Waterman's Surfside Grille

Walked in and went straight to the bar. Super clean and chill atmosphere. Valet parking and the inside dining faced the boardwalk with the beach in the background. My bartender Chloe recommended the Waterman’s Pasta for a full seafood experience. I’m glad she did! The noodles were perfect, the sauce was creamy and the seafood was huge scallops jumbo shrimp and delicious sausage and a bunch more ingredients. I ate all of it and ordered a piece of Key Lime Pie to-go. Perfect lunch!

Monday evening we had dinner and had an excellent time. Kaitlyn was our absolutely amazing server and she gave us great recommendations. Their crush drinks were tasty. The scallops appetizer was the best scallops we have ever had. For our entree the vegetable medley complimented the crab meat and shrimp along with the scallops. The dessert was well crafted. The key lime pie was just right and the crush cake was warm and fluffy. 10/10 would recommend.

Sunday Brunch was SOLID! Tasted great, service was great, view and location was great! I ordered the Crab’s Benedict and it was flavorful! I loved their Cinnamon Sticky Bun and sweetness was perfectly paired with their large mug of coffee. It was a great place to grab food with friends. When we ate here, the weather was perfect and sitting besides the open windows was so nice with a view of the ocean and boardwalk!

This place was pretty sweet. Wait time wasn’t awful, but place was packed. Server was nice, attentive, and had an extensive knowledge of the menu. The she crab soup was delicious and definitely worth the price. The burger was delicious, and the waterfront view tied everything together nicely. Prices were very modest for the value, overall definitely a great pick for a solid oceanfront dinner.

On vacation and Waterman's was recommended for good seafood. What an understatement. It was amazing. We were seated quickly. Our server, Samantha P, greeted us with a smile and took our order. The appetizers were outstanding! Muscles were delicious. So sweet and melted in my mouth! The bacon wrapped scallops were also perfectly cooked. The bacon crispy and the scallops were tender and delicious. Main course was lump crab cakes. Probably the best I have had. No fillers, just delicious crab perfectly seasoned. If you haven't been here, I highly recommend you make it a must go to for an outstanding meal.

Found this restaurant through a recommendation at a local hotel that I was staying at for a business trip. This is a fantastic restaurant right on the boardwalk. Service was fast and the food did not disappoint. Their "she crab" soup was savory and a nice appetizer to start... fresh catch of the day during my visit was red snapper; everything was delicious 😋

Visited on a busy Saturday evening took an Uber, but valet parking looked convenient and smooth. Despite the crowd, I was seated in under 5 minutes after checking in. I ordered the She Crab Soup, the crab dip, a fried seafood platter, and their signature Virginia Orange Crush. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The enclosed outdoor seating right by the boardwalk brings in the beach vibes you can see and smell the ocean from your table. Service was a bit slow due to the rush, but the staff were all warm and friendly. Being from the region, I’ll say this: Maryland still wins the blue crab battle 🦀 but for Virginia, Waterman’s does a solid job. Definitely worth a visit if you’re at the Oceanfront!

Loved this place! Great location and view right on the boardwalk. But the food was even better. My she crab bisque was mind blowing! I cried as I ate it since it was so good. And my California tuna sandwich was delicious and big.

Foods great service was great low lighting I loved it great service with drinks and the crab frys are a must

Today was my first time coming here with my finance and his family OMG! THE BEST AND MOST REMARKABLE RESTAURANT EVER!! It is absolutely amazing and so beautiful and amazing service and it is right next to the beach and everything is made fresh the caught right out of the ocean all the food is delicious and remarkable and the waitresses are amazing and so happy kind friendly and sweet always smiles and the restaurant is breathtaking and gorgeous inside and out and plus they have excellent car parking service the man are awesome always friendly kind happy! Make sure you tip them extremely well and all the waitresses and waiters and they all deserve it. Plus always on top of cleaning and sanitizing every table after every customer and when they make a mistake they fix it immediately. Plus the seat you right away and the wait time is not that long they are in the center of Virginia Beach gorgeous cute beach community I am definitely coming back again and it is fun and relaxing and outstanding experience! Excellent wait staff and hosts and absolutely fantastic! Blow my mind away and spread the word tell friends family employees and it is great for all ages and perfect place for all occasions and plus you are craving for some fresh cooked sea food come here and order anything on their menu! OMG! The mouth watering desserts are so define and yummy beautiful made with real ingredients from inside and out and great job chefs and chef Sou def for unbelievable work and remarkable job and absolutely delicious and work comes out of the kitchen and peaceful and relaxing place to catch up with anyone you are close too. Thank you so much for everything I appreciate it and you all rock! Happy Labor Day weekend everyone! From Lauren

Outstanding! We were visiting for a couple nights and met people in our hotel that said the food was great and they were not wrong. Very nice place toward the south end of Virginia Beach. The staff was so nice. The food and drinks perfect. Plus a nice view of the ocean. I tried the fish of the day which was flounder with a Parmesan peppercorn sauce and it was the best piece of fish that I have ever eaten. It's a must try.

Normally we wouldn't select a dining spot in the middle of "tourist trap heck" but we were invited here to join local friends we are visiting. They had a nice menu with enough (but not too many) choices to please just about any palette. The service was excellent and the food very good. And what a great dessert menu, best I've seen in a long time. As it was a blustery day, we elected to eat inside, but still had a great view of the beach and ocean.

I was on vacation in VA Beach and Waterman's was recommended to me! It was popping and seems like it is always busy, so I would go early! The good thing is that you can sit at the bar and order food and drinks, so my friend and I went to the outdoor bar and could sit right away, instead of waiting for an hour! We were told we needed to try these specialties-- orange crush cocktail, she crab soup, and crab fries. All of these were so amazing! We also ordered fried shrimp and fried oysters, but felt this was too heavy and not as good as the appetizers. If I were to go back, I would just order several appetizers and share! Sitting at the bar has pros and cons. Pros: no wait, watching the bartenders make the drinks in front of you, and quick service! Cons: bees flying everywhere! They left us alone, but be aware.

Waterman's Surfside Grill is a lively friendly tasty 40-year-old bar and seafood restaurant. If you time it right, you can get a terrific view of the ocean in their "stadium-tiered" seating. Their reservations policy says it can change, and this day it was for groups of 6 or more, and we were only two. We got there before 7pm on a Sunday this past 4th of July weekend, and they were hopping! We left our car with the free valet (tips accepted on the way out :-), and asked for ocean-view seating, then waited in the lively bar up front, where friendly busy bartenders were flying, keeping up with a hectic scene. Start with their famous orange crushes, strong and sweet, which Waterman says that their earlier establishment introduced to Virginia Beach about a decade ago, and which are something of a fixture around town. Mighty refreshing! We didn't wait long at all, maybe 15 minutes, and were whisked to a corner window table! Plenty of people-watching on the boardwalk, and the ocean put on a splashy show in advance of an offshore storm, which also brought out some creative kites. The two of us shared some apps and plates, (and several more crushes :-), and kept the price quite reasonable for such delicious fresh seafood. Their lightly flash-fried calamari was tender with just enough bite, with zingy banana pepper rings and a rich orange-chipotle dipping sauce that shows off the smokey-sweet flavor of that pepper. The good-size scallops were delicate and juicy and gently-seared with veggies. A very satisfying generous serving of five scallops. Our shared main dish was the perfectly blackened "coldwater" salmon with fresh-cilantro rice and lightly sauteed veggies, a well-prepared taste sensation. All were delicious offerings! Everyone here was friendly and efficient and busy, and the food and drinks were fabulous. A shoutout (and a well-deserved full-dinner tip) to our wonderful attentive server who never flinched at our small party dining lightly and drinking specials at a window table during a busy dinner hour :-).

2025 July Back 1 year later and the food and service was still very good. It was Friday so no happy menu which is a great deal.

I would like to share some beautiful photos of perfectly plated food, but full disclosure- I started scarfing everything down the second the waiter dropped it on the table. We (a party of 6) arrived mid-afternoon on a holiday weekend (the Sunday after the busy July 4 beach celebration) and were promptly seated. It's worth noting here that Waterman's has great tables for slightly larger parties- nice round tables so you can actually face and speak to everyone in the party. You don't feel boxed in or squished next to your neighbor. Our waiter, whose name I wish I'd written down, was absolutely fantastic. He gave us a quick run down on the specials and handed out the lunch menus. I'd prescanned the menu online and was disappointed to see the lunch menu didn't have the "just scallops" dish I'd been craving and he waved off my disappointment and said that they could make anything off the dinner menu as well. Waterman's claims to be the home of the original orange crush drink. If you follow the crush scene, you likely already know there's some controversy over whether it was actually originated in Ocean City or Virginia Beach. I'm no beverage historian, so I won't hazard a guess as to accuracy of that claim but I will say Waterman's ALWAYS has the best crushes. They use actual hand operated citrus crush machines to squeeze out fresh OJ, add triple sec, their own Waterman's distilled crush vodka, and a splash of sprite. The result is refreshing, tasty, and gives a nice kick! The crush I had this day was no exception. Two of my guests were out-of-towners so after indoctrinating them on the necessity of an orange crush, I explained that the crown jewel here for me is the she-crab soup. It's the best on the oceanfront, and if you skip it then you're missing out. All six of us indulged, and all six of us were moaning with pleasure as we did so. My "just scallops" were just perfect! Huge, drenched in butter and seasoning, served alongside rice and veggies, it was my idea of a perfect meal. Note that you get to select two sides, these are my go-tos but you have other options as well including mashed potatoes, fries, hush puppies, and various other items. My husband decided to get the tuna sandwich and absolutely raved about it. It looked to be cooked perfectly, not overdone and not raw. Funny note, he said, "I don't usually love tuna but this is incredible" and I wondered why he ordered tuna if he doesn't usually love it but that orange crush may have gone to his head. We left with our guests feeling spoiled and fat, the way one should after a REALLY good meal! If you want to experience a truly good meal in a really beautiful setting- hit up Waterman's!

I came on a Thursday evening and was told they only accept walk in only, no reservations. I arrived at 6:15 to get a table for 7 and was quoted about 1.5 hr wait. While that wait I went to the backside to have an orange crush drink while the wait. It was such a good cocktail and felt refreshing!After about an hour and half they had the table ready. I got the Crab Stuffed Fish of the day ($33) and take came out in about 30 minutes. The crab and fish were phenomenal! The crab was the star of the meal. The vegetables and rice were lacking a bit, but they were just the sides. Staff and service were ok given on busy it was. Food(50%): 8.3 Staff/service(25%): 6.0 Value(25%): 6.0 Overall: 7.2/10

What a gem for the whole family! We walked the boardwalk to arrive and had no idea of the indoor seating (night and day from patio but I get it due to storms). We were greeted right away on the beach side from the hostess and wanted to sit in the patio with our 5 year old. Our server came quickly with a pleasant smile and got us waters, a non alcoholic Orange crush and two local beers on tap. We also ordered the crab dip which came with tortilla chips. It was so creamy and delicious. I couldn't get enough crab so I also ordered the crab cake sandwich which came with fries. The crab cake is 80% crab and the rest is flavoring and I loved it. Ate every bite and fries were perfect too. Forgot to take a pic of our sandwiches!!

I'm not often around VA Beach but when I am I have to make a stop at Waterman's. It's been my go-to spot for years now. I love the cajun pastas - both the Waterman's original pasta and the cajun chicken pasta. I've also had a few appetizers (calamari, she crab soup, hushpuppies) and drinks (orange crush, strawberry lemonade, lemon crush) and they have all been great too, though the drinks are a bit smaller than I'd like. The restaurant is usually packed so you may have a wait. They have seating indoors, in their covered patio, and at the bar.

Ok this is the place to get down and enjoy some fresh seafood. As we pulled in the parking lot valet took keys and parked for free. As we entered a happy hello was said by the hostess. We were seated right away to a great table with a beach view. Our server Sara was amazing and provided excellent customer service. The food from the She Crab soup, fish tacos, salmon, and seafood platter was delicious .

I appreciate that the bar area seating is open which includes booths for up to 5. I ordered the fried flounder, the fish of the day and it was really good. I wish I received more than 1 piece but it was a good amount for a meal. The broccoli and potatoes were good too. The waitress was very nice and made sure we were happy with our meals.

I wanted to like this place. I'd heard so much about it but I was not impressed. The food was just ok. The calamari was tasteless. I guess they flash fry. The fried scallops were perfect as were the hush puppies. The service was okay. I would say it's time for an upgrade or remodel. It was really loud in there. The drinks were good. The table was wet when we were seated. I had to dry my spot with napkins. I probably won't go back.

Came here with a party of 10 (6 adults and 4 kids) and we were seated immediately. The place looked busy from the outside and we thought we'd have to wait long for a table. Many patrons opted to eat at their "indoor/outdoor" space to enjoy the chilly April weather and we were seated in a section that was quiet enough where we were disturbing other patrons or vice versa with 4 kids! The menu was extensive and offered the typical foods you'd find along a beach side restaurant (i.e.: burgers, friends, wraps, salads, etc.). I loved that the menu was extensive and offered something for everyone. I ordered the tropical chicken burger which was SO good that I wish I didn't share the other half with my husband. We tend to each other something different and split the dish so we can try different dishes. He ordered the pulled pork sandwich, which was disappointing. Salty and kind of dry and was just meh after shoving that tropical chicken in my mouth. Other dishes that were ordered was a fish tacos, buffalo bites, and a lot of drinks during their happy hour. Our waitress was amazing. With 10 people asking for different things at different times, she was really on top of us and made sure we didn't wait too long for whatever we asked for. She even gave us souvenir plastic cups that our drinks came in which was nice. If I ever came back to VB, this is definitely one place I would come back to!

Excellent food and fantastic service (Roddy (aka Mark Ruffalo lol) was fantastic! He was warm, extremely patient, and offered great recommendations). Everything we had was delicious. The seafood is fresh, the filet mignon is flavorful and cooked perfectly to temp, and the kids loved the chicken tenders, strawberry mockaritas, and mozzarella sticks (the appetizer size comes with four big, perfectly crispy, cheesy sticks). And the orange crush is made with fresh squeezed orange juice (which is the legit way to do it). SOO yummy! The interior is spacious, well-appointed, and comfortable. We'd definitely recommend!

Whenever my dad comes to visit, waterman's is at the top of his list for places to eat. From the views of the ocean, to the freshly squeezed orange crushes -- they don't disappoint. We came here for dinner on a Tuesday. It was relatively busy, but we didn't have to wait for a table inside. To start, we had a round of orange crushes, waterman's signature drink. There's only a few places that can nail this cocktail, and they sure do! We ordered the mussels in the white wine sauce for an appetizer. It came with warm pita bread which was perfect for dipping in the wine sauce. 10/10. For dinner, I ordered the crab cake sandwich (broiled) with fries. It was exactly what I was in the mood for, and didn't feel too heavy. My dad got the crab stuffed fish of the day, which was flounder. It came with rice and grilled veggies. He was so satisfied with his decision, and of course I had to take a bite! Delicious. Our waitress was very kind and professional. She told us her favorite menu items and was great with recommendations. Can't wait to come back this summer.

I have mixed feelings about this restaurant. I've gone before I think I enjoyed the food more. Maybe I just should not go in the summer. It was super crowded, but they did get us in in about a half hour and we did have a view of the ocean. The she crab soup was really really yummy. The crabcake was pretty good. The crab dip left some to desire the mashed potatoes were a bit cold tasteless and yuck. The guys really enjoyed their Waterman pasta, and I had a lot of good proteins in it.

Waterman's was a hit for our group! I ordered the Ultimate Just Seafood entrée and WOW -- it lived up to the name. Juicy lobster, perfectly seared scallops, tender shrimp, lump crab meat... all nestled next to creamy mashed potatoes and fresh veggies. 10/10 seafood dream on a plate. Service was on point -- super friendly and attentive. If you're in Virginia Beach and craving seafood, hit up Waterman's. You won't regret it!

Waterman's is located on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach. We were seated immediately and received good service. The she crab soup was bland and had pieces of crabmeat in it not lump. The broiled seafood platter was good, it just needed a little more seasoning but the cocktail sauce made up for it lol. The prices were comparable to the portions. The coleslaw was a little bland as well but I added malt vinegar to spice it up. The key lime pie was delicious.

This was a VERY delicious birthday meal. Our toddler was very tired from a day at the beach so we did call to try to place an order to pick up but they said they were not taking any phone orders. It was a Sunday evening and the beach or the boardwalk wasn't packed all day so we thought it would be a good thing... but it's okay... we just ended up going to the restaurant and ordering to go and then ate in the hotel. I am big on seafood. So this was right up my alley! The lobster tail was cooked perfectly and so were the scallops. The pasta we had was okay. We got no seasoning because it said Cajun and i knew my toddler wanted to eat that and she did but it was bland without the Cajun kick. The crab cake was just okay. I prefer a lump crab crake and this wasn't it and it had a lot of shell pieces in it. So I know it was fresh but i prefer my crab cake without the shells in it. The mashed potatoes could have been whipped a little more and it could have been buttery... but the veggies were cooked perfectly!

We sat at the bar for dinner. Chris was our bartender. He did an excellent job, He greeted us and made sure we had everything we needed. The three bartenders worked well together and kept our drinks full. Drinks: We both had the coconut lime crush. They were delicious a perfect summer time drink. Food: I had the Guinness burger and fries. The burger was good but the aioli that comes with it was bland. My wife had the stuffed fish of the day. It was flounder today. It was excellent and so were the vegetables that came with it. The atmosphere was nice. It's right on the beach and the bar area has 6 TVs. I would highly recommend this place especially for their Crush drinks and sleds Food.

Lunch on Monday. Started getting busy after noon but we got there before then. Food was ok. I've been here before and remember the food being way better back then but it was ok. Not bad, maybe my expectations were too high. Idk. Seated quickly, hostess was nice, very clean. Was kinda loud bc the jets were flying by. Waitress was a little short with us but not rude. Food came out quickly.

What a great waterfront establishment with a wonderful dining room. It provides for both casual or relaxed dining and faces the ocean so the experience has that seaside ambience. The service (Hannah) was awesome and personal. Truly Hannah cared about our needs throughout the meal. My meal was exceptional having the Just Seafood selection and i upraded to crabby fries. Yes their was crab on my fries!!And for me from New England I'm a seafood snob so if you're in VA Beach, Valet parking service with great food abd better service it's a must visit!

Walked in for dinner on a busy Friday night. Got seated after about a 15-minute wait. It is a huge place with a souvenir shop. Had the orange crush which is one of their signature crushes. It was alright for me. Bacon wrapped sea scallops for appetizer was so good. The fried seafood platter was a ton of food: shrimp, scallops, crab cake, hush puppies, and fried fish. I liked it. The classic Virginia crab imperial was very good. It was a lot of crab meat in a creamy baked goodness. Even though the night was very busy, it was surprising all the orders came super fast, 5 minutes or less. Paige, our server, had great recommendations and was super quick. Flourless chocolate cake was decadent. Very very good. For the quick and excellent service, great food with good decors, I would give this place 5/5.

Great food, drinks, and ambience for a beach vacation. But with all those things being "great", the only setback is reserving seats and the wait for food after you get a seat. Better have a lot to talk bout with your party. The orange crush has us trying to recreate the drink at home, so I could say this place has influenced us a bit. The Thai VEGETARIAN meal was super delicious and the spicy Tuna bites, again, were so good it gives you ideas to recreate at home.

Food and server was great , orange crushes were soooo good , very nice dining area/ambiance, 10/10

Still one of my favorite places at the oceanfront! The originator of the orange crush and they still have their drinks down pat. Very good and strong. I tried their pomegranate crush (fall drink) and it was more like an orange crush but good. I always get the steamed shrimp- no old bay this time and they were great. Good size and tasty. Based on reviews I tried their crab dip and wow! So good! This would never be something I would have ordered on my own, but it was very cheesy, lots of crab, reminded me of a chicken dip- so good. Lastly, I tried their she crab soup which was fantastic. My sister says doesn't like crab, but tried it and really liked it, so we split it. As always, a much visit when I'm in town! I just wish they were pet friendly.

Favorite restaurant on the ocean front! Smothered fries w/ ranch are so good. We've had the crabby fries before and they are just as fantastic. My favorite meal is the ribs & bbq chicken. My boyfriend always gets the fried shrimp basket. Sides are amazing, do yourself a favor and get the hush puppies!! If you're a dessert fan, get the peanut butter pie. Great views of the water! & the staff is always so nice and accommodating. Locals & tourists alike, THIS IS THE SPOT!

First meal here in Virginia! Arrived from the airport, checked in to my hotel, then walked to this restaurant for dinner. Super convenient location, 10+ points for walkability! Sara was our server and she was great! We truly appreciate her telling the chefs of my sister's seafood allergy, made my sister feel safe and assured. I was so hungry after flying all day so I got so many plates LOL. The "ultra just seafood" was perfect to satisfy my seafood craving and the side of fries with crab dip was great pairing. Also, my sister requested broccoli to her cajun pasta and they accommodated! Appreciate that as well. It was so cold outside so we were skeptical of being sat at the outdoor patio, but it wasn't that bad! It was warm and covered so the wind did not pierce through at all. Anyways, great experience and great first impression for my Virginia experience

Visiting Virginia from New Jersey, what a catch. This place had it all. From the nice beach vibes, to the food and the amazing service. Right on the boardwalk we just shared a bunch of appetizers (family of 4) and everything came out quick and delicious. Our server was always on point and never let us run dry on drinks or anything else. Amazing experience on a late lunch by the beach. Recommend it 100%

This place was pretty sweet. Wait time wasn't awful, but place was packed. Server was nice, attentive, and had an extensive knowledge of the menu. The she crab soup was delicious and definitely worth the price. The burger was delicious, and the waterfront view tied everything together nicely. Prices were very modest for the value, overall definitely a great pick for a solid oceanfront dinner.

While vacationing we ventured out to dinner on the beach. Watermans has free valet parking which was convenient. Drivers work for tips. We had a 45 minute wait for a table but you can cruise the boardwalk which passed the time nicely. We ended up with what we thought was one of the best tables in the house. Covered, open air, outdoor seating, literally on the boardwalk. We tried the she crab soup which my daughter really enjoyed. It was a hardy bowl of soup, very filling. We split the flounder, fish of the day dinner that came with cilantro rice and mixed veggies. And added a side of mashed potatoes. It was a large serving of fish, plenty for us to split. Veggies were crisp and hot and well seasoned. Rice and potatoes were just ok. Great service from waiter, valet and hostess. Also tried a crush cocktail for which they ate famous. It too was just ok. Lots of crushed filled the cup.

The only complaint I can give is the automatic gratuity which is why I gave it four stars. We normally tip more than 20% anyway but when you just take it like that it just doesn't settle well with me. A tip is something you earn so to just take it like that is wrong. Aside from that, the food was really good. Our waiter was great. We never had to ask for a refill or anything like that. So zero complaints! They have a wide selection on their menu whether you want seafood, steak, ribs, or burgers. They have a little gift shop as well and valet parking. They have seating inside and out, so plenty of options. If you are ok with the automatic tipping on your check then I would definitely stop here.

My absolute favorite spot in VA Beach! I could eat here three days in a row and never get tired of the food, the view, or the service.

My husband and I have been to Waterman's several times, usually for dinner on a Friday through Sunday. The wait time is hit or miss--sometimes we're seated right away, other times there's an average wait. We've sat in every section, and the main dining room is by far our favorite; it has the best atmosphere. Service is consistently good--attentive, professional, and polite. The food is always fresh and well-portioned. Our go-to appetizer is the Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, and my personal favorite entrée is the Local Lump Crab Cakes. Prices are reasonable for the quality. While Waterman's has a reputation for being a bit upscale, we see it as more of a relaxed, casual dining spot. Parking can be tricky since valet is encouraged, but the valet service is quick and friendly. Overall, we enjoy Waterman's and will continue coming back!

Great spot in VB. Came highly recommended, I can confirm it was a 10/10! The food, the service, the cocktails, dessert! All of it! We will be back!

This place is amazing. Went with 1 of my old daycare child and his parents and it was just perfect.. will be returning,

We went there because we received a 100$ gift card. We had rock fish (catch of the day), ribs, crab dip, a pasta dish, a burger, 1 bourbon, 1 coke. Total with gratuity was about 165.00$. Great price! Most of the food was average with slightly small portions, but that crab dip was SUPERB!!! I would certainly return for the appetizer alone. The fries (that came with the ribs) were warm to the touch. The ribs were okay. The coke slaw was okay. The fish, rice and veggies was a super small portion. My dinner companion rated it a 7.5/10. The coke was crisp and the $13.50 whiskey seemed smaller than a shot. Let alone a drink. The vibe was chill. It got crowded when we were leaving around 6:45. Our server was VERY attentive. She is the reason for the 4 versus 3 stars. The parking in the front is enough for maybe 8-10 cars, but they offer valet parking. We parked on the street. I ate there before and it was pretty much the same thing. Would I return, sure. Update: The pasta dish that I had to-go was soooooo good. It was a seafood medley pasta. I think it was a house favorite and customer favorite. I'm updating two weeks later, but it was soooo good.

My husband and I came here for lunch. Someone we knew had been here and enjoyed it so we decided to try it out. We each got a Crush to drink and then shared the Coconut Shrimp Wrap. The drinks and wrap were delicious! Definitely worth coming here for the food and drinks. We got to sit on the covered patio with a view of the boardwalk and ocean. Our server was pretty busy so we had to ask someone else to get ketchup for our fries and had to remind him to bring our receipt. Our food and drink orders were taken without a wait and delivered without a wait.

This was a loooooong wait for dinner. On the upside, the gift shop features lovely women's dresses and accessories. After an hour, we switched to takeout and ate outside on our balcony across the street. The food wasn't bad, but the biggest thing that I remember was the crowding. I'm not ruling it out for another visit, maybe for lunch or early dinner.

Waterman's is definitely a local's favorite and since I've been quite a few times, I decided to stop in on a Sunday evening to dine in. Since there was a 15-20 min. wait, we grabbed a drink at the bar until our table was ready. I decided on the Spring Fling Crush which was very refreshing! I was very impressed with the Crush Drink menu and definitely wanted to try each and every one lol. Our table was ready within the timeframe that they provided and our server greeted us right away. I started with the She Crab Soup which was literally served about 3 mins after I ordered it! I was very impressed with the fast service and it tasted absolutely amazing! For my entree, I decided on the Just Seafood Dinner which included shrimp, scallops and lump crab meat (not to be mistaken for a lump crab cake like I thought lol) with a side of mashed potatoes and veggies. The seafood was alright. The shrimp didn't taste very fresh but the scallops were good and the little bit of crab meat at the bottom of the dish was okay. I did order another Crush drink, the Creamsicle Crush, and it was very good!!!! I definitely plan on returning to try other Crush drinks and food items. Unfortunately, every time I order seafood here, it's a little lackluster. I do love that the restaurant is right at the Oceanfront so if you're looking for a decent meal, great drinks, and beach views definitely stop in.

Absolutely delicious. Absolutely everything. Absolutely everything was delicious. And that is coming from a gluten free diner. My husband, a gluten-full diner, shared the same experience. Our waiter, Cam, was super friendly, helpful and attentive. We sat on the heated porch and enjoyed the breathtaking views of the beach. Reading reviews, I asked about the flourless chocolate cake and it didn't disappoint! Chocolate velvety deliciousness. One of the best brunches I have ever been to.

Called Waterman's, has surf cam, blocks cam with flags! Should change name to " flagbearers of the boardwalk", to more accurately portray their priorities. Food is good, bar service is good. Overall like this place, frequent it routinely on my boardwalk bike cruises. Won't be going back until the flags blocking webcam are removed.

Happy hour ! It was worth it .. have not tried their regular menu yet . Loved the seating by the window overlooking the boardwalk/ beach

Great service and food. I went in the off-season and the beach is basically empty, but this restaurant was crowded every night. It is right on the Atlantic and they have rotating specials with fresh seafood. Also, they have their orange crush signature drink, which is delicious. It is elegant, but casual. Good spot if in VA Beach.

The hosts were very friendly and helpful. I got to sit on the outdoor patio, which was nice. However, I personally would not return for the food. It was just... meh. The fries were fine, but nothing I'd crave/go back for. The caesar salad was average... I've had much better caesars and so was mildy disappointed (considering overall cost). Additionally, I opted for grilled chicken on the salad, but it was cold, flavorless chicken. I really prefer when places offer grilled chicken that is clearly freshly grilled & warm (just a personal preference of course!! But I wouldn't have ordered it at all if I knew it would come out as it did). The chicken looked seasoned, but I really did not taste anything good... I did not end up eating any of the chicken on my plate. I did like their housemade key lime pie - that was pretty good. And of course, their famous crushes are worth a try! While the entrees/sides were a disappointment, the staff were fine and the drinks/dessert was good. I'd come back for a crush and a slice of key lime pie... but nothing else.

Ambiance of the restaurant was nice but overall nothing too special. We had a great tables inside that had us sitting up high enough to have a great view of the beach. I ordered the lobster wrap and a lavender drink (can't remember the name). Everything was just ok, nothing to write home about. Service was great.

Such a good spot for seafood! You can see the ocean from almost any spot as they have a huge glass wall on the beach side. All of our food was delicious, and I have high standards for seafood. The service was also very friendly. We had to wait a bit but that is just a testament to how good it is. They have a bar you can order from while waiting as well as a cute boutique. They have valet parking available and there is street/other public parking available nearby.