Our waiter, Logan, was great. However, the food was horrible. The lobster risotto, my friend and I split, and was charged $2 to split it. We didn't ask for that. The tagliatelle is a super small portion. The place is not worth it. read more

Varia - The tagliatelle - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Nestled on the second floor of the Hilton Hotel in downtown Norfolk lives a picture perfect restaurant by the name Varia. From the initial greeting by the host to the absolutely delightful service by our wonderful waiter Samuel.. the entire evening was absolutely superb. Highlights from the night: - Complimentary valet parking - Complementary bread and butter (mmm soo good) - Delicious pasta dishes (spaghetti meatball and carbonera were exquisite) - Live pianist and singer duo serrading the entire restaurant, while exchanging hilarious banter between songs - Elegant and high-end ambiance with a very friendly staff - Huge tables and well spread out - Affordable prices and large portions - Pistacchio, strawberry and chocolate ice cream, covered in a chocolate shell - Open kitchen so you can see the action behind the scenes - Palpable energetic buzz throughout the entire restaurant, without being too loud Cons: Not even one read more

Breakfast! Seated right away for Monday morning breakfast. The menu was good, nice variety and prices were extremely reasonable. I was by myself and not hungry enough for the buffet, but for $22, it looked worth it. I ordered a custom omelette, with ham and onions, came with toast and home fries. The omelette was large and full of flavors, the home fries were seasoned heavily with some spices, delicious! I ordered tea, only complaint was the server didn't come around to ask to refill tea and gave me it without creamer or sugars. I really enjoyed it and was very pleased with the pricing. My only complaint was the service could've been more attentive, otherwise, Kudos and will definitely be back. read more

Varia - Omelette with ham and onions - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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We had one of my favorite Valentine's Day dinners so far! Samantha was absolutely fabulous and did such an amazing job taking care of us. Perfect customer service and so sweet and kind. She did not rush us or anything even though she was clearly busy. The service was not the only thing that was amazing, the food was out of this world! From the grilled octopus to the braise wagyu short ribs! Also get dessert! The Nutella crack pie and cheese cake was the best!! From start to finish the entire experience was worth every penny! I can't wait to return and try more items on their menu! read more

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I so want to give this restaurant a lower rating, but I am rating them based on my overall experience. As a result, I will return in hopes of having a more enjoyable experience, they are five star worthy. My bestie's birthday was in early April, but life can get in the way of enjoying friends on their special date, but about mid April, myself, my bestie and two others enjoyed a Thursday night which is considered ladies night in this chic and sexy atmosphere. I made reservations ahead of time via OpenTable about a week in advance and had no issues. I opted to have my party sit in the (bar area) Wolf Lounge... which is couch seating. While it's a sexy vibe, you want to keep the guest count low because sitting in this area while dining and drinking can be a bit claustrophobic. Now if it's four or less, definitely sit here. We decided to have apps and cocktails here, then asked to be moved to a table afterwards. The server was super accommodating and pleasant. Because it was ladies night, the restaurant featured several cocktails and the ladies (not me so much) wanted to try them all. As a result, I asked the server if we could get flights in order for all to sample without ordering about 20 drinks and not liking them since these would have been our first time trying them. As a result, we order all the featured cocktails, let's say a total of 8 and we pay for 8 and charge for 8 not 32. After much back and forth, I asked the server to bring the manager over to see if this request could be honored. After much more, back and forth, the manager declined the request, but suggested everyone sharing the drinks by using separate straws. huh? One excuse given, "we do not have enough glasses to provide flights for your party" - interesting. In this plandemic age, the manager suggested we pass a drink around and everyone taste the one drink using separate straws... as if... At this point, I was completely turned off. But it was not my celebration... as a result, the ladies ordered separate drinks and ended up not liking most. Oh well... The night went on... we ordered apps and entrees. Check out the pics... but I recall, I had pizza to start and a big ol meatball as my entrée. I also chose to sip margarita's throughout the night. From the food to the drink... I was super pleased. The ladies did side eye the calamari... The ambiance ... a live soloist was present this night. I love the vibe here. Despite the mishap, I would recommend you check out this restaurant located on the second floor of the Hilton Main Hotel. Parking was not an issue... we were blessed to find street/meter parking directly across from the hotel. After 6pm, no charge, and it's free all day on Sunday. Live music/bands/soloists are featured on certain nights... check them out before going. Have fun and enjoy life :) read more

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This was an exceptional dining experience. The seating was especially comfortable and invited us to relax and enjoy the singing and piano entertainment. Frank Sings Frank was a real treat with true talent and charisma. The Pianist was skilled and made the evening great. Food was awesome and I could work my way through the entire menu. Service was impeccable. Look forward to returning. read more

Varia - Frank Sings Frank - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Good vegetarian pear pizza!! Cooked well and they provided napkins and such. Fast service at opening. Nice staff.

We got here at around our reservation time, but there was a Karen holding up the line. I don't know why, but they couldn't seem to have someone deal with her while a different person got everyone else checked in. So, we waited a good 7 minutes for her to finally storm off. We got seated, and the chairs and booths are super low for some reason. You will sink into the seating if you let it. The lighting in there is a bit darker than the normal moody where my boyfriend and I were seated. Service was alright, I wish our waiter was a little more attentive though. There was a bit of gaps in between when he would check on us in the beginning. The food was a bit average for what I expected, not gonna lie. We started out with the caramelized pear and the carpaccio bruschetta, with the pear being the better of the two. The carpaccio was almost too smokey in flavor, and looked like I could make something similar at home. The pear was sweet and had a nice balance with the goat cheese and ricotta. As for our entree orders, we got the foraged mushroom risotto along with the braised short rib pappardelle. The risotto was very mid. The texture was that of cooked rice with a little sauce, which is NOT risotto. Risotto is creamy on its own and the sauce is a part of the rice. The gremolata was also not a gremolata. It was just sprouts atop. I could make better risotto at home for half the price. The braised short rib was very nice though. The liquid they braise it in is super flavorful, and the meat was nicely tender. The pasta was also cooked well and nicely thin. As for portion sizes, it felt a bit small for the price. Overall, would probably only come here for drinks again. Those were quite nice. read more

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Varria is a beautiful restaurant conveniently located inside of the Hilton Hotel. After a long drive from NJ, and a nap we were starved; so I didn't care where I ate. Since it wasn't extremely busy, we were able to get a table immediately without reservations. I ordered the Chicken Parmesan & my son ordered the Margherita Pizza. We both enjoyed our dishes. I especially loved the crust on my chicken, the only thing lacking was a tad bit of salt, which was a minor fix. The decor was beautiful, it reminded me of a library, yet upscaled. If I ever stayed at this Hilton again, I may definitely consider a revisit. Great food, Great Service & Exceptional Company, What more can you ask for. read more

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Rachel the hostess was the only bright spot of my experience. I was staying at the hotel and thought the menu looked great and it was convenient to pick it up for my room at the end of a long day. For one, I didn't like how coldly the manager interacted with Rachel and he made zero efforts toward me as he helped her key something in. Just ignored me. I didn't like his treatment of staff nor customers. It's not hard to take a moment to engage, smile, or make even basic eye contact. I could've even overlooked it if he'd treated Rachel with respect. I've eaten at Michelin restaurants and understand small portions. But this photo is my $34 "risotto," which is basically missing much risotto. I ate it in a few bites, and that included the watery sogginess. Knife included for scale. I even went back and asked Rachel about portions, who kindly confirmed with the kitchen this was right. Yikes. For the poor service (other than Rachel) and the absurd portion size of food that wasn't even good, I regret choosing this. Too many other friendlier, tastier, and reasonable portion-sized restaurants to waste your time here. read more

Varia - Cioppino risotto - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Hoo whee was this a good choice. Met up with an old friend and while I was super jazzed about the menu and had planned to get the carbonara once the server mentioned the special it was like the heavens opened and the angels sang. I had the filet with black garlic compound butter, garlic mash and broccolini. It was about a week ago and I'm still thinking about it. I had the Nutella Pie for dessert and it was a bit rich after the fantastic meal so I just had a few bites. Service was great, ambiance was pleasant and parking in the hotel was cheap (validated two hours). I'll definitely go back. read more

Varia - Nutella Pie - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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I thoroughly enjoyed this spot. We originally went to go to happy hour at Saltine but it was to crowded and thought we'd go try this place out. The service was outstanding. The decor was nice as well. High ceilings with live music. There was a gentleman playing the piano singing cover songs. Think Tony Bennett. The food was awesome. It looked and tasted great. Brick oven pizza was on point. The pasta dish was flavorful. I'll definitely go back to this place. They have a large wine selection as well. read more

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Had a very nice dinner here with local family. The food was excellent. Had the Ciopinno which is a seafood dish. Great flavor. Great atmosphere. Food is a bit pricey for what you get and they charged $6 for two helping of bread. The wait staff was superb but overall in the expensive side. Would visit again for special occasions but for a regular meal out it is at the top of the budget. read more

Food and drinks were excellent and Ashley was an amazing server !!! Ladies night deals can't be beat

We got here right at 5pm when they opened and I loved it! It was lovely it wasn't crowded or too loud it was perfect! Dim lighting and happy hour was very relaxing and enjoyable. Our server was good she brought us our drinks and food in a timely manner. Last but not least was the food I loved the eggplant Parmesan it was delicious it was very fresh and filling the plate was HUGE ! definitely should have came here on an empty stomach because I wasn't able to even get close to finishing half! read more

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Underwhelmed dinner date. If you want the quick and skinny...Ambiance was nice, food was okay, price was high. I've been wanting to eat at Varia for dinner for some time now and unfortunately left feeling like we overpaid for our dinner. I'll start with our seating in the bar area which is kind of like a living room experience. One side of our table was a lower couch seating which my husband had to suffer through during the meal. I could see if you were just having drinks that it would be fine, but it makes it uncomfortable for eating when the seating is so much lower than the table. Another couple was seated next to us and you could see their dismay with the low seating,as well. We had the calamari for an appetizer which was decent. I ordered the Chicken Marsala and although it was plentiful I feel it was overpriced for the quality. The mashed potatoes were not a thick consistency and had some cold spots in the food like it had been microwaved or reheated improperly. The chicken was good but possibly my knife was dull because it was difficult to cut. We each had 2 glasses of wine and was surprised by the limited options in the selections. Glasses of wine were also pricey! I would come back for drinks on an evening like Ladies night but not for dinner. Our night cost us $180 including tip so there's that! Definitely not worth it. read more

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Varia has specials for every type of night from ladies to gentlemen's and date night. You really have to come here when Frank covers Frank Sinatra. He serenaded us the entire time we nibbled on the happy hour pizza and libations. Our waiter was very tentative and accommodating being we arrived close to the end of happy hour. read more

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I dined at Varia for a birthday dinner with 5 other ladies and had a great experience from start to finish. I am always skeptical of restaurants in hotels because usually they miss the mark somewhere whether it be service, food, atmosphere etc. but Varia exceeded my expectations. Our server Micah was awesome. She was warm and checked on us frequently, and kept the drinks coming! Also gave great recommendations. We came on a Thursday night, which is ladies night and you can't miss their deals. I will DEFINITELY be back for ladies night. $2 bubbles, $5 cocktails (strong by the way) and $10 personal pizzas. You can't beat that! We enjoyed it all, ordering a pizza to start which was enough for each of us to grab a small slice along with calamari. For my entree I ordered the pork chop entree. The sauce is a spicy sweet taste and was delicious. My friends enjoyed their spaghetti carbonara and salmon piccata. There are other menu items I'd like to try next time. And yes, this place is totally instagrammable if you're wondering. So feel free to dress nice, or you could wear jeans if you'd like. There isn't a real dress code here. Thank you Varia for a great birthday experience! read more

Varia - Sous Vide Pork Chop Entree - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I was at the Hilton for a conference and tried all the restaurant options over several days. Varia was our favorite. Service was on point, food was delicious and very reasonably priced for the quality and being a hotel restaurant. My colleague and I shared the Brussel Sprout appetizer and mushroom risotto along with some wine. The entertainer was fabulous. Would definitely be back if I visited Norfolk again! read more

Came in for their lunch buffet. The entrees varies daily, and also includes a salad bar. The buffet also includes a drink, (their sweet tea is really good btw). Everything featured that day was delicious, I tried a little bit of everything and I couldn't get enough of their crispy brussel sprouts. I even turned my sister into a fan and she's never liked them! Kelly who walked us to our table and was also our server did an exceptional job! She was very personable and attentive. The manager on duty also came by to check on us. I've been here a few times, but this last visit was the best one so far! read more

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Standby because this is going to be a long one! Upon arrival at Varia we met with who I'm going to assume was the manager at the front desk to check in for our party. It was disclosed that until the whole party, or at least half the party shows up that we could not be seated at our table. we tried speaking again with her letting her know this was a surprise party, and that certain people would be showing up a little later due to having been run behind. The manager let us know the policy, but kindly worked with us and allowed us to be seated before our whole party arrived. We sat at our table and initially everything was fine. More members of the party began to show up and we are enjoying ourselves and each other's company. After we finished our first round of drinks we had questions about the menu and the waiter seemed to be frustrated that we even had questions. Immediately after that, everyone felt the tension between the table and the waiter. We had been sitting at our table for quite some time and I finally asked the waiter if we could order food his response was "yeah I'm waiting on you guys." At this point all of us had been wondering when he was going to take out order and were confused as to why it seemed like a burden to even ask when no one was asked if they were ready to order. But still, everyone kept their cool and ordered because we were starving. The entire time we waited we ordered more drinks and had a great time but anytime our waiter was asked anything he was passive aggressive and rude in his responses and demeanor. After we ate, a friend at the table said the last round was on her and we began ordering our last drinks. The birthday girl said she wanted a specific drink and 2 of us said we would like the same. Immediately following he proceeded to then mumble under his breath but loud enough for us to hear "Jesus Christ" AGGRESSIVELY. Still, everyone kept their cool and tried not to let it ruin our night. I asked the server if they had something we could order whether it be a slice of something or if they did something for birthdays and he didn't respond. A while later her came back and placed a menu on the table in front of me. When I asked what this was, he responded with "you asked if we had dessert" rude enough for me to open the menu for a second and immediately close it and told him I needed to speak to him. I was at my breaking point and my group did not deserve to get treated the way we were being treated and I had ENOUGH! So I asked him if I could talk to him aside and he said yes. We walk over to the bar and I begin to ask if there is an issue because of the way he was treating us. I told him he was being rude and his demeanor was as if it felt like it was a burden to do his job. We exchanged a few words and he began to tell me that "well first you were late and I've never had to deal with a group of people like you people" of course I took immediate offense to this (let me remind you, we had not been told about the seating policy until checking in) i asked "what does that mean" and he told us that there was other people and they complained. To which my response was "so why didn't you say anything instead of being rude" we continued to exchange words and I tried to get to the bottom of why he was being quite frankly, an asshole. The same female who checked us in came over and asked if everything was okay to which he immediately responded multiple times "no, no" and I said no, it isn't. I felt the need to come talk to your server because of x, y and z (reasons I stated above) and her response was okay, so you felt unwelcome. OH ABSOLUTELY we felt unwelcome. She said we could get a new waiter but at this point we were at the end of our time there and what would that have done? But I stated that clearly he needs help so maybe we should get him some and returned to my table. TLDR version: The server was sarcastic, unprofessional and rude the entire 3 hours we'd been here because he was clearly overwhelmed and failed to ask for help. We had a table of about 15 and by the end of our experience, In all reality we felt extremely ostracized and unwelcome. If there had been any issues with our group he failed to address them and instead chose to be a passive aggressive individual. His tone in his responses was very demeaning and rude to the point where I needed to speak up and say something. While the food and drinks were amazing, the service was terrible. We tried to make his life easier but clearly our group was too much for him to handle. Had he had not been a passive aggressive smart a** then he would've received more than the automatic 20% gratuity on a $1200 tab. Instead he got the bare minimum and the restaurant received this long review of how disappointed we ARE. Automatic 1 star and it's warranted for the food but other than that, refuse to go back and sit in a beautiful atmosphere with disgusting energy. read more

Varia - Proof of purchase - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Me and my family dined here on a Friday evening. A couple of us arrived early so we were motioned toward the bar where they were having happy hour. The selected drinks were ranging between $3-$5 from hours 4pm-7pm, with half price appetizers. I opted for a Cosmopolita and garlic parmesean shrimp. The Cosmopolita was very refreshing, it was a gin concoction with a hint of lime. The garlic Parmesan was absolutely delicious, the breading was very well seasoned and served in a cast iron. I honestly would get an entree of just the shrimp. For my main meal I selected the half order of Alfredo with chicken added. Again you can taste the freshness of the ingredients in this meal. The chicken was grilled perfectly without leaving it dry, and the Alfredo sauce was the perfect mix of butter and cheese. The noodles were not fettuccine with I thought was ... interesting, but it did not take away from its rating. The bread was delicious and I had to stop myself from eating the loaf entirely. In total I spent $31 ( Cosmopolita , shrimp , chicken Alfredo , auto gratuity ) which was a great deal as I left full and more than satisfied. I believe there is an auto gratuity of 20% added to all parties but I am not so sure. The restaurant itself is so beautiful, from the live saxophonist to the red piano. From the layout of the seating area to the pizza kitchen open for viewing. This is one of the only restaurants that has the food, ambiance, and cost all align with each other for a pleasant experience with the family or for an intimate date night. I will be back again. read more

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A super trendy, modern yet sophisticated restaurant. Loved the overall ambience and the feel of the place. The seating was very unique too, got a nice table close to the live jazz music, with couches that overlook the city from the 2nd floor windows. All our food was excellent, and pasta tasted very fresh and well cooked along with the flavors. We had the octopus, chicken parm (slightly flavorless chicken but delicious coating) and one of their pizza's (forgot the name, some spicy pepper on it). Service was a little slow but it's expected during COVID times. Overall had a wonderful experience. Will definitely come back. read more

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Service and ambiance were amazing! Kaylee was our server and she was very sweet, attentive. There was live music and piano the night we were celebrating my friend's birthday. We had a great time. The food was ok, the short rib pasta was pretty good but could have used some salt. I loved the Carpaccio bruschetta. My Ciao Bella cocktail was a bit too sweet but they fixed it upon. Overall I would say it's great for a celebration or a special occasion but I Wouldn't go there just for the food. read more

Varia - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Had a pretty good experience this time around. Probably because we weren't sitting on the couches with the tables that are low to the ground. We sat in the dining room with this huge gorgeous chandelier. Had their Aperol Spritz which was ok. If only they served Hugo Spritz. Food was delicious! Loved the Carmelized Pear Bruschetta! Brussels sprouts, 24hr pork chop, Short rib Pappardelle were also on point! Crème brulee was great. Tiramisu not so much. I didn't like how it was prepared in a martini like bowl. Too much creme and not enough soaked lady finger espresso. And way too much cocoa powder. My mouth was puckered with every bite. Overall, thank you Varia! read more

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A pleasant Friday appetizer & dinner. The restaurant was busy, but we did not require a reservation to seat a party of three. Decorated in a fun but formal style. The service was acceptable, the waiter was attentive and prompt with all requests. We started with the caramelized pear bruschetta which was underwhelming. The main course was the Cioppino, this dish was executed well, contained plenty of protein along with a healthy serving of pasta. We chose to use the self service wine bar, but ran into some small issues with the dispenser sending wine out of the wrong bottle twice. To wrap things up, Varia provided an enjoyable dining experience, the main dish was the star of the show where the appetizer could have used some work. Overall an enjoyable experience worth the money spent. read more

I have come to this place on 3 separate occasions. The first time was a friend's Bachelorette party. The second was a holiday corporate lunch, and the third was yesterday as part of a ladies' night out before a show at Chrysler Hall. Their wine list is top-notch, which is good because they are known for their wine selection. The food was good but nothing flattering. I do reccomended trying this place out if you happen to be staying at the Hilton where it is located. read more

Varia - Mushroom Arancini - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Daughter had her birthday dinner there and literally roaches were crawling everywhere. I alerted the waitress and manager and they said it was from down stairs seemed unbothered like it was normal. I was scared to eat my food so wasted money and was quite embarrassed for inviting people there. The food my family did try was subpar. read more

I highly recommend Varia restaurant at the Hilton Norfolk The Main for dinner and music. They serve great Italian cuisine. Varia restaurant team went out of their way to accommodate customers. The evening we were there, piano maestro, Bryce Miller was playing beautiful music which made for an amazing experience! read more

We came here last night with a reservation to celebrate a special occasion, and unfortunately, it was one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had. We waited over an hour for our food before our server finally explained that the chef had walked out, which was why nothing had come yet. We were told the kitchen was working on it, but another 30 minutes went by with no updates and nothing offered to make up for the delay--not even bread or an app. We eventually had to flag down the manager (Keith) ourselves for an update, but instead of offering solutions, he gave us excuses. Only when we asked did they finally bring us bread. Another 30 minutes later, still no food. Our server told us it would be "10 more minutes," which turned into 20. Meanwhile, the table next to us--seated well after we arrived--had already finished their full meal and left, while we were still waiting for entrées. We repeatedly asked to speak with the manager, Keith, but he never came to check on us. My friend eventually had to go up front to find him, which is unacceptable. A manager should be aware of what's going on in his kitchen and at least apologize and check in with guests. After two hours of waiting, we finally received our food. It was salty, mediocre, and absolutely not worth the wait. Service recovery was nonexistent until we essentially begged for it. Only after continued complaints did our server, Logan, bring us three glasses of champagne and tell us our meal would be comped. While we appreciated that gesture, it felt like an afterthought, not genuine hospitality. We were starving (our last meal was at 11am) and stuck because by 10pm, walking out meant scrambling to find another restaurant. For a celebration dinner, this was beyond frustrating. The only positive was the ambiance, but the service and food were both extremely disappointing. Def not a place I'd recommend--poor management, reactive (not proactive) service recovery, and food that doesn't live up to the wait. read more

This is a hidden gem! Its a cool vibe in a military town. If you are trying to impress a girl OR a night out with friends, come here!. My husband and I came here on a weekend. He ordered Wedding Soup as an app and 24 hour pork chop for entree-----best he's ever had. I had the Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta and short rib pasta. Ah-mazing!!! In addition our drinks, live music (date night) and server Harrison works on Saturdays) were the best. My husband and I love food and music----this is one of the best, flavorful dishes. Btw---each dish was 32$. In comparison to Raleigh-Durham---well worth the value. read more

Do not waste your time and money here. Olive Garden is way better than this. My parents surprised me and came to visit, on a whim I needed to find reservations quick. Varia had reservations available. Truly excited to go knowing they had a singer & pianist. We (everyone's first time here) loved the decor and ambiance when we first arrived (5 people). Place is decorated nice. We thought we were in for some great food. We were seated one the whole party arrived. They took us to the back sectioned off from the music but you could hear them. Server came promptly and got us drinks. We ordered a bottle of wine and some apps (mushroom arancini & fried ravioli). Arancini was great. Ravioli was mediocre at best. We ordered the Parmesan, Marsala, gnocchi and vodka pizza. Food came about an HOUR later, manager knew they were running behind but did nothing. Restaurant wasn't even 25 % full. When I say absolutely nothing had flavor, I mean it. The pasta was undercooked and hard. Food was cold and lackluster. Gobs of uncut mushroom. The pizza tasted like cardboard. I was so embarrassed to take my family there. My family left hungry and unsatisfied. Waste of money! read more

Let me talk to ya! MATTHEW G, our server was awesome! We were celebrating my sons 13th birthday and he gave top level service. He didn't make us feel rushed, he gave recommendations for the picky kids lol and even took a couple family pictures of us. I go back to Restaurants if the service is great. Now, food was very authentically Italian. I was there the past summer and reminded me of all the places I ate in Naples, Italy the short ribs pasta's meet was so flavorful and tender like I was sneaking it off my sons plate. Drink was strong (). I will be coming back for a date with just the wife. Wish I got sat by the live music but it's ok. Everything was top notch! See ya again SOON! YAAAAA!!! read more

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My wife is gluten free. Before we went into the restaurant we asked about gluten free pasta and they said it was an option. When we finally got to ordering which took forever, she asked for the gf pasta. The pasta that showed up was spaghetti as opposed to rigatoni. Only because we were diligent did we realize the issue. I had to get up to find the waiter because he never came back to see how things were. He apologized but said he did not hear even though we had said this multiple times. He came and took away the wrong pasta so I asked him for the check worried that he would not come back. Nothing was done to lower the amount of the bill not that we asked for it but it is would usually be common when you try to poison someone. So we paid the bill and on the way out we met the manager and told him the story which we assumed he did not know but he did know and wanted to know at that point if he could do anything after we already checked out and paid the bill. If you do not like poor service and not great food skip this restaurant read more

I planned a date night for my husband and was super devastated that this establishment was far from worth it. Although the atmosphere was cool, romantic, and "different", the food was a solid 2/10. As a New Yorker, I knew the pizza wasn't going to be anything I am used to back home, but I was expecting a little better than a lunchable pizza. The crust tasted like a cracker. The cheese was shredded bagged cheese from the store. The bacon was thick and fatty. I couldn't even finish a slice. My husband got the short rib pappardelle. It was 4 pieces of pasta, and a whole lot of oily short rib. He said it tasted okay, but was turned off by the amount of grease in the dish. Will not be returning. Shocked to see so many 5 star reviews. Must be from people who aren't used to high quality, Italian food. read more

Amazing food and atmosphere. Probably the best meal I have had in quite a while. Eggplant parm was THE best I have ever had...wasn't drowned in cheese, had some crispy edges which are my favorite, and had a hint of spicy in the sauce. Varia... if you are reading this- I beg you ....never change the eggplant parm!!! It is perfect!!! Others in our group had the calamari, flatbread, and 24 hour pork chop and all were equally amazing! This is my new favorite spot. If I could give it 10 stars I would. read more

This restaurant is well managed as our reservation was honored as soon as we arrived. The server, Kaylee, was so wonderful. She made us feel at home as she was so welcoming. She presented perfect beer pairings with our food dishes and ensured we were well taken care of by checking in on us often. Not to mention she was so pleasant and funny. We were also greeted by the manager, Rebecca, who was very pleasant as well. read more

Varia - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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I came by this restaurant for a post-Christmas breakfast and the restaurant seemed to have great promise, based on the overall decor. However, I will say that the food was did not meet up to the decor. I ordered pancakes, eggs, bacon, and grits (yes, I was starving). The bottom pancake was completed decimated and it was pretty clear the nicer pancake was plated on top as a coverup. I ordered my eggs over easy but they came out over hard. The bacon was good, so I will give the restaurant that. Overall, the food was not terrible; there were issues about what I ordered and the preparation. At most places this would not be a big deal, but one would expect better at a classy place like this. Perhaps the restaurant was having an off day, since we dined the day after Christmas. Even though the food was an "eh", my Bloody Mary was absolutely delicious. read more

Varia - Italian Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Great experience here. Very upscale and modern dining room with great vibe. Our server was excellent, dinner was great with large portions, and the happy hour drink specials were the literal cherry on top. read more

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Good italian restaurant at the Hilton Hotel. It is an option for families and less formal meeting at the hotel than Saltine. I would recommend from my previous experiences Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Focaccia and some pizza ( I love the one they made with some cheese and pea). Good selection of wines as well, I love Riesling tho. Located in the first floor of the Hotel. They also have a private room available. We booked once and it was very fancy and convenient. read more

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