We found ourselves in downtown Norfolk and opted for dinner at Gershwin's on Granby Street…read more Gershwin's continues to deliver a polished dining experience, pairing New Orleans-inspired cuisine with attentive, professional service. It's the kind of establishment that understands both execution and consistency--two qualities that are increasingly rare and always appreciated. The shrimp and grits remains a signature highlight. The Creole sauce offers a restrained heat, balanced by a layered depth of flavor that speaks to careful preparation rather than excess. The shrimp are properly cooked, retaining a delicate snap, while the stone-ground grits provide a well-seasoned, creamy foundation. Each component is thoughtfully prepared, and together they form a cohesive dish that feels both composed and satisfying--an authentic nod to Cajun tradition without unnecessary embellishment. Gershwin's stands as a reliable fixture in the downtown dining scene. For those seeking a refined take on Southern and New Orleans classics, it is well worth the visit--and a strong example of the quality found within Norfolk's local restaurant community.

It would be zero stars if possible. And I can honestly say that I've eaten in restaurants across…read morethe world and the US, at many different price points and this was hands down the worst culinary experience of my life. If this restaurant was in an area that was even moderately competitive they would have been put out of business. The bar seems adequate but it was almost like they stopped serving food and forgot to tell anyone. I swear I'm not making this up, this actually happened: 1) it took over 2.5 hours for the entrees to come out. One came out so early that by the time the second set came out they were already done. 2) The only appetizer that was ordered that actually came out, arrived after the entree was done. 3) One person's order had to be changed 5x because the waiter kept coming back to say they're out. When his pork chop finally arrived, it was undercooked and not eatable. 4) Nothing was offered in any way as a comp, nor any real apology If you go, be wary. There is no way they were this thoroughly incompetent in every single aspect of the food services industry without practice.

We chose this funky restaurant in the Vibe Creative District because there were supposed to be two…read morefree EV chargers for customers. The Tesla charger had been removed. The remaining charger did not work at all. Fortunately, charging was not critical; we had alternatives that we could drive to after dinner. Fortunately, too, the food at Croc's was delicious. My Rum Runner drink was fantastic. Unlike rum drinks I had elsewhere in Virginia Beach, I could taste the run in this drink. My Mediterranean Pasta meal (Spinach, grape tomatoes, artichoke, capers, bell peppers, onions, garlic, white wine, marinara, parmesan. My choice of pasta: cavatappi) was delicious. My wife was more than satisfied with her Pan Seared Shrimp and Scallops. We had no room for dessert because we had enjoyed the Baba Ghanouj as an appetizer. Dinner prices were quite reasonable. If we return to Virginia Beach, we'd eat here again, regardless if the EV chargers are working or not.

Went to Croc's for a Drag Brunch last month. Parking is very limited so get there early. The…read moreclosest public parking is basically either on the street or at the Convention Center. We had a party of about 15 and we got sat in the middle of the venue at a long table, great seating for the show. The wait staff was very limited and it took nearly mid way into the show to get our drink orders in, then another 20 minutes to get our food orders in. I ordered the french toast and it was horrible. It was basically burnt. The flavor wasn't there anymore and the texture was overly crunchy.

I had dinner here last night. I was very disappointed. The filet was cooked perfectly to a medium…read morerare. The peppercorn sauce was very undercooked and overpower the filet. It made it have a different taste and not in a good way. I mentioned this to the bartender, and he made excuses for the chef. I guess he did not care about my opinion that is why I am writing this review. Perhaps the public cares! I have been here many times before and decided to write a review since I frequently dine here.

Went here for Valentine's Day dinner. Had a reservation already, so no wait to be seated. All of…read morethe tables were full inside, but the ambiance didn't feel crowded at all. There was a specialty valentines theme menu that they had. Even with it being busy this night, our waiter was communicative and attentive throughout the whole night. We were informed early on that the kitchen was a bit busy/getting backed up, so we appreciated the transparency. To drink: I tried the Sangria (8/10) I enjoyed the flavors; was a simple sangria. And the featured cocktail, Cupids Arrow (10/10) this drink should be on the menu permanently because I'd def dine here again just for this drink. It had a good balance of being fruity, fizzy, and decently strong for a light buzz. To eat: we started with appetizers, the Fried Green Tomatoes (9/10) I typically don't like tomatoes, but the batter alone on these had me wanting to order more! They were tasty. The Kale Caesar (8/10) felt like a little more dressing was needed, but it still tasted good. I ordered the Filet Au Poivre (7/10) I requested for my Beef to be medium; however, some bites were medium and some were much more medium rare... a couple burnt ends on some of the asparagus. I enjoyed the seasoning on the meat tho as well as the softness of the potatoes and the creamy pepper sauce. I got to taste a bit of the Santa Fe Chicken Penne and it was very tasty; I was lowkey wishing I had order that myself instead. For dessert, we tried a slice of the Raspberry & Passion Fruit Mousse Cake (8/10) it was very fruity and sweet, def a "refreshing" sweet treat. Though the flavors were bold and complimented each other decently well, this was not something I'd see myself ordering again honestly. I was decently pleased overall with everything I had for the night. I can see myself returning to try some other menu items. My overall rate of experience : 8.5/10

First thing I have to say... This is not Gordon Ramseys Restaurant, so please don't get excited to…read morego and be mad when it's not him. I will say? Cheaper prices for SURE lol. I go to HK too many times. The place is everything you can ask for in a bar. Cheap drinks, great food, happy hour damn near all day and the staff are always nice. They are always playing good music, going thru their slideshow on the tv with everyone up there (except me for some reason), or they got the game on and everyone is feening for a spot at the bar. When I work in downtown they are always a viable option for food and when I'm out on the weekends they are the place to go for a nice drink and maybe a pre snack before the main event of the night or the food that's gonna get me through until I get home from a great night. Also! They have daily deals! Monday they have Pizza and Wine half off, Tuesday they have margs for cheap and some tacos and quesadillas on sale, Wednesday is Steak Dinner Date night (2 for $22 bucks you can't beat that anywhere), and Thursday is the day you'll see me for burger night with $2 PBRs. Haven't been to HK yet? Then you're missing out. If you have been and didn't like it? You gotta try again something must've been wrong with you that day. If you're like me and go all the time? Then come say hi next time and shoot if you're cool I'll even say hi back! haha!

We visited on The 4th of July so they were pretty busy. There aren't a ton of tables so we did have…read moreto wait a while. I didn't mind. I ordered a drink from the bar while I waited. The bartender was kind and the drink was 10/10. My friends enjoyed their drinks too. I ordered the wings when we got seated and they came out fairly quickly. Good choice by me. Would def come back

This is the second Bay Local location i've been to. Compared to the one of Shore Drive, it's…read morebigger, has more of an upbeat atmosphere, but still friendly and welcoming service. Our server helped us with food and drink suggestions, and overall had a pleasant time with good food.

This Bay Local Eatery is located along General Booth Blvd. in the Dam Neck Crossing Shopping…read moreCenter. They are located where a Pizza Hut used to be located. My visit here was on July 4, 2026. The outside of the place isn't hard to find or see. When you look at it from the outside, it looks more like a tropical type of theme. Parking did seem pretty limited as they were busy when my mom and I got here. Based on that, parking can be severely limited during peak times. Once we came inside, it definitely looked like a tropical theme, which was easy to see throughout the place. Another big thing I noticed as soon as we came in (and remained the case the entire time) that it was excessively loud. It was hard to hear each other, and even our server. I never got over to the outdoor seating area as it was pretty busy. We were greeted by a hostess at the counter and we were immediately seated. With it being busy as it was, our server came over to the table and said she would be back shortly, though it was a bit longer than expected. Someone else came by to ask if we wanted water while waiting for her to come back and we both did that. Once she was able to come to the table, we weren't quite ready to order yet, but I did get the Bay Bloody Mary. The Bay Bloody Mary was good and did have a kick to it, as expected, though more than I thought. It was still good though. After a few more minutes, we were ready to order. I decided to go for The Lesner With a Waffle as the main course item, scrambled eggs, and bacon with Cheese Grits and a Fried Biscuit as the side items. My mom ordered the Jamaican Dark Rum French Toast entree with bacon and a fruit skewer. Given how busy it was, I was surprised that food came out about ten minutes later after ordering. The food looked really good and hot when it came out. I don't normally do a waffle, but that waffle was really good. I only put butter on it as I didn't want to add even more sugar to the meal already. The bacon was nice and crispy as requested. I wasn't sure how the Cheese Grits would be, but they were surprisingly good. The last item I had was the Fried Biscuit. Wow that one was a highlight for sure, though I won't do that one too often. My mom said the entree she had was good too and there were no issues. Overall, this was a good visit. I would give it 3.5 stars but rounding to 4 in this case due to the great food. The biggest negatives were the noise levels, as it was hard to talk to anyone there, and they automatically add an 18% tip for all transactions, regardless of party size. Given the circumstances, the service was good too. I will come back in the future, but maybe not on a weekend or around a holiday where it gets busier than normal. This place is worth checking out if you are in the area and looking for something to choose from to eat at.

Haven't been here in a few years. But this place still has great customer service, good food, and…read moregood drinks. Our server Haley was fantastic. She needs a raise. Attentive, polite, she made eating here that much better. The place was pretty empty on a Wednesday afternoon @3pm. They have a wine service that if I wasn't an out of towner would definitely sign up for. The Old Fashioneds here are first class delicious. The sweet Thai chili salmon was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The BBQ pork flatbread was not greasy and full of flavor. Not a very big place, they do have outside seating that's covered though. This is a hidden gem in VA Beach that I hope stays that way.

Another delicious visit! We were also able to open our Red Envelope which is why we came back…read moretoday! Haley our waitress was phenomena, friendly & attentive! Highly recommend this restaurant for a fancy date or just a grabbing a quick casual bite.

Don't forget that on Wednesday's it is Wine Wednyand it is half off of bottles of wine! If you…read morecan't drink it all (tsk, tsk), they will bag it for you to take home. On this occasion we sat at the bar and enjoyed a lovely dinner. I had the white chicken chili and my husband enjoyed the always tasty Igloo burger. Our white wine, the Zenato, was delicious and accurately described as "crushable" on the menu. It was a porch pounder for sure. Our bartender was lovely, attentive and friendly. The hostess who greeted us was welcoming. A lovely Wednesday night in a great setting.

Food is good but the star is the bread pudding. The bread pudding will ruin you for all future…read morebread pudding to come. They have rotating favors every week. In terms of entrees my favorite is the pulled duck BBQ. Their menu is rotating but this is one of the dishes that stays Drinks were always good and refreshing Service was good. Never had bad service there.

My partner and I were celebrating our anniversary after he had returned from deployment. They made…read morethis the best choice for having a memorable, romantic, and delicious experience. Our server was amazing. There was a small delay in getting our first round of drinks to the table, and he took it off our bill without us having to say a word. It was very generous. We were on the patio which is covered but airy, and perfectly spaced so you don't feel crammed with other guests! We ordered the Charcuterie, crispy octopus, and the Four Eleven Salad. For main entree I got the Filet, and my partner had the Pork. Everything was cooked to perfection and delicately layered with flavor! It will NOT disappoint. Be aware of smaller portion sizes. They offered complimentary bites throughout, including delicious cheddar biscuits, and an Anniversary cake.

Located near Ghent and downtown Norfolk, this restaurant was a really pleasant find. The parking…read morelot is small, but we had no trouble finding street parking nearby. It was a little chilly tonight, but I imagine the outdoor seating would be perfect on a warmer evening. We didn't have a reservation, but luckily we were seated within seconds. The space itself is on the smaller side, but it's thoughtfully designed and perfect for a cozy date night. Every employee who passed by greeted us, which made the atmosphere feel especially welcoming. We started with the octopus, served with potato foam, pickled pear, and chorizo. For entrées, he ordered the duck and I had the pork bolognese. Both dishes were full of flavor and cooked perfectly. We also ordered drinks. I do wish they had come out a bit earlier so we could enjoy them sooner, but the selection was impressive. We chose the bartender's choice, which was a really fun experience. The waitress asks a few questions, and based on your answers the bartender creates a drink they think you'll love. We were too full for dessert, though they did offer four different options. Overall, we were really happy we tried this restaurant and will definitely be back.