Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Norfolk / Virginia Beach

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Mizuno Japanese Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (667)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Mizuno Japanese Restaurant is a family-run business that first opened in 1996. Located in Virginia Beach, Mizuno is embedded in a seafood hotspot, only 25 miles south of the Eastern Shore of Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay, and 158 miles south of Hatteras, North Carolina. Chef-owner Wataru Mizuno feels blessed to be a sushi chef in a culinary trifecta like Virginia Beach. Mizuno and his team take advantage of the restaurant's access to local sources by artfully composing daily specials that feature fresh shrimp, yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, flounder, blue crabs and oysters, to name a few. The hook's simple. Mizuno resists complicated sauces and excessive ingredients. Instead, he flavors scallops from the world famous Chesapeake Bay, adding nothing more, at times, than a dash of citrus and a pinch of sea salt. Wataru Mizuno: Chef/Owner Born in Japan, Wataru Mizuno received his formal training in Tokyo, as an apprentice under master Teruo Sato.

Top review

Michelle

Dined 7 days ago

Food was exceptional. Our server, Megan, was awesome. We will return very soon. Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Sushi & Sashimi

Eurasia Cafe & Wine Bar - Virginia Beach

4.8

4.8 (1472)

$31 to $50

American

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

A quaint, hidden gem at the Virginia Beach oceanfront! Eurasia offers some of the best farm to table food that the Beach has to offer. Seafood drives this eclectic menu that changes seasonally. To complement the great menu, Eurasia has local beers on tap and 20 wines by the glass to suit any palette.

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BonnyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

You can always count on Eurasia for delicious food and drinks along with wonderful service.

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Pungo - Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse

4.8

4.8 (181)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

With Lakefront views, Patio Dining, Outdoor Bar, and Fire Pits
- Our new Pungo location in Virginia Beach pulls out all the stops!
We feature 33 TVs, A Game Room for the kids, 20 Beers on tap, And all the Satellite sports packages!
We pride ourselves in our Award-Winning Menu complete with Appetizers, Salads, Sandwiches, Seafood,
and of course, PIZZA!!

Reservations may not be available on certain days or during certain times.
During those times, walk-ins are welcome and encouraged.
Walk-ins are subject to a first come, first serve basis on our waitlist.

For questions, please email us at info@shorebreakvb.com or give us a call - 757-689-8886

**Table Requests: We attempt to honor all specific table requests such as a booth, high top, or outdoor seating. We are able to honor those requests 90% of the time. However, there are some occasions where a specific request may not be available at the time of your reservation.

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Dawn

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

Food was great! They have all the sports games you could want to watch.

The Melting Pot - Virginia Beach

4.7

4.7 (1776)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won’t find at any other restaurant. Here you'll discover all of the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and fabulous four-course fondue dinners. No matter what the occasion from a romantic date to get-togethers with friends, meetings or large groups, The Melting Pot is certain to please. Make reservations today and come dip into something different.

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Leah

Dined 6 days ago

So delicious and Genevieve was a fantastic server! Another incredible meal at one of my favorite spots! 10/10

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NEW! Ultimate 5-Course Experience

Experience

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The Rustic Spoon - Pleasure House

4.7

4.7 (648)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Partners and long-time friends, Ryan Hines and Jay Kulas believe that the most important moments in life are about building relationships and usually involve a great meal. Maintaining a friendship for over fifteen years, the two shared a common approach when it came to opening a restaurant - to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere for friends and family to gather, curate experiences and build meaningful connections.

Stripping away the formalities of the typical dining experience, The Rustic Spoon is serving up breakfast, brunch and lunch while focusing on quality local ingredients, family recipes, warm service and a relaxed causal ambiance. Rooted in family, friends and food they offer diners a one of a kind atmosphere to enjoy comfort food recipes with a modern and local twist.

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Amanda

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

We started with a brussel sprout appetizer which was amazing. All four meals we ordered were cooked to perfection and were very, very good. Three of us had the Steak au Poivre and one had the Crab Cake. Service was great. Quality of ingredients was excellent!

Hot Tuna

4.6

4.6 (1511)

$30 and under

Seafood

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Here at Hot Tuna, our food is 5-star, but our dress code is surfer chic. Hot Tuna is a member of the Farm-to-Fork Movement; our menu features what is fresh, in-season and local. Eastern Shore seafood and produce from our local farms are staples, and our menu runs the gamut, from the freshest Ahi tuna to gourmet gouda burgers. Our bartenders are as adventurous as our chefs, providing you with hand-muddled mojitos, homemade sangria and organic margaritas. We hope you enjoy your dining experience with us!

**Thank you for your reservation. We attempt to honor all specific table requests such as a booth or outdoor seating. We are able to honor those requests 90% of the time. However, there are some occasions where a specific request may not be available at the time of your reservation. We do have a 2 1/2 hour time limit on parties of 6 or more.

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Sonny

Dined 3 days ago

Service was great. Food was excellent. Making a reservation was easy.

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4.6

4.6 (1129)

$30 and under

Italian

Norfolk

About the restaurant

Welcome to Varia, a Romantic, Upscale Italian Restaurant in Norfolk.
Varia, our Italian restaurant and wine studio, features wine by the glass and a pianist six nights a week. Indulge in homemade pasta, freshly tossed pizzas from our brick oven, or signature Italian desserts like the tiramisu. Varia's modern Italian fare is made from only the best local ingredients and the wine studio features over 100 hand-selected wines, including 50 by the glass.
The dining room's intricate finishes and the warm glow of its reclaimed chandelier, formally of the Historic Cavalier's ballroom, offers an intimate ambiance that invites conversation over a full bodied merlot. Guests can book the ultra private dining room only accessible by hidden doors in the bookshelves for special events.

Top review

Lisa

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Our dinner was great at Varia. Both the food and service were outstanding.

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Family & Friends Night Every Wednesday

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Virginia Beach, VA

4.6

4.6 (4786)

$30 and under

American

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

Top review

Tracy

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious food, huge portions, friendly staff. We’ll be back!

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Popular dish

Gnocchi Carbonara

Popular dish

Baked Parmesan Shrimp Scampi

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Turkey Burger

Brothers

4.5

4.5 (855)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Norfolk

About the restaurant

Thank you for reserving at Brothers - Norfolk. We look forward to serving you. USDA prime-aged beef, succulent seafood, fine wines, chilled cocktails, decadent desserts, and exceptional service...All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Brothers genuine hospitality. So whether you're a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Brothers is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out.

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Laura

Dined 7 days ago

It is my birthday and my friends suggested Brothers. It was a great choice. I have some food issues but I cleaned my plate and that is rare. Food, staff and environment was really good.

Gershwin's

3.8

3.8 (308)

$31 to $50

American

Norfolk

About the restaurant

Gershwin's is an upscale, 1920 style speakeasy. We pride ourselves in live entertainment most nights. Our craft cocktails are one of a kind along with our wide selection of rare Bourbon's. We dress so you don't have too.

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Christopher

Dined 2 days ago

I had my proposal dinner here and it was absolutely perfect.

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