Seafood in Virginia Beach

Thanks to our location where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia Beach is a seafood lover’s paradise with some of the freshest catches on the East Coast.

From laid-back raw bars to upscale spots serving dishes like charred octopus and buttery salmon, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy seafood here. Stroll through a local seafood market where flounder, scallops, blue crabs and seasonal favorites roll in straight from the boat.

Want a more intimate experience? Take a Pleasure House Oyster tour and dining excursion to learn about the legendary Lynnhaven oyster and taste the savory bivalves from the water directly beneath you — waders included! Or join us for events like the East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic, where top local chefs show off this beloved coastal dish.

Whether you’re dining out, cooking up a feast at your rental or taking an oyster tour, the seafood scene here is as fresh as it gets.

Happiness is sitting down to a dockside feast — it’s time to reserve your table.