The Playful Side of Paradise
After a day on the water, you may have worked up a bit of an appetite, and Rudee Inlet offers many delicious dining choices.
Rudee’s on the Inlet Restaurant & Raw Bar and Rockafellers Restaurant cater to everyone’s tastes. You can choose from the freshest seafood and lobster, mouthwatering steaks, pasta dishes and great sandwiches. They have outdoor decks that provide a fabulous view of the inlet. You can sit back and enjoy watching the boats and all the activities the inlet has to offer. Warm breezes and spectacular sunsets make your dining experience unforgettable!
Rudee’s on the Inlet Restaurant & Raw Bar, located at 227 Mediterranean Ave., has been the “locals’ favorite since 1983.” This restaurant has three outside decks on which to enjoy the great view of the inlet plus “The Sun Deck” on Rudee Inlet. Rudee’s offers diners fresh seafood and steaks and an outstanding raw bar. Whether you crave she-crab soup, steamed shrimp, a juicy sirloin, or an overstuffed sandwich, Rudee’s is the place to go. Try Rudee’s great Sunday Brunch from 10am to 2pm. For indoor/outdoor dining, Rudee’s on the Inlet is a “must visit.” To reach Rudee’s, go to the end of Winston Salem Ave. and turn left till you see the green cabana. Free valet parking is available. 757-425-1777
At Rockafellers Restaurant, the slogan is “Good Eats, Good Spirits!” They offer one of the best views of the inlet. Noted for their seafood, oysters Rockafeller and crab cakes with no fillers, Rockafellers has been pleasing people for years. Mon. night features a Prime Rib Special at $13.99, Thurs. is Lobster Night with two whole Maine lobsters for $24.99. Also featuring early bird specials served 3-5:30pm daily. You can’t afford to pass up Rockafellers. Sun. Brunch from 10am until 2pm is rated one of the best in town. A special kids’ menu is also available. You can find Rockafellers at the end of Winston Salem Ave., located at 308 Mediterranean Ave. 757-422-5654
If water sports are your thing, Rudee Inlet Jet Ski Rentals is the place for you. They provide the most exciting water sport choices in the resort area and offer new equipment. Choose from 1-, 2- or 3-person Waverunners, sport boats and kayaks. For a family adventure, hop aboard a sport boat and take an exciting ride along the oceanfront or enjoy a full- or ½-day sport fishing charter on a 51-ft. custom built boat with air conditioning. Located at 300 Winston Salem Ave., next to Big Sam’s Restaurant. Open daily at 9am. Plenty of free parking. 757-428-4614
Virginia Beach’s original parasail company since 1985. Adventure Parasail, Stay dry or get wet, it’s your choice. They have a perfect safety record with over 100,000 satisfied customers. The only company in Virginia Beach insured to offer triple 1,200-ft. flights. There are no age limits and no skills required. Their experienced U.S. Coast Guard Master Captains and professional crew do everything for you. Takeoffs and landings from the boat are both gentle and dry. There is no extra charge for “dipping” or “water-walking.” Located at 300 Winston Salem Ave., next to Big Sam’s Restaurant (2 blocks west of 5th & Pacific). 757-422-UFLY (8359)
Iggy Biggy Sailing offers “The Only Way To See The Oceanfront” on a world-class, privately owned, six-passenger sailing yacht! Try your hand at the helm or sit back and let their captain do the sailing. It is sure to become a highlight of your vacation! Complimentary soft drinks included. Iggy Biggy sets sail from Rudee Inlet. 757-358-5800
Capt. Mickey’s Rudee Inlet Parasail is located at the Virginia Beach Fishing Center, 200 Winston Salem Ave. The Senior Flight Captain Taylor Vann and his crew will fly you in comfort and safety aboard a 31-ft. Coast Guard-approved boat, the only boat in the mid-Atlantic with 420hp and bow thrusters. Single- and double-harness flights available. Ask about their sunset flight or marriage proposal package. “The Smiley Face Guys™” are family-friendly and members of the Professional Association of Parasail Operators. Lots of free parking available. 757-422-9600
Rudee Tours offers the largest fleet in Virginia Beach. Read on to select what boating adventure you want to experience.
Rudee Mariner, Rudee Whaler & Rudee Angler make it possible for any family to enjoy dropping a line in the Atlantic year-round. Choose a full-, half-day or night-fishing trip in a comfortable air-conditioned boat. Everything is supplied, even the fishing license! Big-game enthusiasts can also choose from several offshore charters. 757-422-5700 or 757-425-3400
Take off on the Rudee Rocket – wet, wild fun! Thrill seekers will love the view aboard this 70-ft., 2,000-horsepower vessel. Wear a swimsuit and get ready for adventure. For schedules, 757-425-3400
Rudee Explorer - Rudee Tours and Virginia Aquarium partner to bring visitors an exciting tour of marine life and all nature’s wonders. Bring your camera! 757-425-3400
Take a tour on the Rudee Flipper and take in the awesome sights and sounds of the sea. Experience the thrill of seeing bottlenose dolphins and other marine life. Also enjoy the evening by relaxing on one of the sunset cruises. 757-425-3400
Parasail Air America takes you soaring above the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Maintaining a perfect safety record, their U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain and crew will make your trip a vacation highlight. One-, two- or three-person flights are available. Three different heights to choose from. Fun for the entire family. You can’t beat the view from up above. Parasail Air America is located on the dock at Rudee’s on the Inlet Restaurant at 227 Mediterranean Ave., with plenty of free parking. 757-428-1240
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