31 Best Bars in Virginia Beach

“We wanted to give a shout out to Chris! He was great. He is so personable and kind. We truly loved talking to him. Overall review of bar was outstanding we loved the drinks and French onion soup.“

“Absolutely excellent food! Wonderful wait staff. Atmosphere is great and great tunes!“

“Session was my first stop when I got off the plane in Norfolk and it did not disappoint. My food was delicious with very generous portions. It is often difficult finding a restaurant with a variety of vegetarian options but they are plentiful here! The atmosphere was upbeat and fun, yet casual. I loved everything about this restaurant, including the owner, Kevin! I highly recommend this restaurant & will definitely return on future trips to VB. Thanks Zebbie for the recommendation ♥️“

“Natalie is our favorite waitress. She’s amazing and highly attentive. Highly recommend anything on the menu !“

“Delicious food, friendly atmosphere, great scene! Great variety of menu options and beer!“

“In town and searched for a dive type bar that I could shoot pool and have a draft beer. Staff were friendly and helpful. Patrons seemed local but nice. Pool table was decent, but in WAY too small of a room. Shooting from the long sides of the table was impossible if the cue ball was close to the rail. Overall, a nice dive spot with an outside patio area. Felt welcomed and safe. No drama.“

“I had the pleasure to hang out here for a few hours. Good food. Good people. Great establishment. I’ll be back“

“What a gem!! We chose Jimmy G's for our wedding reception. We had a small wedding so we reserved the private room. I cannot say enough about how beautiful the private room was with the big screen TV and warm, welcoming setting. Our waitress even set up a cake table for us. This was a perfect choice!! Now the food, INCREDIBLE!! My God, everything our party ordered was delicious!! We sat for the longest just talking about how good our food was. Our waitress, please forgive me. I don't remember her name but she was so sweet and amazing. During dinner the owner came to meet us and congratulated us as well as guests, staff and the manager were so kind. We were even offered a bottled of Moet by a couple at the bar. We don't drink so we politely declined but the offer alone was a perfect representation of the culture and love that permeates this establishment. We cut our cake and made sure to leave some for the staff. I really hope they enjoyed it as much as we did. Our Jimmy G's experience was the perfect end to the most beautiful and special day of our life. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our night so special for our family and we will definitely be back for Jazz night!! Sincerely Mr. and Mrs. Greene“

“Shuffleboard heaven😍 staff was great and an awesome value!“

“Carolyn was an amazing bartender! We went in with a Coors light lover and other beer drinkers. Carolyn was so helpful in select a beer to everyone’s liking. She was upbeat, personal and helpful. Every time I'm in VA beach. It's always been a great experience, but Carolyn made this one even better!“

“Great food, drinks, service, and atmosphere! Highly recommend!“

“Went there for my birthday and the stuff was amazing. Definitely knows how to make a girl feel special.“

“We had the BEST lunch at Beach Pub on Saturday Nov. 9 while spending the weekend in Va Beach. We all ordered appetizers and had a variety of tasty food. The service was friendly and fast. We will definitely stop there again!“

“Great live music! Amazing venue with outside area“

“Being new to Virginia Beach is quite an eye opening experience! The bartender here asked me questions that made me feel more comfortable then ever. Almost like home. Everyone there was having a great time. I can't wait to go back. Unlike that crazy Shirley lady, yikes ! Stay away from there. No Love. 3QM2B5“

“Great staff and comfy atmosphere! Hooked on the bbq Sriracha wings!“

“The best Latin nightclub 757. I love it.“

“Ken was a wonderful server-fast, friendly and knowledgeable. We were lucky enough to have him as our waiter twice, as we went back to the establishment for lunch the next day and were thrilled when we were seated at his table because we knew he would make our dining experience a stress-free enjoyable one, and he did!“

“A great time, decent food for the price. Only exception to my night out was the crazy patron doing duster in the bathroom. Between karaoke sets she was hassling other patrons about someone named "joshie". She eventually started beefing with security. Would def come out again.“

“Taylor is the most efficient and sweetest bartender. the food is great, the view is unbeatable“

“The Back Deck is very laid back and feels like home. They also have the hottest cook and the coldest beer in town!!! I highly recommend it... 5 stars for surell“

“Great staff! Super friendly and welcoming. Came for the Bingo night, would recommend!“

“My server Andrew was professional, friendly, helpful, and attentive. The chef salad was just as one would hope. But best of all, for me anyway, was the volume (low enough to enjoy conversation) and genre (classical!) of music. Such a very nice change of pace from country (ugh) or loud sportz on a TV.“

“Visited this place while on vacation, 3 nights out of the 6 we were there. Owner, her son , and the other workers definitely go out of there way to help and treat you like family . Lot of great singers to watch , and plenty of chances to join in and sing . Friendly , funny , caring workers !!!“

“Nice, friendly, dive-y bar. 7 ft. Pool tables and three electronic dart boards.

Hogs, not Ravens, as a football bar.

Inexpensive well drinks.

Really good wings, surprisingly good.

Friendly crowd. Karaoke once a week by All Ocassions Entertainment.“

“Miss Britney was wonderful and she made my first experience a 10/10, she was great at multi tasking and being personable which made me feel comfortable and enjoyed the games and activities they had to play with great food and very friendly environment.“

“Verdict on Virginia Beach…compared to my usual favorites? Let’s break it down. (Full disclosure: I’m NOT a travel blogger, and this is kind of my first time venturing into writing extensively about vacation experiences. So bear with my grammar, spelling, and rambling thoughts!) Over the years, I’ve fallen hard for places like Grand Cayman, Miami Beach, and Palm Beach. So when I decided to give Virginia Beach another shot (after some abysmal childhood memories), specifically the Historic Cavalier Hotel, I came in with some pretty high standards. Here’s what I found: ✅ The Boardwalk Yes, Virginia Beach has one. And sure, it’s not 13 miles long like Miami’s, and there’s not a single mosaic dolphin in sight. It’s basically a long, sun-drenched stretch of concrete - no art or fun things to look at (other than a couple of small monuments). That said, there are more places to sit and watch the ocean roll in, which I appreciated. Just don’t expect palm trees or artistic flair. Miami still wins the creativity award, hands down. But both boardwalks are packed with runners, rollerbladers, and eye-candy fitness enthusiasts. Miami? Still undefeated when it comes to beautiful people in motion. WOWZER. 🤣🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵 ✅ The Beach Club Vibe Spending time at the Cavalier Beach Club (the hotel’s take on a “country club meets the beach” vibe) gave me slight Breakers-in-Palm-Beach energy. Emphasis on slight. There’s one pool (not four), no adults-only section, and zero chance someone’s handing you a $35 hotdog like they do at The Breakers (which, weirdly, is a real thing). But here’s the kicker: cocktails are $13–15 and food hovers around $20. In beachfront resort terms, that’s practically a miracle. ✅ The Hotel Honestly? I was shocked by how nice the rooms are at The Cavalier. No, they’re not Breakers or Ritz-Cayman-level luxurious, but I’d give them a solid 7.5 or 8 out of 10. Thoughtful design, cozy beds, and they even include all the ingredients to make an Old-Fashioned in your room (complete with a whole orange 🍊 and a knife to peel it!). It fits. Tarnished Truth Distillery is downstairs. Did I take a tour? No. Did I drink the bourbon? What do you think? 🥃 The historic property itself is absolutely beautiful and just as well maintained as any resort I’ve stayed at. ✅ Dining Scene I didn’t explore the local spots much, but the Cavalier and the Marriott Beachfront both seem to offer creative cocktails and solid menus. They’re on my list for next time. That said, let’s be honest. There’s no world where Virginia Beach competes with the Michelin-starred chefs or James Beard-award kitchens in Miami, Palm Beach, or Grand Cayman. So how does it all stack up? 🏝️ Grand Cayman still has my heart. The vibe, the people, the water, the luxury. It’s in a league of its own. (Only the Maldives come close, but that’s a whole other conversation.) And unlike the others, Cayman is a year-round destination. I can hop on a three-hour flight anytime and count on perfect weather. That’s hard to beat. 🌴 Miami Beach still wins for style, variety, and a walkable boardwalk with flair. But even Miami has its limits. I’ve been there in January and February, and it’s been too chilly to enjoy the beach. Beautiful? Yes. Pool weather? Not always. 💎 Palm Beach? Not even comparable. Palm Beach is a lifestyle. A category. A mood. If someone told me I could only eat at the Seafood Bar at The Breakers for the rest of my life and nowhere else, I’d happily accept that fate. But like Miami (and slightly worse, since it’s 70 miles further north), Palm Beach can be cold in January and February. It’s not a slam dunk winter destination either. Final Take Would I come back to The Cavalier? Absolutely. I’ve already booked six nights in September. It’s hands down the best beachfront resort within a 3 to 4 hour drive of Northern Virginia, and it’s perfect for a spontaneous escape. But make no mistake, this is a seasonal spot. From May through September, it’s great. Outside that window, it’s either too cold to enjoy or the beach club isn’t even open. (Which is honestly one of the m“

“We were first time visitors to Park Lane Tavern. Service was truly amazing as the waitress was very informative . I ordered the London Broil with bordlaise sauce. The food was phenomenal. The steak was very tender and juicy. Do not pass on the bread pudding.“

“Wow! What a hidden gem. We have lived here over 43 years and this by far, the best seafood restaurant we have been to. We were given a gift certificate as a gift and had never even heard of your amazing restaurant. You get 10/10 forks and that is only the second time I have given that high of a rating. We will be back soon, even though its a 40 minute drive to get there! Thank you for everything you offer. Perfection plus.“

“The food is amazing, always fresh, and hot. Great drinks, especially their Margaritas. Staff is very friendly, and helpful. My favorite place to go..“

“awesome good, the best server on the oceanfront.. as new locals we will be regulars..“