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Food - Coastal Grill, Virginia Beach, VA

Coastal Grill

4.9 (4184)
$50 and over
Seafood
1440 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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Coastal Grill

4.9
$50 and over
Seafood
Virginia Beach

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Classic, consistent, upscale cuisine is offered in a well-appointed, unpretentious setting in this top-notch nosherie. The beautiful bar invites easy conversation and casual dining. Located on the affluent Great Neck corridor in Virginia Beach, just three miles from the Oceanfront, Coastal Grill is as famous for what isn't on the menu as for what actually is. Founded by Jerry Bryan, the restaurant is helmed by Executive Chef Maureen Cucchiaro and Chris Reynolds, who lead the kitchen in offering an extensive list of "blackboard specials," featuring a variety of freshly caught regional seafood. This locals favorite has received critical acclaim since its inception over 35 years ago, culminating in being voted the Number 1 Restaurant by Hampton Roads Magazine. With amazing food and exemplary service, Coastal Grill is a sure bet for business dinners, special occasions, or simply unwinding after a hard day. Come celebrate with us!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Maureen Cucchiaro
  • Private party facilities
    In our private dining area, Coastal EAST, we cater to all types of events from Holiday Events, Business Dinners, Social Gatherings, Retirement Ceremonies, Bridal Showers, Weddings and more!Email coastalgrill@gmail.com
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Cross street
    Mill Dam
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Coastal Grill.

4.9

4.9
(4184)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Seafood

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Overall

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Food

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coastal Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "superb service." Guests rave about the seasonal seafood, especially the soft-shell crabs and scallops. The ambience provides a "peaceful atmosphere," ideal for special occasions. Regulars appreciate the "friendly and knowledgeable staff," making it a top choice in Virginia Beach.
4,184 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth Gold

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome dinner and excellent service! Thank you! We will be back soon.

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  2. Cindy

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely excellent experience at Coastal Grill last night. The Rockfish dinner special with red potatoes and acorn squash all to perfection, a peaceful ambience where we could actually have normal conversation, and a server who was pleasant and attentive. Don’t pass this relaxing and delicious experience by!

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  3. Amy

    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious but expensive. Our server was lovely and attentive. Clean, coastal elegant atmosphere. Expensive but worth it

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  4. Gene

    Richmond46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated birthdays with a group of people and had a great time. Excellent food and service and lots of laughs!!

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  5. Pasquale

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff very friendly and knowledgeable Food excellent as always Server allowed us to dine at our own place

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  6. William

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Excellent service. Not a bad thing to say Just go and enjoy

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  7. Judy Gold

    Richmond37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service Pleasant dinner w friends Will return!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    3.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered oysters they were piled on top of coleslaw that was wet and a lot of liquids and corn, which was not drained properly and had a lot of liquid there so 2/3 of our oysters were soggy because of liquid intrusion service, service was excellent noise. They were pretty high some people at the bar kind of rowdy. I’m really sorry. I’ve always been a fan of a coastal grill. It was not it was not a good trip last night.

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  9. Brianna Gold

    Denver10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, amazing food. Seasonal drink specials that all paired nicely with the menu. Highly recommend the tomato, mozz, & basil , as well as the steak and duck! Will be back!

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  10. John Gold

    Richmond18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a date night at Coastal Grill. Always a sharply dressed crowd. Initial service to get a drink order at our table was slow but we weren’t in a hurry to eat. I got the broiled flounder bc they were out of the halibut special. Dinner met our expectations! We will definitely come back.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Maureen Cucchiaro
  • Private party facilities
    In our private dining area, Coastal EAST, we cater to all types of events from Holiday Events, Business Dinners, Social Gatherings, Retirement Ceremonies, Bridal Showers, Weddings and more!Email coastalgrill@gmail.com
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Cross street
    Mill Dam
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Coastal Grill feels casually elegant and well appointed, the beautiful bar invites easy conversation, while the dining rooms balance a polished atmosphere with quieter back and private-room options.

Yes, Coastal Grill has outdoor seating; guests have booked tables outside and enjoyed the patio on pleasant evenings.

Smart casual is the guide, think polished but relaxed, with many guests dressing up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

Friday evenings are a great pick, guests specifically recommend Friday night dinners when the restaurant is busy and well-attended.

Yes, Coastal Grill is a popular choice for date nights and special occasions, with many guests celebrating anniversaries and praising its polished, intimate atmosphere and wine pairings.

For a calmer visit, aim for a weeknight dinner, guests describe it as a “quiet weeknight”; if you want a livelier scene, Friday evenings are often packed.

Yes, families dine here, and one reviewer noted the kitchen happily provided an off‑menu spaghetti for their child when a kids' item was unavailable.

Coastal Grill features a well-appointed main dining room, a beautiful bar for casual seating, an outdoor patio, and a private dining room in the back.

Coastal Grill was founded by Jerry Bryan; the restaurant has been a local favorite for over 35 years.

Portions at Coastal Grill are frequently described as generous and plentiful, guests note large entrees and desserts, and say items like the wedge salad are big enough to share.

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Coastal Grill

4.9
$50 and over
Seafood
Virginia Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 31 times today
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