Restaurants in Portsmouth
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Best Restaurants
“Best Pizza in the 757! Absolutely adore this place. The people that work here are so friendly, we always have the best service. You can tell they are very passionate, and really care about the ingredients that go in their food.”
“Randy did a great job making us feel welcomed. He served our food very quickly and everything was hot and fresh. Did I mention it was delicious? I can’t wait to go back and try their brunch!”
“I had the Royale Combo. The food is absolutely delicious . The restaurant is run by a young couple and he was former Navy. The fries crisp and I was full when I left. Neighbors, help them out and try it out. I will be back!”
“Wow, what great food, such a hidden gem! I've been searching for great pizza and finally found it. Perfectly charred, chewy crust. Sauce is delicious and flavorful. I ordered takeout and couldn't make it home before eating a slice of pizza in the car. I will make the drive here to try more of the menu. Cannot wait for my next visit.”
“I love this secret spot in Portsmouth!! If you are looking for a local business owner to support, this one is it!! The servers are nice and pleasant! Even though they are a brunch spot that closes at 3pm on Sunday's (wish it was 5pm for the after church crew), they treat you with respect and provide you with fresh food even at 230pm! They made my daughter's 18th birthday brunch a great experience! My 10 yr old gave them a 10 out of 10! Clean and classy environment too!! It's five stars for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“just stopped in for the first time. staff is very friendly. Coconut Cappachinno was delicious. I also got a Caramel Crumble Bar that was out of this world. Great Job!!”
“Randy did a great job making us feel welcomed. He served our food very quickly and everything was hot and fresh. Did I mention it was delicious? I can’t wait to go back and try their brunch!”
“A friend and his wife invited us here for a late breakfast during a recent visit. Excellent service and breakfast. Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere and great staff. Wish we lived closer.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“The best Penang curry ever!! It is as delicious as the one I tried when I visited Malaysia. I came here because my friend told me. The restaurant was closed for a while before. Now, they open!! If you like authentic Thai food in Portsmouth area then this is the place you are looking for. It’s so comforting and definitely will be a regular here.Their mango sticky rice is also recommended.”
“Best Pizza in the 757! Absolutely adore this place. The people that work here are so friendly, we always have the best service. You can tell they are very passionate, and really care about the ingredients that go in their food.”
“Randy did a great job making us feel welcomed. He served our food very quickly and everything was hot and fresh. Did I mention it was delicious? I can’t wait to go back and try their brunch!”
“I had the Royale Combo. The food is absolutely delicious . The restaurant is run by a young couple and he was former Navy. The fries crisp and I was full when I left. Neighbors, help them out and try it out. I will be back!”
“Wow, what great food, such a hidden gem! I've been searching for great pizza and finally found it. Perfectly charred, chewy crust. Sauce is delicious and flavorful. I ordered takeout and couldn't make it home before eating a slice of pizza in the car. I will make the drive here to try more of the menu. Cannot wait for my next visit.”
“I love this secret spot in Portsmouth!! If you are looking for a local business owner to support, this one is it!! The servers are nice and pleasant! Even though they are a brunch spot that closes at 3pm on Sunday's (wish it was 5pm for the after church crew), they treat you with respect and provide you with fresh food even at 230pm! They made my daughter's 18th birthday brunch a great experience! My 10 yr old gave them a 10 out of 10! Clean and classy environment too!! It's five stars for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“just stopped in for the first time. staff is very friendly. Coconut Cappachinno was delicious. I also got a Caramel Crumble Bar that was out of this world. Great Job!!”
“Randy did a great job making us feel welcomed. He served our food very quickly and everything was hot and fresh. Did I mention it was delicious? I can’t wait to go back and try their brunch!”
“A friend and his wife invited us here for a late breakfast during a recent visit. Excellent service and breakfast. Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere and great staff. Wish we lived closer.”
“Omg...found this gem today and it did not disappoint. Grabbed an everything bagel (NY style) and a smoothie that was so refreshing and wonderful. The girl behind the counter was the best barista in town ??I will definitely be back!,??”
“Stopped in on Super Bowl Sunday and WOW!!!!! I will definitely be back! while.the hostess didn't excited me the waitress was ON POINT! It was pretty busy but she pointed out the specials, took drink orders, answered menu questions and made recommendations too! Now the food.......Slap yo momma good! Best Shrimp n Grits I've had in life!”
“Best Asian restaurant around. The food it's so good you'll wanna eat it all week. The staff/owners are very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this place.”
“Went to "Cocktails and Candle Making" event here. Absolutely lovely place. We had the opportunity to choose our fragrance out of many scents for our candles. The candles turned out fragrant and very pretty. Meanwhile, there were cocktails, fun and stimulating conversation, with live music. Unfortunately, at this time there are no food sells, but it's a great place for your book club to meet up, to hang out for cocktails, music, finding your favorite scent, and socializing.”
“This place is great! I have gluten issues & I am vegan so to find a place that can accommodate me other than just offering salads or sides was awesome. Got the Lions mane chicken sandwich with waffle bread & it was fantastic!! Elderberry tea is really good & you can get all their teas iced which I loved. It does take a bit to get your food because it’s really cooked to order but our food was piping hot when it came out. We will definitely be back next time we are in VA!”
“This is The Goat of all Ice Cream Spots Good Prices with Fast & Efficnet Services the Banna Split in under 5 dollars say what yep so hurry go check em out open till I think 10 except on Sundays but be sure look up the Place for the Hrs ..”
“Stopped in on Super Bowl Sunday and WOW!!!!! I will definitely be back! while.the hostess didn't excited me the waitress was ON POINT! It was pretty busy but she pointed out the specials, took drink orders, answered menu questions and made recommendations too! Now the food.......Slap yo momma good! Best Shrimp n Grits I've had in life!”
“Best Asian restaurant around. The food it's so good you'll wanna eat it all week. The staff/owners are very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this place.”
“Went to "Cocktails and Candle Making" event here. Absolutely lovely place. We had the opportunity to choose our fragrance out of many scents for our candles. The candles turned out fragrant and very pretty. Meanwhile, there were cocktails, fun and stimulating conversation, with live music. Unfortunately, at this time there are no food sells, but it's a great place for your book club to meet up, to hang out for cocktails, music, finding your favorite scent, and socializing.”
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“This is the only place we will eat Thai food at. No other Bangkok Garden is like it. The food is superb and during lunch, they serve a tasty side salad and spring roll with duck sauce. You can never go wrong with their chicken fried rice or their curries ?”
“⁴our first time was delicious. we ordered the tempura shrimp, deluxe CNR sandwich with bacon and the soy and garlic chicken wings. OMG best chicken sandwich ever and all were amazing. Can't wait to come back and try more items.”
“Today is the second time that we came to visit this restaurant. This place never misses. Both times the food was absolutely delicious. Very authentic Thai food! The waitress, She is always very nice and accommodating. She's great! The bathrooms are very clean, and the restaurant in general is also very clean. The owner painted several of the murals inside the restaurant, it's beautiful! Also, alot of their decorations have come directly from Thailand! I love the pad Thai , my husband has tried two different dishes, and both were was amazing. The soup he got this time was a Thailand traditional and authentic dish... it had a very awesome coconut taste that I can't even explain. The prices are great as well, we got the crab Rangoons again, and they are just so delicious. Everything about this restaurant is five stars to me, if you have not checked this place out, you are missing out!”
“This was my first time here, my best friend brought me, and it was amazing! Amazing in all capital letters! He’s gluten-free, so those choices were beyond belief. I’m just kind of picky…… But of the five things we tried, absolutely nothing disappointed! And the price was very reasonable and the service was fabulous!”
“My husband and I went to Admiral's to celebrate our 38th anniversary.Everyone from the host at the front door who took our reservation to all the servers who waited on us were very friendly and accommodating.Big shout out to Shannon our main server she was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable, and patiently answered all of our questions, which was a lot, since it was our first time eating there.The ambience is so inviting and beautiful, it is the perfect place for celebrating any occasion.Now for the food!Everything we ordered was delicious, seasoned to perfection, hot, and came out in a timely manner which I love!Loved their complimentary assorted bread basket with 3 different spreads. Our favorite bread was the jalapeno cheddar cheese called the "innocent bystander" and the maple butter spread. They were so good hubby ordered a basket of just those to take home. The first bread basket is free, but you pay for the next one, which we didn't mind because they were just that good! ?For appetizers I had the table side caesar salad, so delicious hubby had the lollipop lamb chops.For our entrees I had the lollipop lamb chops (oh my goodness)!! beer battered onion rings (the best I've ever had), and sweet potato praline,It tasted just like my sweet potato souffle, absolutely delicious!Hubby had the entree sized lamb chops, crab cake, and lobster mac&cheese. We didn't have any room for dessert, but if I did it would have been their key lime pie!Our experience at Admiral's was outstanding.If I had one little critique, it was that the bathrooms are outside of the restaurant like at the movies.Other than that we say BRAVO!??Y'all have got to give this place a try!! You can thank me later ??”
“Security was very professional and respectful, I really appreciated that. It is good to have customer service before you even enter the establishment. Our server was pleasant, and it didn't take long for our food to come out (very fresh and hot). The spinach was excellent, and the crab egg rolls were delicious. Salmon was really good, pasta wasn't what I expected, it was just fair. Drinks were on point.”
“My girlfriend called in a special request for their eggs Benedict during their dinner hours, and the food did not disappoint at all. Loved their version of it with pulled pork, bacon, and biscuits. The pulled pork potato skins, and Bushwhacker frozen chocolate signature drink were also delicious. Definitely recommend!”
“My family and I celebrated my husband birthday here on Sunday 4/28/2024. We arrived about 12:30 p.m. and the host was very nice and we did not have to wait long at all to be seated. We were greeted by the sweetest and most delightful waitress by the name of Kirsten Roberts. She introduced herself and made sure we were comfortable. Immediately began taking orders, made sure everyone was seated and continuously checked on us. We had a large party which also included kids and she was marvelous!!!!! Our food, service, environment, everything was perfect. 10/10”
“I’m somewhat new to the churchland/portsmouth area and have tried SEVERAL other places that just do not compare. china li is the best, every time!!! I embarrassingly order at least once a week ?”
“place was amazing not too busy food came really fast and tasted great I only had to wait for five minutes for them to cook the whole thing… I loved it! It was right next to Food Lion and easy to access with a large parking lot. The owner was the one at the counter so I got excellent customer service!Wheelchair accessibility: no stairs or ramps perfectly smooth surface for the restaurant.”
“Thai Basil is the best Thai food in Hampton roads! It is so authentic, the most of any other Thai restaurant I’ve tried here. Their food is delicious every single time. It is definitely the best pad thai I’ve had in all of Virginia, there is no place like it around. It is always my go-to meal when I want a perfect portion plus leftovers! Their curry and drunken noodles are also really good!!!”
“We enjoyed our first time here. Nicely greeted and waitress appeared within 2 minutes of us being seated. Very friendly. The two items we ordered were yummy. Not a long wait either. The only downside I saw was the beer selection is very small. Food is reasonably priced.”
“Place was Not What I expected the food was not that great Ordered amd when got the food it jsit was like blah never again from my family I will eat McDonald's before ever buying this again sorry just my review as I said I would give..”
“Service was great and with a smile. Ordered deviled eggs and it had crunchy bits of bacon pieces on top. That was good. Ordered Fried fish dinner. Which was Perfect with no grease but pricey at 20 dollars.Overcharged, but the manager went above and beyond 2 take care of that . Quite impressed with her managerial. enjoy.”
“In the hood of Portsmouth. Food is fresh but some items lack flavor. Shrimp egg rolls are good and rice is good. The chicken (general tso/orange) items are tough at times. Prices are very good.”
“Harbor Trail has a very good beer selection. The food is delicious and the owner & staff are super friendly. Definitely worth a visit. I know we will be back.”
“This place is great! I have gluten issues & I am vegan so to find a place that can accommodate me other than just offering salads or sides was awesome. Got the Lions mane chicken sandwich with waffle bread & it was fantastic!! Elderberry tea is really good & you can get all their teas iced which I loved. It does take a bit to get your food because it’s really cooked to order but our food was piping hot when it came out. We will definitely be back next time we are in VA!”
“This is The Goat of all Ice Cream Spots Good Prices with Fast & Efficnet Services the Banna Split in under 5 dollars say what yep so hurry go check em out open till I think 10 except on Sundays but be sure look up the Place for the Hrs ..”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Surprisingly this place was empty. I thought they were closed. I mean I guess breakfast in a nice Sunday afternoon isn’t anyone’s go to but man that was wild. They took my order, made my food, and I was out. Good stuff. Waffle was perfect even though I wasn’t a big fan of the strawberries.”
“It's a Waffle house, what can you say? You either like it or you don't. I do. These places are like Chick-fil-A and Starbucks, You know what they offer and you can expect it. The level of service and choices and quality are a given. This one was great.”
“It was late night and I was super hungry from work and didn't want to cook. The chicken nuggets were fine, but the fries were piping hot. Super happy for that. The lady /young girl at the drive through was super nice and kind. I wish I got her name.”
“I go to this location about every other month and look forward to being greeted by the cheery employees. The employees are delight. This location is also clean and the service is timely. The food is what you expect but it is also hot not warmed. The entertainment I think is the young blonde lady that sit in the corner chatting loudly on her phone - she is alway there when I go - maybe this location is her "work from home" spot or she maybe works there and is on break. Either way I am entertained by her phone conversations.”
“The Jamaican food is absolutely the best in the 757. It's a small convenience store with Jamaican take out. The store may not look the best but the food is amazing! The best oxtails and mac'n cheese I've had at a Jamaican spot. The oxtails are tender and the mac'n cheese is seasoned well. The price for the large oxtails is affordable too!”
“This is the only place we will eat Thai food at. No other Bangkok Garden is like it. The food is superb and during lunch, they serve a tasty side salad and spring roll with duck sauce. You can never go wrong with their chicken fried rice or their curries ?”
“Was having trouble deciding on a drink and they were more than accommodating. They let me try whatever I wanted and it was so hard to decide on just a couple. Highly recommend getting a flight and trying a variety”
Takeout Restaurants
“The Jamaican food is absolutely the best in the 757. It's a small convenience store with Jamaican take out. The store may not look the best but the food is amazing! The best oxtails and mac'n cheese I've had at a Jamaican spot. The oxtails are tender and the mac'n cheese is seasoned well. The price for the large oxtails is affordable too!”
“This place has a chill vibe and amazing food. I enjoyed a delicious margarita and some ceviche outside on the patio and my girl had the fajita taco salad, which was amazing.Definitely better than most of the Mexican joints in the 757.”
“I've been a patron of this business a few times in the past and recently on 2/10/2024. The place was packed with friendly people enjoying great beer and awesome music. I had a great time and will be returning soon.”
“Unfortunately, I tend to eat first and add pics later, lol. However, today, I remembered the pic. This is my new lunch spot, and my tummy and I are always happy after visiting. Great people, great service and great food GPGSGF!!”
“I had such a positive experience watching the staff interact with their customers. They knew their regulars by name and order and everyone at the front desk was warm and kind. Check this place out.”
“Ate here for lunch today and was pleasantly surprised at the delicious food, hospitality of the entire staff, cleanliness and overall new lunch establishment right beside St Julians Creek Annex !!!!”
“First time trying Pho and when I say this was a 10/10 the food came out super fast ,very nice staff, I’m definitely going back for round two and also great price for a good amount you get ????”
“Wonderful and the best customer service! Delicious cupcakes and designed exactly what we wanted. Shown order below with inspiration pic - and actual cupcakes made-awesome!! Claire did an awesome job paying attention to detail and quickly responding to my emails.”
“Love this place! The food is phenomenal, the service is awesome.. especially Chris! 10/10 recommend. Pizza is delicious, Cesar salad is best I’ve ever had. Oh and our kids love it!”
“This is definitely a locals bar with a fun and friendly atmosphere. We were there specifically to hear the band. There are lots of tv's, a big bar and tables and some electronic dart boards. This is the kind of place that everyone knows your name. Loved it. We had good service - maybe a tad slow but they were getting busy and she was training someone. We ordered the teriyaki wings and chicken basket. My husband said the wings were really good. And they were big and juicy. Another couple joined us and we shared and they said the same thing. No less then orders of 10. The chicken basket was just ok. The fries were cold and the chicken a bit overdone. The prices were reasonable too. I didn't feel like anything was overpriced. And they have a HH until 7. I think it's drinks only. No food specials....but I could be wrong. If you like a good, locals bar then stop in. Nothing fancy. I think my husband and I will be returning again.”
“Always greeted immediately. Small take out only location, sometimes it may be a slight wait if a line has formed but moves quickly and you won't even mind, as the owner engages with each customer as he fixes their food. The prices pretty much match up with other similar food places, the food tastes great, and nobody can beat the portion sizes here. It's definitely worth checking out”
“Food quality was amazing, their jerk chicken was immaculate and authentic. They asked if I wanted white or dark meat as well.Rice cooked to perfection, mac n cheese was delicious as wellExtremely well seasonedHad the beef patty and it was incredible, specially for the priceEverything was great for the priceIf you want authentic tasting food, give this place a try.Parking: Plenty of parking in strip mall parking lotWheelchair accessibility: Accessible via flat area.”
“Step into Tops China Chinese Restaurant and embark on a gastronomic journey through the heart of China. Their chefs skillfully blend spices and ingredients to create dishes that are both comforting and unforgettable.”
“You Must get your bread here!It's about 1/2 Food Lion, and a 1/3 of the price at Farm Fresh.Dave's Bagels and Natures Own signature line of bread for a couple of bucks a loaf.”
“⁴our first time was delicious. we ordered the tempura shrimp, deluxe CNR sandwich with bacon and the soy and garlic chicken wings. OMG best chicken sandwich ever and all were amazing. Can't wait to come back and try more items.”
“This place has a chill vibe and amazing food. I enjoyed a delicious margarita and some ceviche outside on the patio and my girl had the fajita taco salad, which was amazing.Definitely better than most of the Mexican joints in the 757.”
“We had oxtail, curry, and jerk, plus a couple of Ray's homemade juices. Owner was very personable and kind. His kitchen was clean and I loved his excitement about his juices and Cole slaw, enough to try them both. We enjoyed our food and will be back to visit again soon. Portions were good, taste was flavorful. Oxtail was super tender! Cabbage was delish. Jerk was the right amount of spice (maybe a 5 on a 0-10 scale, but it depends on preference and tolerance) and curry was good (not a spicy curry).Parking: Plenty of parking in the Farm Fresh parking lot.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I moved here from Virginia beach and never cared for dunkin because Ive never had good quality from it, that is until I started coming to this one. I never go inside always drive thru and the same group of ladies are always there with smiles and are always so friendly. My boyfriend and I come here almost every day wether it be morning or afternoon and have always had great service, good food, good iced coffees, and now because I'm sick with pneumonia hot tea ? and it is always made perfect and if I could hug these ladies and tell them how thankful I am for their services I would.”
“The orange chicken bowl is really good. A little sweet, a little spicy, perfect balance if you don't like too much spice. Recommend with fried rice.They Need to bring back the Plum Sauce!!!!”
“This location is very good. My order is always right because they present the order before bagging it up. If it's wrong, it's your fault! Staff is nice and helpful.”
“I ordered tuna club and a turkey and cheese sandwich. That tuna was so good! I ordered the turkey and cheese for tomorrow so I can’t give a report on that. But if the tuna is good I know the other sandwich will be good too. They were quick with the delivery too. On a Saturday!”
“I have heard them called "Pot Stickers", "Dumplings " and a few private names we have between friends. There are three things in Virginia we really need to work on, as far as food goes. This includes Mexican Food, Indian Food and Chinese Food. That's not to say Virginia doesn't have some breathtaking Sushi Restaurants; because we do! We have some fabulous Mexican & Indian cuisine as well, you just have to really HUNT/search. And when you're starving, why must we pray & hope, not to mention drive 20 miles AWAY from home because you heard someone say this restaurant is fantastic. With Panda Express, the food is never over cooked. They'll explain to you which of their restaurants have "dumplings ", and which ones do NOT! They're open late, do big portions, and although technically a "fast food restaurant ", I enjoy their food, service and friendly attitude.”
“We stopped at this Burger King after getting off a cruise ship and before getting on the long road home. All of the staff were very kind and friendly. Food was fresh and fast.”
“I was the first customer of the day. I think I actually arrived as soon as they open so I did have to wait on my food but but long at all. For being there so early the staff I was surprised at how friendly the staff was it was barely 5am. Food was great as well.”
“Everybody was very friendly! I had a large order of 10 sausage egg and cheese croissant, 2 junior burritos and 2 other sandwiches and the order was complete before I could fill my drink. Got home and the order was perfect all the food was still hot!”
“This is one of my favorite fast food restaurants. Your always treated kindly and food is expedited. Your are never there waiting too long considering the line. Food always good.”
“The food was hot and fresh! I had a special request and the food was prepared exactly as ordered. However, I was disappointed that we did not receive a receipt and was missing an item from our bag and had to turn around after going halfway out the way. I did not like that as we were speaking trying to place our order we were interrupted numerous times with questions about the order before we even got to the step. For instance, as we were stating the specifics of our sandwich she was asking about the drink when we hadn't even finished what we were saying about the sandwich. Other than that the team was welcoming and I was very pleased with my food and order”
“Every dish I order is amazing! The crab cakes will keep you coming back for more! Those rice bowls never disappoint! You can’t just visit them once! See you again soon!!”
“Today is the second time that we came to visit this restaurant. This place never misses. Both times the food was absolutely delicious. Very authentic Thai food! The waitress, She is always very nice and accommodating. She's great! The bathrooms are very clean, and the restaurant in general is also very clean. The owner painted several of the murals inside the restaurant, it's beautiful! Also, alot of their decorations have come directly from Thailand! I love the pad Thai , my husband has tried two different dishes, and both were was amazing. The soup he got this time was a Thailand traditional and authentic dish... it had a very awesome coconut taste that I can't even explain. The prices are great as well, we got the crab Rangoons again, and they are just so delicious. Everything about this restaurant is five stars to me, if you have not checked this place out, you are missing out!”
“I've been a patron of this business a few times in the past and recently on 2/10/2024. The place was packed with friendly people enjoying great beer and awesome music. I had a great time and will be returning soon.”
Cheap Eats
“Harbor Trail has a very good beer selection. The food is delicious and the owner & staff are super friendly. Definitely worth a visit. I know we will be back.”
“Sista Sista Soul food was awesome. Her and her staff were very professional. She has really spoiled me because now I wouldn’t go anywhere else for catering service. Great Job!!!!”
“Burrito was amazing. Nothing pre cooked here. Authentic and made fresh. John at the bar made the best margarita I've had in a long time. I have found my favorite date night spot. They even have live music on a few nights each week. Fun and relaxing. Thanks 619”
“Stopped in on Super Bowl Sunday and WOW!!!!! I will definitely be back! while.the hostess didn't excited me the waitress was ON POINT! It was pretty busy but she pointed out the specials, took drink orders, answered menu questions and made recommendations too! Now the food.......Slap yo momma good! Best Shrimp n Grits I've had in life!”
“Customer service was great. Everyone, from the cashier down to the cook, is very nice. It's a nice place to just sit down and eat. The hotdogs and sandwiches are all great. You can't go wrong picking either one.”
“Went for a friend's birthday and it was my first time going to a bar. All the workers were extremely helpful and came over multiple times to refill water or to ask if I needed anything. At one point I walked around trying to find somewhere to make a quick call but was too nervous to ask anyone for help — one of the workers (not sure his name) came up to me and asked if I was looking for something and directed me to a quiet place.Atmosphere was welcoming and fun. Drinks and food were tasty. Great little place!!”
“We have a big family and we are always treated kindly and welcomed! The food is fantastic, try the portobello mushroom appetizer and perfect margarita! We go as often as possible! ♥️”
“OMG! Best fried chicken livers in this area! They were fried to perfection and the seasoning was superb! Top them off with awesome coleslaw and melt in your mouth hushpuppies! The portions were huge and I will have to make two meals out of them which is wonderful! I had the awesome banana pudding and my boyfriend had the bread pudding. Both were sooooooo good! The service was friendly and speedy! Billy D's will be a regular for us! We can hardly wait to try some of his other food! (Sweet potato jack next time!) Trust me, you will not be disappointed!”
“Subs are tasty. This is a nice local sub place nothing fancy but definitely comfort. Would have given them 5 ⭐ s but they do not carry pickles, banana peppers, or sweet peppers only mild peppers.”
“These folks sling food so hard and fast and still manage to be friendly and kind. Even offering a little entertainment for those waiting for service... (Joking amongst themselves... Onlookers were kept in a happy state no matter the wait time ) also they have the most amazing looking cakes on the counter for sale too! I'm a door Dasher typically but this stop always makes my mouth water.”
“Was sooo ? good.... We came back the second night!!Stayed in town over the weekend...many options for dinner. Choose this location the first night...(Prime rib/shrimp). Got salad, wine, calamari...too. WOW!! SO GOOD! WE CAME BACK THE NEXT NIGHT! Second night - Seafood platter - blackened - perfection!I highly recommend it.”
“Nice place to visit with friends. They have happy hour specials and really great wings. The music was LOUD, but if you're there to dance, go for it!!! Overall, it's a really nice and mature crowd. Recommend for an evening out with friends.”
“This food is absolutely amazing! 10/10 recommend. The presentation was beautiful, the fries were perfect, & the fish tacos and sauce…just too good. Thank you!!!!!!!”
“I ordered Super Wok to go, I got the Crab Rangoon, Beef Lo Mein, Orange Chicken, Fries and Wings (Honey BBQ).The Crab Rangoon was good, nice and crispy.Beef Lo Mein ,the noodles were soft with a lot of flavors.Surprisingly the fries were seasoned well and tasted good.The Orange Chicken wasn’t my favorite the sauce was not tangy like most orange chicken.The Chicken Wings was ok the sauce didn’t stick and the wings weren’t crispy or crunchy. I understand that it was a to go order but it would had some type of crunch to it.”
“Unfortunately, I tend to eat first and add pics later, lol. However, today, I remembered the pic. This is my new lunch spot, and my tummy and I are always happy after visiting. Great people, great service and great food GPGSGF!!”
“This was my first time here, my best friend brought me, and it was amazing! Amazing in all capital letters! He’s gluten-free, so those choices were beyond belief. I’m just kind of picky…… But of the five things we tried, absolutely nothing disappointed! And the price was very reasonable and the service was fabulous!”
“I had such a positive experience watching the staff interact with their customers. They knew their regulars by name and order and everyone at the front desk was warm and kind. Check this place out.”
“Ate here for lunch today and was pleasantly surprised at the delicious food, hospitality of the entire staff, cleanliness and overall new lunch establishment right beside St Julians Creek Annex !!!!”
“First time trying Pho and when I say this was a 10/10 the food came out super fast ,very nice staff, I’m definitely going back for round two and also great price for a good amount you get ????”
“My husband and I went to Admiral's to celebrate our 38th anniversary.Everyone from the host at the front door who took our reservation to all the servers who waited on us were very friendly and accommodating.Big shout out to Shannon our main server she was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable, and patiently answered all of our questions, which was a lot, since it was our first time eating there.The ambience is so inviting and beautiful, it is the perfect place for celebrating any occasion.Now for the food!Everything we ordered was delicious, seasoned to perfection, hot, and came out in a timely manner which I love!Loved their complimentary assorted bread basket with 3 different spreads. Our favorite bread was the jalapeno cheddar cheese called the "innocent bystander" and the maple butter spread. They were so good hubby ordered a basket of just those to take home. The first bread basket is free, but you pay for the next one, which we didn't mind because they were just that good! ?For appetizers I had the table side caesar salad, so delicious hubby had the lollipop lamb chops.For our entrees I had the lollipop lamb chops (oh my goodness)!! beer battered onion rings (the best I've ever had), and sweet potato praline,It tasted just like my sweet potato souffle, absolutely delicious!Hubby had the entree sized lamb chops, crab cake, and lobster mac&cheese. We didn't have any room for dessert, but if I did it would have been their key lime pie!Our experience at Admiral's was outstanding.If I had one little critique, it was that the bathrooms are outside of the restaurant like at the movies.Other than that we say BRAVO!??Y'all have got to give this place a try!! You can thank me later ??”
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“Popped in over the weekend (12/17/23) for a quick treat, the guys running the store were awesome! They made everything exactly as requested and even talked to my 4 year about what kind of hot chocolate he wanted.Kid-friendliness: My son got a peppermint hot chocolate, it was made to the perfect kid friendly temperature and the cashier was so kind and friendly to him!”
“Randy did a great job making us feel welcomed. He served our food very quickly and everything was hot and fresh. Did I mention it was delicious? I can’t wait to go back and try their brunch!”
“I had such a positive experience watching the staff interact with their customers. They knew their regulars by name and order and everyone at the front desk was warm and kind. Check this place out.”
“Wow, what great food, such a hidden gem! I've been searching for great pizza and finally found it. Perfectly charred, chewy crust. Sauce is delicious and flavorful. I ordered takeout and couldn't make it home before eating a slice of pizza in the car. I will make the drive here to try more of the menu. Cannot wait for my next visit.”
“I love the cozy atmosphere here. We never feel hurried when we stop in for some wine and small plates.Don’t know what you want? The capable staff can easily steer you to a lovely selection, whether wine or eats.There’s a woman’s touch here. You feel it in the service, the artsy decor, the relaxed feel.”
“First time trying Pho and when I say this was a 10/10 the food came out super fast ,very nice staff, I’m definitely going back for round two and also great price for a good amount you get ????”
“Customer service was great. Everyone, from the cashier down to the cook, is very nice. It's a nice place to just sit down and eat. The hotdogs and sandwiches are all great. You can't go wrong picking either one.”
“Stopped in on Super Bowl Sunday and WOW!!!!! I will definitely be back! while.the hostess didn't excited me the waitress was ON POINT! It was pretty busy but she pointed out the specials, took drink orders, answered menu questions and made recommendations too! Now the food.......Slap yo momma good! Best Shrimp n Grits I've had in life!”
“Good people, very welcoming and friendly.The smile of the workers is very contagious to the point where you will exit the store with happiness.Kid-friendliness: Welcoming”
“Very nice little quaint Italian restaurant and bar. The waitress Courtney poured me a Jim Beam apple on the rocks I was lit. Heavy handed with the pouring loved it. Great customer service from inception to my departure. Courtney, you're a keeper! The pizza (half chicken half sausage)?? Well, I hate to say that I was disappointed. I was looking for that home-grown, real saucy, thin crust, enormous pie made in a brick oven kind of pizza; like back in the day. You know the kind of pizza you have to take your napkins to dab the oil off of it. The kind of slice that you pick up with both hands and the sauce falls in your lap. It was too thick, dry, and fluffy. But that's OK. They made up for it with their award winning customer service and that amazing cocktail ? ??. Great job!”
“Babbbbyyy that signature crab baked potato is EVERYTHING. The first time I went I was in the area for a training class and was in the mood for some seafood. Well it was so good the next day I came back and got 4 of them for my family and I. She got me hooked! lol Today I'm going again. lol the seafood and baked potato was so flavorful and tasty. This is my new spot for sure. And the owner is so sweet and nice. I love this place.”
“Sista Sista Soul food was awesome. Her and her staff were very professional. She has really spoiled me because now I wouldn’t go anywhere else for catering service. Great Job!!!!”
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“My family and I celebrated my husband birthday here on Sunday 4/28/2024. We arrived about 12:30 p.m. and the host was very nice and we did not have to wait long at all to be seated. We were greeted by the sweetest and most delightful waitress by the name of Kirsten Roberts. She introduced herself and made sure we were comfortable. Immediately began taking orders, made sure everyone was seated and continuously checked on us. We had a large party which also included kids and she was marvelous!!!!! Our food, service, environment, everything was perfect. 10/10”
“My wife and I drove an hour and 45 minutes to try The Bier Garden and we were not disappointed! Very friendly staff, attentive and quick service. The food was great! The "small" pretzel is still pretty big, the fried mushrooms were huge! We tried the rouladen (thin steak with mustard wrapped around pickle, onion & bacon), blaukraut (red cabbage), spätzle (a type of dense egg noodle), bratkartoffeln (fried potatoes and onions). My German wife was very happy and agreed that everything was delicious! Oh, and the gift shop is awesome too! Many awesome items and authentic foods. I was hoping my wife would find some things that reminded her of her childhood in Germany and she absolutely did. As an American who has never been to Germany it gives me a chance to try these things too. Just an all around cool place. I definitely recommend giving it a try!”
“Stopped in on Super Bowl Sunday and WOW!!!!! I will definitely be back! while.the hostess didn't excited me the waitress was ON POINT! It was pretty busy but she pointed out the specials, took drink orders, answered menu questions and made recommendations too! Now the food.......Slap yo momma good! Best Shrimp n Grits I've had in life!”
“Enjoyed a Sunday afternoon family dinner. Some of our selections were Shrimp Basket w/fries and slaw, Homestyle Fried Chicken w/mashed potatoes, collard greens or Jasmine rice or Sweet Potatoes Mashed. Deliciously served and attended to by a great waitress. ?”
“This is one of my favorite fast food restaurants. Your always treated kindly and food is expedited. Your are never there waiting too long considering the line. Food always good.”
“Security was very professional and respectful, I really appreciated that. It is good to have customer service before you even enter the establishment. Our server was pleasant, and it didn't take long for our food to come out (very fresh and hot). The spinach was excellent, and the crab egg rolls were delicious. Salmon was really good, pasta wasn't what I expected, it was just fair. Drinks were on point.”
“Love this place! The food is phenomenal, the service is awesome.. especially Chris! 10/10 recommend. Pizza is delicious, Cesar salad is best I’ve ever had. Oh and our kids love it!”
“We had no idea what to expect here and we’re blown away by the food. It tasted fantastic! Red beans and rice and oxtail were the most authentic dishes I’ve had outside Louisiana. Staff is friendly and the environment is very upscale! We can’t wait to come back.”
“I go to this location about every other month and look forward to being greeted by the cheery employees. The employees are delight. This location is also clean and the service is timely. The food is what you expect but it is also hot not warmed. The entertainment I think is the young blonde lady that sit in the corner chatting loudly on her phone - she is alway there when I go - maybe this location is her "work from home" spot or she maybe works there and is on break. Either way I am entertained by her phone conversations.”
“Definitely not a place I would frequent often. The line is always wrapped around the building starting at dinner time. The last time I went the chicken had a 25 minute wait at dinner time which didn't make much since unless they are cooking to order which isn't super smart. The food today was wonderful. I went at late lunch time and my nuggets and sandwich were perfect. Still a lengthy line.”
“It was late night and I was super hungry from work and didn't want to cook. The chicken nuggets were fine, but the fries were piping hot. Super happy for that. The lady /young girl at the drive through was super nice and kind. I wish I got her name.”
“I'm so glad they opened this location. They are so much better than the store on Portsmouth Blvd. The food is always fresh and the store is pretty clean. The customer service could be better though. Overall I'd definitely recommend this location.”
“Very delicious food. Great prices and I've been going to this restaurant for a while and I've never had to wait in line for long. But, for some reason, when I ask for ketchup and mustard on my hot dog, sometimes they forget one or the other. Still, fantastic food, a large menu to choose from, and they give you your money's worth. Hot dog/Chili dog and Cajun Chicken sandwich are divine.”
“Service was good, food was just ok but I don't see a repeat return. Nice Olde town Tavern with great music playing. Floors and base boards dusty, woman's toilet wouldn't flush. Wanted to sit out on patio but smokers had it., it's way to small to allow smokers. But see for yourself, EAT LOCAL.”
“The best Penang curry ever!! It is as delicious as the one I tried when I visited Malaysia. I came here because my friend told me. The restaurant was closed for a while before. Now, they open!! If you like authentic Thai food in Portsmouth area then this is the place you are looking for. It’s so comforting and definitely will be a regular here.Their mango sticky rice is also recommended.”