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Chef's Kitchen & Cocktails
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(355)At only 65 seats, Chef's has an intimate but edgy ambiance and an eclectic dining experience. Located on Colley Avenue, Chef’s Kitchen & Cocktails offers an upscale but comfortable, quality dining experience.
Please leave children at home and enjoy the atmosphere.
(ADULTS ONLY!)Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(2,087)Byrd & Baldwin Bros Steakhouse was conceived and executed with a no-compromise philosophy, rewarding guests with a memorable dining experience. We are a fine dining restaurant offering the finest service and cuisine in Hampton Roads Virginia. Join us for a unique experince and enjoy selections from our award winning wine list and premium spirits selection.
508 Crafthouse
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(24)Immerse yourself in the unparalleled ambiance of 508, where craft cocktails meet aesthetically pleasing plates. Feast your eyes on our visually stunning cocktail creations, made with beauty and grace. Come try one for yourself!456 Fish
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.7(1,452)456 Fish offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy a night out. Our menu is for seafood lovers but offers plenty to choose from for every palate. Best Happy Hour in Norfolk seven days a week at the bar and lounge till 6pm. Our heated patio is a great place to enjoy a drink and take in the downtown scene. Located next door to The Scope arena and Chrysler Hall, we are the perfect place to enjoy dinner before going to a show.
Varia
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(1,178)Welcome to Varia, a Romantic, Upscale Italian Restaurant in Norfolk.
Varia, our Italian restaurant and wine studio, features wine by the glass and a pianist six nights a week. Indulge in homemade pasta, freshly tossed pizzas from our brick oven, or signature Italian desserts like the tiramisu. Varia's modern Italian fare is made from only the best local ingredients and the wine studio features over 100 hand-selected wines, including 50 by the glass.
The dining room's intricate finishes and the warm glow of its reclaimed chandelier, formally of the Historic Cavalier's ballroom, offers an intimate ambiance that invites conversation over a full bodied merlot. Guests can book the ultra private dining room only accessible by hidden doors in the bookshelves for special events.The Baker’s Wife Bistro + Bar
Price: Expensive•American•4.6(53)French and American Style Cuisine; An Upscale Restaurant with an Urban Flare
Glass Light
Price: Expensive•French American•4.7(583)Traditional hotel dining is completely redefined at the Glass Light Hotel & Gallery. Focused on serving the highest quality ingredients, including seasonal and locally sourced produce and herbs, our restaurant, bar, and communal dining program are a standout among the dining scene of Norfolk on Granby Street. Indulge your senses in artistic, open spaces enhanced by beautifully prepared and presented dishes. Experience an elevated take on casual dining at the Glass Light Hotel!Saltine
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.4(2,351)Enjoy the region's finest fresh seafood in the sophistication of Saltine. A street level seafood restaurant in Downtown Norfolk, Saltine offers a chic, airy space for diners to savor seasonal shellfish, seafood and spirits. Enhancing the locally-sourced menu, the restaurant's black distressed millwork, old-world detailing, and mosaic tile floors blend historical authenticity with modern elegance that flows from the dining space to the bar. Exposed brick hints of the historic Decker building and large globe lighting offers an ambient vibe.
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- AAnneNew York City •15 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoPerhaps spot before show at Chrysler Hall. Food delicious and excellent service. Didn’t have to worry about being late for show. It’s our go to spot.More infoLeone'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Norfolk•4.5
- JJustinVirginia •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOutstanding. Everything was exceptional. From the service to the food to the ambience. I have not 1 complaint at all. Things were better than I expected it to be and I will definitely be going back again.More infoByrd and Baldwin Bros. SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Norfolk•4.7
- BBRIANVIPAtlanta •75 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI had a great dining experience with some standout dishes and a couple of minor hiccups. The Peri Peri Chicken Penne was packed with flavor—spicy, creamy, and perfectly cooked pasta. The whole red snapper was another highlight, fresh and well-seasoned, pairing beautifully with the tabbouleh rice and olives for a balanced and vibrant dish. The margarita had a great taste, with just the right mix of tart and sweet, but it came with a bit too much ice, watering it down too quickly. A minor fix, but worth noting. Overall, the food was delicious, and the experience was enjoyable. A solid spot worth revisiting!More infoNorfolk Seafood Co & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Norfolk•4.6
- CCarolaWashington, D.C. Area •122 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 27, 2025Excellent presentation meal, service, and attentiveness by our server Trevor. The short tib and squid ink pasta plus salads were exceptional. Highly recommend!More infoVariaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Norfolk•4.6
- CCarolaWashington, D.C. Area •122 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 26, 2025We have been to Saltine before. Great seafood, service was excellent and attentive. Grilled Rockfish and Wahoo with succatash and salads are both outstanding. Thanks to Trevor our server for a great experience.More infoSaltinePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Norfolk•4.4
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National chains and local establishments merge in Norfolk to form a dazzling array of flavors and textures. Enjoy American flavors like smokehouse barbecue and soul food. Discover new tastes with Asian cuisine spanning half a dozen countries. Fresh, farm-to-table ingredients highlight what's in season in many of the upscale bistros. Tap houses, wine bars, and oyster bars make specialization an art. If you’re in the mood for a little dessert, then indulge your sweet tooth with fudge, ice cream, cupcakes, and other confections. From Chesapeake Bay oysters on the half shell to bahn mi to Carolina barbecue, there's a lot of delicious food to encounter in Norfolk.
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