You can’t visit Chesapeake without indulging in crabs, oysters or other ocean delights. Mariners have been scouring the Bay Area for centuries to bring you the best seafood fare in Virginia. Before you start scarfing down your shrimp, take a look at this list of popular seafood restaurants in the Chesapeake area.
Wicker’s Crab Pot Seafood
4201 Indian River Road
Chesapeake
The Wicker’s Crab Pot Seafood is owned by Ray Wicker Jr. and run by him and his family. Ray is a fourth generation waterman who has been fishing the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries for more than three decades. His seafood heritage goes back over 70 years to his great grandfather who crabbed soft shells in the 1940s. Sit on the Steam Pot Patio and enjoy crabs, shrimp, tuna, calamari, chicken and more. Open for lunch and dinner.
Pirate’s Cove Restaurant
109 J/K Gainsborough Square
Chesapeake
Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere at the Pirate’s Cove Restaurant, winner of the 2014 “Best Crab Cake” and “Best Seafood” awards from The Pilot’s Best of 2014 Gold Chesapeake. Sit outside on the patio when it’s nice out or have a cocktail at their cozy bar. Wednesday is Flounder night, which is now being served with a side of pirogues. Enjoy appetizers, fresh catches, steaks, light fare and desserts, and a children’s menu. There is something for everyone at the Pirate’s Cove.
Chop’s Seafood and Steak
336 Laskin Rd
Virginia Beach, VA
Not too far from Chesapeake is Chop’s Seafood and Steak Restaurant. Chop’s is known for the best wet and dry aged steaks around. You can also find the freshest seafood prepared with the finest ingredients such as shaved fennel, asparagus, smoked Gouda cheese and risotto. The atmosphere is upscale, making it the perfect place for a date night. Chop’s offers Happy Hour food specials daily from 4pm-7pm, and has live music on their patio every Wednesday and Saturday night. A private dining room is available and on Sunday Chop’s serves brunch.
These are just a few of the many places in the Chesapeake area that you can get a fresh and delicious seafood meal!
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