I can remember when only barbers and salons were closed on Mondays.
Now, more restaurants are taking a break after the weekend, leaving folks who don’t want to cook or eat fast food fending for themselves. It’s also disappointing for visitors starting their vacations and looking for a place to eat.
Well, we’ve compiled a list of places that are open on Mondays for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’s not exhaustive but the suggestions will keep you fed, happy and in some cases, entertained. We recommend checking social media or websites for updates on hours before going. They are subject to change.
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Chesapeake
Meet friends at Lockside Bar and Grill anytime. They are open 7 a.m. to midnight. Enjoy breakfast, seafood entrees, drinks and more with a water view. Cheers. 200 N. Battlefield Blvd. 757-410-5999; bit.ly/LocksideCVA
Maymar Filipino Restaurant makes pancit, lumpia, adobo and other tasty items. Leftovers reheat well at home. Find them across the street from the Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 805 N. Battlefield Blvd. 757-548-1731; maymareats.com
Start your morning at Sunrise Breakfast Shoppe, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. It has omelets, pancakes, sandwiches and other early-morning favorites. Weekday lunch specials are available. 222 N. Battlefield Blvd. 757-436-9534; bit.ly/SunShoppe
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Hampton
Brandon’s Kitchen is a quaint diner serving breakfast and lunch 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. It has sausage and gravy, crispy fried fish, good-looking pancakes and everything else you would expect. Prices are reasonable, too. 3370 Commander Shepard Blvd. 757-865-4250; bit.ly/BrandonHVA
29th & Green Bistro is open 3 to 10 p.m. Try cocktails with familiar names such as The Missy Elliot made with Patron Reposado and vegan dishes such as crab cakes made with hearts of palm, chickpeas and bread crumbs. Small bites and entrees are available for those with light or hearty appetites. 2274 Executive Drive. 757-527-4043; 29thgreenbistro.com
The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery serves a full food menu 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Customers can find interesting appetizers such as chipotle mac eggrolls, smoked salmon dip and bao buns (brisket or short ribs). It has the usual bar finds such as flatbreads, sandwiches and burgers. 504 N. King St. 757-224-1216; hevanguard757.com
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Newport News and Yorktown
Aux Delices has dessert covered 1 to 9 p.m. Indulge in ice cream and crepes with names such as Napoleon (Nutella), and Marie Antoinette (strawberry, raspberry amaretto or blueberry bourbon pecan). Belgian waffles are also available. 129 Herman Melville Ave., Newport News, 757-586-5584; bit.ly/AuxDelice
Papo’s Colombian Restaurant, in the Fort Eustis area, is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The beef and chicken empanadas are popular, according to its website. So is the Bandeja Paisa, which includes a fried egg, Colombian sausage and fried sweet plantain. 15505 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, 757-866-3752; bit.ly/PaposColo
Smoke BBQ Restaurant & Bar has meats ranging from wings to ribs to turkey. You can also get them in bulk, some with advanced notice. There are appetizers, salads and sweet options too. Join them 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 10900 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, 757-595-4320; smokenn.com
Joe & Mimma’s, an Italian restaurant and pizzeria, serves guests classic dishes11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Choose from pasta, pizza and subs. Leave full and hopefully without grease stains on your shirt. 5742 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, 757-898-6612; bit.ly/JoeMimm
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Norfolk
Byrd & Baldwin is an upscale steakhouse. One reader said it was a great spot for special occasions on Mondays. It’s only open for four hours (5 to 9 p.m.) so make a reservation. 116 Brooke Ave. 757-222-9191; byrdbaldwin.com
Crave Bakery and Coffee Bar relocated from Chesapeake to Norfolk in January. Imagine croissants, cinnamon rolls, buffins (a biscuit and muffin ) and other goodies, including breakfast, lunch and coffee menus. Where to start? The sweet potato hand pie. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 200 College Place, 757-904-1411; bit.ly/CraveBakery
Karla’s Beach House has outdoor seating, according to Google. Get there early for breakfast or later for lunch. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Word on the street is that the chicken and waffles are good or you could go for healthier options such as egg white veggie omelet. 3248 E. Ocean View Ave. 757-937-3844; karlasbeachhouse.com
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Portsmouth
Grab a meal at The Downtown Eatery & Deli 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It prepares sandwiches with Boars Head products. The menu also has baked potatoes, soups and salads. 425 High St. 757-966-2977; bit.ly/TDEDPVA
Guads Mexican Restaurant is popular in Hampton Roads with three other locations in Virginia Beach and Norfolk. Open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., select from an extensive menu of foods such as burritos, fajitas and tacos. Pair them with margaritas. 612 Court St. 757-399-6120; bit.ly/Guads
Yoolks On Us has two locations in Portsmouth open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., serving Benedicts to omelets to sandwiches. It also makes a giant mimosa bigger than my head. Share it with friends. 515 Washington St., 757-392-3992; 6205 Portsmouth Blvd. 757-800-3129; yoolksonus.com
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Suffolk
Danny’s Downtown Dogs celebrated its grand opening in October. It sells all beef hot dogs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., including a Suffolk Dog topped with Producer’s Peanuts peanut butter, house-made candied bacon and green onions. Not into franks? Try the grilled chicken or bacon ranch-loaded fries. 165 N. Main St. 757-809-0182; bit.ly/DannysDogs
Get your roll on at Nana Sushi 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Some include the Dragonfly with tuna, avocado and cucumber; the deep-fried Ariel with assorted fish; and the Spicy Girl with tuna and salmon sashimi. Other dishes include seafood, noodles and hibachi entrees. 6255 College Drive. 757-686-1560; nanasushisuffolk.com
Treat yourself to something at Sugar Mama’s Bakeshoppe 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. She has an assortment of cupcakes such as key lime, strawberry and banana pudding. Don’t forget the cookies. Customers can order specialty cakes and fruit arrangements. 908 N. Main St. 757-935-5042; bit.ly/SMama
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Virginia Beach
757 Korean BBQ had a grand re-opening in April to reintroduce the restaurant to the community. The menu got a makeover with some lower prices. Cook your barbecue or order off the menu 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.. 4885 N. Witchduck Road. 757-497-7424; 757kbbq.com
Milton’s Bay Cafe offers a Greek twist to breakfast and lunch classics, per its Facebook page. The menu looks like it has something for everyone, including vegetarians. Decide for yourself, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2253 W. Great Neck Road. 757-481-1793; bit.ly/MBCafeVB
Enjoy tapas, cocktails and live jazz at The Roads Bistro 5 p.m. to midnight. The wings, perogies, and mac and cheese are some of my favorites. Sit and chill. 3809 Princess Anne Road. 757-904-1566; theroadsbistro.com
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Isle of Wight County
The Cockeyed Rooster Café serves breakfast 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get items such as scratch-made biscuits, omelets and signature pancakes and waffles. It also has a variety of burgers, sandwiches and salads. 1268 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield, 757-357-7667; cockeyedroostercafe.com
