Seafood is the focus at this laid-back, Southern-inspired haunt with a bar & nautical-themed decor. Based on 558 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
9500 30th Bay St, Norfolk, VA 23518
Phone: (757) 917-5117
Website: http://www.surfriderrestaurant.com/
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Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Steven
Over all for a quick search on seafood I choose to try Surf Rider Bay Point Restaurant. For a fly of the moment walk in and order to go 2 meals with sides of say it worth a visit the inside is open and friendly based environment. The outside which is limited to seating has a very nice outdoor sitting nice place just to eat and talk with family or friends even your date would love it with its just calming surroundings and views. The food was really prepared well in taste and presentation was pretty gd made it much more appetizing. Over all this place is unique in its own way. Thumbs up on the server very polite professional and courteous. For my 1st visit will keep it in mind on my future visits I really like the environment it has.
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Hypnotic Michael
A delicious family meal out. Arrived on a yachting race day so parking was valet only (complimentary, tips of course appreciated) as a result of the lot being shared with the marina. Absolutely no problem with that but mentioned as some folks are nervous about valet parking so might be worth a check if you fall into that camp. Also seemed like you could sit by the pool (use the pool?) outside although on a warm August evening we opted for the air conditioning. There’s no WiFi but equally it’s the type of place to enjoy the atmosphere, views of the marking and really delicious food. My wife thought the crab cake was spectacular and the calamari equally so. I had a topped cheeseburger which was although lovely, especially with tater tots although no problems with the fries either. Kids gobbled up their food (calamari and a hamburger respectively) and the service was really good throughout: friendly and attentive. Being really picky, the only downside on service was the table clearer who kept appearing and seeming to want to remove each piece of crockery separately at every opportunity and came over to ask (even asking about just one plate that still had some food on it!). I admire the enthusiasm, but it seemed just a little overbearing, as if there was some sort of tableware shortage and the poor kitchen assistant had been sent to recover every item possible as soon as possible! That didn’t take away from the overall experience of this delightful spot, however, that served really lovely food in a great atmosphere (I enjoyed the spacious feel as well – a nice wide aisle rather than cramming the tables in). I can’t comment on the crab cakes personally, but based on my wife’s comments, if that sort of thing is to your taste, then Surf Rider is not to be missed!
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annie zd
We were there very early in the evening, but all the window seats were taken by diners, and we were envious of their view. But our booth seats in the second row were absolutely fine and we could see the beautiful marina from there. Our food is all fresh and tasty, and my classic Mojito was well-made. Our server was attentive, and we enjoyed our meal.
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Casey Hartman
Several friends and I went to Surf Rider’s for lunch today (a Sunday). The service was good – waitress took our orders fairly quick and our food arrived in a reasonable time. I ordered the Oyster Po Boy with tots. I asked if cheese could be added to them. I was offered a slice or shredded, but later she said that they couldn’t do it. They will put a cheese slice on a grilled chicken though. I’ll have to go to Sonic since cheese tots is part of their culinary skills. The oysters tasted really good. It didn’t come with any remoulade or other sauce. It was just fried oysters on bread.
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Mia Miles
Very spacious restaurant with plenty of seating. Crab legs were cooked to perfection. Salad was fresh. Server was kind. There was a nice view of the water as well.
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Walter Bettencourt
I had the Broiled Seafood platter; see photo more than enough food for the price. Baked potato and corn pudding was excellent. Bring a hearty appetite .
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Mario & Luigi
Place wasn’t bad. I had the stuffed flounder, no seasoning on the flounder but the stuffing was outstanding. My wife had crab and shrimp, she liked it, said it was good. We both had broccoli but both were raw. Sent back and received it after we finished our dinner. The tuna bites were very good and the hot crab dip was ok.
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Rebecca Leser
Our favorite Surf Rider! We’ve tried about half the items on the menu so far and everything has been delicious. Favorite food menu items include the hamburgers, chicken fingers, fish and chips, peel and eat shrimp, shrimp po’ boy, and shrimp alfredo. The mango colada, rum runner, mango margarita, and mojitos are very tasty! Their homemade desserts are killer too (coffee mudpie and blueberry pie in particular)!
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Taryn Gisbert
So disappointed. Just moved to the area (and in with my boyfriend), we biked there after a drink at Cova. Was very excited to check out the local spots and the view and location here looked great. There was a 20 min wait, not an issue, we waited at the bar and had a seltzer. Once seated it took an hour to get our order of hush puppies, which were delicious. I ordered the cold seafood platter because I really wanted oysters, and some shrimp. I asked about a mignonette and the waitress said they didn’t have that however she assured me she would bring lemons and horseradish all the fixings and I was satisfied as most places don’t have it. We were told numerous times that the kitchen is backed up and I understand how that can be. Understandably they were busy on a Sunday (and Father’s Day) but I’ve never waited so long to be more disappointed as the night went on. After the hushpuppies finally came it took another hour to receive our entrees. I was very surprised to see no oysters on the plate. I was trying to find our waitress who was nowhere to be found and the kitchen was closed but this time, but I assumed this was a mistake. When I found her to ask about they oysters she very bluntly told me they ran out, when I asked why I wasn’t told or why the fixings were not included she said “I guess I can’t do anything right”. I was sincerely trying to determine the confusion- I’ve never ordered something at a restaurant that they ran out of and they didn’t tell me, and served me the rest with no explanation. She said that the meal would be discounted and Dustin would be over to speak to me. I also asked about waters which she gave us straws but never brought the water. When Dustin (manager? Not sure) came he brought the lemons and was very blunt about running out of oysters and discounting the bill. I’m flabbergasted at this point- I would have ordered something else if told this at ANY point. The food I got was raw clams and room temp shrimp- it was clearly on ice at some point but was floating in an inch of water when it came to my table. I couldn’t even eat it. They discounted my bill (I would have preferred to EAT something) and the waters never arrived. Very sad experience. The bar was nice, and while busy I would return for a drink. Also many other servers were very nice and attentive (to their tables) so this review does not represent the entire staff at this establishment.
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Nik of Time Travel Agency
Great location. They definitely have some of the best she crab soup and crab dip in the area. But the other food that we had…the fish and chips and shrimp po boy werent good at all. The service that Melissa was top tier. Definitely sit in her section if you dine here.
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