FANTASTIC! Vibes? Yes! Food? Yes! Wine? Yes! Thank you to John who welcomed us and recommended good wine for our food We came here with our son, who recently moved to Norfolk. He came here for his first meal in town and John treated him to a glass of wine with his gourmet grilled cheese He brought us to the experience : Brussels sprouts -- delicious with sweet and spicy and hazelnut Goat cheese and beet salad: good dressing, nice mix, exactly what I wanted for dinner Truffle tots: yeah, tots are good, but with truffle and Parmesan? Wow!! The vibes here are great. There's music on but you can still talk to people. Seating at the bar or tables or, if the weather is nice, on the front porch. It has an elegant but relaxed feel that would make this place great for a date or friends ( or family!) We will be back And yep, we are back for tapas Tuesday where all small plates are $2 off Hummus -- ok Duck egg rolls good Lamb meatballs : GREAT flavor!! Roasted Carrot beet with labneh and dukkah : delicious Dumplings-- good but spicy for me Miso butter gnocchi with mushrooms-- delicious Roasted salmon-- folks were split on this between "solid" and good Salad of farro and spinach with beets and goat cheese and pear -- this was amazing. The dressing had awesome spices in it that made the whole thing complex. 3 new wonderful wines ! Thanks to all at this restaurant for another amazing meal. You are our favorite Norfolk spot!! read more

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From the moment we walked in, the ambience was warm and inviting. The service was truly exceptional--every team member was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about making our visit perfect. The food was fantastic across the board, and the presentations were exceptionally creative, making each dish feel special. Everything came out beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. A wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommended! read more

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Had a opportunity to have a afternoon out at Press 626. This little home turned restaurant is so welcoming. We were warmly greeted as soon as I walked and immediately seated. Our waitress Rachel gave us some wonderful food and wine recommendations. She was so wonderful and attentive! We ordered the pork dumplings that was severed in black vinegar!!!! Oh my goodness sooooo amazing 10/10. We also had the shrimp tempura. Tasty. 8/10. The baked goat cheese with roasted garlic, olives and roasted red pepper , also amazing 10/10. The lamb meatballs 8/10 could use a little spice. I also had the cuban sandwich with fries. The pork was flavorful, bread warm and crunchy. Overall great sandwich 10/10. I can't wait to go back and try some other items!! read more

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This week try out something new and different a wine bar like this one it's definitely different where you have more open space for both people that want to dine in solo or as a group. And the first impression of walking and greeting was nice and very welcoming and was fast not busy at all to be seats this spot is perfect for book lovers to grab some lunch enjoy the natural light and dim atmosphere with elegance of design and decor. They open at 11am and we went there Tuesday where they have $6 dollars sangria which was a different style of taste had more citrus and light taste not so much of strong deep red wine flavor very light red but sweet and I also learned from my new friend who came to join me that they use there own flavor enhanced that are made from scratch to add a different kind of taste to the drink to make it more handcrafted and unique. Definitely will try that next time I visit. we also did lunch special where you get a half sandwich with a choice of rosemary tots or fries for $11 dollars. She recommended the duck sandwich it's fan favorite at the restaurant from the server who was helping us decide which one is the best. This sandwich was delicious and sweet and savory with full amount of richness to it and to breakthrough was the fig jam absolutely delicious. Unlocked a new version of sandwich and it was worth it the rosemary fries were definitely a showstopper they had both combined flavors of rosemary in a way where it hits your pallet as soon as you taste you get that light taste of rosemary and that classic crispy and airy taste of fries next time I would probably do that combo where you have a salad with the fries and champagne. They also have an event coming up where it course dinner inspired East Asian wine Nov 10th if you need plans this week I would certainly try this and they showcase the menu of what they will be serving throughout the night. But if you can't make it stayed tuned for more events on there site under special events. Want to go to a wine bar that had good lunch and wine selection nearly 200 choices and host dinner parties this is definitely my kind of place plus if your near the Ghent area of Norfolk definitely add this to your list to dine in for lunch or dinner you will not be disappointed. read more

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Not my first time here, but this is one of my favorites when I am visiting near the Chrysler. The place is beautiful and quiet , and nice for a solo lunch or date night. They do amazing events, so I may have to take off early to join in. If you're a wine lover this place is a must. They have a few specials for everyday , happy hour , great wine selection , a very diverse menu. I love the staff there , super friendly and accommodating. My food order is always the Thai coconut mussels & Spanakopita sandwich with Rosemary tots. The Duck Confit sandwich is a close second. read more

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I am very disappointed with the experience I had last night with a group of mom friends . We booked a reservation 1.5 months ago to enjoy an intimate Mother's Day dinner out together. I ordered a $125 bottle of wine from Bordeaux, France for the table to share with our meal and was not able to finish it or enjoy more of it (we had to cork it) because we were rushed out to leave: "there is another reservation for this table at 7:45" (although by That time the rest of the tables in the room were completely empty! ) What if we wanted to keep ordering desert? (Potential extra revenue lost ) For a place like this and for the group we had, you order a table for the night. Also, my 8oz filet mignon was an uneven cook (one of the higher cost meals on the menu) , but because we were constantly told "there's another reservation for this table at 7:45" I felt I had to eat it as is. The waitress asked more "are you finished" questions with our food (feeling rushed) than "How is your food" Completely unacceptable service for a place and meal like this, especially when all the other tables around us were completely unoccupied! It is sad, because Press 626 did not used to be this way, and the service and quality of the food has declined. I will not be going back and will advise those looking for a nice quality, intimate, and leisurely meal in the 757 area to stay away. Do better. read more

I had a GREAT time at 626 Wine Bar! It's been on my list since we moved here two years ago. We came with another couple and made it a double date night :) FOOD: Gosh we ordered SO MANY things. The night we came they had run out of a few things on the menu - idk if that's normal or not - so our choices were a bit slim. We decided just to order several small plates and share it all. The LAMB MEATBALLS were exquisite and juicy. The WARM BEETS & BRUSSELS were surprisingly yummy. I've never had that combination before, but the toasted almonds and the spicy coconut cream really brought the flavors together so well. The CHEAP DATES are wrapped in bacon and placed over blue cheese sauce - I'm not the biggest fan of bacon, so I just took a bite, and the flavors worked well together; I'd never think to wrap a date in bacon. The JUMBO FRIED SHRIMP was one of my favorite dishes, mainly because the breading wasn't thick and crusty like most places. SERVICE: Our server was friendly and suggested many things! The food came out promptly - no complaints there. ATMOSPHERE: Intimate and romantic (if you want it to be). The first floor was all booked up, so they offered to sit us upstairs, which was a great choice. It's quieter upstairs, but that was totally fine for us because we didn't have to scream at each other when we talked. Downstairs is a lot louder. Will I return? Yeah, it is a sweet date night spot. And it's a great place to take out-of-town folks. read more

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Popped in for drinks while we did a bike ride in the neighborhood. The staff were friendly and helpful especially with our helmets. The wine selection was great and their cocktails were well prepared. We did t get food but everything we saw come out looked great. They definitely get busy but it wasn't too loud at any point. Fun spot to enjoy a bar seat. read more

We had such a lovely experience here for both happy hour, tapas Tuesday, and our date night! We made a reservation for a table but ended up just staying at the bar because it was cozy and the bartender was personable, attentive, and friendly. We came during their happy hour which is TUES-FRI 4-6PM when they offer $6 glasses of wine. Tapas Tuesday was also going on which had discounts on their cheese plates & appetizers. Their rose wine by the glass was very good - it was a French rose and had good flavor. For food we tried 5 items: * House made Jalepeno pimento cheese dip * Basket of Rosemary French fries with homemade ranch * Pork & Scallion Dumplings * Miso Glazed Salmon. * Seasonal Thai tea creme brûlée (DESSERT) Seriously when I say that EVERYTHING we ordered was absolutely delicious I mean it. We cleaned every single plate. Highly recommend coming here and checking out not only their wine selection and lovely bar but their food! I can't imagine you can go wrong with any of their menu items because out of 5 things we loved every single one! PRO TIP: they have a small parking lot behind the building for customers! Also a small patio on the front porch with 3 bistro style tables. (Well behaved) Dogs are allowed on the patio! read more

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For the last 10 years I have lived only half a mile away but had never been. I am kicking myself in the butt for waiting so long. Let me start with the staff our waiter, Tristan was fantastic. he was very attentive with a great sense of humor, and the host was equally so. They sat us immediately in a quiet area so we could talk and laugh without being drowned out by crowd noise. We went during happy hour and enjoyed the. Blanc de Blanc and the sangria. It was tapas Tuesday, so we got $2 dollars off the small plates during happy hour. They were all delicious. I highly recommend the button mushrooms, and the dumplings. See the pictures. read more

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I love this wine bar, it is unique in the fact that it is housed, and it appears to be a historic home that has been renovated and outfitted to serve as a restaurant. The restaurant is gorgeous and cozy. The staff were friendly and are more than happy to give recommendations based on your personal taste if it is your first time. They offer a lot of tapas it's ball plates, which were delicious. It's a moderately priced restaurant. There are certain items that can be a little on pricer side, but for the most part, everything is moderately priced for a wine bar. It's a great little neighborhood gem. read more

Great place for a dinner date night! The food was delicious. Had a reservation and got seated right away. We'll definitely be back for many more date nights there! read more

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I went here for the first time in a long time, and I was a little nervous as my dietary habits have changed. But, it was a nice experience! The service and food were great! The wine is always good of course! I started with Parmesan truffle tater tots. The shrimp and grits had more oil than I'm used to, but I was able to eat and enjoy it. The pumpkin crème brûlée was delicious! They have outdoor and indoor seating so you have options. The atmosphere is so welcoming. read more

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The service and aesthetics of this place are both incredible. I would highly recommend coming to this place any day of the week. The food and wine were delicious, so delicious that I actually forgot to take pictures of them all. All I got were the desserts lol the crème brûlée was good, but it could've been a little bit richer. The bread pudding was AMAZING. Very rich and moist bread, wasn't too sweet. read more

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Absolutely loved this spot! Such a cozy and inviting wine bar with an amazing deal on Wednesdays $10 wine flights that are definitely worth it. The atmosphere was warm and comfortable, and I didn't have to wait at all to be seated. The staff was super friendly and made the whole experience even better. The food was a huge highlight too delicious and very reasonably priced. I had the burger with goat cheese and peppers, plus a side of tater tots, all for just $15, and it was fantastic. Great food, great wine, and great vibes. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Cute little wine bar a little outside of the immediate downtown area. Came in for an early dinner and was quickly sat in their upstairs speakeasy. Our server was super helpful and let us know about all the deals happening that day. It was somm Saturday when we went so 20% off hand selected bottles of wine. I wasn't planning on buying a bottle, but as soon as I tasted my wine, I knew I had to get the bottle lol. I got the spanakopita grilled cheese with fries and an order of bacon wrapped dates. If you like blue cheese, you def need to get the dates. All the flavours compliment each other so well. And the spanakopita grilled cheese was exactly what I was expecting and that was 10/10. Sourdough was buttery with a little crunch. Cheese mixture was stunning and my only note was that I wish the spinach was chopped a little smaller. No biggie tho. This place is nice if you're looking to try something a little bit on the nicer side, if you're a wine aficionado, or just want some good food and drink, definitely come here! read more

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Brought my co-workers for a work lunch and I had highly recommended Press and everyone was happy with the options and food. I had the burger and ordered it medium rare and it shop well done which is very disappointing. A friend had the salmon BLt because I recommended and they enjoyed it. All in all a good option for lunch but keep in mind their size and make a rez or show up early. read more

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I have patronized this place a couple of times. The service at the bar and dining area is good. The servers were attentive. The salmon and salad is really good and tasty. read more

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Food was delicious & service was great! Our server gave great recommendations and we enjoyed everything! :) read more

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This spot is so cute and intimate, perfect for a date night or girls night out. They have a hugee book full of different wine options. So many to choose from varying from white wines to red and dark wines. They also have a happy hour menu with a few bite size selections and hand crafter cocktails. I decided to get a chacturie board and a sangria. The sangria was really good. The chacaturie board was good as well. The service here was really great! I felt welcomed and our server was attentive and helped narrow our selections down to what the customers favorites our. read more

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One of my favorite spots in Norfolk/Ghent area. This is a pure wine bar with amazing food & hospitality. No matter how often I visit, I receive 5 star treatment from staff w/ food/drinks to match. Happy hour is Mon-Sat, 4-6pm. They have bar seating, about 10 spots with good amount of seating inside with a few options right outside on the porch. It's a huge white building on the corner, across from the hospital. ALSO, it's a VIBE when you get in here! The music is on point - when I was here recently, they played SZA's entire album. My go to is the Cheap Date, it comes on a bed of blue cheese (mind you, I don't care for blue cheese) and I was surprised how everything paired. The sweetness of the dates, the Smokey bacon, and the sour taste of blue cheese married well. Wine choices are immense & the staff are incredibly knowledgeable of the wine menu. Ask what wine pairs with whichever dish and you won't be disappointed. The burger is great - no complaints. The duck grilled cheese is award winning but it wasn't my favorite. All seafood I've had here is done right. My new favorite is the gnocchi w/ shrimp. Special shoutout to the bartender w/ red hair + right arm sleeve (Betty, thank you for the great recommendations) & to the GM (John, thank you so much for making me feel at home); they're energy make me want to come back time & time again. If you're thinking about coming.. stop thinking. Just get here and you'll thank me for persuading you. read more

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My daughter in it'd me to dinner for my birthday. I picked 626 Press because I've always loved the cozy atmosphere. She had made reservations for 4:45. I arrived a few minutes before that. I sat for 10 minutes or so with no interaction from waitstaff and finally had to ask someone for a drink. The whole evening, between ordering and servi e took a lot longer than it should have,equalingaround 45 minutes altogether. Very slow! When we were ready to leave at about 7, the hostess said our reservation time was up after we had continually ordered food and drink to the tune of over 100$. So.. if you make a reservation, watch your time! Or they will basically ask you to leave! Wondering if you don't make a reservation, is there a time limit on how long you can stay? Bet not!!!! WON'T BE BACK,!!!! read more

Food and wine was delicious! We got the goat cheese platter with mixed vegetables and topping, and then red bell pepper Mac n cheese balls. For wine, we had their Chardonnay blanc de blanc and Bonelli red blend. Service was good! Due to my concussion the noise of the restaurant was a little much for me, but once I am healed, I would love to dine inside. The patio has a rustic and earthy vibe when you walk into the restaurant. Parking was a little difficult if you didn't know the area. There is street parking in some neighborhoods if the free parking behind the restaurant is filled. Definitely will be coming back for their happy hour again! read more

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The food, the wine, the service, everything was outstanding. Highly recommend starting with a wine flight. We had several of the small plates on a girls night out and, while it's hard to pick a favorite, i think the crab tostada and the beets & brussels' were my top two. But honestly, everything was fantastic so picking a fave was not easy. read more

Solo date at Press 626 Wine Bar. Hidden gem in Norfolk Downtown. Craft cocktails and amazing food. Fresh "Non-alcoholic Cucumber Mint Fresh Squeezed Spritzer", "Australian Lamb Chops" were absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly, gluten free and the miso tahini hummus with mint chimichurri that came with it was so tasty and of course I had to try their vegan "Mezze Cheese Board", as a cheese lover is mandatory! Press 626 was amazing, great atmosphere, outstanding costumer service, my bartender Betti was super nice and welcoming. This place is very casual for a fancy place. Definitely recommend if you pass through Norfolk, I personally loved it. read more

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My favorite place in Norfolk because it offers nice ambiance, fair prices on wine and good food. I've never had a bad entree there and love the charcuterie board. Reservations strongly recommended. read more

Great spot! Dog friendly patio-- there's only a few tables but luckily it wasn't busy so we were seated right away. Staff was kind, friendly, and attentive. I got a side of potato salad (delicious) and the beet and goat cheese salad (good, nothing mind blowing), and a glass of Sauvignon blanc. Great spot with great deal days most days of the week! Definitely will be back read more

What an awesome place! Great food and wine. Excellent service, too! There's even parking onsite. I love the eclectic but chic ambiance. There were lots of small plate options that looked amazing. We had two, the fried Mac and cheese and the patatas bravas. There were also sandwiches and entrees that looked amazing. The toughest part will be what do we choose?!?! Highly recommend! read more

Press 626 has been my favorite place to wine and dine in the VA area for years! The service is top tier and the food is of greatest quality. The ambience is spectacular there with soothing music and beautiful decor. I couldn't ask for anything more, thank you Press 626! read more

I've been here once and the cheesecake I had from them was mid for how seriously over priced it was, I also live next door to them and their customers park in our reserved parking for our apartment complex all the time but they towed my car for being "illegally parked in their parking lot" and "blocking an entrance" which was just plain incorrect as where I was parked is not an entrance or exit to either the wine bar or the apartment complex, not to mention I've parked there many times before when their customers have overfilled our reserved parking and experienced no issues, On top of that their customers parallel park in the actual entrance/exit to their establishment on the regular without repercussion. There's nicer places in Norfolk with better parking situations read more

One of my favorites in Norfolk. Have always enjoyed delicious food here. The salads and grilled cheese are my favorites. And the wine is yummy! read more

After several visits over the years I had the opportunity to meet friends and enjoy their new patio added over the Summer. It's probably been four years since my last visit. Although this experience was for drinks it was strong! Previous experiences have been for lunch and enjoyable all around. Great wine, affordable prices, cool city ambiance and service was friendly for several rounds of wine. Off street parking can be a bit challenging, but do not let that deter you. 4+ read more

We squeaked in just in time for a couple happy hour orders! We enjoyed both the dumplings and meatballs from the small plates menu. Then ordered sandwiches for dinner. The food was great & service was nice. The ambience was amazing, we sat by these big bay windows & it was perfect. The food was great! The other entrees look amazing as well but we're significantly more money, so we stuck with the sandwiches and we're happy! Definitely a great date night or happy hour spot! read more

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In the heart of Ghent sits Press 626, home of the best-grilled cheese sandwich in Hampton Roads (and that is no shade). I've been hearing about their grilled cheese for years, and I'm kicking myself for not having tried it before this year. Whew, let me tell y'all about this grilled cheese sandwich. Four kinds of cheeses (pepper jack, cheddar, Swiss, and goat cheese) on grilled sourdough with your choice of either parmesan fries or parmesan tots. I added bacon and avocado to mine with a side of their spicy aioli and it was heaven. Their grilled cheese was so good I had to have it twice in the same week. The wait staff are all super friendly and accommodating and even the owner, Lindsay came out to see how my friend and I were doing, which was really nice. If you find yourself in Hampton Roads (Coastal Virginia), please do yourself a favor and get your hands on one of their grilled cheeses (and hell, even a glass of wine.) read more

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Press 626 is a warm, welcoming, cozy spot that boasts good food and friendly, efficient service. The menu isn't huge, but all the dishes on it are tasty and well-prepared. It's a delightful place to spend an evening, especially with friends :-) Tip: Happy Hour here is Monday thru Friday from 4pm to 6pm During HH, you'll have the opportunity to try different drinks and food at discount prices. For example, on my last visit they were offering $4 well drinks (house tequila, vodka, gin, rum, or bourbon) and/or $15 wine flights.; these flights are your choice of red or white wine selected by the bartender, with no substitutions available. They've also got $6 small plates, including a basket of fries or tater tots, a dish called "Cheap Dates" (bacon wrapped dates over blue cheese sauce), and another called "Charred Edamame" (sautéed soy beans in sesame soy glaze) My friend and I have visited Press 626 several times recently, and each time we've tried out a different menu selection to share. Last time with went the their "Award-Winning Grilled Cheese"; it's made with Four kinds of cheeses (pepper jack, cheddar, Swiss, and goat cheese on grilled sourdough with your choice of either parmesan fries or parmesan tots. I'm not sure what awards the sandwich has actually won, but it's completely Legit in my book, and completely delicious! Two visits ago, our menu selection was their Fresh Mozzarella (homemade mozzarella, NC hothouse tomatoes, fresh pesto, olives, basil, oil & balsamic, prepared with either Traditional or Fried Mozzarella. This dish will sneak up on you, and before you know it you'll have eaten the whole thing and be ready to order another ;-) Thus far we've enjoyed several visits here, and I look forward to coming back regularly to enjoy their HH and sample more of their menu selections. read more

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Always amazing! This is one of my favorite restaurants. The cocktails are unique and innovative. The service is always amazing. This place is perfect for special occasions or dates. Definitely a good time just having a cocktail at the bar though. Lovely place! read more

My family and I went here for my birthday lunch and it was incredible! I loved the homey cozy feel and the decorations. Each person we interacted with were super friendly and made us feel special. One person made conversation and even let us know about some upcoming special events. All of the food was delicious! Each one of us picked an appetizer to share and were not disappointed. I could tell each dish had a lot of thought put into it. My favorite was the "cheap date" which were bacon wrapped dates. The last time I had something similar was during a recent trip to Arizona, so now I know where to go when I'm craving it. For my entree, I ordered the Press Burger paired with the tots and it was yummy. I also loved my Pomegranate Sage spritzer. The fresh Sage was a great touch. For all of the food we ordered and how special everything was, we were surprised with how reasonable the check was. I can't wait to come back! read more

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A classy, well-decorated restaurant perfect for an intimate date night or celebratory dinner with friends!! The service is phenomenal and the hosts/hostesses were super friendly. I came here with a group of 7 people for a surprise birthday for one of our friends. I called ahead about storing an ice cream cake and they were so accommodating about it. Fun fact: they have a cake cutting fee of $2 per person. It was well worth the surprise - the perfect touch to the end of the dinner. But I wouldn't dare end there...the dinner itself was perfection. They had an elaborate cocktail menu, a vast selection of wines, and a short but diverse seasonal menu for food. Every single person at the table loved what they ordered (I personally ordered the scallops & they were *chef's kiss*). We all ended up with clean plates and a few empty bottles of wine at the table. Prices on the menu are reflective of the quality (an entree is anywhere from $25-50). But trust me when I say it is absolutely worth it. Can't wait until the next time I go here! read more

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I went to press for my birthday and was gifted a special off the menu, Gin based drink by the AMAZING Esteban! Esteban was beyond knowledgeable about flavors and combinations and made my entire experience a 100/10! I ordered the Duck Spring rolls as well (they did not make it to the photoshoot), suggested by Esteban as well, my absolute favorite item on the menu! I cannot wait to revisit this amazing wine bar to continue to receive the absolute best service you can get in the city of Norfolk from Esteban! Him alone is worth visiting! read more

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I came in for a solo lunch on a weekday. The restaurant was quiet since it was a Thursday afternoon. I chose to order the lunch sandwich combo and opted for the duck breast grilled cheese. This is my second time having this and it NEVER disappoints. Highly recommend it to anyone who visits. I was so hungry by the time it came to the table that I forgot to take a picture of it . I dove right in. And the truffle fries were nice and crispy. For dessert I tried the bread pudding and it was so lovely. Cooked perfectly and just the right amount of sweetness. I didn't catch my waiter's name but he was friendly and accommodating when I asked to be seated in a different part of the restaurant. My first visit at Press was with a large group and they were amazing then too. Can't wait to come back! read more

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