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Below is a compilation of some of the best places to eat in the Virginia Beach area. Situated close by the water, Hampton Roads has great fresh seafood, but the steak houses, delis, and Chinese places aren't to be overlooked.
Gus' Mariner Restaurant Specializes in seafood, offering everything from crab cakes to flounder florentine. A variety of early-bird specials are offered. Open daily 7am-10pm summer, daily 7am-9pm off season. Main courses $12-20. Atlantic Avenue at 57th Street, in Ramada Plaza Resort, Virginia Beach. 757-425-5699.
The Jewish Mother has been serving top-quality deli food to Virginia Beach diners since 1975. Live entertainment (everything from country to zydeco and rock) takes place after 9:30pm every night, so there might be a cover charge for a well-known performer. Full bar and top-drawer beer selection. Open daily 8:30am-3am. Sandwiches $3.95-$8.95, other menu items $2.75-$13.95. 3108 Pacific Ave., Virginia Beach. 757-422-5430.
Le Chambord Leading regional French restaurant. Dinner runs from $21 to $30. Open 11:30am-3pm and 6-10pm daily. Sunday, 6pm-10pm. 324 N. Great Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. 757-498-1234.
Rudees- On Rudee Inlet. Seafood and steaks. Casual. 227 Mediterranean Ave., Virginia Beach 757-425-1777
Rockafellers- On Rudee Inlet. Fish, chicken, beef. Sunday brunch, early bird specials. 308 Mediterranean Ave., Virginia Beach 757-422-5654.
Black Angus- Fine dining steakhouse, casual attire. Also prime rib, fresh seafood, chicken and pasta. Early bird specials. 706 Atlantic Ave., Virgnia Beach 757-428-7700.
The Inlet Seafood Overlooking the bay, Specializes in fish broiled, blackened, or fried. Full menu. Entertainment and valet parking available. Dinner $21-30. Open 5pm-10pm during week, Fri and Sat. 5pm-11pm, Sun. 10am-10pm. 3319 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach. 757-481-7300.
Lynnhaven Fish House Restaurant Family owned restaurant on the Bay. Fresh fish with variety of sauces. Open 11:30am-10:30pm daily. Lunch $6-10. Dinner $12-25. 2350 Starfish Road, Virginia Beach. 757-481-0003.
Alexander's on the Bay Restaurant This steak and seafood establishment offers a top-quality menu in a leisurely nautical setting. Dinner $11-20. Reservations suggested. Open 5:30pm-10:30pm during week, Sat. 5:30pm-11pm, Sun. 5pm-10pm. 4536 Ocean View Ave., Virginia Beach. 757-464-4999.
Il Giardino Specializes in Italian food. Features cocktails and lounge, valet parking. Open 5pm-11:30pm, open until midnight Friday and Saturday nights. Dinner $11-20. 910 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach. 757-422-6464.
The Lighthouse Landmark restaurant at the southern end of the strip. Specializes in seafood. Full menu, children's menu, Sunday brunch, lounge. $21-30. Open noon til 10pm, open at 10am Friday and Saturday. 1st St. and Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach. 757-428-7974.
Blue Pete's is known for its sweet potato biscuits and other delicious dishes. Steak and seafood is the emphasis here, and dinner will cost about $21-30, depending on how hungry you are. Open 6pm-9:30pm April 1-Nov. 2. 1400 N. Muddy Creek Rd., Virginia Beach. 757-426-2005.
Swan Terrace, which is located at the Founders Inn and Convention Center is a smoke free restaurant which offers American-style food in an elegant atmosphere. Reservations suggested. Dinner $21-30. Open 6am-10pm daily. 5741 Indian River Rd., Virginia Beach. 757-366-5777.
Tandom's Pine Tree Inn Fresh seafood, Angus beef, and a 70-item salad and raw bar. Senior discounts available. 2932 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach. 757-340-3661.
Waterman's With an oceanfront view, Fogg's serves all types of seafood in a casual environment. Open 11:30am-10:30pm, Saturday until 11:30pm. Dinner $11-20. 415 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach. 757-428-3644.
Aldo's Ristorante Italian foods are prepared fresh daily. Pizza is cooked in a brick oven. Dinner $21-30. Children's menu, cocktails and lounge available. Open 11am-11pm, Fri&Sat. 11am-12:30am, Sun. 4pm-11p. Reservations suggested. 1860 Laskin Rd., Virginia Beach. 757-491-1111.
Foon's Restaurant Authentic Szechuan, Hunan, and Cantonese food. Dinner $11-20. Open 11:30am- 9:30pm Friday and Saturday until 10pm. 4365 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach. 757-460-1985.
