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Hot Tuna

Restaurants, Tapas Bars near Elizabeth City, NC | Last updated: May 27, 2024

Avg 4.3* in total 628 reviews.

Claimed  -  $$ -  Bars, Seafood, New American

Phone: (757) 481-2888

About the Business

Specialties

Fresh - Local - Seafood - Gourmet Burgers - Hereford Steaks. Hot Tuna has a fresh, exciting seasonal and New American menu served in a lively beach atmosphere. We have the best, fresh local seafood from the world famous shores of the Chesapeake Bay and the Virginia Coast. We also have the finest, natural, aged Hereford steaks, homemade Sangria, local craft beers, award winning Mojitos and scrumptious calamari. Our menu is constantly evolving and our staff provides exemplary service. Happy Hour is from 4pm - 5:30 p.m., daily, with mouth watering tapas and refreshing cocktail specials - all at a great price! We have the trendiest local bar scene, with live entertainment every Friday and Saturday. Check out our front porch with open fire pits! Our Private Party Room is a great place to host your rehearsal dinner, graduation party, birthday party, hail & farewell or any other special event.

History

Established in 1992.

Hot Tuna is a local landmark. This legendary establishment was opened in 1992 by Brett, and Jennifer, two great friends and Virginia Beach natives. After more than 30 years, Brett, Savanah, JB, Doug and Jennifer are still enthusiastic owners who continually reinvent Hot Tuna with creative new menus sourced from local waters and farms. Come see why Southern Living, Coastal Living, The Washington Post, & the Virginia Pilot have all published glowing reviews of Hot Tuna. Hot Tuna is a Member of Buy Fresh Buy Local, Virginia Green, the Craft Beer Association, and the Farm to Fork Movement.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Brett K.

Business Owner

Brett K, Savannah D, Jennifer P.We started our restaurant in 1992.  The menu is changed often to keep it fresh. We proudly participate in the Buy Fresh Buy Local program.  We are a Virginia Green certified restaurant, AAA diamond rated, and use Virginia Clams, Oysters, produce, & the best fresh fish around.  It's not too hard when your restaurant is next to the Chesapeake Bay. Thank you for allowing us to serve you.

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Get Directions:

2817 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Hours:
Mon 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM  
Tue 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM  
Wed 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM  
Thu 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM  
Fri 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM  
Sat 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM  
Sun 3:00 PM - 9:30 PM Open now


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