Guidebook for Virginia Beach, Norfolk, & More
Food Scene
Great place on the water for drinks and seafood.
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Chick's Oyster Bar
2143 Vista CirGreat place on the water for drinks and seafood.
Leaping Lizard Cafe
4408 Shore DrSeasonal & local menu
Local brewery with extensive outdoor seating and events and food trucks
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Back Bay's Farmhouse Brewing Co.
1805 Kempsville RdLocal brewery with extensive outdoor seating and events and food trucks
Dockside Seafood & Fishing Center
3311 Shore Drfresh seafood & water view
brewery & coffee & teas. Has a large outdoor area with a sandbox for kids to play in & daily food trucks.
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COVA Brewing Company
9529 Shore Drbrewery & coffee & teas. Has a large outdoor area with a sandbox for kids to play in & daily food trucks.
Taste
4097 Shore Drgreat lunch place with ample outdoor seating
Mexican spot that was featured on Diners Drive-Ins & Dives
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Jessy's Taqueria
3201 E Ocean View AveMexican spot that was featured on Diners Drive-Ins & Dives
fresh seafood & water views
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Bubba's Seafood Restaurant and Crabhouse
3323 Shore Drfresh seafood & water views
An old fashioned drive in spot where the ice cream cone was invented. Great burgers and fast food as well as ice cream, shakes, etc.
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Doumar's Cones & Barbecue
1919 Monticello AveAn old fashioned drive in spot where the ice cream cone was invented. Great burgers and fast food as well as ice cream, shakes, etc.
Prosperity Kitchen and Pantry
532 Virginia Beach BlvdPIZZA CHAPEL
637 10th StAloha Snacks
501 Laskin Rd1608 Crafthouse
1608 Pleasure House RdEsoteric
501 Virginia Beach BlvdToast
2406 Colonial AveGreat cocktails
"This taproom/restaurant is three floors, spacious, bright, and energetic. Family friendly. Offering cans/bottles to go, drafts (including guest beers) for on-premise consumption, wine/cider, and a full kitchen featuring an amazing menu from Codex/Chef Ian Hock."
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The Veil Brewing - Norfolk
2314 Colonial Ave"This taproom/restaurant is three floors, spacious, bright, and energetic. Family friendly. Offering cans/bottles to go, drafts (including guest beers) for on-premise consumption, wine/cider, and a full kitchen featuring an amazing menu from Codex/Chef Ian Hock."
Everything Else
FLSP has a dog friendly beach, a playground, miles of walking and biking trails, and educational opportunities led by park rangers.
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First Landing State Park
2500 Shore DriveFLSP has a dog friendly beach, a playground, miles of walking and biking trails, and educational opportunities led by park rangers.
The closest beach to the barn...about a 5 minute drive.
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Chic's Beach
The closest beach to the barn...about a 5 minute drive.
Neighborhoods
Chic's Beach is a short 5 minute drive from the Barn. You can find casual local restaurants as well as a nice peaceful beach on the Chesapeake Bay.
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Chic's Beach
Chic's Beach is a short 5 minute drive from the Barn. You can find casual local restaurants as well as a nice peaceful beach on the Chesapeake Bay.
The Virginia Beach Boardwalk is known as the "resort area" and has a large array of restaurants, beach shops and experiences (Old Time Photos, Mini Golf, Parasailing etc.). During the summer it can be busy but it is also fun to visit during the off months.
For a more peaceful beach experience find a street parking spot above 70th street where you can avoid the crowds a the main oceanfront area.
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Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Virginia Beach BoardwalkThe Virginia Beach Boardwalk is known as the "resort area" and has a large array of restaurants, beach shops and experiences (Old Time Photos, Mini Golf, Parasailing etc.). During the summer it can be busy but it is also fun to visit during the off months.
For a more peaceful beach experience find a street parking spot above 70th street where you can avoid the crowds a the main oceanfront area.
Charming residential area with a popular Saturday morning farmers market, street parking, and beach access. Beach has typically calm waters and is popular for families with children.
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East Beach
Charming residential area with a popular Saturday morning farmers market, street parking, and beach access. Beach has typically calm waters and is popular for families with children.
Sightseeing
Beautiful spot for nature walks through tidal marshlands with a lot of birdwatching potential.
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Pleasure House Point Natural Area
3957 Marlin Bay DrBeautiful spot for nature walks through tidal marshlands with a lot of birdwatching potential.
Chrysler Museum of Art
1 Memorial PlBeautiful botanical gardens with a fun children's area which includes a splash pad during warmer months. (Check website for specifics)
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Isityalo seNorfolk Botanical
6700 Azalea Garden RdBeautiful botanical gardens with a fun children's area which includes a splash pad during warmer months. (Check website for specifics)
Virginia Zoo
3500 Granby StVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth BlvdI-Museum yabantwana yaseVirginia
221 High StColonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square
134 N Henry StBusch Gardens Williamsburg
1 Busch Gardens BlvdElizabeth River Trail
Elizabeth River Trail"Explore Norfolk’s iconic waterfront along the 10.5 mile urban trail"