Electric Palm: (Woodbridge, VA)
(formerly known as Eagles Nest)
12745 Sea Ray Lane
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Phone 703.492.7256
Website: http://www.theelectricpalm.com
Facebook page: yes
Pricing food - $10-30ish
Pricing Beer - $4-5ish
Notes: Water view dining, music, karaoke, tiki bar, seafood, steaks, charbroiled burgers, kids meals, outdoor dining (heat lamps)
Food: (B+)
The upstairs dining option is a great spot for many kinds of occasions. Dates, family dining, girls night out, brunch with mom, you name it. Serving steaks, seafood, and sandwiches, as well as a kids menu, this place seems to have it all. The crab legs are plump and meaty (available in one or two pound options) and the steaks tried by several of my dining companions were described as worth coming back for. Options between bread include the charbroiled burgers, which are thick and tasty (that’s what she said) and the club sandwich also got high marks.
However most of the appetizers I have tried (calamari, mozzarella sticks, crab balls, and the crab dip) have been less than stellar, as are the french fries. Skip the calories and save them for the desserts. The blackened tuna steak I tried came beautifully presented and cooked to order, however it was a bit on the cold side, so I am not sure how long it had been lingering before it was served. Most recently our waiter met us at the table with our usual drink orders…which I think officially makes us regulars, but I wouldn’t go so far as to say…everybody knows our names (queue the theme song for cheers)….yet.
However most of the appetizers I have tried (calamari, mozzarella sticks, crab balls, and the crab dip) have been less than stellar, as are the french fries. Skip the calories and save them for the desserts. The blackened tuna steak I tried came beautifully presented and cooked to order, however it was a bit on the cold side, so I am not sure how long it had been lingering before it was served. Most recently our waiter met us at the table with our usual drink orders…which I think officially makes us regulars, but I wouldn’t go so far as to say…everybody knows our names (queue the theme song for cheers)….yet.
Beer: (C)
The usual suspects.
| Atmosphere (B+) |
Woodbridge seems to have its fair share of tucked away dining options with frequent name changes. This phenomenon only makes me wonder if the non-chain restaurants are made to participate in some sort of witness protection program. The Electric Palm faces the Prince William Marina and is tucked away behind the Sea Ray dealership on route 123 (Gordon Blvd). If you don’t know its there….you wont know its there.
A bit bipolar, this two story waterfront dining option offers two kinds of settings for your enjoyment. Downstairs you will find a laid back tiki bar with picnic tables,a bbq chef serving hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, hot music and wild times. Perfect for a summer night in shorts.
Upstairs is more serious dining with a casual dress code. The indoor dining room boast water views and white table cloths without the need for fancy going out clothes. Whatever you’re in, you’ll fit right in, unless you happen to be a nudist. There is also small bar area with tables for pub fare and an upstairs outdoor deck that beckons you to linger and lounge way beyond what your waiter might prefer on a busy night, so be sure to order often and tip generously.
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| Upstairs Indoor Dining |
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