Near downtown Norfolk, Central 111 is a night club and late-night tapas lounge. The club’s swanky décor and martini drink menu attract those looking for an intimate setting to smoke, drink and socialize. With a full bar and inexpensive food, the atmosphere is casual with a hip crowd the skews younger. Located minutes away from Virginia Beach’s oceanfront, DJs spin Top 40 late into the night.
Central 111
401 North Great Neck Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 222-1022?
centraloneeleven.com
Vacationers, college students, and residents meeting friends for a playful evening by the beach head to Luna Sea. Offering a full bar with nightly drink specials, the club is known for great margaritas. The venue features an outdoor tiki bar complete with sand, swings and an area for dodge ball games. DJs spin pop, Top 40 and rock to an energetic crowd that dances all night. There’s no dress code enforced, but many look their best in sexy, sleek or casual clothes.
Luna Sea
206 22nd Street
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 437-4400?
lunaseavb.com
For a night of laughs, the Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant offers a menu of American cuisine and nightly performances. The club presents a full line-up of both local comedians and those touring nationally for a cover charge of about $12 per person as of 2010. The fun atmosphere accommodates large and small groups and offers an alternative for those looking to break from the crowds and music of other venues.
Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant
217 Central Park Ave.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 213-5555
vabeachfunnybone.com
Peabody’s is a classic beach nightclub, great for dancing, socializing and people watching. The space offers a huge dance floor, pool tables and a stage for local and regional bands. With cheap drinks and pub food such as burgers and fries, the diverse crowd is consistently festive and casual. Bands are often followed by DJs and late-night karaoke.
Peabody’s
211 21st St.
Virginia Beach, VA? 23462
(757) 422-6212?
peabodysvirginiabeach.com