Marker 20 is a great place to unwind with your a big group. A delight for fish and seafood lovers, this restaurant has an elaborate menu dictating freshly caught delights and a range of microbrews to pair them with. Start your day with Marker 20's hearty breakfast spread, if you have a long day ahead of you and come back later for happy hours to save up on your budget. They also have daily specials like the BOGO Peel & Eat Shrimp Night on Wednesdays which is a must for those with a voracious appetite. Weekends at Marker 20 are brought to life with live music and NFL season brings out the euphoric side of patrons with intense matches and drink specials.
Good vegan and vegetarian food is not always easy to come by in Norfolk but Dragon City serves up cheap, greasy, delicious Chinese cuisine that is vegan and vegetarian friendly. Their portion sizes are huge and they include generous helpings of fake meat in many of their dishes. The staff are friendly and your food, whether it's takeaway or eat in, is served quickly and efficiently. Call for opening hours. Credit cards are not accepted.
This is one of the best places in town to get a sandwich - if you can afford it. Sandwiches are big, but pricey; loyal customers swear that they are some of the best in Norfolk. Customers can also purchase excellent bread, pastries and cakes from the bakery. It is not necessarily authentic French baking but it is a good American substitute. Call for opening hours.
If you're looking for a great, fast lunch, using tasty and fresh ingredients, The Gourmet Gang are the people to visit. They have an excellent selection of freshly made sandwiches, salads and wraps along with a good selection of vegetarian options and some sweet treats. Gourmet Gang is also known for their prompt, perfectly prepared catering so consider using them for your next big meeting or event. Call for more details.
Johnny Rockets has hit on a winning formula - diner-style hamburgers, shakes and fries at good ole day prices. This particular branch is at the MacArthur Center, making it a convenient drop-by spot on a day's sightseeing. The burgers are made from never-frozen beef and there is a staggering selection, with varying types and amounts of cheese, bacon and condiments. The shakes are legendary and are big enough to share. There is also a kids menu, making Johnny Rockets a great, fast family lunch destination. Call for opening hours.
Katana offers decently authentic Japanese fare in a pleasant, cozy setting. The staff are extremely friendly and will answer any hibachi questions you might have. The hibachi is well worth ordering - the meat, or seafood, comes perfectly flame-grilled, retaining excellent texture and flavor. The rolls are standard American-Japanese restaurant fare, and decently priced; there are some good sushi / sashimi combo options on the menu. Call for reservations.