Restaurants in Newport News
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Best Restaurants
“My husband and I join another couple from time to time to try new restaurants, as we all consider ourselves "foodies". They had gone to Circa recently, and were excited for us to try it as well. I had heard of Circa because I'd been given a gift card a couple years ago, but I lost it, and only had the envelope and gift card receipt. From the time we walked in to the time we walked out, my husband and I received nothing but the best service. Our waiter, Regina, was exceptional - professional, personable and attentive. She sold my husband on Friday night's entire special. I had the mushroom and leek soup, brisket wontons and bison meatloaf. I'm not ashamed to say I did not come up for air. I ate it all! The pairings, textures, layers of flavor and portion sizes were everything. And to top it all off, I told Regina about my gift card mishap, and the manager honored the card! I was blown away by this dining experience; it was awesome.”
“Kellie is the friendliest bartender ever ... That smile brightens up anyone's day”
“My fiancé and I got the Thai shrimp and the pig and fig flatbread pizza, and both were absolutely amazing! One of the best meals out we’ve had in a long time”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We came tonight and the service was good and the food was good. The Bang Bang Shrimp was delicious. Me and hubby were celebrating our anniversary earlier. We back to visit in the future.”
“First time eating here. Service was great and loved the food! Very accommodating.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My husband and I join another couple from time to time to try new restaurants, as we all consider ourselves "foodies". They had gone to Circa recently, and were excited for us to try it as well. I had heard of Circa because I'd been given a gift card a couple years ago, but I lost it, and only had the envelope and gift card receipt. From the time we walked in to the time we walked out, my husband and I received nothing but the best service. Our waiter, Regina, was exceptional - professional, personable and attentive. She sold my husband on Friday night's entire special. I had the mushroom and leek soup, brisket wontons and bison meatloaf. I'm not ashamed to say I did not come up for air. I ate it all! The pairings, textures, layers of flavor and portion sizes were everything. And to top it all off, I told Regina about my gift card mishap, and the manager honored the card! I was blown away by this dining experience; it was awesome.”
“10/10 recommend Dough Haus!! We live 3 mins away, My kids now wake up every morning asking if we are going to get blueberry donuts😅 my husband and I have been wanting to try the breakfast pizza and this morning our schedules finally worked out to where we could order the pizza and eat it for breakfast…. All I can say is OMG!!! Best freaking pizza I have ever ate in my 24 years of life🤤🔥 this will now be my go to for a good breakfast option🫶🏼 Thank you Dough Haus for always having an amazing selection and to die for pizza😊”
“I love the food here, so I decided to go for my birthday. The service was horrible. Our waiter brought out cups and silverware but no water. Then he seemed to have a bit of an attitude when we asked another waiter for our water. He had no people skills whatsoever.
After we ordered, we were forgotten about. No one came back to our table until we were done and that was after my husband waved someone down. They should at least ask if we're doing okay.
I've never had an issue with the service in the past, but this was also my first time going in the evening.
Not everyone is meant to work in the service industry and some of the wait staff at choice should seek employment elsewhere. None of them showed any evidence of good customer service.”
“An outstanding local bottle shop offering an impressive selection of craft brews and wines. The pizza, however, truly stole the show we had the Sharpie Tattoo, and not a single slice was left! The atmosphere is vibrant and refreshing, a great addition to the area. The customer service was exceptional. Britt is running a top-notch establishment, and it was a pleasure to finally meet her in person! We will be back soon 😊”
“My wife loves Thai food so I stopped in to ask if a reservation was needed for Valentines Day ‘25 and I’m so glad that I did. When we arrived I was greeted by name and our table was ready. The menu offered a wide variety and the food was amazing, the servings were large and the atmosphere was very comfortable. After dinner, Anya stopped by the table to ensure that we enjoyed our meal. We enjoyed ourselves so much that the next morning I began researching how to recommend this restaurant to Triple D! Thank you William & Anya, the husband and wife who own and operate the establishment, for an actually 5 star dining experience.”
“Amazing experience as always! Server was a younger dude who did an incredible job, definitely an asset to Tanpopo. Drinks were good, appetizers were so satisfying, entrees were perfect, dessert was delicious. Everything came out so quickly and the price was right! Perfect night out ❤️”
“The food was absolutely delicious. The server that we had was outstanding and it was very clean as well as cozy inside.”
“I have been coming to this restaurant for 30+ years and it is always a treat! Mr. & Mrs. Han do a wonderful job. The food is always very fresh, the portions are plentiful, and the presentation is delightful. Shoku is such a joy to have as a waitress. Honestly, I cannot say enough good things about Sushi Yama. Try it for yourself. You will be glad you did.”
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“This place is such a hidden gem. It's not a fancy sit down and stare at the eclectic walls, but more of a soul powered kitchen. The plantains were perfectly cooked, ropa vieja out of this WORLD. The papa relleno stuffed with picadillo, and the spicy onion salad were delicious as well. We really couldn't choose a favorite. Worth every single penny spent, definitely check these guys out!”
“I never shy away from a place because of its location. I found that the hole in the wall places are among the absolute best. Nawab Indian Cuisine is a definite hit.
I highly recommend eating in so you may have an opportunity to experience the service but also cap your meal with the milk chai cardomon. Tea.
First, the staff is very attentive and friendly without feeling overbearing. They watch very closely from a distance.
My meal lamb Rogan was among some of the best I’ve had in the states.
With a Punjabi hand in the kitchen, don’t be afraid to take your Spice level up a level or two. Especially if you’re going with the goat. The full richness of flavor you’ll receive might be worth it.
The basmati used is excellently prepared I’m excited to try a biryani the next time I’m in town.
The rice and the bread were as good or better than fancier restaurants in fancier areas of town.
With that said, don’t let the area or the locals throw you off the parking lot has adequate security for the mall and once inside, you’ll find a clean modern inviting experience that is good for business dinners, family, or even a romantic experience. With the attention from the staff, whatever your goal you’ll achieve it.”
“The cocktails here are incredible. They're not too expensive and have a variety of fun options with interesting presentation. The charcuterie board had some delicious cheeses. The seafood pasta was creamy and the seafood was cooked perfectly, I wouldve liked a bit more flavor..The flour less chocolate cake was fine.
A heads up for special events: we asked if the kitchen could do something for a graduation but nothing was offered (I don't think they regularly do that sort of thing). All in all, terrific service and good food.”
“I went to an oyster bar in Florida today & nobody fw you Larry!!!! I miss you! I miss the crab dip! I miss the shrimp! I miss you bad”
“Great place to go when you want an elevated experience. The brunch was well worth it and the food was delicious ‼️”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I’m from up north and had only been to a Waffle House while driving down to FL (typical NJ family tradition lol). Now that I live so close to one, I love being able to truly enjoy the atmosphere. The waitresses are always a delight and will keep you smiling. I stop by every so often during walks with my son. He has slept in here and also been in the restaurant smiling the whole time too. I love it.
Recently I got a burger with waffles on the side and when I came home, I used the waffles as a bun for the burger and omg… totally worth it. I’ll have to get a picture next time!”
“Always a great place to stop with the kids and grab some of our favorites... waffles , bacon , eggs , toast , chocolate milk... cheeseburger with bacon and fries and don't forget steak and eggs ya gotta do it
Kid-friendliness: Super cool with the youngins
Wheelchair accessibility: They had ramps and counter seating available”
“A few nights ago, I had a craving for some ice cream. This place is supposedly open 24 hours. So my son and I head to this Sonic and it is open close to midnight. We ordered our food . My son got a Coney hotdog meal and I wanted a king kong ice cream but they only had mediums. The service was acceptible, food wise there are no complaints.”
“Of the 3 McDonalds locations that I go to (Tabb, Jefferson and Oyster Point, and this location), this one is the best. They have the best customer service and the play place is a huge plus. We bring the kids to run around before and after they eat. What specifically stood out to me this particular visit was Jasmine and Keisha. They were super sweet, very personable, and no matter how many times I had to go back to the counter, they greeted me with a smile each time.. I asked them for their names and made sure to let them know they were awesome, but wanted to make sure my review reflected it as well!”
“2 Sundays in a row I’ve gone to through the drive thru after work around 2:30ish am and the 2 gentlemen there are great!!! Good customer service and wow top tier McDonald’s food. Best McDonalds burger I think I’ve had in the longest time. Slightly crisped around the edges and everything!!! Fresh hot crispy fries!!!”
“I never shy away from a place because of its location. I found that the hole in the wall places are among the absolute best. Nawab Indian Cuisine is a definite hit.
I highly recommend eating in so you may have an opportunity to experience the service but also cap your meal with the milk chai cardomon. Tea.
First, the staff is very attentive and friendly without feeling overbearing. They watch very closely from a distance.
My meal lamb Rogan was among some of the best I’ve had in the states.
With a Punjabi hand in the kitchen, don’t be afraid to take your Spice level up a level or two. Especially if you’re going with the goat. The full richness of flavor you’ll receive might be worth it.
The basmati used is excellently prepared I’m excited to try a biryani the next time I’m in town.
The rice and the bread were as good or better than fancier restaurants in fancier areas of town.
With that said, don’t let the area or the locals throw you off the parking lot has adequate security for the mall and once inside, you’ll find a clean modern inviting experience that is good for business dinners, family, or even a romantic experience. With the attention from the staff, whatever your goal you’ll achieve it.”
“We took our grandkids to the easter-egg hunt here this last spring. The hunt did not go well. Too many kids...not enough eggs! But, what the company lacks in egg-hunts, it more than makes up for in beer! I tried several of their different varieties and they were all excellent! I especially enjoyed their hefeweizen! Other than the large crowds...excellent atmosphere and great service!”
Takeout Restaurants
“The meal was delicious and served at the appropriate temperature. The ambiance of the establishment was inviting, and the staff was courteous and attentive. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, particularly the cinnamon swirl pancakes, which were exceptionally delectable. The white cheddar grits were also quite good, and I appreciated the option to create a custom omelet. My husband ordered the French toast and an omelet, both of which he enjoyed. Unfortunately, we did not have the opportunity to sample the mimosas, but based on their appearance, I believe they would have been refreshing.”
“I have been coming to this restaurant for 30+ years and it is always a treat! Mr. & Mrs. Han do a wonderful job. The food is always very fresh, the portions are plentiful, and the presentation is delightful. Shoku is such a joy to have as a waitress. Honestly, I cannot say enough good things about Sushi Yama. Try it for yourself. You will be glad you did.”
“Prices are good at about $10 per person and with good size portions. Food is cooked to order, no reheated food here.
The atmosphere is very basic cafeteria style - you come here for the food, not the atmosphere.
The fries are the best seasoned fries I've ever had. Not too salty, not too plain. That's a lot of details on fries, but when you finally find good fries, it's worth mentioning :-)
We had the Gyro (lamb) & Italian sub. The food was absolutely delicious and I would definitely recommend coming here - even if you just want your food to go.”
“1700 in Newport News is an absolute gem. Stopped in for a flight and left borderline obsessed. Every pour was a winner, the vibe was on point, and the owners? So lovely we almost asked to be adopted— still open to it. This place has heart, style, and seriously good beer. We’ll be back — probably too often.”
“I am so glad I stopped by here for lunch! Besides the attentive service and chill anime vibes, the food was delicious! I had one of their donburi dishes. And let me tell you, it melted in my mouth and had so much flavore that the rice was a good equalizer. I also had the chicken broth buns. Those melted in my mouth. Fluffy bread with crispy chicken and lettuce with honey mustard. So simple and satisfying. I am definitely coming here again! And next time, I'm trying their ramen.”
“Chicken and Waffles are really good! We love ❤️ this dish! Car was our server and she was phenomenal! Highly recommended!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“5+ stars, We highly recommend this place for GREAT FOOD!! and a great staff also! we are somewhat regulars here, and about a month+ ago we left our 5 year old daughters phone (for games & movies) there, they kept it and held it untill we returned, we had no idea we lost it there, untill we called to place an order, Thanks Grace!!”
“The cocktails here are incredible. They're not too expensive and have a variety of fun options with interesting presentation. The charcuterie board had some delicious cheeses. The seafood pasta was creamy and the seafood was cooked perfectly, I wouldve liked a bit more flavor..The flour less chocolate cake was fine.
A heads up for special events: we asked if the kitchen could do something for a graduation but nothing was offered (I don't think they regularly do that sort of thing). All in all, terrific service and good food.”
“Food was EXCELLENT; entertainment value of its preparation was superb.”
Cheap Eats
“Another great time spent here! I had the San Jose Burrito! Soooo good! I like the kick of spice added. I also had a margarita (lime). Happy hour special. Wonderful. The place is always clean, plenty of parking (except for Cinco de Mayo) and always a popping environment! We also had the steak fajitas, forgot to picture it ?, it was good as well???. It has changed managers, but it’s still a fantastic place for a good time. Food comes out hot, fresh, and fast. We’ll be back soon!”
“Had lunch here for the first time today. Met a group of old friends. The wait staff was very attentive and accommodating to all of us. Everyone in our group really enjoyed their selections and most of us had enough that we had to take some home. One even ordered more food to go. We will definitely go back. Thankyou for a great experience. 💕”
“My experience here was phenomenal. The food was also phenomenal and can’t be beat. Marie was the best server. I am more than likely going to come back to this establishment soon.”
“Delicious, authentic meal! Had this and the hot appetizer sampler platter. The seasonings were absolutely touching to the taste buds. All three meats on the kabob platter were marinated and tender. Highly recommend this little treasure in Newport News. The man (I’m assuming the owner) who served us was so nice and informative about the food of his culture. Thank you so much! Also that green sauce in this picture was absolutely my favorite!!!”
“This place is nothing short of amazing. Everything we had including the experience was great.”
“We had such a great experience celebrating a friend's birthday. The table size appetizers are perfect for sharing with a group and the beer list is extensive. They also have happy hour on beers and cocktails. We will definitely be back.”
“Wonderful options for food, definitely sets them apart from other sports bars in the area. Mac & cheese is baked and cheesy, chicken is seasoned from the gods, wings are crispy and saucy, drinks are good as hell. 😫”
“Perfect venue for gathering, birthday parties for 20! The service was excellent, the food was delicious. You won’t be disappointed. I highly recommend. Our server was comical and sweet. Thank you.”
“The food was magnificent. The service was great. The atmosphere was really good. I would definitely recommend this place again. Roberta the server was excellent.”
“I'm A long-time Health Trail customer. Started going for essential old as a teen, then vitamins as an adult. They have new ownership nod and I really like the changes they're making. I love the classes they offer and their smoothies, I definitely recommend seeing their changes!”
“A good option for Jefferson Lab employees and visitors to get quick, affordable, and healthy food options. Menu is also quite diverse and offers many international ”
“the food was simply amazing 👏 the ladies working were super sweet!!. they did their thing today out in williamsburg!”
“Wow am I so excited for this new burger spot! It’s super fast, affordable, and convenient. And, as an added bonus, you can watch them prep your food! Def don’t sleep on wayback”
“I have used Mrs. Tawanda for all of my occasions for the past 10 years. I have never been let down. She always supersedes my exceptions and for this I will continue to use her business and recommend her anytime anyone needs a cake. Thank you again for making my day a success.”
“The place could use some spick and span. The customer service could use a little more work. The customer service was not bad and it's not good. You will see what I'm talking about once you visit. Anyway, I ordered the vegetables with garlic sauce and it was delicious with soy sauce. The vegetable egg roll was good(I usually do not like eggrolls). One thing I like about the guy who prepared my food was that he put a napkin at the bottom of the eggroll bag so the eggroll would not be so greasy. I also ordered the general tos. This general tos is different from what I'm used to because this one is very sweet. I've never known the general tos to be sweet and this is overly sweet. He over did it. I'm not a fan of foods that are too sweet. His general tso tastes more like honey chicken. It tasted like he put the whole bag of sugar in there. So What I did was add soy sauce and it made it a little better from the little bit of soy sauce I had. Don't get me wrong, the general tso wasn't bad it's just that I don't like food that's way too sweet. I know younger people would like it because they like sweet foods like that. I would definitely return to this place and recommend it. I just would not return for the general tso.”
“Exceptional food and staff. Hands down, my favorite restaurant in Virginia. The food tastes great and well proportioned for those who love to eat. Very accommodating for families with kids.”
“My waiter was fast friendly and attentive the food was amazing and I’ll definitely be returning”
“ordered a 32 piece and were not disappointed! got Nashville hot and santa fe. Nashville wasn't very hot but still tasty. wings were great size and cooked perfectly. so juicy. fries also good. just needed a tad more seasoning. 8 out of 10 will order again!”
“I love this place nice people ❤️ I used to live in Virginia and I used to go all the and get fish dinner and crabs now I live in Boston Massachusetts and I go when ever I am back down one time I was going to Florida and they cooked me a bushel of crabs and the lady fix them so they wouldn't go bad on the trip down”
“Excellent service, delicious food, and an atmosphere of romance. What more could you want?”
“Always super packed. Steaks are really good. Sometimes overcooked but if you want medium just say medium rare and they are perfect. Staff is always super friendly even when they are swamped.”
“Went to dinner for my nephews birthday last night and it was fantastic. Food was delicious! Our chef, Alex, was hysterical. My daughter said he had two jobs, chef AND comedian. Our server Katrina was always right there when we needed her. KUDOS!!!”
“Ordered through Uber Eats. Burgers did not come with the xtc sauce nor the sides of extra xtc sauce I paid for. The classic cheeseburgers tasted similar to wendy's.”
“Fabulous!!!! New favorite sushi place with fantastic prices!!! Staff is super nice. Must try! And several vegetarian/vegan options.”
Latest Reviews
“We have no complaints, only praise. This last visit was our anniversary and we were not disappointed. Food hot and brought in a timely manner. Manager Jay and server Jordan went above and beyond customer service ensuring our continued patronage. They both were delightful and professional. We look forward to our next visit.”
“THIS RESTAURANT 'S FOOD TO CALL IT DELICIOUS WOULD BE AN UNDERSTATEMENT...THE CHAUFA IS MY NEW ADICTION AND i'M DETERMINED TO TRY EVERYTHING :)”
Most Popular Restaurants
“I love the food here, so I decided to go for my birthday. The service was horrible. Our waiter brought out cups and silverware but no water. Then he seemed to have a bit of an attitude when we asked another waiter for our water. He had no people skills whatsoever.
After we ordered, we were forgotten about. No one came back to our table until we were done and that was after my husband waved someone down. They should at least ask if we're doing okay.
I've never had an issue with the service in the past, but this was also my first time going in the evening.
Not everyone is meant to work in the service industry and some of the wait staff at choice should seek employment elsewhere. None of them showed any evidence of good customer service.”
“We enjoyed the food, seems like the place has mostly new people working now, so be patient. The food is worth the wait, the prices are great. But yeah, make sure you waiter/tress is writing things down and paying attention to you while to place your order. If you do that, you shouldn’t have any issues. Everyone is always friendly .”
“10/10 recommend Dough Haus!! We live 3 mins away, My kids now wake up every morning asking if we are going to get blueberry donuts😅 my husband and I have been wanting to try the breakfast pizza and this morning our schedules finally worked out to where we could order the pizza and eat it for breakfast…. All I can say is OMG!!! Best freaking pizza I have ever ate in my 24 years of life🤤🔥 this will now be my go to for a good breakfast option🫶🏼 Thank you Dough Haus for always having an amazing selection and to die for pizza😊”
“I am so glad I stopped by here for lunch! Besides the attentive service and chill anime vibes, the food was delicious! I had one of their donburi dishes. And let me tell you, it melted in my mouth and had so much flavore that the rice was a good equalizer. I also had the chicken broth buns. Those melted in my mouth. Fluffy bread with crispy chicken and lettuce with honey mustard. So simple and satisfying. I am definitely coming here again! And next time, I'm trying their ramen.”
“Good Afternoon,
I drove here from Virginia Beach to do an errand and stopped to get a bite to eat. I ordered my food via the Popeye’s app, completed my errand, and went in to get my food. When I first walked in, I was very impressed about how clean the restaurant was and the peaceful atmosphere on a Friday afternoon. I went to the counter to get my food and I was greeted the same way as if I was ordering in person. The young lady at the counter greeted me, gave me my food, gave me my cup and showed me where the drink fountain was. Because of the clean restaurant and pleasant reception, I stayed and ate my food. My food was hot, fresh, and the biscuits were soft and delightful. Everything was so good, I ordered a little more to go. Thank you so much for your professionalism, cleanliness, and peaceful establishment. The picture shows the time I ordered my food via the app. Have an awesome day. Keep up the great work.”
“This place is outstanding! Please check out you will not be disappointed”