Nestled along the Elizabeth River, the Chesapeake, Virginia, area offers food lovers some of the freshest and most flavorful seafood in the United States. While the area is perhaps best known for its famous crab, local favorites range from dine-in bakeries owned by families in the area to food trucks that specialize in putting a modern twist on famous classic recipes like clam chowder and shrimp scampi. Chesapeake also offers diners plenty of traditional American comfort foods, such as burgers and fries and a surprising selection of authentic cuisine from around the world, including authentic Italian and savory Greek kebabs.