Rockafeller's Restaurant

Name: Rockafeller's Restaurant
Address: 308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA, United States, 23451
Telephone: (757) 422-5654
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1816)

$30 and under

Seafood

308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

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2 people

Jul 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

When visiting Rockafeller's, one of Virginia Beach's landmark seafood restaurants located on Rudee Inlet, customers can expect a casual atmosphere and a menu featuring fresh local seafood, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, Sunday Brunch, three course early bird specials and more! Our specials will provide you with the freshest fish and seafood offerings available in Virginia Beach. Don't forget that Rockafeller's award winning homemade desserts offer the perfect way to finish off your dining experience . First place winner of the 2022 East Coast She Crab Soup Classic. While there they can also feel good knowing that by supporting Rockafeller's they are also supporting one of the first Virginia Green restaurants. Large parties can be accommodated on a limited basis and we have private banquet facilities which can accommodate groups from 9 to 90. Please visit our website, www.rockafellers.com. Rockafeller's is committed to great service, freshly prepared food and environmental excellence.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(757) 422-5654
Website
http://www.rockafellers.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Brent Edenfield
Private party facilities
At Rockafeller's, we're all about serving up the local flavor. Bring your appetite and the whole gang to our little slice of heaven at the end of Mediterranean Ave and Winston-Salem Avenue (5th Street), just minutes from the oceanfront. Corporate and office parties, family get togethers, and customer appreciation..no matter what the occasion, Rockafeller's banquet services let you shine while your guests dine! We can accommodate groups from 9-90 with private banquet facilities available upstairs!

Location
308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Neighborhood
Virginia Beach
Cross street
Winston Salem Ave
Parking details
Rockafeller's offers ease of parking via full time complimentary valets in season (May-September) as well as peak days off season. Free self parking is available all other days. Rockafeller's is easily accessible from the oceanfront and pedestrian/bike traffic is always welcome and just a short walk/ride from the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
Public transit
During the summer, catch the Trolly to Rockafeller's on Virginia Beach's hybrid electric trolleys! Trolley stops are available up and down the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Simply take the trolley to the 5th Street stop, then you will have a short and pleasant walk down Winston Salem Avenue (note it is the same as 5th St.). This dead ends into Rockafeller's parking lot.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Appetizer Sampler for Two$45.99
oysters rockafeller (4) • crab rounds (4) • bbq shrimp (5)
Grilled BBQ Shrimp$11.99
shrimp • applewood bacon • smoky BBQ
Shrimp Hushpuppies$11.99
southern-style • pimento dipping sauce
She Crab Soup$10.99
2025 People's Choice Award • classic recipe
Calamari$14.99
hand-cut • fried • spicy remoulade
Brussels Sprouts$12.99
halved • sweet chili • pickled onions • Furikake spices
Hot Crab Dip$18.98
cheese • crab • naan rounds
Ahi Tuna$14.99
wasabi aioli
Oysters Rockafeller$29.99
house specialty • must have • bacon • cheese • spinach
Oysters on the Half Shell$0.00
local Virginia oyster
Scallops$22.99
seared scallops • peach salsa • fennel slaw

DINNER SPECIALTIES

Selections are served with seasonal sides.

Fish Market Daily Catch$0.00
available grilled, broiled, fried, cajun, poached, or char-crust (2.99) • served with seasonal sides
- Market$0.00
Spring Grouper$29.99
seared grouper • fingerling potatoes with seasonal vegetable • citrus-chive vinaigrette
Pasta with Scallops and Shrimp$35.99
creamy pesto sauce • asparagus • roasted tomatoes
Seafood Mac & Cheese$28.99
shrimp • bay scallops • lobster • seasonal vegetable
New York Strip$38.99
center hand-cut • lightly seasoned • risotto • seasonal vegetable
Filet$49.99
hand-cut • fingerling potatoes with seasonal vegetable • demi-glace • yuzu basil butter
- Market$49.99
Rock's Trio$41.99
crab cake • shrimp • scallops • risotto • seasonal vegetables
- Market$41.99
Mr. B's Baby Back Ribs$25.99
original sweet & smoky Frankie's Ribs recipe • mac & cheese • seasonal sides
Colossal Fried Shrimp$29.99
butterflied jumbo shrimp • lightly seasoned • seasonal sides
Classic Crab Cakes$0.00
jumbo lump crab cakes • fingerling potatoes with seasoal vegetable • citrus-chive vinaigrette
- Market$0.00
Grilled Shrimp Rockafeller$29.99
jumbo shrimp • stuffed with spinach, bacon, cheese • sumac-citrus buerre blanc • cilantro lime rice • seasonal vegetables
Char-Crust Mahi$29.99
baby spinach • cilantro lime rice • balsamic tomato salad
Pesto Salmon$30.99
cilantro lime rice • seasonal vegetable

Salads

balsamic vinaigrette • blue cheese • thousand island • citrus-chive vinaigrette • ranch • sesame ginger

Rockin' Wedge$9.99
local baby lettuce • blue cheese • bacon • grape tomatoes
Salmon & Peach Salad$21.99
fresh local greens • grilled peaches • pickled onion • cucumber • mint • feta • citrus peach vinaigrette
Classic Cobb Salad$16.98
fresh local greens • chicken • bacon • guacamole • eggs • tomatoes • carrots • blue cheese
Homemade Caesar Salad*$9.99
romaine • housemade croutons • made-from-scratch dressing
Garden Salad$8.99
fresh green garden salad

LUNCH SPECIALTIES

All sandwiches include fries.

Double Decker Tacos$17.98
hard & soft tortilla • fried fish bites • cheese, cabbage, pico • sriracha aioli
Big Fish Sandwich$14.99
fish of the day • lettuce • tomato • spicy remoulade • brioche
Lobstah Roll$27.99
butter-poached lobster claw & knuckle • lemon aioli • brioche
Crab Cake Sandwich$0.00
classic crab cake • remoulade • brioche
- Market$0.00
Classic Burger$16.98
grass-fed beef • classic toppings • brioche

A LA CARTE

Homemade Mac n' Cheese$7.99
Tomato Cucumber Salad$5.99
Fennel Slaw$6.99
Risotto$6.99
Cilantro Lime House Rice$4.99
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$6.99
Bread Basket$7.99
(for 4)

KIDS MENU

Ages 10 and under, please!

Chicken Fingers & Fries$9.99
Half Rack Baby Back Ribs$12.99
Mac & Cheese & Applesauce$7.99
Side Applesauce$1.99
Side Mandarin Oranges$2.99

What 1,816 people are saying

Rockafeller's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia
Great for scenic views
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Healthy
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rockafeller's Restaurant offers "amazing food and atmosphere" with standout views of Rudee's Inlet. Guests praise the "fantastic service" and "family-friendly" environment. Known for its "best oysters Rockefeller" and "delicious she crab soup," this dining spot is perfect for special occasions or a relaxed waterfront meal.

1,816 Reviews

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Leah
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic time with amazing food! It was our last night of our vacation and Rockafeller’s made it a wonderful experience!!!
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Kate VIP
Washington, D.C. Area24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our group loved our meal. Some of our favorites were the barbecue shrimp and definitely the spring grouper. The she crab soup was outstanding. My mother loved her crabcakes. I can’t wait to come back to this restaurant and order the spring grouper again.
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Kim
Virginia4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. Our server was professional yet personable. The food was delicious & the view was great! I would definitely return. The restaurant was family friendly, with lots of children in tow.
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JenF
South Carolina3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good experience overall but i have to add that the crab cakes were so salty that they were barely edible. I was really excited to have the $45 crab cakes but I could barely finish one. They lacked a crispy outside that I’m used to but I could get over that if they hadn’t been so over salted. Aside from that it’s a good place.
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Aleyea
Virginia1 review
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
went for my boyfriends birthday, food was great and came out super fast. the staff was friendly and the restaurant was beautiful with a nice view of the marina.
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Steve VIP
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience. Waiter was super knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. Great diverse menu; seafood fresh and delicious. Great view of the Rudee’s Inlet.
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Douglas
Virginia17 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Server was efficient and pleasant enough but the food was mediocre. Restaurant is crowded and tables are arranged in a way that places you very close the ajoining diners.
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Chris
Charlotte5 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was July 3rd which is obviously going to be a very busy time. When we arrived (on time) we were held from being seated for 15 minutes because the orders were backed up in the kitchen. We were at our table another 45 minutes before our appetizers came. The server was great and very attentive, but if we didn't nurse our drinks, they would have been long gone before the food arrived. The food was very good and worth the wait, but we were disappointed that the management didn't handle the situation better.
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David VIP
Washington, D.C. Area24 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Great dining experience. Did a good job with large party. Drinks were well made and server was attentive.
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Cheryl
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would recommend this restaurant for the best food quality and amazing views of the bay especially at sunset. Great experience.
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FAQs

Rockafeller's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 422-5654.

Rockafeller's Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1816 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Winston Salem Ave
Neighborhood
Virginia Beach
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Rockafeller's offers ease of parking via full time complimentary valets in season (May-September) as well as peak days off season. Free self parking is available all other days. Rockafeller's is easily accessible from the oceanfront and pedestrian/bike traffic is always welcome and just a short walk/ride from the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
Public transit
During the summer, catch the Trolly to Rockafeller's on Virginia Beach's hybrid electric trolleys! Trolley stops are available up and down the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Simply take the trolley to the 5th Street stop, then you will have a short and pleasant walk down Winston Salem Avenue (note it is the same as 5th St.). This dead ends into Rockafeller's parking lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brent Edenfield
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rockafellers.com/
Phone number
(757) 422-5654
Private party facilities
At Rockafeller's, we're all about serving up the local flavor. Bring your appetite and the whole gang to our little slice of heaven at the end of Mediterranean Ave and Winston-Salem Avenue (5th Street), just minutes from the oceanfront. Corporate and office parties, family get togethers, and customer appreciation..no matter what the occasion, Rockafeller's banquet services let you shine while your guests dine! We can accommodate groups from 9-90 with private banquet facilities available upstairs!

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Rockafeller's Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Virginia Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

She Crab Soup

Spring Grouper

Julia's Chocolate Mousse

APPETIZERS & STARTERS

Appetizer Sampler for Two$45.99

Grilled BBQ Shrimp$11.99

Shrimp Hushpuppies$11.99

She Crab Soup$10.99

Calamari$14.99

Brussels Sprouts$12.99

Hot Crab Dip$18.98

Ahi Tuna$14.99

Oysters Rockafeller$29.99

Oysters on the Half Shell$0.00

Scallops$22.99

DINNER SPECIALTIES

Fish Market Daily Catch$0.00

Spring Grouper$29.99

Pasta with Scallops and Shrimp$35.99

Seafood Mac & Cheese$28.99

New York Strip$38.99

Filet$49.99

Rock's Trio$41.99

Mr. B's Baby Back Ribs$25.99

Colossal Fried Shrimp$29.99

Classic Crab Cakes$0.00

Grilled Shrimp Rockafeller$29.99

Char-Crust Mahi$29.99

Pesto Salmon$30.99

Salads

Rockin' Wedge$9.99

Salmon & Peach Salad$21.99

Classic Cobb Salad$16.98

Homemade Caesar Salad*$9.99

Garden Salad$8.99

LUNCH SPECIALTIES

Double Decker Tacos$17.98

Big Fish Sandwich$14.99

Lobstah Roll$27.99

Crab Cake Sandwich$0.00

Classic Burger$16.98

A LA CARTE

Homemade Mac n' Cheese$7.99

Tomato Cucumber Salad$5.99

Fennel Slaw$6.99

Risotto$6.99

Cilantro Lime House Rice$4.99

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$6.99

Bread Basket$7.99

KIDS MENU

Chicken Fingers & Fries$9.99

Half Rack Baby Back Ribs$12.99

Mac & Cheese & Applesauce$7.99

Side Applesauce$1.99

Side Mandarin Oranges$2.99

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Make a reservation

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