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Saltine, Norfolk, VA

Saltine

4.4 (2409)
$30 and under
Seafood
100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Enjoy the region's finest fresh seafood in the sophistication of Saltine. A street level seafood restaurant in Downtown Norfolk, Saltine offers a chic, airy space for diners to savor seasonal shellfish, seafood and spirits. Enhancing the locally-sourced menu, the restaurant's black distressed millwork, old-world detailing, and mosaic tile floors blend historical authenticity with modern elegance that flows from the dining space to the bar. Exposed brick hints of the historic Decker building and large globe lighting offers an ambient vibe.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Website
    http://saltinenorfolk.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
  • Location
    100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510
  • Neighborhood
    Norfolk
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Chef's Table: Great Gatsby Cocktail Dinner

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Sep 11, 2025 only
    Step into the Roaring Twenties with our Great Gatsby Cocktail Dinner at Saltine! Enjoy a 4-course feast featuring expertly crafted cocktails and decadent food pairings as our Chief Mixologist and Executive Chef lead you through live demonstrations. Indulge in the glamour and extravagance of the Jazz Age with an evening of culinary artistry, dazzling drinks, and a truly unforgettable atmosphere. ✨ We encourage all guests to embrace the theme of the evening! These dinners are all about creating an immersive and engaging experience—so don your finest 1920s attire, sip on Prohibition-style cocktails, and enjoy an evening of elegance, indulgence, and great company. 🎩 Tickets are limited—reserve your spot today! 🍸 1st Course 🍽: Assorted Domestic Cheese Lobster Deviled Egg (Hollandaise, Cured Egg Yolk) | Boquerones 🍸: The White Dress Gin | Grand Marnier | Lemon | Prosecco 2nd Course 🍽: Tiger Mussel & Seared Scallop Suncoke Purée | Suncoke Chip 🍸: Sidecar Cognac | Cointreau | Lemon 3rd Course 🍽: Turbot Bonne Femme Chateau Potatoes | Mushroom 🍸: Mint Julep Bourbon | Mint | Sugar 4th Course 🍽: Red Velvet Roulade 🍸: The Hamilton Vodka | Heavy Cream | Crème de Cacao
    Chef's Table: Great Gatsby Cocktail Dinner Photo

  • Chef's Table: Luau Cocktail Dinner

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 24, 2025 only
    Escape to the tropics with our Luau Cocktail Dinner at Saltine! Enjoy a 4-course feast featuring expertly crafted cocktails and island-inspired food pairings as our Chief Mixologist and Executive Chef guide you through live demonstrations. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and traditions of the islands for an unforgettable evening of culinary artistry and tropical fun. 🌺 We encourage all guests to embrace the theme of the evening! These dinners are all about creating a fun and engaging atmosphere where you can fully immerse yourself in the experience—enjoying great drinks, amazing food, and the company of wonderful people. 🌴 Tickets are limited—reserve your spot today! 🌴 1st Course Lomi-Lomi Salmon 🍹: Saltine Sling Gin | Cherry Herring | Dry Curaçao | Benedictine | Pineapple | Angostura | Prosecco 2nd Course Grilled Halibut & Roasted Pineapple 🍹: Clearly Hawaiian Aged Rum | Vodka | Blue Curaçao | Pineapple | Lime | Clarified Coconut Milk 3rd Course Cobia Collar Adobo 🍹: Lua Grog Overproof Rum | Jamaican Rum | Aged Rum | Lime | Passionfruit | Orgeat | Angostura 4th Course Coconut Pudding 🍹: Brûlée Nana Float Aged Rum | Banana Liqueur | Coconut | Pineapple | Dark Rum Float For more info regarding the menu, please visit our website at Saltinenorfolk.com
    Chef's Table: Luau Cocktail Dinner Photo

  • Chef's Table: Day of the Dead Cocktail Dinner

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Oct 30, 2025 only
    Celebrate tradition, flavor, and festivity at Saltine’s Day of the Dead Cocktail Dinner! Enjoy a 4-course culinary experience featuring expertly crafted cocktails and vibrant food pairings, as our Chief Mixologist and Executive Chef guide you through live demonstrations inspired by the rich culture of Día de los Muertos. 💀 We invite all guests to embrace the spirit of the evening! Dress in colorful, festive attire, think sugar skulls, marigolds, and elegance with a touch of mystery. This immersive dinner is all about honoring the past and celebrating the present with bold flavors, creative cocktails, and unforgettable company. ***Menu coming soon!*** *Tickets available after May 31st*
    Chef's Table: Day of the Dead Cocktail Dinner Photo

Private dining

Menu

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What 2,409 people are saying

Saltine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltine offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "superior service." The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, making it perfect for special occasions. Favorites include the "she crab soup," "scallops," and "lobster roll." While service can occasionally be slow, the "friendly staff" and "wonderful ambiance" ensure a memorable visit.
2,409 Reviews

  1. Elle

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maddy and Emma were great! They answered all of our questions and brought our food and drinks out promptly, even with how busy it was for the Fourth of July. The oyster rockefellers were a highlight! We’ll definitely return.

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  2. Tina

    Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saltine was outstanding. They honored our reservation time precisely. Kyle, our server was excellent. He was attentive, observant and friendly. Could not have gotten better service. Overall staff training seems exemplary. When asked directions to the restroom, I was escorted to the door by a passing staff member, despite the fact that I could see it when she pointed it out. Sadly, I didn't catch her name. The food choices go past just seafood, though fish lovers should take advantage of the fresh catch. First time I ever got an entree featuring clams, which for me was food heaven. The kitchen happily beheaded the whole fish at our request, so we could enjoy the whole fish without having to deal with that. The noise level was higher in the bar area, to be expected. It was much quieter in the rooms inside the restaurant which divided diners into smaller groups. Despite the 4th of July crowd, we were not rushed and enjoyed a leisurely dinner. Date night or business dinner, we would recommend Saltine.

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  3. Steve VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area15 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Lobster was very tough. Trout was not good either. Server was clueless and never even asked us why we barely ate. Very bad all around.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    our meal was outstanding. the she crab soup is on par with places we love in savannah.

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  5. Sarah

    Virginia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is outstanding. Have gone several times and never have been disappointed. Had the tilefish and was cooked perfectly with a delicious sauce. BUT anyone who dines there MUST get the passion fruit dessert. Beautiful presentation along with superb taste I don’t care if I am full I will get that dessert!!!!

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  6. Cheryl VIP

    Southwest Florida57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food delicious. Service fabulous. Caleb did a great job.

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  7. Jared

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely amazing… Even when someone did end up sitting right beside us, it was fine. There were still enough space in between us… Definitely will go here again great food, great atmosphere… Fantastic place.

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  8. Shantea

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! From the food to the server Kyle it was truly a great time when we come back! We definitely want the same server

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  9. Leif

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poke, hush puppies and she crab soup were all extremely tasty! Atmosphere is a bit dark but lighting gives the feeling of intimacy. Overall very enjoyable!

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  10. Brianna

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Waited an hour and a half for dinner on a Monday night. I sat at the bar with a reservation but I didn’t need one. I thought the food would be fast but I waited so long the bartender gave me a free clam chowder. After I had finished waiting, I got an overcooked rubbery lobster tail with undercooked rigatoni. I didn’t send it back because by 10pm all of the other restaurants I wanted to try were closed.

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FAQs

Saltine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 763-6280.

Saltine is rated 4.4 stars by 2409 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Saltine

100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Norfolk
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://saltinenorfolk.com/
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203

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