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    219 Bistro

    3.6 (288 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    219 BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Eugene H.

    Norfolk has a lot of gems. Tried this place for the first time and planning my next visit. The food was absolutely delicious, everything was full of flavor. The service was just as good, the bartender was friendly and made the whole experience feel welcoming and relaxed. The atmosphere tied it all together, cozy, laid back, and very enjoyable . Definitely a spot worth checking out!

    Fish tacos, wings, deviled eggs, truffle fries, fried pimento cheese bites.
    Derek D.

    I came here on a Sunday for Happy Hour after seeing a show at Chrysler Hall. It's a short walk from Chrysler Hall & Scope. We arrived right at 4:00 as they were opening. We were greeted and seated right away. We ordered everything on the happy hour menu and were very satisfied with the taste, portions, and presentation. Our server was friendly and attentive. She checked on us throughout evening. The vibe is nice and cozy. Christmas decorations added a nice touch. One of the better dining options in Downtown Norfolk. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area.

    Brussel sprouts
    Young K.

    The brussel sprouts SHINED!!! The shrimp scampi also was the very good and a very big portion. The fried green tomatoes were like any other fried tomatoes you could get from somewhere, but the brussel sprouts were different than anywhere else I have tried. My fiance really enjoyed the meatloaf and she crab soup as well. We will definitely be coming back here for the food. The only thing that was kind of not so great was the wait time to get our drinks and food. We stayed there in total of almost 2 and half hours. The drinks were very strongly made, so if you need a pick me up with that, this is the place to go. I highly recommend making a reservation here, especially during the peak dinner times. Parking is either street parking or a parking garage a block away from here.

    Poison seafood

    Had a reservation for 730pm and when I arrived five minutes before that time, we ended up having to wait twenty mins for a table. What's the point of booking a reservation? When the scallop dish I ordered came out (almost two hours after being seated) I could immediately tell the food was spoiled. I didn't eat my meal and the waitress did not take the food off my bill. She did offer to order something else but I was already waiting several hours for this horrible dish. 4 hours later I began vomiting and going number 2 which lasted for FOUR DAYS. I've never been that sick in my life. Other people who ordered this dish must have gotten as sick as me. I thought I was dying. Will never return to this establishment again.

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    Danielle V.

    Stopped here for a drink yesterday and it's a very nice spot. Open, airy vibe! They have large windows with pretty seats. They have a bar and an outside seats as well. From 4-6 they have a great happy hour with cheap drinks and food. We didn't have any food but it all looked really great and decently priced. I would come back!

    She crab soup
    David H.

    I was there with a professional group attending a conference. The choice of 219 Bistro was somewhat spontaneous----- decided mainly by other Yelpers and their reviews. The menu looked good. We made a quick Open Table reservation and arrived close to the same time we booked. We started with some beers at the bar until our table was ready. It was only 5-10 minutes and they had us seated and ready to order. Our server was very attentive and informative about specials and house favorites. I ordered the She Crab Bisque to start. Lots of lump crabmeat in a delicous creamy bisque. Very flavorful and satisfying. For the main course, I ordered the Shrimp Gumbo. There were 5 large shrimp surrounding the rice, andouille sausage and toasted chilis. I recommend highly. Not too spicy, but more savory and flavorful. Unfortunately no room for dessert.

    2021 menu. It is NOT the menu on Google, however.
    Shay J.

    My heart wanted to give this place 5 stars. I can't because I didn't ACTUALLY eat here. According to the menu HANDED TO ME WHEN I GOT TO THE TABLE (The owner/manager let me know there is a menu posted outside the restaurant, but who runs outside then back to the table to cross reference a menu? Want a customer to see the full menu? Then hand it to us at the table). GOOGLE, they were supposed to have an extensive VEGAN menu. They had two items--edamame and Thai Zucchini curry. "Two" does not constitute "extensive". We left. The 3 stars are for the kind waitress--DANAE. She was quite understanding and suggested their sister restaurant, Leones. She told us 219 Bistro updated their menu recently, and clearly the black bean and corn veggie burger and the honey sriracha Brussel Sprouts didn't make the new menu list (though they are on the menu when you Google this place). Oh well.

    BONE IN PORK CHOP with Brussels sprouts and cauliflower purée

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    I have been coming in here for a few years, the menu is outstanding, great service and wonderful atmosphere.

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    Worst service I've had in years, we waited two hours to eat. Paid $120 for two entrées., an appetizer, and a cocktail. Will never return.

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    Food was good; drinks were ok; service was amazing - Jasmine thank you for tending to us so well. She was great!! Cheers!

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    Food is always GREAT and DAVE is awesome! Great service!! 10/10!!!! Happy Hour is 4pm-6pm and love the wine and beer options

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