Pacifica

4.6 ( 381 reviews )
Checking... 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM See Hours
328 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, United States
+1 757-909-5717

At Pacifica, located in vibrant Virginia Beach, a culinary adventure awaits. Diners rave about its exceptional tapas, each crafted with intention and bursting with flavor. Andrew Raymond's experience celebrating his daughter's graduation exemplifies the restaurant's relaxed atmosphere. The kids enjoyed delightful mocktails, while the family relished well-executed dishes, praising the attentive service from staff like Darcey.

Matthew, a mixology enthusiast, highlighted the engaging element of cooking carpaccio to personal perfection. He was impressed by the fresh fish and meticulously crafted cocktails, which complement the beachside vibe seamlessly. Reviews often mention the inviting ambiance that encourages guests to unwind and connect.

Mark Cutmore appreciated the excellent food at reasonable prices and loved their selection of craft beers, including Founders Breakfast Stout on tap. Likewise, Julius Bratton emphasized the wholesome ingredients in Pacifica's dishes, noting the relaxing environment and the dedicated staff who foster a familial atmosphere.

The standout feature is the Happy Hour, delighting patrons with offerings from 2-5 PM daily. Whether indulging in chiccharrones or the sweet clementine upside-down cake, each bite at Pacifica reaffirms its position as a top culinary destination. Overall, the combination of quality food, exceptional service, and a laid-back vibe creates an experience well worth savoring.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free multi-storey car park
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Pacifica

Andrew Raymond
Jun 13,2025
Our family stopped in after our daughter's graduation ceremony. The kids had mocktails and tapas while chatting away. Service was great( thank you Darcey) and the food equally great. A good time was had by all.
Matthew
May 22,2025
This past weekend, I had one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had in a long time. The tapas were absolutely phenomenal—every dish was intentional, flavorful, and executed with precision. One of the highlights for me was the carpaccio. What made it stand out was the interactive element: they actually let you cook it yourself, exactly how you like it. That’s not just a meal, that’s an experience. The fish? Fresh as it gets. You could taste the quality in every bite. And the cocktails were spot on—balanced, creative, and perfectly aligned with the beachside vibe. As someone who lives and breathes mixology, I was impressed by how dialed-in their bar setup was. It had me itching to jump back behind the bar and start shaking up some cocktails myself. And let’s talk about the venue—it nailed the aesthetic. It made you feel like a beach bum in the best way possible. Relaxed, inspired, fully present. Bottom line: when a place can hit every sensory detail—taste, service, atmosphere, and experience—that’s not just dinner. That’s high-level execution. And I respect the hell out of that.
Mark Cutmore
Apr 24,2025
We came here on recommendation from a local and were not disappointed. The food is excellent and reasonably priced for what you get. Nice atmosphere and service was great. Having Founders Breakfast Stout on tap was a huge plus in my book too!
Julius Bratton
Apr 21,2025
This place is perfect! Always a relaxed environment, the chillest vibes, and the most hospitable staff. I’ve never met their chef/kitchen MVPs, but they are beyond talented. If you love a great place to chat with great cocktails and tapas, then this is THE place for you. Don’t let the tapas concept fool you, no matter how hungry you are, you can eat well with food made from wholesome ingredients. Their Happy Hour is freaking perfect, from 2-5pm from Tues-Sun. The Chiccharrones are fantastic, and the espresso martinis are perfect! The staff feels like family and remember you! What more can you ask for?!
Dave
Apr 4,2025
What a cool place. Love tapas-centric places. The dishes were very nice - especially the clams in n'duja broth. So good. Our waitress, Darcey - made the night perfect. Or maybe it was the clementine upside-down cake or key lime ice cream sandwich! Either way... it was a great night. Great drinks, as well.... oh... right... that was it!!! In truth... it was all of the above.
Nicole Raimondi
Apr 4,2025
Have been twice now to this iteration of Pacifica and loved it both times. Full disclaimer: I’m a bar-sitter and grazer by design, which makes their concept right up my alley. Service is always detail-oriented and impeccable no matter how busy the scene gets. The menu is fun, varied, and well executed. For a more civilized experience at the bar, go in the early evening with a date or small group. If you’re looking for livelier hours, any time after 9pm is your sweet spot. Will definitely be returning to explore their happy hour in the near future.
Dwayne Blackwell
Apr 3,2025
The new location is really nice. Service was friendly and the food came out as it was ready! We enjoyed the Charcuterie & warm buttered bread. Best Caesars Salad I've had in a while and the hot tapas Crab Cakes were good with the black-lime aioli, zesty asparagus salad! The Sweet Tea Crispy Pig Ears were a real surprise, hot honey glaze and pimento cheese, so good! The Flatbread Du Jour had thin nectarine slices () and the cocktails were nice! Looking forward to a return visit!!!
Tony Cox
Mar 14,2025
My wife and I finally tried this place after some recommendations from friends. It did not disappoint. Parking is easy, and the vibe inside is great. We got a bunch of dishes, some were really good and some we wouldn't get again. There is a corn dog that they put on the menu that was fantastic. Pacifica, if you read this, make a hushpuppy dish with that breading, man it was so good. Happy hour drinks were great. I would recommend this to anyone and will put it on my list of places to come back to.

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