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Venture Kitchen

➤ 9 E Queens Wy E, Hampton, VA 23669, United States

Carte • Kebab • Cafés • Kitchen • Vegetarian

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"Yesterday, my sisters treated me to Brunch for my birthday at Venture, where I had previously eaten at for lunch and had fond memories of (pre-pandemic). Unfortunately, it's changed, and not necessarily for the better in my view. I remember it as being a farm-to-table gem, where you could find innovative and healthy options as a regular thing. Maybe you still can achieve those but just not at Brunch on a Sunday. I first thought I'd get the Cherries Jubilee French Toast; but upon finding out from our server that the cherries were going to be the consistency of cherry pie filling I searched for something I hoped would be healthy. I picked from the regular Brunch menu the King's Plate because I figured the root vegetable hash would offer some tasty and relatively healthy ingredients. The flavors of the root vegetables were sadly overpowered by the excessive garlic in the heavy sausage gravy. The homemade biscuit was a perfect accompaniment, however. It just would've been nice to have some fresh fruit served with it. There was nothing on the regular or particular Sunday Brunch specials menu to recommend it for a 2nd try. I may give regular lunch another try. Or I may go somewhere I'm more confident of getting a healthy, fresh, reasonably priced meal. The service was great, and as always, I tipped our server of her effort, not my satisfaction with the food. There's great potential at Venture, and I always remembered it as being a great destination restaurant- one you'll drive more than the usual miles to get to- but it needs some work to recreate a more universally enticing menu."

La Parrilla Mexican Grill

➤ 2100 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton, 23666, United States Of America

Carte • Pizza • Sushi • Steak • Mexican

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"Been too many different places that serve Mexican food and this is the best place I've ever been to in my life. I think the staff is very friendly and they have a nice bar atmosphere and it is very crowded for only one reason and that is because of the absolutely amazing food. Highly recommend you go here if you're in this area and you like Mexican food. Yummy! Yummy yummy!"

Pho 79

➤ 2040 Coliseum Dr, 23666, Hampton, US, United States

Carte • Soup • Chicken • Vietnamese • Vietnamese Food

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"Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Pho 79 yesterday for lunch while in Hampton after trying on Mother of the Groom Dresses! My lunch was delicious from the Tom Hoa Tien (Rocket Shrimp) to my Bun Dac Biet had the combo meats since I couldn 't decide! Lol The staff were wonderful everyone was working hard and supporting each other very friendly, welcoming and all showed a great sense of humor. I would definitely go back! Check it out!"

Smitty's Better Burger

➤ 1313 North King Street, Hampton, 23669, United States Of America

Carte • Seafood • American • Fast Food • North American

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"I ordered a Smitty's Super Burger with crinkle-cut fries (they also offer waffle fries), along with a Diet Coke. My food was delivered to my car in about five minutes. I paid $8.19 for lunch and added a little tip for my car hop, which was well worth it. The burger was hot, juicy, and bursting with flavor. If they use frozen patties, you'd never know—it was seasoned perfectly and expertly cooked on a flat top. The bun was soft and held up beautifully against all the juices and condiments, while the toppings were fresh and crisp—great pickles too! The fries were hot, salted, and delicious; crinkle cuts are hard to beat when fried right, frozen or not. My Diet Coke was icy with the perfect syrup-to-soda ratio. I posted some pictures above. After finishing my meal, I turned on my lights, and my car hop promptly came over to take my tray, thanking me for my visit. What a fantastic experience! If you find yourself in Hampton, be sure to stop by Smitty's Better Burger—it's just a great time with delicious food! Thanks, Smitty's; after 50 years in business, you guys have still got it!"

Monsoon Eclectic Modern Indian

➤ 2150 Allainby WayVA 23666, Hampton, United States

Carte • Pizza • Indian • Mexican • Seafood

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"My husband and I frequent Monsoon whether it's for a date night or to fill our need of yummy/spicy food. Everytime we go we get the same exact items. Our app came within minutes however we had been at Monsoon for over an hour and our entrees still were not delivered. About 30-40 minutes after we arrived a neighboring table sat down, ordered and received both their appetizers and entrees. I HATE complaining, but at this point I thought our server may have forgotten to ring our entrees in. My husband checked and this is indeed what happened. Needless to say management was apologetic and comped our meals. We will certainly return since we also have received wonderful service. I think this time they may have been a little too busy."