"Local produce, meats, fish, and seafood shine at this “coastal Southern” seasonal restaurant with three Virginia Beach locations. During the summer, Bay Local serves hand-picked crab from Virginia’s Eastern Shore and strawberries from nearby Pungo, and collard greens and kale from nearby farmers come winter. Crowd-pleasing orders include fried chicken sandwiches, grilled oyster melts, and breakfast burritos. Vintage light fixtures and reclaimed barn wood contribute to a lived-in look." - Tierney Plumb, Adele Chapin