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Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - Virginia

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Alkaline ($$)
(583 ratings)

742 W 21st St Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 995-4834
alkalineramen.com
  • Asian Sticky Wings
    Korean-style fried chicken wings w/ garlic sauce & house sticky sauce; looks good
  • Taiwanese Beef Oxtail Noodle Soup
    beef broth, braised oxtail, beef tendon, cabbage; so good that Guy took a picture of it; looks good
4.0 out of 5
583 ratings
serving Asian street food; moved from original airing location (820 Shirley Ave)
Beach PubSee Beach Pub Video ($$)
(212 ratings)

1001 Laskin Rd Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 422-8817
www.beachpubvb.com
  • Fish Hash
    3 steamed spot fish served at table side; you take the meat off the fish and add to a bowl of steamed cubed potatoes, raw onions, bacon bits, cider vinegar & ground pepper; mix and eat
  • Oyster Rockefeller
    mix of wilted baby spinach w/ garlic & olive oil, bacon bits, feta cheese, pecorino romano cheese and whipping cream topped on half shell oyster steamed and broiled
3.5 out of 5
212 ratings
opened in 1993
Black Sheep [CLOSED]See Black Sheep Video ($$)
(766 ratings)

901 W Marshall St Map It!
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 648-1300
  • USS Virginia
    2-foot sub w/ fried chicken livers loaded into a toasted french baguette w/ shredded cabbage, green onions, granny smith apple & remoulade sauce; winner of Best Sandwich (Mid Atlantic)
  • USS Brooklyn
    2-foot subs w/ jerk barbecued chicken, loaded into a toasted french baguette w/ shredded cabbage, roasted banana ketchup & peach chutney; looks good
4.0 out of 5
766 ratings
[CLOSED]
Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue [CLOSED] ($$)
(902 ratings)

1119 N Blvd Map It!
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 355-6055
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Richmond"
  • Beef Brisket
  • Pork Spare Ribs
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
902 ratings
[CLOSED]
Caliente [CLOSED] ($$)
(108 ratings)

2922 Park Ave Map It!
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 340-2920
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Richmond"
  • Stupid Wings Challenge
    challenge - spicy hot; Adam won
2.5 out of 5
108 ratings
[CLOSED]
Captain Chuck A Mucks ShipSee Captain Chuck A Mucks Ship Video ($$)
(215 ratings)

21088 Marina Rd Map It!
Carrollton, VA 23314
(757) 356-1005
www.captainchuck-a-mucks....
  • Crab Cakes
    a signature dish
  • She-Crab Soup
4.0 out of 5
215 ratings
waterfront to Jones Creek in shipping village; fresh seafood; local favorite
Carena's Jamaican GrilleSee Carena's Jamaican Grille Video ($$)
(349 ratings)

7102 Midlothian Tpke Map It!
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 422-5375
www.carenasrva.com
  • Island Fried Chicken
    w/ sweet ginger gravy; "this is one of my all-time favs now" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Oxtail Stew
    beef marinated for 24 hours, braised w/ peppers, onions & butter beans; served w/ Island slaw & "rice 'n peas"; "it's luscious!" -Guy Fieri
3.5 out of 5
349 ratings
opened in 2007 as an extension of The Jamaica House (est. 1994), both specialize in Caribbean flavors
Carib Shack ($)
(275 ratings)

2272 W Great Neck Rd Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 692-6851
caribshack.us
  • Mama's Stew Beef Bowl
    slow cooked angus beef, lentils, served on rice; looks good
  • Shack Jerk Pork Bowl
    spicy boneless roasted pork, cabbage & carrots on rice; looks good
4.5 out of 5
275 ratings
moved from Virgin Islands to Virginia Beach in 2014; specializing in Caribbean cooking using family recipes handed down for 3 generations
Cheesetique [CLOSED]See Cheesetique Video ($$)
(458 ratings)

4024 Campbell Ave Map It!
Arlington, VA 22206
(703) 933-8787
  • Mac & Cheesetique
    mac & cheese w/ goat Gouda, Asiago & Cacio de Roma topped w/ truffle-infused bread crumbs; looks good
4.0 out of 5
458 ratings
[CLOSED]; #2 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Thanksgiving); since 2004; specialty cheese shop, restaurant & "all things to all cheese lovers" (from its website)
CitrusSee Citrus Video ($$)
(835 ratings)

2265 W Great Neck Rd Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 227-3333
  • Citrus Pancakes
    signature pancakes; topped w/ sliced bananas, pineapple and citrus orange glaze
  • Soft-Shell Crab Benedict
    egg-washed-and-floured soft-shell crab, deep-fried, served in eggs benedict and topped w/ homemade hollandaise sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
835 ratings
local favorite; "traditional breakfast & lunch favorites w/ a little beach attitude spin"
Dirty Buffalo ($$)
(770 ratings)

4012 Colley Ave Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23508
(757) 226-7851
thedirtybuffalo.com
  • "Dirty Chick"
    most popular dish; two breaded chicken tenders coated in choice of sauce piled on a bed of homemade mac 'n cheese & crispy home-fried potatoes; shredded chicken available upon request; looks good
  • Wings
    signature sauces include: Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot, Stupid Hot, Dumb Dumb, Sweet BBQ, Spicy BBQ, Cajun Buffalo, Sweet Buffalo, Pineapple; looks good
4.0 out of 5
770 ratings
est. 2012; family-owned and operated; bringing upstate NY wings (where owner is from) to VA; Football star Bruce Smith made guest appearance; Other Recipes: Buffalo Soldier Wing Sauce
Dots Back InnSee Dots Back Inn Video ($$)
(413 ratings)

4030 MacArthur Ave Map It!
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 266-3167
www.dotsbackrichmond.com
  • Chicken Macarthur
    sautéed strips of chicken breast, artichokes, onions, garlic, wine and pasta with feta cheese; served w/ one side; looks good
  • Mediterranean Pie
    pesto, feta cheese and tomatoes baked on pita bread; looks good
  • Sailor Sandwich
    fan favorite; knockwurst, pastrami, Dijon & Swiss on rye
4.0 out of 5
413 ratings
neighborhood atmosphere w/ retro 1950's décor; trivia: Dot is a waitress who started in the 1940's and waited tables for nearly 50 years
Doumars Cones & Barbecue ($)
(682 ratings)

1919 Monticello Ave Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 627-4163
www.doumars.com
  • Limeade
    signature & top-selling drink
  • Orange Freeze
    like a dreamsicle in a shake
  • Strawberry Willy
    ice cream sundae w/ strawberries, sauce & crushed cone chips
  • Ice Cream
3.5 out of 5
682 ratings
since 1904; legendary landmark diner that offers curb-side service; making ice cream cones onsite since 1904...using the "world's first cone machine"; according to owner, they invented the ice cream cone introducing it in the St. Louis World Fair in 1904
Egg Bistro ($$)
(194 ratings)

1033 Independence Blvd Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(757) 524-5488
theeggbistro.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Virginia Beach, VA"
  • The "Rueben’s Reuben" Challenge
    4-lb omelet w/ 12 eggs, slow roasted corned beef brisket, house corned beef hash, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, garlic thousand island aioli, roasted potatoes & biscuit; finish in under 30 minutes to win a t-shirt & be added to website wall of fame; Casey won
4.5 out of 5
194 ratings
est. 2007; breakfast & brunch spot for Southern American favorites
Fancy BiscuitSee Fancy Biscuit Video ($$)
(729 ratings)

1831 W Cary St Map It!
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 938-3449
www.thefancybiscuit.com
  • "The Black Dog"
    buttermilk biscuits topped w/ Tasso ham gravy, white cheddar grits & jumbo gulf shrimp; looks good
  • Tasso Ham & Cheese Grit Tots
    stone ground grits w/ Tasso ham & cheddar cheese, cooled, cut into cubes & deep fried; served w/ Sriracha aioli & green onion
4.5 out of 5
729 ratings
opened in 2016; cafe & bakery serves biscuits & southern staples; located near 2 popular sister businesses: Shyndigz dessert-only cafe & Shyndigz 2go take-out café
Flip Flops Grill + ChillSee Flip Flops Grill + Chill Video ($$)
(278 ratings)

2217 Upton Dr Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 427-3547
www.flipflopsvb.com
  • BBQ Fish Tacos
    top seller; served w/ mango bbq, house slaw, tomato, avocado, mixed cheeses & lime crema
4.0 out of 5
278 ratings
"coastal cuisine...upscale taste w/ a tropical atmosphere" (from its website)
Get Fresh Cafe [CLOSED]See Get Fresh Cafe Video ($)
(30 ratings)

2500 Church St Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 962-4677
  • Meatloaf
    served w/ mash potatoes, gravy & side; looks good
4.5 out of 5
30 ratings
[CLOSED]; inside farmer's market where they get ingredients; moved from original airing location at 2500 Church St; Other Recipes: Mash Medley
Grilled Cheese Bistro ($$)
(1313 ratings)

345 Granby St Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 233-2512
www.thegrilledcheesebistr...
  • "Don Quixote"
    grilled cheese sandwich w/ fontina, parmesan, caramelized onion, oyster mushroom, roasted red pepper & olive tapenad; won best grilled cheese in VA (from its website); looks good
  • "The Hangover"
    grilled cheese sandwich w/ black truffle mac & cheese; Guy had lobster added to it; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
1313 ratings
serving gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches; Other Recipes: Islander Grilled Cheese
Harvey's Hot Dogs [CLOSED]See Harvey's Hot Dogs Video ($)
(7 ratings)

3205 Stamford Rd Map It!
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 483-0613
  • Chicken and Dumplings
    looks good
2.5 out of 5
7 ratings
[CLOSED]; old-school hot dog joint; local hangout
Jessy's Taqueria ($$)
(1057 ratings)

3201 E Ocean View Ave Map It!
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-0033
jessysovmain.integrityb.c...
  • Consome De Borrego (Lamb Soup)
    lamb soup w/ side of 3 tacos; "one of my new favorite Mexican dishes" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Huarache ala Mexicana
    huarache (oblong tortilla w/ masa on the outside &beans on the inside) topped w/ arrachera (marinated skirt steak), fried cactus, jalapeno & Vidalia onions; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1057 ratings
since 1955; family owned & operated market/restaurant
Kuba KubaSee Kuba Kuba Video ($$)
(1044 ratings)

1601 Park Ave Map It!
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 355-8817
kubakuba.info
  • Tres Leche Cake
    soaked in condensed milk, evaporated milk and heavy cream; frosted w/ sweet meringue
4.0 out of 5
1044 ratings
Cuban restaurant
La Caraquena [CLOSED]See La Caraquena Video ($$)
(377 ratings)

300 W Broad St Map It!
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 533-0076
  • Reina Pepeada Arepas
    fried or grilled cornmeal bread stuffed with a chicken salad blend made of avocado and mayonnaise
  • Saltenas
    baked empanada stuffed w/ ground beef stew-like gravy w/ slices of boiled egg and an olive; recommend eating w/ hot sauce
3.5 out of 5
377 ratings
[CLOSED]; in motel; Latin American comfort food; Other Recipes: Sopa de Frijoles (Black Bean Soup)
Leaping Lizard CafeSee Leaping Lizard Cafe Video ($$)
(583 ratings)

4408 Shore Dr Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(757) 460-5327
theleapinglizard.com
  • Chicken Salad Sandwich
    chicken salad in peach chutney and curry yogart-mayo; looks good
  • Duck Barbecue on Sweet Potato Biscuit
    pulled duck BBQ w/ apple slaw
  • Rockfish
    w/ parsnip puree
4.5 out of 5
583 ratings
opened in 2006; originally a produce stand...and hence, everything is fresh; eclectic cafe environment
Lemaire RestaurantSee Lemaire Restaurant Video ($$$)
(339 ratings)

101 W Franklin St Map It!
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 649-4629
www.lemairerestaurant.com
  • Barnyard Burger
    house-ground beef tenderloin, pig bacon, sunny side up chicken egg, farmhouse cow cheddar, duck foie gras emulsion on brioche bun; served w/ side of creamy mac-n-cheese; looks good
4.5 out of 5
339 ratings
modern cuisine at The Jefferson Hotel
May's Parlor ($$)
(259 ratings)

2708 Pacific Ave Map It!
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 278-5559
maysparlor.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Virginia Beach, VA"
  • Mocha Meringue "Cruffin"
    croissant crossed w/ muffin, filled w/ espresso cream, dipped in meringue, toasted, topped w/ chocolate ganache & crushed chocolate espresso beans
4.5 out of 5
259 ratings
est. 2017; artisan coffee shop & bakery specializing in French pastries, plus sweets & sandwiches
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - Virginia   (45 restaurants)    
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