Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Virginia

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Virginia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Al Fresco Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1101)

$30 and under

Italian

Newport News

About the restaurant

Al Fresco Restaurant lets you feast on a bountiful array of Italian specialties. The outstanding menu, featuring pasta, chicken, veal and seafood, highlights a spectrum of lavish Italian specialties that are sure to please discriminating palates. Al Fresco Restaurant was planned with the summer in mind. An outdoor patio with a warm breeze and cold drinks are a perfect combination.

Top review

Kathy

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

One of my favorite go to restaurants on the Peninsula! Food & flavor plus great service and atmosphere!

CHANNEL BASS INN

4.9

4.9 (303)

$50 and over

French American

Chincoteague

About the restaurant

Distinctive Culinary Cuisine on Chincoteague Island!

Freshly sourced seasonal ingredients are the core of our culinary creations, where classic techniques meet modern influences in our French American cooking style. Chincoteague Island’s only all-inclusive inn and
restaurant features fresh caught seafood, prime cuts of meat, and weekly chef’s specials served in an intimate ambience found nowhere else on the island.

We invite you to indulge, relax and experience the magic of our prix fixe menus designed for our guests who love great food as much as we do.

Breakfasts are open daily by reservation only from 9am to 10am.

Afternoon Teas are available 2pm to 330pm, Thursday and Saturday.

Dinners are available featuring the most elegant dining on the island available 5pm to 7pm, Sunday to Wednesday.

We are a proud recipient of the Opentable 2022 and 2023 Diner's Choice Award, chosen by our guests!

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Catherine

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Consistently very good. staff sensitive to allergies

Leaping Lizard Cafe

4.9

4.9 (1364)

$30 and under

American

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Situated under a canopy of old growth trees on Lake Joyce, this natural gem serves seasonal fare from tidal Virginia. The menu reflects freshness with a distinct emphasis on showcasing the inherent colors and flavors of the ingredients. The cafe's bakery provides all its breads and deserts and is open for retail on the weekends. This fresh approach to food done in a natural and unpretentious setting has been a local favorite for twelve years. If you don't see your desired time slot available give us a call.

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

Food was great. I let the waiter choose between a few selections and was not disappointed. The quiche was delicious and large enough I couldn’t finish.

Mangia Qui Italian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (466)

$30 and under

Italian

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Mangia Qui Italian Bistro in Virginia Beach, VA wants to become your go-to spot for a fun atmosphere and delicious Italian food. You know, that place in the neighborhood where locals gather to kick back and take a night off from cooking.
If you can’t hop a plane to dine at a trattoria in Italy, the next best place is right here. We truly believe we’ve created something with this restaurant that you can’t get anywhere else in the area. From the pride we take in our kitchen preparing fresh to order authentic dishes like homemade lasagna and tiramisu, to our dedicated wait staff providing friendly and personalized service.

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Trey

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Fantastic food and Rob, our server, is excellent!!

Joshua Wilton House

4.9

4.9 (1193)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Harrisonburg

About the restaurant

Located in an elegantly restored Victorian home in historic downtown Harrisonburg, the Joshua Wilton House is a bed & breakfast and fine dining destination. Executive Chef Tom French uses high quality ingredients sourced from the Shenandoah Valley to create a seasonal menu highlighting our local products . The full service bar includes signature cocktails, craft beers and an award-winning wine list. During the warmer months, seating is available on the outdoor brick patio. In the winter time, warm up in our lounge next to one of the original wood burning fireplaces and enjoy a cocktail before your meal. The Joshua Wilton House is also a private event and wedding venue, so please visit our website or call us for any special occasion you are celebrating!

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Laura

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

We had reserved patio seating but when we got there it looked like a storm was coming so we were seated inside. It was still a lovely evening with our family. We enjoyed ourselves and would definitely have dinner at this restaurant again!

The Veranda

4.8

4.8 (121)

$31 to $50

Italian

Virginia Beach

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Veranda Trattoria, where the warm embrace of traditional Italian hospitality meets the sun-kissed shores of Virginia Beach. Nestled in the heart of this vibrant coastal city, our trattoria invites you on a culinary journey that combines the richness of Italian flavors with the laid-back charm of beachside living
The atmosphere is a perfect blend of rustic elegance and coastal comfort, creating a welcoming space for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.
The Veranda Trattoria is not just a restaurant; it's a place where friends and family come together to savor exceptional food, share stories, and create lasting memories. Whether you're seeking a romantic date, a family celebration, or a casual dinner with friends, our trattoria is the perfect setting for every occasion

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Don

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Always a great meal and excellent service! Do need to make a reservation for most evenings as it has become a well known "trattoria" in the area.

Press 626 Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (15)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Norfolk

About the restaurant

Press 626 Wine Bar is a hidden gem in Norfolk, located in a charming 1906 Victorian home. Experience a unique blend of old-world charm and modern elegance, perfect for romantic evenings, friendly gatherings, or solo escapes with a good book and a glass of wine. Our extensive wine list, curated by experts, ensures you'll find the ideal pairing for your meal. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a novice, our knowledgeable staff is here to help. Enjoy elevated comfort food and small plates made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including Chef Leeroi Fonterela's delicious charcuterie board and grilled cheese. Don't forget to try our expertly crafted cocktails, which complement any dish. At Press 626, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy friendly service alongside delicious food and wine. Come as you are and make lasting memories with us.

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Brendan

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Staff was super considerate and thoughtful. Food was great great, as always.

TJ's at the Jefferson Hotel

4.8

4.8 (701)

$30 and under

American

Richmond

About the restaurant

TJ's is open Monday-Saturday for Lunch (11am-3pm), Bar/Lounge (11am-9pm), and Dinner (5pm-9pm).

Bar / Lounge seating will be strictly first come, first served.

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RogerVIP

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Business breakfast. The eggs benedict was excellent. White tablecloth and high-end China a plus. This hotel is most impressive.

Fortunato

4.8

4.8 (1241)

$30 and under

Italian

Roanoke

About the restaurant

Traditional Italian Food and Neapolitan style Pizza served along with craft cocktails, wine, and beer.

Top review

Randy

Dined 2 days ago

Food very reasonably priced drinks wonderful. Wife is very sick with dementia and they took care of her very well understanding and kindness

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Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (217)

$30 and under

Irish

Norfolk

About the restaurant

Welcome to Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant, Norfolk, Virginia.
We offer the alluring and relaxing nature of an authentic Irish pub and the warmth of a Gaelic home kitchen.
Our dark wood interiors, full of cozy nooks and beautifully sculpted bars will transport you to Ireland of old.
Great Food • Great Music • Great Craic, you’ll always feel like a local in Grace O'Malley's

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JohnVIP

Dined on May 10, 2025

Overall a nice experience. Food was ok, but service and ambiance was great.

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