Cuisine and Cocktails

We’re a city that’s rich in owner-operated restaurants, breweries, and food trucks whose owners have made their bones the Norfolk, VA way — with a lot of heart and a side of grit. Our cuisine, like our community, isn’t singular in its signature, but more a product of the melting pot Norfolk’s always been. 

Fine Dining

Let’s Dine out Norfolk is home to several fine dining options focused on exquisitely prepared seafood, steaks…

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Open Late

Out late and looking for a bite to eat? Norfolk has plenty of late night dining hot spots to choose from! Our…

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Coffee and Desserts

Cup. Cake. Norfolk’s local coffee shops are sure to give you the boost of caffeine you need to…

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Wine and Wineries

Red, White, and YOU Norfolk is home Virginia’s first and only urban winery, Mermaid Winery…

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Brew Norfolk

RAISE YOUR GLASS! Norfolk’s locally crafted beers are best enjoyed sitting on Bold Mariner’s beachy…

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Outdoor Dining

We’re getting spirited… outside! Norfolk’s restaurants certainly don’t disappoint when it comes…

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Norfolk’s Top BBQ Joints

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Seafood in the City

Your tastebuds watering yet? Norfolk’s chefs pride themselves on buying only the freshest…

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Local Eats in Ocean View / East Beach

After a day at the beach, refuel at one of Ocean View’s local…

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Things to Do in Ocean View / East Beach

Enjoy the sand & sun Kayaking, sailing, fishing…

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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

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Bayou Bon Vivant

Indulge in the flavors of New Orleans at the Bayou Bon Vivant, a three-day celebration of the tastes…

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Festivals in Norfolk

Norfolk plays host to plenty of extraordinary festivals and special events, providing entertaining and culturally enriched…

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Woman-Owned Businesses in Norfolk, VA

Supporting women-owned businesses is important, not just during Women’s History Month but…

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A Weekend in Downtown Norfolk

Downtown Norfolk is the perfect destination for a fun-filled weekend. It’s got with never-ending historic…

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Best Spots for Norfolk Happy Hour

Norfolk’s bars and restaurants have a wide variety of happy hour deals. Whether you’re meeting up…

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Recently Opened in Norfolk

Because Norfolk is always evolving and changing, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on all the new talented…

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Date Night on Colley Avenue

Colley Avenue, starting in Norfolk’s Ghent neighborhood and expanding all the way to Larchmont, is the…

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Best Healthy Restaurants in Norfolk, VA

We’ve all had the experience of feeling sluggish after several days of dining out. Whether…

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Best Tacos and Margaritas in Norfolk

There’s nothing quite like the pairing of savory, sometimes spicy tacos and a cool margarita. We…

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Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

Savour NFK

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Four Eleven York

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Blaque C.

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Beach BellaZa Pizza

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Delicious Deli

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Mercato di Grazia

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Guides & Itineraries

Looking for a little help or inspiration? Use Norfolk’s curated city guides and itineraries to get the most out of your time in our city.

Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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City Guide

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