This place gets a solid 5 Yelp elite stars from me for overall bang for your buck! First, don't let the small unassuming outside of this place fool you, come in for big flavor and some of the best service ever. The ambiance is definitely Oceanside meets dive bar feel, but there is a magic to it. The environment is cozy like a grandma's breakfast nook. The service was attentive! Like oh my God, some of the nicest and warmest servers I've had the pleasure of dining with in a while. Truly good people work here. So the food is FRESH, FRESH, FRESH-DJ MANNY FRESH ya heard? I inhaled a simple cheese omelet in a fashion similar to the food critic eating the simple ratatouille cooked by that cartoon rat in the movie Ratatouille! Sooooooo good. But the kicker- the reason everything is so amazing? THE AFFORDABLE PRICES! Bang bang bang for your buck, go here for good food luck! read more

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The food was great. Prices were okay. Service was good. I'll definitely be back often.

Classic, family friendly diner with a menu packed with all the favorites. This place is perfect for a weekend brunch and is sure to put you in a food coma afterwards. The tables are a little close together but it wasn't a deal breaker by any means. Our server was friendly and attentive (my coffee cup was never anywhere near empty). My boyfriend and I each ordered an entree and we split a Belgian waffle. 10/10 would go again! read more

Oceanview Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This place is excellent, especially since we haven't had too many great experiences in Norfolk in General. When we walk in we were seated and served quickly, they were very sweet as well. The Food also came out quickly and it was quite good. The staff were attentive! This place is very relaxed and quiet, definitely somewhere you should try!! read more

Staff and atmosphere is amazing Great diner menu as well. The music lends to the fantastic and highly welcoming atmosphere.

A hidden gem! Came here for breakfast on our first day of vacation and it did not disappoint! I got the crab cake Benedict and it was so good! Servers were so nice. read more

Oceanview Diner - Crab cake Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

What can I say about this "hidden gem" tucked away in a strip center just off of Granby Street. I had been hearing about this place for some time from my wife, who, along with fellow educators, has frequented this establishment on several occasions. On my first visit, I threw caution to the wind and ordered the chicken & waffles. I must admit that they were INCREDIBLE! The waffles were golden brown, light, airy, and had a hint of malt in the batter. The chicken breast was large enough to cover the entire waffle! It was hand breaded and perfectly cooked. It was filling to the point that there was enough to take home for a late day, nosh! I chose the fresh fruit for my side, and it did not disappoint! The selection was balanced and pallete pleasing. My wife chose the vegetable omlette. Which is her standard, except she chose grits. She had no compland actually raved about the grits, which she usudoes NOT do! Our server was attentive and kept our beverages refilled even though the place started to get busy with the early lunch crowd! All in all, we will come back and make this a week day haunt when we can during the season and especially during the off season! read more

My first time and worth the wait. Limited seating so get there early. The special breakfast goat bowl was amazing. Everything was fresh and goat was so juicy and tasty. The crabcake Benedict was delicious. I normally have my hollandaise sauce on the side just in case it gets drowned in it and can't taste the actual meal. It was perfect! The saue was not too thick. We also had fried green tomatoes! If anything you've got to try it! All in all for trying it the first time! It was perfect!! read more

Oceanview Diner - Goat Breakfast Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Great service and great menu. The grilled banana bread is totally worth the trip. Friendly staff that helps each other out servicing tables. Enjoyed our food. read more

Oh my gosh! Local diner with the fluffy crisp pecan Belgium waffle. My husband had a Swiss and Mushroom Burger that was juicy and nicely seasoned. I also had the special of fried oysters Benny. I would have appreciated a couple more oysters. There were only 4 but what was on the plate was outstanding. Poached egg was perfect and Hollandaise was saucy and not like wallpaper paste. Coming back for sure. read more

It has a minimalist, cozy atmosphere for a diner. The food was pretty good, and the servers were very attentive.

I have lived in Norfolk for 3 years now and never noticed this tucked away gem. It's a quaint little diner, calm and perfect for a relaxing morning! I called and put an order to go. They said it would be ready in only 10 mins! My order was ready when I arrived 10 mins later and the service was phenomenal. I was in and out and they didn't miss a beat, making sure my sauces and side requests were included. This is the breakfast burrito and home-fries. Now the home fries ain't worth writing home about but the burrito was spectacular. Tortilla was cooked perfectly, a lil crisp but not hard and tasted very fresh. 10/10 thank you guys for starting my morning off good read more

Oceanview Diner - Breakfast Burrito and home fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Absolutely a great neighborhood Diner! Amazing food and great prices. I love this place read more

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Food is always delicious! Service is great. And the desserts are homemade by the owner herself! Love love love this spot!

My wings were so delicious, I forgot my pics but I would definitely be going back to enjoy the good food and atmosphere.

I have visited Oceanview Diner three times for breakfast. The waitstaff are always very friendly and efficient. The coffee was hot and tasty. I know one time I drank Diet Coke and it was great. This may seem like an odd thing to say, but there are some restaurants I visit that have very unpleasant tasting Diet Coke, so I just drink water instead. The cheese omelette, eggs Benedict, and scrambled eggs were delicious. My husband wants you to know that the home fries are delightful. read more

They had a limited menu due to a mechanical issue with their hood fan. They only had a limited menu which is understandable due to the issue. I ordered the biscuits and gravy. The gravy had good flavor and I think it had celery in it which was different. The biscuits had okay flavor, they are kind of small (not very tall) and different being square. I had to order another biscuit just to get all the gravy off the plate. I'll probably head back to try the full menu. read more

Oceanview Diner - Biscuits and Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Very friendly staff, wait time was about 15 minutes so not too bad!!! The food and drink portion was a bit smaller than expected but the food was fresh and hot when we were served and it was delicious! read more

I'm a little confused by the reviews. I arrived about 1030 am, and sat at the counter. I am from out of town, so I use Yelp often, However, this particular spot I found to be very average. The coffee was good and hot. I ordered the Eggs Royale, think Eggs Benedict with Salmon. It arrived very quickly, and very lukewarm. Also got cheese grits, which they add a dollar I guess for the cheese. And a side of toast. The portion size I thought was not great. I don't mind spending money, this just did not seem worth 22.00. read more

Oceanview Diner - Eggs Royale with Salmon and Cheese Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Good food, great prices! Hole in the wall, with good service. Not the most aesthetic, but that didn't bother us. Went on a Saturday, the place was slammed m, however we waited no more 10-15 minutes. read more

They're back and the new location is beautiful! The fact that the entire staff (including the kitchen) has come back speaks volumes about this place. It's like they never left. The food is amazing, as always. Same great selection (tons of benny choices) and the daily specials are on point. We were so excited to be eating at the Diner again that I was late with the pictures (oops). The eggs were perfectly cooked, the grits creamy and the coffee hot. So glad this locally owned diner is back in OV. It's like hanging out with family. read more

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The staff is really nice . You can tell they've worked here for a while but the food is very regular which explains the cheaper prices compared to other places. I've got a waffle here several times and every time it's a disappointment. I like a nice crispy waffle but ov diners waffle are usually soft. Even though I request crispy. The reason I'm writing this review is because I got biscuits and gravy to go and the packaging was way below standard for me. At least put the gravy in a second container. Also the gravy and biscuits weren't edible. The sausage had a weird texture. Very gummy. and the gravy was un flavored. Today was the last time I'll go to the place. read more

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We were there for dinner..(They stop serving breakfast at 2PM)...The place is in a nice location, very clean and the owner was very friendly and the service was excellent....Food was decent...Nothing to write home about, but decent...Prices were a bit on the expensive side...If we go back, we will definitely check out breakfast/or lunch...This restaurant is worth a try, especially if you like "Mom and Pop" places as much as we do... read more

A group of 3 of us were riding down 64 headed to VA Beach. We needed to grab breakfast so I pulled up Apple Maps of the closest place and Oceanview Diner popped up. Man am I glad it did! We got mimosas which were STRONG! All got breakfast combos which were great price ($10.99) and came out quick. Food was seasoned and cooked perfectly. Service was great. When I head back that way... I will definitely visit. read more

Amazing!! Cozy on in there. Atmosphere is great the staff treat you like family. The best part is the food, I have had nothing short of wo derful. Alittle piece of heaven! read more

I brought my friend here today and we had the most incredible meal. I had the crab egg omelette, which was absolutely delicious as well as the fried green tomatoes, which came with an incredibly delicious sauce. we were seated within 15 minutes of arrival and our food was served so quickly. It wasn't too loud either so we were able to to have great conversation. Every time I come here, it's always the right move, I couldn't recommend this place enough! read more

Patronized this establishment this morning. As soon as I walked in I was met with smiles and hospitality. The place is quaint and comfortable. My seat was at the counter as I watched the television on the wall. The server wasted no time in bringing a menu and was very helpful and patient while I decided on what to order. She directed me toward the exact meal I was looking for. After my order was taken, the food was in front of me less than 15 minutes later. The portions were plentiful and just right. I had the "big combo" which consisted of one very large pancake, two eggs (but looked like three) three (yes, three) sausage patties and grits. The pancake was soft and fluffy. The eggs were good, the grits were smooth and creamy, sausage was spicy but not overwhelming. The bill? $12. This was my first time here and definitely not my last. Visit this establishment and thank me later... read more

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I live down the road from this business and so far my experience as been good! I enjoy their food and their customer service. I mainly stop for breakfast but their lunch menu looks appealing; I enjoy the variety they offer. Although sometimes, their breakfast gravy is a hit or miss. Sometimes it tastes great when they serve sausage gravy. Other times it doesn't come with sausage or any seasoning and tastes just like water and flour; not good! I also wonder about their portioning vs price. I understand cutting costs and portioning but, I feel like it could be slightly improved. E.g. I feel like I get just a spoonful of potatoes which leaves my plate looking a bit sad/empty for the price paid. Great job otherwise, thank you! read more

Lovely little place. Service and food were both excellent, and the price was good. I had a greek omelette. Delicious. Can't wait to go again. read more

I was looking for delicious bacon, but they didn't have it. Coffee was decent. Pancakes and toast were not for me. Staff was good, but the vibe was nervous and damp. I didn't feel welcomed. read more

Good morning, Oceanview Diner! The landscape of Norfolk and Virginia Beach is littered with dozens of opportunities for breakfast, and I had the pleasure of trying one of the finest. I had the waffle and the four-piece side of bacon. I believe there are four dishes that really indicate the quality of breakfast establishment, and bacon is one of those; theirs is prepared on a gas grill, as there was some charring, but the bacon was still delicious, because it was the thin cut, it could survive the process without being overcooked, good job! I rank the bacon four out of five! I did not have an egg dish or potatoes, which are also two of the four foods that indicate a great breakfast, but I saw at the other tables looked well prepared, not overdone, maybe next time! I also had the waffle, and even though a pancake is one of the four foods that determines a great breakfast restaurant, I'm a waffle girl, and there waffles are perfect! Crispy, with a caramel color that comes from a seasoned griddle, not from being overdone, and sweet enough to go with minimal syrup, and the cups held up to the butter and syrup I added, which is key to a great waffle. 5 out of 5! I also had coffee, no barista drinks here but a good cups a Joe! Only minor complaint? The syrup wasn't warm, a personal preference of mine but not important to everyone. The Service and Ambiance were great, classic diner set up, I enjoyed my meal at the counter, and the coffee kept a coming! A great experience, great food, and everything was priced reasonably priced, THANKS FOR THE DELICIOUS BREAKFAST! read more

Best pancakes in the game! I got the breakfast slam and there was soooo much food! So delicious. And the servers were very nice.

Great food at reasonable prices. My husband had the shrimp and grits and I had the Benedict Shamrock homemade corned beef hash. Both were very tasty, well portioned meals. We're definitely coming back again. read more

Crab cake eggs benedict. That's all you need to know. Oh and the homestyle "fries" come with it. Nicely roasted potatoes, though could have used some sauce (was in a hotel so... Not many options). Boyfriend ordered there on a Saturday noon-ish in September (past labor day) and was in and out within a few minutes. It was plenty for both of us to be full. read more

Wonderful hidden diner. When we walked in we were asked to put our name on the waitlist. Although there was a wait, others guests assured us that it would not be long. My husband had the eggs benedict and I had medium eggs with grits. First off, the grits were amazing! Best I have ever had. If you have read any of my other posts, you know my husband loves his eggs benedict. These did not disappoint and were perfectly cooked. The staff was friendly and the cafe has a relaxed atmosphere. We definitely recommend! read more

This hands down was the best spot for chicken and waffles... the chicken cutlet was fried to perfection...

I love this place! It's a small family diner with a great variety of breakfast and lunch dishes to please every taste palette. And the service here is absolutely outstanding! Very welcoming and sincere. One of the best parts of this place is the hometown feel. I'm a local, born and raised right here and it is so cool to see the pictures and printed articles about the history of Ocean View everywhere. This is definitely my go-to. read more

Great food, clean place and very friendly waitstaff! Corn beef hash omelette was delicious and the pancakes are HUGE!! Wonderful place to have a nice morning breakfast. read more

Oceanview Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Ordered a three count of pancakes ($5) with chocolate chips (+$2) and a side of home fries and wondered if it would be enough food...the pancakes are MASSIVE. I now have enough pancakes for breakfast for the next two days! The pancakes are delishly fluffy and not greasy, nor did they skimp on the chocolate chips. Would definitely come back to try other menu options! Seriously go for the pancakes and you will not be disappointed. read more

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The service was very friendly and efficient. Crabcakes Benedict was delicious, as was the Big Combo. We will be back when we are in Ocean View again. read more