Milk & Honey Southern Inspired Kitchen

• Shaded outdoor patio

• Address: 415 19th St, Suite 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, Virginia Beach, VA
• Phone: (757) 799-1918
• Website: https://www.themilkandhoney.com/atlantic-park

Last verified 2026-07-11.

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