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Welcome To Lorraine's Seafood Restaurant
Nestled in Tangier, Virginia, Lorraine's Seafood Restaurant is a must-visit culinary gem renowned for its fresh seafood offerings. The restaurant excels in preparing dishes that highlight the island's rich maritime heritage, featuring popular items like the renowned crab cakes and soft shell crabs—both praised for their generous portions and delightful quality. Diners rave about the signature cream of crab soup, complemented by a hint of curry. With friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, Lorraine's is not just a meal but an experience, making it an essential stop for seafood lovers exploring the island. Come hungry and leave satisfied!
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Lorraine's Seafood Restaurant
Welcome to Lorraine's Seafood Restaurant, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Tangier, Virginia. Located at 4409 Chamber's Ln, this charming eatery is accessible via ferry or boat, providing a scenic journey to savor some of the freshest seafood around.
At Lorraine's, diners are treated to an authentic taste of the island, with menu highlights that include sensational crab cakes and delightful softshell crabs. Many guests, like Jayeeta Purkayastha Dasgupta, rave about the cream of crab soup seasoned with a hint of curry powder, perfectly complemented by kid-friendly options such as mac and cheese and fries-sidewinders that hit the mark for the younger crowd.
For those with a hearty appetite, the "Crab Cake and Soft Shell Combo" is a must-try, as praised by Anthony. The crab cakes are generously filled with sweet crab meat and cooked to perfection, alongside fried softshell crabs that epitomize the coastal dining experience. Every bite offers a burst of flavor that reflects the essence of Tangier Island’s culinary heritage.
But the experience at Lorraine's transcends just food; the atmosphere is inviting and the service warm and attentive. It's no wonder that many patrons return not just once but multiple times during their stay, as expressed by satisfied customers like Kimberli Maki-Smith, who enjoyed the welcoming environment during her visit. Pair your meal with the famous Coconut Smith Island layer cake for a sweet finish that locals swear by, as noted by T T.
Every detail at Lorraine's Seafood Restaurant—from the deliciously seasoned dishes to the friendly staff—contributes to an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, making the trip to Lorraine's is a worthwhile culinary adventure that will leave you longing for more. Don't miss out; it's a stop you won’t regret!
To learn more, feel free to give them a call at +1 757-891-2225. Treat yourself to the best of Tangier—your taste buds will thank you!
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“ Really good food! I got cream of crab soup, which had curry powder and was very good. Kids tried their Mac and cheese and their fries-sidewinders, and it was perfect. We also had their crab cake sandwich and fresh coleslaw...yumm! If you are in Tangier you must go. If you are anywhere nearby, take the ferry and go eat there. ”
“ 5/5! With Lorraine's being one of the three restaurants on the island, we had to hit them all. Lorraine's was our first stop! The Food: Since Tangier is known for their seafood and softshell crabs, we had to order it! So I went with the "Crab Cake and Soft Shell combo". It came with one crab cake and two/three softshell crabs with fries. The crab cakes were huge and filled with crab meat. There was no filling besides crab, not something you usually see on the mainland. The crab cake was cooked very well and the softshell crab was fried to perfection. It was a very well portioned meal for the price. I left full and satisfied. We even came back a second time before leaving to have a good last meal. Had the "Soft Shell Crab Sandwich", "Cream of Crab Soup", "Scott's Crab Fries" and "Hush Puppies". Yes, it was a lot, but we wanted to try everything and it was absolutely delicious and worth it. The Service: Service was great! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The restaurant can be quite busy during peak lunch times, since some people arrive during those times. But it's well worth the wait. The Atmosphere: The restaurant was decorated very nicely and clean. A good amount of seating, but with it being one of three restaurants on the island, can be filled up fast. Overall, a 5/5! Delicious food, great service and clean restaurant. Highly recommend! ”
“ Cool spot in Tangier VA that u can only visit by boat or the daily ferry run from Onancock, Crisfield and somewhere on the western shore, great crabcakes and soft crab sandwiches ”
“ Coconut Smith island layer cake. Can only get this cake regularly on Smith island or Tangier Island from what I've heard. Was a deliciously moist cake. And the soft shelled crabs were the best I've ever had in 55 years! Meaty, large, and delicious. ”
“ We flew to the island in February and Lorraine's was a short walk for us. It was awesome they were open and the food and staff were great and friendly. We hope to get back in the warmer weather sometime. Very cool place. ”
“ my friend and i visited tangier a few days ago, and one of my ‘musts’ for the trip was trying some of the famed local seafood. we only had a few hours in the island and by the time we got round to having lunch, our boat was leaving in 30min. we explained this to our server, who kindly assured us that our food would come out in a timely fashion. we got the soft shell crab platter and the Scott’s crabby fries. they came out quickly, along with to-go boxes for whatever we didn’t have time to finish. we started with the crabs, and they were EXCELLENT! fried to perfection, flavorful, so crispy and tasty! we ended up taking the fries with to snack on during the boat ride back and those were delicious as well! I’m craving both all over again back at home. I really appreciate our waitress being so understanding and friendly, and serving us so promptly. the restaurant was also extremely comfortable after a long, humid afternoon outdoors, with a nice atmosphere (not too loud, not too bright, etc). thank you for a lovely abd delicious end to our day on the island! ”
“ Excellent restaurant! You can tell the seafood is fresh! And even the fries seem to be made from scratch which are excellent by the way! The pizza is large and the large is good enough for two growing kids and be full! The Scotties fries absolutely the best! Enjoy the meal! ”
“ My boyfriend and I had a wonderful experience having dinner at Lorraine's while we were spending the weekend on Tangier Island. We tried the Tangier Island Hot Crab Dip, the Cream of Crab soup, and the Crab Cake and Softshell Crab combo. All were delicious. The big hit of the night was the softshell crab. It was cooked just right. We had a very friendly young server who didn't mind answering our questions about the island life. ”