Irwins Pharmacy

Irwins pharmacy is the best little hidden secret in Chesapeake! I've heard about the infamous farmers scramble for years and had not had the chance until the Lord opened a window of opportunity for me to get my stomach filled!!!Just know everything I heard about this meal did not disappoint!!! The eggs, peppers, onions, potatoes, and cheese are what breakfast dreams are made of! The French toast was good, and the bacon was good and crispEat like a local and check them out!!!!

This is the coolest place that I just stumbled across while on the way to another destination. It's a pharmacy with penny candy and old fashion games and an actual soda found in the back. Really cool quirky place for a quick stop and a burger.

I love to explore the area that I live in and Irwin's Pharmacy & Fountain was one of those explorations. Although not far off the beaten path of I64 it's a section of Chesapeake I have never traipsed through. To be honest if there is reason other than this throwback pharmacy from the 1950's I wouldn't know what it is. The original Irwin's in Portsmouth dates to the 30's and since closed. Keep in mind the business remains a full service pharmacy. The location of Irwin's Pharmacy is a bit, well blah and in a hap hazard development of newer and old businesses. The city is Chesapeake, but it's positioned within a few miles of Virginia Beach and Norfolk. The lot has adequate parking but is not in great shape. However, I saw no debris.The walk in the front door was through the pharmacy. They have side parking for the diner. Either way you can access both. It's small and has a nostalgic feel with modern merchandise. Surprising was the availability of most items a customer would need over the counter and also a decent selection of bottle craft beer with four taps for growler fills. Also the wine area is respectable considering I expected little to nothing. I found everything neat and clean. The restaurant is in the rear. My assumption is that it's changed little. 13 red leather stools line the counter with four matching red leather booths. When they fill up for weekend brunch I hear the waits are long. Restroom is very rear. It's tiny and scary ancient but clean. A coat of fresh paint would be welcomed. From what I saw the dining area was spotless. We picked a booth and our male server had menus. The fare seemed pretty standard and that's just fine. Coffee and waters were brought out and orders taken. My French toast tasted above average. I liked the think cut of toast and sausage tasty. The price could not be beat at $5.50. The restaurant experience to me seemed like a 3.5. Unsure of rounding I decided to go back again for vitamins and a legendary limeade. The service at the pharmacy was prompt and staff smiled. No issue with my card. I also spoke with the woman who worked up front and discussed growler fills. She was helpful. The reason however that I can easily round up is their limeade that many of a review mention. The same young gentleman made it for me and was a fantastic conversationalist. He said no one in our area makes limeade or lemonade like them. Also the shakes and malts he declared are super! I also chatted with the female co-owner who was very sweet and working the counter. Her partner boyfriend works in the pharmacy. I sat at the counter and watched him pull out fresh limes and lemons. He told me the "secret" to their awesome drinks. It's fresh fruit and simple syrup in packed ice. Hmm, that seemed too easy. They offer two sizes, I went small. Not expecting much but anticipating a good drink. I watched him make it which was cool. Wowzers!! I totally get it now. The flavor blew me out the door. This is a must if you go to Irwin's. Irwin's is the kinda place to connect with friends and family from the neighborhood. Just like it has for decades.

I have frequented Irwin's since the 1960's when my Sunday school class would walk from Church to Irwin's fountain for special occasions. I ended up moving much closer to Irwin's in the late 1980's. It was a great little spot to get a delicious limeade. I have been a pharmacy customer for many years now. Joe Campbell, owner extraordinaire is outstanding along with each of the staff. They know me by name, or at least birthday and treat everyone with respect. It is definitely the type of business that is able to help me with my challenging pharmaceutical needs.

60 years old and have been walking from my Grandmas house to Irwin's since I was 6 years old. Back in the day it had a mynah bird that talked really well. My favorite drug store ever!!!

Such a disappointment.... flashing sign on street says "we have hand sanitizer". I ran in and they wanted $14.99 for a dollar tree regular bottle of sanitizer. Pure price gouging! So very disappointed you've been here all these years and taking advantrage if our community! Shameful!

Great compounding pharmacy, family owned, with a delightful old fashioned soda fountain/grill. Turns out they will deliver prescriptions for FREE anywhere in Hampton Roads! I'm disabled and find it difficult to walk. So they will get my prescription from me by meeting me at my car, or will pick it up from my house. Again, for no charge! I love this place and will support them as long as I live in Hampton Roads.

Great lunch for a great price. Very friendly even though they were about to shut down for the day. I'm definitely going back when I'm in area again

This is such an Amazing Experience! It feels like you've gone back to a time when everyone was nice to one another. Add to that the Wonderful, Most Pleasant people who work there! And then there is the food. Tremendous! Wish we had one in Philly!

I took two of my boys here to eat on a whim. Found Irwin's on Yelp and thought let's go here! So glad we did. The food was tasty, it didn't break my wallet and the service was great. Everyone was so friendly. There was plenty of food on our plates, plus it was delicious. Another added bonus they have the perfect ice for your sodas . My kids have been begging to go back.