New River Taphouse

1716 Pleasure House Rd #101, Virginia Beach
(757) 965-3612

Recent Reviews

Scott Mentz

Well, we stopped in for Easter brunch before we had our family dinner in the evening. It was relatively busy when we walked in but cleared out long before our food arrived. Maybe it was the Easter rush but without question, food was sub par. When the food finally arrived (25 minutes after the rush had left), our food was barely warm and tasted like it sat in the window for the full 25 minutes. I can’t give a recommendation based off of today’s meal. I had no interest in finishing the plate. It seems like this may possibly be a great restaurant any other day than a holiday. We may choose to give another try based solely on the managers response. She was quick to respond and very professional with her response. It kept our day from smelling like rotten eggs… ??

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 3

Mr M

If you’re ever craving fried pickle chips, this place has the best darn pickle chips in all of HR. Hands down I said what I said.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ellen Hutson

This was my first time visiting this restaurant. Just an FYI- if you bring in a birthday cake, you will be charged a $25 cake cutting fee.Not only that, you will also be charged tax on that $25! It cost me almost $29 to bring in a birthday cake for a friend. I even brought in paper plates and plastic forks so that the restaurant would not have to provide those.Honestly, I was shocked!! Just wanted to let someone else know, so they can choose to do their cake somewhere else !!!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

J Hughes

First time here and our server maddy was great! We will be back!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ariana Mur

Hostess need better training. Its a shame because the food is really good. We went and were told we would be seated in a couple minutes because a group was leaving. We saw them leave and they never called. Went in and they didn't want to admit they gave our table to someone else and now had to wait 20 minutes. We ended up leaving and God knows how long it's been they never bothered to even contact us to sit us. Won't bother coming here again

Food: 4

Service: 1

Connor Trant

Went here and got some beer and food. Their beer was astounding, probably a top 5 beers I have ever had. But the food was not it, I got the crab Mac and cheese and it was very obviously from a box and not seasoned at all. I have had better Mac and cheese at the chow hall on base than that one... But I would go back but make sure you eat prior to going.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

Deborah Isabella

If you are looking for a place to sit outside and enjoy the weather... New River Taphouse is a good bet. They do not have the overhead shades any longer. You can bring your dog, so they can enjoy the outing as well. Our server was nice... she was in training but she was helpful. The prices were acceptable. The deck was clean. There is a large selection of beer and wine. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Rings, Hazy IPA, Great Beer Selection

Jena Vignola

Cool local pub with a great menu and beer selection. Portions were large, menu items were unique, and our server was excellent. The fried pickle chips are so good, the tater tots are a must, and for dessert the s'more sundae is a definite (to share!) Free refills on soda and a typical local bar atmosphere with dark lighting and monitors on the walls. Very good experience.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Tater Tots, Pickle Chips, Great Beer Selection

Linda Panther

No matter what I have had there has been

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ronda Morrison

Great experience with friendly staff

Trell H

First time visiting with friends and I really liked large menu. The food was ok. I have bbq chicken nachos which were good and then followed up with fish tacos and was not very impressed. Our service was great and the atmosphere was very nice. Seems like a nice place to go on a warm day. I will try this place again.Parking: Park was difficult maybe because it was a Sunday around lunch time

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos

Holly Jo

I want to give this place a higher rating but I have tried it 3 different times now and i just can’t get there. I will start off by saying I don’t drink alcohol at all anymore, but when I used to that it was a lot better of a place to me. This review is based solely off of food and service. The same lady has waited on us every time. She does an ok job but always seems to be in the weeds. She gets everything you need but always running around, flustered or takes a lil while to get things. The first time we visited we got their version of the bang bang shrimp and Greek pizza and I loved both of those. Since then I haven’t had anything that I liked. This past visit I had the seafood sampler and it was super greasy, way over breaded shrimp, crab cake was ok but made of all backfin meat and filler (no lump) so if you care about that then choose something else. Also had a mushroom sticking out of the back of the crab cake. I think maybe it was cooked on the same flattop as sautéed mushrooms. Flounder was a really nice size but had a strange taste. Husband had a huge burger that was on sourdough bread and it was also super oily. Like I said, I really want to like this place. The atmosphere is nice, good for mixed drinks or bar, the owners are very nice and often there. I think if I go back I will stick to their pizzas. ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Charlie DeSio

Extremely positive dining experience. Meals were delicious and service above expectations.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crab Cake Dinner, Stuffed Chicken, Great Beer Selection

Bill Ellis

They have a great beer selection, and the fish and chips were awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips

chadra

I got the Cali Burger with fries and it was so yummy! They have such good ranch too! Would definitely recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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