The Atlantic on Pacific – Seafood
This coastal-inspired sanctuary hums with a sophisticated energy, where the crisp elegance of a modern raw bar meets the warmth of a polished neighborhood gathering spot. Guests indulge in a symphony of oceanic flavors, from the delicate brine of caviar and blinis to the bright, citrusy zing of scallop ceviche and the rich, buttery comfort of a perfectly toasted lobster roll. Every plate, from the smoky depth of trout pate to the vibrant crunch of a Brussels and apple salad, is crafted to transport the senses to a sun-drenched shoreline where every meal feels like a refined seaside celebration.
Pacific Avenue https://theatlanticvb.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, halal, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, whole30, paleo, atkins, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, gerd, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, raw-food, tlc, low-fodmap, carnivore, detox, aip, volumetrics, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, slow-carb, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, guests frequently highlight the crispy chicken dish as a standout for its excellent presentation and satisfying texture. Diners appreciate the helpful menu recommendations from the accommodating staff, noting that the warm environment and thoughtful plating make for a consistently pleasant lunch experience.
Menu
Cold
- Caviar & Blinis - $16: Creme Fraiche, Chive, Cured Egg Yolk, Red Onion Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Salmon Crudo - $14: Ginger-White Soy, Grapefruit, Basil, Black Lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Lobster Roll: Dill, Celery, Tarragon, Brioche Bun, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Scallop Ceviche - $18: Leche De Tigre, Scallion, Sesame, Ginger, Wonton Chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Raw-Food
- Roasted Beet Salad - $16: Bibb Lettuce, Fried Goat Cheese, Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Pickled Red Onion, Green Goddess Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Crab Toast - $18: Thick Cut Brioche, Guacamole, Tomatoes, Radish, Sprouts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Atlantic Deviled Eggs - $10: Salmon Pastrami, Everything Spice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Smoked Trout Pate - $14: Crispy Capers, Dill, Pickled Red Onions, Hot Buttered Saltines Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chopped Caesar - $9: Cured White Anchovies, Croutons, Parmesan Cheese Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Brussels & Apple Salad - $12: Maple-Sherry Vigrette, Goat Cheese, Candied Pepitas, Bacon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Hamachi Sashimi - $14: Smoked Soy, Wasabi, Scallions, Radish, Sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Marinated Carrots - $9: Soy, Sesame, Chili Crunch, Peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Whipped Goat - $14: Toasted Naan, Fig Balsamic, Bacon Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Steak Tartare - $16: Crostini, Capers, Shallot, Cured Egg Yolk, Dijon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Raw-Food
Snacks
- Old Bay Chips - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Shrimp (3 EA) - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mini Rolls with Garlic Herb Butter - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Pickles - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Old Bay Cheese Curds - $6: Spicy Remoulade Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ham & Pimento Sweet Potato Biscuits (3 EA) - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Oysters (3EA) - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Raw Bar
- Raw Oysters Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- The Atlantic - $95: 12 Oysters, 6 Clams, 2 Snow Crab Clusters, 4 Shrimp, Lobster Tail Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- The Bay - $50: 8 Oysters, 4 Clams, 1 Snow Crab Cluster, 2 Shrimp & 1/2 Lobster Tail Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Cold Water Lobster Tail Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Cocktail - $16: XL Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach
- 1/2 LB Carolina Peel & Eat Shrimp - $16 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- 1/2 LB Snow Crab Legs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Raw or Steamed Clams - $1.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Baked Oysters
- Roasted Oysters - $14: Garlic Herb Butter and Spicy Chili Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Oyster Rock - $18: Bacon, Parmesan, Cream Cheese, Bread Crumbs, Spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Oyster Chesapeake - $18: Roasted Mushrooms, Garlic, White Wine, Fontina Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Oyster Pacific - $18: Chorizo, Tomato, Cilantro, Manchego Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Hot
- Baked Scallops - $16: Scallops, Shrimp, Togarashi Aioli, Ponzu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins
- Double Patty Griddle Burger - $12: American Cheese, Pickles, Ketchup, Mustard, Romaine, Buttered Brioche Bun, Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veg Risotto - $14: Spinach, Mushroom, Truffle, Gremolata, Crispy Shallots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - $16: Pickle Brined Chicken Thigh, House Hot Sauce, Pickles, Mayo, Brioche Bun, Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chesapeake Crab Cake: Old Bay Tarter, Chilled Broccoli & Bacon Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- White Wine Mussels - $16: Shallots, Garlic Butter, Crispy Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Cedar Plank Salmon - $24: Mustard Glaze, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Shrimp & Chorizo Empanada - $7: Creamy Chimichurri, Pickled Red Onion, Scallion, Cilantro, Black Beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pork, Shrimp & Kimchi Dumplings - $10: Chili Crunch, Ponzu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Virginia Blue Crab Hushpuppies - $10: Honey, Jalapeno, Drawn Butter Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Dip - $16: Old Bay, Toasted Naan Bread, Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- New England Style Clam Chowder - $12: Potato, Onion, Bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Crispy Calamari - $12: Sweet Soy, Spicy Aioli, Furikake, Scallion, Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lobster Stuffed Shells - $18: Marinara, Fontina, Ricotta, Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $10: Manchego Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Lemon Yogurt, Pickled Fresno Peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Braised Short Rib - $28: White Cheddar Polenta, Collard Greens, Cherry Mostarda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Whole Fish: Garlic-Ginger Marinade, Ponzu, Miso-Glazed Carrots, Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Scallion & Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC
Beer
- Narragansett Lager - $4: RI
- Paulaner Hef-Weissbier - $7: Germany
- Allagash White - $8: Belgian Style Wit Bier, ME
- Bitburger Pilsner - $7: Germany
- Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA - $6: CA
- Ardent POP! Pale Ale - $6: VA
- Firestone Walker Mind Haze IPA - $7: CA
- Brooklyn Brewing Company Lager - $7: NY
- Kronenbourg Blanc - $8: German Style Wit Bier, France
- Abita Brewing Purple Haze - $8: Raspberry Lager, LA
- Founders Brewing Oatmeal Stout - $9: MI
- Potters Craft Petite Cider - $6: VA
- Aslin Beer Co Volcano Sauce - $7: Sour Ale, VA
- Aslin Beer Co. Orange Starfish - $7: Hazy IPA, VA
- Brooklyn Brewing Special Effects - $7: Non-Alcoholic Lager, NY
- Saiko Sparkling Sake - $8: Yuzu & Mint Lemonade, Charlottesville VA
Specialty Cocktails
- Red Sangria - $14: Rose, Watermans Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Amaretto, Juices
- Frose - $10: Rose, Grapefruit Sour, Pomegranate, Agave
- Rye & Rice - $16: Toasted Rice Washed Woodinville Rye, Averna Amaro, Mango, Licor 43, Lime, Spiced Vanilla
- New Fashioned - $15: Basil Hayden's Bourbon, Cynar, Amaretto, Lemon, Cherry, Orange Marmalade, Angostura Bitters
- Overcast - $14: Cirrus Vodka, Cucumber, Mint, St. Germaine, Agave, Lime
- Southside - $10: Choice of Vodka, Gin or Bourbon, Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mint
- Paloma - $14: Exotica Tequila, Grapefruit, Agave, Lime
- Smoke & Mirrors - $14: Arbol Chili Infused Tequila, Mezcal Union, Ancho Reyes, Lime, Passionfruit, Herbal Liqueur, Basil
- Island Time - $16: Zacapa 23yr Rum, Bacardi, Falernum, Dry Curacao, Lime, Demerara, Angostura, Hint of Absinthe
- Sol Roas - $17: Codigo Reposado, Aperol, Lime, Strawberry Syrup, Pineapple, Egg White
- Snowbird - $14: Absolut Vodka, Passionfruit, Coconut, Spiced Vanilla, Lime, Passoa, Grated Cinnamon
- Yuzu Drift - $16: Sesame Oil Washed Gunpowder Gin, Yuzu Sake, Lemon, Basil Syrup, Orgeat
House Cocktails (Non-Alcoholic)
- Garden Tonic - $8: Strawberry, Lime, Basil, Muddled Cucumber, Ginger Beer
- Familiar Face - $8: Lavender, Agave, Lemon, Pineapple
- Coconut No-Jito - $8: Pineapple, Lime, Coconut Cream, Mint
- Pura Vida - $8: Mango, Lime, Passionfruit, Arbol Chile, Mint, Tajin