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Terrapin Restaurant, Virginia Beach, VA

Terrapin Restaurant

4.9
4.9
1523 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming

WE OFFER A CASH DISCOUNT OF 3%
Beginning in 2006, we have been serving the finest quality food to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Our goal, from day one has been to make damn good food, with honest ingredients while being kind to those we meet along the way. 
We offer Terrace seating. Our Terrace is protected from inclement weather and heated for year round dining. It is NOT air conditioned. We do have ceiling fans and cooling fans for the warmer days.
We are proud to present our guests with a dinner menu free of hydrogenated oils, and high fructose corn syrup, yet full of flavor that only the freshest ingredients from local sources can provide.
At Terrapin restaurant, we are very passionate about supporting sustainable organic farmers and local watermen, as well as preserving the integrity of our menu and products.



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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, French, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 321-6688
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rodney Einhorn
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Cross street
    32nd Street & Holly Road
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,523 people are saying

Terrapin 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Overall

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Best Value

  • Virginia

    Contemporary American

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Overall

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Food

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Service

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Ambiance

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Terrapin Restaurant offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "exceptional food and service." Guests rave about the "amazing tasting menu" and personalized touches for special occasions. Known for its "creative flair," Terrapin provides a "wonderful atmosphere" and attentive staff, making it a "top restaurant" in Virginia Beach.

1,523 Reviews
  1. Robin

    Richmond8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing menu, Courtney provided exemplary service for a memorable meal

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  2. Carol

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of 4 really enjoyed dining at Terrapin last night. When we arrived we were warmly greeted and taken to our table. Our server was excellent. Very patient explaining all our options. We ended up ordering a number of appetizers and she timed bringing them out to us perfectly. We never felt rushed or overwhelmed, ensuring that we enjoyed each dish. Everything was very fresh, tasty and artistically presented. We were very impressed with each dish we ordered but especially loved the charcuterie board. We look forward to going back again.

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  3. LoriS

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend. Had a terrific meal with an old friend at Terrapin. Our server Naz was delightful, and the entire team worked well together to ensure we really enjoyed ourselves. The food was superb. Our duck breast and filet main courses were cooked to perfection and to our specifications. The dark chocolate Valrhona pudding with sea salt and a touch of olive oil was exceptional and memorably unique. I loved it. Appreciated the in-house baked sourdough bread that accompanied our starters. We will absolutely return to Terrapin when we visit Virginia Beach again.

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  4. Robert VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brian and staff are always attentive to their patrons. Rodney the chef is one of thee best chef in Virginia Beach. The food is delicious and creative !

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  5. Charles

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience is incredible. It is incomparable to any other restaurant in the area. It is a bit expensive, but it should be. That is why I put the value at a 5 star. The tasting and wine pairing combination is unmatched. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall very good experience. Food was good. Drinks were good. Service was amazing. Sitting “outside” was ok. Lots of vehicle noise.

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  7. Jon VIP

    Washington DC29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time dining here and it was excellent. Our waitress was attentive and informative. The food was delectable.

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  8. Amy VIP

    Las Vegas22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were outstanding! I highly recommend Terrapin!

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  9. MelB VIP

    Richmond31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had booked our 36th wedding anniversary originally but a heavy snowstorm caused all plans to change. We rebooked the following Friday night but I didn’t mention my anniversary again on that booking. They remembered and made such a fuss! Best table in the restaurant, commemorative menus and a free Veuve champagne aperatif. The food, as always, was fabulous. A really memorable and special night. Thank you!!

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  10. Julie VIP

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a small restaurant so you feel like you have your own waiter for whatever you need! Very attentive service. Food was outstanding. So fresh. Absolutely delicious. Great selection of spirits. We did the prefix menu. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

Terrapin Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Terrapin Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 321-6688.

Terrapin Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1523 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 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Terrapin Restaurant

3102 Holly Rd Suite 514, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    32nd Street & Holly Road
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, French, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rodney Einhorn
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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