Denise’s guidebook
Food scene
My mamas kitchen is located directly across, as in walk right across the street, from where you will stay. They have the best wings in town and also some of the best meals you will surely enjoy. From BBQ brisket to chicken and waffles, you won’t regret it!
6 locals recommend
My Mama's Kitchen
7943 Shore DrMy mamas kitchen is located directly across, as in walk right across the street, from where you will stay. They have the best wings in town and also some of the best meals you will surely enjoy. From BBQ brisket to chicken and waffles, you won’t regret it!
This is the hot spot for getting something delicious to eat. Town Center is home to restaurants such as Ruth Chris, the Cheesecake Factory, PF Chang, Bahama Breeze, Smokey Bones and many more. There are also lots of local favorite bars and shopping.
30 locals recommend
Town Center Drive
Town Center DriveThis is the hot spot for getting something delicious to eat. Town Center is home to restaurants such as Ruth Chris, the Cheesecake Factory, PF Chang, Bahama Breeze, Smokey Bones and many more. There are also lots of local favorite bars and shopping.
Relax on the water or inside of Norfolk’s waterside district! Filled with restaurants and more, it is also within walking distance from the McArthur Mall and many of Norfolk’s clubs and bars.
143 locals recommend
Waterside District
333 Waterside DrRelax on the water or inside of Norfolk’s waterside district! Filled with restaurants and more, it is also within walking distance from the McArthur Mall and many of Norfolk’s clubs and bars.
Citrus
357 N Great Neck RdEveryone who comes to visit loves Citrus! Wonderful for family and friends
The best seafood spot you’ll ever want to eat at! Definitely a local favorite.
9 locals recommend
Shaking Crab
1255 Fordham DrThe best seafood spot you’ll ever want to eat at! Definitely a local favorite.
Phoenix Restaurant and Lounge
928 Diamond Springs RdThe best wings and southern style cooking located 6 minutes away
One of the best brunch spots in the area! The food is fantastic!
115 locals recommend
Bay Local Eatery
2917 Shore DrOne of the best brunch spots in the area! The food is fantastic!
Chick's Oyster Bar
2143 Vista CirVery popular restaurant located right off the water!
Guadalajara Bar And Grill
2916 Shore DrA local favorite!
Located within walking distance from the home. Very popular for locals.
62 locals recommend
Captain Groovy's Grill & Raw Bar
8101 Shore DrLocated within walking distance from the home. Very popular for locals.
Shake Shack
296 Constitution DrGreat place to grab tasty burgers
Fuji Hana Sushi
5708 Northampton BlvdPersonally my favorite Sushi spot in town. Very friendly customer service.
Located right across the street. Great wings, great American food.
9 locals recommend
The Dirty Buffalo
4213 E Little Creek RdLocated right across the street. Great wings, great American food.
Waterman's Surfside Grille
415 Atlantic AveGreat food right off the beach. A local favorite.
If you’re looking for the best steaks in town, you have to try this place. It is on the pricey side, but definitely worth it. A local favorite located 5 minutes away
13 locals recommend
Aberdeen Barn
5805 Northampton BlvdIf you’re looking for the best steaks in town, you have to try this place. It is on the pricey side, but definitely worth it. A local favorite located 5 minutes away
Jose Tequilas Mexican Grill and Bar
1108 E Little Creek RdGreat Mexican food. Great environment.
One of my favorite Mexican restaurants within a five minute walking distance
Degollado Mexican Restaurant
3814 E Little Creek RdOne of my favorite Mexican restaurants within a five minute walking distance
A local favorite. Delicious and fresh Mexican food located about 1.5 miles away
77 locals recommend
Jessy's Taqueria
3201 E Ocean View AveA local favorite. Delicious and fresh Mexican food located about 1.5 miles away
Gym
We don’t have a gym on the property, but planet fitness is our go-to for a good work out and it is located within a very short walking distance.
Planet Fitness
4245 E Little Creek RdWe don’t have a gym on the property, but planet fitness is our go-to for a good work out and it is located within a very short walking distance.
Park
If you are a fitness guru or would love a place to take the kids to play, mount trashmore is the place for you! I take my own kids to this park whenever the weather is nice. Families love it!
83 locals recommend
Mount Trashmore Park
310 Edwin DrIf you are a fitness guru or would love a place to take the kids to play, mount trashmore is the place for you! I take my own kids to this park whenever the weather is nice. Families love it!
Club Scene
If you are looking to have a good time, walk along the boardwalk where you will find many bars and clubs. The beach is also right there for when you want to relax on the water.
Driving tip: if you take south shore drive all the way down, it will take you right to the oceanfront. With little to no traffic I managed to arrive to the beach in 15 minutes.
101 locals recommend
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
Virginia Beach Fishing PierIf you are looking to have a good time, walk along the boardwalk where you will find many bars and clubs. The beach is also right there for when you want to relax on the water.
Driving tip: if you take south shore drive all the way down, it will take you right to the oceanfront. With little to no traffic I managed to arrive to the beach in 15 minutes.
A rooftop bar with incredible views and good vibes. They also serve the most delicious brunch on Saturdays and Sundays
71 locals recommend
Grain
100 E Main StA rooftop bar with incredible views and good vibes. They also serve the most delicious brunch on Saturdays and Sundays
Shopping
MacArthur Center
300 Monticello AveGreat place to shop.
Norfolk Premium Outlets
1600 Premium Outlets BlvdGreat place to shop. Located 5 minutes away from home.
Greenbriar Mall
2841 Greenbriar Pkwy SWLynnhaven Mall
701 Lynnhaven PkwyBeach
You can walk 10 minutes down the street or you can drive less than 1/2 a mile and enjoy the beach. My family and I choose this beach because it is less crowded and peaceful.
Ocean View Beach
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
Virginia Beach Fishing PierGreat time for families and friends