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The Shanty is a bar in Cape Charles, VA.

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Donna Notter
Donna Notter -Google user
5 months ago
Absolutely delicious food with a beautiful view of the water. We were fortunate, we visited mid-afternoon and had no wait. But, by the time we were leaving at 4 PM it was starting to fill up. Seating is available both inside and out. Outdoor seating in...Read More
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Crystal Lamonds
Crystal Lamonds -Google user
3 months ago
We have ate here every time we visit Cape Charles. Service, Environment & Food was great. We will definitely return. Little warm inside didn’t feel like AC was on when it was 90s outside. No breeze. Only down fall but could handle
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terraceDoes have seafoodPlenty of parkingFree parking lotWas kid friendlyWas wheelchair accessible. Had a ramp as you go into building. Gravel parking lot my be difficult but could unload at door for easy entry
jody korman
jody korman -Google user
2 months ago
Loved eating here our last night in Cape Charles. We even drove the golf cart over from town. The food was okay but the porch and sunset made it even better. Nice relaxing atmosphere and I would come back.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk10-30 min
Marcellino Signorelli
Marcellino Signorelli -Google user
Edited a month ago
Everything was amazing here. The food, the service, the views. On a Saturday evening in July, wait was an hour and a half but was well worth it. Beautiful view of the sunset over the water, great food, great drinks. Just an outstanding experience all...Read More
DinnerAtmosphere: 51+ hourIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Mark Williams
Mark Williams -Google user
5 months ago
I have a food allergy, it was not a lot I could eat. The extraordinary thing was the chef came out to my table and went over everything that he said I could eat. It was extraordinary. The waitress was quick attentive and the food...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Francis Chock
Francis Chock -Google user
5 months ago
Found this place by accident. It's on the marina. Not in the main drag where all the tourists go. Here you can watch fisherman offload their boats with the daily catch atmosphere is funky. Pat but appropriate for the area. Good place to have seafood
Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5FlounderPlenty of parkingFree parking lotThis is a life kids would like it here.... child's menu available
Katherine Cruz-Deiter
Katherine Cruz-Deiter -Google user
a year ago
What a great sunset view over the Chesapeake Bay. Catherine was a kind & informative local resident serving us & manager Rico made sure we enjoyed our meal. The bang bang shrimp was tasty. The seared Tuna was cooked to my specifications & delicious over the...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Fried Oysters
advocate praxis
advocate praxis -Google user
a year ago
The Shanty is a delightful seafood restaurant located in Cape Charles, Virginia, offering a charming dining experience right on the waterfront. Known for its fresh, locally-sourced seafood and casual, friendly atmosphere, this eatery is a favorite among both locals and visitors. The Shanty prides itself...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Chips, Burger, Fish and Chips, Fried Oysters
Michael Brown
Michael Brown -Google user
a month ago
Best Sunsets on the East Coast...and great food!! Only tell your best friends...shhh ;)
Atmosphere: 5
Judy F
Judy F -Google user
2 years ago
What a great experience! Went on a Wednesday around 1pm, had a little wait so we hung out by the bay side decks where there's a great bar to watch the boats. We had the calamari and buffalo nachos for apps, then the oyster basket,...Read More
Sam N.
Sam N. -Google user
a year ago
This place became a must go and a staple to our cape Charles visits. Service never disappoints and the food is good, catch a sunset there, it’s second best spot after the beach. Highly recommend! If you go there for their soft shell crab sandwich,...Read More
Natasha L
Natasha L -Google user
3 years ago
This restaurant already has tons of quality reviews, but I had to contribute because I liked this place so much that I ate here three times in one week. Every single menu item we ordered was delicious. Everything. …
Chris Bodkin
Chris Bodkin -Google user
Edited 3 months ago
The quality of food is excellent. The presentation compliments the quality. We thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. Cat and Payton were our server and she recommended several dishes that were on point !
Adam Goldstein
Adam Goldstein -Google user
2 months ago
Had a great experience at the 5th Annual Crab Slam!
Food: 5…
Sally Newman
Sally Newman -Google user
2 years ago
While visiting on the Eastern Shore, Cape Charles wanted to go and eat seafood. After comparing the prices of the restaurants, this was the one that we found to be the most affordable for seafood. We were in the mood for oysters, so oysters …
Sherida Douglass
Sherida Douglass -Google user
2 months ago
Food is great and the atmosphere is energetic. The vibe is really laid back…I love the location right on the water ways of Cape Charles. It adds to the seafood taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Honey Badger
Honey Badger -Google user
2 months ago
The food was absolutely delicious. The oysters were fresh and locally sourced. The crab dip was fantastic. A very nice casual atmosphere. Would highly recommend stopping.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Varies by time / dayNo waitPlenty of parkingFree parking lotIt was an open lot.
Sarah Walker
Sarah Walker -Google user
4 months ago
The food was incredible, and the location is so scenic! Loved getting a drink at the bar behind the restaurant while waiting for our table.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseNo special eventPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Alison M
Alison M -Google user
Edited 5 months ago
One of our favorites on the Eastern Shore. By far, the best fish and chips I’ve ever had. Their steamed shrimp, fish tacos, …
Trina Honer
Trina Honer -Google user
11 months ago
Best fish and chips we've ever eaten! We live in Maryland, so we know our seafood. The malt vinegar aioli was the perfect touch. Our server, Josie, had perfect timing each time she came to our table. We will definitely come down this way again,...Read More
William Thomas
William Thomas -Google user
4 months ago
The Shanty is a “must dine” seafood experience right on the water. The view is striking and the food is exceptional. I had the fish and chips and the batter was just right. Not too thick and deliciously seasoned. My wife...Read More
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace, Booth seating, Counter seatingPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
Jarius Brown
Jarius Brown -Google user
a month ago
I’m back in Virginia Beach after a long day. But I was there 8/17/25 about 5-6pm. Really busy!! Didn’t have to wait found a seat at the bar outside in the back. I ordered the shrimp tacos. They were delicious & well balanced. My...Read More
Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace
Dan Petrozelli
Dan Petrozelli -Google user
5 months ago
Delicious! Just an outstanding place to grab a beer and some great food. I sat at the bar, Mary & TJ were just the best bar-tenders that you could ever ask for. I ordered their famous Mac & cheese with blackened chicken….it was off the...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot
Emmalee Gough
Emmalee Gough -Google user
2 months ago
Favorite place we ate at on the eastern shore, elevated beach food, beautiful view. Kat was a great server! Best tuna burger and Mac n cheese
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredNo waitPlenty of parking
Rebecca Rivera
Rebecca Rivera -Google user
3 months ago
Beautiful location with friendly service. Not too many options for those in your party who do not eat seafood. The homemade mac and cheese with blackened chicken was tasty.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 510-30 minIndoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace, Booth seatingPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
Whiskers McDonald
Whiskers McDonald -Google user
5 months ago
Fantastic clam chowder, though served luke warm. conch fritters were da bomb. Server was fantastic, fish tacos were super fresh and tasty and my wife loved her crabcake sandwich with delicious old bay fries. Would come here again
Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5Mahi Tacos
ipuppy Tetreault
ipuppy Tetreault -Google user
a month ago
Friendly service, extensive menu with local seafood specialties. Nice outdoor seating area with a Bay view.
Joanne Donahue
Joanne Donahue -Google user
a month ago
I had a delicious Lobster Roll no mayo, a ton of lobster and claw meat, sorry forgot to take a pic it was one of the best? Rates right up there with Rhode Island and Maine rolls served cold! So you can really taste the...Read More
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Walk-ins onlyNo wait
Irina Bakis
Irina Bakis -Google user
a month ago
The food was amazing! We both had fried flounder and it was so fresh and tasty! We were lucky to get seated right away as we came in between lunch and dinner. The other time, for dinner, the wait was 40 mins and we didn’t...Read More
Lunch$20–30No special eventNo wait
Caroline R
Caroline R -Google user
2 months ago
I had lunch with my mom yesterday, and we had so much fun! It’s my second time at The Shanty, we both got the mac and cheese (I got it with blackened chicken, my mom got hers with shrimp) and it was so good!! The...Read More

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