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262 - Hot Tuna, Virginia Beach, VA

Hot Tuna

4.6
4.6
1528 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Here at Hot Tuna, our food is 5-star, but our dress code is surfer chic. Hot Tuna is a member of the Farm-to-Fork Movement; our menu features what is fresh, in-season and local. Eastern Shore seafood and produce from our local farms are staples, and our menu runs the gamut, from the freshest Ahi tuna to gourmet gouda burgers. Our bartenders are as adventurous as our chefs, providing you with hand-muddled mojitos, homemade sangria and organic margaritas. We hope you enjoy your dining experience with us!

**Thank you for your reservation. We attempt to honor all specific table requests such as a booth or outdoor seating. We are able to honor those requests 90% of the time. However, there are some occasions where a specific request may not be available at the time of your reservation. We do have a 2 1/2 hour time limit on parties of 6 or more.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 481-2888
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Raleigh Rives
  • Catering
    We can cater any function. Birthdays, weddings, rehearsals, graduations and many more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private event space that can host from 10-100. Please call us at 757-481-2888 or email us at hottunavb@gmail.com with any questions. You may also find info on our website, hottunavb.com, under the private dining heading.
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Cross street
    Great Neck Road/Shore Drive
  • Parking details
    Free on site parking available.
  • Entertainment
    Live bands- The best in live local entertainment, every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. Please check our website for details.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,528 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hot Tuna is a vibrant dining spot in Virginia Beach, consistently praised for its "great food and excellent service." Patrons love the "delicious cedar plank salmon" and "superb staff." With a lively atmosphere, live music, and an outstanding happy hour, it's a top choice for celebrations. Reservations are recommended.

1,528 Reviews
  1. William

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a reservation for 730 and arrived 10 min early. We were told our table wasn’t ready and we would receive a text message when it was. After 40 min I went back to ask again and it still wasn’t ready, so we cancelled the reservation and sat at the bar for dinner. The appetizers were great, the calamari and Brussels sprouts. We got the smoked salmon and shrimp pasta for the main course. The mushroom risotto was delicious, the salmon didn’t have much flavor besides the smokiness. The pasta was very bland and didn’t have much flavor. The drinks were great, especially the espresso martini and the lavender basil smash.

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  2. George

    VIP

    Richmond

    71 reviews

    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great appetizers ! The Brussels sprouts were amazing and the pasta and tuna were delicious!!

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  3. mark

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great service great food {she crab is the best i have ever eaten} love the total experience all at a great price

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  4. Erin

    VIP

    San Antonio

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adam was an exceptional waiter. The food was great.

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  5. Natalia

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience. The food is delicious, with well-balanced flavors and beautiful presentations. Definitely a great choice for enjoying a fantastic meal. Highly recommended!

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  6. Todd

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed it. Very good food and fun location.

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  7. Ronald

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was cooked just as ordered. Each person was pleased with his/her meal. Hallie handled our table perfectly, checking on us and letting us know about each stage of our meal. It was restaurant week and it was very busy, but we felt neither rushed nor ignored. Our seats were off to a side, which was great for a large party. Great evening for a large group.

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  8. Patti & Gene

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took advantage of restaurant week for our first visit to Hot Tuna. Food was excellent, atmosphere nice but a little loud. Was very busy so kichen was behind but a comfortable wait. Will definitely return.

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  9. Pat

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food and service. Highly recommend their happy hour menu

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  10. Philip

    Wilmington

    51 reviews

    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice visit, arrived not knowing it was the beginning of Happy Hour! Although patronage picked up quickly, it did not seem over crowded and Hailee our server was attentive and efficient. I enjoyed Rockfish tacos served with a very tasty black beans and rice side that had just enough spice to add flavor without overheating the palate! My companion raved about her Poke tacos. The tuna was excellent and the taco shells crispy. The drink menu included some interesting mixed drinks and enough beer styles to meet most tastes.

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FAQs

Hot Tuna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 481-2888.

Hot Tuna is rated 4.6 stars by 1528 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hot Tuna

2817 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Great Neck Road/Shore Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free on site parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Raleigh Rives
  • Entertainment
    Live bands- The best in live local entertainment, every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. Please check our website for details.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 481-2888
  • Catering
    We can cater any function. Birthdays, weddings, rehearsals, graduations and many more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private event space that can host from 10-100. Please call us at 757-481-2888 or email us at hottunavb@gmail.com with any questions. You may also find info on our website, hottunavb.com, under the private dining heading.
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