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A photo of Aldo's Ristorante restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4529)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Virginia Beach
Booked 55 times today
Since 1988, Aldo's Ristorante is an Italian fine dining restaurant & wine bar located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.Aldo's award winning wine bar & wine list has been thriving for over 32 years, receiving accolades from wine spectator and wine enthusiasts magazines. Offering locally sourced seafood and produce daily. We feature delicious food (some gluten free), wonderful wines, superb service and excellent value!
A photo of Coastal Grill restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3869)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Virginia Beach
Booked 33 times today
Classic, consistent, upscale cuisine is offered in a well-appointed, unpretentious setting in this top-notch nosherie. The beautiful bar invites easy conversation and casual dining. Located on the affluent Great Neck corridor in Virginia Beach, just three miles from the Oceanfront, Coastal Grill is as famous for what isn't on the menu as for what actually is. Owner Jerry Bryan with Executive Chef Maureen Cucchiaro and Chef de Cusine Brad Bates at the stove, offer an extensive list of "blackboard specials," always with a nice assortment of freshly caught regional seafood. This locals favorite has received critical acclaim since its inception over 25 years ago, culminating in being voted the Number 1 Restaurant by Hampton Roads Magazine. With amazing food and exemplary service, Coastal Grill is a sure bet for business dinners, special occasions, or simply unwinding after a hard day. Come celebrate with us!
A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Virginia Beach, VA restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4739)
Price: Moderate
• American • Virginia Beach
Booked 145 times today
Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.
A photo of Mizuno Japanese Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(665)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Virginia Beach
Booked 18 times today
Mizuno Japanese Restaurant is a family-run business that first opened in 1996. Located in Virginia Beach, Mizuno is embedded in a seafood hotspot, only 25 miles south of the Eastern Shore of Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay, and 158 miles south of Hatteras, North Carolina. Chef-owner Wataru Mizuno feels blessed to be a sushi chef in a culinary trifecta like Virginia Beach. Mizuno and his team take advantage of the restaurant's access to local sources by artfully composing daily specials that feature fresh shrimp, yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, flounder, blue crabs and oysters, to name a few. The hook's simple. Mizuno resists complicated sauces and excessive ingredients. Instead, he flavors scallops from the world famous Chesapeake Bay, adding nothing more, at times, than a dash of citrus and a pinch of sea salt. Wataru Mizuno: Chef/Owner Born in Japan, Wataru Mizuno received his formal training in Tokyo, as an apprentice under master Teruo Sato.
A photo of Eurasia Cafe & Wine Bar - Virginia Beach restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1462)
Price: Expensive
• American • Virginia Beach
Booked 28 times today
A quaint, hidden gem at the Virginia Beach oceanfront! Eurasia offers some of the best farm to table food that the Beach has to offer. Seafood drives this eclectic menu that changes seasonally. To complement the great menu, Eurasia has local beers on tap and 20 wines by the glass to suit any palette.
A photo of Isle of Capri restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(974)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Virginia Beach
Booked 14 times today
Home to authentic Italian cuisine and breathtaking views of the Virginia Beach oceanfront, oceanfront panoramic Virginia Beach views, the Isle of Capri is one of the more historic restaurants in Virginia Beach, under the helm of Chef Pasquale Arcese, and top-rated among locals and visitors alike. Featuring a carefully selected menu of over 260 international wines that are perfectly paired with our robust and flavorful Italian entrée and antipasti menus, Isle of Capri elevates the dining experience in Virginia Beach. Ride our express elevator to the 6th floor of the Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach to begin your next amazing dining experience.
A photo of Rockafeller's Restaurant restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1742)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Virginia Beach
Booked 9 times today
When visiting Rockafeller's, one of Virginia Beach's landmark seafood restaurants located on Rudee Inlet, customers can expect a casual atmosphere and a menu featuring fresh local seafood, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, Sunday Brunch, three course early bird specials and more! Our specials will provide you with the freshest fish and seafood offerings available in Virginia Beach. Don't forget that Rockafeller's award winning homemade desserts offer the perfect way to finish off your dining experience . First place winner of the 2022 East Coast She Crab Soup Classic. While there they can also feel good knowing that by supporting Rockafeller's they are also supporting one of the first Virginia Green restaurants. Large parties can be accommodated on a limited basis and we have private banquet facilities which can accommodate groups from 9 to 90. Please visit our website, www.rockafellers.com. Rockafeller's is committed to great service, freshly prepared food and environmental excellence.
A photo of Cobalt Grille restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1480)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Virginia Beach
Booked 10 times today
Treat yourself to a wonderful dining experience. Delicious food, great cocktails, extensive wine list and first class service at this locals favorite established in 2000.
A photo of Zoes Steak & Seafood restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(1604)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Virginia Beach
Booked 10 times today
AAA Four Diamond restaurant located at the Virginia Beach oceanfront, Zoës originally opened in 2003, and re-opened under new ownership on March 16, 2009. Renowned sommelier Marc Sauter, as well as devoted restaurant goers Bill and Joni Greene, to continue the Zoës legacy with the same great location, friendly staff, soothing ambience, and award-winning food and spirits. Together, their hope is to offer their guests a wonderful dining experience that has a comfortable, familiar atmosphere, yet that special touch of class that makes Zoës “the place to go when you absolutely must impress your guests.” Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome. Zoës is a completely non-smoking establishment.
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Virginia Beach restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2397)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Virginia Beach
Booked 64 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Virginia Beach, VA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining may be arranged.

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  • Doug
    Virginia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was my first visit, and I joined the wine club after a friend recommended it, mentioning I’d enjoy the atmosphere, wine, and food. They were absolutely right!
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Virginia Beach, VAPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Beach
    4.6
  • STEPHANIE
    Virginia •59 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We were a group of 10. Had an amazing time celebrating my birthday. 8 of the diners were first timers to the restaurant and they were truly impressed. Cocktails are always crafted so well. My favorite is the Lechee martini. Most of us had sushi. The fish was incredible. So fresh. Presentation excellent. Thank you again.
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    Mizuno Japanese RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Virginia Beach
    4.9
  • Deborah
    Virginia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Awesome dining experience from making the reservation to leaving the restaurant. Food was delicious & well presented, server was amazing - so knowledgeable, helpful & attentive- valet greeted us with a smile. Look forward to dining there again soon!
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    Coastal GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Virginia Beach
    4.9
  • Donald
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    This restaurant is outstanding in every way! I’ve eaten Pizza and other Italian food throughout the U.S. and in Italy! This is the best food I’ve seen in America. From making a reservation to dining the service is extraordinary! The waiters and waitresses always serve you like you’re in luxury setting! The scenery within the restaurant is beautiful, wall paintings of Italy . Friday and Saturday night beautiful piano music. Perfect for date night,anniversary or birthday! All food has been excellent! Oh, and the prices are great for as is quality and quantity of food.
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    Aldo's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Virginia Beach
    4.8
  • Ashley
    Coastal North Carolina •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    We have been going to Eurasia for years. The food is ALWAYS fantastic. I love the CDR wine for happy hour. Emilee had to be the best waitress we have ever had. She is knowledgeable, friendly and on point. She made us feel like they really wanted our business and just put the experience over the top!!!!
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    Eurasia Cafe & Wine Bar - Virginia BeachPrice: Expensive• American• Virginia Beach
    4.8

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Virginia Beach

If you're searching for the perfect restaurant to celebrate a special occasion in the Virginia Beach, Norfolk area, you're in luck. The region boasts a diverse dining scene that caters to every taste, from upscale Italian kitchens to sophisticated wine bars and everything in between. Each restaurant here offers a unique blend of ambiance, from modern chic to intimate bistro settings, ensuring that every celebration is both memorable and personalized. Patrons can expect not only delicious meals ranging from fresh seafood to expertly crafted steaks but also exceptional service that highlights the importance of your special events. Reviews often highlight the attentive staff and creative menus, enhancing dining experiences for occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, and other milestones. Furthermore, many restaurants in this area provide stunning views and elegant settings, adding an extra touch of magic to your celebrations. Whether it’s a family gathering or a romantic dinner, Virginia Beach, Norfolk has a spot that will transform your special occasion into an extraordinary dining experience.

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