Virginia’s restaurants offer an eclectic mix of flavor, taste, history, and location. It’s no secret that decor and ambiance play major roles in the experience of dining out, and nowhere is that truer than Leaping Lizard Cafe in Virginia Beach. This brightly-colored gem offers three unique businesses in one; it’s a restaurant, bakery, and farmer’s market. Needless to say, you’re bound to find something that entices you at this quirky and lovable local favorite.
With its lime-green exterior, colorful signage, and quirky name, the Leaping Lizard Cafe is hard to miss.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook The restaurant is located at 4408 Shore Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Bright colors and whimsical design are a theme of this restaurant, as made evident by the twinkle lights and thoughtful layout of the interior dining room.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook Anyone in the Virginia Beach area should stop into this local establishment for an unforgettable lunch or breakfast experience.
Better yet, you’ll even find a giant lizard decorating one of the walls. That is, if you can possibly take your eyes off the artful food.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook
Considering the produce garden in the back, it’s no surprise that the menu is full of fresh and flavorful options.
J David H./Yelp In addition to its own produce, the restaurant also features food from the nearby farms of tidal Virginia.
If it’s your first time visiting Leaping Lizard, you’ll want to stop by for a weekend brunch.
Rebecca I./Yelp Photographed above is the wildly popular crab cake Benedict, served with bacon on a homemade biscuit.
Another brunch-time favorite is the homemade sweet potato biscuit served with Edwards Surry ham and peach jam.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook All of the mouthwatering breads, biscuits, cookies and sweets are baked right on property.
The outdoor seating area is every bit as charming as inside, especially when the weather is nice.
J David H./Yelp Photographed above is the homemade peach cobbler, one of the many decadent dessert options
The secluded cafe also functions as a farmer’s market where visitors can pick up a few staples to create their own culinary masterpieces.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook
With its colorful food and delightful design, it’s no wonder why so many love this coastal Virginia spot.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook
Have you dined at the Leaping Lizard Cafe before? If so, be sure to share your experiences there with us! For related content, you’ll enjoy reading about the 12 Amazing Coastal Virginia Restaurants You Must Try Before You Die.
Leaping Lizard Cafe-Shore Drive/Facebook
The restaurant is located at 4408 Shore Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Anyone in the Virginia Beach area should stop into this local establishment for an unforgettable lunch or breakfast experience.
J David H./Yelp
In addition to its own produce, the restaurant also features food from the nearby farms of tidal Virginia.
Rebecca I./Yelp
Photographed above is the wildly popular crab cake Benedict, served with bacon on a homemade biscuit.
All of the mouthwatering breads, biscuits, cookies and sweets are baked right on property.
J David H./Yelp
Photographed above is the homemade peach cobbler, one of the many decadent dessert options
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