The Most Scrumptious Pubs in Virginia Beach

The Fiddlin Pig

★★★★☆ 4.4 (21)

"The beer was great. The food was great. The owner was present and engaged with the customers. Nothing not to like unless you just don't like English food. We will definitely be here again. Great addition to Smithfield."

Union Alehouse

★★★★☆ 4.3 (219) • $$

"I visited Union Alehouse with a large party, and overall, it was a great experience. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, making it a great spot for a relaxed night out with friends or family.Our waitress did a fantastic job handling our big group, ensuring that food and drinks arrived on time. Despite the size of our party, everything came out quickly and correctly, which is always impressive. The service was friendly, and the staff seemed genuinely welcoming.As for the food, it did not disappoint. I had the fig and goat cheese pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. The balance of sweet and savory flavors, along with the crispy crust, made for a memorable dish. We shared the poutine which was incredible! Everyone at our table seemed to enjoy their meals as well, with a variety of options to choose from.The only real downside to the experience was that our table became overcrowded with dirty plates and cups. Unfortunately, our server didn't clear anything away throughout the meal, so by the time we were finished, the table was overly cluttered. It would have made for a more comfortable dining experience if the table had been tidied throughout the night.Despite that, we still had a great time. If you're looking for a laid back spot with solid food and a good drink selection, Union Alehouse is worth a visit."

Lynnhaven Pub

★★★★☆ 4.3 (57) • $$

"This is a small, but fantastic bar. When you walk in, there's a bar on your left and a single pool table in the back (it's $1.50 per game) and there's also an outdoor section with a smoker.Everybody seemed to be a local and I understand why. It's tucked away and it has cheap and TASTY drinks. The beer is very flavorful and has a wide variety. ItEverybody seems to be enjoying themselves. It's a a quiet and yet exciting classic bar to celebrate at our just get a drink at."

Baron's Pub & Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (120) • $$

"I visited here on a rainy Saturday night for an event with the Portsmouth Humane society. There were several other locations involved along High St, but it started here at Baron's where their porch and 2 inside tables were taken over. So props to Baron's for supporting the pets in need and hosting!The only reason I docked a star here was the heat was on way too high. Everyone was hot. Otherwise this was a well managed, busy bar in the early evening on a weekend night. The staff were kind and my drink was awesome! They have awesome happy hour pricing, I literally did a double take when I got my bill. They have some of the best chicken tenders I have had in a while. With a rich batter that's tasty and not all crunch. It was easily 2 portions of chicken! Fries were awesome and sauces a-ok. Baron's is on my list of places to come back to, and I don't even live close to Portsmouth."

Rare Olde Times

★★★★☆ 4.2 (110) • $$

"We had a good time on our first visit to Rare Olde Times.It had true pub vibes, a rarity. Food was good, beers were poured well.There is a kids menu too, so for our three little ones that was a good surprise.The reason I knocked one star off is that the service was inconsistent though it wasn't very busy when we got there early on a saturday evening (we showed up before 5). It was my husband's birthday so we decided to get dessert too. Our server described a milky way cake they had (like a milky way bar but in a cake) and we ordered a slice to share with the table but fifteen minutes later desserts finally came out and it was a cup with angel food cake, whipped cream and fruit instead? we asked, is this the milky way cake? and the waitress delivering said yes and walked away. We just ate it but it wasn't what was described to us, so I think they must have been out of the cake and given us something else without saying but just tried to pull it off? Strange. After we got the desserts we didn't get checked in on again and had to flag down a different waitress when we couldn't see ours for our check so we could leave."

The Boulevard Pub

★★★☆☆ 3 (6)

"So it's no longer Norris' Pub but now the Boulevard. Everything about this place is like a locals retreat. First off, the bartender was awesome, the chef was funny, and the regulars weren't afraid of new faces. I got the grilled chicken sandwich with pineapple which was perfectly cooked and my friend got the shrimp poboi which she said was awesome. Second I have never felt more safe in a bar in our area. I really felt like they staff doesn't do drama and are really looking out for their patrons which was really refreshing compared to others *cough* Hoss' *cough* I plan on taking my family and friends here and telling anyone who will listen to me about this place. I really hope that people support and love this business as much as I do as it's a great local spot that has all the tools to do well they just some word of mouth to get people in the door"

OLDE TOWNE Public House American Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.6 (80) • $$

"Dad and I went to enjoy lunch and were surprised to find a pretty empty place. It was warm and definitely welcoming after the brief walk in the cold air from my house. From the smells of the wood burning oven to the softly playing music, it was perfect for a nice lunch. Our waitress was friendly and quick to arrive to take our orders. Dad and I both got some drinks and ordered off the restaurant week menu. Dad got the she crab soup and the club sandwich. He said both were delicious. I got the lumpia, which unfortunately had peppers in it. I also got the steak with parmesan risotto. It was topped with a peppercorn cream sauce and fried onions. I also got some roasted broccoli on the side in a balsamic vinegar, yum. So delicious. The menu includes a brownie sundae, which I took to go, and it was quite tasty as well. I have to say the raspberry crush drink that I got was quite the treat and made me feel very happy and floaty."

My Neighbors' Pub

★★★★☆ 3.8 (32)

"Great bar food and service for fair prices. If you like to enjoy a good cigar, with a drink, good food and football then this is the place to go."

Club Allure 30/30

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (13) • $$

"This is a pretty cool venue! Babe and I visited twice before I decided to write my review!So this latest visit was on a Friday night about 6pm. It was super chill around this time and this was probably because they just opened their doors for happy hour and the live band. We were able to get a booth seat right near the stage where the local band (Ramonta and friends) were performing. Oh how I could forget...the entry fee... FREE!!!! Let's see...not too crowded, FREE entry, FREE buffet, happy hour drink specials...oh yeah, I am loving this so far.I am not sure how long this club/lounge has been in existence, but I was completely unaware of its existence prior to coming. I can remember driving by some years ago and noticed this was a restaurant once before. But now, they have made great use of the space.So you walk up to the door...security is waiting to check ID and your purse ladies. Not sure if it ever gets slammed, but the two times I have visited there has been no wait in line. So I visited once before on a Wednesday night about 10 pm and again a few Fridays ago just as the club opened. Nevertheless, we walked in and straight ahead is the bar and kitchen area. There is seating located on the right and left side of the club. The right side, I would consider your low key area, so if you want to check out things sit here. But over here, you can't see the dance floor area. Therefore, you may need to get up and roam to check out the whole scene.The left side, where the stage is located, you have about 10 booth seats. These booths also surround the dance floor that's a pretty decent size. You can also view the parking lot from this area...window seating if you will. The DJ booth is located over here too.You can also catch the game on one of their many TVs in the spot.Now if this spot fills quickly it will be standing room only and that could be an issue because it's not super spacey, but just enough space to chill, eat, and dance.Capacity maybe about 150 comfortably.Oh the food...it was tasty. Before I found out they offered a happy hour buffet, we had already ordered food. But it was crazy because about 5 items I ordered previously were unavailable...huh??? What do you mean, you don't have ANYTHING I am ordering...sheeeeesh!!! But they had plenty of fried chicken though - aye yi yi!!!Oh well, we ordered fried drumettes and fried shrimp.So yeah I mentioned how not busy they were and how they JUST OPENED the doors on that Friday evening...so the kitchen clearly wasn't ready to serve. It took 45 mins to get a order of two wing baskets and a basket of shrimp...fries sold separately.Whew... despite the severe wait time, I look forward to returning. I can't knock a club for not having food ready. Now if it was restaurant and nothing more, oh we would have left E-ME-JET-LEE!!!!I am not a club hopper at this age, but back in the day.......owwww, this would have been my lay low spot!!! Not too turnt* not too live, but just enough vibe and drink and get your two step on and leave feeling niiiiice!So yeah, a nice, chill spot with live music and a poppin DJ, I'm with it every now and then. As a result, this place foots the bill - SOLID.Not sure of the age requirements, but I'm guessing 25 and up...but mature crowd indeed - those I partied with on both nights were A OK!!!Private parking lot - Drinks Good - Waitstaff Friendly - I'd recommend you visit here if you enjoy urban music, hip hop, RnB - similar genres.Have fun :)"

Docker's Karaoke Pub

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (28) • $$

"We were on our vacation in Virginia Beach and being a hardcore Karaoke aficionado my friend was desiring a venue where he could get his Karaoke on. Unfortunately, we found there were limited options around the beach front area, so after finding out about this place, we decided to give it a try and ventured inland.Hate to say upon first glance we were leery as from the outside it had a local dive bar vibe and, as obvious tourists, we did not know how the patrons would react to us. However, after our night was done, I honestly have to say that the staff here were among the nicest, kindest, and most welcoming that I have ever come across of any business venue that I can recall. From the moment we entered, we were treated like we were family. Our waitress was so nice, outgoing and down-to-earth. She had such a laid back pleasant way about her that put all of us at ease. Oh and the Karaoke was great! Coming from a Karaoke layman I'll say it was a spirited crowd and everyone was so encouraging, even when I went up there, being referred to as a 'Cherryoake' in tongue-in-cheek manner by the DJ, and proved to everyone who the all-time worst Karaoker was, with the worst voice to boot!Oh and Inga was also very kind to us and even gave us all a sampling of her homemade soup to go, which was delicious. Only regret I have, I'll say we as I am certain my friends share similar sentiments, is for judging a book by it's cover. Yes, this place is well off the beaten path, nowhere near the main tourist drag, and as a result, seemed intimidating to us uninformed tourists not having a clue. We were proven wrong by Inga and her warm and pleasant staff. Thank you for an awesome night!"

Newland Pub and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (11)

"The newland burger is by far the best. Huge burger done right with everything on it. Came with a side of fries done perfectly. I couldn't finish it all and I'm a pretty big dude. Will be back for the newland burger and fries."

Baron's Pub

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (154) • $$

"Food was good, just stopped in for a football game. Sat at the bar and the bartender was cool she paid attention to everyone and not just the regular customers. So I would say they had good service. The ambience was cool it gave you an old school pub feel"

Poe's Pub

★★★★☆ 4 (141) • $$

"Poes PubSunday 4/2112:30pm Ordered burger bites w/cheeseSide of fries Sweet tea Sat inside then decided to sit outside and watch the rain but then realized it was too cold so went back inside lol. Sliders/burger bites - I can literally only eat one just because I don't eat much. (You get 3). But it was very good. FF - good they are fresh cut fries, yum Sweet tea - delicious Everything was good, people are nice and good customer service. Check em out!"

Social52

★★★★☆ 3.7 (283) • $$

"I'll be honest, I had low expectations as I know it's a college student hangout, but I actually really enjoyed this place. The food and drinks were good and very reasonably priced, and the trivia was super fun. I will likely be back :)"

Keagan's Irish Pub and Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (335) • $$

"Great ambiance of this Irish pub! Felt like I was in Ireland for a bit with the decor and side secret door leading to another part of the restaurant was nifty! Staff is friendly plus knowledgeable of menu. I got a nice, flakey fish n' chips with a local lager to wash it down. My guy got the Reuben with a side of onion rings. Some of the rings onions were stringy but the beer-batter breaded component plus dipping it between ranch or tartar sauce was tantalizing. Very filling meal plus good company made for a nice dinner. Each day of the week brings something engaging and entertaining for the masses like karaoke Sundays at 9pm. Also they may need to change out the air filters or clean the vents...after the meal we had trouble breathing through our noses/got stuffy but alas, could have been allergies I reckon. Overall simple, lowkey meal with a beer is what you'll love here!"

Inn At Montross

★★★★★ 4.7 (44) • $$$

"Great food & even greater service! Came here for my friend's Lakehouse this weekend and came here for brunch. They accommodated our large group of 13 ppl and had spot on service with AYCE breakfast food. I loved the shrimp & grits and cheese biscuits! Service was super friendly, I'll come back soon!"

The Public House

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (526) • $$

"The food hit the spot for a late-night meal. The pretzel starter came out warm and the accompanying stone-ground mustard and sausage gravy-like sauce to dip it in were tasty. The brussel sprouts were just how I love them - fried to a crispy-crunchy texture. I enjoyed the pork belly BLT; a more substantial take on the traditional BLT. The service was decent; the food arrival was timed well. I think the staff was helping each other out bc we basically interacted with 3 different people. Overall, it's slightly elevated pub food; I'd come back to enjoy the entertainment side of the house, along with a beer."

Green Leafe Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (198) • $$

"Ok so I don't normally give 5 stars, not easily anyway. My first time, and everything was excellent. Greeted by Courtney, seated by Courtney and then waited on by Courtney. She did an amazing job. Her service skills are "point on", and her recommendations were true to form. We started with Bloody Mary's and they were made with a local mix, no stolid but that's OK. Absolute worked in a pinch. We ordered the saganaki and fried pickles. Both were stellar, and the pita for saganaki was very fresh.I ordered the Texas Reuben it came with fries and I have to say, one of the best Reuben's I've had recently. Best in Williamsburg by far. The wife and kid split the wedge salad with shrimp, it was huge and the shrimp were nice size shrimp and there were at least 8 shrimp total. HugeThe service was impeccable and I hope the young lady that waited us, is working next time we stop in. She was great! Thank You Cortney"

Kelly's Tavern

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (54) • $$

"My go to spot before I hit the movies next door! looking for a strong drink and a fun casual atmosphere? come here. The bartenders are really nice and attentive. They also have food if you want to order something to eat. nothing special just bar stuff. Super basic tavern decor and drinks. Prices are a bit steep for drinks and food for a bar I noticed. Other than that ill definitely come back to pre game prior to my movies!"

Teaguer's Pub and Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (35)

"We went for pizza and drinks late Thursday night and that's what we got. Pizza is bar style pizza but was good. We also got shrimp in the basket with onion rings which was also pretty good. In total our bills for the night for 4 with plenty of drinks was $209. Kimmy was our waitress/bartender and did an amazing job keeping the drinks flowing. They had a DJ on a Thursday night so the place was pretty crowded. We went there through next night for some cocktails too."

Tap House Grill At Ghent

★★★★☆ 3.5 (171) • $$

"Let's take a minute to talk about the Tap House Grill. Today, I'm going to focus in on just the beverage side of things... although I saw a chicken sandwich going out that looked absolutely fabulous. So, I bet you didn't know that this spot has one of Ghent's all-time best craft mixologists in Mark. I typically don't use that term. Mixologist. Usually, those who refer to themselves thusly suffer from delusions of grandeur. In this case? It's 100% deserved. If you want to have a delicious drink -- and I mean delicious in every way -- go see Mark at the Taphouse. Recently, I dropped in to see what was up after work, which in this case, coincided with the end of a brutal stretch of work. I'm guessing I looked tired. So, I told Mark to surprise me. He handed me a beverage known as Coffee! Coffee! Coffee! And... it delivered on every level. It was delicious. I'll have dreams about this drink if I ever again sleep. Also, if you haven't been to Tap House in a while, you need to return. The owners have poured their heart and soul into this place, and it looks fantastic. I'll add another review for the food, which again, looks delicious, once I get around to ordering food. But for now, suffice it to say that they have one of the best makers of craft cocktails in the 757, slinging drinks from behind the bar. Cheers!"

Coasters Downtown Draught House

★★★★☆ 4 (20) • $

"This small town bar has a surprisingly large number of brews on tap. (I counted 20! But they don't have anything else-- BEER ONLY!) Don't be shy, ask the barkeep to try as many as you need before ordering yourself a tasty pint.There's plenty of seating both at the bar and at the tables, but I'm going to have to agree with Brent I. on coming on a full stomach; I don't know if I trust that George Foreman grill. On the other hand, you can always order a few sushi rolls from Toyama next door. Coasters will let you bring in outside food!My only regret is not getting here on a Wednesday night, when they have their Free Fill & Free Glass Special."

Don's Seafood & Chicken House

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (99) • $$

"Really wanted it to be better. Been by it dozens of times and thought we would give it a try. If Seafood is in the name of your establishment, it should be above average. Unfortunately our dinners were quite meh. Pretty sure the flounder was frozen. And ran out of baked potatoes. Really? My mister's dinner was equally adequate. Staff was pleasant. If driving by, it will do in a pinch."

Casey's Pub

★★★★☆ 4.1 (14) • $

"We came in for a couple of drinks on Saturday after dinner. It was about 9:30 pm. From the outside you wouldn't think it was big. But when you go in, it's pretty spacious. There weren't many people inside though. No music. It was kinda quiet. The bartender (Lauren) was very sweet though :) They also had like a little snack stand behind the bar. I've never been to a bar that had a snack stand before- it even had the popcorn packages that you need to pop in a microwave! We will come back again!"

Choice Korean Food Hall And Pub

★★★★☆ 4.4 (98) • $$

"Located in the Jefferson retail shopping system. The food hall I'd open and welcoming. You are greeted by a staff and are seated on a soft cushion at a booth or open table area. The dining area is open, large, and has a clean interior. There are several video walls rotating the food, a large screen with music videos playing, and a large bar area. There is a large menu on the board as well.Upon being seated, you'll scan a QR code to order your food. In the meantime, if you are given water you get two stainless steel cups and a carafe of iced water. Ordering on the phone is quick and easy and there are a fee options for a meal. The food gets served out by a server on a food cart. The service is fast, polite, and friendly. The flavors were rich and flavorful from first bite to last. I would definitely come back and try their other dishes as well."

Lost Colony Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.1 (117) • $$

"We came here to augment our lost colony experience, and I'm so glad we did. We visited the visitor center and were waiting for the Lost Colony show when we had to get some dinner. I had to order the Scotch egg and got the oysters and chips as my entree. I have to say that for a restaurant that I was there for tourist, it didn't disappoint. The Scotch eggs were moist and the pepper jelly was the perfect complement. My son and I finished that fast!The oysters were very crunch on the outside and yummy goodness on the inside. Cocktail sauce went well with them and plentiful. They gave me so much chips that I couldn't finish. Portions here were huge!I also had to try out the local beer so I opted for Kitty Hawk Blonde. It was so good after a hot day of touring.I personally love the British references throughout the restaurant. I ate outside which was perfect as the evening was starting. I wish we had a pub like this of this quality back in CA. Our server Eden was very attentive, and it was much appreciated."

Hank's Pub

★★★★☆ 3.8 (16) • $$

"This is a nice little dive bar right next to a trailer park. So my husband and I came here to grab lunch one afternoon. It's a pretty cool little joint. It's decorated with license plates from all over the US. Great music playing. It was actually kinda busy for the time of day we went.The bartender was waiting tables and working behind the bar. She was an older lady and was a little slow. We ordered some burgers and beers and they were pretty good. Just some basic burgers nothing fancy. Quite tasty. Come to find out the bartender & waitress was also the cook. Lol. I guess she ran the whole place by herself.These ladies from the trailer park next door kept coming in and going to the bathroom back and forth back and forth. I think it was a drug deal or something. Seriously. One lady would go in and then another and then they would switch out. It's a 1 person bathroom too.Other than that, probably won't come back. 1 time is enough for me. Lol"

Chick's Oyster Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (702) • $$

"Chick's Oyster Bar offers a classic coastal dining experience, with its prime location right on the water, allowing diners to enjoy the beautiful marina view. Watching boats glide in and out of the inlet while enjoying a meal adds a special touch to the ambiance, perfectly complementing the seafood-centric menu.The food itself holds up well, especially if you're a fan of fried appetizers (Thats what I had). Classic favorites like crispy calamari, golden hush puppies, and crunchy fried oysters are all executed perfectly, delivering that satisfying crunch and rich flavor that you expect. While these dishes aren't exactly reinventing the wheel, they don't need to sometimes, sticking to the classics is the best choice.The overall vibe of Chick's is laid-back and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a casual meal with friends or family. Whether you're unwinding after a day at the beach or just looking for a relaxing place to enjoy some good food with a great view, Chick's Oyster Bar hits the mark."

Murphy’s Irish Pub

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (577) • $$

"Visited here on a Saturday 12/02/2023 to celebrate my sister's birthday. She wanted to somewhere with live music and Wonderland was playing and I knew she would love them.We got there around 8p and it wasn't crowded yet, we were able to get a four top that was near the kitchen and was a perfect spot to watch the band and hangout. Our waitress Jessica was busy but she did great considering how busy it got when the night went on and my drink was never empty.I ordered the Jameson Baked Oysters and the Fish & Chips. I read previous reviews that these were really good but I unfortunately found them to be a little dry and the oysters to be a small. The fish & chips dish came with cottage fries which I had no clue what those were I thought they were gonna be waffle fries but they were not and they were nice crispy addicting pieces of fried potatoes that I could not stop eating. The fish is Cod and looked to be fried quite nicely and a few bites were but after a while I noticed that the batter was not quite cooked near the middle, which I ended up just eating the batter that crispy. Not sure I would get that again and will probably try something else next time.I also had a half of an Irish Egg roll and that was very tasty and will definitely make sure to order that next time I visit.It was fun Saturday night and Murphy's was rocking!"

Dredge

★★★★☆ 4.2 (78)

"The Dredge occupies a unique place on the Northern Neck. Perhaps its only true pub. We have cruised on our sailboat most of the east coast and the eastern Caribbean down to Venezuela and return. Also lived in Annapolis most of my life. To say I understand what a good pub is all about. This is a good pub!. Hrre you will find a good mix of Chesapeake cuisine, Gulf Coast and Caribbean."