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Leaping Lizard Cafe, Virginia Beach, VA

Leaping Lizard Cafe

4.9
4.9
1309 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Situated under a canopy of old growth trees on Lake Joyce, this natural gem serves seasonal fare from tidal Virginia. The menu reflects freshness with a distinct emphasis on showcasing the inherent colors and flavors of the ingredients. The cafe's bakery provides all its breads and deserts and is open for retail on the weekends. This fresh approach to food done in a natural and unpretentious setting has been a local favorite for twelve years. If you don't see your desired time slot available give us a call.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon, Tue 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 460-5327
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Executive Chef
    Bill Prince

What 1,309 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Value

  • Virginia

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Virginia

    American

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Overall

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Value

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Great for brunch

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Innovative

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Healthy

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Leaping Lizard Cafe is a vibrant local gem in Virginia Beach, known for its "fresh, delicious food," and "excellent service." With a "charming atmosphere" and "friendly staff," it's perfect for brunch or dinner. Diners rave about the "creative dishes" and outdoor seating. Reservations recommended for this popular spot!

1,309 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I LOVE the leaping lizard! I highly recommend if you want a quaint full of character dinner spot to stop in!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food and service! Reservations recommended on a weekend.

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  3. Kathy

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and hospitality. One of my favorite restaurants in Virginia Beach!

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  4. Angela VIP

    Richmond21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious fresh food. Excellent friendly service...a neighborhood gem!

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  5. Renee

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So happy that they are open again for dinner. Betsy was great.

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  6. Charli

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a treat to eat here. Food quality consistent and staff very welcoming.

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  7. Lynda

    Baltimore8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding brunch experience. The cafe was very amenable to us increasing our party by two people with 30 min notice and took care of us with grace and a hospitable welcome. The food was well prepared, tasty, and beautifully presented. Options for all tastes.

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  8. Clydell

    Richmond272 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Leaping Lizard. We sat at the bar and we really enjoyed it. The food was outstanding and the and the service was great. We will definitely be back.

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  9. Justin

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We found this place years ago. We’ve been back many times. The food and service has always been great. It’s a nice farm to table establishment with a bakery attached.

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  10. Julie VIP

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was outstanding. Fresh and delicious. An eclectic atmosphere and very inviting. I didn’t like the cake I ordered. Chocolate almond. It was so sweet you couldn’t eat it. Wait staff was very attentive. Highly recommend!

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FAQs

Leaping Lizard Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 1309 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Leaping Lizard Cafe

4408 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Virginia Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon, Tue 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bill Prince
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 460-5327
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