Food was good, but not amazing. I would have thought it would have blown me away for the prices…read morethat were listed. We were seated in the speakeasy area which was very cute and intimate. The cocktails were amazing though.

Spent just shy of $400 on 2 people in their "speak easy"…read more They add an 18% gratuity, on every check; and won't serve you until they make this clear. That alone: is a turnoff to me. I tip above 20% 95% of the time. The food was average at best. Temperature was off on both entries. Taste was nothing special. We only had 2 mixed drinks, and 2 glasses of wine. The 1st dirty martini was made with vermouth after I specifically said no vermouth. I was billed for both. Neither martini was topped off. Both were 1-1.5 inches from the top. Wine was fine. The service was ok. Not great. The table settings are bland, and could be found in a Dennys restaurant. After a below average dining experience; I was a bit surprised with a $375 bill. Suppose I should have paid more attention to the prices for side dishes and deserts. Adding insult to injury: I somehow left my Amex behind at the table. First time in my life. Then the fun began. My wife and I called the restaurant and had to leave messages 5 times between us, to confirm they had the card and to arrange a pickup. Not one call back: in 5 calls!!! Finally ordered a new card. I would not recommend this place to anyone. Stay away from these lazy people.

Came to Freemason abbey for the first time for lunch and absolutely enjoyed…read more Inside, it looks like an older building, full of history, but still nice. We had a reservation, so we were seated immediately upon arrival. It was fairly empty in there as it was lunch time. Once seated, the waiter took our drink orders and bought out complimentary bread and butter which was so good! I wasn't super hungry so i got the soup and salad combo. I was told they are known for their she crab soup, and now, i see why! It was so good. There was plenty of crab meat in the soup as well. I wasn't a fan of the bread/cracker in the soup, but the soup itself was a 10/10.

I have been wanting to try this place for awhile and my experience was average to say the least…read more The ambience is very intresting because of its previous usage as a church. There a lot of historical artifacts and decorations that show me what it was like before this place was a restaurant. My service was alright but not bad. My server was all over the place despite the restaurant not being really busy. It took awhile for me to get my food and place in my orders. But my server was very nice and friendly. I do wish when it came to deserts that they had a menu for the items. The food was very decent for me to say. The calamari was pretty good when I put in the marinara sauce. The French dip was pretty bland however despite using the sauce. I found the moose chocolate cake very intresting and it goes well with the whipped cream. Postivies ( plus other thoughts) 1. Some of the food was good 2. Intresting atmosphere. 3. Parking was not a issue. 4. Server was very nice. 5. Decent price for a full meal Negatives 1. Service was slow despite there being less people. 2. French dip was bland. 3. Lack of anything desert menu.

Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal…read moreexperiences and my personal experiences alone, so without further explanation let's begin!. I have passed by this business on more than one occasion. So today I decided to stop and grab something to eat! I purchased the Philly Cheese Egg Rolls, they were ok. I would probably try something else on my next visit!. It was quiet and plenty of seating and that's probably because of the time and day of my visit. I'm sure it gets a lot busier in the evenings and weekends!. I would definitely recommend and return to this establishment!.

We went on a calm, cool and collected day. The atmosphere was great. Very calming and demure. The…read moreone issue I had here is they were servicing a party in the back of the restaurant and made it very chaotic to receive service in the general areas of the restaurant. Service took forever to get. We waited over an hour just to receive drinks and an appetizer. I'm not saying this happened daily because this was my first time, but honestly just because you're having a private event in back there still should've been enough staff to service your regular customers or just shut the place down to cater unto them only. We ordered teriyaki chicken wings as our appetizer and they were okay. Nothing to call home about!!!! I ordered the shrimp and grits. The cajun sauce was alright. Again, nothing to call home about! The location is off of Airlines blvd making it convenient to my family being that we live within 10 minutes of it. Yes we could've left any time, but wanted to check the food out here. I'm a very patient person, but some places just don't know how to accommodate their customers accordingly. It's really not hard to do! Most definitely try it out for yourself. It's a one and done for us!

Amazing for a Saturday late lunch. Our waitress was…read moreaccommodating and patient with the delayed arrival of our dining party. The outstanding service was consistent throughout our visit. We started with a tray of raw oysters from various locations. It is amazing how different they are. I recommend trying an assortment. She Crab soup was a superb compliment the Lobster roll I ordered. It was nicely loaded with lobster. All of my party enjoyed the venue and cuisine. I highly recommend Saltine.

We went for Happy Hour . We ordered Fried Shrimp 4 pieces for $14 we thought was jumbo size but…read moreit's a regular size. Fried Calamari was cold tiny bowl. Raw Oysters were ok . The fish dip is the only appetizer we like . The worst part the 4 drinks came after the food . Definitely won't coming back here anymore.

Found this place after taking the ferry over from Norfolk to Portsmouth. Sadly most places were…read moreclosed on Monday, but the Olde Town Public House was open! Super fun and unique place, with a surprising broad food menu and a large selection of adult beverages. Our group shared a group of appetizers including parmesan truffle fries, beer cheese pretzel, hot honey Deviled eggs with blackened shrimp, and two types of wings (lemon pepper and spicy bourbon BBQ) We all thoroughly enjoyed all the food. For me the standout was the wings, they were crispy, juicy and some of the best flavors I've experienced anywhere. Would absolutely go back if I'm in the area again.

Food is very good. Enjoy the cafe and their coffee is great! Casual ambiance. Very good at the…read moreservice they provide.

FANTASTIC! Vibes? Yes!…read moreFood? Yes! Wine? Yes! Thank you to John who welcomed us and recommended good wine for our food We came here with our son, who recently moved to Norfolk. He came here for his first meal in town and John treated him to a glass of wine with his gourmet grilled cheese He brought us to the experience : Brussels sprouts -- delicious with sweet and spicy and hazelnut Goat cheese and beet salad: good dressing, nice mix, exactly what I wanted for dinner Truffle tots: yeah, tots are good, but with truffle and Parmesan? Wow!! The vibes here are great. There's music on but you can still talk to people. Seating at the bar or tables or, if the weather is nice, on the front porch. It has an elegant but relaxed feel that would make this place great for a date or friends ( or family!) We will be back And yep, we are back for tapas Tuesday where all small plates are $2 off Hummus -- ok Duck egg rolls good Lamb meatballs : GREAT flavor!! Roasted Carrot beet with labneh and dukkah : delicious Dumplings-- good but spicy for me Miso butter gnocchi with mushrooms-- delicious Roasted salmon-- folks were split on this between "solid" and good Salad of farro and spinach with beets and goat cheese and pear -- this was amazing. The dressing had awesome spices in it that made the whole thing complex. 3 new wonderful wines ! Thanks to all at this restaurant for another amazing meal. You are our favorite Norfolk spot!!

This place is not handicap accessible regardless of the law. I went with six women from a senior…read moreindependent facility. One of us is wheelchair bound. There was a lift visible but we were told it hadn't worked in two years. When the reservation was made it was stated that there was a lift. The manager offered to carry her up the stairs, a very unsafe and humiliating option. This was a very embarrassing situation for one of us and uncomfortable for all of us.

We found ourselves in downtown Norfolk and opted for dinner at Gershwin's on Granby Street…read more Gershwin's continues to deliver a polished dining experience, pairing New Orleans-inspired cuisine with attentive, professional service. It's the kind of establishment that understands both execution and consistency--two qualities that are increasingly rare and always appreciated. The shrimp and grits remains a signature highlight. The Creole sauce offers a restrained heat, balanced by a layered depth of flavor that speaks to careful preparation rather than excess. The shrimp are properly cooked, retaining a delicate snap, while the stone-ground grits provide a well-seasoned, creamy foundation. Each component is thoughtfully prepared, and together they form a cohesive dish that feels both composed and satisfying--an authentic nod to Cajun tradition without unnecessary embellishment. Gershwin's stands as a reliable fixture in the downtown dining scene. For those seeking a refined take on Southern and New Orleans classics, it is well worth the visit--and a strong example of the quality found within Norfolk's local restaurant community.

It would be zero stars if possible. And I can honestly say that I've eaten in restaurants across…read morethe world and the US, at many different price points and this was hands down the worst culinary experience of my life. If this restaurant was in an area that was even moderately competitive they would have been put out of business. The bar seems adequate but it was almost like they stopped serving food and forgot to tell anyone. I swear I'm not making this up, this actually happened: 1) it took over 2.5 hours for the entrees to come out. One came out so early that by the time the second set came out they were already done. 2) The only appetizer that was ordered that actually came out, arrived after the entree was done. 3) One person's order had to be changed 5x because the waiter kept coming back to say they're out. When his pork chop finally arrived, it was undercooked and not eatable. 4) Nothing was offered in any way as a comp, nor any real apology If you go, be wary. There is no way they were this thoroughly incompetent in every single aspect of the food services industry without practice.

Simply AMAZING! From the valet, host, server, food runners and of course the food, absolutely…read moreeverything was amazing. Let's start with Frank, hands down one of the best servers we have ever had. He knows the menu back and forth. He was friendly, attentive, funny, and helpful. He made our dining experience very pleasant and is an asset to this restaurant! Now on to the food. Best she crab soup I have ever tasted. I have been to numerous steak houses and this is definitely in my top 3. Steak was seasoned to a tee, crabcake was full of lump crabmeat with zero filler. I will definitely be back soon and often.

Kudos to the crew…read more My family loves a good time and a good time was had thank you. Food was great, timely and well prepared. We have a couple of Home chefs (if you will) within our family and we enjoy our meal. Our style of cooking is a little different, but we could appreciate the quality and the time taken to prepare the food. The staff was very accommodating. Alexander did an awesome job navigating our family. We're very grateful for the time and the interest he took in making sure our needs were met. The environment was warm and inviting. Our various food allergies were accommodated for. As by way of we are all still alive today as some of us are allergy to various food items. Thank you! This is my second time coming here - I once lived in the area. So coming home and having such a wonderful meal with my family was EVERYTHING!