Our Story

Vintage Tavern has been a staple in the North Suffolk community since 2003. This one-of-a-kind restaurant has brought a farm-to-table concept to Hampton Roads that is not duplicated anywhere. It is a restaurant with genuine character, where great food is served without pretension. It is a place that welcomes its guests to a relaxed atmosphere and surrounds them with rustic arts and crafts architecture such as exposed beams, Rumsford fireplaces in each dining room, and game trophies in the lounge.

From the exhibition kitchen come signature dishes prepared by the culinary team, among them an appetizing Taste of Southern Goodness sampler of homemade biscuits, house-made sausages, shaved Virginia ham, deviled eggs, house-made spreads such as strawberry jam, and seasonal entrees like oven-baked flounder with herb-onion spoon bread and lemon brown butter sauce. Our kitchen is chef-driven and only uses the freshest, local, in-season ingridients. Our dishes are truly Seasonally Southern.

Vintage Tavern was purchased by restauranteurs, and brothers, Randy and Brian Pack in May 2024. A staple amongst the Vintage Tavern team was Ken Dodd, a true master of his craft. Ken joined Randy and Brian as a managing partner and now one of the most dynamic ownership groups in Virginia stands ready to dazzle you with their signature restaurant and chef-driven kitchen. Please come say hello and try the best of what Hampton Roads culinary scene offers.

ABOUT PACK BROTHERS HOSPITALITY

Excellence in Every Experience

Pack Brothers Hospitality is a relatively new name to the hospitality scene, but not if you know Randy and Brian Pack. These two brothers grew up watching their parents build, manage, and create Smithfield Station, which has become an icon in Smithfield Virginia, and to anyone who lives in the Coastal Virginia area. From the ages of 10 and 8 respectively, the two brothers actively worked at Smithfield Station, and upon returning from college in 2001 and 2003, they both immediately began working and then managing the family business.

Pack Brothers Hospitality was officially formed in 2018, with the addition of The Surry Seafood Company – a restaurant, hotel, and marina on Gray’s Creek in Surry, Virginia. Randy and Brian quickly began transforming this truly special property overlooking the river. Today it is a thriving restaurant and marina and has earned the respect of both locals and visitors alike.

In 2019, Pack Brothers Hospitality embarked on a journey with the State of Virginia at Fort Monroe in Hampton, VA. The redevelopment project of an existing marina into a world-class Restaurant, Marina, and Hotel on the lower Chesapeake Bay, affectionately called 37 North at Fort Monroe, is still (slowly) in the works as there are many obstacles to overcome. The Packs are currently operating the existing marina, Old Point Comfort Marina, on the site and lease the existing restaurant to The Dedrise as they wait to progress this project.

Pack Brothers Hospitality continued to grow in May 2024 when it purchased three existing restaurants from Brian and Teresa Mullins. The Packs acquired Vintage Tavern, Decoys Seafood and Bennetts Creek Marina and the River Stone Chophouse. All three of these properties are located in Nothern Suffolk along Rt. 17. Randy and Brian felt these properties were a wonderful addition to their portfolio and would complement what they already owned and operated. Additionally, the Packs added Ken Dodd to the team as an operational partner. Ken brings years of operational experience to the team and is considered a master of his craft by both Randy and Brian.

Pack Brothers Hospitality was founded on the principles of passion, commitment, and a genuine desire to create exceptional hospitality experiences. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of personalized service and the impact it has on our guests.

Our journey began with a vision to redefine hospitality by seamlessly blending luxury, comfort, and authenticity. Over the years, we have grown into a trusted name in the industry, renowned for our unwavering dedication to excellence and attention to detail.

Our Mission

Build a better plate every day. At Pack Brothers Hospitality, our mission is simple: to exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence in the hospitality industry. We are committed to creating memorable moments for our guests through unparalleled service, innovative offerings, and a passion for perfection. Please join us at any of our establishments soon and let us make a believer out of you.