Not worthy of a 5 star review (not everyone gets a trophy)…read more I have the impression that staffing may have played into last nights get together. No slight towards the girl who handled our table, but she had zero time for attentiveness. Bar drinks took a while. Fish sandwich yields one small piece of fried fish with bare fixings on it. A decent city place which was made better by the company I was with.

Best Irish food I've had outside of Ireland. Everything was delicious and the restaurant itself was…read morecozy. I had the fish and chips - very tasty! I also ordered a gummy bear cocktail and I really enjoyed that as well. Service was a bit chaotic because they were short staffed but our girl held it together! Would love to come back again when I'm visiting Norfolk.

Probably the worst drinks I've ever had. Boyfriend ordered a rum and coke and bartender used clear…read morerum and I got a Tito's soda w/ a splash of cream which I think turned out to be well vodka and no soda w/ lemon garnish instead of a lime (and they had limes. The ladies restroom didn't have a lock on it!!! This is incredibly dangerous!! Not to mention there's a mirror on the wall that backs up to the employee only area and lord only knows if that's a two way mirror. It looks like it could be by the frame.

This little hole in the wall place caught me off guard. We were looking for a place to shoot pool…read moreand my sister said she knew a spot that had a little dance floor as well. The 5 dollar cover charge was a little much to me, paying to stand or sit around to inhale smoke from others. The place has 3 pool tables and a small dance floor. The wings weren't that good, over cooked and poorly sauced. The mixed drink are good and you can buy bottled water or can sodas. Overall I had a good time, the DJ was hilarious.

I had the pleasure of visiting Grain two times within the past week, and both times were great…read more First of all, this is a spectacular venue. It is on the 5th Floor of the Hilton Norfolk Main, and it is a massive venue with lots of indoor and outdoor space, with a beautiful fire pit in the outdoor area for chilly nights. I first went for lunch on 04/27/2026, and it was open seating. Our service was pleasant, quick and very courteous. I had the buffalo chicken spring rolls, which were so yummy and I also had some of the Philly steak grain fries. I also attended a private company event/dinner on that same evening. For that, the food was catered and was equally delicious -- but had some things you will not find on the regular menu. Again, an overall great visit x2, and I would definitely return again. A great place to go with friends.

Atmospherically speaking, Grain is top notch. Both the indoor and outdoor seating areas are chic,…read morecomfortable, and offer excellent views. The bar is located right in the center of it all and there are so many beers on tap plus fun cocktails! I visit the area on business and whenever I do, I always make a stop at Grain due to its convenient location in our usual Hilton, plus we really do have such fun here! The service is friendly and relaxed. I never feel rushed despite how busy they get. In terms of food, I have to admit it's pretty average. I recommend it for drinks and appetizers or a late bite. Every dinner I've had has been a bit lackluster. Not bad, but not great or memorable either. I tried the blackened chicken tacos this week which were a bit dry and I found the cucumber salad a strange side dish for tacos. Also had a smash burger which was overcooked. That said, the bar bites and apps were good! Mozzarella sticks, wings, fries, and dips are satisfying. All in all, I call it a 3.5/5. It's a fun spot that I continue to enjoy with my colleagues!

Came on St. Patrick's Day. The Open Faced Corned Beef and Cabbage Sandwich I had was truly…read morephenomenal and should be a permanent addition to the menu. Our servers Nick and Kevin were extremely knowledgeable and helpful with our orders. This is one of the absolutely best places to go in Norfolk.

Great vibes and well-poured drinks, but the service was extremely disappointing. One bartender in…read moreparticular was very unprofessional. I asked to close my tab twice, and on the second request she used profanity toward me and refused to return my card. Another staff member stepped in and was excellent--he helped me get my card back--but I was never charged for the drinks. When I later asked the original bartender whether my tab had been closed or paid, her response was, "I don't f****** know." Aside from that one individual, the atmosphere was good and the other staff member provided great service. Unfortunately, that experience seriously took away from what could have been a great spot.

New bartenders, new problems. These new ones are saying…read morethey're closing soon at 11:30PM And i'm left feeling guilty. Don't like it. I feel like i'm getting kicked out. I don't work a traditional schedule. I'm a registered nurse and don't have a block schedule. So help me let them know that i'm not out here everyday.

Mj's has been a go-to spot for me for many years. Great theme nights, great food and really…read morefriendly staff. Brunch is awesome and I love their food specials. I try to go at least once a week but not uncommon for me to come more often. Thanks so much!

The food and service were so good. I really think they should maybe change the ambiance a little…read morethough. Make it brighter and a little nicer . But we loved it!

I haven't visited 1608 Crafthouse much, which is a shame because I've always enjoyed their food and…read moreservice. The last time I set foot inside their Pleasure House Rd location was at least 10 years ago. I celebrated my birthday there as my friends were kind enough to take me out. It was a Sunday morning and I sought out a place that offered brunch. I noticed 1608 was open and decided to head over, especially since I haven't visited them in ages. When I walked in, I noticed their dining room is dimly lit - much darker than I remember. I was greeted immediately by a kind hostess and she proceeded to sit me at a nearby table and provided me with menus (one food, one alcohol). I took my time looking over the food menu, and in the meantime I ordered a pint of Center of the Universe's Bald Irishman and a bottle of Boylan's Black Cherry soda (they do not have a soda fountain). What made this visit memorable was that 1608's bartender, Hunter, was an old acquaintance from back in my restaurant days. He spotted me and came over to say hi. After my meal, I continued to catch up with him at the bar. His presence made a pleasant experience even more fantastic. I thought I was hungry, so I ordered 2 dishes - Smoked Ham Fried Rice and the Breakfast Burrito. According to Hunter, every item is made fresh in house. After biting into each, you could tell that's true. Both the fried rice and burrito were delicious and boasted lots of flavor. Although I prefer my fried rice a bit simpler (if you give me just garlic fried rice, I am SET), 1608's fried rice (veggies, garlic, soy, basmati rice, 2 runny eggs, smoked ham) had a lot going on, which made for a flavorful dish. I liked the rice and the burrito (Korean style fried chicken breast, scrambled eggs, cilantro lime, cheddar, pico de gallo) a lot. I didn't finish either because it was a lot of food (I really thought I was hungry, haha). But these leftovers turned into a fantastic dinner later on. 1608 looked clean and organized, although I thought it was a little too dark inside, at least for brunch service. That's not a dealbreaker since everything from the food to the service was as excellent as I remember. I hope to return soon with my mom. Regardless, I'll find my way back eventually. Thank you, 1608 Crafthouse! And great seeing you again, Hunter! JV

This place was my mother's day lifesaver. I originally had reservations at another restaurant…read more After a long wait. Even having reservations. We only received our appetizers and after one hour I lost patience since it was only fish that we both ordered. My husband paid the bill and we left. He suggested this restaurant and we have eaten here several times before. We ordered my food to go. I ordered the flounder topped with crabmeat and green beans. It was delicious. I realize it was Mother's Day. So I appreciate being able to place the order to go. My husband was happy and so was I. The food hit the spot. I will be returning here for my seafood dinner whenever I'm in the area. Which is about twice a year.

Just came in for the bar and a few drinks on a Sunday night. Crystal was our bartender she was…read moregreat. Relaxed environment

Our server Parker was wonderful. He was very attentive and friendly and was quick to make things…read moreright when our food wasn't to our liking. My husband had the pulled chicken but was not a fan of the BBQ sauce used to prepare it. I ordered the smokehouse bacon burger which I was not a fan of but my son really liked it so we switched sandwiches and all was right with the world. My daughter in law enjoyed her meal but really the service was the best part of our experience.

The food here is good, every single time I've come. The drink prices are great also. I don't know…read morewhy I don't come here more often! My best friend spends a lot of time in here, so I join him every so often. The service when I've been has been bar* service/late night only, so you have to go to the bar to order (which is totally fine with me!). It's a cool vibe, and I really enjoy going here!

Park Lane Tavern was just as good the second time as the first…read more My friend invited me for a very late lunch, since I don't normally have lunch. She and her husband go at least once a week, and almost always on half price Fish & Chips day, Guess what? It was Fish & Chips day, Since it has been a very bad week I ordered a Mimosa. Everyone in our party ordered Fish and Chips. I had cabbage substituted for the fries. The Fish was huge, fresh & tasty. My plan was to take half the fish home. It would be dinner with a Spinach Salad and fruit. That worked well. The Cabbage was wonderful. I can't wait to return and try the Corned Beef & Cabbage. Service was excellent. The Pub style atmosphere is inviting. The menu is quite varied with a number of European dishes. I've now had German and British. Next time my choice will be Irish. I'm so happy to have discovered Park Lane Tavern. It's an excellent spot.

Yum. Take your partner out…read more Great location. Great atmosphere. Great service. What I had was delicious. Everyone in my party was happy and satisfied.

jack brown's was so so so so good. the place is super tiny and packed -- but not uncomfortable,…read more that's kinda what made it fun. the staff were really busy but still nice, and the whole vibe of the place was cool. i loved all the decorations around the bar, especially all the dollar bills with writing on them everywhere. it made the place feel really unique. the burgers were amazing and the sweet potato fries were literally some of the best i've had. definitely somewhere i'd go back to if i'm in the area again.

My party came here on Sunday afternoon after visiting Nauticus with our kids. The burgers were good…read moreand fresh, but smaller than expected for a place known for burgers. Fries are not included, so each meal ended up costing about $16 for a burger and fries without a drink. We ordered the regular cheeseburger, the Cowboy with bacon, BBQ sauce, and American cheese, the Cobra Kai with cream cheese, pickled jalapeños, and jalapeño jelly, and the Classic Jack with caramelized onions, JB sauce, and dill pickles. Everything tasted solid, but nothing really stood out compared to other burgers I have had. I was also confused by the "dill pickles" topping since every burger already came with a pickle on the side. One downside was the limited menu. There were no chicken tenders or ranch options for others in our group who wanted something simpler. The restaurant itself is very small and does not seem ideal for larger groups. We had five people and needed an extra stool added to our table to fit everyone. Another group of seven ended up leaving because they could not sit together. That said, I would still come back if I were in the area since I did enjoy the meal for what it was . A special shoutout to the waitress with the bridge piercing. She was friendly, accommodating, and quick with service, which really stood out.