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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 977 Reon Dr STE 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Phone: (757) 963-2681
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I’m far from vegan, but the food here is AMAZING! Hands down the best Rasta pasta I’ve ever had. Everything was freshly made, seasoned very well and prepared with lots of love.
I also tried the popcorn oyster mushrooms with the mango sauce on the side (not pictured, ate them too fast) and they were SO good! The greens and plantains for the veggie plate were *chefs kiss*!
The staff are personable, friendly and the playlist was … it’s just all around a great spot to get vegan food (for both dining in and taking to-go).
I might be hooked because I came back two days in a row!
… moreI also tried the popcorn oyster mushrooms with the mango sauce on the side (not pictured, ate them too fast) and they were SO good! The greens and plantains for the veggie plate were *chefs kiss*!
The staff are personable, friendly and the playlist was … it’s just all around a great spot to get vegan food (for both dining in and taking to-go).
I might be hooked because I came back two days in a row!
Love YAH
I always thought vegetarians and vegans were some strong soldiers because I could never give up (certain) meat, however one stop here opened my eyes! The food was delicious, well seasoned, and satisfying. I wanted to try everything! The jerk pasta was great & especially w/ the jackfruit on top. the crab cakes taste realistic, the vegan Mac& cheese wasn’t too bad either. I’ll admit I prefer my cabbage a bit softer, but I have to be realistic that they don’t have over an hour to simmer the cabbage like we do at home.
They cook everything fresh so the wait may be a bit longer, but the music was relaxing and I enjoyed my little date ❤️ definitely will be retuning to try that vegan burger as well as a few other items tha caught my eye!
… moreThey cook everything fresh so the wait may be a bit longer, but the music was relaxing and I enjoyed my little date ❤️ definitely will be retuning to try that vegan burger as well as a few other items tha caught my eye!
Melissa Fernandez
Amazing plant based/vegan soul food. And non vegans would love it just as much. Best BBQ Sammie ever. And the Mac n cheese was seasoned. Well. Would eat here daily if I was local
… moreJoshua Connelly
The food was TOP NOTCH. Rasta pasta with half jerk mushroom half BBQ jackfruit is just AMAZING! Not just great, AMAZING!
The atmosphere is very much that of a local chill place, easy to be comfy in.
The service is kind and respectable, and it feels honest too.
It is what it needs to be for me, a comfy place, honest nice employees, food that is good for my very soul. And anyone who disagrees with my opinion on the Rasta Pasta I WILL FIGHT
… moreThe atmosphere is very much that of a local chill place, easy to be comfy in.
The service is kind and respectable, and it feels honest too.
It is what it needs to be for me, a comfy place, honest nice employees, food that is good for my very soul. And anyone who disagrees with my opinion on the Rasta Pasta I WILL FIGHT
Rachele Wharton
Wow!! The food here is hands down the best vegan food in Hampton Roads!!! So many great options – all with their own unique flavors, aromas, and texture! All the reviews recommended the lentil empanada; Mac n cheese; and arepa with jackfruit and plantains. So we ordered them, alongside pumpkin curry and rice and its peas. We could not believe the explosions of flavor in every bite. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. Get your adventure on here today! You will not regret it!! Oh, and don’t forget to save some room for the banana pudding! It is absolutely delicious; so much so, it’s hard to believe it’s vegan! Came back for more while in town and only gets better! You’ve got to try the lentil balls with guava BBQ sauce. Incredible!!
… moreRehanon Wood
This place is magical! The Rasta pasta was delicious, the guava lazed lentil balls were the best food I’ve ever tasted! The krabcake was chefs kiss! All the sides were delicious! You’ve got to check them out!
… moreAprilfawn White
Absolutely phenomenal! Desmond’s is a true culinary gem in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk area—a rare find where flavor, creativity, and quality come together perfectly. While many local spots rely heavily on salt, Desmond’s takes a more refined approach, using bold, exotic spices that elevate every dish without overwhelming the palate.
I tried the guava lentil balls, pumpkin curry, roti, channa, and cabbage, and every single bite was packed with flavor and clearly made with care. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, do not skip the banana pudding—it’s the perfect finish to an unforgettable meal.
The customer service is also top-tier: warm, welcoming, and attentive. Just remember, this is high-quality food, not fast food—so I recommend calling ahead to place your order. This authentic place deserves all five stars, a must-try!
… moreI tried the guava lentil balls, pumpkin curry, roti, channa, and cabbage, and every single bite was packed with flavor and clearly made with care. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, do not skip the banana pudding—it’s the perfect finish to an unforgettable meal.
The customer service is also top-tier: warm, welcoming, and attentive. Just remember, this is high-quality food, not fast food—so I recommend calling ahead to place your order. This authentic place deserves all five stars, a must-try!
Calvin Oreto
While the food was good the wait was unbelievable. Showed up at the ready time and still waited an hour for food. Saw half the meal ready and get to sit on the counter and cool while waiting for the other half. An hour into the wait “We are missing some items and will have to make substuatuins”. No attempt was made to try and correct the situation. Could have offered a free drink because of the wait or add a free appetizer, try something to save the situation.
… moreChuck Wharton
WHOA! Desmond’s is AMAZING! I was excited as soon as I walked in the door. The aroma instantly makes you want to eat. We started with the lentil empanadas and were blown away. Instantly our favorite … for two minutes until the arepas were brought out piping hot and perfectly seasoned. Arepas were served golden brown with delicious plantains highlighting the filling.
Pumpkin curry was out of this world. Mac & Cheese is a delicious twist on an old comfort food. Definitely not your grandma’s recipe! Banana pudding was the perfect end to a delicious meal.
The staff is very welcoming and friendly. Service was prompt and the dishes were presented beautifully.
Take a chance, get out of your box and try Desmond’s!
UPDATE: We had to come back and eat again….. it’s “Off The Chain!” All freshly prepared ingredients. Incredible service. No need to read anymore reviews, get in here and eat.
… morePumpkin curry was out of this world. Mac & Cheese is a delicious twist on an old comfort food. Definitely not your grandma’s recipe! Banana pudding was the perfect end to a delicious meal.
The staff is very welcoming and friendly. Service was prompt and the dishes were presented beautifully.
Take a chance, get out of your box and try Desmond’s!
UPDATE: We had to come back and eat again….. it’s “Off The Chain!” All freshly prepared ingredients. Incredible service. No need to read anymore reviews, get in here and eat.
Brianna B
This place is amazing, the food is so good, full of flavor and you can tell she cooks with love. I went 2 days in a row because I wanted to try everything. I had the Rasta pasta (10/10), Krab cakes, collards (10/10), curry chickpeas, cabbage, and the jerk jackfruit sandwich (10/10). Might I say everything was delicious, especially to be vegan.The owner and staff made it feel like we were at home. Great service. I would highly highly recommend everyone to this place. Don’t forget dessert
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