American

Swell at OV

1159 W Ocean View Ave., Norfolk VA 23503

This charcoal grill and raw bar in Ocean View specializes in classics like wings, calamari, steamed shrimp and mussels as well as specialties like grilled ribeye, roasted chicken, crab cakes and platters.

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Bakeries / Desserts

Lolly's Creamery

5109 Colley Ave., Norfolk, VA 23508

Taste the joy in every scoop of Lolly’s ice cream. The Lolly’s brand encompasses three things: joy, community and generosity. Try their classic flavors like strawberry, real deal vanilla and mint chocolate chip, and also be on the lookout for their monthly rotating flavors and weekly releases.

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Blue Ribbon Brews & BBQ

8305 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk VA 23505 (757) 904-6035

All the hand-trimmed meats are wood-smoked in house at this barbecue joint on Hampton Boulevard.

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City Cruises Norfolk

109 E Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 625-1748

See incredible views of the Norfolk harbor and the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet aboard City Cruises Norfolk. Enjoy delicious new menus and specialty drinks. Then, dance to DJ entertainment or relax on the new rooftop lounge. It all adds up to the perfect Norfolk experience. Cruising year-round from downtown Norfolk, Spirit offers lunch, brunch, dinner, cocktail, moonlit cruises and more. With complimentary event planning services and plenty of customizable options, Spirit is the perfect venue for your next group event or celebration. The City Cruises Norfolk vessel has a capacity of 400 guests. From the moment you are welcomed aboard, the captain and crew of the City Cruises Norfolk will make your experience one-of-a-kind.

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American

Chef's Kitchen & Cocktails

2804 Colley Ave., Norfolk, VA 23508 757-904-5885

At only 65 seats, Chef’s Kitchen has an intimate but edgy ambiance and an eclectic dining experience. Located on Colley Avenue, Chef’s Kitchen & Cocktails offers an upscale but comfortable, quality dining experience.

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Café

Tealux

1318 Colley Ave​., Norfolk, VA 23517 757-785-9999

Since its inception, Tealux Café has quickly set the gold standard in the ever growing bubble tea and banh mi sandwiches café scene. They believe their products’ indisputable popularity is owed to their time-tested recipes, the choicest of ingredients and the skills and curations of their experienced and expertly trained bakers, chefs and juicers.

Tealux has two Norfolk locations:

1318 Colley Ave. (Ghent)

7870 Tidewater Dr., #210

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Neptune's Fury

999 Waterside Dr., Norfolk, VA

What started as a coffee roasting hobby in a Virginia Beach garage has evolved into a physical location (and a beautiful one at that) in Downtown Norfolk’s Dominion Tower. This coastal-themed coffee shop features light to medium roasted beans featured in your favorite caffeinated beverages like lattes, espressos cappuccinos and cold beverages too. The shop also features bagged coffee beans for sale and a sweet assortment of baked goods—all overlooking the beautiful Elizabeth River.

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Voyager Cold Brew Coffee

5106 Colley Ave.

Crafted in Norfolk, this 100% Hawaiian single origin coffee is exceptionally pleasing. Their selection of nitro cold brew coffees will wake you up in the most delicious way. They also have a tempting menu of hot drinks including dark chocolate latte, toffee nut latte and a tasty flat white.

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May's Parlor Norfolk

340 W 22nd St, Norfolk, VA 23517 757-278-5559

Conveniently located on 22nd Street in Ghent, May’s is ready to add a little homemade goodness to your day with savory breakfast sandwiches and grab-and-go lunches. Their pastry case is filled with the sweetest selection of croissants, muffins, scones, danishes, cinnamon buns, cookies, bars and macarons. Perk up a bit with their top-quality espressos, lattes, cappuccinos and loose leaf teas.

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Caribbean

Cocojam

208 E Main St., Norfolk, VA 23510 757-761-5995

This Caribbean fusion cafe inside Selden Market brings fresh ingredients inside a neighborhood paradise. Embark on a food tour around the West Indies with every bite, right from the convenience of Downtown Norfolk.

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