef Carpaccio. I love wedge salads and I knew this was not your typically salad. I did enjoy this dish with its bright tanginess. This dish is definitely sharable. I would prefer more beets but that's just because I love beets. The apples gave it a nice sweetness. Beef Carpaccio was not bad but when I think carpaccio I am assuming thinly raw steak and this was not the case. It was more like medium rare as you can see in the pic. It was still good but I would like my carpaccio raw thank you. Now the star was the Scallop dish, those scallops were cooked perfectly with a nice sear on them. You get three average sized scallops but man were they so sweet and plump not chewy at all. This was my favorite out of the three dishes I had. Everyone else got Pierogies, Gnocchi, Sirloin steak, Cheese board, She crab soup and Shrimp tacos. They all enjoyed their dishes. I had a taste of the she crab soup, pierogies and gnocchi. I definitely will get the pierogies and she crab soup next time. The gnocchi was good but I was expecting pillowy soft these were pan fried. Not bad but I prefer soft gnocchi. There was live music playing but I really was not paying attention as I more engaged with my group. Service was good. Dishes came out at different times but this is tapas so it comes when it is ready. The wine flowing and we all enjoyed our time here. Will definitely be back! read more

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We love this place, always our go to spot when we want good food, good drinks, awesome jazz musicians and a great staff. Hope to be back there soon. read more

Great service! The staff is so friendly and accommodating. I had the Artic Char which was delightful. The vibe of this establishment is fun, relaxed, funky with great tunes rounding out the ambiance. read more

The Roads Bistro - Artic Char - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

This is a gem in Virginia Beach. The food is fantastic. I don't think I've had one bad thing and have started coming here regularly. The live music is always fantastic with excellent musicians. I'm a big fan of the pierogis, chicken wings and espresso martini. I highly suggest making reservations. read more

The service is exceptional!! I was disappointed in my strawberry chicken salad but I would go back and give them another chance!!! Cute place with a GREAT vibe!! read more

I really liked the menu here. The bartender was super attentive and friendly offering some of her favorite suggestions. They had Cape Charles brewery on tap which I loved. The food came out quick and hot. They seem to have a very good vibe there. I had the burger, very tasty. read more

This little place was nice. First thing that I noticed was how trendy it looked inside. There were a good amount of people in there at the bar and they look like they were having a great time. I think as time goes on, I think that they should have a dj on Saturdays. I feel like they need a dj. Maybe have a person playing an instrument or something. Or an open mic night. Anyway I digress. I tried a few things on their menu. First I tried their Israeli couscous salad. It was good but I think the salad dressing should be more wet. It was more like a tomato relish. It was good though. Next I had their Brussels sprouts. It was the Au Gratin. It was ok. I think it could have used more balsamic on it. I'll have to try the other Brussels next time I come in. They have two kinds. Next I had the Sirloin Steak Swiss chard | Root vegetable medley | Red Wine Demi. It was good. I think next time I will try the wings. My husband had the burger. He said it was a 7/10. He said it was good but needed a bit more salt or adobo on the burger. We will definitely be back. This place was awesome. Also, our waitress and all the staff were efficient and very nice. read more

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Me and my boyfriend have come in twice now and they are a wonderful establishment. The service is great and the food is even better. The swordfish, crab cakes, and she crab soup are fantastic. Paired those with a glass of wine and had a great night listening to live music. read more

I really love this place! I've been to this spot about 3X. I love the atmosphere, decor, the location and especially the live music on Saturday. It's a nice neighborhood spot. Large enough for group celebrations. The food, love the fries! I was told the burger is good and She-Crab soup. The chicken wings, not so much. The wings MUST improve! Absolutely no flavor and the calamari is too breaded. The drinks are good...I've heard no complaints except they are a little pricey. I understand supporting small businesses and for this reason I have to manage my spending or I'll be asking for a part-time job Let me know if you go and your thought read more

Visited The Roads Bistro on a recommendation from a friend. We got there around 830, and there was a live jazz band going. The servers told us to sit wherever we'd like, and we were waited on almost immediately and given waters. There is a good wine and cocktail selection as well as a good variety of tapas and a few entrees. We tried the deviled eggs, Peruvian chicken tacos, and mini crab cakes. Everything was delicious! This is a place you can dress up for a date night or dress down and be comfortable. The crowd was a mixed crowd. Our service was excellent; everyone was super friendly! If I lived closer, I could see myself being a regular. I definitely want to go back and try the brisket smash burger sandwich! The Roads Bistro is a neighborhood gem! read more

We wanted to try something new on birthday, and we loveeeee tapas, so we ended up here! Lord help me it was so good! We were seated right away. It's located in a strip mall and a bit hidden. But the space is pretty big and they have a stage for live music and a large stocked bar. Our server was so friendly and funny, she was great. And everything came out quickly and our drinks were kept up with. We ordered a charcuterie board, some goat cheese and olive tapenade. Then we ordered the pierogis - I LOVE pierogies and these did not disappoint - and the chicken and waffles and the Barbacoa tacos. All were delish and elevated takes on popular dishes. I honestly can't wait to return. Also, they make a mean aperol spritz! read more

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The his review is for drinks ONLY. Great drinks, creative and delicious. Good service! read more

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First time having dinner here. Thus place is awesome and clean, overall great vibes. The menu is different but innovative and I wanted to try everything. The wings are delicious, the gnocchi is spot on and the staff are friendly. The dishes are rich with flavor, highly recommend. read more

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Nice little spot for dinner & drinks. Decent tapas menu, also has full entrees and specials available. It's been here for about 2 years and had no idea. We went for a friend's birthday dinner. They had a nice little jazz ensemble playing. Loved the ambiance and friendly staff. Will definitely go again. Some of the food is pretty spicy so make sure to ask! read more

The Roads Bistro - Charcuterie board & pierogies - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Great place with inventive tapas-style food, well made cocktails, and live music. Service has been great every time I've been, and the only downside for me is that it is located in a part of Virginia Beach that is a bit of a drive from my home. Otherwise, I would definitely be a regular! read more

This place is such a gem! The food is always good, they are smaller portion plates and can be a little pricey but definitely yummy and worth it! The drinks are also really good! The staff is amazing, remember who you are and treat you like family! The place itself is darling, split between a homey lounge like area with a fire place and couches to compliment, a live music area where they have frequent local jazz singers fill the building with music that really should be played more often, through their high top tables and bar area to what feels like a different restaurant as their upscale dining area! This could be a quick bite place, a romantic dinner, a catch up with friends or a place to meet locals! Definitely worth visiting! read more

Everything about this place was special! The seating was very intimate and not too close. They also have a number of jazz musicians play. My husband and my friend's husband appreciated that it was not too loud. Now the food is AMAZING! The collard greens are too die for with its smoky flavor. My husband said he had never tasted anything like it. The staff was so welcoming and the chef even came out to talk to us. I had the fried artichokes and the rockfish dinner. Something you must know about this place is that it is tapas and they bring out the food as it is ready which is probably why everything tasted so good! It didn't sit under a heat lamp. This will definitely be a new favorite place. read more

This place has a total of two sandwiches on their menu. I dont understand why this shows up when searching for sandwiches.

Went for dinner with friends on a live music night and had a great time. Drinks and food were all great, and service was outstanding. Highly recommend the honey lemon pepper wings! read more

Enjoyed the live music, food and service. Very cool to hang out at the bar or the right side (lounge and tables) near music. The left side is more for enjoying dinner with less distractions. read more