Bubba's Seafood Restaurant and Crabhouse

Nora was so friendly and welcoming. The food was really good, and the service was even better. We placed an order at the bar. The service was quick and efficient. My group ordered raw oysters, oysters Rockefeller, hush puppies, and a classic burger with slaw. I loved the sauce for the slaw! Everything was delicious. The burger was cooked perfectly! We truly loved the personal care the service team provided.

If you’re looking for a classic crab shack vibe with a nice lake view, Bubba’s is the place to go. It’s your standard, traditional seafood spot you’d expect to find in Virginia Beach. The flavors are good and perfect for a casual date night, but nothing particularly wow that makes you crave it again and again. What really makes Bubba’s great is the value. Prices are reasonable, the seafood is fresh, and the laid-back atmosphere hits that nostalgic, local favorite feel. I keep coming back for the memories and to support a hometown staple. 8/10.

Shout-out to the fisherman that caught the fish, the host for finding our seats, the server that recommended the fish, the chef for cooking the fish, and the owner for putting it all together. The calamari with spicy aoli was popping We ordered the catch of the day x3 Tuna Steak (medium), 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Crab stuffed Flounder, 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Crab stuffed Rockfish, 🔥⭐🔥⭐🔥 Everything was off the wall good. The waiter recommended the rockfish and he was spot on. I don't care for fish at all but my rockfish disappeared within minutes. We will be returning to this restaurant every single time we are in town. Absolutely fantastic.. had to let the owner know how much we enjoyed it. We also walked away with purchasing tons of apparel.. excellent experience See y'all next time 🙏

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had an outstanding experience at Bubba’s Seafood Restaurant & Crab House! The views were absolutely stunning, making the meal even more enjoyable. The food was delicious and fresh, with generous portions and great variety. On top of that, the service was attentive, friendly, and truly exceptional. A must-visit spot for anyone who loves seafood and a beautiful dining experience!

I have eaten at almost every seafood, waterfront restaurant in Virginia Beach and this has to be one of my favorites. While the food is similar to others the view and atmosphere is better than most (and to be fair the fish was cooked better than most places). I ordered a seafood trio and it was so flavorful! I even had my first Oyster Rockefeller (while the world may hate my opinion on this, it's not my favorite item as I'm not a big fan of bacon. Despite my own preference, it was still well cooked and flavorful). My mocktail was like a dessert and the views were beautiful! Portions were great as well! Will be back!

My son and I had a pleasant time at this location for his birthday. While the ambiance was pleasant and the bartender made good drinks, I felt they could have put a bit more effort into singing “Happy Birthday.”

The thing that stands out here is the scenery on the porch facing the water. You are right there to feel the breeze and watch boats go by, while eating a great lunch or dinner. We happen to be on a daddy & daughter date before she goes back to college. My daughter picked the fried crab cake sandwich while I chose the Bubba Burger ( beef patty with the standard lettuce and tomato, but with crab topping.) I asked it to be cooked medium rare, but was informed that the cook wasn't sure how to. So, well done was the closest option. Although the burger was good, it was the crab that made it. The crab portion was incredibly small and I would have at least doubled it and added an appropriate seasoning in the burger to knock it out of the park. My daughter loves crab and she said it was the best she has ever had. She went home full and happy. When you have finished your meal, you can walk just a few steps to the dock and dream you had a fishing pole in your hand. The sun sat just out of sight to the right, but close enough to see the beautiful array of pink and red colors to complete our visit. My burger was just under $20 while the crab sandwich was a bit more. The service was good and our water glass never went dry.

A wonderful seafood restaurant with a stunning river view. The dishes were fresh and flavorful, the service attentive, and the atmosphere relaxing yet elegant. Perfect spot to enjoy great food and a beautiful setting — I will definitely be back

Soooo good!!! We only came here for drinks but because it was still nice out, we opted to sit outside and have a few drinks. We ended up having the whole back patio to ourselves. Our waitress was nice and attentive without being hovering. The hours are great for locals. Looking forward to coming back soon!!!

The ambiance and scenery are everything. You can sit right on the water, take in the view, and just enjoy the vibes. Inside, the restaurant is spotless (which I pay close attention to), and the service matched the environment, friendly and attentive. The happy hour and drink specials were amazing. I went for a catch-up with one of my homegirls, and we ordered some drinks and appetizers to share. I'm a total sucker for calamari, and Bubba's did not disappoint. The drinks were on point, strong to feel it, but not overdone. To top it all off, I was lucky enough to catch a few dolphins swim by while we were eating. It honestly made the whole experience.

Best crab cakes I had all trip! I got them broiled and they tasted so fresh. Unfortunately they didn't have the whole crab Jimmies when we went, so my partner got the soft shell crab instead and seemed to enjoy it. The service was also quick and attentive, and handled our large group (including some kiddos) with grace. We sat outside which wasn't too hot given the fans and the waterfront, so also was able to enjoy the view.

We took advantage of a beautiful October afternoon and came here and sat outside. They do have indoor dining too. We were sat right away. Keep in mind that if you sit closest to the water the speakers are right above you and the music is loud. Yes....I am showing my age. I do wish it wasn't quite so loud but I am not old enough to complain.....yet. :) Lots of seafood options and lots of fresh fish. The menu is small and not super casual. Meaning that there are no tacos, nachos etc. I had my heart set on fish tacos but there were none. I did get the shrimp cocktail and a baked potato. Others got a meal with 2 sides. She chose halibut. And the other person got a crab cake sandwich with fries or coleslaw. FYI...if you like orange crushes with crushed ice this is not the place. Our waitress was very nice although it took awhile for our food to come out. Everything was good....no complaints. The presentation of the shrimp was mehhhh. But I did love how the coleslaw was served. It looked really nice. Beautiful views. And they have daily specials like Ladies Night on Tuesdays with $3 champagne and on Wednesday they have $6 Crushes and Sangria. Definitely worth a visit.....you can't beat the views and the seafood is fresh.

We went to bubba's for a work dinner on a Wednesday. There is a parking lot that is shared with other businesses but it was plenty big. It was beautiful outside so I expected the restaurant to be busier but it wasn't. We walked in and got a table by the window. We ordered stuffed mushrooms and honestly they were the best thing I had - full of crab and seasoned well. The cole slaw was really unique - crunchy and fresh. You mix in the sauce yourself so you can adjust as you prefer. The fries were really good (crispy and well cooked), but definitely needed some salt and pepper. The crab cakes were ALL crab which is awesome. I wish they had a little more seasoning but that's just a personal preference. They have a great selection of fish and crab, so if you want seafood you should definitely check this place out!

The food was scrumptious. This is my first time, trying a soft shell crab, and it was cooked to perfection. I love the crispiness of the crabs and the flavor was exceptional. My waitress was so helpful and professional. I did not have to wait long for my food which was a major plus. Now the food was delicious, but the ambience was perfect. This restaurant overlooks the water and I enjoyed every moment of it. I will definitely be returning because there's so much that I would like to try. My drink was adorable with a little duck inside. Plus I was able to customize my entrée. A great time was had.

Gorgeous water views!! Delicious food and family atmosphere but romantic at the same time- especially in the evening. Very friendly staff Highly recommend the crab cakes and shrimp.

Beautiful waterside dining with gorgeous view and great seafood. The special of the day was Rockfish with lobster meat in the middle and it was amazing. The oysters rockerfeller were perfect too. Our server was great and they made delicious butterscotch old fashioned.

Had a wonderful family dinner here during the holidays! This place has it all - delicious food, festive cocktails, amazing service with super-friendly staff, and it's right on the water! We will definitely be back during the summer to sit outside and watch the boats go by!

First of all our server, Magen, was awesome but couldn't save the poor food. We both had the She Crab soup and it was decent, not Maninio's but OK. My wife had the fried shrimp, they were lack luster with not much flavor and I had the broiled seafood platter, Oyster Rockefeller was tasteless as were the fish and Scallops, fries were dry with not much flavor redeeming value. Never to return!!!!!!!!!

She-crab soup is fabulous. View is fabulous! Our waitress was fabulous! Generous drinks! We can't wait to go again!

Great shrimp, great views, nice people. Water fowl friends. Stella was a great server.

Not flexible in manner in which customer wants seafood cooked. Do not offer fried seafood platter. Only broiled. Servings generous (fried oysters). Fairly expensive $30 each. She crab soup was awesome but served only in cups!

Would give this place a 1/10 the food is mediocre at best. We ordered cheesy bread and we got garlic bread with a cube of cheese melted on top There's no seasoning on the crab legs. Cannot exchange any food.

Good food and good views. Staff is friendly and attentive and the fresh catch of the days is consistently good! Would recommend

Been going to this restaurant for 20 years, but today was the worse experience we've ever had. It was obvious the server did not want to be there. She was condescending and downright rude. In addition, since when was balsamic vinegar dressing added to a classic cold shrimp Ceasar Salad? Why would anyone question my not wanting it. Also, don't look so shocked when I ask you to please bring me a drink that doesn't have the previous customers lipstick prints all over the glass! Really??? Actually the server from the next table redid everything since ours never checked on us except to argue and then give me the wrong bill! We are always very respectful of servers but it was so obvious she did not want to help us. $50 bucks later- I'm extremely disappointed! What a disaster! And no, I didn't stiff her. I should have but I was raised to be respectful.

Food was terrible. Way way overly salted. Crab soup had fishy taste...not crab? Portions were just OK. "Bowl of soup" was about 2/3 cup... Waiter was nice, but seemed more interested in shift ending.

Decent place on the water. Staff were kind of standoff ish and didn't really stop by the table. Calamari was over cooked and the she crap soup wasn't that good. The catch of the day sandwich was pretty decent though. The overall vibe was typical for the area.

Delicious she crab soup and boiled salmon sandwich! Both a great recommendation from Kayla our barmaid/waitress! Beautiful view of the sound!!!

Gorgeous set up out back especially in the summer! Food was great, I had the chicken sandwich and it was delicious. Our waitress was attentive and very sweet, the food also came out fast and hot!

Food: Great selection, fresh and the serving was nicely served. Service: Francis was an amazing waiter didn't have to ask for refill he was on point. And the view was amazing !!

We love this place. Having found it years ago we're happy to make the trip up to Shore Drive, We like to visit for lunch, the deck is great. This review is regarding the Large Fresh Garden Salad with a Crab Cake - one of two items ordered. Note, three stars on the menu may mean market price, since the $9 salad billed at $24 on the check... GREAT Crab cake!!! Salad, not great though. a good portion for a small salad maybe but just not what I had expected - it was ... just could have been better.

Was reluctant to visit given some of the reviews but we could not have been more impressed. I has the soft shell sandwich, my wife has the stuffed mushrooms as her meal, another had the Greek salad and another the chicken sandwich. Everything was excellent. Service was great and prices were reasonable. Sat on the back deck on a beautiful day. What more could you ask for.

Great food! Was visiting Virginia Beach with family and dined at Bubba's. The coleslaw is the best I've ever eaten and the fish cooked to perfection. Definitely a busy venue but the wait staff and cooks keep pace very well. Wine selection was decent and also offer some specialty drinks.

Ambiance was good, waitress (Selena) was spectacular. The food was atrocious. We ordered calamari to start (wayyyyy too much breading and the calamari was rubbery). For entrees, one of us got a crabcake sandwich (decent), one got fried shrimp, and one got the seafood platter. The latter two dishes resembled something you get at Long John Silvers. I am not one for leaving poor reviews, but I'm shocked that a seemingly nice restaurant served such garbage food.

The server was nice enough maybe not overly enthused but not rude. But the food was far from what I remembered previously. The crab cake was horrible and full of vegetables, you couldn't even taste crab and it was mushy. The crab soup was pasty and tased like flour and no crab was to be found. The fried seafood was advertised as fresh but it could have been Sysco for the quality and taste. It's still a great location for a view but not somewhere I'll be returning for food.

Went for Dinner Food - 5/5. Oysters were fresh with a clean flavor. The plating on them was adorable! Their claim that their she-crab soup is voted best is VB seemed warranted as it was absolutely delicious. There was a good amount of crab to enrich the soup with its briny goodness, cream to create the velvety mouthfeel and the hint of sherry made for a robust aftertaste. The crabcake sandy was alright. The crabcake itself was pretty good being mostly crab and having a beautiful golden-brown color. However, the bread was off-putting as it was stale, dry and untoasted. Since bread is a major component of a sandwich and a big ratio of every bite, this ruined the experience. Service - 4/5. Service was quick and professional. Server was great at the timing of checking up on us. Value - 4/5. Prices are standard with the oysters being $2.50 a piece and the soup being $8 for the cup. Those two felt fine but the crabcake sandwich being market price felt like too much, especially considering that the sandwich wasn't very enjoyable. The average price will probably be in the mid to higher 20s which is really high for what it was. I have a feeling the other items will be of good value as well, minus the crabcake. Parking - Private Lot (Free)

Great customer service so welcoming and warm, I had the mango lemonade mango lemonade and snow crab legs. There wasn't a lot people when I went but the tables are pretty close. Great view would eat there again.

My husband and I ordered the crab cakes and they were the worst - they were store brought something from a discount grocery store. Also a crabhouse that no longer sells blue crabs - according to the waitress the restaurant stop selling crabs because the customers were taking to long to eat them and not enough turn over on tables. If you want blue crabs go to Margie and Ray Crabhouse in Sandbridge about 7 miles from Virginia Beach - it will be worth it.

Stopped here on our way back from Cape Charles on a day-trip, and What A Find! We got here too late for lunch, and just wanted a light snack to get us through until dinner. Ordered a dozen steamed oysters. Possibly the best oysters EVER! ....and we LIVE on the Rappahannock River, which is SO well known for its oysters.... The oysters were HUGE for the most part, with a couple of smallish ones, and ALL were perfectly cooked! I prefer smaller oysters, so it was perfect! The service was great, too, we were greeted as soon as we entered, and then had a great seat on their back porch overlooking Lynnehaven Inlet. Excellent view, amazing service, and stellar oysters....and all for a very reasonable price, too! What's not to love?

First impression: This wasn't our first pick for dinner, but was able to get seated right away (party of 2 on a Sunday) and had a great view for a sunset. Didn't care for the bathroom right when you enter, but least I knew where it was. Food: They were out of the fried oysters so stuck with calamari, she crab soup, salad, and fries. The drink I got was great, but wasn't impressed with the menu nor the food. I did devour the salad, but expected fresher calamari pieces as it tasted kinda cold and rubbery. I'd prefer tentacles and crispier calamari. The soup tasted like it had an overpowering taste of the alcohols they use, too much to enjoy. Service: Friendly but forgot our she crab soup and had to ask for it. It happens, so I didn't mind but definitely should have came out earlier. Aesthetically pleasing with a great view and would come back for drinks and the view.

Bubba's deserves four stars just for the view & beachy laid back ambiance. There's nothing more calming than sitting out on the deck looking over the Lynnhaven Inlet with boats passing so close that it feels as if you can almost touch them. The location is off the south side of Shore Drive, just east of the Lesner Bridge. There are several popular restaurants in that same area overlooking the Inlet. So don't worry about how you're dressed. Worry about whether you can get a parking space or table, especially during tourist season, within a reasonable amount of time. Timing is everything and weekdays are much easier than the weekend. Don't even think about wine. You have to try one of the beachy drinks. Their Bloody Mary will blow you away. The elaborate garnish even includes a yummy large steamed shrimp. If your server is the Manager, he enjoys choosing your drink. Its fun! I must admit that they have the best Cole slaw I've ever tasted. It's so simple but fabulous, consisting of shredded cabbage & red cabbage - a lot of it! There is a very light, sweet sauce that fits the simplicity to perfection. The seasonal vegetable was a nice sized serving of broccoli. Of course the meal began with oysters on the half shell. They were tasty, but not the large size I prefer. I ordered fried shrimp because Covid fear has kept me from them for so long. Not having had fried food in recent years I found them to have a bit too much batter. Next time I'll avoid fried. Not your fault Bubba's! If you want a meal with a view, the breeze off the Bay blowing through your hair & the smell of salt water with a hint of the fresh catch being brought in to the seafood market next door then you must try Bubba's. It's a Virginia Beach institution.

This place is a must, must, MUST if you are in the area and looking for that good seafood. They have everything from freshly caught fish, crab, shrimp... the list goes on and on! I have patronized this business as a casual outing, ordering take out, as well as a hosted event. Each time I've been here, or ordered out from here, it has been just an absolutely perfect experience. The waiters and management staff are knowledgeable and helpful. They even bring a great sense of humor, along with a pound of freshly steamed crab legs, to the table. Which just so happens to be my absolute favorite. They have several different seating options available here. Of course, there is always the inside seating, which still provides you with that "beachy" feel you are looking for when enjoying seafood. They also have outdoor seating, which I have to say is preferable for me. You are essentially seated on a dock, with full service, and one incredible view of the waterfront. Having an evening meal here turns into a true show as you watch the sun go down from the comfort of your dinner chair. 10/10 will always recommend Bubba's! I already can't wait to head back.

Love this place! Happy Father's Day!! We are regulars and the food is consistently excellent.

Unsure how many stars to give. The food tasted great especially the crab cake since it's mostly meat unlike other places that's mostly filled. However, I got horrible food poisoning this time when I visited. The only thing I ordered differently from the rest of my table was the clam chowder. We all shared the calamari and got the same crab cake entree. I spent maybe 6 hours in the bathroom experiencing the worst. Service was alright considering how busy it was when we went. Love the view of the beach, great place to watch sunset and boats drifting by. Kinda traumatized, so not sure if I would go back.

BEAUTIFUL OUTSIDE VIEW AND LOTS OF SEAFOOD! * Price: I spent around $5 for the Clam Chowder and $17ish for the Bubba Burger. Considering it was seafood, The price was great for the portions received. * Food: I started off with a New England Clam Chowder Chowder as my appetizer and it tasted amazing. The texture was consistent with a fair amount of clam and the soup was flavorful. As my main meal, I got the Bubba Burger (cheese, bacon, crabmeat) which came with a side of fries while my friend got the Southern Bay Dinner (Lightly Fried Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce). The burger was so filling that I could only finish half. It could've used a bit more crab but overall, it was a great burger. * Cleanliness/Setting: Eat outside if you want a beautiful waterfront view! There were boats passing by every 5 minutes or so and the environment was nice and peaceful. * Service: Our waitress were really sweet and frequently checked up on us. The food came out quick and the service was excellent.

Ordered the yellowfin tuna sandwich for $16.95. It was more bun than the fish. I do not recommend it.

The food was bland no flavor. Crabcakes were terrible. Salad was served without any dressing. Burgers overcooked adk for medium. The service was slow. Ambiance was ok the group I was with said they wouldn't come again..

I have tried now 3 TIMES to leave this review. I've said nothing inappropriate so I have no idea what's going on. But I have defended this restaurant for YEARS to people who have slammed it as terrible and overpriced. But yesterday was the end for me. The restaurant wreaked of gas when I arrived, but I chose to sit outside. Ordered a salad with tuna. Tuna was very good, but smaller than the size of palm. The salad was awful. Shriveled cucumbers that looked very old and lettuce that tasted like it was dirty. Only took 2 bites and was put off. Asked for a roll and it came cold and hard as a rock........as well as the butter packet I had to also request. The roll wasn't even breakable as it just completely crumbled. The "waiter" was friendly, but I think he might have been a cook...at least I hope he was as he has food gook all over his sleeves. Not appetizing to see. When it was obvious I had only eaten the tuna, the "server" asked me how everything was. I was nice, but truthful and he said "that's too bad" and handed me the card reader. NOT impressed. This was it for me. Oh by the way...I was the ONLY person in the entire restaurant due to it being 2pm so you'd think they'd be able to cater nicely to their one customer. Um...no. I used to really like this place. Buy now I agree with my friends.

This food was terrible. Calamari came out cold, crab lump meat was not fresh or was left out...it had a bad smell in both the mushrooms and crab cakes. The cold slaw is thin shredded lettuce with a blob of mayo mix on top, looked entirely unappealing and lazy - not something you want to even take a bite of. I have eaten crab cakes from coast to coast and these were the worst I ever tasted in my life. I'm just hoping I don't get sick tonight. Baked potato had thick burnt skin like to was over cooked, but at least I could each that. There are plenty of places to eat seafood on the water, skip Bubbas trust me.

Our first time here. Great view while dining. Food was delicious. Awesome service. I liked the rum punch. French fries were perfectly crisp and not too salty. Fish tasted fresh. Tartar sauce was tasty.

Food was not impressive and definitely over-priced, but the view of the bay/atmosphere was quite nice. The service was decent, as well, especially considering how busy it was when my family and I went. I don't think I would go again though. There are certainly nicer, less expensive and larger portioned meals on the waterfront.

Our usual spot to get soft shell crab sandwiches. So small today when online I see everywhere getting whales in! Waitress was doused in awful perfume; she seemed stoned out of her mind and never returned for our refills we asked for until we were ready to leave. Very disappointed!

Do not eat here. Food is terrible. Food not hot, not even warm. Food not cooked. Asked for a baked potato and told they didn't have one even though it was on the menu. Waitress poured butter all over my guest, ruining her blouse and didn't even apologize.

The hostess was excellent she really made the extra experience special. The views are breathtaking and peaceful The crab was fresh and delicious I would definitely come back to Bubbas on my next trip

The food was amazing, I got chicken tenders and fries yet asked my family members who got actual sea food and they said it was very scrumptious, the service was quick, nice, and very helpful. I was knocked off my feet with the crunch and marvelous taste of the French fries, it about made me burst with pure excitement, the place was well cleaned and organized, we felt welcomed and comfortable here, very great staff, It was quiet and not very busy, which made it nice to relax and just enjoy our meal. I do recommend

Came here with family for a dinner and it was such a cute place with an amazing view of the waterfront. Great date spot if you ask me for all you love birds out there. We came here to get fresh oysters and they the famous she crab soup. Both were great and as hyped up as people have said it was. The crab patties were tasty as well. The chicken burger we got on the other hand was dry and the saltines crackers they gave us for the soup were stale. But our server was very attentive, I forgot his name. Maybe Colton or something like that. We could tell he was very busy but he kept checking on our table to make sure we were ok. Overall, it was a good experience minus a few thing.

I love going to Bubbas it is one of my favorite restaurants in Virginia Beach. The bartenders and some of the servers know my family when we go in. The service is usually great, the food comes out in a timely manner, and the owners are very involved. We usually get the same things every time the famous fried shrimp, crab legs and/or crap cakes. I always get a Miami vice or Pina colada and they are are always sooo good! The ambiance is nice, you can either sit at the bar, inside the restaurant at a table or outside and watch the boats go past. If you haven't tried this restaurant you s should! It's a MUST! I do wish they had a better kids meal, my daughter ends up getting a adult meal and having so much food that she wastes.

put in for a table of two. took almost an hour 1/2 by then we sat at the bar. then the manager (who was drinking on the job), walks over and said she had been calling me. I had received no calls at all, she was lying. very homophobic as well because I caught her skipping my party of two on purpose.