There are few experiences as exciting as heading to a new beach, especially one with as lively a boardwalk as Virginia Beach. It can be closely compared to that of Brooklyn's Coney Island or even Delaware's Rehoboth Beach and Boardwalk. The adventure, beach scene, shopping, nightlife, and food, especially, are all part of the Virginia Beach Boardwalk experience.

For those who are staying in a hotel within walking distance of the boardwalk (or even on it!), the gift of delicious culinary bites is only minutes away. From restaurants with stellar views to iconic boardwalk snacks that one can eat on the go, there's no shortage of things for a visitor's tastebuds to experience. One of the best ways to do that, though, is to book a Virginia Beach food tour.

Virginia Beach Boardwalk And Beyond Food Tours

It's easy to imagine what one might find while strolling along a beachside boardwalk: ice cream, candy shops, quick bites like pizza and tacos, and maybe even a high-end seafood restaurant or two. Not only does the Virginia Beach Boardwalk include food stops that are absolutely necessary for newcomers to the beach, but it also extends past the boardwalk to include stops that visitors may never have thought of making. This food tour is a great way for first-timers to Virginia Beach to experience all of its culinary delights, of which there are many.

From the Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Beyond Food Tours website:

"The Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Beyond Food Tour takes you from the famous strip that has beckoned vacationers for decades to the serene Rudee Inlet that boasts some of the best off the beaten path restaurants in the city."

Anyone who's familiar with this strip of beach known as the boardwalk is also familiar with the fact that the food options are seemingly endless. However, it's not just the flavors that are at play here for someone who's on vacation - it's also the setting. The landscape that Virginia Beach is known for, which includes the ever-crashing waves of the Atlantic and a well-manicured beach scene, are all part of the experience, as a whole. There's nothing like enjoying great food and soaking up the laid-back atmosphere that comes with chill beach shops, classic surf vibes, and the overall ease that comes with living at the beach, however temporary.

The restaurants near the Virginia Beach Boardwalk are quieter and often offer a more laid-back atmosphere than those found on most boardwalks. It's because of this quiet inlet setting that tour-takers can look forward to a unique experience that's both intimate and engaging.

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What Will Tour-Takers Eat On A Food Tour?

With so many great restaurants and gourmet shops, it's tough not to add every one of them to a food tour list. However, guests on tour can look forward to these foods on their way:

  • Freshly-caught seafood from both the Atlantic and the Chesapeake Bay
  • The city's very own homegrown cocktail
  • Asian and European-style tapas made with locally-sourced and regional ingredients
  • Award-winning she-crab soup
  • A number of hand-made desserts and sweets

What Do Will Tour-Takers learn On A Food Tour?

Additionally, guests on a tour with Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Beyond Food Tours will learn about more than just the food they're sampling. The history of Virginia Beach and the surrounding area is prevalent not only in its appearance but in its culinary roots, as well. Guests will learn about the history of the areas surrounding each stop, as well as the various cultures that helped to shape what it is today.

With Jamestown not being too far, guests also have the chance to learn about the first settlers to the state. Along with this, it will be revealed what John Smith and his crew ate in the area known as Virginia Beach before finally heading to Jamestown - a little-known secret for those who aren't local to the area!

Along with the stunning landscape that Virginia Beach is known for, guests will enjoy indigenous and local creations, all brought to life by the dining establishments and shops that call Virginia Beach 'home.'

Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Beyond Food Tour Details

Those interested in taking a tour can sign up through the Coastal Food Tours website; they take place from Tuesday to Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM. The meeting location is provided upon ticket purchase but will be somewhere between Atlantic and 2nd Avenue, Virginia Beach.

  • Ticket Cost: $59 + a $3 ticket processing fee
  • Age Limit: Suitable for all ages
  • Tour Length: Approximately three hours
  • Attire: Tour participants should dress comfortably in weather-appropriate clothing, with comfortable footwear (tours are rain or shine)
  • Included: All foods and beverages are included in the ticket price

While a food tour is only one way to get to know the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, it's certainly one of the best. Especially for foodies looking to find the best eats in the city!

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