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    The Square Whale Bar

    3.2 (27 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Lumpia
    Shayla B.

    Lumpia is really spring rolls with sweet and sour sauce. Not authentic lumpiavery disappointing but if you like vegetarian spring rolls it'll work for you ‍

    a plate of nachos and chips
    Blanca U.

    First of all my husband and I wanted to sit by the beach and this restaurant happened to be near by on our walk. We wait to be seated and already one of the servers is having an attitude with another server and is coming off unwilling to seat us. She seats us anyways with an annoyance as if we were disturbing her obviously not busy restaurant. We ask her if we could sit at the tables by the water and immediately argues with us and says no and gives us some lame excuse to why we can't sit by the water. End up getting served by another more polite server. The food was questionable, the prices is nice and inexpensive but like they say you get what you paid for. It's very obvious that some of the food is microwave but that's just my opinion. The quality was just not their for the food. The restaurant it self was clean and well kept a and that's the only nice thing I could say about it.

    Burger and fries
    CrAzYcatmama M.

    Got poolside service while on a vacation this week and the food was pretty dang good! Burgers, chicken tenders and fries for the win! 4 stars because I don't recommend the mixed drinks. Expensive and have no alcohol..paid $11 for one drink and it was all juice with about half a shot of Malibu. The other was a $10 pina colada that they already have mixed but they have to add a shot of alcohol leaving it with a water like consistency. Stick to burgers and draft beer!

    Garden salad with balsamic vinegar

    I would def recommend this place to eat/drink. The food here is fantastic, everything I ordered here was delicious. I had the whale nachos, it was so good I ordered them two days in a row. My sister had the cheeseburger and fries very good. We shared mozzarella sticks and also had a salad and they were very good as well. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is very nice. The staff is very friendly. I would definitely return here.

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    It used lots of frozen foods bacon was also mostly fat it was okay if u want a quick meal.

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    Had lunch here and ordered the bacon cheddar burger and it was cooked perfectly and tasted very good.

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    Barrel 17 - Whisky Burger (add Jalapeño)

    Barrel 17

    4.1(451 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    I ran the Shamrock Marathon and I always want a good burger after a race and Barrel 17 did not…read moredisappoint. I ordered the Sunrise Burger, subbing hot honey for the mayo and oh-mah-gawsh that was an excellent decision. (The burgers are a little on the smaller side, but I found it to be the perfect size.) I told my husband that the onion rings were some of the best I've ever had. Kyle was our server, and he was incredible--attentive despite being a little overwhelmed. It's darker on the inside because of the wood paneling, but it works for the saloon-adjacent vibe it's going for. Highly recommend!

    Admittedly i don't go down to the Oceanfront often; at least not often enough to know when new…read morethings pop up. So when one of the Homies told me about this place I was all in because - burgers - what's not to love. Barrel 17 did not disappoint; when i got there i realized quickly i was the last to know because it was busy. We had about a 10 minute wait to be seated but that was cut short by option to sit at the bar. The bartender was working like she had six arms. It was non stop; attentive, taking orders, making drinks, checking back with others, she was truly impressive. The places was jumping; it was busy, casual and didn't slow down from the time we arrived until we left. Parking is challenging, there's a small lot beside the restaurant and a small lot behind it so if you can car pool you'll benefit yourselves. Now on to the star of the show - the food! The only knock I had was portion size. In a big guy with an even bigger appetite and when i left there i could've eaten my whole meal over again lol. But that's also because it was delicious. I got the mac n cheese starter, the Beast Burger, tater tots , and the biggest slice of chocolate cake I've ever had. Literally the biggest slice of cake ever- twice the size of my burger. Everything was delicious, from start to finish and if i were a person that had a normal appetite i would've left full like my friends did. Will definitely be back!

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    Barrel Burger

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    Pacifica - Tomatoes fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, balsamic pearls Delicious

    Pacifica

    4.1(303 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    I have been delivered to Brazino Heaven!…read more I have been to Costa Brava Spain, Porto and Nazare Portugal (I'm not bragging - it's context), and I just had The Best Branzino I've ever eaten. I had mine pan seared -OMG! Topped with chimichurri and seared vegetable medley w a An African secret sauce in the side - unbelievable. This is what makes Pacifica my fave on the oceanfront (tourists - your welcome). Make the trip to Pacifica Ave and 34 (?), you'll be happy you did. Also try the chocolate blended drink - if you like White Russians and espresso martinis!

    Ambiance: Very pretty and modern. Love the laid back vibes and atmosphere…read more Service: Our waiter was quick and polite. I asked him for a drink recommendation and he was quick and accurate in terms of recommending drinks he thinks I would like Drinks: Pretty good. The Negroni wasn't too bitter and had a good taste to it. I asked the waiter for a drink that was refreshing but not too sweet. He recommended the Lucille which was spot on. Food: This is where I was disappointed. Happy we went during happy hour because none of the food was worth full price. The chicharrones looked like store bought pork rinds and tasted like it too. The potstickers tasted like the frozen ones you get from the grocery store. The shrimp ceviche was essentially tasteless. Once the jalapeño ice cream melted, it tasted a little better but I wish they had served it with more onions and lime to give it more flavor. The goat cheese and olive was good but nothing special. I wish they gave us more bread REPLY TO BUSINESS OWNER: WOW, that was an extremely unprofessional reply. None of the cocktails we ordered were vodka redbull. Thanks for replying and letting me know to never return!

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    Shadowlawn Eats - Mussels puttanesca

    Shadowlawn Eats

    4.4(116 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    My family and I ate here on our trip to Virginia Beach and I was looking for a place to eat between…read moregoing from the Battleship USS Wisconsin & Museum to the Virginia Aquarium. We came across this place while stopping for gas and checked out the menu to make sure my brother could eat there since he has a shellfish allergy. The waitresses and staff were very nice and made sure to clean the prep area extra well and whatnot to help prevent any issues. They were very accommodating. Not only were the staff friendly, the food was excellent! I got my crab cake sandwich and hush puppies (which I included a photo of), my grandma and mom got bang bang shrimp, one brother got hot dogs and the other got chicken strips. I wish I lived closer because now I need another order of the crab cake sandwich and hush puppies!

    We first wandered in because it was within walking distance; we keep returning because it is…read moreremarkably good. Unassuming from the outside, it quickly reveals itself as one of the Oceanfront's better-kept secrets: warm, intuitive service, occasional live music, and an elevated kitchen that has yet to disappoint. The peel-and-eat shrimp are among the best we've had. Add a tiny dog-friendly patio and "The Bob," their take on the Old Fashioned, and there is little left to argue. Some restaurants seek attention. The better ones earn affection. This one has ours.

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    Rockfish fish and chips

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    Hearth Wood Fired Cuisine & Craft Beer - Margarita pizza and deviled egg (divine)

    Hearth Wood Fired Cuisine & Craft Beer

    4.4(485 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    We took a spontaneous trip to VB for dinner on a weeknight after seeing a reel recommending Hearth…read moreand am I glad we did! The ambiance was nice, the open kitchen with the wood fire hearth right at the entrance added a warm cozy feel from the onset. The restaurant was warmly lit but not dark. We were seated immediately in the far left dining area in an elevated booth. After reviewing the menu we settled on the fried deviled eggs and wood fire oysters for starters and the Vincent Vega pizza for dinner. Fried deviled eggs was a first for us and it was so good! The egg white was breaded very lightly and fried and the egg yolk was piped on top with a piece of smoky delicious bacon goodness. It had a nice smoky, bacon-y taste and we devoured them. I only wish you got more than 2 pieces. I think 4 pieces would be better for the price considering it's essentially one egg but I'm not complaining. The wood fire oysters was another hit for us, the serving came with 6 half shell oysters topped with breadcrumbs (light), swimming in butter and fire roasted. I think we ate these even faster than the deviled eggs lol! Would definitely get these again. The pizza also did not disappoint. If you like bacon, mushrooms and creamy Boursin cheese, you'll love this pizza. We added crushed red pepper flakes which added a nice kick. The crust is the star of the show; thin, crispy but still has body and slightly chewy. Yum! That wood fire hearth definitely makes a difference. Overall we had a great experience and will definitely be back! The staff were also very nice and friendly.

    Had dinner here last night. What a little treasure find this was. The Charcuterie board was robust…read more Awesome selection of meat and cheeses and accompaniments. The pickled garlic was an excellent addition to the board and the elk salami was fantastic. I had the steak sammy, which was a Sunday Special. It should be on the menu all the time. It was excellent. The fries were crisp and perfectly seasoned. My wife had the pork chop. It was perfectly cooked. Pork can be dry. This was not. Just well done and seasoned to perfection. My son had the steak sammy (like father like son) and his wife had the half chicken. It was all spectacular. So very good. For dessert we shared the cheesecake and the tiramisu bread pudding between the four of us. Everyone was happy. The portions were large so to go boxes were had by all. Special shoutout to Reagan our server. She was exceptional. Made the right recommendations on all things. Timed our orders perfectly and we had just an amazing time Thank you Hearth Wood Fired Cuisine and thank you Reagan for making my Father's day. We cannot wait to come back to visit with you all again!!!!

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    Hearth Wood Fired Cuisine & Craft Beer - Where magic happens

    Where magic happens

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    Smokey Chicken

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    Eurasia Cafe - Gyro Flatbread

    Eurasia Cafe

    4.4(490 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Stopped in today for $1.00 raw oysters and a nibble. Today…read moreRyan was our server. Service was great and he has a chill vibe. The oysters were delicious as usual. Today I went with 1/2 a dozen as the last time I went with a dozen and then could barely eat my meal Today I tried the Miso Butter Clams. So good. I wanted to sop up every bit of the sauce but my stomach disagreed.

    I simply do not know where to begin with the most amazing time I've ever had at any restaurant in…read moremy entire life. I brought a party of 5 to finally partake in the culinary excellence that Eurasia has to offer. As a collective we ordered- STEAK N EGGS w/ no egg : such depth in all aspects of every bite. The polenta and steak were cooked with absolute precision. PEANUT CHICKEN WINGS : probably my absolute favorite of the entire spread. The tartness of the peanut butter was a very pleasant surprise. I would absolutely purchase a jar of the sauce alone. CRAB RANGOON FLATBREAD : an elevated version of a favorite take out additive. Sauce to ingredient ratio was to die for! GREEN GODDESS & MANGO SALAD : this salad was dressed to perfection, allowing all items to shine in its each individual way. CHILI CRUNCH TUNA POKE : I mean you quite literally will explode with satisfaction with every bite. The freshness and variety of flavor / texture is impeccable. FRIED RICE W/EGG ON SIDE : you can absolutely distinguish that whoever is on the line preparing your fried rice is doing so with the experience in mind. The preparation of the shrimp, the array of colored FRESH vegetables, and the rice itself. DIRTY MARTINI FETTUCINE PASTA : a blue cheese olive dirty martini is my all time favorite drink so lo and behold, there was a pasta created by its existence. The block of blue cheese down to the plethora of capers, absolute chefs kiss. BBQ DUCK : honestly if this was all I ordered , I would be more than satisfied. This item was accompanied by the most decadent Mac & Cheese , a perfected bowl of collard greens, and the pickled mountain of cabbage. STRAWBERRY CRUMB CRÈME BRÛLÉE : for the most part , I tend to stray away from a crème brûlée due to the lack of creativity. HOWEVER, the strawberry crunch crumbs and that dream of a sugar crust. I could clear a couple plates of this. PASSIONFRUIT & PANDAN TART : this hit every note of a well rounded dessert. The passionfruit was so tart with a subtle sourness that aided the coconut shortbread cookie. I would like to shout out our waitress Fantasia for an amazing service that evening by ensuring the plates never stopped coming, drinks stayed full, and any requests satisfied. As well as Chef Braedon for coming out to introduce himself and explain the magic he placed on our table. My friends and I will most definitely be back.

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    Eurasia Cafe - Part of the Wine Wall

    Part of the Wine Wall

    Eurasia Cafe - Oysters Eurasia and Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio

    Oysters Eurasia and Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio

    Eurasia Cafe - Oysters Eurasia. Waa out of this world!

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    Oysters Eurasia. Waa out of this world!

    The Square Whale Bar - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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