First impressions very art forward for anyone who interested of a special night out with nice glass sculptures pieces to dine in. This was very special and unique my husband surprise me with this place for a date night and service was nice and pleasant. We did get there closer to there close time of the kitchen time but first walking in to start our date night we were please to have a handcrafted note to start the date night and have sweet note to take home to remember the night and celebrate us. Our service was very nice and very helpful of helping us decide to share an appetizer and an entrée, and both delivered in equally proportion. We start with truffle &cheese croquettes very rich and sauce that was perfect to pair well with richest and we also got the seafood pappardelle had both a nice kick to it with the various of seafood and vegetables mixed in to complement every bite and the portions for both dishes were good for if you wanna share or solo. And the I love how the service was engaging and making sure we enjoyed the night for what is it and that's always key to going to a new spot you want to continue to come back for more and more new things. She did mention more about what they have to offer in the evening time a chef table experience where they have the chef give a course menu and guide you through each dish and learn the ends and out and we definitely will try that out for the next visit. The vibe in the evening is nice and quiet and very relaxed atmosphere with nice glass art to view throughout the night and the cocktails were nice and smooth with them handcrafted everything and making it sure it's made to perfection. This is definitely going on my top hot stop for 2025 and this I would consider a hidden gem and I been to spot that are in hotel and this is like no other and if you want to experience dinner in a elevate way this the place to go to and have night to remember this place have lots to offer including parties that include dinner parties in the art gallery itself. read more

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I can't say enough about Glass Light. When I walk in the door it feels like I'm in a big city; New York City or Chicago or San Francisco! It's teeming with eye candy (the art! lol) yet is cozy, inviting, and mysterious. The menu is full of tantalizing and unique options. And the service is top tier! If you want a a swanky experience, you've found it! read more

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What a beautiful Marriott hotel restaurant,but it was the food and service that managed to outshine it! We were so well taken care of by the staff, who were so friendly and very informative. The food was absolutely amazing. Our favorite dishes were tuna tartare,smoked duck, and popcorn shrimp. For entrées, the New Zealand lamb and scallops were absolutely outstanding. We will definitely be coming back read more

I have received so much positive feedback from close friends about this establishment... so I had to try it for myself! I was able to make dinner reservations fairly quickly via Open Table. Street parking can be a bit challenging but there are many Public Parking garages within walking distance. 6:45 pm on a Wednesday will give you a feeling of having the restaurant open just for you and your special occasion. As the night progresses they seem to have a healthy flow of guests. I was celebrating my birthday this evening! The host greeted up and sat us promptly... Our server was Monet. She was very friendly, gave great menu suggestions which made our experience more pleasant. The menu was limited but we managed to get a decent meal. We ordered the Seafood Pasta and Pork Chop. I enjoyed the pasta very much. The pork chop was juicy but nothing to write home about. For dessert ordered the Flourless Chocolate Cake which was lovely. We ordered Chardonnay by the glass. Overall my experience was decent and the service by Monet was probably the best part of our experience. I am undecided if I will be rushing to go back but not a bad experience. I do want to book a night stay to experience this Boutique Hotel and perhaps when I do I will try another dining experience. read more

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Well I finally made my way to this beautiful exhibit , hotel and restaurant . I had a slow morning and decided to stop for breakfast . My omelette was cooked perfectly , my mimosas were great. They also allow you to walk through the exhibit with your drink , this was niccceee. The service was great , two staff members helped me . The front desk lady was super friendly and so was my waitress. Service was quick. I am excited to try dinner next . They also book events and dinners here. I actually was looking into booking a birthday dinner in the gallery for 10 and it was totally doable. Just beautiful !!!! read more

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You know the drinks are good when the guests know the bartender by their first name. Ask for Amanda, she's happy to deliver hand crafted cocktails. read more

Glass Light - Famous Cottontail drink - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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So it's mid afternoon when we stop by. We see through the window there are workers in the kitchen, a greeter, but almost no one sitting down. So, we ask the greeter when they open, and the reply is "we're closed for the afternoon, but you can kind of get some small items at the bar". Perfect. A drink and perhaps a small bite. Attractive place. We're in. Except, we're not. Staff walks by, nothing. Cooks look through, see us, nothing. People drinking at the bar are looking around. Nothing. Greeter looks over, at us, nothing. We wait 5 minutes, nothing. More staff walking around, coming out of some meeting, high five eachother. 10 minutes, nothing. We bailed. Be open, be closed, just be clear on what the status of things is. read more

We enjoyed a date night at Glass Light in the Marriott, downtown Norfolk. We recommend parking at the attached Boush Street Garage for an easy walking path to the restaurant, or the hotel does offer valet. Our meals were the seafood pappardelle, with a rich, buttery sauce that perfectly complemented the mussels, clams, and shrimp. We also ordered the Berkshire pork chop, cooked to a tender and juicy medium. We sat further in the back near the kitchen, and that added a special touch. We got to see the different culinary creations as they came out. Every server was helpful and we didn't have to wait long for anything. Highly recommend! read more

Glass Light - Seafood pappardelle - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Food was the absolute best we have had. Amazing chefs..... I can't say enough positive about this restaurant! Thank you!!! Ambience.... service .... and food are all perfection! read more

After the Spring Wine Festival, my friends and I decided to stop by for dinner and check out some art. This place did not disappoint! The service was outstanding, the food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were to die for. I highly recommend this spot--especially for a date night! read more

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So I realize this rating is will be at odds with others posted on OpenTable but this was a very disappointing Christmas Eve dinner. We love the property--hotel, bar and gallery. And each time we stopped for a cocktail at the bar, we told ourselves we really need to try the restaurant. Plus almost all the reviews were positive. Perhaps we should not have made a reservation on a special night like Christmas Eve. After moving here from (cuisine-centric) New Orleans in 2021 we've had 3 terrible dinners on Christmas Eve (Leone's, Byrd and Baldwin and now at Glass Lligh)t. This is, after all, a hotel restaurant but I have to admit we had higher hopes for the evening. We were early for our reservation and were seated right away. Our server was collegial and promptly took our cocktail orders. She returned 3 times asking if we were ready for our meal order. Maybe she knew something we didn't know. We had the cocktail, ordered a bottle of wine and finally ordered. It was a special menu and we had a good view of the kitchen. I'm no kitchen manager but it looked a little dysfunctional at times. Nearly 50 minutes later our appetizers came. That's nearly an hour. The soup was flavorful. And cold. When the server asked how things were, I was honest with her. (They took the soup off the bill although I didn't ask the to do so.) The entrees arrived nearly 45 minutes later. They were okay. And although visually appealing they were forgettable. The chicken lacked flavor and the prime rib, although tender, was a meager cut. For the price the dishes should have been spectacular. It seems the dinner had gone from bad to worse. Although we had originally order deserts we cancelled them because we didn't want to wait again for food. We had long ago finished our wine. The restaurant wasn't packed the entire duration of our visit. It isn't very large and it seems that a well managed kitchen could have plated the appetizers and entrees more efficiently. And it wasn't just our table, it appeared the everyone else was waiting for food as well. I could tell the server was embarrassed about the delays in service as she stayed completely away during the last hour. (It did not affect her tip, however.) I wasn't sure who the front-of-the-house manager was, perhaps a young well dressed African American male who seemed to wander the floor. I never once saw him stop at a table to check on diners. Not once. It seemed he was a little distracted by his mobile phone to be bothered. Maybe they had a bad night. Regrettably, so did we. And we had to pay for it. read more

Glass Light - Christmas Eve Menu - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The first time we went here, it was a wonderful dining experience, with perfectly prepared culinary creations. We went again, but by the second time, we'd already explored more of Norfolk and realized that it was a bit pricey compared to some other wonderful dining establishments in the area. DON'T BE FOOLED BY THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE RESTAURANT AND THE HOTEL. The glass museum is a fun and common feature, but the HOTEL IS TERRIBLE! Do NOT STAY THERE. read more

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I wish I had taken more (and better ) pictures of the food, but everything was so delicious that I dove right in without thinking. We did the "chef's tasting," so they seated us at this countertop that overlooks the kitchen. It was really cool to get to see the chefs at work, plus the head sous chef, the executive chef, and the pastry chef each told us things about each dish as it was placed in front of us, which was also really nice! I felt like a VIP with the service we received, and the head sous chef even sent out extra rice crisps for us for our tuna tartare, which was really nice of him. He suggested we take a walk around the gallery between two of the courses, and we decided to go between the third and fourth course to try to make some room in our stomachs for the fourth and fifth courses. Everything was much more filling than I'd anticipated. The gallery is free, and it has a lot of really cool pieces, many of which look completely different when viewed from different perspectives, which is neat. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable about each of the wines that came with the wine pairing add-on option, and she kept our water glasses filled and replaced our silverware for each new course, which was an unexpected and fancy feeling touch. She also reassured us that it was absolutely acceptable for us to take some leftovers home, and she packaged them up really nicely for us, too. I think my favorite dish was the duck confit, even though I couldn't finish it because I was so full. The duck was SO flavorful, and the crispy potato rösti cubes were a great textural contrast on the plate next to the melt-in-your-mouth red cabbage and squash rounds. The cipollini onion slices were also a unique and delicious addition. We had an epic night and an absolutely delicious dinner. It was such a special experience that I'd gladly do again! read more

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We tried the Chef's Counter tasting experience for a special occasion, and it was a fantastic time! You have to call ahead to reserve, but it's well worth the effort. First off, the food was on another level. We were blown away by the presentation and detail put into each of the 5 courses. The chefs combine a lot of interesting flavors together to create some very unique dishes. The standout for me was the seared scallop, which combined apple, pickled carrots, and cumin. We also enjoyed getting to chat with the chef as he came around on each dish and explained his influences behind them. Overall a great experience! read more

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My family visited Glass Light during our stay in VA beach area and had a great time! The service was relaxed but we weren't in a rush and the staff was attentive enough. We shared a series of appetizers and I enjoyed the croquettes and the asparagus the most. For the entree, I shared the duck and the seafood pasta. They were both great, but I liked the seafood pasta better. The sauce was so flavorful and the seafood was all cooked well. read more

This place keeps its vibe! Friday night cocktails were amazing and the bartenders made our just over 21 guests feel welcome at a craft cocktail Very approachable and the drinks amazing too read more

Glass Light - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This was my first visit but definitely not my last. From the servers, chefs and ambience this was an amazing experience. The beverages, and dishes were top tier and served with expert timing. My friends and I truly enjoyed being able to meet and watch the chefs as they prepared the dishes. We will definitely be returning! read more

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Takes their food seriously! They have thoughtful and artistic dishes and a ferociously original cocktail menu. Great service. Recommended, and do make a reservation. read more

A pleasant experience before a show. We stopped in for a dinner before heading to Wells Theater. The staff, on all fronts, was very welcoming and knowledgeable, and when they didn't have the answer, they went and got the answer quickly. The food was delicious. We ordered a single small plate and a main dish for each of us. In retrospect, we would've ordered an additional small plate. It is an experience, being amongst all the beautiful art. Would definitely recommend for a date night. read more

Glass Light - The Last Word. One of the few local bars to have Chartreuse. - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Food 10/10 flavor! The service amazing!!! Our server was very knowledgeable about celiac disease and the dietary restrictions. She was also very knowledgeable about all of the vegan options for my friend and all of the adult beverages! We had such a great time. Will definitely be going back! The ambience was spot on as well. read more

Glass Light - Scallop dish was divine! - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Well well well, Norfolk has stepped it up a notch! A very enjoyable culinary experience! Some of the best octopus I've had to date, paired w delicious diced fingering potatoes. We all buy licked the plate clean. The burrata prosciutto classically paired with fig jam was delicious. I very much enjoyed my rock fish and my companion loved his pork chop. The rabbit glass art was a nice touch :) read more

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My friends and I had a great night here!. It's our first time but we got the best knowledgeable server name Saleema. She explained the menu thoroughly and have great recommendations! Food was great and really nicely presented so I got the Beef Carpocio and the crispy octopus, which is so tasty. My friends got the salad, burrata and fig, salad and butternut squash soup for small plates and pork chops and burger for main course. (I felt like food were overpriced but other than that everything were fantastic!. Our server also recommended to explore the gallery and remind us to take the elevator to second floor! Lol because there's more to see. It's was cool gallery and aticrafts that made with glass!. Oh it's in the middle of the Norfolk which is the parking could be hard but thankfully they over valet parking!. Over all the this place is fantastic and we're goona come back here. read more

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We were greeted immediately and sat at a table that had a happy birthday sign for our friend. They really made sure that we were cared for and the waitress was amazing. She was super knowledgeable. Tthe location itself, if you have a chance to look at the artwork, it's absolutely beautiful. We were on a time crunch because we were going to a play afterwards, they were very accommodating, ensuring that all of our food came out quickly and all at once. We actually ordered a bunch of different things and treated it like tapas, all sharing family style. The restaurant was very accommodating, providing extra plates so we could all share easily. Everything was delicious. I would rate the burger very highly but I think each person had a different favorite. My least favorite was the calamari, but the flavors were so delicious. I actually can't wait to go back to try a different set of items on the menu. read more

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3 stars because the food is so salty like everything I ate in this part of Virgina. Our server was very attentive and friendly but honestly the food is not that good. I had some Gulf fish, which was delicate and cooked well but it was served with pork belly. I love crispy pork belly but it does not go well with the light texture of the fish. And again, adding salt where we don't need more salt. The cocktail was good but not memorable. The atmosphere is modern and cool. That's mostly what drew me inside. read more

Glass Light - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Food, service and ambiance 100%. Cocktails are a mixologist's dream come true. Octopus app was delicious. Finished with the burger with Camembert cheese. The blown glass art is a must see. Highly recommend. read more

Glass Light - Pink Bunny - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Made reservation for a date night here...love the location inside a cute little boutique hotel and glass art gallery. Also love the complementary valet parking! Lovely decor and delicious, but pricey cocktails. The service was very friendly, but the food came out very slow, although it was quite spectacular. They also messed up on reservations, so tried to get us to move to a "chefs table" , and brought us someone else's appetizer...which was delicious and ended up being free of course. read more

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Glass Light restaurant was an amazing experience. Atmosphere was stunning. Service was A1. Food and drinks were great, overall I will definitely go back. Had the opportunity to meet the Chef and Sous Chef they were equally awesome as the cuisine that they prepared. Thank you for a great dinner experience. read more

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Very mediocre meal and super slow service last night. Even our cocktail was meh. I've had better here before. I'm hoping this was a pre holiday glitch. read more

This was absolutely the best dining experience, from beginning to end!! Our service was excellent - she answered our questions, and was very attentive. The food was delicious!! First, we had the crispy octopus...it was very tasty and light. It was accompanied by chorizo and fingerling potatoes. The seared scallops were pure perfection!! They were accompanied by mushrooms and kabocha squash. The squash reminded me of a mix between acorn and butternut. It wasn't the most flavorful, but the scallops and mushrooms mixed with it were great. They have a tables mixed with booths. It's a great place to celebrate an occasion or date night. I can't wait to go back!! read more

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We just stopped in for a drink but all the food going by was amazing. The cocktails are on the pricey side but worth it for the cool concepts and super tasty. The inside is open and airy and they have a small bar with a few seats. An elevated fine dining experience in downtown Norfolk. read more

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Restaurant Week in Norfolk! However, I gotta say it was very slow service. I don't know if the restaurant was understaffed or they weren't prepared to do restaurant week menu because it was the first day, but my boyfriend and I were there for 2 hours and 45 minutes. The table next to us showed up an hour later and was able to leave before us. Cocktails were amazingly good. I highly recommend either the Vesta and Flower Boy if you like fruity gin drinks. Appetizers: The Beef Tartare and the Butternut Squash Veloute were pretty good. I liked the Butternut Squash Veloute more because it was more hearty and warm. The beef in the tartare was a bit chewy because of the fat. Main Course: Braised Short Rib and Pan Roasted Salmon were both pretty delicious. I personally liked the Salmon more because the glaze on the short ribs was pretty salty. The grits were kind of like risotto and went really well with the ribs. Dessert: Gateau Basque. The pasty itself was very fluffy and it tasted like a pastry version of a Creme Brulee. The plum sorbet was not my favorite because it tasted like prunes, and I'm not the biggest fan of prunes. I personally didn't think it went along with the pastry. Overall, I have to emphasize again it was very slow service here. Everyone was very nice, and the sparkling water was free. I just wish for future customers, the service would be faster. I understand, however, that 3 course menu does take a longer time, but almost 3 hours is a bit too long. The closest parking is a parking garage right next to the hotel, and it's not too bad of a walk. read more

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This dinner was absolutely fabulous. The waitress was kind. The ambiance is chic with art decor. The food was cooked to perfection. My steak was my favorite part due to it being cooked well and the sauce being extremely flavorful. I look forward to attending this restaurant again in the near future. read more

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Tonight we went out for my sister's birthday and our first visit. The restaurant was inviting. We had a wide variety of small plates which were delicious and highly recommend the croquettes. My wife tried the duck for the first time ever and she loved it. This is a status point going forward for her. I had the ribeye and it was outstanding. The service from Ren was amazing she even knew her wines and paired an absolute perfect wine for my with her meal. We had awesome desserts and everything was fantastic. We will be going there again. read more

The first time I ate here, I took myself on a solo date. It was pleasant, the wine selection was fantastic the duck was flavorful, and the dessert was beautiful! So when my roommate and fellow Yelp Elite, Erica V. needed a recommendation for a nice to dinner to celebrate her birthday, this was one of the places that first came to mind. We had an intimate dinner with a reservation for a group of 4 gals. The table was already ready upon arrival. It was beautiful! The table was made of white marble and placed right in front of 2 illuminated pieces of art. It was perfect for birthday girl's seated photos. Speaking of photos, the glass gallery was open for us to roam through with our drinks. It was bright, vibrant, absolutely exquisite. All of us were dressed up and we loved how we could take pictures before we were bloated and full of food lol. Art gallery, restaurant, and hotel? All conveniently located in one place? I knew we picked the right place! The selection of food was carefully curated. The menu isn't large and rotates items seasonally. I got the Squash soup to start (forgot what it was called), one friend got the oysters, and another got the burrata. The burrata and fig came with grilled bread that was a pleasure to dip in my soup! The entrees were stellar. The duck was devoured, along with with the burger (it was actually recommended by our server!), and I loved all the flavor and textures that came together with the chicken. We were stuffed! But we had to make room for dessert. The menu looked too good to pass up! My friend and I got the pumpkin entreme (we honestly should've shared lol. We underestimated how full we actually were), another got the rum cake with ginger ice cream, and birthday girl got a candle on her chocolate cake. I loved how the glass light logo was on the chocolate cake! Cute touch! We were so happy lol Service was great and we could tell the floor manager was on top of keeping that kitchen productive and efficient. He was close by and we could tell from afar that all the orders were supervised with the utmost attention to detail. It is pricey, but totally worth it. Save this place for a special occasion, or just an excuse to treat yourself. You won't regret it read more

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Amazing food and the gallery is just stunning. I will make this my go to in Norfolk. I loved the unique and delicious food options

Great food in restaurant, service at front door -customer service was fantastic. The ambiance was amazing. We were here for a wedding and room and shower was great- I wish I could stay longer. read more

Glass Light - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Honestly what has not gone well the food is amazing such that when you to to other places that are known to be good (Catch 31) they seem to be lacking. Love the presentation the flavors wow!!! Def must try for any foodie or anyone who like good food that tastes great - so pretty much everyone needs to try the food here. read more

I have many comments. 1. Amanda the "bartender"......absolutely stellar knowledge of the menu. 2. Ambiance: sophisticated and friendly. 3. Wine: excellent selection especially with the dinner menu. The review: 1. Sunchokes: spectacular. Complex flavors and textures that just please the palate! 2. Beef carpaccio.....life is so good!! 3. Delmonico. Perfect. I have nothing bad to say about this place. Food, ambience, pricing......all excellent! read more

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Atmosphere and service were great. Our mains and dessert were delicious. Our only complaint was the ceviche appetizer was very small (about the size of one scallop) - it was good though. We will definitely be back. read more

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We went to Glasslight to celebrate our anniversary. We parked in a nearby garage although I think you can valet. It's a very nice restaurant with bright yet ambient lighting and friendly staff throughout. I also loved the artwork and sculptures. Great conversation pieces (if you need it lol). Alicia was a great server! She was very knowledgeable about the menu and had several recommendations. For cocktails, I had the 'Overdue' which was tequila based, and my husband had 'By Popular Demand' which was a version of an Old Fashioned. Both were great choices. There is also a very extensive wine menu that we perused. For appetizers, we chose the beef carpaccio, which several other Yelpers raved about. It was very tasty and paired well with fresh, warm, and soft sourdough bread. We also had crispy octopus which was so good! One of the best octopus dishes I've eaten. It was flavorful, not too spicy, and yes, crispy and tender. For entrees, we had the halibut and ribeye. Both were very good and filling. The sides paired well too. The butter sauce on the ribeye was savory. Our favorite was the dessert! The Chocolate Royale was the best mousse dish I've ever had! The mousse was perfectly subtle and not overwhelmingly rich that I only wanted one bite. We shared it and it paired perfect with coffee. 4 STARS! The service, cocktails and apps were definitely a 5! The entrees were a solid 4 stars. I would love to come back soon and try different options. read more

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