The Atlantic VB

"I don’t like giving 2 stars but if there’s anything good to come out of this, am hoping it will be better experience for someone else down the road! This week is restaurant week so my friend and I looked up what restaurant had at least 4.5 stars for us to try!? I ordered oyster Rockefeller - serving size was good, 5 oysters, average sized but not plump. Had cheese topping but wish there’s a good balance of butter as well. The short rib risotto was disappointing. The short ribs were cooked with the risotto, presentation was not appetizing (see photo), where it was greyish in color. Wish the risotto was cooked separately from the short ribs so the taste of short ribs would be more intense in its sauce if any, and not as bland as it was. The consistency would be less like a porridge if done that way. For desserts, got churros with dipping sauce that was very watery. The churros was undercooked on the inside. Service was okay, twice had my glass of water not refilled."

"What an excellent place to brings friends and relax while enjoying the great service, atmosphere and food! The place was packed at 5 on a Thursday but we were put on the call list and got in within 30 minutes. There's a wonderful variety of small plates that are delicious and reasonably priced. The servers were friendly and attentive. Couldn't have been more pleased with every aspect of our experience here!"

"There’s good reason for this place to be as highly reviewed as it is. The food was phenomenal, with every dish we ordered coming out in a timely manner. My favorites were the calamari, crab dip, lobster pasta and very surprisingly, their burger! It seems like the type of restaurant where you can’t go wrong with any food you order. Brad was our server and he was great. Highly recommend coming to this gem of a restaurant"

"I have been to this place a few times and always seemed to enjoy it more and more. Didn’t realize that had become a favorite lol. The service is always amazing. Valet parking during the summer tourist season is a necessity and very underrated! The food is very delicious and you will leave very satisfied. I have tried and enjoyed most of the seafood dishes. I plan to try everything on the menu once. I love the atmosphere and decor. This place vibrates with all things VA Beach."

"Best food experience I've had in awhile! Food quality is impeccable, happy hour pricing and variety gets you a taste of everything! We've always had great service, and sitting at the oyster bar is fun. We make the 2-hour drive from Richmond just to come here."