Doc Taylor’s Restaurant is a Southern-style breakfast and lunch spot at 207 23rd Street, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451, in the Oceanfront resort district. Its cottage building once housed Doctor Taylor’s medical practice and residence and also spent time as a pink motel. Today, travelers come for eggs, grits, substantial breakfast sandwiches, and Bloody Marys within a short walk of the beach. This is an affordable, casual alternative to hotel breakfast, with both breakfast and lunch available throughout opening hours.
What to Expect at Doc Taylor’s Restaurant
The menu favors recognizable comfort food over elaborate brunch presentation. The Left Side combines two eggs cooked any style with French toast and bacon, making it a practical choice when you want something savory and sweet. The Doc Taylor Sandwich layers a fried egg, bacon, cheese, and grilled Parmesan tomatoes on an onion roll, with grilled potatoes alongside. Scotty’s Biscuit & Gravy costs $9.99; versions with chorizo or andouille are $10.99. These are useful anchors for a budget breakfast, although drinks, tax, and gratuity increase the final bill.
The restaurant’s identity comes as much from its building as its cooking. Rather than a large hotel dining room, you get the scale and character of an adapted beach cottage, linked to the neighborhood’s earlier residential and lodging history. Doc Taylor’s describes itself as the little brother of Tautog’s, the seafood restaurant immediately next door. Bloody Marys and mimosas are central to its brunch appeal, but families and early-rising beachgoers are equally at home with a straightforward breakfast. Takeout is available; ask about the current takeout menu when ordering.
- The Doc Taylor Sandwich: Fried egg, bacon, cheese, and grilled Parmesan tomatoes on an onion roll, accompanied by grilled potatoes.
- The Left Side: Eggs, French toast, and bacon together, without choosing between a sweet or savory breakfast.
- Scotty’s Biscuit & Gravy: A $9.99 comfort-food staple, with chorizo or andouille versions priced at $10.99.
- Brunch drinks: Bloody Marys and mimosas complement the Southern breakfast menu.
- Historic cottage setting: A former doctor’s home and practice, with a later chapter as a pink motel.
Doc Taylor’s Restaurant at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 207 23rd Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Oceanfront resort district, near Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk |
| Operating Hours | Friday–Monday, 7 a.m.–2 p.m.; closed Tuesday–Thursday |
| Admission / Price Range | $; Scotty’s Biscuit & Gravy $9.99; with chorizo or andouille $10.99, before tax and tip |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 45–75 minutes, plus any seating wait |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Seasonal VB Wave Route 30 along Atlantic Avenue; municipal 25th Street Garage nearby |
| Official Website & Phone | Doc Taylor’s official website; +1 757-425-1960 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive near the 7 a.m. opening if breakfast is your first stop, especially on summer weekends. Late-morning brunch overlaps with the Oceanfront’s busiest visitor hours, so leave flexibility rather than scheduling a tightly timed activity immediately afterward. Call about seating arrangements for a large party; a table reservation should not be assumed. Beach-casual clothing suits the setting. For vegetarian or gluten-free needs, discuss ingredients, substitutions, and shared cooking surfaces before ordering; the sandwich, gravy, and several featured breakfasts contain meat.
From Oceanfront hotels, walking is often simplest. Seasonal VB Wave Route 30 follows Atlantic Avenue; check Hampton Roads Transit for operating dates and stops. Drivers can use the municipal 25th Street Garage, roughly two blocks north; check posted rates and restrictions. The historic cottage warrants an access call: ask specifically about a step-free entrance, doorway clearance, restroom access, and space for a wheelchair or stroller. After breakfast, reach the Virginia Beach Boardwalk in about five minutes, walk to the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum at 24th Street, or continue north to Neptune’s Park at 31st Street, approximately 15 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Doc Taylor’s open, and when should I arrive?
Published year-round hours are Friday through Monday, 7 a.m.–2 p.m., with Tuesday through Thursday closed. Arrive around opening for an early breakfast, and check the official website before a holiday visit.
How much does breakfast cost?
This is a budget-priced restaurant, rated $. Scotty’s Biscuit & Gravy is $9.99, or $10.99 with chorizo or andouille; allow extra for drinks, tax, and gratuity.
How long should I budget for a meal?
Allow 45–75 minutes once seated for ordering and eating. Add time for a table during weekend brunch, particularly in beach season.
Is Doc Taylor’s suitable for families and visitors with mobility needs?
The casual setting and familiar egg-and-French-toast breakfasts work well for families. Visitors requiring step-free access or wheelchair space should call ahead to discuss the cottage’s entrance, seating, and restroom arrangement.
When planning your Virginia Beach travel guide or comparing verified nightlife and brunch restaurant in Virginia Beach, pair this stop with standout local spots including Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant- Virginia Beach, The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection, Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Oceanfront, and Tautog's Restaurant (nearby).
