In a world of culinary fads and Instagram food trends, there exists a coastal Virginia treasure where one bite of perfectly fried shrimp can make you question every other seafood experience you’ve ever had – welcome to Steinhilber’s Restaurant in Virginia Beach, where seafood transcends mere sustenance to become something like religion.
Hidden away on Thalia Acres Road, this unassuming establishment has been quietly perfecting the art of fried shrimp while building a devoted following that spans generations of Virginia families.
The journey to Steinhilber’s (or “Steiny’s” as the regulars affectionately call it) is part of its charm.
You won’t find it along the tourist-heavy boardwalk or nestled among chain restaurants…