Top Rated Restaurants en Cafés in Norfolk

Located inside the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, the City Dock is a great place to dine with a view of the harbor. Known for their She Crab Soup and wonderful Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes. What's also wonderful to hear, and especially so when you're on vacation: breakfast buffet.

Located at Prince Books in downtown Norfolk, Leaping Lizard Cafe offers shop goers gourmet sandwiches and soups without having to venture out of literary heaven. The sandwiches consist of fresh ingredients like avocado, mushroom and artichoke and tuna salad all made fresh daily for the best tasting lunch. Grab a book and relax while you take in a good story and good food.

Todd Jurich's Bistro offers a sophisticated dining experience. The bistro has a charming ambiance with wood paneling and even a Norfolk Mermaid. The bistro focuses on simple dishes prepared elegantly with fresh ingredients. Try the Wild Columbia River Salmon or Crispy Cherry Duck. The restaurant also has a wide selection of wine and you find perfect drink to be paired with your meal.

Waterside District is a popular entertainment venue in Norfolk, VA. The center is home to Blue Moon Taphouse, The Fudgery, etc and is also available for private and corporate events. They have facilities to organize weddings and other parties and has cultural festivals organized here on a regular basis.

If you're looking for refined, high-end Chinese cuisine, then Kin's Wok isn't the place for you - it serves quick, greasy, tasty Chinese fare at low prices. It's not authentic Chinese cuisine - it is very much the Americanized version - but all the favorites are there, from sweet and sour to lo mein. There are super cheap lunch specials available daily. Warning - Kin's Wok only accepts cash so be sure to have some if you're dropping by. Call for opening hours.

Voila has an eclectic yet subdued feel that makes it easily enjoyable for a quiet dinner or a celebratory dinner date. The menu is filled with European dishes, mainly French cuisine, and the chef is constantly updating and adding the freshest dishes to keep the buzz alive. An extensive wine list, full bar and soft lighting make for a perfect date night out.