Extraordinary Culinary Experiences
At The Chespeake, we know that sitting down to enjoy a favorite meal, expertly prepared, represents more than just nutrition for the body. It’s nourishment for the soul. It’s a chance to gather with friends and create a wonderful new memory with every meal. It’s a way to live a Life, Inspired.
Venues as Varied as Your Appetite
Formal to casual, coffee bar to private dining, The Chesapeake’s beautifully designed dining venues offer an exceptional culinary experience for every occasion.
Mariners Room
Pristine white tablecloths set the stage in our formal restaurant. Here you’ll enjoy exquisite and creatively prepared chef specials.
Regatta Grille
Our casual bistro features a variety of cook-to-order options, including grilled seafood and steaks, in addition to the daily chef’s specials.
Windjammer Lounge
Windjammer Lounge is the perfect gathering place to start or end your day. In the mornings, it’s a cozy nook to sip your coffee and ease into the day ahead. By evening, it transforms into a warm, inviting space where you can enjoy happy hour with friends, unwind by the fire, and share great conversation. Whether you’re seeking quiet moments or lively connection, Windjammer Lounge offers the ideal setting.
Captains Cove
Our private dining room is available for special occasions with family and friends.
Clark’s Café
Clark’s Café is your cozy go-to spot right here on campus—where the breakfast menu is served all day and always a fan favorite. Whether you’re grabbing a casual bite for lunch or dinner or catching up with friends over a warm cup of coffee, Clark’s Café offers a relaxed and welcoming space to enjoy good food and great company.
Your Plate of Choice
Dining at The Chesapeake is all about choice. We offer a variety of dining plans designed to fit your lifestyle.
Full Plate
Covers about one meal per day.
Small Plate
Covers 15 to 20 meals per month.
A la Carte
Meals may be purchased a la carte
Chef-Prepared. Locally Sourced.
Our culinary approach has earned us countless industry accolades and awards and provides the foundation for the entire dining experience at The Chesapeake.
Our chef crafts ever-changing menus around locally sourced, in-season whole foods to serve the healthiest, most delicious dining options for our residents every day.
Our Culinary Team
The Chesapeake’s chef and culinary team bring passion and expertise to every dish they create, always with a commitment to satisfy a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences while ensuring that every dining experience is nothing short of inspired.
Curt joined the Chesapeake and Lifespire family in August of 2024 after a 32 year career in hospitality at some of the country’s greatest golf resorts. Prior to The Chesapeake, Curt was the Vice President of Food and Beverage Operations for Kingsmill Golf Resort and Escalante Golf in Williamsburg Virginia and Ft. Worth Texas. His journey through hospitality has taken him from New Jersey to Miami and Tampa to where he is now, a proud Virginian for the last 28 years. He was the owner of Virginia Hospitality Services for 12 years before rejoining the Resort world in 2016. He lives in Gloucester, Virginia with his wife of 30 years, Theresa, and is the proud father of Ryan and Jason. He enjoys time on his boat or days adventuring in his old Jeep and considers the transition to Senior Living the best career move he has ever made.
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