Finding 10-Top was fortunate and completely random. On one of my explorations, I noticed it tucked into a mini-strip mall next to a laundry mat. The unusual sign, a red and black circle (the colors of anarchism!) and bold lettering drew my attention. The window display of vintage/odd toys kept it and the door collaged with band flyers sealed the deal. It was closed at the time, but I knew I'd be back. A few days latter, I was. The inside was better than expected a "WE HAVE WINE" sign displayed prominently near the drink cooler, swag section. Quotes of the famous adorn the walls, in chalk so they can be changed based on whim (I hope). Gandhi, Toni Morrison, F. Scott-Fitzgerald to name a few. Everything on the walls likely has a story, known only to the initiate. I am but a humble pilgrim, seeking knowledge that is withheld, but the meatloaf sandwich did not disappoint. 10-Top has been a Norfolk/Ghent institution since 2001, the current owners have been in charge since 2011. Everyone I have met here smiles a lot. They are enthusiastic about the food they serve. Do you want to have a bowl of soup for your side? No problem! Everything is made in house, except the bread but its great. Nothing is the same-same here. Everything you think you know, has been reinvented, reinterpreted, and reimagined in the best ways possible. You will not be disappointed. read more

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The service was excellent and friendly. It's a little place but cozy and comfortable. The salmon was super delicious as well as crab cakes. The vegetables were plenty; could have used just a tad more seasoning or butter but overall excellent read more

5 years later and this place still makes the best sandwiches. I came in here to meet a friend and we had a great time. The staff were friendly and the whole vibe is very cozy. I got the Parisian again and it's still just as good. My friend also got a sandwich and liked hers as well. We were yapping for a while and the staff never made us feel rushed. I'll keep coming back. read more

It's so good, I have gone twice in 3 days. Every dish has an array of perfect complimentary flavors. I loved the turkey and apple on cinnamon bread and the tuna melt. Their potato salad is the best I've ever had. They even have my favorite soda, Sprecher! Small cafe with cozy decor. Love the art! The staff is kind and make you feel welcome. read more

Sandwiches are so good. Good and quick service. The caprese sandwich is the best and i loved when it was the special with balsamic chicken.

Talk about bang for your buck. Finally got around to trying the Ten Top when my sandwich craving hit. Did not disappoint! A local hole in the wall in an unassuming shopping plaza off Colley Ave. Small but mighty menu! Order at the front and the food comes to your table. The place has a very comforting, local vibe to it. Will be returning to sample other menu items for sure! read more

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This is my favorite place to get lunch. Their soups are out of this world good, and their sandwiches are delicious. The potato salad alone is worth a trip. They do have some tables if you want to stay in, but those can be full up at lunch. Takeout is never a problem. read more

Everything is just as delicious and top notch as it was 10 years ago. Their sandwiches are so perfectly made. I love their coleslaw and potato salad. I've tried multiple soups there and they were all excellent. I can confidently say their sweet and sour soup is one of the best things I have ever had! 10/10, honestly some of the best food ever. read more

Quick and easy spot to pickup a sandwich in Ghent! I got the Greek lamb hoagie, which was packed with plenty of lamb slices. The lighter dill dressing was a good contrast, and it all fit together nicely in a baguette. Also a big fan of the refreshing pasta salad as well! read more

The Ten Top - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Went here today to finally try a sandwich of theirs. I've been following them on Insta for a while now, but their specialty sandwich of the day sounded too good, and I had off for the day. So, I drove over to try some food, and when I got there, the place was packed. Very busy, very small parking lot, luckily there's a neighborhood you can park along on. I went inside and first thing I noticed was how quaint it was. I thought it'd be bigger, but I'm not surprised, it is Norfolk after all. After looking at the menu it was a hard choice. Their special of the day was turkey, havarti, tomato, baby greens, red onion, and green goddess aioli on a french baguette. Thinking about it now, I really should've gotten it! It sounds great still. Instead, I opted for their moroccan roasted chick pea salad wrap with a side of potato salad. My friend ordered their country boy banh mi, and I got their california cobb for my dad. They also had some giant cookies and brownies that I was eyeing up as well. Next time for sure I'll indulge. The staff there are nice, it seemed like a hard lunch rush for them though, only two people behind the counter can be trying. Wait time wasn't bad, like about 10 minutes for our orders. We got to-go, and ate outside before it got rainy. The wrap was very good, I loved the flavor and it had a good amount of things spread out inside. So, it wasn't a big bite of lettuce here and a big bite of chick pea there, it was good and uniform throughout. As for the potato salad, OH MY GOD THAT WAS A LOT! I was so surprised the hefty amount they gave. Usually it's in a little cup for $3 extra. Nope. Not here. Big ole scoops of it included in the price. and with a fat wrap, I definitely had leftovers. The potato salad itself was well made, soft potatoes that still hold, crunchy celery, good amount of mayo, and seasoned nicely. Only thing was that they don't have mustard in it, or if they do I didn't really taste it. It was still one of the better ones I've had though. My friend's sandwich was good too, loved the aioli they dress it with, good balanced sandwich. As far as the salad went, it was a hefty amount of greens. It was enough to have for a second salad tomorrow, which was great! Really good bang for your buck here, and I love that they have specials and keep up to date with their socials. I hope to come back here soon, and if you haven't tried this place you should! read more

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I'm so grateful for this local gem in Ghent! This place always delivers high quality lunch/dinner options and you can taste the fresh ingredients they use! Another bonus: they have daily lunch and dinner specials where you can try something new every day. Unbeatable service and cute location. read more

The Ten Top - Lunch special: roast beef Mediterranean wrap - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Best meatloaf sandwich with potato salad EVER!! We travel to Norfolk because I had a doctors visit and was able to finally be there in the area at the time that this was actually open. What a terrific find the meatloaf was moist well seasoned, but not over seasoned with pepper and garlic and stuff that I cannot have this was absolutely perfect and greatly appreciated. Bravo. The potato salad was wonderful. Best I've had in a very long time we came down from Suffolk it's hard to maneuver the streets where this is located but well worth the effort when I called the young lady was very informative very patient and very happy to have our business. Thank you. We will be back. You have a wonderful product and your customer service is excellent. Home cooking Not fast food. This order was to go, and it was packaged and prepared for travel very well thank you again. Beautiful inside very clean and the smell was fabulous. The aroma of home-cooked good food. read more

Quick service and delicious eats. Fun, eclectic, nostalgic decor. A variety of soups, sandwiches, and salads are available, as well as a great local beer and wine selection. The birria burrito was the special of the day - hubs said it was "quite good." I had the California Cobb salad with the Tuscan chicken soup, which was way too much food. I was happy to enjoy the rest for dinner. Will definitely return for more! read more

The Ten Top - California Cobb Salad - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Yall these tuna melts are LIFE CHANGING. It was genuinely the best thing I've ever had. The bread pudding was also perfect. We went at lunch time and there was one other person in there and I couldnt believe it!!! More people have got to check them out it's FANTASTIC. Decent prices too! read more

The Ten Top - Tuna melt, pasta salad, bread pudding - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This is my second time coming here. The first time wasn't even for me because I got my sick girlfriend some soup. She said verbatim "they have the best soup ever". I don't eat a bunch of soup so I said sure and left it alone. BOY oh boy.. listen, they got good everything. I decided to try the baby back ribs sandwich with red onions and pickles? Fire. She had the special which was chicken mashed potatoes and a Caesar (there was other stuff but I was too busy eating my own food) which was MMMM MMMM! And to top it off? The music was bumping and had us jamming in our chair. And as an extra plus any place with a pinball machine is a place I wanna go to. The one problem they have is the parking in front of the store is a lil packed, but it's Ghent area. Just find a place to park and walk. Super nice area and pretty safe too read more

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This is one of my favorite little "hidden" gems. It's not really hidden but it's very easy to overlook as it's tucked between a residential street and a Main Street. This place is small but they've got a variety of soups and salads and sandwich's and meal options. I love popping in for a quick lunch. The staff are always pretty chill and serve never takes longer than 30 mins from start to finish in my experience. They also have a lot of different craft sodas and homemade baked goods. The overall vibe is just like a laid back lunch counter or deli. It is a little on the priced side but it isn't egregiously expensive. read more

I love this place. Since first coming here in 2016, we've probably been here at least 20-30 times. This is a feat in itself as it takes us almost an hour to get here. People often ask me for good food places and The Ten Top is the 1st place I always mention. When I worked down the street at VDH we would order take out all the time, and I only worked there 8 months! Anytime I find myself in Norfolk, we visit TTT. The food is always fresh, it is always delicious and the staff are always friendly. I've had a 3rd of the menu (some things I just don't eat, no reflection on TTT menu) and am always stalking their specials. We found ourselves in Norfolk to see a friend and stopped in for lunch. I had my favorite turkey apple club and hubby had his, the meatloaf sandwich and ordered a bowl of soup du jour, Creamy Chicken Cheese Tortellini-y'all, I am NOT a soup person but I was freezing cold, a little melancholy and needed a comfort only a childhood memory could satisfy, and that soup satisfied everything I needed that day. Hubby barely finished his sandwich because he wanted soup, soup and more soup. We even had leftovers and he finished the soup before his sandwich. To say I love this place would be an understatement. I've shared them with about 20 friends, coworkers and even strangers because they are just that good. read more

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Just picked up our dinner from 10 Top. I got the crab cakes. Have not gotten them from 10 Top in a couple years. Boy was I shocked when I couldn't find but a speck of crab here and there. The cakes fell apart and 99% seemed to be some sort of corn/flour based product with no flavor. VERY, VERY DISAPPOINTED. read more

Great made from scratch sandwiches/salads. Really well run with a variety of options. Soups are a great side and plenty of beverages to choose from. Parking is a bit tough at times. Just park on the street. Really enjoyed everything read more

Came for lunch with a friend. I would have prefered a half sandwich and soup but I substituted the regular side for one of the soups of the day which was super yummy. The bowl was huge & the sandwich was too. Had leftovers for dinner. Can't wait to come back and try different soups!!! read more

The Ten Top - Grilled Turkey and Spinach Sandwich with side of chili - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I really liked this restaurant. It was my first visit, but it won't be the last. They have several tables for seating or you can order your food to go. The Ten Top reminds of a diner without the countertop. The food is great and the service was spot on. I had the smoked salmon and arugula salad and it was delicious. It had fresh sliced Parmesan cheese, sundried tomatoes, red onions, and the Parisian Dijon dressing was a great touch. The owner/manager brought the food to the table. They have Dirty chips - you can't ever go wrong with those. They offer soups du jour, which o forgot to try. But, I'll be back. There's so much to explore on the menu, from salads to sandwiches to wraps. And they serve dinner too!! read more

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Ugh I cannot get enough of this place!!! Not many seats so be prepared to flex and take your food to-go. The food is SO GOOD. I cannot say this enough. From their soups to sandwiches - luxurious flavor profiles and professionalism from the kitchen staff. Tip: bring your laundry to the laundromat next door OR have an early dinner and see a movie across the street! read more

The Ten Top - Orange Dream Soda - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I often dine here because I need something quick, but please do not place my to go sandwich in a plastic tray soaked in coleslaw juice or some kind of gravy that has nothing to do with a cold sandwich. The bread was soaked in these juices and was ewww, making it unpleasant to even take one bite. It is a very unprofessional way to prepare and serve food. After making this comment to the employee behind the counter multiple times with no change, I will not be returning. read more

Drove 20 mins to eat dinner here. Walked in, small dining area to eat. Ordered at the front. Menu were printed papers, special of the day is posted on the wall above the ordering counter. Hummus was good- needed a hint of lemon in my opinion and the Naan needed to be toasted a little longer. Meatloaf dinner- that's enough for 5 kids under 5 to share. Omg, it was enormous. It was all good. The mashed potatoes were creamy. Veggies were steamed Just right and the meatloaf was seasoned well. The ten top wrap it was so good. The lasagna soup(it's labeled something different) was so good. I loved all the tomatoes in it. The caprese sandwich- on point. Although, I should have added a grilled chicken or bacon to it. Lol. Will definitely be back! Service on top of it! read more

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I love it here! The food is always so fresh and delicious. Their daily specials always look incredible. The staff is friendly and food usually comes out pretty quickly. Had the tuna melt for the first time on my last visit and it was good. Also highly recommend the McRick rib sandwich. I think it's the best sandwich I've ever had. This is a great neighborhood spot! read more

The Ten Top - Tuna melt - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Amazing sandwiches and potato salad. I got the pastrami melt sandwich and husband got the meatloaf sandwich. They were both super yummy. Personally, I prefer much thinner cut pastramis but it's not the end of the world. We went there Wednesday night and there were a few orders for pick up, but the seating area was definitely empty. I'm looking forward to coming here again to try other items. read more

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I'm been bringing my Dad to my favorite lunch/dinner spots and of course The Ten Top was on my list. He loves soup so he was happy to see they had 5 choices! He opted for the Tomato Parmesan and he really enjoyed the flavor. It was also plentiful and came with a slice of bread. I had the daily special which was the Pesto Chicken Flatbread and it was super. Loved the arugula on it as well as the shaved Parmesan. Very tasty and the personal size was filling. I couldn't finish it! Always so glad to see that a great local spot remains consistently great. Dine in here or take out without hesitation. read more

The Ten Top - Tomato Parmesan soup and Pesto Chicken Flatbread - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I really liked this spot! Unique menu choices. I got the crab cake sandwich (a touch spicy with great fresh flavor) and my mom got the warm goat cheese and walnut salad! We ordered pick up and ate at home but there are a few tables in there. Plus the desserts at the counter looked amazing. I got the fudge brownie as a last minute decision read more

You have try soups and can't go wrong with meatloaf sandwich. Quick place to get order to go. Has great menus.

The Ten Top | Norfolk , VA 748 Shirley Ave , Norfolk , VA 23517 This restaurant is small but mighty. They have limited seating inside and also offer take out options. The decorations inside feel very hipster / eclectic and they also have a pin ball machine in the corner . They offer appetizers , meaty sandwiches , fresh salads , vegetarian and , seafood sandwiches . They post lunch and dinner specials on their social media page that change daily ! The parking lot is really small. Like realllyyyyyy small. You'll have to find parking around the area and walk over the the restaurant. I ordered my items to-go and decided to go with the Parmesan Herb Veggie Potato soup . It was a little oily but the flavor was decent. I give that a 5/10 . I also ordered the Braised Chicken Thighs with mushrooms , shallots , carrots , applewood bacon & a red win gravy with mashed potatoes . It also came with bread AND a salad. I give this a 6.5/10 . These portions were massive ! Definitely get your money's worth. The staff was super friendly and patient with me since it was my first time. I'll will go back and try some other items. I was able to get my food rather quickly. read more

The Ten Top - Braised Chicken Thighs with mushrooms , shallots , carrots , applewood bacon & a red win gravy with mashed potatoes - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Fun place with great sandwiches. Great place to grab wine and sandwiches for a picnic too

Their Tuna melt is out of this world. I don't even like tuna that much. Every time I take a bite of their tuna melt I close my eyes while I'm chewing bc I feel like I'm not on earth anymore. It's unbelievable how good it is. I've since tried tuna melts at several other places and have not satisfied. But the tuna melts here are the real deal Holyfield! I'll take a pic next time! read more

Fast, easy, yummy lunch spot. I enjoy the small menu and freshness. I imagine it changes so there's always something new! There isn't tons of room for seating but take away is well worth it. read more

Delicious, portions were huge, staff was so friendly, and dinner was even fabulous as takeout. Would absolutely recommend the chicken piccata dinner! read more

Nice staff, great tuna melt and roast pork. Side salad was stuffed in the bowl :) would love outdoor tables but 10/10 will come again read more

The Ten Top - Roast pork sofa king good - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

i love ten top. one of my favorite go to lunch spots. i really only get the grilled turkey & spinach with potato salad bc it's just tooooo good i can't pass it up no matter how good the specials sound (& dude they sound SO good). in general i don't care for potato salad, i never seek it out & i never get it if it's on the table at a party, but ten tops is just ‍ (chefs kiss). i have to eat a bite of the sammy, then a bite of the potato salad. the pot salad is so light and not too creamy, greAt proportion of potato to the cream stuff to the chives- i love the chives (i think their chives lol) it just gives the perfect yummy crunch. the sandwich: i don't think i ever wanted spinach in a sandwich until i found this place (likely the sandwich in the pic from my first time back in 2017), first of all the bread sets them apart from anywhere ive been- it's light, not too thick & chefs always put a perfect crunch on it, and it's so filling without making me feel like greasy and heavy like a mcdonald's burger or something even though it's really cheesy and messy. they were the ones who put me on sandwich melts! lately i've been getting the maui onion chips though & throwing that in a bite as well. everywhere else i need a crunchy chip with every sammy, but like i don't even need to do that here it's that good! and the fact that it's potato salad?! ive tried some of the special soups and they were definitely the tastiest soups i've ever had, im just not a soup gal so i don't do that often. my aunt and i love to go here, everyone is so awesome & not just like fake customer service nice! maybe it's bc my aunt is kinda a regular, but idk ive never ever had a bad experience or meal from here with and/or without her. **these pics are literally from 2017&2018 so don't pay too much mind, i eat here a lot & last time it was just so good i had to search the archives to leave a review hahah! esp if you're local, you MUST try this place. check out their ig for a glimpse of the yummy delicious specials they have daily, like come on.. who do you know has daily specials that are actually delicious and not just bc they ordered too much of whatever subpar meal. read more

The Ten Top - from 2017* Grilled Turkey and Spinach Sandwich. i've eaten here for years, but this is the only pic lol - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Highly recommend! Great menu, great homestyle cooking. And huge portions. Unbelievable meatloaf, and it's massive. Two can share and still have leftovers! Wonderful Shepards pie. Well prepared sides (potatoes and veg). Nice little restaurant, very clean and funky decor. Very nice folks work there. Really want to go back to try the sandwiches. read more

I don't know what it is about this place. I don't get to go often but man is it good. As you may expect (the name), they don't have an exceptional amount of seating. That's fine. Many folks just come and go when they get their food here. I came here as I was passing by and wanted a good meal without all the crazy hoopla that comes with it. I had to get moving but didn't want fast food either. If you're in the area and are in that "don't want fast food, don't want to break the bank, but don't want to spend the next hour being served on" here's your win. This place is just that. It fits a niche that is greatly needed. It's tucked away with a place that doesn't have a great deal of parking but, meh... you can make it work. I personally had a salad and really liked it. Added some chicken and mmmm.. delicious. I hope that this review helps a lot of the business folks in the surrounding area. Come give this place a shot! Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of food to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: no read more

This is a small, local, hole in the wall business that sells a variety of sandwiches and entrees. I live super close to Ten Top so I get food here all the time! There's some room for dining in the restaurant and limited parking space so I prefer to take my food to go in case it's busy. I always get the tuna cheddar melt sandwich when I come here. Their tuna salad is made fresh!! I've tried several of their other items (lab hoagie, chicken walnut wrap, and the meatloaf sandwich) and nothing beats this sandwich. It's so filling and always lasts me two meals. In case you're not a tuna person, then I'd recommend the meatloaf sandwich which is also a solid 5/5. Their staff is also always kind and service is great! They usually have delicious brownies at the register as well in case you have a sweet tooth :) read more

The Ten Top - Quick dinner stop - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Amazing service, flavorful food that you will CRAVE, Ghent's local go-to for unique twists on amazing dishes. I have been going here for over a decade and literally never ever disappointed. They are run by a local husband and wife team and always delightful staff. You can't go wrong with ANY dish. The daily soup specials are perfect on a rainy day. The decor inside is funky with vintage toys and a local booksellers corner. Do not sleep on Ten Top! Love y'all! read more

The Ten Top - California Cobb Salad - American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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