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This was my first visit to Craft on Colley. The atmosphere is so cool. Their bar is amazing. They even have a seating area out front that is covered and has a fire pit. I ordered the Noco. This dish is served with one piece of French toast cut in half, two meat s of your choice, eggs, choice of bread and choice of potatoes, grits or something else (can't remember what). The bartender didn't ask me what my other choice of meat was and when inquired he said "I just put you in for two orders of sausage". I thought was odd because I would have preferred the two selections. I did ask if one order of meat could be substituted for fruit, but he said that was more a side with the meal. Another thing that was odd is that I asked for the eggs to be scrambled hard, they were not. I cannot eat soft scrambled eggs, something about the texture just doesn't work for me. Although I will eat an over medium egg, either way that wasn't what I asked for. I will say that the bartender was friendly and that the patron who was sitting next to me was also friendly. I will probably give them another shot but maybe for dinner instead.
Craft is located right on the corner of Colley ave and 42nd street. Service was a little slow and the place was empty. The spring egg rolls were seasoned and delicious. The ginger wings had too much fat on them and not enough meat. they also lacked flavor. The salmon bowl was delicious, plenty and flavorful. We had to contend a lot with flies but if you sit closer to the bar area they are not that bad.
Yesterday we did a ladies night and the food and drinks were definitely delicious and delivered. Entering is like a mixed of bar atmosphere adding that luxury to it the layout is super nice and very good for a casual evening or special occasion or just treating yourself with a nice cocktail. Walking in I wasn't served immediately it was a little bit of a wait until the server got to me. I believe she might have been the only one working that night but she definitely helps with choosing a choice of drinks once we got settled in. And she offer us a sample of there sangria it was definitely different it gave a warm and sweet fruity taste perfect for the night as it become cold and a good way To start the night with before the food comes. I was very impressed with their menu of how many small plates to choose from and it did not disappoint at all. I got both a warm and serve cold dish, my warm dish I try there crab rice balls very rich in flavor and was definitely nice flavor with the crab and rice all in one. And the cold dish was the tuna tartare also good but my only thing I was expecting more of mashed with tuna tartare also the seaweed was a lot in getting through each bite but not a bad dish and it came with wonton chips which was a good way to enjoy it more nice and crunchy. The layout they have outdoor seating and bar seating as well as high and low seating inside next time will try seating outside especially as it gets colder they have a fire pit for you to stay warm if you want that outside feel with out feeling to cold. And they also have area near the sign where there a bigger seating area with nice contrast of luxurious and comfortable perfect for groups and for special occasions. Overall nice experience and was a very pleasant time and would definitely come back again to try more of the menu items and cocktails.
Just enjoyed this beautiful day at the bar and enjoyed some cocktails, they were delicious. Also had some fulfilling bulgogi fries to share! The ambiance is really chill and cute! The bartender was attentive and worked the bar beautifully! Definitely will be back again! Seems like a lot of regulars come here! I might be one too
Heard about a fairly new restaurant that opened a few minutes from home and had to stop in and try it out. Craft on Colley is an upbeat bar and restaurant located near ODU and a few doors down from The Dirty Buffalo on North Colley. The side was very welcoming with different table styles and a huge bar area. What I loved most is that the menu provided something for everyone, from sushi, burgers, tacos, seafood, etc. We ordered the fried shrimp appetizer (7/10, great size but lacked flavor), BBQ chicken nachos (9/10, HUGE!) and shrimp tacos (8/10, wish they were bigger). Our server was very nice and service was good. Well drinks are also $4 during their happy hour. Stop by when you have a chance!
As someone who just visited Craft On Colley a couple of months ago and had a great experience, I was very happy to return to try out their Brunch. On Sundays, they offer an All-Day Brunch starting at 11am (when they open) and have a variety of items to choose from. Since we were one of the firsts to arrive at 11am, we were quickly seated. Unfortunately since the floors were still wet, they had the large, garage door open to help assist with drying the floors. The large door being open wouldn't have been an issue if it were nice out but with it being colder and rainy, it made for an uncomfortable start to our Brunch. My friend asked several times if they could close the door in which they simply replied, they were waiting for the floors to dry. We both ordered Espresso Martinis to start and even though it tasted great, my friend mentioned how vastly different it looked compared to the last time she ordered. We definitely didn't get the whipped cream topping lol. After looking over the menu, we order the Dim Sum Doughnuts to try. Since my friend raved about the Banana's Foster French Toast, I ordered that as well as the Traditional Breakfast. The Dim Sum Doughnuts tasted pretty good, it reminded me of a funnel cake. The only downside was the raspberry sauce, that we were unaware of, that the doughnuts were topped with. My friend was not a fan of the sauce and seeing as though the menu didn't state that it came with a raspberry sauce, we inquired about it with our server. She informed us that the doughnuts are served with different sauces every time they are ordered. Interesting concept lol. The Banana's Foster French Toast had a great, caramelized sauce drizzled over the top but my French toast was a bit burnt and I believe the bananas were actually plantains because they had no banana flavor and weren't sweet at all. The Traditional Breakfast was a basic egg, potato and meat dish and tasted okay. Overall, we didn't have the best Brunch experience unfortunately. My friend, who also ordered the Banana's Foster French Toast, asked for a 'side' of the caramelized sauce and was given a bowl (an actual bowl) filled with bananas in a very runny, sauce that cost an additional $5 (she wasn't aware of the additional cost until the bill came). I really enjoyed dining here for dinner a couple months back so I may just stick to dinner only visits in the future.
Some friends from work and I have been trying to get together for weeks for drinks and time to unwind and I was excited to try a spot that was new to me. Craft is located at the north end of Colley near the campus of ODU. Their private lot is a little tight, but there is plenty of side-street parking nearby as well. I really like the outdoor seating area with open-air access to the bar. It makes it a nice spot to sit with a beverage on temperate days! I arrived shortly before 4pm and was greeted right after I sat to join a friend and asked for my drink order. I was SHOCKED when the server told me that "they don't do happy hour." When I commented that it was quite clear on their website AND on their social media (as recent as 3 days prior) that they had good HH specials, she repeated "yeah, I don't know why they do that." If I hadn't joined a friend who had already ordered, I'd have hit the bricks. I don't take kindly to bait-and-switch tactics and I will never dine here again. Regardless, I got a drink. A $9 can of beer. They don't have any drafts (Craft refers to their crafted cocktails) and NO HAPPY HOUR. I want to make that clear to everyone so no one gets stuck in the same situation. NO HAPPY HOUR. Friends ordered the blackened chicken bowl and truffle fries and they seemed to like them. I had a veggie roll, which was 50% rice with little texture from the veggies. It was not very appetizing. Our service was fine, aside from NO HAPPY HOUR and failure to take my questions and remarks as a reason to get management involved. She was attentive and prompt, but not apologetic. Beverage selection is varied so seems a good spot for cocktail and wine drinkers. Just don't expect good drink deals. Because NO HAPPY HOUR. I will never return.
Met some friends here on 09/07/2023 and had been wanting to try this place. It is very hip and stylish with a great outdoor patio which we did not sit in as it was during Virginia's heatwave in September. The four of us ordered the following Tuna Tartare and Wonton tacos for appetizers. I had the Mango Habanero margarita that had the right amount of kick I love in a spicy margarita. The appetizers were awesome especially the Tuna Tartare with fresh tuna, seaweed salad, avocado and fish roe with the freshly crisp wonton chips. I could have just that for my dish and been satisfied. My sister had the Frose but was not a fan as it was just a tad to sweet for her liking. Next came our entrees. I had gotten the Baja Fish & Shrimp Al Pastor with a side of curry noodles. Those curry noodles were so yummy I could not stop eating them as well as my sister. Unfortunately the tacos fell short for me. The Baja fish filet was quite thin and did not have any flavor and the Shrimp Al Pastor taco did not have distinct Al Pastor taste that I normally love. My sister had the Fresh Catch & Bulgogi taco, she liked the Bulgogi taco but her fish taco was also bland as well. Another person had the Blackened chicken bowl and enjoyed it and the other had the Fresh catch tacos as well. I would like to come back and try their other offerings like one of the burgers or the Red Curry bowls because that side curry dish was delicious.
Came here after visiting a flea market a couple blocks over with my friend. It was walking distance and we both haven't been here yet so we decided now was the best time to check it out. Atmosphere is open and has a charming yet electric vibe. Staff was open and friendly and super patient as we grazed the menu multiple times before making a decision. The menu has burgers, sushi, tacos, as well as bowls, so we were trying to figure out what direction we wanted to go in and ultimately kept it light. For drinks, we got the Lemon Spritz and the Champagne Mojito. Both were light and refreshing, I prefer the Lemon Spritz. For food, we ordered the baja fish taco and the baja chicken taco both were delicious and executed well. I really enjoyed the fish taco, It was fried beautifully and nice and flaky on the inside. I asked the server what kind of fish it was and she said wahoo but sometimes it's Tilapia (which I wouldn't prefer) so if you plan on trying those I'd ask ahead of time. The corn tortillas were great quality and paired well with the fish, sauce and the delicate micro cilantro to make the perfect bite. We also ordered the crispy veggie roll. We were brought out the regular veggie roll so we let the server know and ended up purchasing both. The Crispy veggie roll had a beautiful crust and tasted wonderful, the only thing it needed was a spicy sauce to bring it all together. I would definitely come back here again, I neeeed another baja fish taco and I want to see how good the burgers are next.
My husband and I are new to the area & decided to go to Craft for one of our first dinners. We walked in on a Sunday evening and were able to grab 2 spots at the bar. The bartender serving us was really attentive & helpful. We didn't try out any of their cocktails this time around but they all sounded great. The restaurant offers bar, table, and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is covered so it even works on a rainy day. The vibe/decor is really welcoming and it gives off a great date night or girls night out feel. Upon looking at sandwiches or other options on the menu- I really wish a side was included in the price of these. $4 for a side of fries or chips seems a bit steep. I do feel like maybe the chips could be included and the fries as a small upgrade charge. We started off with the spring rolls which were absolutely delicious. They came with 2 sauces that complimented them perfectly. For our meals my husband went with the blackened chicken bowl & I got the Baja tacos (fish). Both options were great!! The tacos were decently large & had great flavor. I think next time we come back I would definitely try a bowl or a burger next. Everything on the menu looks/sounds great and it seemed like there's something for everyone.
Walked in on warm afternoon, greeted by a very friendly hostess, this place is definitely has a modern and fun vibe. Elected to sit outside but it was a little too warm so we sat inside. This place is good for a date or small groups of people. Low tops, high tops, and a really nice/attractive looking bar with tons of different drinks to try. Staff was fiery friendly. No complaints there at all. All really good attitudes and seems like a good work environment. Food: Wonton tacos - if you like tuna, this is a great app for you. I wasn't too sold on it myself. The wontons held together really well. I'd recommended trying it, just for your own personal taste. Lollipop wings - 4/5 - I really enjoyed the flavor and the presentation. A great recommendation if your in a wing mood. French Connection - 3/5 - good flavor & ingredients, but drastically undercooked. Definitely was a miss this time around. Hog Wild with wagyu - 3.9/5 - good burger, flavor was right there.. but they forgot to put no mayo on the burger. I ate it anyway but it affected the experience Fries - $4 up charge for good handful of fries I didn't even finish... you're not missing anything. Drinks - I got the 007 Martini. I enjoyed the flavor, but it was way too strong for me and I love strong drinks. So if you want one strong drink to finish you off, I definitely recommend. *This place is fairly new so please be patient with them as they working out kinks* ***Observations/Recommendations: * Napkins - random, I know. But the napkins they use leave a huge film of residue all over the table, plates, food, drinks, and everything in sight. Please use linen napkins or something that doesn't leave napkin dust. * Flies - recommend either having fans or investing into some type of fly repellent. I get it, open door concept to the elements, and I actually enjoyed that part of the experience. However, half of our time there was used swatting flies away from our food, cups, and face. * No military discount Conclusion: I recommend giving this place a try. The menu has something for everyone, the bar seems really fun, great location, and it's a part of Norfolk's growing food scene. Hopefully ownership/management take these reviews as constructive criticism. This place has a lot of potential.
Great food and craft cocktails for our Wednesday late lunch. Mojito and Negroni hit the spot. My wife went with a poke bowl and I had the red curry bowl. Employees were attentive and friendly. The service was spot on. We sat at the bar, but there is outside dining by a small water fountain. HC assessable.
Solid spot for brunch or lunch! We enjoyed mimosas and Benedicts! Our server was very helpful and attentive and the ambiance was trendy and fun! Would recommend and come back for sure :)
We stopped by Craft on Colley, located at 4110 Colley Avenue in the heart of Norfolk, just north of Ghent. Kendall, our bartender, took great care of us throughout the afternoon. Friendly, attentive service without being overbearing is always appreciated, and she struck that balance perfectly. My wife ordered the Red Curry Bowl with blackened chicken, baby bok choy, radishes, carrots, green onions, cilantro, and rice noodles in a rich red curry coconut broth. This dish was both aesthetically pleasing and delicious. The vegetables were fresh, the broth was flavorful without being overpowering, and the generous portion made for a hearty meal. In fact, there was simply too much to finish, which is rarely something to complain about. She thoroughly enjoyed it. I chose The Richmond, a fried chicken sandwich topped with pimento cheese, bacon, jalapeños, Mike's Hot Honey, spicy aioli, lettuce, and tomato on a potato bun, served with fresh-cut fries. The chicken itself was excellent, and the fries were crispy, fresh, and plentiful. Where the sandwich lost me was in its identity. There was so much happening between the pimento cheese, spicy aioli, bacon, jalapeños, and hot honey that each ingredient seemed to compete with the others rather than complement them. Somewhere along the way, it crossed the Rubicon from a Nashville hot chicken sandwich into something entirely different. That's not necessarily a bad thing. It simply wasn't for me. I finished it, and I certainly didn't dislike it, but I wouldn't order it again. Sometimes restraint is the better part of culinary creativity, and I think this sandwich would benefit from letting one or two of its ingredients take center stage instead of asking them all to share the spotlight. Overall, we enjoyed our visit. Good food, generous portions, excellent service, and a relaxed atmosphere make Craft on Colley a place we'll happily return to. While my sandwich wasn't quite a home run, my wife's meal more than made up for it. read more
8 days ago
The Sunday brunch was something I heard about via social media - apparently this place has become extremely popular and I can see why. Very cute spot, but kinda crowded for the size of the place. Server was delightful and offered some wonderful recommendations. The bang bang shrimp was very yummy and the spring rolls were delicious. You can tell the vegetables were fresh on the inside. The Buns were delightful as well. Unfortunately, the truffle fries weren't my favorite, but weren't terrible. read more
Well...I was on a diet before I came here. Their smash burgers were AHHH-mazing! Highly recommend the Whoa Bacon Burger that's topped with crispy pork belly...my mouth is currently salivating as I am typing this review!! The place is super cute but small. So I would go there when they first open to make sure to get a table. They also have an outdoor area with a fire pit area. They have a full bar if you wanted to just sit and relax. read more
This was my first visit to Craft on Colley. The atmosphere is so cool. Their bar is amazing. They even have a seating area out front that is covered and has a fire pit. I ordered the Noco. This dish is served with one piece of French toast cut in half, two meat s of your choice, eggs, choice of bread and choice of potatoes, grits or something else (can't remember what). The bartender didn't ask me what my other choice of meat was and when inquired he said "I just put you in for two orders of sausage". I thought was odd because I would have preferred the two selections. I did ask if one order of meat could be substituted for fruit, but he said that was more a side with the meal. Another thing that was odd is that I asked for the eggs to be scrambled hard, they were not. I cannot eat soft scrambled eggs, something about the texture just doesn't work for me. Although I will eat an over medium egg, either way that wasn't what I asked for. I will say that the bartender was friendly and that the patron who was sitting next to me was also friendly. I will probably give them another shot but maybe for dinner instead. read more
17 days ago
1 year ago
Craft is located right on the corner of Colley ave and 42nd street. Service was a little slow and the place was empty. The spring egg rolls were seasoned and delicious. The ginger wings had too much fat on them and not enough meat. they also lacked flavor. The salmon bowl was delicious, plenty and flavorful. We had to contend a lot with flies but if you sit closer to the bar area they are not that bad. read more
Yesterday we did a ladies night and the food and drinks were definitely delicious and delivered. Entering is like a mixed of bar atmosphere adding that luxury to it the layout is super nice and very good for a casual evening or special occasion or just treating yourself with a nice cocktail. Walking in I wasn't served immediately it was a little bit of a wait until the server got to me. I believe she might have been the only one working that night but she definitely helps with choosing a choice of drinks once we got settled in. And she offer us a sample of there sangria it was definitely different it gave a warm and sweet fruity taste perfect for the night as it become cold and a good way To start the night with before the food comes. I was very impressed with their menu of how many small plates to choose from and it did not disappoint at all. I got both a warm and serve cold dish, my warm dish I try there crab rice balls very rich in flavor and was definitely nice flavor with the crab and rice all in one. And the cold dish was the tuna tartare also good but my only thing I was expecting more of mashed with tuna tartare also the seaweed was a lot in getting through each bite but not a bad dish and it came with wonton chips which was a good way to enjoy it more nice and crunchy. The layout they have outdoor seating and bar seating as well as high and low seating inside next time will try seating outside especially as it gets colder they have a fire pit for you to stay warm if you want that outside feel with out feeling to cold. And they also have area near the sign where there a bigger seating area with nice contrast of luxurious and comfortable perfect for groups and for special occasions. Overall nice experience and was a very pleasant time and would definitely come back again to try more of the menu items and cocktails. read more
4 months ago
Just enjoyed this beautiful day at the bar and enjoyed some cocktails, they were delicious. Also had some fulfilling bulgogi fries to share! The ambiance is really chill and cute! The bartender was attentive and worked the bar beautifully! Definitely will be back again! Seems like a lot of regulars come here! I might be one too read more
2 months ago
Heard about a fairly new restaurant that opened a few minutes from home and had to stop in and try it out. Craft on Colley is an upbeat bar and restaurant located near ODU and a few doors down from The Dirty Buffalo on North Colley. The side was very welcoming with different table styles and a huge bar area. What I loved most is that the menu provided something for everyone, from sushi, burgers, tacos, seafood, etc. We ordered the fried shrimp appetizer (7/10, great size but lacked flavor), BBQ chicken nachos (9/10, HUGE!) and shrimp tacos (8/10, wish they were bigger). Our server was very nice and service was good. Well drinks are also $4 during their happy hour. Stop by when you have a chance! read more
As someone who just visited Craft On Colley a couple of months ago and had a great experience, I was very happy to return to try out their Brunch. On Sundays, they offer an All-Day Brunch starting at 11am (when they open) and have a variety of items to choose from. Since we were one of the firsts to arrive at 11am, we were quickly seated. Unfortunately since the floors were still wet, they had the large, garage door open to help assist with drying the floors. The large door being open wouldn't have been an issue if it were nice out but with it being colder and rainy, it made for an uncomfortable start to our Brunch. My friend asked several times if they could close the door in which they simply replied, they were waiting for the floors to dry. We both ordered Espresso Martinis to start and even though it tasted great, my friend mentioned how vastly different it looked compared to the last time she ordered. We definitely didn't get the whipped cream topping lol. After looking over the menu, we order the Dim Sum Doughnuts to try. Since my friend raved about the Banana's Foster French Toast, I ordered that as well as the Traditional Breakfast. The Dim Sum Doughnuts tasted pretty good, it reminded me of a funnel cake. The only downside was the raspberry sauce, that we were unaware of, that the doughnuts were topped with. My friend was not a fan of the sauce and seeing as though the menu didn't state that it came with a raspberry sauce, we inquired about it with our server. She informed us that the doughnuts are served with different sauces every time they are ordered. Interesting concept lol. The Banana's Foster French Toast had a great, caramelized sauce drizzled over the top but my French toast was a bit burnt and I believe the bananas were actually plantains because they had no banana flavor and weren't sweet at all. The Traditional Breakfast was a basic egg, potato and meat dish and tasted okay. Overall, we didn't have the best Brunch experience unfortunately. My friend, who also ordered the Banana's Foster French Toast, asked for a 'side' of the caramelized sauce and was given a bowl (an actual bowl) filled with bananas in a very runny, sauce that cost an additional $5 (she wasn't aware of the additional cost until the bill came). I really enjoyed dining here for dinner a couple months back so I may just stick to dinner only visits in the future. read more
Some friends from work and I have been trying to get together for weeks for drinks and time to unwind and I was excited to try a spot that was new to me. Craft is located at the north end of Colley near the campus of ODU. Their private lot is a little tight, but there is plenty of side-street parking nearby as well. I really like the outdoor seating area with open-air access to the bar. It makes it a nice spot to sit with a beverage on temperate days! I arrived shortly before 4pm and was greeted right after I sat to join a friend and asked for my drink order. I was SHOCKED when the server told me that "they don't do happy hour." When I commented that it was quite clear on their website AND on their social media (as recent as 3 days prior) that they had good HH specials, she repeated "yeah, I don't know why they do that." If I hadn't joined a friend who had already ordered, I'd have hit the bricks. I don't take kindly to bait-and-switch tactics and I will never dine here again. Regardless, I got a drink. A $9 can of beer. They don't have any drafts (Craft refers to their crafted cocktails) and NO HAPPY HOUR. I want to make that clear to everyone so no one gets stuck in the same situation. NO HAPPY HOUR. Friends ordered the blackened chicken bowl and truffle fries and they seemed to like them. I had a veggie roll, which was 50% rice with little texture from the veggies. It was not very appetizing. Our service was fine, aside from NO HAPPY HOUR and failure to take my questions and remarks as a reason to get management involved. She was attentive and prompt, but not apologetic. Beverage selection is varied so seems a good spot for cocktail and wine drinkers. Just don't expect good drink deals. Because NO HAPPY HOUR. I will never return. read more
2 years ago
Met some friends here on 09/07/2023 and had been wanting to try this place. It is very hip and stylish with a great outdoor patio which we did not sit in as it was during Virginia's heatwave in September. The four of us ordered the following Tuna Tartare and Wonton tacos for appetizers. I had the Mango Habanero margarita that had the right amount of kick I love in a spicy margarita. The appetizers were awesome especially the Tuna Tartare with fresh tuna, seaweed salad, avocado and fish roe with the freshly crisp wonton chips. I could have just that for my dish and been satisfied. My sister had the Frose but was not a fan as it was just a tad to sweet for her liking. Next came our entrees. I had gotten the Baja Fish & Shrimp Al Pastor with a side of curry noodles. Those curry noodles were so yummy I could not stop eating them as well as my sister. Unfortunately the tacos fell short for me. The Baja fish filet was quite thin and did not have any flavor and the Shrimp Al Pastor taco did not have distinct Al Pastor taste that I normally love. My sister had the Fresh Catch & Bulgogi taco, she liked the Bulgogi taco but her fish taco was also bland as well. Another person had the Blackened chicken bowl and enjoyed it and the other had the Fresh catch tacos as well. I would like to come back and try their other offerings like one of the burgers or the Red Curry bowls because that side curry dish was delicious. read more
4 months ago
Came here after visiting a flea market a couple blocks over with my friend. It was walking distance and we both haven't been here yet so we decided now was the best time to check it out. Atmosphere is open and has a charming yet electric vibe. Staff was open and friendly and super patient as we grazed the menu multiple times before making a decision. The menu has burgers, sushi, tacos, as well as bowls, so we were trying to figure out what direction we wanted to go in and ultimately kept it light. For drinks, we got the Lemon Spritz and the Champagne Mojito. Both were light and refreshing, I prefer the Lemon Spritz. For food, we ordered the baja fish taco and the baja chicken taco both were delicious and executed well. I really enjoyed the fish taco, It was fried beautifully and nice and flaky on the inside. I asked the server what kind of fish it was and she said wahoo but sometimes it's Tilapia (which I wouldn't prefer) so if you plan on trying those I'd ask ahead of time. The corn tortillas were great quality and paired well with the fish, sauce and the delicate micro cilantro to make the perfect bite. We also ordered the crispy veggie roll. We were brought out the regular veggie roll so we let the server know and ended up purchasing both. The Crispy veggie roll had a beautiful crust and tasted wonderful, the only thing it needed was a spicy sauce to bring it all together. I would definitely come back here again, I neeeed another baja fish taco and I want to see how good the burgers are next. read more
3 years ago
My husband and I are new to the area & decided to go to Craft for one of our first dinners. We walked in on a Sunday evening and were able to grab 2 spots at the bar. The bartender serving us was really attentive & helpful. We didn't try out any of their cocktails this time around but they all sounded great. The restaurant offers bar, table, and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is covered so it even works on a rainy day. The vibe/decor is really welcoming and it gives off a great date night or girls night out feel. Upon looking at sandwiches or other options on the menu- I really wish a side was included in the price of these. $4 for a side of fries or chips seems a bit steep. I do feel like maybe the chips could be included and the fries as a small upgrade charge. We started off with the spring rolls which were absolutely delicious. They came with 2 sauces that complimented them perfectly. For our meals my husband went with the blackened chicken bowl & I got the Baja tacos (fish). Both options were great!! The tacos were decently large & had great flavor. I think next time we come back I would definitely try a bowl or a burger next. Everything on the menu looks/sounds great and it seemed like there's something for everyone. read more
Walked in on warm afternoon, greeted by a very friendly hostess, this place is definitely has a modern and fun vibe. Elected to sit outside but it was a little too warm so we sat inside. This place is good for a date or small groups of people. Low tops, high tops, and a really nice/attractive looking bar with tons of different drinks to try. Staff was fiery friendly. No complaints there at all. All really good attitudes and seems like a good work environment. Food: Wonton tacos - if you like tuna, this is a great app for you. I wasn't too sold on it myself. The wontons held together really well. I'd recommended trying it, just for your own personal taste. Lollipop wings - 4/5 - I really enjoyed the flavor and the presentation. A great recommendation if your in a wing mood. French Connection - 3/5 - good flavor & ingredients, but drastically undercooked. Definitely was a miss this time around. Hog Wild with wagyu - 3.9/5 - good burger, flavor was right there.. but they forgot to put no mayo on the burger. I ate it anyway but it affected the experience Fries - $4 up charge for good handful of fries I didn't even finish... you're not missing anything. Drinks - I got the 007 Martini. I enjoyed the flavor, but it was way too strong for me and I love strong drinks. So if you want one strong drink to finish you off, I definitely recommend. *This place is fairly new so please be patient with them as they working out kinks* ***Observations/Recommendations: * Napkins - random, I know. But the napkins they use leave a huge film of residue all over the table, plates, food, drinks, and everything in sight. Please use linen napkins or something that doesn't leave napkin dust. * Flies - recommend either having fans or investing into some type of fly repellent. I get it, open door concept to the elements, and I actually enjoyed that part of the experience. However, half of our time there was used swatting flies away from our food, cups, and face. * No military discount Conclusion: I recommend giving this place a try. The menu has something for everyone, the bar seems really fun, great location, and it's a part of Norfolk's growing food scene. Hopefully ownership/management take these reviews as constructive criticism. This place has a lot of potential. read more
Great food and craft cocktails for our Wednesday late lunch. Mojito and Negroni hit the spot. My wife went with a poke bowl and I had the red curry bowl. Employees were attentive and friendly. The service was spot on. We sat at the bar, but there is outside dining by a small water fountain. HC assessable. read more
Great combination of al fresco dining, a perfectly curated menu, and a robust cocktail menu. I've come to Craft on Cooley several times and the experience has gotten better and better. The only things that don't quite hit the mark for me are the limited parking (though that can't be helped) and the menu pricing. As an example, the prices for the burgers on the menu don't come with fries or a side but are comparable to menus that do include a side. But as long as you intentionally come to Craft knowing these things, the restaurant itself is amazing. Reaaally good food (best thing I've had so far is their Thai red curry bowl), fun drinks, and a great place to socialize with friends! read more
11 months ago
Smh before I began I'm going give this place another chance just to be fair . The truffle fries were mid but delicious with ketchup lol actually ended up getting a salad which was ehh a lot of white pieces that should have been cut by the prep cook I needed extra dressing and felt like I was pulling teeth to get it , my server was very rushy then when the food came she disappeared completely but the thing that makes this review not so bad was the drink omg it was definitely seasonal but you should try it when it comes back . read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
Went here with the kiddos for their burgers. Everyone aaa very pleased with the food. The French fries were addictive. I was celebrating my birthday and ordered a margarita and it didn't disappoint. The ambience is very chilled and the establishment is so clean. We will definitely returned. read more
I past this establishment practically everyday and finally made time to go. It was well worth it. I ordered the Crab Rice Balls to start off with and they were the best thing ever. Freshly cooked, nice size proportion and the miso aioli topped it off quite well. Our server made great suggestions since it was our first time there on entrees and cocktails. I ordered the Mac Daddy Burger that contained fried Mac, Tillamook cheddar cheese and house sauce. The overall quality was well put together and wasn't sloppy at all, especially for a burger with many toppings. For a drink, I ordered the Red Dress, which included vodka, fresh strawberries and other goodies. The overall place is a nice ambiance for late dinner or place to grab a cocktail. Although it was a little chilly outside there is a fire place on the the patio along with heaters coming from the ceiling. I look forward to coming back and trying other menu options! read more
1 year ago
Came here for a friends bday. Food wasn't bad but any drinks more expensive than a PBR were filled like this. We ordered more than one just to see if it was a regular thing or not and it really was. Wouldn't leave a bad review if I wasn't' paying $8 a beer with it not being filled correctly. read more
Craft On Colley is a sleek and stylish New American style restaurant and bar that opened up on North Colley Avenue in May, taking over over the spot previously occupied by the Nouvelle Restaurant, and before that, Dorothy's BBQ Smokehouse. The owners have done an amazing job with the refurbishment of the restaurant space. There is an outdoor patio with a combination water fountain and fire pit that sparkles with a stunning view at night. The walls inside radiate with a warm and vibrant red tone. The interior provides a variety of different tables and a sunken seating area. The bar area is eye catching. I stopped by several months ago and asked one of the construction workers what type of restaurant was going in. His answer was "Burgers and Beer." It turned out to be much more with a very eclectic menu. Their food menu features the following categories: Appetizers, Salads, Smash Burgers, Bowls, Red Curry Bowls, Sushi Rolls, Tacos, and Sides. Their Burgers do not come with fries. If you want fries or their house made chips with your burger, they must be ordered separately with an upcharge of $4. Their Tacos come with your choice of corn or flour tortillas, which do not appear to be griddled in house. Based upon their descriptions, these are not Mexican style street tacos. A number of menu items come with Sriracha Aioli, which is Sriracha cut with mayonnaise, a mix that has never agreed with me. I like my Sriracha straight. Avocado Crema also comes with a number of their menu items, which is a mix of mashed avocado and sour cream according to one of my servers. Based upon four lunchtime visits, this new spot appears to be a popular hit with the local community. Their parking lot was completely filled up during my last visit. I have tried the following menu items to date: WONTON TACOS: Ahi Tuna, Wakame, Tobiko, Avocado Cream, and Eel Sauce. This one was ordered from the Appetizers section of their menu. It was recommended as a "must try" item from a member of a local Facebook page. As it turned out, he liked it more than I did. Four small wonton shaped tacos were attractively presented. The dry and crunchy texture of the wontons didn't harmonize well for me with the tuna and other ingredients. I didn't see or taste the tobiko. My Rating: 3 Stars. AHI TUNA BOWL: Rare Ahi Tuna, Baby Bok Choy, Radish, Pickled Carrots, Cilantro, Rice Noodles, and Thai Basil in a Red Curry Coconut Broth. This was an entry from the Red Curry Bowls section of their menu. The red curry coconut broth caught my attention. I love the red curry coconut broth served with one of the ramen dishes at a popular spot in Ghent. The broth here didn't quite deliver the depth of flavor as with that ramen dish, but it was close enough. The other ingredients socked me with a terrific combination of flavors. The rare ahi tuna was tender and juicy. The flavors of the other ingredients were well balanced and came through nicely for a zesty taste experience. My Rating: 5 Stars. BLACKENED CHICKEN BOWL: Blackened Chicken, Baby Bok Choy, Radish, Pickled Carrots, Green Onions, Rice Noodles, and Thai Basil in a Red Curry Coconut Broth. This was another entry from the Red Curry Bowls section of their menu.. The flavors and ingredients were not as well balanced as they were with the Ahi Tuna Bowl. An over abundance of the pickled carrots overwhelmed the other ingredients, and I was craving more of the Bok Choy and Thai Basil. My Rating: 3.5 Stars. TUNA POKE BOWL: Rare Ahi Tuna, Green Onion, Pineapple, Cucumber Ribbons, Avocado, Radish, Micro Cilantro, Wakame, Sriracha Aioli, Avocado Crema, Sesame, and Ginger Spiked Rice. This one was ordered from the Bowls section of their menu. I asked my server to bring me straight Sriracha instead. The flavors of the ingredients came through nicely, and the pineapple gave it a nice zesty zing. Their Poke Bowl didn't quite match up with a couple of my favorites elsewhere, but it was more than satisfactory. My Rating: 4.5 Stars. CRAFT MOCKJITO: Lemon Juice, Mint Syrup, Blackberries, and Fresh Mint Leaves. This was ordered from the Mocktail section of their extensive Cocktail menu. The ingredients in this drink matched my mood of the moment, and it hit the spot nicely. It was refreshing and flavorful. My Rating: 5 Stars. I might try their 007 Martini during a future visit, which comes with Reverend Gin, Tito's Vodka, and Lillet Blanc, but stirred instead of shaken as described. Poor James Bond. He wasn't taught properly. Service has been super friendly and attentive with each visit. Based upon the customer volume I have seen, they appear to have a foundation of a winning formula for success. I will definitely be back to enjoy their Ahi Tuna Bowl again. Their Bulgogi Steak Bowl, which I have yet to try, is also calling my name. When I crunched the food numbers, I came up with a soft but satisfactory 4-star rating, and I am hopeful they will further improve over time. read more
3 years ago
Swung by over Labor Day weekend since it was gorgeous out. The interior of the bar/restaurant was worth taking in, but we opted for the patio to take advantage of sub-ninety temps. Our drinks cocktails were delicious. The food was fantastic! I had the k-pop burger, my partner (in crime) had the tacos. Everything was well balanced and fresh and flavorful. The service was pretty slow. I didn't dock a star because the 2x waitstaff who were working the Saturday lunch were hustling, and honestly just one slow experience doesn't make a pattern. Overall, 8.5/10, we will be back! read more
I ordered a mix of fresh catch tacos and a shrimp taco. Unfortunately they didn't take off the jalapenos and Sriracha aioli (allergic to these ingredients) as requested but I picked them off. The fresh catch tacos were fine but very runny. For fresh catch tacos, I'm surprised they're not grilled as frying them sorta undercuts their freshness. The shrimp taco is really heavy on the cotija cheese and only a couple of shrimp pieces. Service is fast and friendly. read more
3 years ago
Will return again for sure. Better than I expected Local place good food fun atmosphere Try it! You'll love it! read more
This place looks like a shining gem; but it sadly wasn't. The concept, colors, decor are a vibe. However, I was quickly turned off by all the dust on the tables (from the napkins) and the flies. Food: The appetizer lollipop wings were pretty tasty, I would get again. The ranch comes in plastic container, which is fine - however, for the aesthetic and price I would have thought it would had come in a metal one. The Wanton tacos were good. Held together well and the ingredients were fresh. The waitress recommended the French connection, k-pop, and fire starter. I opted for the French connection with the Hereford beef. Flavor of burger was good - great combo. However, my burger was under cooked. I didn't finish it. I like my burgers medium. The inside was raw. Overall: I want to give this place another chance in a few months. I know it's new and they are still working out kinks as well as finding a good flow with staff. The ambiance and staff were friendly, the bar seemed fun, and I want to try a few more items on the menu. *I highly recommend the cooks wear gloves. I was able to see the line cook closest to the bar, prepare food, lick his finger, wipe it on a towel, and go back to preparing the food. Ew!* Changing the napkins would be super helpful, so much napkin dust was on the table, in the drinks, on phone. read more
2 years ago
Had the Caprese salad at Craft on Colley - simple, fresh, and so good I had to grab a to-go order. The vibe is super chill, and the food is perfect for a quick bite. If you're looking for a spot with great food and drinks, Craft on Colley has you covered. read more
3 years ago
Came here for dinner on a Monday night. Saw that they've been open for just a week and it wasn't crowded. They don't have a happy hour yet, so we just ordered dinner. I had the Mac Daddy burger which was excellent! I love that they fry the Mac and cheese so it holds together better and gives it a great flavor. They did mess up my order but brought me an extra burger to make it right. Great experience all around! Outdoor patio was great too! read more
We came for dinner during the week and were seated immediately. They have a lot of interesting items on the menu that you can't find elsewhere. Our crab fries had a Thai curry kind of sauce on it. It had a kick to it and went quite well with fries. I wish there was a bit more crab meat on it though. My Baja tacos were very good. The batter was light and the fish was meaty. The service was very friendly and prompt. I also enjoyed sitting outside. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. read more
I heard from word of mouth that this place had just opened so decided to check it out! As it was pretty new and popular, I waited about 20 mins for a solo bar seat. Once I secured that, service was very prompt, helpful with any questions, and friendly. There was a cool vibe inside; you could either come casual or a little more dressy and still fit in. Indoor and outdoor seating was available. Large selection of drinks (expected from the name of the establishment) and I settled on Midnight chocolate martini and a craft beer. I didn't like that they serve beers in the can and don't automatically offer a glass (saw several people with cans/bottles) but easily remedied once asked. All of the food going out looked delicious--I ended up just getting the Craft burger with fries and it was pretty tasty; one of the better burgers I've had in the area. I also saw a few vegetarian options on the menu as well. Overall, enjoyed the experience and would like to come back to try more of their offerings. read more
Sorry to say I do not recommend for dinner with a group! Where do I begin! A friend ordered a salad right away, and another ordered spring rolls, both took quite a bit of time to come out, the lady with the spring rolls asked for some side plates. The one with a salad needed some salad dressing. It did not have the salad dressing on the side as she had ordered a good 20 minutes goes by still no plates still no salad dressing as my friend is waiting for the salad dressing she finds two hairs in her salad, so there goes that. It took a while before the waitress came back so that she can let her know what was going on. The waitress asked if she wanted another salad she said no she ended up ordering some tuna steak. We finally get to order meals one of the guest ordered. Crabby fries should've been crabby, soupy fries, cause it look like a bowl of soup with some soggy fries on the top did not look edible at all. Three of us order the Smashburger with House cut fries which is a lie. They're not house fries they're frozen fries big difference. I wish people wouldn't lie on their menu about what things are really annoying. I even asked the waitress three times. are they fresh cut fries? She swore up-and-down that they were, the other woman ordered some sort of bowl can't recall what bowl. The food comes out or shall I say some of it one of my friends ordered a Smashburger for herself and one to go. Her food comes out even her to go order before the rest of our food comes out. All of the burgers are cold, and no fries show up to the table, my burger wasn't even made it the way I had asked it to be made but at this point in time I'm over it because everything that could possibly go wrong has gone wrong. So we asked the waitress when she finally makes it back. where is the fries? She said they're coming by the time the fries come out the burgers are already done. They bring one bowl of fries and inform us that has two orders in it. I'm not sharing an order of fries with anybody and she's not even sitting next to me. I don't know in what world does a Restaurant ever assume that two people are eating together and bring out both of our fries and one bowl I told the woman absolutely not to go get me my own bowl of fries she proceeded to come back with a side plate and tells me I can take some out of that bowl I refused and I said I want my own fries little did I know that they were going to be frozen fries because I would've told her to keep them. I asked if we can speak to the manager because everything had clearly gone wrong at this table. Never did the manager ever come over to see us this is the second time I've been to this place, and I have asked to speak to the manager and the manager not come outclearly this place is not care about customer service. Sorry craft on Colley you missed the boat and I will not be back.!! Maybe one day the manager will learn to come out and speak to his guests. I don't feel this place deserves one star, but I have to give something in order to complete my review so one star it is but really, you deserve no stars. By the way, we were so disgusted by everything. I even forgot to take pictures of the Smashburger or any of the food, but I did manage to get a picture of the frozen fries. read more
The food was the best thing about this place. We tried the spring rolls which were good and then I had the salmon bowl which was really good! Definitely a large variety of food options. I didn't really enjoy the cocktail I got but because I didn't enjoy it the server got me a new one which was really nice. Lastly they were not very accommodating to replacements or edits to the entrees so that was ok. It wasn't a 10/10 experience but it also wasn't awful so I'd recommend to at least go and try some of the cool menu items! read more
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