Best Casual Restaurants in Norfolk

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

Regions

Norfolk / Virginia Beach

Neighborhoods

ChesapeakeNorfolkPortsmouthSuffolkVirginia Beach

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

31 restaurants available nearby

1. 219 Bistro

4.5

Awesome(560)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 3 times today

219 Bistro is centrally located in the vibrant downtown district of Norfolk VA. Open Wednesday - Saturday, offering Happy Hour 4pm - 6pm. Join us for the best outdoor dining in downtown Norfolk. Our menu features are sure to please everyone offering innovative appetizers, burgers, tacos and chef inspired entrées.

2. 456 Fish

4.6

Exceptional(1451)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Norfolk

Booked 5 times today

456 Fish offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy a night out. Our menu is for seafood lovers but offers plenty to choose from for every palate. Best Happy Hour in Norfolk seven days a week at the bar and lounge till 6pm. Our heated patio is a great place to enjoy a drink and take in the downtown scene. Located next door to The Scope arena and Chrysler Hall, we are the perfect place to enjoy dinner before going to a show.

3. Grain

4.4

Awesome(540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Grain Rooftop Beer Garden!Enjoy Cold Brews & Rooftop Views in Downtown Norfolk - Grain is downtown Norfolk's scene-setting destination to unwind. With one of the best selections of craft beer in Norfolk, our rooftop bar offers a terraced patio with spectacular views of the Elizabeth River. Surrounded by the patio's landscaped trees and atmospheric lighting, sip a hand-crafted cocktail or craft beer socializing with guests and locals around the fire pit.We are accepting Walk-ins only. We invite you to stop in an explore Norfolk’s only rooftop beer garden at your leisure. Thank you for choosing Grain as your dining destination! Heightened Covid-19 Prevention Procedures with Outdoor seating available (Weather Permitted). Dining reservations are limited to 90 minutes to ensure all of our guests get an opportunity to enjoy Grain! Incomplete parties will be seated once all guests have arrived. Parking is located in Plume Street garage attached to the rear of the hotel.

A photo of Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant restaurant

4. Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(214)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Norfolk

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant, Norfolk, Virginia.We offer the alluring and relaxing nature of an authentic Irish pub and the warmth of a Gaelic home kitchen.Our dark wood interiors, full of cozy nooks and beautifully sculpted bars will transport you to Ireland of old.Great Food • Great Music • Great Craic, you’ll always feel like a local in Grace O'Malley's

A photo of Hair of the Dog - Granby restaurant

5. Hair of the Dog - Granby

4.3

Awesome(30)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Locally owned and operated Hair of the dog serves up a delightful spin on classic comfort foods and traditional breakfast offerings.

6. Town Point Club

(0)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Norfolk

You’re invited to an exclusive “guest pass” dining experience at Norfolk’s finest private social club, The Town Point Club.This reservation includes ‘guest pass access’ to our private members club, and guests are required to pay with credit card.Member events, benefits, charge privileges, etc…are for members only.We have a Business Casual Dress Code that is enforced. Those not adhering to the dress code will not have access to the clubAs guest passes are limited, while enjoying the Club please ask about your invitation to Club Membership for future “ALL ACCESS” Club privileges to Dine. Host. Connect. Network. And Play.The Town Point Club is Norfolk’s leading community for purpose & connection in the heart of the downtown business district.

A photo of Chef's Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant

7. Chef's Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

Exceptional(353)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Norfolk

Booked 13 times today

At only 65 seats, Chef's has an intimate but edgy ambiance and an eclectic dining experience. Located on Colley Avenue, Chef’s Kitchen & Cocktails offers an upscale but comfortable, quality dining experience.Please leave children at home and enjoy the atmosphere.(ADULTS ONLY!)

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8. Blue Moon TapHouse

3.5

Very Good(80)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Blue Moon TapHouse was born from the creative inspiration of bringing craftsmanship to life. The menu marries the art of cooking with the art of beer in an open kitchen. The Tavern features live music and authentic art by local artists. The TapHouse boasts 22,550 square footage and connects Waterside Drive to the Elizabeth River waterfront in the heart of downtown Norfolk, Virginia. Blue Moon TapHouse at Waterside District features three unique dining and entertainment experiences throughout the venue. The tavern area, with comfortable, booth-style seating, features a custom designed circular bar serving a collection of featured beers on tap, a stage for intimate, live music performances and an outdoor patio. From the tavern room, the venue flows into a dynamic, central area that opens up to a high, vaulted ceiling with a large skylight and a significant, exposed kitchen for one-of-a-kind dining experiences.

9. Privilege

4.5

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Portsmouth

Booked 11 times today

Privilege Restaurant is an upscale gem, nestled in the heart of Olde Towne Portsmouth that caters to individuals 21 and older only. Our menu fuses the best of steakhouses and seafood, offering a refined culinary experience. Savor handcrafted cocktails that complement our exquisite dishes in our elegant ambiance. Join us for live entertainment on select nights, adding a touch of vibrancy to your evening.Reserve your spot at Privilege for a night of culinary excellence and indulgence.

10. Crawford

4.2

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

Booked 1 time today

William Crawford of Portsmouth, Virginia, was a man woven deeply into the fabric of hiscommunity’s history. Crawford was known for his ambition and unwavering commitment to Portsmouth's people. He worked tirelessly to improve the shipyards, establishing Portsmouth as a respected site for shipbuilding. Under his influence, Portsmouth became known as a welcoming harbor, a town where people could start anew.The Crawford Restaurant was designed to provide a one-of-a-kind, off-the-radar, localencounter that adds richness and detail to the Portsmouth dining scene by embracingits history with a touch of modern intricacies. The vision of The Crawford Restaurant isto inspire and provoke an exploration of your palate to savor, sip, and discoversomething wonderfully new. The dishes created, the spices we have chosen,and the aroma of the candles at each table are hand-selected to create memories andintriguing stories that leave our guests yearning for more.

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TerryKVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food and service was outstanding! We were pleasantly surprised with the food. The deviled eggs were fresh and delicious. We will be back next time we are in the area.
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219 BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.5
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Patti & Gene
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Authentic Irish Pub vibe. Great food true to Ireland's taste. Wait staff eager to assist always smiling.
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Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Irish• Norfolk
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4.6
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KimberlyVIP
Virginia •62 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 8, 2025
Great as always. Love the new menu, wonderful idea. Always enjoy our time here. We'll be back soon.
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456 FishPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Norfolk
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4.6
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Venus
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Great music and great food. I would definitely recommend to others.
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GrainPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.4
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Craig
Virginia •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 15, 2024
The food was excellent, especially the shrimp and grits... full of flavor and the right amount of kick. The service matched the food. The shrimp and grits alone are reasons to come back, but I look forward to trying something from the rest of the menu which looked appetizing.
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Hair of the Dog - GranbyPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.3

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