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CONTENTS
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Area Overview
47 Hampton
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History of the Coastal Virginia Area
52 Newport News
10 Living Here
57 Things to See & Do
13 Military Salute
60 Arts & Culture
16 LIfe the Life in Virginia Beach
68 Accomodations
20 Spas & Leisure Travel
72 Smithfield & Isle of Wight
26 Virginia Beach Town Center (Shop, Dine, Play)
75 Surrounding Area
29 Dining
76 Menu Guides
42 Shopping
82 Index of Advertisers
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Spa and Healthy Living Virginia Beach Ambiance Salon & Day Spa 369 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach 757-497-5511
A.R.E. Health Center & Spa 215 67th St., Virginia Beach 757-437-7202 www.edgarcayce.org/spa Clients love the half-day or express spa packages, the signature Cayce/Reilly massage, facials, colon hydrotherapy, acupressure, hypnotherapy, cedar cabinet steams, and other choices in this restful Virginia Beach Oceanfront historic landmark. Anticipate responsible, caring, professional body/mind/spirit care. Enhance your spa experience with the stone labyrinth, meditation garden, and reflexology walk! (pg. 20)
Beach Spa Arctic Ave. & 25th St., Virginia Beach 757-422-2621
Beach Spa Bed and Breakfast 2420 Arctic Avenue, Virginia Beach 757-422-2621 www.beachspabnb.com
Coucoon Signature Salon & Spa 1556 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach 757-965-4661 www.coucoon.com
Esteem Fitness 535 N. Birdneck Rd., Virginia Beach 757-437-7070 www.esteem-fitness.com We are a ladies only fitness center. No membership required with tons of classes available.
Spa Phoenix 1817 Republic Road, Virginia Beach 757-491-7142 www.spaphoenix.com
Sumatra Salon & Spa 232 Central Park Ave., Virginia Beach 757-456-9900 www.sumtrasalon.com
Wareing’s Gym 700 19th Street, Virginia Beach
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757-491-0700 www.wareingsgym.com
Chesapeake Look Salon & Day Spa 1433 Sams Drive, Chesapeake 757-548-6550
Natural Elements Spa 717 Eden Way North, Chesapeake 757-436-1141 www.natural-elementsspa.com
Mystique Day Spa 141 Hillcrest Pkwy #112, Chesapeake 757-421-2196 www.mystiquedayspa.com
Southern Serenity Day Spa 102 American Legion Rd., Chesapeake 757-483-4833
Norfolk Changes Hairstyling & City Spa Jakes Place Barbering Lounge & Spa 222 & 710 W. 21st Street, Norfolk 757-625-5300
Elite European Day Spa 350 West 22nd Street, Norfolk 757-622-8002 www.eliteeuropeanddayspa.com
Mind, Body & Spirit on Colley 1902 Colley Avenue, Norfolk 757-627-2639 www.spaoncolley.com
Portsmouth Eden Salon and Spa 3108 Tyre Neck Raod, Portsmouth 757-686-3388 www.myedensalon.com
Faveur Natural Spa Essential 624 High St., Portsmouth 757-393-6500
Totally Pampered Day Spa 604 ½ High Street, Suite 500, Portsmouth 757-399-1578 www.totallypampereddayspa.net
Newport News Animare Salon & Spa 704 Mariners Row, Ste. 104, Newport News 757-223-1239
Lorraine’s Spa Salon 10856 Warwick Blvd. #B, Newport News 757-596-1886 www.lorrainesspassalon.com
Visionz Salon and Spa 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd. #102 Newport News 757-327-0403 www.visionsalonandspa.com
Hampton Salters Creek Retreat & Day Spa 18 S King Street, Hampton 757-723-1934 www.salterscreek.com
Spa Botanica 1700 Coliseum Dr., Hampton 757.213.8510 www.Spabotanicahampton.com
Accomodations & Travel Listings Charlottesville Cavalier Inn at the University of Virginia 105 N. Emmet Strett, Charlottesville 434-296-8111 www.cavalierinn.com Centrally located near historic attractions, The Cavalier Inn provides comfortable accommodations and easy access to the University of Virginia - Thomas Jefferson’s architectural masterpiece, the worldfamous Rotunda of the University of Virginia, Monticello, Michie Tavern, Ash Lawn-Highland, and the Charlottesville and Richmond International Airports. Guests will also find numerous recreational activities within a short distance. (pg. 68)
Chesapeake Comfort Suites 1550 Crossways Blvd., Chesapeake 757-420-1600 www.comfortsuites.com The Comfort Suites® hotel is a popular location for both leisure and business travelers. This Chesapeake, VA hotel is centrally located in Hampton Roads and only minutes from the cities of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk and Portsmouth. Landmarks of Coastal Virginia
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Nearby points of interest include the Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex and Towne Place at Greenbrier.
Hampton Inn 701A Woodlake Dr., Chesapeake 757-420-1550 www.hamptoninn.com The Hampton Inn Norfolk/Chesapeake hotel is located in the city of Chesapeake, and is conveniently located in the center of the seven cities of Hampton Roads. Our Norfolk/Chesapeake hotel is within a short walk to the Chesapeake Conference Center and close to Chesapeake Regional Medical Center.
Hampton Holiday Inn Express Coliseum Central 1813 West Mercury Blvd., Hampton 757-838-8484 www.hixhampton.com
Newport News Newport News Marriott at City Center City Center at Oyster Point 740 Town Center Drive, Newport News 757-873-9299 www.marriott.com The Newport News Marriott at City Center is an eleven-story, full service upscale hotel and conference facility with 256 guestrooms and 23,000 square feet of elegant meeting and banquet space. The Marriott Hotel features a 12,000 square foot ballroom, 4,400 square foot junior ballroom and a 6,500 square foot rotunda with views of the five-acre fountain.
Omni Newport News Hotel 1000 Omni Blvd., Newport News 757-873-6664 www.omnihotels.com Located in central Newport News, Omni Newport News Hotel is near the airport and close to Virginia Living Museum, Mariner’s Museum, and John B. Todd Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include Riverside Medical Center and Patrick Henry Mall.
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www.pointplazasuites.com Whether you are visiting the area for a quick business trip, family vacation, or an extended stay, you will find that our guest rooms and suites offer the space you need while our hotel’s friendly and accommodating staff provides the personalized service you want for the perfect hotel experience.
Smithfield Hampton Inn & Suites Smithfield 200 Vincents Crossing, Smithfield 757-365-4760 The Hampton Inn & Suites Smithfield is the ideal home base to experience the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. The quiet, historic village provides its own distinct look back into the history of our country and allows quick, convenient access to the exciting be ach resorts of Virginia Beach, the naval and aquatic museums of Newport News and the family-friendly living history museums at Colonial Williamsburg. Visit the friendly team at our hotel in Smithfield and enjoy a look back at American history. (pg. 73)
Suffolk Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront 100 East Constance Road, Suffolk VA 757-925-1300 The Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk hotel is nestled on a six-acre park on the banks of the Nansemond River in Historic Suffolk, Virginia. The Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk, Virginia hotel is conveniently located near Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and only 25 minutes to Norfolk International Airport. Government travelers and contractors, please ask for the government rate upon booking. (pg. 35)
Virginia Beach Candlewood Suites 4437 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach 757-213-1500
Country Inn & Suites Oceanfront 1801 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach 757-437-9100 All oceanfront rooms and the best parking anywhere in Virginia Beach.
Crowne Plaza Hotel 4453 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach 757-473-1700 4 Minutes from the beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake, The Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach was designed with both business and leisure travelers in mind. With 12,000 square feet of meeting space for meetings, weddings, banquets, reunions, and other social events, the Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach is The Place to Meet in Hampton Roads and Coastal Virginia! 453 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach. (pg. 34)
Icon Limousines 138 South Rosemont Road #205B, Virginia Beach 757-498-7433 www.rideiconlimo.com Icon Limousines is dedicated to providing you with the ultimate in luxury, service, value and reliability. We specialize in ground transportation for all occasions. From VIP nights out to Redskins Packages to weddings, proms and parties, No job is too large, or too small. Weddings... Proms... Airport Transportation... Corporate Events... Contact us today to see how Icon can make the difference. (pg. 23)
Williamsburg Kingsmill Resort 1010 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg 800-832-5665 www.kingsmill.com Home to three championship golf courses, a world-class spa, a bustling tennis center and acres of lush, meticulously cared-for grounds, Kingsmill Resort is a magical place where cherished memories are recreated, history is rediscovered and fun is reinvented.
Yorktown Courtyard Newport News Yorktown 105 Cybernetics Way, Yorktown 757-874-9000 www.marriott.com Just 10 minutes from the Newport News/ Williamsburg International Airport. Close to Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, and the Kiln Creek Golf and Country Club, making it just as comfortable and convenient for weekend and leisure visits!
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Dining in Coastal Virginia Listings Norfolk 3 Way Café 216 Plume Street, Norfolk 757-625-3WAY www.3waycafe.com Dine in, delivery and catering are three roads to satisfaction at the latest lunch spot on Norfolk’s Plume Street. 3 Way Cafe, brought to you by the same folks who run Baxter’s Sports Lounge on Granby Street, aims to please with a simple but creative menu and a comfortable atmosphere.
Baxter’s Sports Lounge 500 Granby Street, Norfolk 757-622-9837 www.baxterssportslounge.com
Granby Street Pizza
The Monestary
235 Granby Street, Norfolk 757-622-5084 www.granbystreetpizza.com Located Within walking distance of MacArthur Center Mall on Granby Street., this pizzeria offers more than just pizza, you’ll also have a selection of subs, burgers, salads, gyros, homemade Stromboli, calzones and much more. Along with our hometown environment you’ll see why this place has downtown Norfolk saying “I want Granby’s Pizza”.
241 Granby Street, Norfok 757-623-2233 www.jackquinnnorfolk.com Jack Quinn has been the original Irish experience in downtown Norfolk since 2000. Whether you’re looking for live music or a quiet corner to sip a dram of whiskey, we will make you feel at home.
204 E. Main St., Norfolk 757-626-EGGS (3447)
Dog House Bar & Grill 2727 Azalea Garden Rd., Norfolk 757-855-5317
Kelly’s Tavern
Fellini’s
1408 Colley Ave., Norfolk 757-623-3216
3910 Colley Ave., Norfolk 757-625-3000
Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub
Freemason Abbey 209 W. Freemason St., Norfolk 757-622-3966 www.freemasonabbey.com Celebrating 22 years of casual elegant dining in a unique atmosphere. When you visit Freemason Abbey, sit back and relax, expect friendly service and great food. Enjoy their traditional American menu in a 139 year-old renovated church in downtown Norfolk featuring fresh lobster, seafood, steak, and pasta dishes. (pg. 39)
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family out to try what customers call “The Best Oysters Rockefeller at the beach.” Dine in or takeout some of the most ‘scentillating’ seafood, and you will never eat anywhere else again. (pg. 37/20)
Jack Quinn Restaurant & Iris Pub
D’EGG Diner
225 Granby Street, Norfolk 757-622-7003 Your downtown bistro
Mediterranean flair. Offering breakfast and lunch menus. Sandwiches, Salads and Mediterranean Specialties. Delivered breakfast and lunch to the Norfolk area. (pg. 41 )
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30th St. & Pacific Ave., Virginia Beach 757-417-7701 www.murphyspub.com Murphy’s Irish Pub has authentic Irish entertainment nightly and a blazing fire when winter comes.
Shaka’s/Sea Side 2014 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach 757-285-6060 Treat your taste buds to only the freshest at Seaside Raw Bar. Our seafood restaurant offers a full bar and complete menu to make your mouth water. We serve delectable dishes, such as Maine lobster and oysters Rockefeller, in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Bring the whole
443 Granby St., Norfolk 757-625-8193
Portsmouth Bistro at 506 506 Dinwiddie St., Portsmouth 757-966-5385
Café Europa 319 High St., Portsmouth 757-399-6652
Cheesecake Factory 265 Central Park Ave., Virginia Beach 757-473-2900 www.thecheesecakefactory.com
Cock Island Bar & Grill 8 Crawford Pkwy., Portsmouth 757-393-2573
Foggy Point Bar & Grill 425 Water St., Portsmouth 757-673-3000
Island Grill at Holiday Inn 8 Crawford Pl., Portsmouth 757-393-2573
Mario’s Italian 611 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth 757-399-8970
Chesapeake The Broken Egg Bistro 501 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake 757-410-8515 www.thebrokeneggbistro.com The Broken Egg Bistro is an independently owned neighborhood bistro that provides fresh, innovative food in a hip, family environment. Everyone on our staff is wholeheartedly committed to providing
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Royal Chocolates made with real Belgian chocolate. From a beautifully wrapped gift box to an eye catching gift basket, The Royal Chocolate can say it all!
Shore Gallery and Design 737 First Colonial Rd., Suite 216, Virginia Beach 757-422-1285 www.shoregallery.net Shore Gallery & Design is the 2012 Gold Winner for Best of the Beach for Decorative Accessories and Interior Design. Discover unique coastal inspired gifts, home décor and works from recognizable local artists. Take home a jewel encrusted mermaid box, sea inspired tabletop pieces or whimsical wine glasses. Weather your tastes run from casual to sophisticated, Shore Gallery is sure to please!
Virginia Beach Town Center
Shopping (cont.) Nunez Fine Jewelers
Peninsula Town Center
4410 East Claiborne Sq., Hampton 737 First Colonial Road, Suite 210 757-838-1505 Virginia Beach, VA 757-425-8723 www.peninsulatowncenter.com Located off I-64 at Mercury Blvd. in www.nunezfinejewelers.com Bring home a piece of the beach when you Hampton, Peninsula Town Center visit Nunez Fine Jewelers. Choose from is the premier shopping, dining and destination on the any of our unique pieces , or have a custom entertainment Peninsula. The center features beautifully piece made by the owner and jeweler, Pete Nunez. We specialize in on-site custom landscaped parks and walkable streetscapes surrounded by well-known specialty work and repairs. Our goal is excellent retailers, restaurants and entertainment customer service! 757-425-8723. venues, along with leasable office space and upscale apartment homes. (pg. 48) The Precious Gem 1860 Laskin Rd, Suite 130, Virginia Beach 757-428-1117 www.thepreciousgems.com Owner and premier jewelry designer Reggie Akdogan is renowned for making his clients’ dreams come true for over 26 years. He travels from South America to the Orient, selecting only the finest, rare gemstones to create one-of-a-kind treasures. Experience unparalleled quality, craftsmanship, service and value here. Shop Virginia Beach and in Merchants Square, Williamsburg. (pg. 44) 46
The Royal Chocolate Virginia Beach Town Center, 164 Central Park Avenue, Virginia Beach 757-557-6925 www.theroyalchocolate.com See all the royal treats from gourmet caramel and chocolate dipped apples, to beautiful gift baskets filled with exquisite chocolates and more. We have your national favorites, your favorites from around the world and our own special collection of handmade
One Columbus Center, Suite 700, Virginia Beach 757-497-2113 www.vabeachtowncenter.com Shop, Dine, Play, Virginia Beach Town Center has it all in one convenient location. This upscale marketplace community is filled with your favorite restaurants, entertainment and shopping venues. We feature many live events and our annual wine festival is one of the regions finest attractions.
Wave Riding Vehicles 1900 Cypress Avenue Virginia Beach, VA 23451 757-422-8823 www.waveridingvehicles.com Wave Riding Vehicles is truly your one stopsurf shop with boards to bikinis and everythingin between. WRV has its roots in VirginiaBeach and convient locationsaround the globe. Wave Riding Vehicles has experienced and knowledgeable staff on hand to help guide you into making the most informed decisions. WRV’s team will help you get hooked up with their surf camp for kids, new and innovative equipment or a new stick. WRV has you coveredwherever you may land on your surf quest.
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Arts & Culture (Cont.)
the work of over sixty of Hampton Road’s finest artists and craftspeople. The gallery caters to young and old, with an emphasis on “something for everyone”. Each artist rents a space in the gallery and displays their work for sale usually with a varied price range to appeal to all who come in.
technology. From our award-winning Career Management Center to our study abroad, Honors College and Center for Service and Civic Engagement, learning happens in and out of our classrooms. One thing is for certain, what you learn at ODU will prepare you to succeed anywhere.
Newport News
Peninsula Fine Arts Center
Christopher Newport University 1 University Place, Newport News 757-594-7274 www.cnu.edu Christopher Newport University is a public institution that was founded in 1960. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,778, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 260 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Christopher Newport University’s ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (South), 26.
The Mariners’ Museum 100 Museum Drive, Newport News 757-596-2222 www.marinersmuseum.org The Mariner’s Museum, located in Newport News, Virginia is one of the largest museums of its kind in the world. There are over 60,000 square feet of exhibition space, and more than 35,000 items are on display including artifacts, figureheads, ship models and small crafts. The museum, located just twenty minutes from Williamsburg, Virginia, at 100 Museum Drive in Newport News, also offers educational programs and a handson section designed with children in mind
Old Dominion University 5115 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk 757-683-3000 www.odu.edu Learning the modern way - the ODU way - isn’t one dimensional. It sparks your imagination, taps all of your senses, and makes use of today’s technologies. Our professors bring classrooms to life. They are the recipients of 25 Virginia Outstanding Faculty Awards, the highest honor for teaching in the state, and numerous other teaching recognitions. Nearly 95% of our classrooms and modern buildings are packed with 21st century teaching 64
101 Museum Drive, Newport News 757-596-8175 www.pfac-va.org The Peninsula Fine Arts Center, an affiliate of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting art appreciation and education via a diverse schedule of changing exhibitions, featuring contemporary art as well as more historically-based work. Open Tues - Sat 10 am to 5 pm, Sun 1-5 pm. Pfac’s “Hands On For Kids” gallery is a permanent installation space designed for children and families to interact in a fun, educational environment that encourages participation with art materials and concepts.
Norfolk Chrysler Museum of Art 245 W. Olney Rd., Norfolk 757-664-6200 www.chrysler.org Enjoy free admission to the Chrysler Museum of Art and explore a world-class art collection, stunning glass galleries, and interpretive programs. The Italianate building on Norfolk’s Hague waterfront includes a café, museum shop, library, and theatre. Our Historic Houses are within walking distance, as is the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, opening in November 2011 with free demonstrations. (pg. 35)
Portsmouth Old Towne Gallery 525 High St., Portsmouth 757-673-2667
Virginia Beach Atlantic University 215 67th St., Virginia Beach 757-631-8101, www.atlanticuniv.edu
The Artists Gallery 608 Norfolk Ave., Virginia Beach 757-425-6671 www.theartistsgallery.org Just minutes from the surf and sand, discover over 40 artists exhibiting and resident artists creating in this working marketplace for the arts. Find the perfect art object, jewelry, card or gift to take home! The Artists Gallery celebrates 20 years as a non-profit co-operative of artists, offering significant savings! (pg. 39)
Contemporary Art Center of Virginia
2200 Parks Ave., Virginia Beach 757-425-0000
Jones Art Gallery 184 Central Park Ave., Virginia Beach 757-557-6868 www.jonesart.com Come visit the studio/gallery of the internationally known Jones family of artists, located in Virginia Beach’s beautiful Town Center. The Jones family has established themselves as a major force in the art world over the last fifty years. Find the perfect original painting or limited edition print to add to your collection! COME MEET THE LEGEND! (pg. 37)
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts 201 Market St., Virginia Beach 757-385-2787 www.sandlercenter.org There’s not a bad seat in the house! The flawless acoustics and comfortable décor of the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts generates an atmosphere that allows the audience to actually experience performances, not just attend them. With an array of world-renowned performers and abundant free parking, the Sandler Center is the place for entertainment in Virginia Beach! (pg. 34)
The Sanctuary at False Cape 581 Sandbridge Rd., Virginia Beach 757-457-0050, 866-933-4801
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d’ART Center ~ Your Connection to the Visual Arts!
The d'ART Center is teeming with artistic energy. Connect with the creative process year round as Resident Artists create one-of-a-kind artwork in glass, painting, photography, clay, mixed media and more. d'ART offers a variety of adult & children's art classes, workshops and camps for all skill levels. World class regional and national art exhibitions continually transform the d'ART Center’s 5 sky-lit galleries. FREE Admission.
Meet the ARTists & See How ART is Made! Lynette Crain Jeff Denier Lucy Dierks Bailey Dwiggins Steve Fanelty Fred Freeman Barbara Fulp Janice Gay-Maker Linda Gissen Jeanne Goodman Ray Hershberger Bob Holland Raplh Irby Peggy Kelly Jeane Kight Anne May Mark McFarlane Amy McKay Deb Munroe Ivelisse Nieves Jean Peacock Pamela Pine-Winslow Bob Postle Eleanor Powell Hank Pugh Cathy Jo Ramsey Clayton Singleton Lynne Sward George Tussing Vonnie Whitworth Ken Wright
Studio #116, Oil Painting Studio #110, Photography Studio #115, Porcelain Studio #102, Oil Painting Studio #135, Goldsmith Studio #140, Sculpture Studio #136, Oil Painting Studio #139, Oil & Pastels Studio #125, Mixed Media Studio #121, Drawing Studio #116, Oil Painting Studio #148, Painting Studio #126, Drawing Studio #122, Watercolors Studio #122, Watercolors Studio #103, Printmaker Studio #117, Goldsmith Studio #107, Watercolors Studio #121, Jewelry Studio #125, Jewelry Studio #114, Encaustics Studio #153, Mixed Media Studio #152, Photography Studio #125, Acrylics Studio #142, Watercolors Studio #138, Glass Studio #111, Acrylics Studio #125, Mixed Media Studio #114, Oil Painting Studio #150, Watercolors Studio #106, Acrylics
d'ART Center @ Selden Arcade
208 East Main Street, Norfolk VA, 23510 OPEN: Tues. - Sat. 10 am -5 pm & Sundays 1-5 pm Call 757-625-4211, Visit www.d-artcenter.org
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Tines Restaurant/Aqua Lounge Located inside the Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach 4453 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach 757-473-1700 www.cpvabeach.com Facebook at Tines Virginia Discerning travelers and locals alike will appreciate their dining experience at Tines Restaurant in the Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach. From our delicious breakfast selection to one of our hand crafted dinner entrees or hearty sandwiches. Stop by Aqua Lounge for “Happy Hour” 5pm-7pm Monday thru Friday. Tines and Aqua are located on the hotel’s lobby level (pg. 34)
creativity, outstanding food and beverage quality, colorful plate presentations and superior service in an impressive Mexican courtyard-themed atmosphere. Every dish is made to order from scratch using only the freshest premium ingredients.
Bensi of Hampton 5101 Kilgore Ave., Hampton 757-825-0180 www.bensirestaurants.com Bensi is an upscale modern Italian restaurant with over 20 locations throughout the East Coast specializing in classic Italian fare. Bensi offers take-out orders, catering and a private room.
bd’s Mongolian Grill Yard House 4549 Commerce Street, Virginia Beach 757-490-9273 www.yardhouse.com Yard House is an upscale-casual eatery known for great food, classic rock music and over 130-250 taps of imported, craft and specialty ales & lagers. Whether you’re in the mood for a grilled burger and a pint of your favorite beer, or seared ahi and a chilled martini, Yard House has something for everyone. Yard House is the perfect place to unwind and take a break - meet old friends for happy hour, or make new ones, celebrate a special occasion, or gather your family for dinner. (pg. 31)
Zoë’s Restaurant 713 19th St., Virginia Beach 757-437-3636
3530 Von Schilling, Hampton 757-262-1283 www.gomongo.com Since 1992, bd’s Mongolian Grill® has been delivering unique, interactive dining experiences that set us apart from the competition and is the world’s number one create your own stir-fry restaurant concept. Focusing on Fun, Choice and Control we have created a growing band of loyal customers that believe passionately about their ability to take charge of their own dining experience. Our “You Rule the Experience” philosophy gives guests ownership in choosing their own ingredients from a great variety of choice meats and seafood, fresh vegetables, crisp salads, and flavor-packed sauces and spices. The food is then prepared by expert grillers on a 600° 7-foot grill. (pg. 51)
Prepare to be pampered at the most luxurious in-theatre dining experience. All designed to ensure your visit to CinéBistro is the ultimate in comfort and enjoyment. Every CinéBistro is unique, but luxury is standard. Bringing the best of both worlds together in one luxurious package…all delivered right to your seat.
Conch & Bucket 13 East Queens Way, Hampton 757-864-0865 Key West themed restaurant with live entertainment and an outdoor patio.
Hayashi Sushi & Grill 3110 Allainby Way, Hampton 757-848-5873 Hayashi is a quality Hibachi & Sushi Restaurant in the tradition of a Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar with a nod to the updated look you might find in an upscale metropolitan restaurant. We are proud of our staff and chefs for all they put into making each visit enjoyable and all our dishes tastefully prepared. (pg. 50/56)
Java Junkies 768 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton 757-722-6300 Java Junkies is a coffee shop/bistro with a menu consisting of coffee drinks, beer and wine along with an array of pastries, soups, sandwiches, wraps, salads and delectable desserts. Offering catering and takeout options, Java Junkies is a local favorite that you won’t want to miss!
Kenji Fusion Zushi Japanese Bistro
Brent’s
4540 Main St.,Virginia Beach 757-321-1495
9 East Queens Way, Hampton 757-722-1185 www.brentsfinefood.com Brents is an upscale eatery offering salads, steaks, seafood, pasta, and other fun foods with a rotating dinner menu. Brent’s is “where the elite meet to eat.” Reservations recommended.
Hampton Abuelos 2423 Mcmenamin, Hampton 757-224-5340 www.abuelos.com Since our first opening in 1989, Abuelo’s has consistently been on the leading edge of Mexican cuisine, combining menu
CineBistro at Peninsula 4401 West Claiborne Square, Hampton 757-325-8896 www.cobbcinebistro.com
Peninsula Town Centre 3416 Von Schilling Drive, Hampton 757-262-0888 http://www.kenjifusionva.com/ Kenji Fusion combines a high-energy atmosphere with a fusion of cultural delicacies and a unique sushi bar selection. Kenji Fusion’s colorful and eclectic interior design is representative of the variety of cultural dishes found on the menu. Our restaurant has 7 Hibachi grill tables, great for a large party. We welcome you to come relax and enjoy our world cuisine. (pg. 51) Landmarks of Coastal Virginia
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entertainment experience.
757-838-9463
La Bodega Hampton
Old Hampton Ice Cream Parlor
Twist
22 Wine Street, Hampton 757-722-8466
5 E. Queens Way, Hampton 757-251-6678 Come to Downtown Hampton to experience an old-fashioned ice cream parlor, featuring 32 hand-dipped flavors of ice cream, yogurt and sherbet. We offer all the classics: milkshakes, malteds, sundaes, ice cream floats, sherbet coolers and banana splits; and of course we have hot fudge! Try one of our fountain drinks with a splash of cherry or vanilla – you‘ll never be satisfied with another pre-mixed can drink again. When was the last time you had a root beer float (pg. 47)
25 Wythe Creek Rd., Hampton 757-766-7200
Marker 20 21 East Queens Way, Hampton 757-726-9410 www.marker20.com Casual seafood and more in the heart of Downtown Hampton’s restaurant, shopping, and arts district. When we developed our menu, we said we wanted “seafood with names”. In other words, we wanted more than just deep, fat fried this and that. Our chef, Heather Conway, came through with dishes like Fiery Tuna Bites, Coconut Shrimp, and Blackened Tuna Steak Salad. She and her staff continue to innovate with lunch daily specials during the week. Don’t worry, we also have broiled and fried items plus a whole lot more! (pg. 47)
NASCAR Sports Grille 1996 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton 757-224-5802 www.nascarsportsgrillehampton.com This high quality restaurant provides a world class gathering place for the tremendously loyal NASCAR faithful and anyone with a passion for sports, good food, and a great time. The Grille’s dedication to bringing the excitement of NASCAR to the restaurant and its total commitment to the guest makes for an unrivaled dining and
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Q Barbeque Peninsula Town Center 4201 Kilgore Ave., Hampton 757-896-0220 www.qbarbeque.com Q Barbeque may be the best barbeque you’ve ever tasted. But it didn’t get that way overnight. It took years of culinary experience, a successful catering business and a lot of road time on the circuit to make it all come together.
Newport News Bonefish Grill 340 Oyster Point Rd., Newport News 757-269-0002
Hayashi Sushi & Grill 111820 Merchants Walk, Newport News 757-223-5783 www.hayashisushigrill.com Hayashi’s atmosphere is as impressive as its food. This City Center restaurant features quality ingredients, artful arrangement and very, very fresh fish. Try the “Special Boat for Two.” The chef ’s mix of assorted sashimi, nigiri, and rolls also includes soup or salad. Omakase, a ‘chef ’s choice’ style tasting menu, is also a good choice. Major credit cards accepted.
Red Star Tavern 711 Lakefront Commons, Newport News 757-596-0308 www.redstartavern.net
Taphouse 17 East Queens Way, Hampton 757-831-1803
Terra Restaurant & Bar
Schlesinger’s 1106 William Styron Square, Newport News 757-599-4700
2330 McMenamin Street, Hampton
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Imagine Art Gallery 131 Main Street Smithfield, Virginia 23430 757-357-0690 1-800-303-9003
Displaying fine art from local and national artist. We display original paintings, prints,Woodturnings, Bronzes and pottery. Well over 5000 sq feet of some of the finest historical and nature artist of our time. We represent Robert Bissell, Mort Kunstler, Dale Glasgow, Jim Wilson Pamela and Bryant White, Bradley Schmehl Ray and Martha Rountree ,Jack Cribbs, Lee Teter and many more
wayne@imaart.com
Smithfield Interiors 237 Main Street Smithfiled, VA 23430 757-357-9782
The Arts Center @ 319 319 Main Street Smithfield, Virginia 23430 757-357-7707
Smithfield Interiors offers professional interior design services that reflect the regional influences of Tidewater Virginia. The shop offers fine accent pieces for your home and office. Donna and June are just a phone call away from helping you give your home or office some new fresh features and style.
Scenic, historic Smithfield is home to many talented artists, some of whom you will meet in the vibrant Arts Center @ 319. Observe artists working in their studios, enjoy one of the changing exhibits in the gallery or select an item from the gift shop created by a local artist.
www.smithfieldarts.org
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