Fantastic beer and a tremendous burger and even better to be able to enjoy both at Happy Hour pricing and with great company. I selected The Veil as the spot for my UYE and enjoyed an evening of talking shop with the great J David H. while we drank those great beers. The Veil is a comfortable spot in the Railroad District and we were sitting in their dining area on the ground floor. Big tables and plenty of room this afternoon. Which we needed because that burger and fries needed elbow room to enjoy. I'd only suggest a pump-based ketchup dispenser as the packet thing is tedious. They opened here in 2019 - well after I was done with my projects in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake - transforming this three-story space into a family-friendly taproom and restaurant. The full kitchen specializes in indulgent smashburgers and Neapolitan-style pizzas that pair perfectly with the brewery's bold stouts, hazy IPAs, and seasonal sours. We didn't have the opportunity to enjoy the Only You Bar & Lounge upstairs. Maybe that's the next visit to Hampton Roads. [Round number review 1500 in Virginia - 911 of 2025 - 24467 overall] read more

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First time and so freaking overdue! The Richmond based Veil is a beer juggernaut that opened up a second location in Norfolk's Ghent hood pre pandemic in 2019. I only experienced the downstairs on my visit with Yelp friend Bruce K. The Happy Hour pricing was a draw as well as stellar reviews. Parking in their own smallish lot on a weekday was no problem. They also have free off street parking too! No debris in sight on my walk up. The signage is the building itself which is darn cool. They also offer outdoor seating. I started off with a Blend which is a Pale and Pilsner if I recall and it was tasty. The counter service was excellent. You can cash tip or card. Customers can also leave a tab open. The seating is wood bench type that comfortably seats six. The aesthetics of the first floor is high ceilings, concrete floors and walls. The kitchen has a garage door over the front. The space was previously a restaurant, but before may have been a factory, or warehouse. Only negative was music was a bit elevated for talking. Prior to Happy Hour concluding I ordered a $6 on special smash burger that comes with fries. No other dudes are available. The regular price is $12, so this is a deal friends. In about 20 minutes burgers and fries were delivered to the table. The look was downright amazing, so pretty much knew this bad boy was gonna be a hitter. The burger comes with double patty, cheese, Dukes mayo, lettuce a pickle. If something else I'm sorry I forgot. The first bite was phenomenal! Fresh bread, perfectly cooked 80/20 beef which was not greasy. The construction was a masterpiece. The thin fries were cooked crispy and seasoned well, yum! Honestly I could eat that burger everyday. The whole experience was exceptional and worthy of a full 5. Totally recommend checking The Veil Brewing out. read more

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Nice brewery with unique beers. They have quite a selection. This place is huge so it's very good for groups. Service has always been pretty good. Feels like mostly a friend hang out spot, but could be cool for a date too. Nice spot if you're looking to try some unusual beers. Bit on the pricey side, but everything is these days! read more

We stopped in for the pizza, but we were disappointed. We've had better. The selections of pizza were nice, however; the two we chose really needed more sauce and needed to fill out more of the pizza area. The beers we had were outstanding. Pepp Bois carried a delicious and prominent oregano flavor and the Triple Barrel F was so delicious and thick that the glass it was in was left with wine-like "legs." Service was fine and it was a beautiful day to eat outside on one of the benches. Parking in its lot was somewhat limited, but there were several handicap spaces available. read more

The Veil Brewing - (L) Triple Barrel 7 and Pepp Bois. Notice the "legs" inside the TB7 glass. - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I have been to the Veil Brewing twice, but both times at the end of a beer crawl so I wasn't able to fully enjoy the experience. This reflects in my check in pictures which is as blurry as my vision was that night. I like this venue because it is versatile. For one, it has 3 levels, each with its own unique flair. The first level is your typical tap room, but with high ceilings, kind of industrial looking and an open window kitchen. The second floor is like a chill lounge. The third floor is like an in door roof top experience. From what I could tell though, you can only order beer on the first floor and carry it up. Sorry no beer notes this time. I honestly don't remember what beer I ordered each time, but they were both good. And on my first visit I ordered their version of what I think was a crochet. It was I think fried potato filled with melty cheese. It was just what I needed after a full day of day drinking. I have got to come back and make thus my first stop, because it really is a great spot. read more

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Considering how often I'm here, I should probably leave a review lol I've enjoyed coming to The Veil since the presence of Lil Za, but I love coming here specifically for happy hour. $1 Oysters?! You can't beat it. You can enjoy the oysters raw, Rockefeller, or Motoyaki (I believe that's what it's called). I started off with big trays of half Rockefeller and half Motoyaki, but as of late, the Motoyaki oysters have been my fixation. They're Japanese with miso, cream cheese, mozzarella, greens, Japanese mayo, and panko crumbs. They are so good!!!!!!! I can't get enough of them lol I also love the variety of drinks they have. The specials are always good. The smashburger happy hour deal is one that you can't beat. And they just started serving pizzas again so a visit to The Veil is always worth it. It's spacious, there's a good amount of seating, there are multiple floors now with different offerings, and staff is really cool. This one is a Norfolk gem read more

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We come here regularly with a group and it's fine. Probably not a place we'd come to without another reason. They have a pretty extensive beer menu and have some good ones, especially if you're wanting an IPA. The food menu is super limited. It's far from the best pizza in the area and there aren't many other options. The other options are good (burgers, hot dogs, and oysters), but again, super limited and it's really disappointing when they run out of something because there isn't much to pivot to. The vibes are normal brewery vibes and service has always been very friendly. A good spot to check out, especially for a beer, but there are tons of other great options in the neighborhood. read more

Came for happy hour, stayed for the ambiance. $3 for 3 oysters is hard to beat. I would've liked the picked toppings on the side instead of already on the oysters. $6 burgers plus happy hour drink specials. Service was quick and friendly! read more

The Veil Brewing - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Friendly service from the folks behind the bar and in the kitchen. The $6 burger special during happy hour (til 6:30) cannot be beat. Fun space typical of the brewery scene. read more

The Veil Brewing - Burger at happy hour. Very good and unbeatable price! - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Can't go wrong with their beers!!! Staff is awesome. Chill atmosphere and plenty of parking that includes side street parking. read more

The Veil Brewing - Dark lager pls - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The Veil in Norfolk has tasty and super creative beers and a phenomenal food menu! Today we just went in for lunch, and we each got a Smashburger: one with fries and one with chips. The Smashburger was grilled to perfection, the cheese was super melted, and the Martin's potato roll really held everything together. read more

The Veil Brewing - Menu- Nov 2024 - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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We've lived in Park Place for 1 year now, and The Veil has been our most reliable, go-to place for us so far. FOOD/BEER: I liked it when they had Lil Za; the pizza was yummy, but they recently switched to a burger menu, which I haven't tried yet! We only ordered the cheese fries, which were pretty disappointing. They were just fries with nacho cheese; they didn't get creative with the cheese at all. - The beer is always solid, has great prices, and they have several different sizes. - The drinks on the third floor (Only You) are hit or miss, but they switch drinks in and out, so I try something different every time I go. My biggest surprise was their Piña Colada - WOW, it was so strong and so good! I didn't expect that, especially because it was a premix. LOCATION: This spot is so great, honestly. It has three stories, and each floor is different. The renovation of the 3rd floor is quite impressive. Cool vibes, cool music, bartenders are cool, drinks are fun, and decoration is hip. The furniture isn't the most comfortable, but, it's a bar haha Will I return? Yep! We come here a lot. read more

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We love the Veil! Lots of seating, both indoor and outdoor. Great beers and helpful staff- I am the queen of "let me sample like 5 things" and then pick, and they are always patient. BONUS tip- don't miss the bar all the way upstairs - that level is a total vibe and has the best drinks! read more

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I have been to several Veil locations, and this is definitely one of the best I have been to. The brewery is clean, organized, and well-staffed. It has lots of seating options and different types of seating for different groups. Drink selection was pretty good, especially for the winter. I wished they kept a Pilsner on tap for the winter for variety, but understand that it is not in season. I also got a burger and fries here, and a fried pickle appetizer. I was very impressed. The fried pickles were pretty standard, but I liked the dipping sauce they came with. The burger was excellent; it is probably the best I've had at a brewery. Two smashed patties that were cooked excellent and had a lot of flavor. The burger sauce paired very well. The fries were great too - salty and crispy! I like the Veil and their drinks. This was an excellent location that they have. I would definitely recommend to those in the area. read more

The Veil Brewing - Burger and fries - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Went here Saturday for a pop up event and really enjoyed myself. There was a live DJ that actually knew how to DJ lol. Many different vendors and small business owners selling vintage clothes, jewelry/ accessories , sport memorabilia; there was a lane for interests of all kinds. I had a pina colada cider and a margarita, both hit the spot. We didn't get food but I saw everyone getting these smash burgers and they looked legit, I'll be back to try it out. read more

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We stopped into the Veil after arriving in Norfolk and getting settled into our hotel. We wanted to have a bite to eat and try some local brews. The people here were very friendly and we enjoyed the decor and casual vibe. They have a second floor that was closed at the time and a third floor that is home to a cool cocktail lounge called Only You with a relaxing atmosphere and friendly bartender that greeted us when we walked in. We ended up hanging out downstairs and ordered some garlic parm wings and beers. Food is served inside by Lil 'Za. The wings were nice and crunchy and we loved the sauce. The flavor on the wings themselves was a little lacking in my opinion, but still tasty. We tried a smoothie style sour ale and a gose and enjoyed both of them. Overall, this was a cool spot and I'd definitely return! read more

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Finally made my way here and I'm so glad we did. Hubby had some IPA beer and loved it. I'm not a beer person so I asked for alternatives and they had a good amount. I had the pina colada cider and it was very good, could have had 3 glasses lol. For lunch we had the Big Mac burger and the pizza with sausage. The food almost seems to good to be coming out of a brewery. Could easily just come for the food. Excellent service, great vibe, lots of seating area. read more

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Cool little spot to grab a drink and a bite to eat. Nice choice of beers and the food is much better than your typical bar food. If you want a cocktail, you will have to visit the establishment upstairs, but since I was only drinking beer, it wasn't a factor for me. Will be adding this place to my favorites! read more

The Veil Brewing - Burrata - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I'm a craft brew lover & so while visiting town I had to stop into the veil since I loved their Richmond location so much! New England IPAs are my absolute favorite and I feel like every one that I tried from the veil has been amazing. I wasn't disappointed this time either! I tried toof ache & roommates and both were AMAZING. Roommates is my personal favorite over the other. However, they have SO many beers on tap, and definitely something for everyone- even NA option. Inside there is an upstairs & downstairs bar so there's plenty of space for seating and there's definitely not a long wait to be served. The furniture is accommodating for all, and fits the space perfectly. There's several tables outside which will also be nice in the months coming up. I absolutely love that lilza' is situated inside for serving food, they have tons of pizza on the menu but also options that aren't pizza! It's so convenient to just grab a bite while you're here. The parking lot out front is a plus so you don't have to use street parking if you don't need to. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and I cannot wait for us to move here so we can become regulars! read more

The Veil Brewing - 2 sampler sized taps- toof ache & roommates - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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The Veil deserves all the stars and more...for the smash burger they sell alone. This is the best smash burger I've ever had. I just have to jump in and spread the gospel about it. The meat is perfectly seasoned, fries are amazing and crispy, and a beautiful soft bun to top it off (idk if buns are done in house or not i don't care, they work!) if you do nothing else, get the burger here. It's just so good and I've gone multiple times now in one week just for the burger. The veil has some of the best sours I've also had in Virginia. They rotate their drinks, and have them in section by type. I haven't had a sour from them I didn't like. Perfect place to go after work, or for a nice weekend vibe. The staff is always helpful and kind. Easy to order, and I love getting a nice drink while I wait for my burger to go lol. They have a happy hour where you can get the burger for about 6/7 bucks plus tax and you can't beat that. I'd recommend this place for a good sour or an amazing jaw dropping smash burger. You won't regret it. read more

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Every location is amazing. Beer (5/5): The sours are ALWAYS amazing. We had some of their frozen drinks and THEY WERE DELICIOUS. You can't go wrong with ANY drink. I HATE IPAs yet I LOVED theirs. I don't know what they do to flip the flavor profiles, but it really works. Ambiance (5/5): They had 3 floors. We ordered at the bottom floor and drank on the top floor. Each floor had a different vibe. 1st floor was the casual, normal brewery level. The 2nd floor was the sports center. The 3rd was the hipster overlook of the city's buildings' roofs. It was such a cool vibe and had such a personality. Cleanliness (5/5): On the 3rd floor, the staff kept cleaning down tables and running the dishwasher. They CLEARLY care about the cleanliness of their place and we really appreciated it. TLDR: If The Veil Brewing is in the city, we go to it. Every beer is perfect. read more

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Drinks are always bomb diggity. They have some bomb ass food too! I come here often after going to burn boot camp next door for an after workout beer (as tradition) and they are always nice, quick and efficient, the kitchen makes the food quick and fresh. The music is always popping cuz they know culture forreal forreal. So the vibe is always spectacular. Every time I get pizza I usually get the lil Pepe or lil bee. Both are fire AND just found out the lil bites are bomb as hell too. If you ain't been come! If you ain't coming? Why? And if you can't answer that then come on in here with the cool kids bruv read more

The Veil Brewing - Frozen Blue Breeze tastee - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

My fiancé and I love this brewery and their pizza. My favorite sour is the Dub Razz Tastee. If you're a sour gal or guy, I highly recommend this one and the mango/pineapple flavored one (I forget the name). It's nice to just order and sit wherever you want. You can watch sports games on the second floor, and wait for your food there. Lil rico is by far my favorite pizza from here. The carnitas was good too because it tasted like nachos/taco on a pizza , but lil rico is just super delicious. The pizza sizes are pretty small. I could eat a whole pizza by myself, so my fiancé and I ate 3 slices for each pizza. Highly recommend coming here for other types of beers too. It is a very nice low key place. When it gets warmer, people can sit outside, and it's a nice vibe there as well. read more

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Good place for drinks and light food. The bartenders and hostesses are nice and well versed on the meals, drinks and plethora of beers that are served. Airy and eclectic place to come to after work to unwind. read more

The Veil Brewing - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

So went here because it's close to the foot spa . We hadn't tried it before and it exceeded our expectations. First of all the burger was a smash burger double patty which meant as a pregnant person I was able to eat the burger cause it was cooked all the way through. My husband got the chicken sandwich, both came with fries. While we didn't try the pizzas they looked good and would try again in the future. It took about ten minutes for our order to come out. They don't have a lot of nonalcoholic options but lots of beer options. They also have wing and beer specials during the week. I have to say the employee took pride in their work to keep the place clean. I constantly saw even with it not being crowded them wiping down tables and clearing trays. I would return again. The food was delicious and served hot. I watched them season the fries out of the fryer. read more

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This brewery is making some of the best beer in Norfolk. They have an amazing selection, and everything I tried was a winner. My only disappointments were that they did not serve flights, and that a full pour was only 12 ounces (as opposed to 16 at most local breweries at similar prices). It was my first visit and I wanted to try a wide variety, but the lack of flights limited that. They did offer half pours, but at nearly the price of a full pour. The food we had was excellent, having tried both the Buffalo and Vietnamese wings. The Vietnamese has an excellent, Nam Pla flavor to them. They also served pizzas, sandwiches, and other food that all looked good. The space is beautiful with multiple levels of seating as well as outdoor spaces. I will be back for the amazing beer and food! read more

The Veil Brewing - Vein pilsner - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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So there are three levels and each level has a different vibe. The first floor definitely has a stand around brewery type of feel while the second floor has a bit of a hipster vibe. The third floor which is only open on select days and times has a artsy cocktail lounge vibe. The beer selection isn't as vast as I thought it would be and the list is IPA heavy but they do serve cocktails at the upstairs bars. The pizza is pretty good, the menu overall is a bit pricey but it's still good. The service is ok, it depends on which bartender you get. I did ask for an itemized receipt because when I went to close my tab I was cited two different totals that were significantly different. Ultimately my tab did not properly reflect the proper total but when I brought it to their attention they fixed it. Overall it was a cute vibe. I'd go back, I'd reconsider either just closing out after each drink or just asking for an itemized recent once you're ready to close your tab. read more

This review is for ONLY YOU LOUNGE on the 3rd floor of The Veil. The only reason I am giving this a 4 star is because they switch to a late night menu that only serves one item at 845. Otherwise this place is AMAZING! The aesthetic and vibe is unmatched! It's the perfect place for a date night, a business meeting, a girls night, a friend date, etc. it is warm and inviting while it also has good music that isn't too loud you can't hear yourself talk! Our server was Jazz, and she was great! She was knowledgeable about the menu and just super fun. I had the espresso martini. I've never had one before, and it was SO good! We also had the chopped cheese (tastes just like you're in a Bodega in NY), the fries (just like McDonald's), the oysters, and the beer battered brussel sprouts! Everything was top tier! Oh and let's not forget the old school Photo Booth they have which a cool, fun addition to the place! Will definitely be back on a regular. read more

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First timer, not a last timer! Spicy burger and FR&P fries with the marzen was Very good. Several interesting options to try and thus I must return...many times read more

Craft beer from RVA brewing in NFK, elevated bar food by Codex, free WiFi (pw: EnjoyOurBeer) and 3 levels of seating make a cool spot in a less-trafficked part of Colonial Ave for singles, couples, groups (family, friends, colleagues) and service dogs. Loved the location and design forethought: taps on 1st and 3rd floors, rentable special event space on 2nd floor, plus large walls of garage doors throughout, perfect for light in cold weather and breeze/outdoor contact in warmer weather. Diverse patrons and staff enhanced the neat, full of life vibe that perfectly represents the pulse of our city. Devin provided friendly and informative bev counter service. No flights but he gave tasters based on our "must have" input. Wifey, who likes sweet bevs, was instantly hooked on Tefnut Sangria, $8 12oz, 11% ABV. "That's tooo good!" I was thrilled she found something she liked so quickly, not a common occurrence. I went with Feel Feelings Lager, $5 12oz, 5.4% ABV. Easy drinking, any time kinda beer. No growler fills bc they "can't guarantee freshness." Started a tab, then moseyed over to the separate food counter line. We had dinner at Codex the previous night, so recognized some menu items. Ordered the cheeseburger w/ fries and poutine to our tab, then sat nearby until our pager buzzed 10 minutes later. Place was packed but found a top level spot (in full sun) to eat/chat. Double pattied burger of fresh beef with lettuce, shallot mayo, cheese and fries ($13) was pretty good BUT IMHO trail Le Grande, Nouvelle, and Pendulum's burger artistry in taste and value. Wife liked the poutine, I passed. While eating, we noticed several staff members drinking, perhaps "quality control?" I know it's "the veil" but we can see you. #BreakBenefits? Restrooms on 1st floor, on street/off railroad tracks parking plus a small lot. Will definitely return to this place! read more

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I can't tell you how excited I was when I found out Veil was opening a Norfolk location! Their Richmond location is awesome and they have some of the most flavorful, unique beers of any brewery we've been. Their new location here is incredible! 3 floors and tons of indoor and outdoor seating. The 3rd floor space opens up in nice weather. The 2nd floor is 100% Veil vibe. Great spot to chill for hours, trying their stuff and relaxing with friends. Tons of taps and something for everyone! The staff knows their stuff, is quick and friendly - even with a packed house. Absolutely awesome!! read more

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THE BIG: Pssssttt...the veil made me do it. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The bae and I came here after attending a bridal shower in Va beach. We didn't realize we would be stumbling upon the grand opening of Veil Brewing Co (originally from Richmond, VA) for Norfolk. Let me preface, the place was PACKED. Three stories of the signature black Veil coloring and the beers/foods were flowing. We managed to grab a fried chicken sandwich, which came with fries and a 6oz of the dull fangs IPA. There's a fried chicken craze and Veil brewing helped satiate my craving. You get a heaping mouthful of pepper jack cheese in every bite. The Dull Fangs IPA was awesome, however, I would recommend the mango IPA. I had a chance to take a little sipper and it reminded me of drinking a mango lassi BUT alcoholic! THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall the damage done was $15.50 w/o tax and tip for the fried chicken sandwich and a 6oz of the Dull Fangs IPA. Great ambiance and awesome vibes for the grand opening of Veil in VA Beach! read more

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We love this place. Food is always super fresh, beer is outstanding. Staff is friendly and helpful. Pictured: Pizza is "lil rita" with hot honey on top. Wings are their Vietnamese style, my bf was super happy that he got all flats and described them as "some of the best wings he's ever had". He thought the skin was really good and loved the flavor. Two beers are 12oz both the "Never Lost" under their fruited/sour list. We've also had the "Nevergonnagetit" and "Passion Berry Tastee" both 11/10's as well. Side note: their merch is also really nice quality and decently priced, as is everything there. I never leave thinking I overpaid. read more

The Veil Brewing - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I hit The Veil up twice this weekend during their grand opening and wow....it did not disappoint either time. I was there for the doors to open at 12 noon on Saturday and I was so impressed with their organization. There are 3 floors and they each have their own vibe. On the first floor they have a line for food, a line for beverages, and a line for can purchases to go. This makes everything run smooth and efficient. There is seating on the first floor as well. The outside area has a nice large patio and pergola. Dogs are allowed outside but not inside. My favorite is the 3rd floor for its light, bright and airy felling. Every floor has its own bar which makes getting a beer easy and fast. There are garage door style windows that open up which totally accentuated the third floor view. It's a great place to sit and watch the sunset over the railroad district. The 2nd floor is darker with the music a bit louder. There is a cool nook by the front windows on this floor. There is a decent amount of seating choices on each level. The beers were awesome! I tried a few: the White Miata, the White Ferrari Enhanced, and the Tefnut Mango to name a few. You can get 6 or 12 ounce pours. I didn't get to try the food by Codex but it looked great and lots or people seemed to be enjoying it. I'll definitely be back! Welcome to NORFOLK! read more

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This is the best brewery that I have visited in the Norfolk area! All beers were incredible. The carnitas pizza I had was amazing. The building and atmosphere are awesome. The staff is friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable regarding their beers. The top floor was not open and they were sold out of every XL t-shirt, but I can live with that. read more

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This is solely based off of drinks & that experience- we did not eat here yet. I loved this place- I'm eager to return again, and everyone was super kind & fun. Even though it was very busy when we were there on a Saturday night, we still found seating for our group of 4/5. They have three floors, and it did get a little warm on the third floor. They have a good variety of beers on tap. It's a cool place overall- definitely a city-like experience. read more

Such a nice hang out spot! The staff was friendly and the beer was good! They gave three floors, so tons of room for activities . Bring a card game or something to play with friends! read more

The Veil Brewing - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

We ate here earlier in the week. The place has a very small menu, just burgers and hot dogs. If you're going to have a small menu then you better be great at it. I got a burger and was supposed to get chili cheese fries, but got a burger and cheese fries. The nacho cheese was the sole bright spot as it had done kick to it. The only non-alcoholic drink they had was water. The service was subpar and they didn't have enough seating upstairs for a group. I don't think I'd go again. read more

I've been to my share of microbreweries to understand that it's hard to make consistently good beer in smaller batches. There are several breweries in this area - all with their highlights, but every single beer I tried at Veil packs in great flavor and provides a good variety too. Highlights would be the Larry and their DIPAs. The Larry smells like a boozy brunch with a very maple-forward taste combined with huge notes of banana. The DIPAs are all solid. Not to say that the IPAs aren't great but if you can have double the flavor, why not? All in all, this is a place where you wish you could have a chance to do multiple flights (though they're very generous with their tasters). I'll definitely be back when I'm next in town. read more

The Veil Brewing - Beer Bar Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The vibe here was so nice and relaxing! My friends and I came to visit only you on the third floor. The decor made it seem like a nice New York or 70s vibe. The service was great and the drinks were good. I would advise you to order pizza or fries, the chicken sandwich and wings were just okay. See pictures for reference.. read more

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