Looking to extend your fun late into the evening on your next visit?
Just remember, Norfolk is an extremely walkable city with 12 blocks of bars, restaurants, shopping and historic attractions. The Norfolk Tide light rail system runs 7.5 miles in and out of Downtown, offering 11 convenient stops. Taxis and rideshare services abound for those looking to venture further.
Here are the top bars open until at least midnight on weekends (and some open as late as 2 a.m.)
Downtown
This action-packed area has everything you need for a night out on the town. Walkability is key here, with Granby St. serving as the heart of everything you’re looking for.
Tap It Local
Home of the Tapped Out Burger and local craft beer. Open until 2 a.m. every day.
Grace O’Malley’s
Traditional Irish pub on Granby St. Open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; midnight during the week.
Grain
Rooftop bar in the Hilton Downtown. Open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; midnight during the week.
Blue Moon
Two-level pub and restaurant in the Waterside District. Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday; 11 p.m. weeknights.
Chico’s Backstage
Concerts and cocktails Downtown. Open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; midnight during the week.
Canvas Social Cuisine
Retro vibe for dinner and drinks. Open until midnight Thursday through Saturday; until 10 p.m. on Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Closed on Monday.
Baxter’s Sports Lounge
Across from the Scope, this sports bar stays open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; until 11 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
PBR Norfolk
Country bar in the Waterside District. Open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Closed the rest of the week.
Soiree Bistro
Cocktail bar in the NEON District. Open until midnight on Thursday-Saturday.
Republic
Cocktails near the Scope open until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Saltine
Seafood, cocktails and beer in the Hilton. Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday; until 11 p.m. all other nights.
Hell’s Kitchen
Food, cocktails and live music on weekends. Open until 2 a.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; until midnight all other nights.
Luce
Italian food, beer, wine. Open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; until midnight Monday through Thursday. Closed Sunday.
Ghent
Hip, happening neighborhood with a long string of bars, shops and restaurants along popular Colley Ave. and surrounding streets.
Cogan’s Pizza (Ghent)
Cozy pizzeria tucked along Colonial Ave. in Ghent. Open until 2 a.m. every day of the week
Colley Cantina
Mexican fare and drinks, open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; midnight rest of week.
The Public House
Pub-style bar with pool, excellent food and a whiskey-lover’s dream. Open until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 p.m. rest of week.
Taphouse
Pub food and cocktails open until 2 a.m. every night except Monday when closed.
Peck and Pour
Wings, wings and more wings (plus beer and cocktails). Open until midnight seven days a week.
Chelsea
On-the-rise neighborhood with an industrial-meets-maritime vibe a stone’s throw from Downtown.
Torch Bistro
Fun atmosphere and casual outdoor dining. The perfect place to unwind with a cocktail, American food and live music. Open until 2 a.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; until midnight every other night of the week.
Park Place/Railroad District
Fun neighborhood north of Ghent and near the Virginia Zoo. Cab or rideshare recommended from Downtown.
Toast
Full bar and outdoor seating; food served during happy hour. Open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Perro Blanco
Mexican food and tequila drinks in the back of Toast. Open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; until 11 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Closed Sunday and Monday.
Riverview
Walkable district near the Lafayette River. Cab/rideshare recommended.
MJ’s
LGBTQ+ friendly pub with multiple weekly events, food and drinks. Open until 2 a.m. every night of the week.
ODU
College neighborhood near Old Dominion University with a youthful feel.
The Edge
Food, dancing, cocktails open until 2 a.m. every night of the week.
Mojo Bones
Live music, outdoor seating, full bar. Open until 2 a.m. every night except Sunday, when it closes at midnight.
Ocean View
Life near the beach doesn’t get better than this neighborhood at the north end of town that really comes alive in summer.
East Beach Bar and Grill
Cozy fireside food and drinks near the beach. Open until 2 a.m. on Saturday; midnight every other night of the week.
OV Beach Tavern
Classic food, beer and other drinks. Open until midnight every night of the week
Other
Everywhere else in Norfolk.
37th And Zen
A local favorite for live music, entertainment and DJs near Lambert’s Point. Open until 1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday; until 12:30 a.m. Thursday and Sunday; until 11:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Azalea Inn and Time Out Sports Bar
Greek and Italian restaurant meets sports bar near Little Creek. Open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 p.m.all other nights of the week.
