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Beard at te Beach: A Coastal Celebration of James Beard
SEPTEMBER 21, 2026

6:00 PM RECEPTION | 7:00 PM DINNER

ZOES STEAK + SEAFOOD
713 19TH STREET, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

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A Friends of James Beard Benefit® Presented By Virginia Beach Restaurant Association & Virginia Eats + Drinks

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Virginia Beach’s culinary excellence at the inaugural Beard at the Beach, an official James Beard Foundation fundraising dinner featuring an extraordinary collaboration of local chefs.

benefiting james beard foundation

Proceeds from the Beard at the Beach Signature Dinner, Culinary Series, and Silent Auction benefit the James Beard Foundation.

$499 per person

Maximum Purchase: Two (2) tickets per purchaser

To provide as many guests as possible the opportunity to attend this exclusive event, ticket purchases are limited to two tickets per person.

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Tickets are sold out and we are now adding names to a waitlist. Please fill out the form below to be added.

We will contact you to confirm your reservation and to collect payment. No reservation is considered a final purchase until payment has been made.

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Allergy & Dietary Restrictions

This exclusive dining experience features a thoughtfully curated, multi-course tasting menu created collaboratively by multiple chefs. Due to the nature of the event, the menu is fixed and cannot be modified or substituted to accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, or personal preferences.

While every reasonable effort is made to prepare food safely, dishes are created in shared kitchens and may come into contact with common allergens, including but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, and sesame. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee that any course will be free from allergens.

Guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions should carefully consider this information before purchasing tickets. By completing their ticket purchase, guests acknowledge and accept that the menu is served as designed and that no modifications can be made.

Required Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that this event features a chef-curated, preset multi-course tasting menu that cannot be modified or substituted to accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, or personal preferences.

I understand that all food is prepared in shared kitchens and that cross-contact with allergens may occur. Accordingly, I acknowledge that the organizers, participating chefs, venue, sponsors, and event partners cannot guarantee that any course is free from allergens.

By purchasing tickets and attending this event, I voluntarily accept and assume all risks associated with food allergies, dietary restrictions, and the consumption of the food and beverages served during the event.

Ticket Reservation & Payment Policy

To ensure fair access to this exclusive event, tickets will be held for up to 24 hours from the time your registration is submitted.

Payment Summary

Ticket(s): 1 × $499.00
Total Due: $499.00

Ticket(s): 2 × $499.00
Total Due: $998.00

Questions?

We will contact you to confirm your reservation and to collect payment. No reservation is considered a final purchase until payment has been made. If you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to the Virginia Beach Restaurant Association at director@dineinvb.com or 757-567-9304.

We look forward to welcoming you to this historic culinary event supporting the James Beard Foundation while showcasing the exceptional talent of our region’s culinary community.

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We will contact you to confirm your reservation and to collect payment. No reservation is considered a final purchase until payment has been made. If you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to us at director@dineinvb.com or 757-567-9304.

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