Maurice

The Maurice restaurant is very nice, with lovely decor and lighting. Chris, our server, was amazing! He suggested the shrimp cake, and it was fantastic. My dad ordered the pork chop and reported that it also was delicious. If I had a complaint it would be that I wish there was more parking. But not a big deal, I parked a couple of blocks away at OBS and walked over. By the way, their sister restaurant Kuchi, on the same property is also really good. Highly recommend either!

We celebrated our anniversary with sushi and some drinks. The grilled octopus was also delicious. The day of our marriage we ate there also. We will continue to go to Maurice every year!

Glad we finally enjoyed a date night at Maurice. We started with two wonderful drinks - I think ginger peach and rosey something (yum!..grapefruit flavored). We got the Fiji roll and egg roll for appetizers. Both were delicious, but the sushi especially. Dinner rolls - delicious! Entrees..we were a little disappointed, as the presentation was beautiful but lacked flavor. I had the salmon in filo dough served over breaded and fried mashed potatoes? The salmon was *very* bland, as were the potatoes, but I loved the concept and crunch to them. Even with the coconut curry sauce the meal just didn't do it for me. My husband ordered the pork chop which he said was cooked perfectly but not flavorful. His mashed potatoes were supposed to be horseradish cheddar, but definitely were not and just very bland. We split the cheesecake for dessert and it was excellent! Food service was a bit slow, though our waitress was wonderful and checked on us frequently. Drinks and appetizers came out fairly quick but the entrees took a long time. We were there about 2hr 20 min total but the time together was nice, so it wasn't a big deal. I would still definitely return for the drinks, sushi and cheesecake, and would like to try their brunch menu.

Beautiful & delicious food! Our first time was a delightful experience - from the generous and incredibly well presented sushi rolls, to the entrees and dessert our taste buds and our eyes were treated to an amazing array of enticements. The service was also very good. We'll done chef...

This place did not disappoint. A little ways out of the way but well worth it if your looking for excellent food and service. Pricey, but we're talking everything done right. Our starter was the bacon wrapped scallop on top a carrot puree with a smokiness infused, just amazing. The chefs special of stuffed lobster loaded with crab meat and a real key-lime pie for dessert. My husband had the Virginia crab cake that is huge full of nothing but crab and spiced goodness. Followed with a hazelnut, pistachio something, something layered cake that was amazing too. I did dive into my lobster before taking a photo, It looked really good. There is this creamy golden topping...it's just really good. I highly recommend finding this place if high quality is what your in the mood for.

This was the second time my family had eaten at Maurices. The first time the service and the food was outstanding. This time I was disappointed; service was not as good. It wasn’t as crowded as it was at the previous time. My daughter got a steak and she said it was tough, and I could tell she was disappointed. My salmon was good, and her fiancé’s pork chops were good, but I just wasn’t as impressed this time. They also need to update their menus and their wines online because what they show is not what they’re serving.

We had an excellent dinner. Service was a tad on the slow side, but not so much that it was annoying. The flavor of the dishes was super and the presentation was lovely. We each started with a Bloody Mary - a little stout for our tastes butt he waitress happily brought us a small carafe of mixer to add to ours. We had the Croque Monsieur Egg rolls, which were really good. Yes, "just ham and cheese" but it was *good* ham and cheese and the blueberry Dijon Kewpie mayo (sounded weird but tasted amazing) was the perfect compliment. For dinner we ordered the two specials, a steak and lamb chops. Had we not been in public I would have picked those little lamb ribs clean! No room for dessert. In fact, the steak was big enough that we are having steak and cheese omelettes for breakfast and a steak salad for lunch.

A hidden gem, off the beaten path, that extends a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Their menu features unique dishes and flavors not beholden to the conventional. Nick was out waiter and he was fantastic. The owner is around and he may stop by your table to say hello. They have indoor and outdoor seating options. It's a beautiful space and appropriately socially distanced. Get their early, parking in the lot can fill up in the evening. I recommend their Jerk Shark special and their Mango glazed Pork Chop. Both hearty serving sizes and served on a bed of pineapple rice. Fancy a drink? Try the Ginger Peachy with salted rim, it's like kissing the summer sunset. Amazing! Did I mention, they have a full sushi menu?? Check out my pics.

Maurice's has two restaurants. Personally, I love the ambiance in the back restaurant - it is modern with moody lighting, comfy and different seating (bar, table with bench, a little VIP area lol). I went there for a drink and ordered some sort of dessert bao bun that was awesome before dinner. The main dining room of Maurice's room has a ton of windows and tables with chairs. Service is excellent! The food is consistently great with a variety of options, including vegetarian options!

Served my wife the best Paella she has ever eaten. And we have been to Barcelona twaice! We were with a group of 36 who ate outside on a very hot night but the staff took great care of us.My pork chop was tender and delicious! Our Pinot Grigio was affordable and delish, but it was a little odd that they had no Sauvignon blanc on a Saturday night.

We love Maurice! Fresh seafood and steaks and they always aim to please. We recently tried the pork chop and it was excellent. Their service is fantastic as well. I can't recommend this restaurant enough.

My wife and I went there for an Anniversary Dinner. The service food and atmosphere was excellent.I thoroughly enjoyed the food.

Lunch on Friday afternoon was wonderful. The staff went out of their way to accommodate a friend in a wheelchair. We ended up eating in Kuchi and had a wonderful selection of sushi and the French Dip sandwich with truffle fries. We all want to go back to try the dim sum at Kuchi.

Fun atmosphere, incredible fare, and impeccable service! My boyfriend and I are regulars at this restaurant and are greeted like family at least once a week. We hardly ever miss their BBB special (Burger, Bourbon, Beer) for $13, and almost always supplement with a sushi roll from their fantastic selection. Prices are more than fair for the high quality you receive and whether you're seated inside, on the patio, or in the lounge, the ambience is always delightful. Definitely the best restaurant in a 30mi radius. Highly recommend!

Came here on the way home from Delaware. We wanted something not too heavy and ended up at this place. They were connected to another place called Kuchi Sabishii sushi which had just what we wanted. Tons of variety and small portions you can continue to order. The sushi was fresh and very unique. Flash fried sushi rolls did not disappoint. The restaurant itself had a very nice ambiance and our server for the most part was pretty attentive. However, when the restaurant got packed with parties, our service did slow down. I noticed another table waiting upwards of 10+ minutes for their server to even come by to offer them beverages. Only downfall of that experience but we came in at a time where it wasn't busy so we got our food fine. If we came later, then it would have been a different story, assuming from what I observed towards the end of our visit.

Maurice was a great restaurant with bold, innovative dishes that scored, and attentive service, albeit at a high price. Alas, those days are over. The same dishes are now served without the old panache, and crowds of discounted diners overwhelm the staff. Our last visit featured lack-luster food, no knives(!), staff too busy to respond, cold expresso, undrinkable cappuchino, very high priced alcohol ($15 for a short glass of wine), in a dining room packed with others paying a less than full price. If you can find it on Groupon, this may be worth a try. My last review was taken down after a complaint by Maurice that detail was lacking. Let's see how long this one lasts.

Best sushi on the ESVA!!! All of their specials are top notch as well. I have never had a bad meal here. My favorite roll is the Godzilla Roll. If dining in, I would recommend making a reservation & expect to be there for a couple hours. It's not that the service is slow, it's just a fine dining experience. They are very attentive. I recommend going on a Wednesday night for their BBB Special. Burger, beer, & a shot of bourbon for $13 (Can't get better than that!!). Thursday is their half price wine night. Highly recommend for any occasion!!!

Consistently excellent sushi, wonderful wine and cocktail list....owner and staff are pleasant and professional

Ate at Kuchi for the first time! Will DEFINITELY be back!!! Oh my goodness, the suchi was incredible! Had the jumbo veggie roll - perfect! Appetizer was bacon wrapped scallops - divine!!! Our waitress, Lily, was great and knew all the different desserts to choose from the top of her head. Ambiance was like something you'd except to find in NYC but it was very cool, different, bohemian, eclectic.... Something you wouldn't expect to find here on the Shore but super glad we do!!!! The only recommendation is to serve Midori Sour mixed drinks. Surprised that wasn't on the bar as it's a Japanese melon drink.

This place is our favorite restaurant in Onancock and quite frankly the best sushi you can get on the VA eastern shore. My husband and I have always enjoyed the main restaurant for special dinner dates, but since they have opened the lounge area next door, we visit more often. The atmosphere there is more casual, but defintely not a dive bar. They have couches, decorative pillows, and snazzy chandeliers. They have a $13 burger, beer, and bourbon special on Wednesdays you can't beat and it includes the tastiest truffle fries. The mixed drinks always look like a party in the cup! However, the star of the show is the sushi. It melts in your mouth and bursting with flavor. It does not matter what roll you get, I promise you, you will be happy. The presentation alone will make you smile.

So the first time I visited Maurice was 2022 for Valentine's day. It was a busy night, full house. The service was slow but we chalked it up to being very busy. I don't know this for a fact, but we suspect our waitress was the owner's wife. The food was very good, I had a ribeye that was huge and perfectly cooked. My wife had the special which was beef tip lasagna, which was excellent!! This place is pricey, it not an everyday place. Expect to pay about $30-40/ person. But, the waitress, THE WAITRESS!! If you are going to command gourmet prices to go with your experience, then the service should be at least enough warrant the price tag. The second time was tonight: Father's day. My wife made reservations and were sat promptly. And then here comes THE WAITRESS! I told myself, everyone has a bad day, a night. Give it a chance. So I opened my mind and embraced it. We got our drinks and everyone was settling in perusing the menu. I ordered sushi and my two sons did as well. My wife ordered the Pork tenderloin with pancetta. They have a very tasty charcuterie plate, we and ordered that. The appetizer came and we were happily munching on meats and cheeses. The waitress asked if I would like another beer, and I accepted. Well about this time a four top across from us was seated. As I was enjoying the evening I took note of the fact that they had the same older waitress. But there was one small problem. They seemed to get their drinks and appetizers with lightning speed. 20 minutes had passed and I had an empty beer glass staring at me. Meanwhile the other table, their glasses never got more than half full before water was filled and cold beers abounded! So eventually my beer arrives after a 20 minute hiatus from the waitress. Fast forward , from the time we finished our appetizer to our entree, 45 minutes of staring at the tablecloth. I enjoyed my time with my family and made idle conversation,I certainly was not expecting fast food times here folks.But just short of an hour for an entree to arrive at the table and adding to the fact we were never checked on other than to replace a glass of water that had a giant hair in it, was a little excessive. To add insult to injury, when the bill arrived the waitress had charged us $5 for rolls that she offered to my kids as a peace offering for taking so long! After a conversation with the owner and pleading my case he did take our 3 alcoholic drinks off the bill. But offered no condolence for the service or anything apathetic other than saying he adjusted the bill and whisked away. I would love to have been a pro football player, but I know my limitations. Just because you are part owner of a restaurant, does not impart you with osmotic powers of a wait person. Stick with opening wine and schmoozing with the customers.

The best, flavorful, interesting menu. The beet heirloom tomato salad was wonderful as was the crab cake. The salad was large enough to be a meal by itself. Loved it, wish we lived closer! Cocktails also amazing!

Delicious! I had Call lobster bisque your extractor. Put in my mouth as a stick to perfection. Also enjoyed the horseradish mashed potatoes-actually I devoured them!

Always one order away from a great meal. Stellar waitresses and super fine food just for the asking

Thank you so much! You always exceed expectations. The service was great, my questions were answered and I was given suggestions. The atmosphere was great the music was enjoyable with a nice mix of artists. All which enticed you to want to linger there longer. The food and drink tasted even better then the pic. The drink has a little surprise that comes with it to help you clean your palate. It also enhances the experience of the drink. So Check it out! You wouldn't be disappointed.

Excellent fusion menu. Service was quick and professional. The seafood and desserts were delicious. Can't wait to try their Sushi next time.

High class service and food hiding in the small town Onancock! We sat outside in the garden/patio, it was a Tuesday night and at one point we were the only table outside. Throughout the meal the friendly and professional service blew us away. The bottles of water on the table and the fly fans were nice touches. My husband started our meal with a cocktail off their menu, it was I got a class of cava which was amazing and a great price for $10 a glass. First of all- we are gluten free and we LOVED seeing all the GF options and the notes that some dishes could become GF. We started with mussels and the cheese/charcuterie board. The mussels were good- the sauce was more of a thick tomato sauce which was nice but we prefer when it's more of a broth so we can dip our fries in. The cheese board was probably the lowest point of the meal. We ordered it GF and to our surprise that just meant no crackers or bread. I can't believe for $14 they couldn't just have some GF crackers on hand. The meat was also very basic but the cheese and the honey, mustard and jam were amazing. For our main course ordered a bottle of the cava- it came out cold and it was presented and poured with ease. We then shared the stuff flounder with blue crab. Wow- it was sooooo good. A very large portion and was perfect for us to share. We ended the night with the flourless chocolate cake, need I say more? Overall, a very pleasant experience and we look forward to going back!

Restaurant set up was very cozy in French cottage style. Sushi was very fresh and nice. Waiters were very friendly. I ordered Virginia blue crab with flounder which was ok, not so much of taste. Enjoyable time. August 2021

Great dinner, service was wonderful. Love the family owned experience. High end but homey. We are usually disappointed by 'fusion' but every meal was well done. We had 2 young girls and they loved the food too. The owner Maurice was attentive and gracious.

Stopped in here on a road trip with my kids. It's a perfect date night place! The kids thought it was very fancy and enjoyed their wine glasses of ice water . I would recommend this place as a quiet spot, fairly priced, and with a great chef. I didn't meet the chef, but the food was excellent. The California roll should have been rolled a little tighter, but we can't complain about a generously sized roll with real lump crab meat. The salmon was so delicious that even my 5 year old was relishing it, and he doesn't typically like salmon. Props to them for having a lovely restaurant, kind staff, and a clean restroom, and for not raising an eyebrow at my coming in with two children underdressed.

Unique and delicious. Every bite has flavor and all the pieces work together on the dish. Cool chill vibe and great, friendly service. Great drink list too!

Maurice, the Owner, uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced when possible and puts a interesting spin on them. The fish is very fresh and my Mom loved the egg rolls.

My fiancé and I are on a cross country road trip from California to visit family and 2.5 weeks in this was by far our favorite meal. We tried maybe 7 or 8 different items to share between a group of 4 and every one was exceptional. Definitely recommend the soft shell crab or any sushi roll, the quality of seafood served here is superb. Wine list features bottles from all over the world at great price points. The service here is top notch and Sean is a wonderful host, we had a great time !

I'm between a 3/4 star rating. We ate here for brunch last month and one negative is the portions in some of their specials is small plate at best. My wife's dish was missing the hollandaise sauce which made he's rather bland. We did however enjoy the sushi but they need to be more clear sushi doesn't start until after noon. I'm writing this now debating if we should try again tomorrow and give them one more chance to see if refinement has been on their mind.

Just finished dinner here and writing this review as I sit on the porch since we are staying at the inn. This was one of the best meals we have had in months! The food was delicious and so fresh! We loved the variety of options! We had the crispy tuna roll and arancini to start which was amazing!! My husband had the porterhouse steak special and I had the shrimp cakes both were superb! We finished off the night sharing the lemon cake that was light and refreshing! Definitely check out this wonderful restaurant!

Excellent diverse menu, perfect presentation, amazing taste. Sushi is outstanding. PRICEY. But for the price don't even bother for a FREE refill on your $3.00 coffee after the "a la cart" feast. After dinner drinks - they make up pricing on a whim. I'm however still willing to revisit after 3 sittings. Hope the chef does not leave. Will see if they finally manage to undermine their excellence with their nickel and diming.

We LOVE Maurice and its new sidekick the Kuchi Lounge. From the warm croissants to the Croque Monsieur "egg rolls" to the crab cakes, spinach salad, and sushi rolls such as the Fiery Fried Flounder and Godzilla Rolls, the food is always delicious. The service is great and friendly as well. The Kuchi Lounge is such a surprise in the middle of the mostly rural Eastern Shore and all the cocktails and small plates (dumplings etc) are next level. Wine list is also fantastic. We go as often as possible.

Great food and wine pairings. Excellent sea food! Call ahead for reservations. The night we tried to go was full - went back the next and were very pleased we waited

This place is the BOMB. Food is amazing and service is even better. What is there more to say that this isn't one of the best restaurants on the shore. 10/10 recommendation!!

We celebrated a milestone birthday. My wife had Sushi which looked and tasted fabulous. I had the prime rib which was Presented well and was tasty. Can't wait to go back. The service was good and our meals came out in a timely manner.

We had dinner at Maurice's last night, and let me say: it's been a while since I've been to a restaurant in which every single thing I ate was so, consistently good! Fantastic quality, flavor, everything. We had the shrimp cocktail and arancini as appetizers. The shrimp came with an avocado-corn salad that was lime-y and crisp, and the shrimp was also the perfect texture. The arancini, covered in super-tasty tomato sauce, was also super satisfying. We then shared a spinach salad, which had cranberries, Virginia ham, blue cheese and balsamic. Also very tasty, which is something I don't often say about side salads. As an entree, we shared the paella, which was bursting with flavor. The seafood was incredibly fresh, and the rice was cooked perfectly. Most restaurants seem to offer desserts as an afterthought--not this place! We had a very generous slice of their lemon blueberry mascarpone cake, and it was simply scrumptious! The attention to detail is impeccable. Would 500% recommend.

We love going to Maurice's. Even with this COVID-19 issue they have the best take out. The staff is very accommodating. Shawn is the best host. Angie the bartender is excellent. I can't wait to dine in when this crisis is over. If you're considering Maurice's don't hesitate. Thanks Blair and John

Maurice was one of the best dining experiences I've had on the eastern shore since moving here, and honestly one of the best dining experiences I've had in general. Before I get into the real review I did want to say you definitely want to book a reservation! This will ensure you're able to get in, since they are smaller and seem dedicated to giving the best experience they can. That being said, once you've got your reservation you're good to go! The service was great, the waitress was very helpful and informative on specials and gave many recommendations. The inside is small but it feels quaint and not overly packed. It's also gorgeous inside and out. As someone who's native to Virginia Beach it was refreshing to have an amazing meal in a quiet location- as opposed to going downtown and dealing with packed parking lots, long wait times for everything, etc. Maurice really is a gem. We had two of the sushi rolls, both of which were very generously sized. We also enjoyed bacon wrapped scallops ( nicely cooked, not overly cooked and perfect flavor), stuffed flounder ( large portion and fresh taste), and some mussels with frites. The sauce for the mussels is a perfectly balanced tomato based broth which complimented the mussels well. If you like seafood, fusion cuisine, and unique dining experiences that are a break from the usual, I would definitely recommend checking it out. While it may be considered on the pricey side for some, it's right in line with other dining establishments on the shore or elsewhere, I was very happy with what we got for the price.

I've been staying at the Maurice AirBnB for 3 nights and it's been wonderful! The "green room" I'm in is very French-country charming and the restaurant is to die for!!! Had the "spicy scallops roll", the "lump crab cake", and tasted the lobster roll, chicken cordon bleu and pork belly. Topped it off with a dirty martini, their signature "Maurice Mule" and some local Viognier. Sean "Maurice" (the owner) is lovely as well as his staff. Highly recommend this place if you're in town or just passing by!!

The staff were wonderful and the chef came out personally to greet us during our meal. The food was excellent, especially the duck. Can't wait to go back.

Such a great spot with great food, great ambiance, great cocktails. We visit the ESVA every year to see family and decided to do a date night here as a treat. The crab stuffed flounder and paella were delicious. The grapefruit cocktail was refreshing and not too sweet. Parking can be a challenge, but Maurice was there to point us to extra parking across the street. We will definitely be making dinner here part of our annual vacation tradition.

Never disappointing. We always try something new or the Chefs specials. Great choices that most have never tried before. The adult beverage choices are unlimited. The Proprietor and his Staff are always very attentive and knowledgeable. Very easy to understand why they have such great reviews. Whether you live here or are visiting,You owe yourself a trip to dine with them.

My client took me there for a delightful dinner and experience. The atmosphere was perfect after a very long day. Very clean, relaxing and exceptional service. The owner even came out to say hello and explained a menu choice I had inquired about. The sea bass was 'the best' - oh so fresh. If you are looking for a 'dining experience,' Maurice is 'the place.'

Maurice has survived the pandemic as a new business. Their creative preparation and service is the reason they are so popular. Meals are both delicious to the pallet and to the eye! My favorite drink there is the Maurice Mule. They also have a nice venue on the property for small parties and special occasions along with in house catering and drinks.

I made reservations for last night at 7 PM. When I arrived, no one was there to greet us. Finally someone said, "someone will be with you". After another five minutes someone else did arrive and asked if we had a reservation. I told her yes and she said that we were not on the reservation list. She conferred with the person who made our reservation, and told us that we would have to wait 15 minutes because they had no reservation under my name. I have no idea what the food taste like, but the treatment was very shabby.

Husband wanted to try desert so share the lemon berry cake. It was the best part of dinner. First taste got a delicious reaction. That is what the entire meal should be like when going to a nice restaurant. Very disappointed in the meal. Bloody Mary was great but blue crab stuffed flounder was pretty bad. The flounder was way over cooked and tasteless. It was suppose to have a lobster claw on top. It was shriveled rubber. Have had their soups before and they are good.

First visit this week. The food was outstanding. The presentation was superb. The owner came over to talk to us and that was such a nice touch. However, it was tough to distinguish the waitstaff from any of the other customers. I know things are a bit more relaxed on the lower Eastern Shore, but the linen tablecloths and napkins gave a "finer" dining experience impression. Additionally, it took three tries to get our bill correctly, and two requests for an additional beverage. All that being said, I will DEFINITELY GO BACK. In my opinion, it's the best restaurant down here.

Great tasting and looking food, great atmosphere, very unique. All the sushi is good, our favorites were Godzilla, seaside, and dragon and they never disappointed. Crab cakes were amazing. Service is always phenomenal. Don't forget to wave at the cockatoo upstairs, she is 30+ years old the owner told us!

Absolutely outstanding! Food was amazing as well as the staff and the atmosphere! Best Sushi I've ever had, hands down! I would highly recommended this place if your on The Eastern Shore!

Had a take-out of sushi...The worst! All rolls were dry without any souces over them No flavor what so ever to anything. Soy souce was the only souce in the container.....The hostess had a major attitude when I brought it back. We had dined there before...many times....but will not return. Mainly because of the hostess' attitude. I've been in food industry for several decades...and would never treat a customer in that manner.

Every year we stay at The Inn at Onancock and our host Kim and Matt are like family. This year Kim suggested we try the newest food fair in the village, Maurice('s). I don't know why this little hidden village which pretty much closes down after labor day has some of the finest chefs in a bunch of randomly placed eateries, but they sure do. This town is like a chef mecca. The newest addition MAIRICE with no S is no exception tot he rule we have found... all is great at Onancock. We had Pork Bellies and fusion French and Thai egg roll, along with the thickest juiciest park chop one could ever expect. My wife and I shared our plate and thank goodness we did, with much remaining after. Portions are massive but the flavors are exquisite. Overall, two appetizers, some bottled water, and a main entree to die for, all for under $40. Prices aside. This is a wonderful eaterily withbfresh food, a rotating wonderful menu, and staff that cares. The atmosphere is cozy and subtle. We will return.

One of the more upscale places in town with white tablecloths. Food was unique and thoughtfully crafted. Atmosphere was cramped and loud. Service was alright. Unfortunately, got sick after eating there. Maybe just got a bad shrimp or something. Ice cream spot across the street.