Best Casual Restaurants in Virginia Beach

26 restaurants available nearby

1. The Veranda

4.9

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Virginia Beach

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to The Veranda Trattoria, where the warm embrace of traditional Italian hospitality meets the sun-kissed shores of Virginia Beach. Nestled in the heart of this vibrant coastal city, our trattoria invites you on a culinary journey that combines the richness of Italian flavors with the laid-back charm of beachside livingThe atmosphere is a perfect blend of rustic elegance and coastal comfort, creating a welcoming space for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.The Veranda Trattoria is not just a restaurant; it's a place where friends and family come together to savor exceptional food, share stories, and create lasting memories. Whether you're seeking a romantic date, a family celebration, or a casual dinner with friends, our trattoria is the perfect setting for every occasion

2. Coastal Grill

4.9

Exceptional(3869)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Virginia Beach

Booked 35 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!

3. Becca

4.5

Awesome(5493)

Price: Expensive

• American • Virginia Beach

Booked 85 times today

Becca is the highlight of The Cavalier and a go-to dining destination. Modern and sophisticated, the reinvented restaurant boasts bright and inspired fare, locally sourced ingredients and a sumptuous outdoor garden setting. Always elegant yet never pretentious. Becca is perfect for any occasion.Enjoy local, farm to table food from our restaurant & garden.

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4. Gaston's Italian Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(256)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Virginia Beach

Booked 14 times today

Modern Italian CuisineGaston’s Italian Steak House, the American Dream for Gaston, is where passion for food, comfort, and enjoyment are combined. Our neighborhood restaurant is casual- elegant and cozy, the perfect backdrop for a first date, anniversary dinner or warm family gathering with a beautiful private room available. Benvenuto!!

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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Virginia Beach, VA

4.6

Exceptional(4739)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Beach

Booked 144 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.

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6. Tides Coastal Kitchen

3.7

Very Good(132)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Virginia Beach

Booked 2 times today

Where coastal flavors and breathtaking views unite to create Virginia Beach’s most unique dining experience - perfect for a casual gathering with friends or an elegant night out. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that combines exceptional coastal flavors, warm hospitality, and a touch of seaside magic.NOTE: OUTSIDE SEATING IS NON-RESERVABLE. PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.

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7. Rockafeller's Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1742)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Virginia Beach

Booked 11 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.

8. Catch 31

4.7

Exceptional(431)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Virginia Beach

Booked 12 times today

Fabulously Fresh and In-Season at Our Virginia Beach Seafood RestaurantLocated on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Catch 31 showcases spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and an inspired farm to table menu of hardwood grilled fish, succulent steaks, wood-fire baked flatbreads, decadent desserts and an incomparable raw bar. The freshest produce and seafood is sourced daily by our chefs from local farms and docks to be expertly prepared any way you like it - mesquite wood-fire grilled, bronzed or blackened. For an upscale-casual dining experience at the most iconic location on the oceanfront, grab a patio table with a fire pit overlooking Neptune's Park and enjoy free live entertainment nightly in season.

9. The Atlantic

4.9

Exceptional(147)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Virginia Beach

The Atlantic is an oyster/craft cocktail bar nestled in the heart of the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Our menu celebrates seafoods from the east coast, west coast and beyond, and we strive to support local and regional fishermen, crabbers, oystermen, farmers and producers. Don't eat seafood? No problem. We've got plenty of options for everyone on the menu.

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10. Croc's 19th Street Bistro

4.3

Awesome(892)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Beach

Booked 3 times today

A Neighborhood Gem, Fit For Foodies with a Notable Wine List. Located in the heart of the ViBe District, Croc's has been locally owned for the past 30 years. Croc's is home to the Old Beach Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, and Sunday hosts the wildly popular decade-long show Drag Yourself To Brunch with nationally-recognized female impersonators. Reservations required. Thursday Night, also known as Ladies Night, is recognized as a 30 year hot spot, with $3 Corona Lights and a DJ at 10pm. In 2008, Croc's was the first restaurant in the state certified as Virginia Green. Our on-premise chef garden offers vegetarians locally sourced produce and herbs. Enjoy our coastal casual cuisine hospitality and atmosphere infused with authentic Lebanese dishes such as Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, and Tabouleh. We have 2 dog-friendly outdoor patios, and one enclosed patio that offers as a private room to host an array of events.

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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
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4.6
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ashley
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is our second time coming here and it’s been amazing each time! Such a quaint space with amazing food.
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The VerandaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Virginia Beach
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4.9
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AME7
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My dad is 92 and Gaston’s is his FAVORITE place to eat. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The staff are professional and attentive. The food is beautifully presented, cooked perfectly, and always delicious. 5 stars every time in every category!
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Gaston's Italian SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Italian• Virginia Beach
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4.9
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Joan
Virginia •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The service and food was great! I enjoy coming to Becca and the ambiance it creates. Our waiter, Sean seems to enjoy his work and is on point with making sure to check in on us at the right time. CJ, the manager was also great to make sure I had my reservations secured and to stop by and say hello. He also made sure to show me the private dining areas for suture business luncheons and dinners. I look forward to many more visits! Thank you, Becca!!
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BeccaPrice: Expensive• American• Virginia Beach
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4.5
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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
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4.9

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. The Veranda

2. Coastal Grill

3. Becca

4. Gaston's Italian Steakhouse

5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Virginia Beach, VA

6. Tides Coastal Kitchen

7. Rockafeller's Restaurant

8. Catch 31

9. The Atlantic

10. Croc's 19th Street Bistro

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