Beaches and Outdoors
Here are some of the best places to visit outdoor venues in the Hampton Roads area on the southside of the tunnels.
“A little more family oriented and possibly less busy than the oceanfront. All depends on the time of year. “
78 locals recommend
Sandbridge Beach
“A little more family oriented and possibly less busy than the oceanfront. All depends on the time of year. “
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier“The main strip where all the actions is.”
Chic's Beach
“More of a locals favorite beach. And also right along Shore Dr.”
“Petting zoo, farmers market, haunted hay rides! Tons of fun for the whole family.”
20 locals recommend
Hunt Club Farm
2388 London Bridge Rd“Petting zoo, farmers market, haunted hay rides! Tons of fun for the whole family.”
“The most popular park around. Great hiking and you can even end up at north end beach.”
340 locals recommend
First Landing State Park
2500 Shore Drive“The most popular park around. Great hiking and you can even end up at north end beach.”
Brunch, brunch, brunch!
Here are my favorite brunch spots. Don’t be in a hurry because the wait will be ridiculous if you are. Hang out, have a mimosa and enjoy some amazing food!
The Bee and The Biscuit
1785 Princess Anne RdBay Local Eatery
2917 Shore DrDoc Taylor's Restaurant
207 23rd StCitrus
357 N Great Neck RdNightlife, Daylife, and more
These neighborhoods will keep you entertained no matter what time of day it is. If you want to get dolled up head to Ghent or Waterside. For a more laid back feel in your flip flops, Shore dr or the Oceanfront are your spots. Town center is somewhere in the middle.
Ghent
“Hip area with a ton of food, entertainment, and more.”
Shore Drive
Shore DriveWaterside
333 Waterside Dr“Check out the Grain..... rooftop spot with an awesome view.”
“Again on the main strip, Lunasea, Waterman’s, The Shack, and Calypso are my fav spots.”
Ocean Front Avenue
Ocean Front Avenue“Again on the main strip, Lunasea, Waterman’s, The Shack, and Calypso are my fav spots.”
“Full of restaurants, bars, shops, and more. Yardhouse, Keagan’s, The Funnybone, and 3 of my fav spots.”
Town Center Drive
Town Center Drive“Full of restaurants, bars, shops, and more. Yardhouse, Keagan’s, The Funnybone, and 3 of my fav spots.”
Food scene
If you asked me where you must eat while you’re in town.... well here’s my answers. And I’m practically a professional in the eating arena.”
Texas de Brazil
300 Monticello Ave“A carnivore’s dream! Brazilian Steakhouse.”
Chicho’s Pizza Shore Drive
2957 Shore Dr“Best pizza in town! Order the spicy sauce... trust me.”
“If you have no idea what a kolache is......stop what you’re doing and go grab one. Ranchero and sausage and gravy are my favs.”
Kolache Factory
460 S Independence Blvd“If you have no idea what a kolache is......stop what you’re doing and go grab one. Ranchero and sausage and gravy are my favs.”
Repeal Bourbon & Burgers
202 22nd St“Amazing whiskey selection and burgers to die for.”
“Be sure to order an Orange crush... be careful, they’re sneaky.”
194 locals recommend
Waterman's Surfside Grille
415 Atlantic Ave“Be sure to order an Orange crush... be careful, they’re sneaky.”
Catch 31 Fish House & Bar
3001 Atlantic Ave“Best shrimp cocktail I’ve ever had.”
Captain George's Seafood Restaurant
1956 Laskin Rd“All you can eat seafood bonanza.”
Mannino's
3420 Atlantic AveGringo's Taqueria
612 Norfolk AveThis quirky quaint place has some amazing grilled cheese sandwiches! I Get there early, the place is small, but well worth it!
25 locals recommend
The Grilled Cheese Bistro
345 Granby StThis quirky quaint place has some amazing grilled cheese sandwiches! I Get there early, the place is small, but well worth it!
A few more personal favs
Here’s a few more recommendations that all need their own category so I’m putting them together in this one. If there’s a specific recommendation I haven’t covered don’t hesitate to shoot me a message. I’d be happy to help you out.
Back Bay's Farmhouse Brewing Co.
1805 Kempsville RdRudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar
227 Mediterranean AvenueDuck Donuts
233 Laskin RdWhitner's Barbecue
869 Lynnhaven Pkwy