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I was in town searching for a late night bite + bev. While it was late in Norfolk, my body was…read morestill on PNW time. Thankfully Jack Brown's was nearby and open! Since it was a weeknight, it wasn't too busy but there were still a good amount of (what seemed to be) regulars there. Music was loud, energy was high, and the bartenders were super nice. I love a good dive and this place definitely delivered. They have a solid food menu here. They're known for the burgers and they have quite a few that sounded really good, but I wasn't in the mood for anything too messy. I got a standard cheeseburger (I know, boring) but it was delicious! Fries are also solid here, nice and crispy and served piping hot. They had a good selection of beers and spirits here. I had no problem finding something I liked. A cool spot that I would definitely frequent if I lived in Norfolk! Worth a visit if you are in town.

Jack's is a quirky institution here in Norfolk. Divey bar with excellent burgers and fries…read more Quirky because it is mostly a bar and you can't just walk in, you have to be seated, even at the bar. Burgers are cooked. You don't get a choice of temperature, but they are tasty and still moist despite being well done. The fries are some of the best I've had in a while. Crinkle fries fried to perfection. Not oily, quite light and crispy. Delicious.

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Fried Oreo with powdered sugar.

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Rolled UP

4.2(42 reviews)

1.1 mi

I walked in thinking what a fun concept. Wow!! am I glad I did. The young lady taking my order was…read morevery friendly and helpful. With the kind of welcoming smile you don't often see. After talking with her, I decided to the Philly Cheesesteak and Chicken parm rolls. You'll need two, they are the size of typical egg rolls. I also ordered a side of sweet potato fries. Everything was well seasoned and tasted amazing. The Philly cheesesteak was my favorite and the fries were really fresh. The restaurant is decorated in local art which is for sale. This is truly a great fast casual lunch spot that i wished they franchised in other markets.

Mac n cheese egg roll!!! Absolutely delicious!!! Can't wait to try the peanut butter and jelly!!read more

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Famous Uncle Al's

4.1(81 reviews)

1.2 mi

Great food and service. A short walk from the hotel I stayed in. Plenty of seats too.read more

I was visiting downtown Northfolk a couple of weeks ago while in town for an event and decided to…read moregrab a quick bite to eat for lunch. This Location is on Granby Street which has a lot of different restaurants and food options. I decided to try out Al's because this was the only hot dog spot I had seen while in town and I'm always down for a good hot dog. So I decided to try it out. This is a decent size restaurant with five or six tables and a counter that you can order take out or dine in from. There were two lovely Latinas working the restaurant that day and even though I was there slightly before lunch, they agreed to allow me to order off of the lunch menu. I ordered the spicy New Yorker and the chili cheese dog. Both were really solid. Made fresh with soft buns and sizable franks. This is definitely a spot I would check out in the future.

Beef Philly Steak Sandwich Mac and Cheese

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Cook Out

2.6(100 reviews)

2.4 mi

For a restaurant that is exclusively drive through, you'd think they would invest in the system by…read morewhich you communicate to the person taking your order. Unfortunately, it's a bit rough with a lot of "can you repeat that?" and "hold on" that you're going to hear. Menu prices are mostly a la carte which can add up quickly. Burgers are downright delicious although the fries I thought were a bit soggy and under cooked.

First time trying this place.... Never again!! They charge for tomatoes on your burger. Why?? I…read moredidn't like the walk up or drive thru... Staff was a little impatient... Let this be your warning to not go there... Then my food was lukewarm when I got it... It's a no for me!

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Black Spice

3.9(42 reviews)

1.3 mi

The best Norfolk has to offer. Hands down! Everything was…read moreEXCEPTIONAL. The food, the service, the ambiance. Everything was a ten out of ten. The owner/chef was warm & welcoming. This a must visit spot if you're ever in the Tidewater area!

My friend and I decided to stop by Black Spice for dinner over the weekend. Since neither one of us…read morehad been, we couldn't wait to dine in. I called ahead of time and asked if they took walk ins and was told they didn't, so I made reservations for 6pm. With this restaurant being located off Granby St., I figured I'd better find the location first before finding parking. Upon arrival, I almost drove right past it. The only sign they had was a "Black Spice" sign in the window, which was very easy to miss. Thankfully, we found a close parking garage and it was a short walk to the restaurant. We were seated as soon as we walked in and the place was practically empty. Before getting settled, we asked if we could sit at the tables with a booth (for comfortable seating) but was told that those tables were reserved for parties of 3 or more. We understood, but funny enough, there were two (yes, two) ladies sitting at a nearby table with a booth! Insert side eye lol! We started with drinks and appetizers. The drinks were okay but not very strong. We ordered the CrabMac and the Lobster Egg Rolls. The CrabMac was good but the Egg Rolls seemed to miss the mark a bit, for me. I think they would've been better without the cheese. For our entrees, my friend ordered the Salmon and I ordered the Braised Short Ribs. My friend said her Salmon was okay but I wasn't a fan of the Short Ribs. They were covered with a very interesting, bbq sauce that I didn't quite enjoy. I've ordered Short Ribs before but I've never had them with such a thick, bbq sauce. The Mashed Potatoes were garlicky and very tasty and the Sautéed Spinach was so good, I ordered another side of it. Once we finished eating, we asked for the check and my bill came up to $91.80! I just knew they had given me the wrong bill lol! They automatically added 15% Gratuity on the bill without our knowledge. Our server was great so I was going to tip either way, it just would've been nice to be notified ahead of time. Unfortunately, there wasn't anything I ate that would justify spending that much lol! The staff were very nice but I'm sure I won't be returning again. By the way, no one ever came to sit at the table with the booth, so we definitely could've sat there. SMH!

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Rally's

1.9(23 reviews)

2.1 mi

Are any Rallys 5 star? I've always set my expectations very low... but i have had some funny…read moreexperiences at THIS rallys.. One time was greeted with "you gonna have to wait" .. the wait wasn't that long, but it was pretty funny that that was the greeting Another time we ordered a BLT and when we got to the window they handed us the food & then told us they didn't have tomatoes... so we said "oh, well that's a big part of a BLT, it would have been good to know that prior to ordering" And they responded with "it stands for Bacon Lettuce & Toast"... which was also hilarious. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

chicken tenders were very hard and Fried to a crisp and the french fries were greasy…read more I won't be picking up or ordering again through DoorDash no, I'm gonna call corporate headquarters and let them know what their franchise this Location is doing or not doing

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Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

1.4(61 reviews)

1.6 mi

This place deserves some love after what we experienced here…read more We came here on an early afternoon to grab a bite before we visit the Nauticus. The place only had one customer at the time. We had our two kids with us who are not soda or juice drinkers usually. We ordered our sandwiches without drinks, sat down and started to eat. And to our pleasant surprised, the nice lady that took our order came over with two fruit punch for our kids! It was a simple act of kindness but we were truly touched by it! She did not have to do that but she went out of her way. Our kids were so happy to drink those fruit punch of course with their chicken strips and fries. We left the place feeling very warmed by her gesture and so thankful! To the lady, if you are reading this, thank you again

Pulled up to the drive thru and waited five minutes before anyone answered. When the lady finally…read moreanswered she says "go ahead with your order". Then when we placed it she says "we ran out of food". Why would you not tell customers that when they pull up rather than make them sit?? Did you really run out of food or do you just wait to not do anything the last hour of your shift?

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Doumar's Cones & Barbecue

3.8(765 reviews)

2.4 mi

Doumar's Cones & Barbecue is located in Downtown Norfolk along Monticello Ave. They seem to be in…read morean area with lots of food choices around, but at least this place isn't a chain. My visit here was on September 2, 2026. It had probably been at least a decade since I had been here, as I don't go into Norfolk too often. The reason for being in Norfolk that day was to bring my mom to some medical imaging that day. Afterwards, we decided to get something before going home. I was quite surprised when I drove up to the place, as there was ample parking available. That's not something I see too often in Norfolk. There is parking for dining in, as well as parking for order and pick up in numbered spaces as well. This would be a dine in visit, as it would take too long to get home with it in Virginia Beach. When we came inside, it definitely had the feel of a retro diner. The colors and such match that too. I will note that the place isn't overly large inside, so there would be limited indoor seating here during peak times. We were immediately greeted by the staff at the counter, and gave us some menus to look over since it had been a very long time. For those that drink sodas, they carry Coca Cola products. Once we were ready to order, we went up to the counter to order. I didn't realize until after ordering they had it set for take out, but that was no issue since we were eating there anyways. I ordered the Minced Barbecue Sandwich Plain with Slaw On The Side (upcharge for on the side) and water to drink. My mom ordered the Cheeseburger with Onions and Relish, as well as a Coca Cola to drink. It was maybe five to ten minutes or so when they let us know the food was ready and was in a to-go back. We were already at a table, so took them out of the bag and had them there. The Minced Barbecue Sandwich looked really good. It was good and hot when I took it out to eat. The sandwich may have been simple, but it had a great taste to it and was enough to satisfy the craving. My mom liked the Cheeseburger that she had there as well. We didn't do any ice cream there this time, as she was a little tired already after the testing earlier in the day. One thing that's neat here is that there is some history here. The world's first waffle ice cream cone. This machine was built in 1905 and is still used to this day. You aren't able to touch it, but if they aren't busy, they will demonstrate the making of the waffle cone there. They weren't able to do it that day when we were there as it had gotten busier by the time we were done. Overall, this was a very good experience. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The prices are reasonable compared to what you get for it too. I do want to note that if you use a credit card, there is a 2.5% surcharge added to the total. If you're in this part of Norfolk and looking for something to eat, skip the national chains around there and come here to get a taste of history.

Doumar's is a Coastal Virginia tradition.that has remained the same throughout the years. Passed…read morethrough the family from generation to generation the food, service and customer loyalty continues in this institution. The decor is the same as years passed. There's something very comforting in the fact that at least one spot in Coastal Virginia hasn't changed. The last time my son brought my Manhattan born grandson to visit he wanted to introduce him to Doumar's. It was a place both he and I had frequented often in his youth. It fid not disappoint. My grandson proclaimed the hot dog, served split in two on a hamburger bun, the best he has tasted. This trip my grandson asked for a return visit to Doumar's, again ordering a hot dog and a cherry milkshake. My son had a tuna sandwich with iced tea. My choice, as always, was a pulled pork barbecue sandwich with a limeade. The food, service & old school ambience was fantastic. Please don't ever change Doumar's. You are and will remain a gem we should cherish.

This is a view of the Indoor Seating on the left side of the building inside. Photo taken September 2, 2026.

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Grilled Cheese

4.4(1.4k reviews)

1.4 mi

Every single time I go to The Grilled Cheese Bistro I leave with a fully bell and a smile on my…read moreface!! Located in Downtown Norfolk on Granby street this place is a must eat! Let's talk about my most recent visit. My gf and I went on a Thursday afternoon around Noon. I was expecting more Downtown workers to be out for lunch but after quickly finding parking we walked in and was immediately greeted and sat. We chose to sit at the bar. Our waited gave us menus and the tough choices began. Sangria or Hibiscus Tea, beer or Pear Mimosa!! we got the pear mimosa and the Hibiscus Tea. Didn't get much pear flavor but it was still very good. And babes tea was light and refreshing. For our food I was so overwhelmed in the best way possible. There were so many amazing options it was hard for us to decide. What I did know for sure was that we had to have the Chimmichurri French fries. I know from previous visits that it's a big enough portion for 2 people to share, so we did!!! We finally ordered our sandwiches and decided to share each. I got the Sticky Piggy and gf got the triple threat! see the photos for descriptions. Omg. every single bite was amazing. It was so much that we each had half a sandwich to take home. Clean, friendly staff, great food, lots of choices to customize You must go! We have decided that we are going to work our way through the entire menu and we can't wait!! See you soon GCB!!!

Great staff. Very cute inside, quick service, and the grilled cheeses were super tasty. Big fan.read more

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Bonchon Norfolk

3.7(604 reviews)

1.3 mi

I've always loved Bonchon Chicken, so I was honestly so excited when they finally opened in…read moreNorfolk! I used to drive all the way to Northern Virginia whenever I was craving Bonchon, so having one much closer to home is such a treat. Their chicken is always crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. My favorites are definitely the Garlic and Soy Garlic flavors. The crispy texture combined with that savory, slightly sweet sauce is absolutely addictive! If you love Korean fried chicken, Bonchon is definitely one of my favorites. Now that there's one in Norfolk and Virgina beach, I don't have to make the trip to Northern Virginia just to satisfy my craving! The food is delicious, but the Norfolk location can have long waits, slow service, and occasional issues with online ordering. Parking is also difficult. I prefer the Virginia Beach location for easier parking and a more convenient experience.

We used to love BonChon in a different state and decided to try this location after moving…read more Honestly, we weren't super impressed. This particular location is very quaint and loud, we were given dirty plates, the service was slow, our chicken tenders didn't have a lot of flavor, and the pork buns were not right (over-toasted and the meat was too tough). The bulgogi fries were delicious though, so points for that. We may try another location, but we won't be back to this one.

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Chris R.

137

5 years ago

If you eat here, you're as dirty as the manager with dreads that was caught scratching her bare ass in the back near the food. When another customer called her out on it she was rude and acted like the customer didn't matter. The manager with dreadlocks also was heard talking about her sexlife with another girl employee. My kids shouldn't have to here this just for a QUARTER POUNDER with cheese and a MEDIUM FRY. Stay away from this McDonald's and especially the manager with the dreadlocks. So gross. read more

Mikko S.

345

7 years ago

I ordered pancakes on doordash just now... who ever prepared my food forgot my forks knives, butter and pancake syrup... smh... who ever the management here are not good at what they are doing... smh. read more

Brittaney P.

4 years ago

Terrible service and they always mess up my order. Even in desperate times, I Do not recommend at all

Emilie D.

2 years ago

0 stars-apparently they open at 0415. don't waste your time. not my problem ----/--1--a holes

Dajour J.

7 months ago

worst mcdonalds experience i ever had!!!!!!!! save your money and time this place is a joke read more

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