The Deadrise

Seafood restaurant · Hampton

The Deadrise

Seafood restaurant · Hampton

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100 McNair Dr, Hampton, VA 23651

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Fresh seafood with sunset views & outdoor seating  

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100 McNair Dr, Hampton, VA 23651 Get directions

thedeadrisefishhouse.com
@thedeadriseva

$20–30

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100 McNair Dr, Hampton, VA 23651 Get directions

+1 757 788 7190
thedeadrisefishhouse.com
@thedeadriseva

$20–30

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A Fort Monroe waterfront staple for local crab cakes, rockfish, and deckside sunsets. Covered by regional news confirming continued operations during marina changes and consistently praised by travelers for relaxed Chesapeake Bay seafood done right.

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An intimate fish house above Old Point Comfort Marina with sunset views across Mill Creek. Coastal Virginia Magazine and Chesapeake Bay Magazine praise its Chesapeake classics, from crab cakes to the big fish sandwich.

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Jessica Shayuth

Google
My husband and I stumbled upon this place while in the Hampton area for a conference, and we were blown away. We expected the beautiful view and relaxed vibes to come at the cost of mediocre food, but we couldn’t have been more wrong. The seafood was absolutely incredible—fresh, flavorful, and easily the best we've had in a long time. Plus, the portions were generous and matched the quality perfectly. We were so pleasantly surprised and have already decided we’ll be coming back every single year. This spot is a must-visit!

Jas Rodriguez

Google
I’ve been coming to Dead Rise whenever I can for over 6 years. The menu has always offered a nice variety to satisfy seafood cravings, and the views outside are always beautiful. The fans, the atmosphere—it’s always been an amazing vibe. I’ve never had an issue with service. In fact, my service today was top tier as always. But the food quality has significantly declined. I paid $36 for a dish that had no more than 4 shrimp, which were heavily peppered and soaked in butter. The crab and scallops were also disappointing. The vegetables tasted like they came straight from a frozen bag, and the potatoes had no flavor at all—no seasoning, nothing. I didn’t even finish my meal. I just asked for a box so I could take it home and season it myself. While sitting outside, two different groups leaving asked me how my meal was. I told them it wasn’t as good as it used to be—and they agreed, sharing that they had to send some food back. At the end of the day, I feel like I only paid for the service and the atmosphere, not the food. Really, really disappointed because this used to be one of my favorite spots.

May Zaporteza

Google
This restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating by the marina. I usually order some crab dip when I see it on the menu, and theirs was good! The crab stuffed flounder was a big serving, so my husband only ate half of it at the restaurant, and I had the rest for dinner...it was delicious!

Brandy Jordan

Google
Waterfront dining without the fine-dining fuss! We arrived during golden hour and waited outside for a table — the view was absolutely gorgeous and made the time pass quickly. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to eat outside, but it was pretty busy, so we understood. Inside is casual and a little noisy, but not in an unpleasant way — just the sound of people enjoying themselves over good food. We loved the flavor-packed She Crab Soup. This one was different from most I’ve had — just a kick of spice instead of the sweeter versions I’m used to, and we really enjoyed the change. The crab dip was insane. The menu said it came with Ritz crackers, but they must have upgraded this night because we got fried pita instead — and it was amazing. Big, plentiful lumps of crab made it even better. For my entrée, I ordered the seafood nachos because I’m obsessed with both nachos and seafood — so why not? Unfortunately, I was left disappointed. Everything but the seafood itself was prepared well, but the seafood was really dark and soft, and the texture and taste just weren’t what I expected. My fiancé ordered the fried shrimp and absolutely loved her meal. Our server was friendly, attentive, and quick with drink refills. All in all, we’ll definitely be back — but next time I’ll skip the nachos and stick to that fantastic soup and crab dip.

Robert Swanson

Google
Well I finally found what I was looking for. The best she crab soup in Hampton Roads. I planned to have dinner at the Deadrise restaurant on Fort Monroe then watch the fireworks. Thinking of the crowds and the waiting to get back home I decided to have an early dinner then get out of dodge before the shooting started. Parking was easy but there were only a few people in the restaurant at 4 o’clock. Had to pause to admire the view of the marina and the daunting stair case. There’s a nice covered outside seating area. Inside was nice and cool. Not a very big place. The friendly waiter at the bar got me going with a drink and the shrimp cocktail arrive in a few minutes. Nice and fresh with a kicking cocktail sauce. Possibly the best shrimp yet on this visit. Chatted with the waiter about the old Painted Lady and my introduction to she crab soup. Well this is the closest yet. Flavorful base with lots of crab meat. Not to thick like all the rest have been. Came with a nice chunk of fresh bread instead of the ubiquitous oyster crackers. Didn’t try the key lime pie till the next morning and it was great even then. Highly recommend trying this place ! Oh, Noticed the small elevator on my drive out. Not sure if it’s for the restaurant or not. Best to check if you might need it 🤔

Marcus Barkley

Google
One of the top recommended restaurants in the Hampton, VA- and for good reason. When my wife and I visited on a hot Sunday evening, we had to wait a bit for a table because the place is understandably busy, but the option of the dock bar right on the water made the short wait very enjoyable. And the drink specials are fun and very fairly priced. The dining room is tight to accommodate all the business and the servers certainly seemed very busy, but it has a charm that harkens to the waters edge location well. I got the breaded and fried flounder sandwich, which was one of the better fried fish sandwiches I have had, and the choice to have it on a large King's Hawaiian sweet bun tied it all together very well. My wife got the po' boy with clam strips, and it was also very well done. It was hard to choose entrees since a lot of menu items were quite enticing, and I'm only disappointed I'm nowhere near this restaurant to try more. It's a must stop if you're in the surrounding area and want to get some really good, unpretentious seafood in a fun atmosphere with a lovely view.

Qbrid

Google
She-crab soup is top drawer, hush puppy’s are nice and crunchy, also had the broiled trio, the crab cake in it was huge and all crab, for $38 it was quite the catch! This is well cooked, well served seafood with a marina view. The prices are fair and the drinks cold and well made. When in the area it is well worth the stop. Thanks for a nice meal and friendly service.

Steve Gray

Google
Food was good ... Not exceptional, but good. Others have said they lack seasoning but we didn't experience that. I only gave it a 4 because of the value to quality. It wasn't the cheapest but wasn't the best. If the price is high the food should be exceptional. Ambiance was good and staff was friendly though they were very busy!
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Derick M.

Yelp
No better way to spend a warm summer night watching the sunset than at The Deadrise! Huge portion sizes. Cheap drinks. Breathtaking views. Fresh seafood. What's not to love! Shoutout Gavin for being an amazing server. He had detailed recommendations, the inside scoop on what people usually like the best, and was on top of refills and making sure we were all set. I got the fried flounder basket and my wife got the fried flounder sandwich...we'd recommend both!
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June J.

Yelp
Today, I had a taste for a crab cake, so I took a ride down to Deadrise. I went at a great time because they were not busy at all. I was a party of 1 and seated right away. The server was attentive and my food came out very quickly. The fries were hot (heat not not spicy of course!) the crab cake still has a memorable flavor and chunks of crab. It was just a little small (didn't quite fill my bun) but filling. 4.5 STARS! As good as I remembered with heat service. Just wanted my crab cake a tad bigger but it's not enough to keep me from this place. I'll definitely be back!
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Franklin G.

Yelp
The food is very delicious and fresh! I came here on a whim with my wife because we wanted food and happened to be near the beach. We throughly enjoyed the food despite not being big fans of seafood. The portions were also a good amount and we had left overs. The staff are friendly and attentive. There is both outdoor and indoor seating. Indoor has A/C but we opt for outside to get the cool ocean breeze. Will definitely stop by again when I'm in the area again.
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Ashley H.

Yelp
Enjoyed dining at The Deadrise. Food and service were good. However, I wish the deck dining area had more cover. My husband and I regretted requesting outdoor seating. We went for dinner around 5:30 and were seated on the bottom tier of the deck dining. As the sun sets on that, there was absolutely no cover from the sun. Will definitely be returning, but sitting inside next time.
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Chris K.

Yelp
The Deadrise is a laid-back bar and restaurant near Fort Monroe on the water. Food is excellent and service is fun, friendly, and efficient. We started with an order of the She Crab Soup, which was large enough for us to share and was filled with crab and delicious! For entrees, we enjoyed the fish tacos, which were made of grilled mahi mahi today, and the salmon avocado BLT with crispy fries. Both meals were nicely seasoned. The BLT came in a hoagie type of bun, which was a little too much bread for me so I ate it as an open-faced sandwich, consuming only the top layer of the bun, which contained the avocado spread on it. Parking is in an open lot next door. You need to be able to climb stairs to the restaurant, as it's on the second floor. They also have a very nice outside dining deck.
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janell J.

Yelp
Sooo this place stole my heart with the chefs special buffalo shrimp recipe! The shrimp are about the size of my wrist and are amazingly juicy and delicious! It's a fish bar restaurant so the ambiance is fairly casual. I love sitting on the patio facing the water. The server was great but the bartender argued with me about how to make a margarita! Which was unprofessional considering it has soda in it. But other than that.. I'll just come for the shrimp and water view for now
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Josh D.

Yelp
My co-workers and I, party of four, wanted to finish up a long work trip by trying something new. We got to the restaurant around 8pm. It was not very busy, but to be expected with it being later in the evening. The service was not too bad, but was not phenomenal either. We ordered our food and it did seem we had to wait a while for our food, Once we got it and dug in, the food was delicious! I got the stuffed flounder, one got the fish sandwich, another got the seafood nachos, and the other got the shrimp basket. Be advised food prices are a bit on the higher side, but the amount and quality of food we got with our visit was good. I would also like to go back when it's warmer outside ant daylight to enjoy it he views.

Feli H.

Yelp
The food was good. I ordered the salmon, bacon and avocado sandwich. My husband ordered the chicken sandwich which was also tasty. Bring your walking shoes for the stairs. You'll need them to get to the restaurant. There's a flight which looked difficult for a few elderly guests. The service was a 3 out of 5. It was just OK. The waitress seemed hurried, not friendly and didn't communicate with us. We also had to ask for silverware after our food was delivered. The ambiance outdoors was nice as it overlooks the water. Inside is a bit small, however it's comfortable. The drinks are weak with way too much ice and too expensive for what you get. I ordered the deadrise lemonade with vodka. I'm not a heavy drinker but this drink was lemonade and ice. I'm still not certain if they added the vodka. I would recommend this place for the food but not for the drinks or mediocre service.

S I.

Yelp
First the wait was 30 minutes because they were short on staff. Then we were told it would be a while longer because she needed to rest the kitchen. Got seated, a dozen tables on only three had customers. The wait staff was great. Ordered a two item basket with shrimp and crab sticks. The basket also came with coleslaw and fries, (and boy was there a lot of fries) The food was good but I only get a few shrimp and a few crab sticks but I got a basket full of fries. My wife got a shrimp basket and got have the fries I got. It was 7:30 and the restaurant doesn't close until 9:00. Remember a dozen tables inside and a dozen outside only 3 had customers inside. We listen to the hostess tell two different sets of people that they couldn't serve them because they wouldn't get the order before they close. Both parties were mad but the hostess never changed. What happened to you serve all the up to closing. The bill was $75 for two people and not worth half of that.
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Davin B.

Yelp
Talk about some amazing seafood! We have been here twice and they don't disappoint! The views are beautiful, and the food compliments the view....the restaurant is a bit out of the way, but those are some of the best places...make sure you have the fish sandwich, it's amazing and huge....you will definitely get fat and fill here....
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Amy A.

Yelp
Wonderful dinner on a Friday evening! Delightful and friendly service with our waitress very willing to make suggestion from the menu and always bringing what we needed with a smile! The clam chowder was great - only complaint is that it came out with bread rather than oyster crackers - yet still tasty! Our party loved the Big Fish fried flounder sandwich (huge and delicious!), wonderful crab cake entree, and the Oyster Po Boy . Topped off with a vibrant and bustling dining room, outdoor seating overlooking the beautiful Chesapeake Bay, and a gorgeous sunset! Lovely choice for a seafood dinner!
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Julio H.

Yelp
It's a hidden gem. If you are checking out Fort Monroe and want great seafood, give this place a shot. It's on the pier and looks a little run down from the outside. I think it is just a little weathered. But it's well worth it. The place is small, and there is seating outside when the weather is nice. It's right off the water so that it can get windy. The staff is fantastic, and the food is excellent. Go to the fort, explore, take a walk on the beach, and when you are done, get the fried shrimp. She crab soup is fantastic; it's loaded with crab, just a little spicy, and so good! I have a slight problem with the salmon sandwich. The bread is too small. They pile on the fish; with the extras, it's just too much to eat like a sandwich. What they should do is punt the bread and make it a salad. But the fish is cooked to perfection, so it's still very good. I would absolutely Go back.
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Kim D.

Yelp
We found ourselves at Fort Monroe around lunchtime and checked the map in the visitor center for a place to eat. This was the perfect spot! I had the fish tacos and my husband had the fried oyster basket. Topped off with Mango Cart and it was perfect. This place it exactly what you're looking for when near the water! As others have said- you need to go up the stairs but another customer said- it's worth the climb!

Lynn C.

Yelp
Food was great! Service was good. We ate outside with a view of the water. Would definitely recommend.
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Jackie T.

Yelp
Some of the best seafood I've had . They have inside and waterside seating . The drinks are great too
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Rei K.

Yelp
To start off on a good note, The service was great. I loved our server and she was very cooperative with some aspects. Although, There were some bugs in the restaurant and the ambiance was..okay. The signs and other things were confusing and i felt like the music didnt fit the place at all. the bathroom locations were so weird. The food was terrible. The scallops were barely seasoned, the calamari was a bit underfried for my liking, it was stretchy! And the carbonara sauce? Disgusting! The sauce was way too parm forward. Safe to say, Me and my family will not be coming here again.

Al H.

Yelp
Check your bill !!! They double billed us for steamed shrimp. They did the same thing for the table next to us. I guess they figure you won't notice an extra $26 on a $100 bill. It sure feel like a trend.
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Mary M.

Yelp
I love the Deadrise...the casual nautical atmosphere, the view, the food... all above average. I normally go for lunch but this trip was early on a Monday evening; we beat the crowd, there was plenty parking and our pick of tables. At the top of the stairs there is an outdoor dining area with a great view of the river and the marina. You enter the restaurant thru the deck area, be advised that the stairs are steep and there seems to be a couple more than usual. We ordered a crab dip appetizer. You can choose between chips or crackers - the crackers were far better with the dip. It was delicious and pretty filling on its own. My entree was a crab cake sandwich. It was "market priced" and was an even $20 on this night in March 2024. Soooo, I do believe it was the best darn crab cake sandwich I've ever had and I've had quite a few over the years! Very little if no filler, crispy on the outside, filled the bun and very flavorful. I would go back just to have another one but there's loads of good choices on the menu, I've also ordered the grilled tuna steak sandwich and the fish tacos on past visits - both outstanding. Lastly, I did not reflect this in my rating and even hesitate to mention it because it can literally happen anywhere but I discovered a few days later that I was overcharged. I paid with credit card and my debit was more than the receipt I signed. Almost doubled. It's not going to break me, nothing I can do about it at this stage but consequently I'll either be paying with cash and counting my change before I walk out or taking a picture of my signed credit receipt so I can document the correct charge everywhere I go from here forward. I put it out there because it's not a bad idea for all of us.
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E C.

Yelp
Excellent service and seafood! Very busy place and I was glad I got there early. Restaurant is small but has outdoor seating. Menu is small too but it is quality items.
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Marilyn S.

Yelp
We picked the perfect time to go. 2:30 on a Tuesday. There were a few other patrons but it was mostly empty and tunnel traffic from the south side was light. Our server was very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is perfect for the area. There are nice views of a marina and the bay. We enjoyed the soundtrack that was playing. We ordered both the calamari and the clam strip appetizers. Both came with a mayo like dip that went surprisingly well with both. The calamari was good and we enjoyed them but the clams were FANTASTIC. The waitress said they were locally sourced. I believe it. They rivaled the best clam strips I've ever had and those were in Maine. My husband ordered a burger and fries. It was cooked a perfect medium well per his request and the fries were good. He wolfed it all down. I ordered the fried shrimp basket that came with several jumbo shrimp, fries, two huge hush puppies and a small side of cole slaw. All were DELICIOUS. My preference is for slightly less breading on my shrimp but i'm just picky like that and they were perfectly cooked and yummy. The cole slaw was also very good which surprised me as I'm also very picky about cole slaw. But the star of that platter was the hush puppies. They were OMG delicious. Not dense, a bit oniony, cooked pecfectly and just scrumptious. My cocktail was their Pian Killer which was very nice. Our server didn't mention dessert. We didn't have room for any but I saw Key Lime Cheesecake on a specials board as I was leaving the bathroom. If I'd known they had that prior to paying our check, I'd have gotten a slice to go. The only downside, and why we won't be back soon, is that my husband has mobility issues and the many steps up to the dining area were very difficult for him. It would be an absolute no for anyone wheelchair bound as their elevator has apparently been broken for 2 years! (Is that even legal?) Our server said they hope to get it repaired this summer. I'm not sure I believe that. We could see it on the outside of the building in the back and it looked pretty rough. I'd bet it needs to be replaced, not repaired, and if the owner hasn't been able to save the money to do that in 2 years, my guess is they won't which is sad. Their restaurant deserves frequent visits from the whole community. Not just those who can climb steps.
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Khalia L.

Yelp
I came here twice and the food is decent. The menu is limited. I don't remember what i had the first time, but the second time i had the shrimp po boy w/ a side of fries. It was tasty and i would recommend that. Jumbo fried shrimp on a roll with lettuce, tomatoes, and some type of spicy dressing.
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Michelle P.

Yelp
Visiting this area, Saturday no take-out; The manager came to tell us, which was disappointing since there are no vegan options for my husband. So we plan to cart-out since he wanted to try this vegan restaurant. Disappointed.

Kimberly M.

Yelp
Sailed over from Norfolk and had a bite at the Deadrise. OMG! The grilled fish tacos were some of the best I've ever had! Topped it all off with a delicious key lime pie. So good! Dejah was a wonderful friendly server and balanced checking in on us and giving us space, perfectly. This will be a regular destination this summer.
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Vance S.

Yelp
Where do I begin? The Bluff is this: great food, excellent service, and a great environment! The menu's focus is seafood; there are burgers and steaks, and I'm sure they are good, but get the seafood. It's fresh, elegantly prepared and served and old so good! We went off-season for seafood, and it was still fresh. I'm not sure if it's local catch, but I've passed this place many times while working out, and I always see it being brought in daily, leading me to believe it's fresh. Service is the best next to none; servers made menu suggestions, informed us of the specials, and kept the drinks filled. I always recommend the specials because these are not regular menu options; they are seasonal, I guess. The environment is looking over the Elizabeth River toward the naval base. Plenty of outdoor seating so you can enjoy the view. Indoor seating is about 15 tables, so consider sitting outside. There is a full bar and a TV for us sports enthusiasts; it makes a great place to watch a game. The portions are significant for the price, so be prepared to take some with you. I can't believe I've waited this long to go here, and I'm looking forward to going ng back! Give Deadrise a try; you will not be disappointed. Happy Yelping!

Mace L.

Yelp
Having lived and worked on and off at Fort Monroe for decades, I'd often been encouraged to try this place. I finally did--bringing along family from out of town and a friend visiting all the way from Tasmania, Australia. The food earned a thumbs-up from the rest of the group, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the experience left a lot to be desired. The music was far too loud for a dining room setting--it felt more like a concert than a restaurant and made conversation difficult. Even more disappointing was the unprofessional service. My meal arrived a full 15 minutes after everyone else had been served. Thinking it was still being prepared, I asked for it to be boxed so I wouldn't keep the group waiting. The waitress returned immediately with my plate, which had clearly been sitting under the heat lamps the entire time. I decided to try it anyway, but both the fish and rice were hard and dry, and the green beans were overcooked and limp from sitting too long under the heat. When I asked again to have it boxed, she brushed me off, saying, "Everyone is still eating--you should too." The tone came off as dismissive, almost as if I was being told to stop complaining and just eat. The interaction was unnecessarily uncomfortable and dismissive--particularly awkward in front of my guests--and the overall lack of professionalism felt strangely familiar, as though this wasn't the first time. Sadly, between the atmosphere and the service, I don't see myself returning. I also can't, in good conscience, recommend it to others.
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Lily H.

Yelp
Super delicious food - fish sandwich well worth the value (get that over the basket). Disappointed at the cost for oyster basket and number of oysters received but was breaded/seasoned well. Crab dip was full of crab - could have used more seasoning but that is a personal preference.

Cheryll M.

Yelp
Great pizza!!!! Place was slammed, but we did pick up. Had to wait a few minutes, but it was worth it.

Paul D.

Yelp
Decent place for a dinner by the bay. Good selection of menu items but some are a little underwhelming.

Tasha B.

Yelp
I can only rate the service since I was never seated. I called the restaurant a day before I planned to go with a party of 9 to ask if we could be accommodated the following day. I was told that they could accommodate a party of our size, but it could come with wait or the possibility of us being seated in the same section as opposed to same table. I was understanding of that; however, the day that I arrived with my party, we were met with an unwelcoming and unaccommodating staff and manager who told me that we were welcome to go somewhere else when I asked about the seating after my party of 9 waited outside of the restaurant for an hour and a half. We took his advice and found somewhere else to go and I would never give my business to or recommend this restaurant to anyone based off of the treatment that we received.
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Tom B.

Yelp
Great waterfront location by Fort Monroe. Laid back and relaxed vibe. Excellent service. Luckily soft shell crabs were still in season, they did a great job fixing them with a remoulade dip with a kick. Wife had the broiled seafood trio and she was very happy. A bit off the beaten path, but that's the point, right?
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Kyle T.

Yelp
We have gone here many times and loved it. We waited 10 min for a table to open up, no big deal. But then not a single person came to the table for 25min, we decided to get up and leave because my wife and I were very hungry and our kids were getting antsy. Really disappointed
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Jay T.

Yelp
The atmosphere is pleasant and the food is good. The service is great. I have visited several times.

Christian H.

Yelp
I ordered a pan fried crab cake sandwich that chef Steven made. Kudos to chef Steven for a fantastic crab cake sandwich, beans and rice, and a dill pickle! Filling and tasty!
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Laura F.

Yelp
The location is great , right by the water. My only concern is that the place can only be reached by two flights of stairs. The service was great though, our server checked on us several times and was even able to find us fresh jalapeños. All of our food was cooked perfectly and there were non seafood items for the people in our group who wanted other options. I definitely recommend this restaurant for fresh seafood.
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Mark A.

Yelp
The food was great and the servers were all very friendly. I had the big fish sandwich and could not finish it; the best fish sandwich I've had in years.
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Alexei B.

Yelp
Buckle up for an amazing experience in food and atmosphere. Me and my partner have eaten here many times now. We have taken our family here from out of town many times now. And EVERY SINGLE TIME, it has been nothing but great! I don't drink much but they make their drinks strong so my girlfriend was very happy. The seafood is always fresh. We get the calamari all the time and it just melts in your mouth. The bartender is fun, energetic and has great character too. Great place, great vibes, great food. 12/10 would recommend.

Barbara G.

Yelp
This restaurant used to be excellent . Not anymore. I think they have a new chef and waitstaff. We went for lunch. Grilled fish in fish taco was crumbled like cat food. My husband's fish was heavily breaded and not well prepared. The bottom of the fish still had the silver skin which I have seen on salmon but not on flounder. It was a gross mess. The waitress was just there, not actually engaging or caring how our food was. The food has really taken a down turn. I probably have been to this restaurant a dozen times but won't be going back. Ambiance was no existent . Music too loud, freezing cold, and no sweet tea which waitress announced when I ordered it. This is the south y'all!
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Henry P.

Yelp
Stopped by Deadrise @old point comfort Patricia provided great customer service and recommendations. We got the Orange crush Narragansett and shot of whiskey Big fish sandwich Will be back again

Jim S.

Yelp
Waited over an hour and they seated people ahead of us. They do not have enough wait staff and have a bunch of empty tables. People are seating themselves and getting served. My last visit.

Dorene Z.

Yelp
The she crab soup, the crab cakes and the hush puppies are amazing! Great service too!
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Traci-Dale C.

Yelp
Good food and service. Feels like a waterman's place. It's more expensive than I like ($75 lunch for two including tip), and there were over 20 steps (no elevator option) which made it difficult for older folk. The food was solidly flavored and generously portioned.
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Angela T.

Yelp
When the Deadrise first opened in 2015, I took out of town visitors there. I figured it would be good, as the owners have several other renowned spots on the Peninsula, and you can't beat the location, on the water at Ft. Monroe. We went a bit late in the evening, so I didn't feel like we got a good feel for what the ambiance would be like mid service, instead of an hour before close. They had an experimental menu then, not just seafood. I had a Mexican inspired pasta bowl (seriously) with blackened shrimp. It's been too long for me to accurately describe the ingredients, but there was a lot going on; a bit too much for the taste buds. One friend had a homestyle meal with hearty mashed potatoes and vegetables, and another had a Cubano! They look delish. Fast forward to December 2021...The Deadrise has since ditched the experimental, and specializing in seafood is totally working for them. I think it's cute that they kept the newspaper lining in the baskets as part of the presentation. One thing about Hampton Roads weather, it can be warm and seasonal in December, and that's when we went, for lunch, ending up making an outing of it, walking around the waterfront after an awesome lunch outside at the Deadrise. It was a little chilly on the deck, but worth it. I ordered the salmon avocado BLT. OMG! So delicious. My salmon was blackened nicely, and every ingredient on the sandwich was fresh. The fries were delish, thick and a perfect mixture of crispy and tender. My friends ordered the loaded fried seafood basket with fish and shrimp. The fish was fried to perfection, so much so that even though I didn't order it that time, I went back in January and ordered it to go. The presentation was beautiful both times. You can't beat consistency. You can see that the fries weren't the same, but hey, look at the crisp and the beautiful color on the fish and shrimp! I used to think the Deadrise was expensive for the region, but now that $20 plates are the norm and not the exception in the 757 (and not just in the tourist tips - Williamsburg and VB), their prices are pretty reasonably situated for the value. A gem at the Fort.
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Lovette R.

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What a great little find! We wanted to dine by the water and eat outside and this was just the right spot. The crab dip was excellent and the broiled trio (crab cake, shrimp and scallops) was good. My husband really liked the scallops. I prefer a little more seasoning in my crab cakes. They were very meaty which I appreciated. The shrimp were my favorite in this dish. They were prepared perfectly. I just wish there were more . The vegetables served with the meal were green beans and carrots and were cooked perfectly... firm and flavorful. And the roasted potatoes were excellent! The crab dip was warm, creamy and melty. It was so good. We shared everything and were satisfied. Had a couple of drinks, enjoyed the music and views. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. This is close to Fort Monroe which was another great find with a lighthouse and so much history. It's worth checking out if you're in the area.
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Jorge V.

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Great Food. Outstanding Service. We tried the Clam Chowder Soup and the Seafood Nachos. There were great.
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Allie H.

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I love this place and have to stop by anytime I am near. The service is fast, and the food is amazing. The seafood burrito was humongous! Crab cakes are delicious!
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Sky S.

Yelp
This place has the ABSOLUTE FRESHEST, most amazing seafood you can get on the Peninsula! RUN OUT and Eat there or have their take out which literally THE BEST! I am mind blown at the portions and quality
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Kenny H.

Yelp
Fantastic sea food! Everything was freshly made and delicious we enjoyed our visit. Highly recommend the restaurant especially if you're a seafood lover.
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Tarrence H.

Yelp
First time dining, and the flounder sandwich was outstanding. The place is very clean. Waitresses were very informative. Prices are reasonable. Worth the drive.
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Lynn C.

Yelp
Long wait for deck seating (WORTH IT) hostess kept us updated as we sipped cold beers from the bar and enjoyed the view. Food was EXCELLENT. Ambiance was chill and relaxing as the sun set and the deck lighting smoothly took its place. Not handicap or stroller accessible but there is one ground floor table with a nice view. Just try it. EAT LOCAL.