The Veranda

4.7

106 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

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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Location
401 N Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Phone number
(757) 340-3109
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marian Malanchuk

Porcini mushroom soup$8.00
Burrata cheese$15.00
Beefsteak tomatoes, prosciutto, pesto sauce
Chicken Liver Pate$13.00
Onion marmalade, roasted red beets and pistachios on top
Bruschetta$13.00
Beefsteak tomatoes, garlic, basil, parmesan cheese
Steamed clams$16.00
Cured Meat platter$18.00
Black pepper coated dry salami, italian dry salami, coppa, prosciutto, grissini with side blue cheese dressing
Garlic shrimp$16.00
Sautéed shrimp cooked in garlic butter sauce
Roasted goat cheese$13.00
Roasted bell pepper, garlic and shallots confit

Salads

Rocket salad$10.00
Arugula, cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge Salad$12.00
Bacon, blue cheese dressing, cherry tomatoes
Caesar salad$10.00

Pasta

Home made pasta

Aglio e olio$18.00
Tagliolini with garlic, olive oil, parsley, cherry tomatoes, chili flakes, garlic bread crumbs
Carbonara$21.00
Tagliatelle with pecorino romano, applewood smoked bacon, egg yolk
Bolognese$22.00
Tagliatelle with beef, veal, pork, in San Marzano tomato sauce
Creamy chicken pesto$22.00
Rigatoni
Lamb Ragu$23.00
Rigatoni with slowly braised lamb leg, onions, carrots, celery, San Marzano tomatoes
🌶️Arrabiata$21.00
Tagliatelle with applewood smoked bacon, chili flakes, San Marzano tomato sauce
🌶️Seafood pasta$29.00
tagliatelle with scallop chunks, shrimp, spicy San Marzano tomato sauce
Pasta with salmon$24.00
Tagliatelle in creamy lemon sauce
Lasagna bolognese$24.00
Bolognese sauce, bechamel sauce, homemade lasagna sheets, mozarella
Kids (only) Pasta$8.00
Tagliolini in San Marzano tomato sauce or butter sauce

Entrees

Steak Tagliata$31.00
Sliced New York strip, side arugula salad, roasted potatoes and onion marmalade
Chicken parmigiana$25.00
Pan Fried chicken breast, San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, side tagliolini in San Marzano tomato sauce
Salmon Blackened$27.00
Lemon caper butter sauce, side arugula salad, roasted potatoes
Rockfish$29.00
Lemon thyme butter sauce, side arugula salad, roasted potatoes
Duck breast$29.00
Cinnamon apple marmalade, tart cherries, red wine reduction, side arugula salad, roasted potatoes
🌶️Cioppino$31.00
Hearty Italian-American stew made with a medley of fish, shrimp, scallops, clams, San Marzano tomato sauce

Dolce

Burnt basque cheesecake$8.00
Tiramisu$8.00
Panna cotta$7.00
Cannoli$7.00

What 106 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia
Italian
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Best Value
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Veranda is a charming gem known for its "excellent food and service." Diners praise the "authentic Italian" cuisine, including delightful pasta and seafood dishes. The atmosphere is "cozy" and "inviting," with a "friendly and efficient" staff. Reservations are recommended due to the intimate setting.

106 Reviews

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Klaus
Richmond3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Great service. We definitely will be back!
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Diane VIP
Richmond12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is sublime! Best in town! Staff is very Attentive .
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Don
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant does everything perfectly, right down to the desserts. Easily adjusted my reservation for 2 more people. We will be returning to our new favorite place.
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joan
Richmond9 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent from the time you enter to the time you leave. Food, Drinks, Desserts, everything was quality. We will be back.
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James
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
food was delicious. The setting was very intimate as it’s a smaller restaurant run by a team of husband and Wife ❤️. come to the restaurant when you have time to sit and enjoy. Don’t expect things to be served quickly and you won’t be disappointed. we loved it and will definitely be back.
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Nicholas
San Francisco2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It's was an okay experience. Good for every day dinning. It's NOT good for special occasions. It is too small and too tight for a romantic dinner and cheap.
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James
Richmond17 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Salmon very good. Steak semi tough. Not warm when served. No choice of vegetable. Martini excellent along with wife’s drink. Slow service. Would probably go back sometime in the future.
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Tom VIP
Richmond5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fresh and delicious. Great selection of reasonable priced wine. Service was outstanding, definitely will go back.
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Frank VIP
Richmond100 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were on point. This was our second time at this restaurant and we will returned. Reservations are recommended as there is limited seating.
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michael VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We definitely have a new favorite Italian place! As hard as it is for me to say this, hands down better than any place around the Hampton Roads area - yes better than that place, and yes that place too. The best. Every course was a standout, well prepared, perfectly seasoned, served with care, and flavor authentic as it comes. I lived in Italy for 7 years and this is the first place that truly took me back. Small place so reservations are needed but it will not disappoint. My take best takeaway, our server was so confident in our meal she said she would pay for it if it was not the best. We paid for our meal, and I appreciate that level or confidence. Amazing.
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FAQs

The Veranda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 340-3109.

The Veranda is rated 4.7 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

401 N Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

Additional information

Phone number
(757) 340-3109
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marian Malanchuk

The Veranda

Make a reservation

Additional information

Apps

Porcini mushroom soup$8.00

Burrata cheese$15.00

Chicken Liver Pate$13.00

Bruschetta$13.00

Steamed clams$16.00

Cured Meat platter$18.00

Garlic shrimp$16.00

Roasted goat cheese$13.00

Salads

Rocket salad$10.00

Wedge Salad$12.00

Caesar salad$10.00

Pasta

Aglio e olio$18.00

Carbonara$21.00

Bolognese$22.00

Creamy chicken pesto$22.00

Lamb Ragu$23.00

🌶️Arrabiata$21.00

🌶️Seafood pasta$29.00

Pasta with salmon$24.00

Lasagna bolognese$24.00

Kids (only) Pasta$8.00

Entrees

Steak Tagliata$31.00

Chicken parmigiana$25.00

Salmon Blackened$27.00

Rockfish$29.00

Duck breast$29.00

🌶️Cioppino$31.00

Dolce

Burnt basque cheesecake$8.00

Tiramisu$8.00

Panna cotta$7.00

Cannoli$7.00

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