Best bar ever!!! The Shack is a unique experience near the oceanfront. I recently visited The Shack on 8th this past Thursday. It was pretty empty out there but we didn't mind. The weather was kind to us and the drinks were crushing. You can really make a day out of it with the fun games they provide. Connect 4, jumbo Jenga and cornhole is what I saw. My only small issue is I wish it was adult only experience. While there someone with a crying baby was also there and it dampened the mood. I get it mom and dad wanted a drink too but maybe they should pick somewhere more children friendly next time. read more

What an amazing day we had celebrating our daughter's nursing graduation at The Shack. We woke up to a beautiful (and very warm!) Virginia day, and from the moment we arrived, everything was perfect. Our firepit area was already reserved and ready, the managers and servers greeted us with smiles, and the food came out exactly at 3:30 -- hot, fresh, and a huge hit with everyone. The staff, from the day manager to the evening manager, were so attentive and on top of everything. They truly helped make this celebration memorable for all of us. If anyone is looking for a beautiful, relaxing venue -- one that's fun for adults and kids -- we highly recommend "The Shack". Thank you again for making her special day even more special. read more

Good vibes at the Shack on 8th. From the chill outdoor setup to the live entertainment and fun lawn games (cornhole, jumbo Jenga, Connect 4--you name it), this spot brought good energy all weekend long. We enjoyed it so much we came twice during our VA Beach trip! Their crushes are a must -- the Strawberry Lemonade and Honey Habanero were fan favorites in our group. We also grabbed some nachos and cheese curds for quick apps -- tasty, fast, and perfect for sharing while hanging out. Definitely a 10/10 recommend for anyone looking for a good time at the beach! read more

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The Shack is a really neat place close to the boardwalk/beach. Wide open space with picnic tables and a center bar. Food is offered more like a food truck offering and was decent. Plenty of games to play and lots of sunshine. The food was delivered to the table after ordering, but you have to go back to the bar to get drinks. read more

10/10 great place at any time of day! Virginia Beach needs more outdoor fun bars like this one! The Shack is the best during the summer since it is outdoors, but it is also fun in the fall as they have outdoor heaters and fire pits to sit around. The annual weenie dog race is a plus! read more

Been here a few times so here's my honest feedback: If you're coming for drinks, it's usually a great time. The crushes hit and are very refreshing for like $11 a piece. If you're coming for food, go somewhere else. We had lunch here and it was bad. We ordered chips and Guac, our Guac was brown and we asked for more chips cause the chips were super stale. That should have been a warning for the rest of our meal. "Beef, pork, and chorizo tacos were all terrible" - my husband. Just not a great experience and the waitress didn't even care . During the day (even in the tourist season) it's pretty nice, good for kids and strollers, they have fans but it does get hot. read more

WORST BAR EVER!! i accidentally went into the men's bathroom and the security guard told me i had to leave. the bathroom lablels were scrubbed off so you could not even tell which bathroom was which, and these were porta potty stalls. we followed multiple ladies into here and they said we had to leave and could not even finish the drinks we paid for. is this really what you pay your security for? you don't even know what gender i identify as and the security said i would have to show my id to prove it. they didn't check my id at the entrance or even the bar. sounds like they are going to face a discrimination lawsuit..... read more

The Shack had good drinks, but the food from the food bus was honestly some of the worst food I've had. I tried the smokeshack brisket sandwich and chips and queso. The brisket was very chewy, but the fries were decent. The chips were stale and the queso was cold and watery. The service was quick and responsive. Also, the ambiance was very nice. The lights, outside seating, games, and movie night they had were all nice touches. I would only recommend going for the drinks and atmosphere. The main shack kitchen was closed at the time, so I can't speak to that. But I would definitely not try the food bus menu. read more

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Awesome experience! Family of 6 with a pair teens and pair of littlees. We got our food FAST! Great burgers, great salmon pesto sandwich. Fun outside atmosphere. One of our new VA Beach favs read more

I appreciate parking being available on the side street right near the restaurant. It's $5 for the first hour and $2 every additional hour. The greeter was kind and led me to the group I was joining. We sat near the fire pit, which was nice on a sunny but chilly day. The vibes and ambience are immaculate. The waitress was great at taking care of the group and coming back and forth to see if we needed anything. A + on the service. I ordered a orange crush and jerk tacos with chips and salsa. The orange crush was a 10/10, plus dying happy hour, they are $5. The tacos were okay, nothing spectacular. I had to spruce them up with the salsa for the chips. The jerk flavor was bland. I will be back for drinks and vibes. Oh and they have games. read more

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What a hidden gem (although not sure how hidden it is)... We decided to check this place out for lunch, as it looked like it had a nice outdoor seating area. We weren't able surprised to find a HUGE grassy back area with cornhole and bocci ball, and lots of seating amidst beautiful trees! The vendors were also fun to explore while waiting for our food, and it looked like they had some nice fire pits for the evenings. read more

Good orange crushes with the oj squeezed as freshly as possible ($5 during happy hour). The two bartenders I met were fun/nice. I liked the heaters by the chairs as well as the little fires throughout the premise. Restrooms were clean. Did not have any of their food. read more

We came to the shack to check out their Easter festivities and pop up market. There was a free Easter egg hunt with candy for the kids, and plenty of handmade items for sale from different vendors. Of course we decided to get food while we were there, which was honestly a little disappointing. They only had one of their kitchens open since it's technically still the off season, so I can't compare to how the food is when their full menu is available, however the portion sizes for the prices was sad. Our waitress was fantastic and very sweet, and the atmosphere was fun, with plenty of outside entertainment to keep everyone busy. Overall, I would definitely recommend checking this place out, especially with their full drink menu! Just be prepared to pay exorbitant prices for subpar food. read more

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3 stars for good service. I walked up to the bar and was able to get a cup of ice water from the very friendly bartender. Green tea shots + vodka cranberry were really good. Very crowded on a Friday night (makes sense) with limited seating due to the crowds. I had a good time, not sure if I'll be back though. Very similar to the bars you would find in a college town- if that's your scene, you'll love it here! read more

So fun, awesome adult hangout. Multiple bars with plenty of bar tenders. Great seafood and drinks. Very friendly staff, definitely organized and efficient. All kinds of games to play. read more

Ordered the Carne Asada nachos really really good. The service was amazing. The service is good. If you have children, you can bring them kid friendly they have games the drinks amazing. Ordered the cocktail . I wanna call it the cherry limeade with vodka in it, but I really don't know the name of it, but it was good, come check them out great atmosphere for a day or just hang out read more

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Atmosphere: incredible Drinks: well-priced and good Service: great Food: not quite mediocre I guess good food really isn't what draws you in here anyways and it's nice that they have food options, but it was disappointing. However, we had a wonderful time here and will definitely be back for fun afternoons and evenings. Love the vibe with all of the games and the ability to be outdoors. Easy to stay cool with their cooling fans, as well. Crushes were great. read more

The Shack On 8th - Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Visited on a Friday early evening with my wife and son (5 years old) and had a good time. I can't speak to the late evening crowd, but I'm sure it's much the same. Overall solid choice for a couple or a family. Pro tip - Go with the burrito! Pros: 1.) Great music! (stick figure, sublime, rebellution, iration, the movement, ziggy marley, etc.) 2.) Laid back vibe 3.) Expansive food and drink menu(s) 4.) Fantastic burritos Cons: 1.) Drinks could've been a bit stronger and less sweet. 2.) Tacos need to come with some sauce read more

The Shack On 8th - Borderline burrito w/ chips and queso - Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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If you like warm beer served in a can with no glass, high priced food served on paper plates with plastic cutlery, weird seating arrangements, and nothing but country music playing,,,then this is your kind of place. 2 adults and 1 child, over $100 for food that gave us indigestion. Not my kind of place. Seems like this is mostly a weekend get drunk kind of place read more

This place is trash. They claimed happy hour to be until 7pm, but changed prices before 5:30pm. I don't know if it had to do with discrimination of some sort, but this bar definitely sucks. They refused to honor posted prices, you can find plenty of places that don't discriminate in any way. Brandon was the only person who offered good service. Thank you Brandon. read more

What a great bar and event space. Owned by the same people who own Watermans. Famous for.their crushes. There are fire pits, games, twinkle lights, and inexpensive cocktails. We dropped by for one as we were flying out early the next day. It is a great place with great ambiance, and if I lived in the area, I would definitely be a regular. Jarod was our bartender, and I described I wanted something tropical, but not too sweet, and he nailed it. It's definitely a go-to spot for anyone visiting Virginia Beach. read more

I normally have come here for the beverages. I love a good orange crush. It's a fun place to hang out with friends. There's outdoor games and plenty of lounging areas. It gets busy here at night - especially in the warmer months. I wanted to come on here to highlight the banh mi pork bowl I ordered after I went for a run on the boardwalk. The crunch of the fresh jalapenos (it was an add-on), pickled onions, and pickled ginger over a soft bed of rice and pulled pork and spicy mayo drizzle was mouthwatering. The freshness of the cilantro tied the bowl together. I would come here to eat just the banh mi pork bowl again. read more

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Tacos are dry and have zero taste. Food is lacking in taste considering the price you pay. Atmosphere is terrific- just don't come here if you are hungry. A shame since Waterman's restaurant has fabulous food and is our favorite seafood restaurant. read more

Sunday I attended the event Rose Day at The Shack on 8th and ended up having the best moms day out Day Party experience since COVID. The shack on 8th is an amazing outdoor venue. This outdoor restaurant and bar is located on Atlantic right across the street from the beach! The staff: It took us awhile to get a server. We kept asking different servers that walked by and kept getting the same answer that they were not our server. Eventually we moved to another table and the server we asked 3 times felt bad and decided to assist us. From then on she made sure our experience was very pleasant. The scene: There are a lot of choices on seating. From tables to cushion lawn furniture in front of the firepit, swings, to cozy nooks in hidden corners and a beautiful BoHo shack. The area is filled with great décor of plants, fans, and lights. The food: We ordered queso and chips, crab dip and chips, tuna bites and fried shrimp. None of the food we ordered was anything special but we were intoxicated and could care less!!! The drinks: The Rose table consisted of two flight options that had 4 Rose flights each, there was also a Froze option which was Rose and vodka frozen. We also tried the blackberry crush which was a standard crush that the oceanfront is known for. Overall the vibe at the Shack on 8th was awesome. I had the best time during the middle of the day on a Sunday since COVID. We met a lot of cool people, danced, laughed and drank. The DJ was great and played a lot of great old school hits that make you get up and dance. I will be back for sure. We have already planned a couples night. read more

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My expectations were too high. We only picked up a to go order. The food and drink were great. I have always wanted to check out The Shack. Sure wish we had done it before COVID-19. Only giving 4 stars because it just seemed lacking. Orange crush is a classic locals drink. It was great. We got the Rude Boy burrito also great. Just wish it had come with rice or beans or chips. Just felt the whole time we were missing out on something. I guess what I'm saying is that I wanted more. Staff super friendly and helpful. Parked right up front and ran in and picked up our order. This is off season so it was like a ghost town. I'm looking forward to visiting when COVID-19 is over and we can get back to socializing. I feel this place has the potential for 5 stars read more

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I went today however I did not heed the warning. the service was quick, the ambiance was nice a little chilly but they can't control the weather. however the cook needs to be fired. the food was awful. the pulled pork was dry and looked like it had been under a heat lamp and it had no seasoning totally tasteless and the brisket was fatty and had no taste. i Suggest they stick to serving drinks. i am still trying to figure out how you can mess up French fries and Cole slaw. If you're going out to dinner eat there eat before you go so you won't order anything to eat. letting you know so you DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!! read more

***** THEY BLOCKED ME ON INSTAGRAM ****My party and i were kicked out because of false accusations. when i asked the officer picture above , Officer Eves, she dismissed my question&was really rude. I called her a bitch.Freedom of speech right.When i was able to speak to manager she completely defend the officer,even after i told her what happened exactly she dismissed me and walked off. May have been racism, im not sure because this is my first time experiencing this. The manager spoke to me calmly before disrespecting me and walking off telling me to stay off the property even after i told her the other party antagonized me. The food was actually pretty bad as well. everything came out luke warm. Also im not looking for the rude owner to say this was good feedback, i want a full refund and for her to screen all police officers she "hires" read more

The Shack On 8th - Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The shack on 8th is the outdoor beach shack you've been dreaming about! This outdoor restaurant and bar is located on Atlantic right across the street from the beach! The staff: I have been wanting to go to a beach oasis and have been a little nervous to do so because of COVID. Let me tell you the staff did a phenomenal job putting our minds at ease! They had complimentary hand sanitizers at the entrance, they gave us paper menus and all the tables were socially distant which was perfect! Our server was pleasant. He kept our drinks flowing,answered all our questions and made really good suggestions. The scene:There are soooooooo many cozy little nooks to nestle in with your friends, family and /or loved ones! The outdoor seating is complimented with lush plants, twinkling lights, fans, fire pits and the salty ocean breeze. The food: we ordered brisket fries (times 2), a cheeseburger, two kinds of tacos, and a bang mi beef hotdog! The brisket was amazing! It was flavored perfectly. The fries were good but tasted a little salty coupled with the brisket. I think if they cut back the salt on the fries that dish would be perfect! The Cuban beef tacos practically melted in our mouth they were soooo good! The Banh Mi taco was Tasty and cooked to perfection. The drinks: You can't visit the shack without trying one of their infamous crushes! I tried the Tito and a Raspberry lemon aid crushed they were both delicious! They will even make virgin crushes for the kiddos if you ask nicely! My husband ordered a beer and the can felt cold but the beer was really warm so that was a bummer! Overall the vibe at the Shack on 8th is endless!People of all ages, demographics and walks of lifeAre welcomed here and collectively come here to have a good time. Although it's not quite a 5 star experience this place checks most of the boxes, great service, great scenery, good food, pretty good drinks. read more

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Several people have told me this place was worth a try. So in area first night I say let's go for it. Staff was very friendly. Was not crowded at all which was nice as well. Ordered Diet Coke which first glass tasted like seltzer. Other was pretty much same. Waitress took off bill. I ordered cheesesteak sandwich. Was really good except the cheese was really watered down. Fries were well done as requested and where really good. Here for a week. Definitely going back to give a 2nd try.... read more

My bestie and her hubby were in town this weekend and it was a scorcher!! At about 11pm, Saturday night, she wanted to head down to the oceanfront. I knew the perfect place to take her. That's right, The Shack on 8th. It is a summer vibe for sure!! We love Waterman's, so it was a no brainer. Apparently, I was the only one who was hungry so I ordered a cheesesteak to go with my Orange Crush. The Shack's Orange Crush variety is extensive. She ordered a Coconut Lime Crush that was delicious. The Shack has plenty of bars so we did not spend all of our social time standing in line. In fact, they have a "Fast Lane". By the time I looked up from putting my card back in my wallet my drink was looking at me to pick it up. The ambiance and outdoor decor was everything. The music put me in a club mood. Some people played outdoor games like Corn Hole while others socialized at one of the many seating areas or just stood, laughing and talking. Last call was about 1:20am, and it was time to head to the door around 1:30am. It was an adult crowd and we felt very safe. Highly recommend this spot if you're hanging on the lower end of the strip. read more

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Went there while on vacation in VA Beach. Really fun place with a really cool set up! It was basically a large courtyard type atmosphere with live music, game areas, a couple of retail vendors, and different food vendors. Drinks were good, servers were nice and helpful, definitely recommend. read more

The vibes here are 10/10! The whole outdoor space is well layed out with tons of seating and lounging areas. They have fans and misters going to keep the area cool during the hot summer days and there is plenty of shade. They also have a cornhole area and some firepits for the cooler days. I got their Shrimp Taco and Smoked Brisket Taco and made it a "meal" with the chips and salsa. The shrimp taco was delicious. The brisket was a little dry but very flavorful. The chips were a little thick for my taste but the salsa was great! Our group also tried some of the Crush drinks. The Shack Crush wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping, tasted a little watery. The Coconut Lime Crush was the table favorite by far. The Blueberry Crush was pretty good as well, strong blueberry flavor and refreshing. read more

The Shack On 8th - Shrimp Taco and Smoked Brisket Taco - Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Nice concept - outside food and drinks - not for kids after 8 - we ended up here just trying to get food for two hungry boys. Wish I could have tried the drinks but it was so busy read more

Wow the atmosphere. What an awesome place to hang out with friends, have a drink and play a game. Lots of various types of seating. Bartenders and staff were friendly. The food was okay . I split the teriyaki skewers , mozzarella sticks and tuna bites with my sister. But definitely worth the atmosphere! read more

The Shack On 8th - Bachelorette party! No reservations on a Saturday night . - Bars Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The Shack is an outdoor space with plenty of seating options and outdoor games for families, groups, etc. They serve drinks and have a small menu. They're owned by the same group that has Waterman's and Chix on the Beach. Our group had just eaten dinner at Chix, but stopped by the Shack to check out the outdoor space. Plenty of activities for the kids, Connect 4 occupied the ones with us. The adults had one round of drinks, a variety of crushes and a margarita. The margarita was not good at all. Definitely not mixed well or the proportions of ingredients were way off. The crushes were fine, but not as good as the orange crush at dinner at a sister establishment. It could be that I just preferred orange over the pineapple and mango variations. read more

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This is one of my favorite spots to hang out in at the Oceanfront. I would definitely go more if I lived closer. It is a huge outdoor bar complete with lawn games and patio-style seating to make you feel like you're in your coolest friend's backyard. It isn't ON the boardwalk, so don't come here expecting to have a drink on the water, but the feel of the venue reminds you that the ocean is just a block away. New for this season they added another food option in the form of a taco stand! They also added more women's bathrooms which is a huge improvement. That was my biggest negative about visiting before. They laid down astro turf which keeps the outdoor vibe, but makes moving around much easier. I do like how when you come here you get a pretty wide variety of outfits from people who have clearly spent most of the day on the beach, to people dressed up in their best "Insta-Outfits." They have a huge selection of "crushes." The Orange Crush is the Virginia Beach signature drink. In my opinion the Waterman's brand (who owns the Shack) definitely makes the best crushes in the area. Basically a crush is usually some kind of vodka with some kind of juice. The Shack has a huge crush menu expanding beyond the classic vodka + orange juice combination. The pineapple crush (rum) is my favorite so far. Prices are pretty standard for the oceanfront. This is a great place to hang out on a summer afternoon at the Oceanfront when you aren't feeling all the sand of the beach and then well into the evening. read more

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Absolutely horrible. Unless you are a 20 something that wants to get high, has a lot of money, and don't care what your eating.....Avoid this shack!! Gross is the best way to describe the food. Service?? lol there isn't any but they expect you to tip when you purchase your food. Folks McDonalds is better. I had the chicken strips? I guess, they were fishy tasting and water was dripping out. A rum runner sounded good on a hot day. Well you will pay $10 for a very small styrofoam cup that is a slushy but has no flavor. For you 20 something there are games around and some comfortable furniture to keep you entertained. AVOID!! read more

It's a pretty chill spot. A lot of people who are trendy and stylist. Almost feels like a hipster location although not totally. There are police at the location for safety, I guess. Plenty of different things to eat and at least two bars. There is a lot of seating and plenty of space. Overall, I have to say it's a good place. read more

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The atmosphere of this place is definitely 5/5. There's different areas to hang out at and multiple locations to order drinks at! It's very lively and perfect for groups! But the food is not that great. I would rate it 1/5. I ordered a burrito and tacos. The meat used for the tacos was ground beef. The tacos are definitely not worth the $5 each. There is a deal for 2 tacos with chips and salsa for $12. But I wouldn't recommend that either because the salsa tasted like pasta sauce... also the cashier was extremely rude and not welcoming at all. Also al pastor tacos were no where in sight or on the menu! This is a cool place to hang out and have a few drinks but I would recommend to eat before or grab food somewhere else haha. read more

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One of our fave spots for the Summer! It's right beside the 9th street parking deck which makes it easy to stop by right before hitting the sand for the day. We love the setup here. Lots of space, tables, seats, lots of lawn games to play and there's food truck available to purchase snacks. They have a huge menu of different crushes and this is a sister restaurant of Waterman's so you know their orange crushes will not disappoint. They make it with fresh oranges right in front of you, can't get any fresher than that! It's so good but watch out cuz the alcohol will creep up on you after a couple! Definitely give it a try, you will love it! read more

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