The communities across the Middle Peninsula of Virginia have lots of reasons to call their home among the best in the Commonwealth.
From history to heritage, water trails to art crawls, breweries and Virginia foodie hotspots, there’s a lot to do.
And Virginia Living Magazine thinks so, too.
In the 2019 “Best of Virginia” edition from Virginia Living Magazine, businesses on the Middle Peninsula were named among the very best the eastern region has to offer when it comes to arts, culture and entertainment, food and drink, living and recreation, services and shopping.
The next time you’re on the Middle Peninsula, looking for a cool spot to stop, be sure to check out these spots.
*This list of awardees on the Middle Peninsula focuses on dining, lodging, recreation, boating and spa services. Other professional businesses received accolades in the “Best of Virginia” awards.
GLOUCESTER
Bangkok Noi Thai Cuisine & Sushi
Best Asian Restaurant, 2nd Place
Bridgewater’s Salon & Spa
Best Hair Salon, 2nd Place
Heart Felt Touch Massage Therapy
Best Massage Therapy Group, 3rd Place
Juan’s Mexican Café & Cantina
Best Mexican Restaurant, 1st Place
Kelsick Specialty Market
Best Local Gourmet Food Store, 3rd Place
Best Wine Shop, 3rd Place
Scoot’s BBQ
Best Barbecue Restaurant, 3rd Place
Short Lane Ice Cream
Best Local Ice Cream Shop, 1st Place
That Damn Mary Brewing Company
Best Craft Brewery, 1st Place
Tony & Milena’s Pizzeria
Best Italian Restaurant, 1st Place
Vashti’s Jewelers
Best Fine Jewelry Store, 3rd Place
YRC Cinema
Best Movie Theater, 2nd Place
MIDDLESEX
Deltaville Market
Best Grocery Store, 3rd Place
Norton Yachts
Best Marina, 1st Place
Deltaville Yachting Center
Best Marina, 2nd Place
Coastal Sky Taxi
Best Air Charter Service, 1st Place
Bay Aviation
Best Air Charter Service, 3rd Place
The Table at Wilton
Best Caterer, 2nd Place
MATHEWS
Hole in the Wall Waterfront Grill
Best Bar, 1st Place
Best Burger Joint, 2nd Place
Best Craft Cocktails, 1st Place
Best Outdoor Dining, 2nd Place
Best Oysters, 2nd Place
Mathew’s Farmers’ Market
Best Farmers’ Market, 2nd Place
On the Flip Side
Best Food Truck, 3rd Place
Southwind Pizza
Best Pizzeria, 1st Place
The Inn at Tabbs Creek
Best Bed and Breakfast, 2nd Place
The White Dog Bistro
Best Special Event Venue, 2nd Place
Best Craft Cocktails, 2nd Place
Best Outdoor Dining, 3rd Place
Best Restaurant, 3rd Place
TAPPAHANNOCK
NN Burger
Best Dessert Menu, 1st Place
Los Portales Mexican Restaurant
Best Mexican Restaurant, 2nd Place
URBANNA
Mi Jalisco
Best Mexican Restaurant, 3rd Place
Lowe Tide
Best Men’s Clothing Store, 2nd Place
*Photos by Sara Harris Photography.