Wow, this is the definition of a 5 star restaurant. Quality from every ingredient and bite. Sandwich's off the charts amazing. And the fries... probably the best I've ever had. Never thought I would say that and write a review on fries! Must go here if you're in the area. read more

2026, this place just doesn't miss. I don't think I've ordered anything other than the cleaver...lol sorry not sorry. It's top notch! Very good service. Burger is delicious, the fries are great but the garlic aioli is the star. read more

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I'm so glad I found Pendulum. I actually have yet to eat lunch here, but I am a member of the Primal CSA. The meat is great quality and there is always a nice variety of meats. Staff is very nice every time I've been in. The sandwiches (which I will try one day) look delicious! They have butchery classes as well, which seem like a great experience! read more

FOOD The Butcher: 4/5 Cleaver Burger: 4.5/5 Fries: 4.5/5 Garden Salad: 4/5 SERVICE Amazing service! Got checked on to make sure we were good every five minutes or so AMBIANCE Chill but lively environment! read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - The Butcher - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Worth a trip and incredible burgers. Get the garlic aioli, it's a must for dipping. They have 3 beers on tap for rotation but plenty of beer and wine for a selection out of a large fridge. Customer service is solid. Small seating area inside but with more available outside. read more

Amazing experience. The place is very small but it made it feel cozy in the middle of the ghent neighborhood. The service was great. Brought us our food and constantly checked how we were doing and if we needed anything. We had the butcher sandwhich and the cleaver burger. Both were amazing. The butcher was a super solid sandwhich with meats cut right at the spot. Cheese melting right. Meats seasoned sooo good. Prices are a bit expensive but i feel like i got what i paid for. Definitely coming back! read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - The butcher - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Pendulum Fine Meats is a butcher shop first that just happens to offer food. I wanted a charcuterie board which I found out is a problem because they make them to order in advance. They don't make charcuterie boards on the spot, you have to order them 24 hours in advance. So I just ordered some meat and made the best of it. In the end it was great. There is all kinds of meat, cheese, lunch meat and things to go with them like bread, nuts, honey, etc. They also have a decent craft beer selection. The service was exceptional except for the charcuterie hiccup. The young lady who was cutting my meat and I were having some communication problems. Not because we spoke a different language, but because I was kind of asking for something off script. In my ignorance of visiting here for the first time, I didn't know the rules. I will know for next time. So my overall impression as a first timer is a 3.5 stars, but will round up to 4 because the other patrons were having a great experience. read more

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Another awesome meal at Pendulum, the customer service was fantastic the food was cooked perfectly and the outside setting adds to the ambiance read more

Pendulum has been the local butcher for as long as I've lived here. Their cuts are delicious and well trimmed, their deli meats are delicious, and when i've been lucky enough to catch their terrine or other case special like their sausages it's been fantastic. The four parts of the business are all equally great - the frozen meat they trim themselves, their case meat of fresh cuts, their hot sandwiches, and their assortment of curated wines and beer. ALL are done with care and the seasoned taste buds of the super friendly staff. Highly recommend Pendulum for your next lunch, but I've also benefitted from their Communtiy Support Agriculture (CSA) boxes since Covid. For $50 every two weeks you get equal to or greater value of fresh and frozen products of their own creation - coupled with recipes on how to use them. Pickup is bi-weekly and our highlight of the week as enjoy whatever has been picked for us. We love Pendulum! read more

Pendulum is truly a gem. It quickly jumped up to one of my favorite spots for lunch in all of Hampton Roads, but definitely in Norfolk. I do love the quaint feel of Ghent in general, but love this specific spot that is just a bit off the main road. They do have their own parking lot, which in theory, is wildly convenient but it is often full. We came on a Friday for lunch and it was definitely busy but we were able to snag a great table outside to enjoy the weather. They offer some great draft beers, wine and house sangria. The sangria was delicious and refreshing. Food was superb. Truly incredible. Both sandwiches that we had (The Butcher and the Cuban) were 10/10 and would absolutely order again. Fries were also phenomenal. read more

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My only regret is that I did not try this place sooner; I've driven by it so many times without popping in. That was my loss. The staff are great. The restaurant is always clean. It's a locally owned small business that is owner operated. They sell an assortment of fresh butchered meats as well as imported goods such as pasta and wine and olive oil from Italy but I love that they also offer local wine selections. They offer fresh baked goods such as desserts and breads. Their sweet focaccia is to die for ! It always sells out pretty quickly. They also offer a lunch menu that features burgers and sandwiches which are also great. This is one of my top 10 Norfolk eateries for sure ! read more

Pendulum is an amazing neighborhood butcher that also has PHENOMENAL sandwiches. It's a favorite lunch spot I go to whenever I can. it boasts an impressive menu of burgers and sandwiches in addiction to the butcher counter staples and any meat cut you can think of, homemade sausages, and interesting products like tinned fishes, lard, rilette, and local goodies. Today we tried the house burger and The Shepherd, a lamb burger. Both were delicious and on par with the other sandwiches we've had there. The star are the house fries that come with a savory aioli. Honestly, nothing here is a bad choice! read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Almost forgot to take a photo because we couldn't wait to dig in. The Shepherd burger in the front, house burger in the back. - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Butcher shop and sandwich place behind the Naro. Sandwich's are very good but little on pricey side. Service fine. Can be slow if busy. Good place if you don't want run of mill lunch. ABC in cooler and draft. Weak four. read more

Butcher shops with amazing lunch options! Arrived here on a Monday and didn't have a long line + the employees were very friendly. They have the menu in chalk when you first walk in. Remember, this is a butcher shop sk you can also just come in and order your quality meats. A good variety. I got the Big Tex with a salad. Brisket was tender and melt in your mouth - exactly what you'd want in your brisket. Sauces and toppings complimented each other really well. Highly recommend. They have a good selections of beers, wines, and non alcoholic drinks - you can pay for everything upfront or after you finish eating or drinking. Interior is nice and rustic. Seating available but it seems more like a take it to go type of place. It's right off Colley Ave so it walking distance to other restaurants, shops, and things to do. read more

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Don't even know where to start, I saw this place on drivers dine ins and drives, saw the owner was a prior Navy CS as was I. I was in the area so decided to give it a try, had the Cubano sandwich and it was hands down not only the best Cuban I've ever had but the best sandwich I've ever had! Bravo Zulu fellow CS/MS!!! read more

Riiiiidiculous !! Crazy good !! Tres Bien Best damn roast beef sangweeeech and French fries !!!! I mean stop it The smoky aioli too Just stop urself Ur gonna be a total Gavone when u go go there ... NO CHOICE Wowww read more

Upon arrival you wouldn't expect a front store inside with the home vibes it gives. But the outside definitely mimics the inside. Dana, her husband and staff are super friendly and make you feel comfortable like you're at home. Took the sausage making class with my husband and would recommend the class to everyone. It was hands on but not overwhelming. Absolutely loved the tasting of the sausage meat paired with the made from scratch bread. It was definitely a great class to learn something new to try at home. Thanks again for having us! read more

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This place is always such a treat whenever I get the chance to visit. Never have had a bad experience here. The staff is super nice, the building is cozy, food is in delectable- just make sure to get there before their garlic aioli runs out! read more

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this place was so good! love the atmosphere, the food, and the service! they have a good selection of indoor and outdoor seating too

This is one of Norfolk's gems. This butcher shop also doubles as a luncheonette throughout the week and I loveee it. The staff are super friendly and charming, there's a large array of cool products to try like juices teas and wine. There are also homemade desserts that are always in rotation (one of my faves is the apple cheesecake). My favorite thing to order is The Shepard, which is a Lamb Burger that has goat cheese, peppers and fresh greens. I also love their fries that come with the most amazing garlic aioli. Coming here is always a mini adventure as there's so many books and signs etc. to look at and browse as you wait for your food. They also sell pre-made pasta dough sauce, pepperoni and cheese which is perfect for a build your own pizza night with your family and friends. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - The Count - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Love everything about this place, The Stevedore is a fantastic sandwich the fries are out of this world. Side salad incredible plenty of good craft beer on tap. I could eat here every day. read more

Was recommended this place as a lunch spot and it did not disappointment. Staff is super nice, chill, and helpful. Felt peaceful inside. Lunch is served until 4pm and the butcher section is open until 6pm. Great selection of drinks in the cooler area as well as wine. The Cubano Sandwich was phenomenal. All the flavors came together perfectly and the white sauce on the side was great to dip in. Fries amazing! Nothing about this sandwhich disappointed. Even the toast was nice and thick while still soft enough not to tear up the roof of your mouth. It also had the edges of the bread cut off .. so that was already a plus for me. Great neighborhood spot, friendly vibes, and good food. Highly recommend! read more

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The butcher - I don't even like roast beef, and this is the best sandwich I've ever had. Don't walk, run. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - The Butcher- I don't really even like roast beef and this was the best sandwich I've ever had. Don't walk, run. - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Amazing roast beef sandwich...great service...great selection of meats! We bought Serrano ham, fresh ground beef from local cows, guanciale, fresh baked bread sourdough. Great experience and service! Thank you! The prices are worth the select cuts of meats! The atmosphere was calm cool and I love the music! Everyone seems so helpful no matter what we had to ask! I wish every restaurant and service industry would be as in tune with true service! You cannot beat excellent and I think they did! read more

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The selection of meats was high quality!!!! They have a descent selection and reasonable prices! They have an outstanding ambiance and I would use them again read more

Ah, Pendulum. Just a gem of a neighborhood spot. I frequently come for the lunch sandwiches (so good!) but they also have a selection of freshly butchered meats for purchase. For my needs: lunch. My favorite sandwich is "The Butcher" which is roast beef, cheese, caramelized onions, and ancho aioli. Never disappoints. I hear their other menu items are great so next time I may tear myself away to try something new! Side options are chips, fries, or salad. I love that the fries automatically come with a aioli on the side for dipping! I usually grab a beer along with: they have a large can beer selection to be enjoyed in-house or to-go. Staff is super nice. On my last visit, one employee (I hate that I don't know his name!) remembered my beer preferences and suggested a beer for me that I ended up loving. I usually get take out so make convo while I'm waiting but the one time I ate it, service was also very friendly and prompt. It's a cute spot inside. It looks like a converted home so their are tables grouped in a couple different rooms. Outdoor seating is also available. While you wait, they also have a nice selection of specialty goods to browse. Gourmet chocolate bars, specialty canned goods, and a number of interesting items. Overall, this is one of my favorite lunch spots and I highly recommend checking it out. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - The Butcher (to-go) - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Diners, Drive-In, and Dives find! I love trying places I've seen on food network so when I knew I would be in Virginia for the weekend I made sure I would have time to stop by Pendulum for some meats from their market. To s understand my excitement about visiting this store, I even went to so far as to buy a cooler and gel ice packs to ensure my purchases would make it back to Texas safely. Cute location in what appears to nice, hip area. Saw lots of stores and restaurants reminiscent of a old school downtown area. Anyway, back to Pendulum. It's a true butcher shop. Sandwiches are available for purchase using the meats sold at the store, and they seem to be popular as lots of people came in to purchase while I was there. But my focus was the meats lol. I wish I had gotten the name of the gentleman who helped me because he was so nice and patient. I had many questions and took forever to make decisions because I wanted to make sure that I picked a good selection of meats to try. I picked sweet and hot sopressata, deli ham, and 3 different sausages. I was told everything was made in house which is awesome. I made sure not to write this review until I made it back to Texas and tried at least some of the food. Man!! The sopressata was good but the deli ham....DELICIOUS! My gf said it's some of the best ham she's ever tried. Can't wait to grill up the sausage. I'll be sure to update my review once I've tried it. I wish I had even more room to take stuff home, all the steaks looked fresh and they even had lamb chops, chorizo, etc. and being a butcher shop I heard them ask, what cut would you like, what size, thickness, etc. all appropriate butcher shop questions. If you haven't already been here and you live the in are, what are you waiting for?? read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Deli ham - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Absolutely loved this place! Great food! Nice staff! Highly recommend for a late lunch spot.

The food was outstanding, and they gave a military discount. It is so good, it was very busy. read more

This place was highly recommended. They offer a delightful experience with its vibrant atmosphere and attentive service. The Cuban sandwich is a star on their menu--perfectly balanced flavors, and crisp bread. A must-try for sandwich enthusiasts! read more

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This place is SO GOOD! Decently priced sandwiches that pack so much flavor and the meat is super high quality. The inside is so fun and quirky and all their curated goods are top tier. Highly recommend if you are in the area and want a near perfect sandwich! read more

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I came with a couple of friends, and I have to say this spot is nice, lots of unique items in the store. For example I was able to pick up 2 dozen pasture raised eggs for cheaper than the grocery store. I ordered The Butcher, a Roast Beef sandwich on Focaccia bread, and an order of Fries. The sandwich was delicious. The beef was tender, the bread crispy outside, and the fries were really good. Definitely put this spot on your list. I can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Changed jobs in Feb 2020, this is perhaps what I miss most!! Delicious luncheonette driven by community minded owners sourcing fresh, local ingredients, at a reason cost within a warm, homey environment meant for collaboration and connection! Burger and fry special ended when Covid hit, but the meal value (quality/coat) is still high to justify full price visits!!! The smoked garlic aioli is legit, get it in everything! Love the local baked goods, jams, jellies, and craft bevs offered to round out any meal! read more

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Such a great place for lunch. The food is excellent they have a good selection of craft beer. Try the burger make sure you ask for bacon. The place is small but I feel that being small makes it special. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Burger fries with garlic aioli. Fantastic - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

One of the few really high-quality places in Norfolk that I wish was closer to back home in NYC. They take their craft seriously, and everything I've had here is delicious and well made. Their sandwich menu is great, and their burger is 100% one of the better burgers I've had. Juicy, thick patties with buttery, warm bun. Throw some of their hot sauce on there for sure (it's not too spicy at all). Don't sleep on their fries either - the sauce and pieces of roasted garlic are to die for. Crisp but more tender and potatoey - they keep some of the skin on there so you know they're real potatoes. read more

Great food. Hands down, top notch juicy burger. I opted for no mayo and got the spicy mustard with bacon. SUPER GOOD! Server was very friendly and the space is very homey. Come early unless you want to sit outside. read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Burger! Spicy mustard and bacon...A MUST HAVE. Fries with garlic aioli - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Read about this place on Diner, Drive thru and dives! Unfortunately was out of the roast beef so got a delicious lamb burger. The count was great minus the ham as my husband doesn't eat that species. Worth a lunch visit! read more

Pendulum Fine Meats - Lamb burger with fries - Butcher Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Great food and loved the items for sale. I wish I had one closer to me in. Report News. read more

I stopped by here for lunch for the first time with my parents. It's a super cute and inviting space. The seating was very limited but we were able to find a place to sit inside. The food was super tasty and fresh. We were able to modify as needed. The roast beef was delicious but the fresh focaccia was a show stealer. So. Good. I'll definitely be back for lunch and to check out their butchered meats. read more

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Originally came in for the Gone to the Birds sandwich since I'd heard it was soooo good. Took a look around and was surprised to find out this is more than just a butcher shop. There was plenty of seating and a full lunch sandwich and burger menu. Was recommended the Cajun sauce by the cashier tasted so good had to grab a bottle. Place had a great lunch patio vibe read more

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