Captain Groovy's Grill & Raw Bar

Seafood restaurant
Gluten-free options
Lunch
Dinner
Brunch
Open Late
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Laid-back seafood spot with gluten-free Salmon Capri and a welcoming, charming atmosphere.

Good to know

1

Parking can be limited; plan to arrive early.

2

Happy hour runs weekdays from 4 to 6 pm.

3

The menu includes gluten-free options upon request.

8101 Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518, USA
2.4km

People are saying

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When we arrived at 7:30pm on a Saturday, we were told that the inside was packed and our only option was to sit in the heated and covered dining area. The heater above our head was louder than the music. For drinks, my fiance enjoyed a pint of New Realm Hazy Like A Fox, while I enjoyed an Arnold Palmer made with Sweet Tea. We weren't super hungry. Jodi enjoyed Salmon Capri made gluten-free. Kevin enjoyed Fresh Clams Strip Basket and a side of fries. I loved how they were crispy. My fiance and I shared a bowl of She Shore Crab Soup, a half dozen of Raw Oysters, and a Bucket of Clams. The She Shore Crab Soup consisted of heavy cream, crabmeat, old bay, and a hint of sherry. It was rich and creamy and tad bit too spicy for me. The Raw Oysters were fresh and served with lemon wedge, cocktail sauce, and horseradish. I was surprised it didn't come with a mignonette. The Bucket of Clams consisted of a bowl of littleneck clams cooked in garlic, butter, white wine, and basil and served with a toasted rustic bread. It was extremely garlicky and salty. My fiance didn't mind it but I wasn't a fan.

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