Chose this restaurant to celebrate my anniversary based on the reviews, and definitely did not have a great experience. I'm hoping my experience was a one-off. The website boasts a 'Michelin star inspired experience,' but this just wasn't the case for us at all. I wasn't that impressed by the cocktail list, so ordered a French 75, which was good. My partner got a glass of wine, which was spoiled. When we sent it back the waitress said she tasted it and it was very spoiled, which is just something we didn't expect. He got a cocktail which was basically a take on a penicillin instead, which was pretty good. Later we both ordered a Tanqueray martini, they were made with Tanqueray ten (which is way better but not what I asked for haha), and the vermouth used didn't match the gin at all, and the olives tasted so bad. So none of our drinks were very good, which was a big bummer. Our dinners followed suit. I ordered the puppy drum, which was cooked perfectly, but just way too salty, as were the sides. The grain side didn't seem to match the dish. I couldn't finish the dish because of the salt. My partner got the chicken dish, which was also over salted. The flavor was good otherwise, though the plating was really kitschy. I will say the meats and the veggies were all cooked really well! Our server was very busy and not very present, which I can totally understand if maybe they are understaffed. There were several times we wanted water and couldn't get anyone's attention to get any. Overall this was a really disappointing experience, and an expensive one. Hopefully we'll find another time to celebrate our anniversary! read more

The food is wonderful. We had a really large birthday party and staff was a bit impatient and at some times unprofessional. The ambiance is unique and artistic. Drinks a great too. read more

The food, the ambience and everything was amazing The service was great. I would definitely go back there again.

Awesome drinks and awesome vibe and front desk Sonya, was super accommodating. Will be back

Great hospitality and the food is amazing! I highly recommend this hotel, it's artsy and has great vibes.

I enjoyed my dinner at the Glass Light! I had the Joyce Farms Duck Breast and it did not disappoint. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, the food was delicious, and the presentation of the food was beautiful. I will most definitely be back! read more

Glass Light - Joyce Farms Duck Breast - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Beautifully renovated hotel - four diamond rated. Great bar and restaurant. Staff knows what good hospitality is all about. Go!

Exceptional service at the GlassLight restaurant and food is delicious. The unique cocktails are worth the expense, tasty, pretty, and as I said... unique. The atmosphere next the the gallery is cool too. Parking garage is available, less than a 5 minute walk. read more

Took my mother here for her birthday and she loved it! Everything was the great, the food, the drinks, the dessert, the atmosphere....everything! My mother was happy so I'm happy! read more

Mixology: Fresh and inventive. Not sweet, juice filled mocktails. Food: absolutely delicious although not exactly daring Atmosphere: warm, comfortable, classy, glass art beautiful Staff: helpful, attentive, knowledgeable read more

We loved our stay at the Glass Light! Such an interesting idea to merge a hotel and art gallery! It made for a unique and interesting visit, even for just one night. The room was tasteful, contemporary, and comfortable. We opted for the valet parking, which made our arrival so easy. The service was wonderful- friendly, prompt, and classy! Highly recommend! read more

A stop at the Glass Light hotel is a step into another time where service and taste reign supreme, the staff in the hotel caters to you every need. The restaurant staff and cooks literally leave you wishing you could never leave, but of course you must. A stay in downtown Norfolk at the Glass Light is a must for all travelers wishing to experience the best of the best. read more

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Horrible walk in service. Manager is rude and a health concern is at hand. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Reliable very upscale experience without feeling too stuffy. Standing the test of time and the pandemic in my opinion. Cocktails here are always a delicious and unique experience. Dishes always impressive. Don't miss out on the sweets. read more

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Everything is perfect. The food, wait staff, the chefs. Best restaurant I've ever been too. So welcoming and always willing to make your stay comfortable read more

I've been to Glass Light five times now and it never fails to impress. The food is extraordinary, the ambiance is spectacular, and the staff is remarkable. This place is unlike any other establishment in Hampton Roads, and feels like something you'd find in NYC or San Francisco. I've tried new items from the menu each time and you really can't go wrong. A few of my favorites include the Gl Burger, Fried Octopus, Fig and Burrata Salad, Chilled Corn Veloute, Chicken Breast, Butternut Squash Soup, and Short Rib. As for drinks - The cocktails are carefully crafted and out of this world. I love the Corn Dance especially. All in all, this is a special place that consistently provides an incredible dining experience. read more

Have not stayed at the hotel yet, but I just dined at the restaurant tonight and we had a great experience. The wine list is a bit lacking, but this restaurant JUST opened 10 days ago and the service is smooth. The food is both perfection in execution and approachable to the diner. I got to try Za'tar and sunchokes for the first time tonight and both were delicious! I would definitely like to dine here again. I believe that this is a welcomed change to the many establishments that Norfolk restaurant scene currently presents. read more

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Hats off to the chef! This was by far the best meal we had in Norfolk over a weekend spent in the city. The crispy octopus had a unique texture: crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. The scallops and halibut entrees were delightful from a texture, taste, presentation POV. Every morsel was memorable - even better, we got to enjoy this selection as part of room-service when we felt too tired to venture downstairs. I recommend this place to anyone looking to enjoy fresh seafood prepared and plated to perfection! read more

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Food was amazing and service was great. Highly recommend! We ended up ordering multiple appetizers and sharing the main course. Our favorite was the hamachi crudo and crispy octopus. read more

I had been looking forward to seeing this new hotel and dining there. It's a very trendy spot on Granby St. that is going to be very popular! Gorgeous artwork and eye-catching furniture, it is a boutique hotel gem. Photographers and models were taking pictures for the website and soon, thankfully, the menu will be posted online. But back to lunch. My friends both had the Seafood Ceviche which they said was very good. I had the Butternut Squash Veloutte (pictured) - a piping hot bowl of goodness with charred onion, Edward's Virginia Ham, Gruyere and sourdough croutons. It was a hearty lunch! This place will get a a return visit from me to explore the menu, and maybe those two perfectly positioned seats in front of executive chef Serge Gouloumes' beautiful open kitchen. read more

Glass Light - Liquid Gold - New American Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Gorgeous hotel. Very cool and unique ambiance. I only had a drink, I did not try the food, but heard from a friend that it was delicious and highly recommended that I go back to have some food. read more

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Amazing atmosphere and food was on point. Positive vibes!! Definitely a regular customer.

This is one of my go-to restaurants for date night with my husband that is definitely worthy of splurging on a babysitter. It is located in a classy hotel with glass art museum. Foodie heaven- food is always tasty and beautifully presented. Service is wonderful. Have had only 5 star experiences here. Valet on weekends is a plus. read more

We had a phenomenal business dinner here tonight. We started with small plates: Oysters, beef carpaccio, burrata and strawberries. For dinner two had the ribeye and two had the seared salmon. The ribeye was out of this world good. And finished with three desserts from their menu- one lemon, one chocolate , one hibiscus Panna Cotta. The service was top notch and the presentation of the food/styling was some of the best I've ever seen. We can't wait to come back to Norfolk to try it again! read more

Amazing art, drinks, and food! Made for a very whimsical and upscale date with the hubby!

We had a nice meal at the Glass Light. We had reservations at 6:30 and we were seated promptly. Service was immediate and very attentive. Our cocktails before dinner were well made. My wife had the salad and I had the butternut squash soup as starters. Both were nice and freshly made. My wife had the rockfish and loved it. I thought it was a tad bland, but it was just the way she wanted it. The duck was moist and well cooked. We were blown away by the dessert and amaretto sour. The artwork really makes the room. We will be back. read more

Our party of four enjoyed the Chef's Experience on a busy Friday night. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were exceptional! The chef and his team were fascinating to watch. The expeditors and the wait staff were more than attentive. We highly recommend this restaurant. Visiting the unique gallery of glassworks was the icing on the cake!! read more

Went for dinner after reading about it in the paper. Absolutely beautifully done. Attention to detail, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Funky and elevated at the same time read more

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I really liked the drinks, especially the one with carrot juice. Super unique. Food was excellent and the space was modern and open. Can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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I always stay at Airbnb's, so when I came down to Norfolk for an interview, I rented a local place for two nights. Unfortunately, for the first time ever, my first night there was terrible and I barely slept. Wanting to get a good night's sleep before my interview, I booked a last minute reservation at Glass Light and I am so thankful I did. The front desk staff were wonderful, the room was clean, and so incredibly comfortable. I didn't get anything from the bar, but I used the fitness center to work off some nervous energy. It was empty and there were plenty of gym wipes to make sure everything was clean. I would easily stay here again next time I am in town. read more

Hostess was rude and poorly mannered. Waitress was friendly but not attentive at all at what appeared to be a slower hour. The radicchio salad was very fresh, crunchy, balanced and tasty. The chicken breast plate was also very fresh and tasty and presented well. Given the ingredients were organic and locally sourced- i would say the food was very good. Unfortunately, we had to wait over half an hour for a salad and chicken... which seems a bit much to be completely honest. My biggest turnoff is the way we were treated and the overall environment of the restaurant. I expected something more mellow out of what appears to be a fine dining experience, but the place what noisy and service was sub par. i recommend going earlier in the day to check out the gallery though. read more

I don't think you should wait over 20 minutes for a drink when you have not one but TWO servers. I watched the bartender ignore the drink tickets coming in to continue an animated conversation with a bar patron (lucky guy, I'm sure he got fast drinks.) The waitress also had a distinct poor attitude from the minute we sat down. Food was pretty good but the slow and disappointing service really soured the mood. I think it would be helpful for the owner of the establishment to remind his staff of what they are advertising as an experience. You have an attached art gallery with million dollar art and a rude and painfully slow waitstaff. This does add up to a quality fine dining restaurant experience. read more

Ambience was nice although in a middle of a hotel lobby, great presentation of food but tasteless. Service was excellent.

We went to this restaurant for their New Year's Eve event. They had a five course meal which was $185 each, and every course was lacking severely. They thought that putting truffle on everything (3 of 5 Courses) would make it better but in reality made everything taste the same. The service felt like we were at an ihop or dennys. For spending over $400 I was extremely disappointed. I would never recommend this place to anyone read more

Classy, fun place. A real gem. The more we see of this incredible venue, the more we enjoy it.

Our valentines getaway stayed with checking at the Glass Light. It's location near our evening destination for dining and a discount with Expedia points made the stay within budget. This is booked as a gallery hotel and is a Marriott property and we are BonVoy members. My husband was excited with the architecture of the old building, we watched it getting renovated, and the advertised hotel's art gallery. Our check in with Valentina ( no joke) was professional, informative and warm. She also celebrated all the art and the hotel's gallery--- building anticipation. The hotel had a loft vibe that was interesting. Our corner room, 9 floors up was a good sized space and VERY clean. The views were fun. The conveniences like hooks and shelves were limited and suggested the room best for only a limited non- commital stay. Loved the big shower and the bed was VERY comfy! Before dinner we checked out the 1st floor gallery. Ho- hum. A few pieces of glass art poorly lit, without interpretation labels and in SERIOUS need of windex and a swiffer is what we found. Not sure what the hype is.... Hitting the bar for cocktails was another disappointment. The bar is small and centered within limited restaurant seating. When no two seats together were open at the bar, we were unapologetically scooted out of restaurant seating,and never got waited on after taking seats near the lobby checkin station. We left and took business elsewhere. We gave it a second shot for night caps. Again no room at the bar. Restaurant seating was remembered as not an option. Bar tender and servers were distracted, the bar operation chaotic... and it wasn't busy. We ordered coffee and Baileys. Got two 1/2 filled cups of lukewarm gritty coffee followed several minutes later by our cordials. Sitting in what would be a business center behind the bar, we were forgotten. The reason we were there was to stay/ sleep in a nice room in Norfolk. We got that but not much more. Certainly glad we didn't pay full price. Hotel Operation was worth the stay, not much more after that. read more

Absolutely the best restaurant experience I've had in many years. The service was impeccable, the food delicious and dinner at the Chef's Counter unforgettable. The charm of the executive chef, Zack, added highly to the enjoyment of the evening. read more

Exceptional meal. Atmosphere was upscale. You can walk through the glass art gallery with your hand crafted cocktails. The drinks were creative and fresh. Staff gave great recommendations. The food was upscale and decadent; I had the octopus dish, which was crunchy and flavorful. Also recommend the carrot appetizer. An overall recommend. Has to be one of then best restaurants in Norfolk VA. read more

In Norfolk for business and pleasure Saturday August 1, 2020. This hotel was a remarkable surprise - and ranks now as one of our favorite stays. This old facility was rebuilt and refurbished in hundreds of details that delight - the sink appears as crystal glass and lights up as you approach; the use of glass and light in unusual fashions in our room, halls and the hotel everywhere made us slow down, look around, smile and actually relax. Staff was warm and engaging, from check-in, housekeeping, everyone. Saturday night was busy, but staff was on their toes - "Do you need an umbrella - it's pouring outside" You're 30 minutes early for dinner? No problem. The hotel room itself was immaculate and pristine in cleanliness. The use of space made the room seem huge. Like many of the "autograph collection" this is no ordinary hotel. Unlike many, however, this team pulled off a visit that was pure enchantment. DO NOT MISS the Glass Light restaurant. Our mouths were hanging open. I felt like the food critic in Pixar's Ratatouille. All five of us were trying to also nibble on each other's plate. The service, from server to bartender, was a perfect 10. The Inn at Little Washington may finally have an up and coming challenger in this place. read more

My friend invited me for dinner while was in from out-of-town because they are Michelin-rated. The restaurant is in the Autograph Hotel. I wasn't expecting it to be in adjacent to the lobby (their bar is the lobby bar). At first, that put me off. Plus, since we got there early, it wasn't very busy. However, I was won over immediately. The service, drinks, food presentation and taste were all fabulous. The decor is sleek and modern. Lots of glass, of course. I will definitely be back. read more