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Birch Bar in the Chelsea District
Features 5W elcome to Norfolk A warm welcome to the heart of Virginia’s waterfront.SM
7G ET TO KNOW NORFOLK A sneak peek into what you can expect to find during your stay in Norfolk.
8N orfolk
Neighborhoods
Notable neighborhoods throughout Norfolk. 8 Downtown 12 Ghent 14 Chelsea/North Colley 15 Ocean View/East Beach 16 Military Highway/Airport
17 N orfolk Public ArT A look at Norfolk’s thriving public art scene.
GUIDES 18 Norfolk Cuisine Find out why Norfolk has a reputation as a culinary hotspot.
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31 EVENTS
FREE Mark your calendar for these city-wide signature events.
32 Attractions
Things to do around town.
Coastal Virginia Attractions
33 PERFORMING Arts
Our surrounding region is brimming with history, one-of-a-kind experiences and unique attractions.
37 Dining GUIDE
36 Virginia Arts Festival
World-renowned performances grace local venues for eight magical weeks each spring—see what this year’s festival has in store.
Norfolk’s vibrant arts scene takes center stage. A tasty guide to eateries throughout the city.
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NORFOLK GUIDE
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ACCOMMODATIONS • ATTRACTIONS • DINING • SHOPPING • RECREATION • HISTORY • MAPS
43 Visitor RESOURCES
Directory of helpful information and resources.
44 MapS
Navigate throughout town like a local.
46 Accommodations Directory
A guide to lodging and accommodations options while in town.
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No matter where you are in the City, you’re never far from the water. Anthony J. DiFilippo at the Battleship Wisconsin.
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elcome to Norfolk! It has been a remarkable year full of exciting changes in our beautiful, waterfront city! Renovations to the new Waterside District have begun, and construction of a new luxury hotel is well underway. Norfolk’s new arts district, The NEON District, is full of brand new murals, sculptures, art installations, a comedy theatre, restaurants and more! Our art and theatre scene is one of the best in the Commonwealth. The pieces within the nationallyrenowned Chrysler Museum of Art and the artists at work in the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio will leave you in awe. Musicians, dancers and actors are waiting to showcase their talents at the Virginia Opera, Wells Theatre, Harrison Opera House and Chrysler Hall, to name a few. Other must-see attractions include the Norfolk Botanical Garden, Hermitage Museum and Gardens, Hampton Roads Naval Museum, MacArthur Memorial, Virginia Zoological Park and, of course, Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval base. Most people do not realize that Norfolk has 144 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by rivers, the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. So no matter where you are in the city, you’re never far from the water. Enjoy a leisurely sail aboard the American Rover Tall Ship, see Naval Station Norfolk on the Victory Rover, or book a ‘Spirit of Norfolk’ dinner cruise. If you prefer exploring Norfolk on land, take a stroll through the historic Freemason, Chelsea and Ghent districts. Here you’ll find an array of antique shops, one-of-a-kind craft breweries, cafes, art galleries, gift shops, unique restaurants and more! Should you have questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to stop in our Tourist Information Center or chat with a visitor advisor online at www.visitnorfolktoday.com. Also be on the look out for the VisitNorfolk Mobile Visitor Center. The vehicle will be at festivals, attractions and local and regional events to distribute materials, maps and information. We are thrilled to have you in Norfolk and hope you return again soon!
Anthony J. DiFilippo President and CEO, VisitNorfolk
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Welcome to Norfolk – the most vibrant and authentic urban waterfront community in America! Experience the rich history, international cuisine, unique entertainment and scenic beauty that awaits you around every corner of our seaport city. In our walkable downtown, the award-winning Slover Library showcases three generations of architecture and is one of the most technologicallyadvanced libraries in the country. On display at the MacArthur Memorial and Visitor Center, you will find more than 15,000 artifacts depicting the life and times of the famous General. Stroll along the Elizabeth River Trail where you will discover The National Maritime Center and the interior decks of the Battleship Wisconsin. Take in a show at the NorVa and see why Rolling Stone magazine recognizes it as one of the best music venues in the country. Or join other sports enthusiasts to cheer on the ECHL Admirals hockey team or the Triple-A Tides baseball team. As the cultural hub of the region, you will find a love of the arts that permeates throughout the entire city. We are home to the Chrysler Museum of Art – one of the top 20 art museums in the country – and the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, where artists offer free demonstrations of the ancient art of glass blowing. Public art installations, breathtaking murals and pop-up galleries line the streets of the NEON Arts District. Dance, music, and theater take the stage at our many performance halls and feature professionals from the Virginia Opera, Virginia Symphony, Virginia Stage Company, and many more. For ultimate relaxation, take in the beauty of nature at the 155-acre Norfolk Botanical Garden. With more than 40 themed gardens, this oasis in the middle of the city is a national treasure. Visit the hip neighborhoods of Ghent and Chelsea where you will sample eclectic shops, a plethora of eateries and local craft brews. For a trip that will delight the entire family, spend a day with over 400 animals at the Virginia Zoo. Or watch the waves of the Chesapeake Bay calmly lap more than 7.5 miles of Norfolk’s Ocean View beaches – a great place to sun, swim and build sand castles. While Norfolk embodies the cultural and commercial advantages of a big city, visitors and residents become wrapped up in the intimate charm, historic past and friendly atmosphere of our old seaport town. Thank you for choosing Norfolk. We are glad you are here, and we hope you enjoy our vibrant community. Sincerely, Paul D. Fraim, Mayor
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Get To Know Norfolk
EAT LIKE A LEGEND
Nor-fok, or Naw-fok, no matter how you pronounce it, the experience will always be the same: dynamic fun, vibrant entertainment and culture, delicious cuisine and 144 miles of shoreline waiting to be explored! We welcome you to experience our bustling, historic port city.
Waterfront Fun: The joining of the Chesapeake Bay with the mighty Atlantic Ocean is where you can find our waterfront city—and we’ve got the sweeping shores to prove it. From kayaking and harbor cruising to fishing, crabbing and swimming— activities in, on and around the water are endless here. We’re also proud to be called home to the world’s largest naval station and also one of the largest ports on the East Coast.
Distinct Local Flavor: If you’re looking for world-class cuisine, you’ll find it right here. From al fresco dining on traditional southern fare and seafood to pairings of locally crafted beer and wine with international and nouveau cuisine, our eclectic culinary scene offers something for everyone— and every appetite.
Rich History & Heritage: Norfolk’s history spans over 400 years of major regional and national events. It all began when John Smith and his crew sailed along our waters looking to establish their first American colonial settlement. Our city was right in the thick of several Revolutionary and American Civil War battles—in fact, still visible is the cannonball lodged into the side of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church dating back to the siege of 1776! You can experience our rich AfricanAmerican legacy at Underground Railroad stops included in our Cannonball Trail self-guided tour.
Thriving Art Scene: You’ve got a front row ticket to experience our city’s burgeoning art scene at our local studios, museums and performing
arts venues. Check out the free daily glass blowing demonstrations at Chrysler Museum’s Glass Studio and live performances at the Harrison Opera House and Wells Theatre or stroll through the NEON District to capture views of public art.
Getting Around: Conveniently located in the city’s pedestrian-friendly downtown, the passenger rail station provides daily train service to and from our coastal city. The station connects you with the city’s light rail system, The Tide, which allows you to easily tour the city by rail along its 7.5 mile route.
Fido Friendly: Enjoying Norfolk on four legs has never been easier. Our city’s pedestrian-friendly streets, beaches, parks, hotels and, yes, even restaurants will make you and your furry friend feel right at home! You simply can’t beat our walkability, weather and wide open spaces.
Shopper’s Delight: No matter what corner of town you find yourself in, you’re sure to stumble upon a shopping experience that fits your taste and budget! Don’t miss downtown’s one-million square foot MacArthur Center shopping mall and the eclectic shops lining Granby Street and in Monticello Arcade. While in Ghent, pop into boutiques and antique shops for something truly unique. Or if you’re looking for retail therapy en route back to the airport, Military Circle Mall is a convenient and walletfriendly option.
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Downtown Downtown Norfolk is home to popular arts and entertainment venues, historic sites, chef-owned restaurants, museums and so much more.
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History enthusiasts take note: Norfolk’s downtown is home to some of the oldest, most storied sites in the region! A journey along the Cannonball Trail, a self-guided historical tour, is a must-do; just be sure to factor in at least two hours to see it all! On this tour you’ll get a sense of what daily life was once like; and you’ll see historic homes including the Moses Myers House, the Willoughby-Baylor House and the Hunter House Victorian Museum. You’ll also see the MacArthur Memorial, the final resting place and museum honoring General of the Army Douglas MacArthur and his wife; the Armed Forces Memorial and the Norfolk Southern Museum.
dining
After strolling along the streets of the neighborhoods you’ve likely worked up quite the appetite! Well you’re in luck, because our downtown is home to some of the region’s most revered, and delicious eateries. For classic seafood dishes served in an upscale-casual atmosphere, head HUNTER HOUSE VICTORIAN MUSEUM
over to 456 Fish on Granby Street. Granby Street is often referred to as “restaurant row”, and offers up everything from authentic Asian cuisine to refined, farm-to-table fare and much more! If you’re looking for something a little more exotic, head to Chartreuse Bistro or Saint Germain; both are sure to have something to sate your palate. Want to experience a part of Norfolk’s history while dining? Then reserve a table at the historic Freemason Abbey Restaurant, a beautifully preserved 142 year-old church turned restaurant.
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AFTER HOURS: You’ll love Norfolk’s nightlife scene. entertainment
Downtown is undoubtedly one of the city’s major hubs for culture, the arts and nightlife. Jam out with major musical artists at the NorVa, a historic concert venue that was recently named one of America’s Venues that Rock’s the Hardest by Rolling Stone Magazine. Just around the corner from the NorVa is the TCC Roper Performing Arts Center where you can catch live theater, musical performances and films every week. If you’re looking for a hands-on experience, check out Todd Rosenlieb Dance across the street for class, training and performance opportunities for both professional and amateur dancers alike. Don’t miss the world-class performances put on by the Virginia Stage Company at the historic Wells Theatre and the Virginia Arts Festival. If you’re looking for edge-of-yourseat entertainment, you’re sure to find it at Norfolk Admirals Ice Hockey games at downtown’s Norfolk Scope Arena and cheering on the Norfolk Tides, the Baltimore Orioles Triple-A affiliate, at Harbor Park!
MAY 5............Puppy.de.Mayo
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7-8...........10th.Annual.Spring.Town.Point.Virginia.Wine.Festival. (ticketed event) 21-22......15th.Annual.Virginia.Beer.Festival.in.partnership.with. Virginia.Arts.Festival.(ticketed event)
JUNE 10-12.......40th.Anniversary.of.the.Norfolk.Harborfest® 24-26.....27th.Annual.Bayou.Boogaloo.Music.&.Cajun.Food. Festival. (ticketed event)
JULY 4.............34th.Annual.Fourth.of.July.Great.American.Picnic.. &.Fireworks 8.............6th.Annual.Summer.BrewFest 15-16.......34th.Annual.Norfolk.Waterfront.Jazz.Festival (ticketed event) 29-31......A.Mid-Summer.Fantasy.Festival - Theatre in the Park
AUGUST 13.............16th.Annual.Norfolk.Latino.Music.Festival, in partnership with the Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
SEPTEMBER 10............11th.Annual.Mid-Autumn.Moon.Festival 10............8th.Annual.Opera.in.the.Park in partnership with the Virginia Opera 17.............5th.Annual.Embrace.The.Culture,.ETC.-.Norfolk’s.Indie. Music.&.Arts.Festival 24...........4th..Annual.RibtoberFest MacArthur Center Mall in downtown Norfolk
shopping
If you’re in search of retail therapy, you’ve come to the right place. Conveniently located in the epicenter of downtown, MacArthur Center shopping mall has something for everyone. At the mall you’ll find plenty of stores you won’t find elsewhere including J.Crew, White House Black Market and Apple, and is anchored by Dillard’s and Nordstrom. If you’re looking for a souvenir with a local flair, head across the street to the historic Monticello Arcade for jewelry, shoes and handmade home goods stores.
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DECEMBER 3.............3rd.Annual.Christmas.Market.and.Holiday.Yule.Log. Bonfire schedule subject to change produced by:
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Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin combine forces to honor maritime science, history and fun!
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Nauticus Hampton Roads Naval Museum Sail Nauticus Battleship Wisconsin
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Did you know: The Battleship Wisconsin: Weighing in at 45,000 tons and measuring in at 887 feet long, this “City at Sea” has gained official status on the National Register of Historic places.
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ocated on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, Nauticus is a maritime science museum that explores the economic, naval, and natural power of the sea. It is both exciting and informative and allows visitors of all age groups to have fun learning something new. Nauticus features hands-on exhibits, marine life, 3D movies and interactive displays. Museum highlights include the exhibits: Our Mighty Seaport; Guns, Sweat, and Gears: Anatomy of a Battleship; and Stewards of the Sea: Defending Freedom, Protecting the Environment. While on the Nauticus campus you’ll find the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, located on the second floor, which examines more than two centuries of local naval history. See rare and unusual artifacts from the museum’s extensive collection and its new Artifact of the Month display. Then climb aboard the awe-inspiring Battleship Wisconsin, one of the largest and last battleships built by the U.S. Navy. During her heyday, the Wisconsin served in three wars and earned six battle stars in action, while carrying nearly 3,000 men during WWII. Weighing in at 45,000 tons and measuring in at 887 feet long, this “City at Sea” has gained official status on the National Register of Historic Places. Nauticus is also home to the Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center, where Carnival Cruise Lines offers sailings from Norfolk. Nauticus is also home to Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises. If you’re looking for a handson way to enjoy the waterfront, check out Sail Nauticus, a non-profit community sailing center. With its brightly colored sails emerging as a welcome addition to the Elizabeth River
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Hunter House Victorian Museum
Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center in downtown Norfolk
Turn of the Century Grandeur
waterfront, the sailing center provides programs catering to children and adults of every skill level from beginnes to advanced sailors. Children can enjoy a number of programs including the Sail Nauticus hands-on summer camps for ages 10-18. Adults can get in on the fun with sailing certification classes or by simply relaxing on a privately skippered “Sail About” on the river. The sailing center also hosts larger groups, including corporate events and teambuilding outings. Don’t leave until you visit the Banana Pier Gift Shop, where great souvenirs are available for purchase to help you remember your day at Nauticus. Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin are located at One Waterside Drive on the downtown Norfolk waterfront. Both are open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Labor Day through Memorial Day, hours are Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday noon–5 p.m. and closed Monday. Admission to Nauticus includes the Battleship Wisconsin. Children ages 3 and under are free. Discounts are available for active duty military, seniors and AAA members. Guided tours of the Wisconsin’s interior s paces are available for an additional fee. There is no charge to visit the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. For more information, call (757) 664-1000 or visit www.nauticus.org.
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Open April – December 240 West Freemason St. In Downtown Norfolk
Casual Dining in a Historic Atmosphere
Located in a 143-year-old
renovated church in the historic Freemason Harbor area of Norfolk. Enjoy a traditional American menu which features steaks, seafood, and pasta dishes. A full bar to complement your dining pleasure. Open for lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch.
209 West Freemason Street • Norfolk, VA 23510 Call for reservations 757-622-3966
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Neighborhoods
Of Norfolk
Kitsch
Chrysler Museum Glass Blowing Studio
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Imagine ~ Create ~ Believe Unique Mermaid, Dolphin, & Nautical Gifts Parties • Groups • Girls’ Night Out HOURS: Tues.-Fri. noon–9 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. noon–6 p.m. Norfolk Location: 919a W. 21st St. | (757) 233-0733 Virginia Beach Location: 510 Laskin Road | (757) 963-7700
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Norfolk’s historic Ghent neighborhood is a vibrant community filled to the brim with character, culture and delicious cuisine. The neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, Colley Avenue, and adjacent 21st and 22nd streets are lined with eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries and antique stores.
dining For a soul-satisfying blast from the past, head to Doumar’s Cones and BBQ, a classic drive-in, whose owner created the world’s first waffle cone! Drive up, order and dine in the comfort of your own car or grab a seat inside and take a step back in time. While in the neighborhood, sip and savor at the Mermaid Winery, Virginia’s first urban winery, and enjoy a tasty bite paired with a delicious wine flight in their intimate tasting room. Dine al fresco on upscale comfort food at Supper Southern Morsels’ rooftop terrace or check out what’s on tap at O’Connor Brewing Company, a local Norfolk craft brewery, or the Public House on Colley. If you’re looking for vegetarian and veganfriendly dishes, restaurants throughout Ghent offer an array of options to quell your cravings.
shopping Ghent is a hotbed of boutique and locally-owned shops, antique stores and specialty retailers. If you’re looking for a truly one-of-a-kind souvenir to remember your stay in Norfolk, look to boutiques like Le Marche, Kitsch and A. Dodsons along Colley Avenue. The neighborhood is a collector’s and antique enthusiast’s paradise with vintage and antique shops around almost every corner! You never know what you’ll find so be sure to factor in extra time to really dig around. In need of a tasty beverage? Stop by bottleBOX for craft beer to go! Or if you’re shopping for a tasty treat, don’t miss
Pendulum Fine Meats’ deli and market and be sure to stop by Savor the Olive for one of the widest selections in fine oils and vinegars in the region.
entertainment If you are visiting Norfolk during their seasons, grab tickets to the Virginia Symphony and the Virginia Opera for truly world-class live performances. Lovers of the arts are encouraged to explore over 5,000 years of art in one of the country’s most impressive museums, the Chrysler Museum of Art. Here you’ll find everything from painting and sculpture to decorative arts, photography and a nationally acclaimed glass collection. Speaking of glass, head to the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio on the museum’s campus for a free glassmaking demonstration at noon. The studio is one of the country’s most cutting-edge and offers classes at all levels of expertise, from beginner to advanced. For an engaging activity the whole family can enjoy, be sure to check out the Color Me Mine ceramics studio. Or for a Norfolk memento, head to the Mermaid Factory where you can unleash your creativity through paint and create your very own mermaid to bring home.
Norfolk’s Colley Avenue was voted the People’ Choice designation for Great Places in America in 2015.
The Chrysler Museum of Art & Glass Studio
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ounded in 1933 and named for automobile heir and art collector Walter P. Chrysler, Jr., The Chrysler Museum of Art is a jewel in the city of Norfolk and the region. Originally known as the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, The Chrysler has grown to become a nationally renowned art museum combining a state-of-the-art Glass Studio and two significant historic houses, the Moses Myers House and the Willoughby-Baylor House. Its extensive collection and special exhibitions include more than 30,000 original works of art that span more than 5,000 years in its newly expanded and transformed galleries. Here, you can enjoy celebrated works running the gamut from American and European paintings and sculpture, contemporary art, decorative arts and photography. The Chrysler also possesses one of the great glass collections in America, featuring the acclaimed Tiffany collection. The Museum’s Tiffany holdings also includes an incredible selection of windows, lamps and decorative arts. The Chrysler’s glass collection also includes fine examples of historical glass, a significant selection of English and French glass, and contemporary masterworks. Speaking of glass, The Chrysler Museum
campus offers a modern, 7,200 square-foot Glass Studio facility adjacent to the Museum. The Glass Studio is equipped to accommodate aspiring and master artists alike. The educational facility supports artists working in a variety of glassmaking processes including glassblowing, casting, fusing, flameworking and coldworking. The Chrysler Museum is one of only two comprehensive art museums with a Glass Studio, spotlighting the Chrysler’s reputation as a top-tier glass collection in the United States. The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio provides free public demonstrations at noon every Tuesday through Sunday. The Visiting Artist Series and monthly Third Thursday performance evenings bring some of the best and most innovative contemporary glass artists to work and experiment in the Glass Studio. So, while you are in the Ghent neighborhood, be sure to check out this new and improved Museum offering more then 10,000 square feet of new gallery space, a new café with al fresco dining, an eclectic gift shop and amenities galore! Admission to the Chrysler Museum, the Glass Studio and the Historic Houses is FREE. Special exhibitions may have entry fees, though Museum Members and children ages 5 and younger are always admitted free. For more information, call (757) 664-6200 or visit www.chrysler.org.
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iscover more than 500 animals, eight lush gardens, four continents and explore a world of fun, right here in Norfolk, at the Virginia Zoo. Visit with orangutans, giraffes, tapirs, tigers, exotic birds and much more! Watch the red panda climb through the trees just above your head, then board the Norfolk Southern Express train for an expedition to Asia – Trail of the Tiger, Africa’s Okavango Delta and the land down under, the Australia Walkabout. The Virginia Zoo, open year round, provides education and entertainment for all ages. Situated by the Lafayette River on 53 landscaped acres, the Virginia Zoo has been a cornerstone in the community for more than 110 years. Focused on conservation, the zoo provides meaningful opportunities to connect with nature and learn more about the world around you. If you’re looking for a unique adventure, book a behind-the-scenes tour, where you can get up close and personal with the animals. Plenty of behind-the-scenes tours are available to choose from, featuring many of our most popular animals. Prices vary; reservations and prepayment are required. The Virginia Zoo hosts a number of special events throughout the year including an Earth Day celebration, Zoo Grooves concert series, and Zoo Boo at Halloween. You can even book a family reunion, hold a company picnic or throw a special birthday party. Join the roughly 500,000 people each year who visit the Virginia Zoo and experience the wild world of African lions, Malayan tigers and moon bears. The Virginia Zoo is a world of wild discovery, providing fun and education for all ages. Located at 3500 Granby Street in Norfolk and open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on major winter holidays. The Virginia Zoo is a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). For more information, call 757-441-2374 or visit www.virginiazoo.org.
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CHELSEA, North COLLEY & BEYOND Surrounding the historic Ghent neighborhood are the districts of Chelsea, North Colley and beyond—a diverse and delightful intersection of commercial, industrial and undeniably local.
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o history buff’s trip to Norfolk is complete without a visit to historic Fort Norfolk, located along the Elizabeth River as you head from downtown to the Chelsea District. It is the last remaining of 19 harbor-front forts authorized in 1794 by President George Washington and helped protect the city during the War of 1812. The four-acre site includes earthwork embankments, ramparts, a dungeon, officers’ quarters, powder magazine, barracks and a guardhouse. To get a glimpse into the U.S. armed forces more recent history, take a tour of Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval base. The 45-minute tour takes you dockside to the home of the Atlantic fleet for an up-close look at aircraft carriers, destroyers and other U.S. Navy vessels protecting our nation everyday.
dining You’ve come to the right place for some of the city’s trendiest restaurants and watering holes. Chelsea’s craft brewery, Smartmouth Brewing Company, is a must for craft beer enthusiasts. This 20-barrel brew house typically churns out 100 barrels of hoppy goodness a month and offers a guided tour of the facility and cozy tasting room. From the bite of their India pale ale to one of the few Saisons brewed in Virginia, you can get a true taste of our local flavor. If you’re seeking something incredibly fresh, search no farther than LeGrand Kitchen for the freshest regional produce and meats. Enjoy dining in the North Colley district at Cogans Pizza North, Chow, Dirty Buffalo or Fellini’s. Refuel at distinct and delicious neighborhood eateries like Tortilla West,
Torch Bistro, Orapax and The Bakehouse at Chelsea. Continue your tour of tastes at the Birch Bar, Norfolk’s high-profile craft beer and artisanal cheese bar. Named one of the top five bars in America, Birch Bar is housed in a redeveloped industrial building and serves over 20 rotating drafts on tap and dozens more on their weekly bottle list.
entertainment While in the area, take time to explore Norfolk’s “Home of the Arts” Hermitage Museum and Gardens. Formerly home to the Sloane family, the museum boasts a nationally recognized art collection spanning 5,000 years! The Hermitage also includes contemporary exhibition galleries, working artist studios and 12 acres of gardens and grounds along the peaceful waters of the Lafayette River. Catch a basketball game or headlining musical performance at the Ted Constant Convocation Center. If you’re looking for a cozier, café-style performance space, check out the Venue on 35th for weekly open mic events and local performances. Or tee off at Lambert’s Point Golf Club, a beautiful links-style, nine-hole golf course on the banks of the Elizabeth River.
Neighborhoods
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OCEAN VIEW & EAST BEACH
Ocean View Fishing Pier
Norfolk’s relaxing beach communities of Ocean View and East Beach will leave you feeling as though you’re in a whole other world—one filled with fresh seafood, sand and seaside fun.
history The area’s unique history dates back hundreds of years and is full of interesting discoveries. Ocean View’s Willoughby Spit, an independent peninsula originally inhabited by The Willoughby Family, has been a favorite Norfolk marvel since it first appeared as a result of a mid-1600’s hurricane. Where there once had been only water now lies a serene strip of land created by Mother Nature. Past times at the beaches, neighborhoods and commercial districts of Ocean View are lovingly preserved and shared in collections of memorabilia, images and oral histories at the Ocean View Station Museum.
Dining After a day at the beach, take advantage of Ocean View’s dining hot spots. Stop in to Jesse’s Taqueria for some fresh, homemade and authentic Mexican food. If you’re craving something from the sea, Shipwreck Sally’s offers delectable
seafood dishes for breakfast or lunch. Dine at Razzo, a simple, warm locale that offers Italian dishes such as lasagna and veal marsala.
entertainment There’s no better way to enjoy the neighborhood than a day at the beach! This area is home to several city beaches on the Chesapeake Bay. The City of Norfolk maintains three beach parks including the Community Beach Park, Sarah Constant Beach Park and Ocean View Beach Park. Grab the family or your friends and head out for a relaxing afternoon of sunbathing and swimming! Enjoy fishing on the Ocean View Fishing Pier and if you’re hungry, grab a bite to eat at the pier’s onsite restaurant, known for its super fresh seafood. Or if you’d prefer to stay on land, schedule a round of golf at the Ocean View Golf Course located one block from the Chesapeake Bay and marina.
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MILITARY HIGHWAY & AIRPORT
Known for its convenience and abundance, the Norfolk Airport and Military Highway sections of Norfolk are a shopping and dining experience unto themselves!
shopping Janaf Shopping Yard provides easy access parking with over 100 national and local clothing and home décor stores, including TJ Maxx, Sports Authority, Anna’s Linens and more. It’s so large in scope and size (nearly 1,000,000 square feet), it is considered more of a shopping district with its wide selection of restaurants, national and specialty stores and banks. The Military Circle Mall is another notable stopover for visiting shoppers with its array of shoe shops, jewelry stores and clothing and boutique shops to peruse.
DINING This area is not just a shopper’s hot spot. A short drive away from one of the eight engineering wonders of the world - the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - are a multitude of great dining options such as Cilantro Bangladeshi Bistro, Nawab Indian Cuisine, Paradise Pizzeria and Sawasdee Thai Cuisine.
Norfolk Airport Lake Wright (757) 461-6251
6280 Northampton Blvd. • Norfolk, VA 23502 www.lakewright.com • FREE Hot Breakfast • Indoor Pool • Business/Fitness Centers • On-site Convenience Store • Lobby Restaurant/Lounge • Meetings & Banquets up to 200
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hile in the neighborhood, head over to Norfolk Botanical Garden, located next to Norfolk International Airport. The Garden offers 155 acres to explore and a variety of ways to enjoy this beautiful horticultural center. Take a stroll through the 12 miles of pathways, ride the tram or relax on a boat tour of Lake Whitehurst when the weather is warm. Dating back to 1938, Norfolk Botanical Garden has a deep-seeded history and has only continued to flourish throughout the years. Today, 52 themed and signature gardens offer breathtaking views in every season. Visitor favorites include the Japanese Garden, Bristow Butterfly Garden, Hofheimer Camellia Garden, Kaufman Hydrangea Garden and Conifer Garden. Other signature gardens include the Sarah Lee Baker Perennial Garden and the Enchanted Forest.
Kids in tow?
Be sure to visit the Garden’s World of Wonders: A Children’s Adventure Garden. This three-acre interactive garden takes children around the world through living biomes and down secret paths all while splashing through 200 fountains! Worked up an appetite? Stroll over to the Café, open seasonally, for a quick lunch, coffee or dessert. For more information, call 757-441-5830 or visit www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org.
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orfolk’s thriving arts community It is with welcomes you into good reason its studios, galleries and Norfolk is up and down the streets of downtown, the NEON Arts called the District and beyond. Cultural Throughout the city, almost Capital of everywhere you turn you’re bound to stumble Virginia. upon artwork – from classically beautiful statues to thought-provoking, abstract mixed-media installations. Downtown Norfolk and surrounding neighborhoods give proof to Norfolk’s flourishing arts scene. It is with good reason Norfolk is called the Cultural Capital of Virginia. While touring Norfolk, keep an eye out for purposefully placed public art pieces ranging in media, location, theme, scale and style. The robust Norfolk Public Art Program strategically places artwork in areas with the most visible impact, such as downtown parking garages. Artist John Rudel’s artwork Eyes peer out from the MacArthur
Center’s parking garage. Laura Grant’s Flyway in the York Street Garage depicts of flocks of rainbow painted Canada Geese. Dance under the night sky with the interactive MetalMatisse by artist Electroland, a 30-foot-tall bouquet of stainless steel flowers that sings and flashes color to movement of passersby at the MacArthur Square light rail station. Travel into Norfolk’s neighborhoods to experience art like Matthew Gray Palmer’s All Things Within All Things, a life-size aluminum African elephant made of thousands of filigree butterflies at the Virginia Zoo. Be sure to venture down Granby Street into Norfolk’s recently dedicated NEON Arts District. You won’t have to look very hard to find a neighborhood transformed by over 15 new street murals and many unexpected art experiences. Find a friend and peer through both sides of Cementiscope, a larger than lifesized kaleidoscope in a fabricated cement mixer, by Glassitorium. For maps of the artwork, background information and additional resources, visit www.norfolkpublicart.org.
The NEON District: Norfolk’s Art District T
he NEON District is Norfolk’s arts district. If you love public art, it’s the neighborhood for you. Featuring murals, sculpture, neon installations, and funky winks throughout, the NEON is the center of Hampton Roads’ public art scene. It is also the home to cultural institutions that support both emerging arts and classical high arts, including the Chrysler Museum and Glass Studio, Harrison Opera House, Chrysler Hall, Glass Wheel Studio, Work | Release, The Push Comedy Theater, Hurrah Players Theater, and more. In 2016, look for The Norfolk Comedy Festival, ground-breaking contemporary art openings, and the NEON Festival. The NEON District: it’s where the new energy of Norfolk shines bright. www.neonnfk.com ART DISTRICT PHOTOS PROVIDED BY: Downtown NORFOLK Council
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Want to know where to go to satisfy your taste buds? Downtown’s Granby Street, affectionately named “restaurant row”, is a sure bet for satisfying your hunger with its diverse range of eateries all within its twelve walkable blocks. Be sure to check out Chartreuse Bistro, a European bistro with organic farm to table entrée options or Field Guide, offering a friendly atmosphere and a delicious spin on American dishes. If you’re looking for a culinary adventure, dine at Saint Germain on Granby Street and enjoy modern interpretations of
Supper Southern Morsels in Ghent American entrees with flair. Dine al fresco on Colley Avenue and 21st Street in Historic Ghent where the sidewalks are lined with restaurants, hip bars and cafes, offering unique dishes with many vegan and vegetarianfriendly options. Try handcrafted sweet potato biscuit sandwiches piled high with hearty fixin’s at Handsome Biscuit, delicious southern cuisine at Supper Southern Morsels or enjoy Asian-inspired tapas at Bardo Edibles & Elixirs. If you’re looking for a fun spin on the modern sandwich, check out Toast on Colonial Avenue. Your taste buds will thank you after you sample one of their delicious, toasted creations. Looking for something with local flair? Check out The Bakehouse at Chelsea for European hearth breads and flat bread pizza made with organic flour and locally-sourced produce. Walk right across the street for a midnight snack and some outdoor fun at Torch Bistro complete with cornhole boards and weekly live music entertainment. Don’t miss the fresh-off-the-boat seafood and southern fare around Norfolk’s Ocean View neighborhood. If you’ve got your whole clan, you’re in luck as there’s plenty of family-friendly dining options dotting the Military Highway area. You’re sure to find tasty dishes at wallet-friendly price points.
ELIXIRS Thirsting for a taste of our local flavor? Norfolk is home to Virginia’s first urban winery and two thriving craft breweries ready to whet your palate. Mermaid Winery and Smartmouth Brewing Company and O’Connor Brewing Company have tasting rooms and tours available. If you’re looking for chic atmosphere coupled with a diverse drink menu, look no further than Luna Maya or Press 626 Wine Bar in Ghent. Still looking to quench your thirst? Head over to the Birch Bar in the Chelsea District for artisanal and small batch brews paired with gourmet international cheese samplers. 18
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SAILING HARBOR CRUISES 2 Hour Narrated Harbor Tours & Sunset Cruises Depart from Norfolk's Waterside.
Since 1986
(757) 627-7245
Group Rates and Private Parties Available.
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NAVAL BASE CRUISES “Your Front Row Seat To The Naval Fleet”
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(757) 627-7406
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2 Hour Narrated Cruises Depart Depart from Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin.
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Coastal Virginia Attractions
The Coastal Virginia Tourism Alliance welcomes you to one of America’s most scenic and historic travel destinations. The Coastal Virginia region is comprised of the cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Smithfield/Isle of Wight, Suffolk, Yorktown, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and Virginia’s Eastern Shore. All are accessible by major interstate highway systems, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and two major airports in Norfolk and Newport News both served by low fare airlines. Coastal Virginia makes a perfect vacation destination for those seeking clean beaches, outdoor recreation, fascinating history, fine arts culture, thrilling events and festivals, exciting theme parks, abundant shopping, world-class fishing and coastal cuisine. We offer an experience for every kind of traveler. Beach lovers revel on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. History buffs are inspired by the past in Williamsburg, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News and Smithfield/Isle of Wight. Chesapeake and Suffolk are both entry points to the vast nature of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Virginia’s Eastern Shore offers pristine coastal plains perfect for bird watching as well as NASA rocket launches. In addition, museums and the arts abound throughout the region and it is home to the world renowned Virginia Arts Festival. You’ll also have a chance to “salute” our military. We are the home to the world’s largest naval base! This just touches on what you can see and do in Coastal Virginia. We hope you get a chance to experience it all. We are glad you are here to “Sea Our History”!
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Our area’s major attractions listings are presented on the following pages.
AMERICAN ROVER Norfolk Harbor Sailing Cruises
Set Sail aboard this 125 passenger Sailing Schooner. Offering daytime and sunset harbor cruises on the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and the Port of Virginia. Help hoist the sails, take a turn at the helm, or just relax and enjoy the Captain’s tour. Seating is available on the shaded upper deck. Our air-conditioned below deck area has ship store, bar and rest rooms. Private charters and special event cruises available. Departing Waterside Marina in Downtown Norfolk. Call 757-627-7245 or visit www.AmericanRover.com. Sailing April through October.
EDGAR CAYCE’S A.R.E.
Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E.– Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc. Come explore the fascinating work of famed psychic Edgar Cayce, the “sleeping prophet” and “father of holistic medicine.” Free daily film, tour, and lecture on dreams, intuition, holistic health and more. Our campus includes a metaphysical library, Bookstore & Gift Shop, meditation garden, stone labyrinth, Health Center & Spa, and an onsite café. The renovated Health Center & Spa has treatment rooms overlooking the ocean offering holistic services including the Cayce/Reilly® massage, chiropractic services, and hydrotherapy sessions. We also offer ESP testing, astrology charts, psychic fairs, and conferences with world-renowned presenters. Learn more at EdgarCayce.org.
HAMPTON This is Hampton
Hampton, the 400-year old city located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, is multi-faceted; rich in Civil War history, African American heritage, water recreation, and abundant shopping and dining opportunities. The Hampton History Museum is a great place to begin your explorations. The museum introduces Hampton’s 400-year history in its galleries, interpreting the city’s role in pivotal American decisions and milestones. The Hampton Visitor Center shares this location so you can gather great information on the sites you wish to explore and purchase money-saving admission tickets. The Sea to Stars Ticket, for example, combines admission to the Virginia Air & Space Center, an IMAX film, a ride on the Hampton Carousel, a cruise aboard the Miss Hampton II and admission to the Hampton History Museum for one low price. Buy adult tickets for $39 and youth tickets for $25. The Virginia Air & Space Center features more than 100 flight simulators and hands-on exhibits of air and space innovations. The Riverside 3D IMAX Theater presents digital feature films and documentaries on a five-story screen. Next door, the Hampton Carousel spins visitors on hand-carved horses and chariots built in 1920 by European artisans. Fort Monroe visitors are encouraged to cross the moat encircling the stone fort to explore the Casemate Museum and many historic landmarks and to climb the fort walls to enjoy the spectacular view of the harbor. See the cell where Jefferson Davis was held at the conclusion of the Civil War. A tour aboard the Miss Hampton II reveals Fort Monroe’s companion fortification, Fort Wool, located across the channel at Hampton Roads’ entrance. The Miss Hampton II harbor Continued on page A4
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tour boat and the Ocean Eagle fishing boat are located nearby along the Hampton waterfront. Hampton University Museum, founded in 1868, has a collection of more than 9,000 works of contemporary art and artifacts spanning African, African-American, Pan-American and Native-American cultures. You can explore the campus with one of several Smartphone tours available at VisitHampton.com or learn about the campus’ and city’s remarkable past through interpretive historic markers located on the campus and throughout Hampton. You are also sure to adore the unique dining and shopping in Downtown Hampton, Phoebus and in Coliseum Central. There’s no shortage of fun and adventure. After all, This is Hampton! For visitor information call 800-800-2202, 757-727-1102 or come to VisitHampton.com.
JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT, YORKTOWN VICTORY CENTER
Living-History Museums Chronicle Nation’s Beginnings
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A hands-on history experience awaits visitors at two Williamsburg area museums that explore the nation’s beginnings. At Jamestown Settlement, gallery exhibits chronicle 1600s Virginia in the context of its Powhatan Indian, English and African cultures, complementing historical interpretation at outdoor re-creations of a Powhatan Indian village, the three ships that brought America’s first permanent English colonists in 1607, and colonial fort. The story of the American Revolution, from the beginnings of colonial unrest to the formation of the new nation, unfolds at the Yorktown Victory Center through indoor exhibits and outdoor re-creations of a Continental Army encampment and Revolution-period farm. The museums are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Christmas and New Year’s days. For more information call 888-593-4682 or visit www.historyisfun.org. Continued on page A6
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MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM
A true treasure of Virginia Beach, the Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the largest private collections of military aircraft. These vintage WWI and WWII aircraft, such as our Curtiss JN-4 Jenny, Messerschmitt Bf-109, P-51 Mustang, de Havilland Mosquito and Spitfire, have been restored to their original flying condition. See these living pieces of history fly at our annual WWII air show in May, Flying Proms in June and WWI show in October. Visit us at 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach or call 757-721-7767. www.MilitaryAviationMuseum.org
NAUTICUS
This maritime-themed science museum, on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, offers a fun and exciting educational experience for visitors of all ages. In addition to its largest artifact—The Battleship Wisconsin—unique features of this 120,000-square-foot facility include hands-on exhibits, touch tanks, 3D movies, and more. Plus, walk the decks of history with a self-guided deck tour of the Battleship Wisconsin—one of the largest and last battleships built by the U.S. Navy—and see the wardroom, and officers’ quarters, berthing units, chapel and other areas. Guided tours of additional ship areas are available for an additional fee. While onsite at Nauticus, be sure to check out Our Mighty Seaport, an exhibit exploring maritime commerce as well as Guns, Sweat, and Gears: Anatomy of a Battleship, with its enormous gun devices, tools, and personal mementos from the Battleship Wisconsin. Step inside the Clelia, an underwater exploration submersible, and control an actual 9-foot long robotic arm to collect samples and artifacts from the seabed and examine Science on a Sphere, a six-foot globe displaying weather phenomena around the world. Don’t leave without a visit to Dockside Café or the Banana Pier Gift Shop for great nautical gifts. Call 757-664-1000 or visit Nauticus.org for hours and admission fees.
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The Mariners’ Museum The Mariners’ Museum, America’s National Maritime Museum, is filled with fascinating stories, captured in the priceless artifacts that celebrate the spirit of the open sea. Explore small craft from around the world. Discover the USS Monitor Center, home to the Civil War ironclad’s iconic gun turret, where the
incredible story of her creation, battle, sinking and recovery are told in vivid detail. View maritime art, handcrafted ship models and rare figureheads. Experience a 3D film in the Explorers Theater. Located in a 550-acre park, visitors can hike the 5-mile Noland Trail, picnic Continued on page A8
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Virginia Living Museum Virginia Living Museum – celebrating 50 years of connecting people to nature! View endangered red wolves. Get close to a loggerhead turtle and jellyfish. Touch live spider crabs and fossilized dinosaur tracks. Living exhibits depict Virginia’s natural heritage from the mountains to the sea. See animals living in a cypress swamp, mountain cove and beneath the
Chesapeake Bay. Touch famous Bay creatures. Enjoy hands-on activities. Travel the galaxies in the planetarium theater. Outdoors, stroll the boardwalk to view animals in naturalized habitats. Explore an extensive collection of native plants and green living exhibits. Young kids enjoy role play as an animal keeper/vet and the Nature Playground. Explore supersized animatronic bugs through April 17, roaring animatronic dinosaurs May 7 – Sept. 5, plus enjoy special anniversary events.
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With 144 miles of shoreline, there’s so much to do while visiting Norfolk, Virginia. Take a tour of the Elizabeth River harbor on a majestic tall ship, sip on some of the best wines around at Mermaid Winery, Virginia’s very first urban winery, try delicious beers at local breweries or watch world-renowned artists blow glass at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio. Hungry? Norfolk has become well-known for its wide variety of cuisine and is home to more than 80 chef-owned restaurants in the downtown area, many featuring Virginia wine and Virginia-grown produce and meat. Downtown isn’t the only place to find eclectic entrees. A host of restaurants dot the streets of Ghent, the historic Freemason district, Ocean View and other areas of the city. If history is your thing, sign up for a boat or land tour of the world’s largest Naval Base, stop by the MacArthur Memorial, or walk the Cannonball Trail. You can jam out to some of the nation’s best music at the NorVa, named “Venue that Rocks” the hardest by Rolling Stone
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Set Sail for a bygone era aboard The Yorktown Schooners
Serenity & Alliance magazine. There are antique shops, coffee houses & galleries galore in the hip, historic Ghent district just a few minutes from downtown. There is truly something for everyone here! For additional information, call 800-368-3097, or visit www.visitnorfolktoday.com.
Pirate Adventure Cruises
Late March to September $37 Adults, $22 kids
2 Hour Sightseeing Cruises
Late March thru Early November Morning, Afternoon and Sunset Sails
Departing from Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. Call 844.724.5956 or visit www.sailyorktown.com
NORFOLK SOUTHERN
Clothing, tools, locomotive and train parts, maps, and advertisements are among the more than 500 artifacts dating to the 1830s showcased in the Norfolk Southern Museum. Exhibits include a locomotive simulator, a 900-pound railroad coupler, photographs of workers past and present, and diagrams used to teach hand signals and lantern use to railroad trainees. The history of Norfolk Southern belongs not only to the company, but to the communities it serves and to generations of workers. Norfolk Southern’s history has shaped its path as one of the nation’s premier transportation companies, with 20,000 route miles in 22 states.
SPIRIT OF NORFOLK Cruising Year-Round From Downtown
Get ready for the time of your life. Step aboard the Spirit of Norfolk and come alive for an afternoon or evening of all-out fun. You’ll dine and dance to live DJ entertainment while being dazzled by skyline sights and a close-up look at the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet. Choose from fun-filled lunches, dinners and midnight cruises. Details and tickets, www.spiritofnorfolk.com or 866-211-3803. Advance reservations strongly recommended.
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Join the Yorktown Schooners Alliance and Serenity and step back into history as you sail the York River past the battlefield where our country won its independence. Lend a hand at setting sail, look for dolphins and osprey, or relax with a beverage from our ship’s galley. For families, try the Pirate Adventure Cruise. Kids will join the pirate crew and help raise the sails, steer the schooner, tie a knot and fire the cannon. Both ships also available for private charters and special events. Sailing daily late March to early November. Advance reservations recommended. For schedule and tickets, visit www.sailyorktown.com. 844-724-5956. Continued on page A12
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SUFFOLK
Small town charm and big city amenities converge in Suffolk, Virginia. Our historic downtown blends unique boutiques and shoppes with award-winning restaurants. Anchored by the Suffolk Visitor Center, Main Street is lined with historic homes and churches. Suffolk boasts year-round family-friendly events. Discover the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge—112,000 acres of untouched wilderness. You’ll love our swamp safaris, canoe excursions, ghost walks and lantern tours. Kayak or fish in 8,000 acres of lakes and rivers. Golf one of our five championship golf courses. Take the plunge and skydive! Explore Riddick’s Folly House Museum where Union Army officers left behind penciled graffiti that is still legible today. Our 1885 passenger station is now Seaboard Station Railroad Museum. Visit the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, a professional performing arts theater. 757-514-4130. VisitSuffolkVa.com.
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NAVAL BASE CRUISES ABOARD THE VICTORY ROVER Your front row seat to the Naval Fleet. Two Hour Narrated Cruises depart daily from Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin in Downtown Norfolk. The Captain provides a fascinating commentary as passengers cruise the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River. See one of the world’s busiest sea ports including the world’s largest naval base, home of the Atlantic Fleet: Destroyers, Cruisers, Submarines, Aircraft Carriers and more. Up to 150 guests enjoy comfortable seating, air conditioned enclosed deck, shaded upper deck, and snack bar. Call 757-627-7406 or www.navalbasecruises.com. Cruising March - December.
VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME
Whether it is with a large school group or a family visit, the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum is home to many memorable exhibits and full of interactive fun. A basketball court, sports complex, racing simulators and a radio announcing booth await you! The Museum also hosts many special events, birthday parties, galas and weddings. For more information, visit the Museum’s website at www.vshfm.com or follow them on Facebook or Twitter (@VSHFM).
THE VIRGINIA ZOO
Journey to mysterious places inhabited by exotic animals from around the world–without leaving Hampton Roads! Discover lions, bears, elephants, gibbons, giraffes, colorful birds and more! Watch the red panda climb through the trees just above your head. Pet the animals in the ZooFarm. Enjoy a stroll or ride the Zoo train among the themed gardens and beautiful landscaping. The Virginia Zoo provides education and entertainment for people of all ages, and the Zoo is home to more than 400 animals on 53 beautifully landscaped acres. Exhibits encourage the animals’ natural behavior, provide information about their habitats, what they eat and their worldwide conservation status. Visiting the Virginia Zoo is a fantastic thing to do with family and friends, and it’s a terrific value! Admission is $11 for adults, $9 for children (ages 2-11) and $10 for seniors (62+). Children under two get in FREE! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except major winter holidays. For more information, visit www.virginiazoo.org.
HISTORIC YORKTOWN
Travel back in time, then savor the present at this year-round destination for history, shopping, outdoor recreation, fine dining and special events. Relive the pivotal battle of the Revolutionary War. Visit historic homes, museums, and battlefields by foot or enjoy a guided Segway tour through town. Set sail on Yorktown’s Schooners Alliance and Serenity. Shop in specialty stores, enjoy a wine or beer dinner, play on the riverfront, and dine in one-of-a-kind restaurants. Come for a day, a weekend or longer. 757-890-3300 or www.visityorktown.org.
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It’s four seasons of fun in Norfolk with exciting celebrations all year long. Here’s a list of major signature events and festivals happening around the city. JANUARY
ECHL Norfolk Admirals Norfolk Scope Arena; January-April & October-December 757-640-1212 www.norfolkadmirals.com Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week Downtown Norfolk 757-623-1757 www.downtownnorfolk.org
MARCH 49th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Ocean View 757-587-3548 www.norfolkparade.com MEAC Basketball Tournament Norfolk Scope Arena 757-951-2055 www.meachoops.com
APRIL Virginia Arts Festival April-June 877-741-ARTS www.vafest.org
Virginia International Tattoo Norfolk Scope Arena 757-282-2800 www.vafest.org Norfolk Nato Festival Town Point Park • 757-282-2801 www.norfolknatofestival.org
MAY 10th Annual Spring Town Point Virginia Wine Festival PRESENTED BY AT&T Town Point Park • 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 15th Annual Virginia Beer Festival Town Point Park • 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival Stockley Gardens 757-625-6161 www.hope-house.org Norfolk Greek Festival Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral 757-440-0500 www.norfolkgreekfestival.com
JUNE 40th Annual Norfolk Harborfest® Presented by AT&T Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
27th Annual Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival PRESENTED BY AT&T Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org Pridefest 2016 Town Point Park 757-269-9707 www.hamptonroadspride.org
JULY 6th Annual AT&T Summer BrewFest at Town Point Park Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 34th Annual AT&T Fourth Of July Great American Picnic Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 34th Annual Norfolk Jazz Festival PRESENTED BY AT&T Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 25th Annual Ocean View Crab & Seafood Feast Ocean View Beach Park 757-288-8208 www.festevents.org Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week Downtown Norfolk 757-623-1757 www.downtownnorfolk.org
Thank Goodness It’s Ocean View Music Concert Series Ocean View Beach Park Every Friday Night, July-Aug. 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
AUGUST 16th Annual Norfolk Latino Music Festival Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
SEPTEMBER 5th Annual ETC Indie Music & Arts Festival Presented by AT&T Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 8th Annual Opera In the Park Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 4th Annual Ribtoberfest Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
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28th Annual AT&T Virginia Children’s Festival Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org Stockley Gardens Fall Arts Festival Stockley Gardens 757-625-6161 www.hope-house.org
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 32nd Annual Grand Illumination Parade Downtown Norfolk 757-623-1757 www.downtownnorfolk.org Holidays In The City Kicks off late November through January 757-623-1757 www.downtownnorfolk.org Dominion Garden of Lights Norfolk Botanical Garden Late November-December 31st 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. nightly 757-441-5830 www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
For a complete list of events, daily activities and full descriptions please visit www.visitnorfolktoday.com/ calendar. Events subject to change so please call ahead and confirm dates and times prior to making plans.
OCTOBER 29th Annual AT&T Town Point Virginia Wine Festival Town Point Park 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
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Things to Do American Rover Norfolk SAILING HARBOR Cruises Waterside Marina, Downtown Norfolk. 757-627-7245 americanrover.com The Armed Forces Memorial Southeastern corner of Town Point Park. 1-800-368-3097 Cannonball Trail Throughout Downtown Norfolk. 757-664-6620 visitnorfolktoday.com Chrysler Museum of Art One Memorial Pl. 757- 664-6200 chrysler.org
Pagoda Garden Tea House & Gallery
Chrysler Museum Glass Studio 745 Duke Street. 757-333-6299 chrysler.org/glass-studio
City Beaches on the Chesapeake Bay norfolk.gov/rpos/Beaches. asp for more information. Doumar’s 1919 Monticello Ave. 757-627-4163 doumars.com Fort Norfolk Located at 810 Front St. norfolkhistorical.org Elizabeth River Ferry Downtown to Elizabeth River Ferry Olde Towne Portsmouth The Waterside District 757-222-6100 goHRT.com Glass Wheel Studio 128 W Olney Rd. 757-819-4150 Hampton Roads Naval Museum One Waterside Dr. #248 757-322-2987 hrnm.navy.mil
Hermitage Museum & Gardens 7637 North Shore Rd. 757-423-2052 thehermitagemuseum.org
Norfolk Admirals Ice Hockey 201 E. Brambleton Ave. 757-640-1212 norfolkadmirals.com
Hunter House Victorian Museum 240 W. Freemason St. 757-623-9814 hunterhousemuseum.org
Norfolk Botanical Garden 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. 757-441-5830 norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
Janaf Shopping Yard At the intersection of N. Military Highway and Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-461-4954 janafshopping.com
Norfolk Southern Museum 3 Commercial Pl. (Ground Floor) 757-629-2717
Lambert’s Point Golf Course 4301 Powhatan Ave. 757-489-1677 norfolkgolf.net MacArthur Center 300 Monticello Ave. 757-627-6000 shopmacarthur.com The MacArthur Memorial Bank Street and City Hall Ave. 757-441-2965 macarthurmemorial.org Mermaid Factory
919a W. 21st St. 757-233-0733 mermaidfactory.com
Military Circle Mall 880 N. Military Hwy. shopmilitarycircle.com Moses Myers House 323 E. Freemason St. 757-664-6200 chrysler.org Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin One Waterside Dr. 757-664-1000 nauticus.org Naval Base Cruises Aboard the Victory Rover Departs from Nauticus, One Waterside Dr. 757-627-7406 navalbasecruises.com Naval Station Norfolk 9079 Hampton Blvd. 757-444-7955 cnic.navy.mil/norfolksta
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Norfolk Tides Baseball Club at Harbor Park 150 Park Ave. 757-622-2222 norfolktides.com Ocean View Golf Course 9610 Norfolk Ave. 757-480-2094 norfolkgolf.net Ocean View Station Museum 111 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-531-0445 Pagoda Garden Tea House & Gallery 265 West Tazewell St. 757-622-0506 pagodagarden.org Slover Library 235 E. Plume St. 757-664-7323 sloverlibrary.com Spirit of Norfolk 866-451-3866 spiritofnorfolk.com Town Point Park 101 W. Waterside Dr. 757-441-2345 festevents.org Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St. 757- 441-2374 virginiazoo.org Willoughby-Baylor House 601 E. Freemason St. 757-664-6200 chrysler.org Windows on History Alongside MacArthur Center on City Hall Ave. 757-664-6200
PERFORMING ARTS
Renowned for its dedication to the arts, Norfolk takes center stage with critically-acclaimed resident performing arts companies, exceptional live performances and spectacular annual cultural events.
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Performing Arts Norfolk boasts a vibrant performing arts scene and a diverse range of venues offering live performance capabilities and state-ofthe-art acoustics. If it’s world-class entertainment you’re looking for, you’ll find it in Norfolk!
• 3 Centuries of Architecture • Café • Digital History Collection • Free Wi-Fi • Teen Lounge • Computer Labs • 160,000 Books From weddings to corporate parties, an array of spaces to accommodate groups up to 300.
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Attucks Theatre 1010 Church St. 757-664-6464 sevenvenues.com Ballet Virginia International 700 W. 21st St. 757-446-1401 balletvirginia.org
The Children’s Theatre of Hampton Roads childrenstheatre ofhamptonroads.org Chrysler Hall 215 St. Pauls Blvd. 757-664-6464 sevenvenues.com
The Generic Theater Beneath Chrysler Hall. 215 St. Paul’s Blvd. 757-441-2160 generictheater.org
Glass Wheel Studio 128 Olney Rd. glasswheelstudio.com Harrison Opera House 160 W. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-664-6464 or 866-OPERA-VA sevenvenues.com L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center 700 Park Ave. 757-823-8323 nsu.edu/wilder
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The Little Theatre of Norfolk 801 Claremont Ave. 757-627-8551 ltnonline.org Norfolk Chamber Consort 757-852-9072 ncconsort.org Norfolk Scope Arena 201 E. Brambleton Ave. 757-664-6464 sevenvenues.com The NorVa 317 Monticello Ave. 757-627-4547 thenorva.com Perry Family Theatre 485 St. Pauls Blvd. 757-627-5437 hurrahplayers.com Push Comedy Theater 763 Granby St. 757-333-7442 pushcomedytheater.com TCC Roper Performing Arts Center 340 Granby St. 757-822-1450 tccropercenter.org Ted Constant Convocation Center 4320 Hampton Blvd. 877-YNOT-TIX 757-683-4444 ynottix.com
Todd Rosenlieb Dance 325 Granby St. 757-626-3262 trdance.org Virginia Chorale 757-627-8375 vachorale.org
A Luxurious Bed And BreAkfAst
Virginia Opera 160 W. Virginia Beach Blvd. 866-OPERA-VA vaopera.org
• Southern Hospitality at its finest • 3 Suites, 4 Deluxe Rooms • Includes full gourmet breakfast, Free Off-Street Parking, • Free Wireless Internet, afternoon refreshments and much, much more • Corporate & Military Discounts Available
Virginia Stage Company 110 E. Tazewell St. at Norfolk’s Wells Theatre 757-627-1234 vastage.org
323 fairfax Avenue, norfolk, VA 23507 • 757.625.5033 • 800.599.7659 • www.pagehouseinn.com
Virginia Symphony Orchestra 757-892-6366 virginiasymphony.org The Venue ON 35th 631 35th St. 757-469-0337 venue-35.com Virginia Children’s Chorus 757-440-9100 vachildrenschorus.org Wells Theatre 110 E. Tazewell St. 757-664-6464 sevenvenues.com Work / Release 759 Granby St. 757-962-2992 workreleasenorfolk.com
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Celebrating two decades of bringing unforgettable performances from around the world, the Virginia Arts Festivals pulls out all the stops for its 20th Anniversary.
t began as a dream: to gather the world’s best artists and share their gifts with the people of Norfolk and surrounding areas. Since 1997, the Virginia Arts Festival has brought hundreds of artists to Norfolk’s concert halls and theaters, clubs and churches, and parks and schools. And this year, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, the Festival has created a spectacular anniversary season. Beloved for its great musical performances, the Festival has also become a force in the world of dance, an art that is superbly represented this year. The Festival opens with a Dance Celebration that showcases the brightest and best of the dance world, in performances that dazzle the eye and lift the soul. Dancers from American Ballet Theatre, Britain’s Birmingham Royal Ballet, Mark Morris Dance Group, Richmond Ballet, and more will perform April 9 and 10 in Norfolk’s Chrysler Hall. Flanking that gala performance will be appearances by two of the greatest American dance companies: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, hailed as “the most bravura dancers on the planet” (Chicago Sun-Times), performs February 26-28; and the legendary Dance Theatre of Harlem returns with the world premiere of a new work commissioned by the Virginia Arts Festival, May 13-16. Among the great music performances in this year’s Festival is a concert sure to be starred on every classical music lover’s calendar, when 18-time Grammy Award-winning cellist Yo Yo Ma and the great virtuoso pianist Emanuel Ax perform together April 12. The Festival’s chamber music offerings, unmatched in this or any other
area, round out a season of great music; see the Festival web site at vafest.org for details. Theater lovers have reasons to celebrate in the 2016 Festival as well. Joining a worldwide celebration of Shakespeare, in the 400th anniversary year of the Bard’s death, the Virginia Arts Festival will join together the Virginia Stage Company and the Virginia Symphony and Chorus for a spectacular new staging of The Tempest, with the full orchestra and chorus performing music composed by Jean Sibelius, conducted by JoAnn Falletta. This fully staged production will be performed April 16-17 at Chrysler Hall. Also celebrating its 20th anniversary is the Virginia International Tattoo, which has brought tens of thousands of people to Norfolk from around the world over the years. Named the top U.S. event of North America’s 100 Best Events for 2016 by the American Bus Association, the Tattoo is an awe-inspiring spectacle of music and might, featuring pipers, drummers, drill teams, and performers from throughout the United States and across the globe, April 21-24. And in case all that great entertainment, inspiring performances, and sheer beauty makes you thirsty, the Virginia Arts Festival is a proud copresenter (with FestEvents) of the Virginia Beer Festival, May 21-22. Top off your Festival fun with a frosty mug or foaming stein of brews from around the world! For more information and tickets to Virginia Arts Festival performances, visit vafest.org or call 757-282-2822.
DINING
Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts in Freemason District
Whether you’re looking for a familyfriendly meal, a romantic night out, a culinary tour of restaurants or pub grub, Norfolk has something for everyone—and every appetite.
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Dining Guide
Dining Key $/$$/$$$ V VV GF
Pricing Vegetarian Vegan/Vegetarian Gluten Free
Au Bon Pain
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-446-8582 aubonpain.com French Bakery/Café
$VBLD
Baxter’s Sports Lounge 500 Granby St. 757-622-9837 baxterssportslounge.com Sports Bar
$$ L D
Bean There Café
223 City Hall Ave. 757-623-5282 beantherecoffeehouse.com Café & Espresso Bar
B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner * Advertiser
Nordstrom Café
d’egg Diner Downtown
Café
$ V B L
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-314-1111 shop.nordstrom.com
$$ L D
California Pizza Kitchen
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-622-7190 cpk.com Pizza/Pasta/Sandwiches
$$ GF VV L D
Campus Cup at TCC
$BLD
310 Granby St. 757-822-1997 Coffeehouse/Breakfast
Bite Restaurant & Catering
Charley’s Grilled Subs
440 Monticello Ave. 757-486-0035 enjoybite.com American
$$ V B L
Black Tuna Bar & Grille Tortilla West
at Wyndham Hotel 700 Monticello Ave. 757-627-5555 wyndham.com American
$ L D
$ B L
$ V B L
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-640-1440 charleys.com Philly Steaks/Subs
$$ L D
Chartreuse Bistro
204 E. Main St. 757-626-3447 deggnorfolk.com American
Dominion Deli
999 Waterside Dr. 757-622-9434 Deli/Convenience Store
$ B L
Domino’s
426 Granby St. 757-963-5656 Dominos.com Pizza/Pasta/Subs
$$ V L D
Empire Little Bar & Bistro 257 Granby St. 757-626-3100 littlebarbistro.com Eclectic Tapas
$$ V D
Famous Uncle Al’s Hot Dogs
155 Granby St. 757-625-8319 famousals.com Hot Dogs/Sandwiches
205 E. City Hall Ave. 757-893-9221 Five Points Farm Market 508 Orapax St. chartreusebistro.us $ B L 2500 Church St. 757-440-3777 European Bistro Field Guide Briki Coffee House 757-962-4677 Mexican $$$ B D $$$ VV L D 429 Granby St. 4117 Granby St. #C 5ptsfarmmarket.org $$ D fieldguide.is Bobalicious Frozen Chili’s Grill & Bar 757-336-8002 Café American Yogurt MacArthur Center Mall brikicoffeehouse.com DOWNTOWN $ VV L D $$ V L D MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. Greek Coffeehouse 219 Bistro Orapax Inn 300 Monticello Ave. 757-627-7440 Firehouse Subs $ B L 219 Granby St. 1300 Redgate Ave. 757-314-3499 chilis.com MacArthur Center Mall 757-416-6219 757-627-8041 Café M mybobalicious.com American & Mexican 300 Monticello Ave. 219bistro.com theorapax.com 110 La Valette Ave. Frozen Yogurt $$ L D 757-233-0837 Greek/Pizza American Bistro 757-416-7466 $ VV firehousesubs.com Chocollage $$ V L D thecafem.com $$ L D Subs Bodega 201 College Pl. Coffeehouse/Bakery/Café 3 Way Café Smartmouth Brewing $ VV L D 442 Granby St. 757-533-5335 $ V B L 216 E. Plume St. Company 757-622-8527 Bakery/Café FM Restaurant 757-625-3929 Charlie’s Café 1309 Raleigh Ave. bodegaongranby.com $$ B L D The NorVa 3waycafe.com 4024 Granby St. 757-624-3939 Tapas 320 Granby St. American Bistro City Dock 757-625-0824 smartmouthbrewing.com $$ V D 757-622-5915 $ VV B L Sheraton Norfolk Waterside charliesamericancafe.com Brewery fmnorfolk.com Brickhouse Diner 777 Waterside Dr. American 456 Fish $$ D American 580 E. Main St. #101 757-640-2776 456 Granby St. $ VV B L D The Bakehouse $$ V L D 757-622-1006 starwoodhotels.com 757-625-4444 Cogan’s Pizza North at Chelsea American Contemporary American 456fish.com Freemason Abbey 4311 Colley Ave. 1233 W. Olney Rd. $$ V B L D Seafood $$$ B L D 209 W. Freemason St. 757-627-6428 757-644-6939 $$ V D 757-622-3966 Buffalo Wild Wings Cuisine coganspizza.com Bakery/Pizza freemasonabbey.com A Latte Café 420 Monticello Ave. Slover Library Pizza $$ VV B L D 321 Granby St. * See ad on page 11 757-965-3959 235 E. Plume St. #101 $$ VV L D American The Birch 757-625-2326 buffalowildwings.com 757-431-7497 Crackers 1231 W. Olney Rd. Coffeehouse/Café Wings $$ V L D cuisineandcompany.com 4226 Granby St. 757-962-5400 $ B L $$ L D American Gershwin’s 757-640-0200 thebirchbar.com an Olive & a Grape $$ VV L 332 Granby St. Byrd & Baldwin littlebarbistro.com Craft Beer & 323 Granby St. 757-226-0814 Bros. Steakhouse Cure Coffeehouse Eclectic Tapas Artisanal Cheese 757-752-1022 gershwinsnorfolk.com 116 Brooke Ave. and Brasserie $$ V D $$ V L D anoliveandagrape.com American/Piano Bar 757-222-9191 503 Botetourt St. Olive Oils/Italian Deli French Bakery & The Torch Bistro $$ VV D byrdbaldwin.com 757-321-0044 $$ L D Delicatessen 601 Orapax St. Steakhouse/Chophouse curenorfolk.com Gourmet Gang 4108 Granby St. 757-416-6848 $$$ GF V D Coffeehouse/Brasserie AJ Gators Sports Bar 480 E. Main St. 757-625-4936 thetorchbistro.com and Grill $ V B L D Café Crema 757-640-1065 Bakery/Deli American Bistro 435 Monticello Ave. 999 Waterside Dr. gourmetgang.com $$ B L D $$ V L D 757-622-5544 757-623-6434 Deli/Café gatorssportsbar.com cafecrema.webs.com $$ VV L D Sports Bar & Grill Café
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Granby Bistro & Deli 225 Granby St. 757-622-7003 Deli/Café
$ V B D
Granby Street Pizza
235 Granby St. 757-622-5084 granbystreetpizza.com Pizza/Italian/Subs/Gyros
$VLD
Hell’s Kitchen
124 Granby St. 757-624-1906 hknorfolk.com American
$$ V L D
Hits at the Park
Harbor Park Baseball Stadium 150 Park Ave. 757-624-1048 American AYCE Buffet
$$ L D
Hokkaido Sushi Bar 233 Granby St. 757-622-2318 lovehokkaido.com Sushi Bar
$$ VV L D
Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts
501 Botetourt St. 757-622-7757 hummingbirdmacarons.com Bakery/Dessert Catere
$$ B L D
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 140 Granby St. 757-965-7600 jimmyjohns.com Subs/Sandwiches
$VLD
Johnny Rockets
Norfolk Seafood Co. & Big Easy Oyster Bar
Sakura Elite Sushi & Hibachi
The Bistro
$$ V D
$$ V L D
$$ B D
111 Tazewell St. 757-227-6222 norfolkseafoodco.com Seafood/Cajun
Norfolk Tap Room
Schlotzsky’s Deli
The Bistro on Main
$$ V D
$VLD
The Dining Room
101 Granby St. 757-961-0896 norfolktaproom.com American
Nouvelle Restaurant 217 Grace St. 757-248-3712 French
$$ L D
Omar’s Carriage House
313 W. Bute St. 757-622-4990 omarscarriagehouse.com American/Moroccan
$$ V L D
Outtakes Café
1 Waterside Dr. 757-622-3868 Coffee/Deli
$BLD
Panda Express
Max & Erma’s
Scotty Quixx
436 Granby St. 757-625-0008 scottyquixxongranby.com American/World Fusion
$$ L D
Shula’s 347 Grill
Norfolk Waterside Marriott 235 E. Main St. 757-282-6347 donshula.com * See ad on page 7 Steakhouse
$$$ V L D
$$ D
The Grilled Cheese Bistro 345 Granby St. 757-233-2512 thegrilledcheesebistro.com American
$$ L D
The Lizard Café
$BLD
$ V B L
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-314-1930 starbucks.com Coffeehouse/Café
265 W. Tazewell St. 757-622-0506 pagodagarden.org American/Asian Fusion
$ V B L
Pandaisia Gourmet
520 E. Main St. 757-625-3901 pandaisiagourmet.com Gourmet Deli/Oriental
Rama Garden Thai Cuisine
441 Granby St. 757-616-0533 ramagardennorfolk.com Thai
$$$ VV D
$$ V L D
Wisteria Café
$$ V L D
Ya-Ya Asian Gourmet House
109 College Pl. 757-282-6688 yayaasiangourmet.com Chinese/Thai
The Norfolk Grille
Yo Mix Frozen Yogurt Bar
Zeke’s Beans & Bowls
800 Granby St. 142 W. York St. (York Bldg) 757-963-5520 757-963-6656 Brazilian/Hawaiian thenorfolkgrille.com $$ V B L D starbucks.com American/Greek Café Coffeehouse/Café
Starbucks
$BLD
Subway
259 Granby St. 757-626-1231 subway.com Subs/Salads
$VBLD
Subway
400 Main St. 757-623-6246 subway.com Subs/Salads
$ V B L D
Sushi King
The Pagoda Restaurant
$$ VV L D
The Palace on Plume
200 E. Plume St. 757-962-2135 thepalaceonplume.com Nightclub
$$ V D
The Vineyards Trattoria & Pizzeria
147 Granby St. 757-222-0431 thevineyardstrattoria.com Italian
$$ V L D
Todd Jurich’s Bistro
420 Monticello Ave. #100 150 W. Main St. #101 757-502-8858 757-622-3210 sushikingusa.com toddjurichsbistro.com Japanese/AYCE Buffet American
$$ VV L D
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-625-7771 maxandermas.com $$ V L D American
Sweet Teas
$LD
$$ V D
$$$ V L D
Bardo Edibles & Elixirs 430 W. 21st St. 757-622-7362 bardoeats.com Pacific Rim Tapas
$$ VV L D
Belmont House of Smoke 2117 Colonial Ave. 757-623-4477 belmonthouseofsmoke.com Barbeque
$$ V L D
Boon Thai Erawan
742 W. 21st St. 757-625-0709 boonthaierawan.net Thai
$$ V L D
Borjo Coffeehouse $ VV
Books 420 Monticello Ave. Spirit of Norfolk Cruises Prince 109 Main St. 757-227-3240 Docked at Waterside 757-622-5973 yo-mix.com 866-304-2469 prince-books.com Frozen Yogurt SpiritofNorfolk.com Café $ VV L D Lunch/Dinner Cruises
Pandaisia Gourmet
101 W. Main St. 757-623-2865 pandaisiagourmet.com Gourmet Deli/Oriental
Bangkok Garden
509 Botetourt St. 417 W. 21st St. 757-640-0343 757-622-5047 voilacuisine.com bangkokgardenva.com Int’l/French/Greek Thai
Norfolk Waterside Marriott Work / Release 759 Granby St. 235 E. Main St. 757-962-2992 757-627-4200 workreleasenorfolk.com marriott.com American $$ D
$ L
$LD
Voila!
Chrysler Museum 246 E. Main St. 500 E. Main St. One Memorial Pl. 757-627-2867 757-617-7792 757-333-6291 schlotzskys.com Bistro chrysler.org Sandwiches/Pizza American $ L D
MacArthur Center Mall $$$ L D 300 Monticello Ave. Starbucks 757-314-1586 145 Granby St. pandaexpress.com 757-625-0600 Chinese
MacArthur Center Mall 300 Monticello Ave. 757-622-7330 $ V B L johnnyrockets.com Pandaisia Gourmet 50’s Diner/Burgers & Fries 999 Waterside Dr. $ V L D 757-622-9434 Juicebar Juices pandaisiagourmet.com 245 Granby St. Gourmet Deli/Oriental 757-351-6201 $ V B L juicebarjuices.com Plaza Azteca Juices/Wraps/Salads 411 Granby St. $$ VV B L D 757-965-5600 Luce plazaazteca.com 245 Granby St. Mexican 757-502-7260 $$ V L D Italian
$$ V D
MacArthur Center 300 Monticello Ave. 757-489-0158 Japanese
Marriott Courtyard 520 Plume St. 757-963-6000 marriott.com American
Ghent & odu
80/20 Burger Bar
123 W. 21st St. 757-233-7900 8020burgerbar.com Burgers & Sandwiches
$$ VV D
328 Tequila Lounge 328 W. 20th St. 757-314-1141 328tequila.com Latin American
$$ VV L D
Alkaline
820 Shirley Ave. 757-962-6990 Ramen
$$ D
A.W. Shucks
2200 Colonial Ave. 757-664-9117 Raw Bar/Seafood
$$ L D
Andrea’s La Bella in Ghent 738 W. 22nd St. 757-622-6172 labellainghent.com Italian
4416 Monarch Way 757-440-5800 borjocoffee.com Coffeehouse/Café
$BLD
Café Stella
1907 Colonial Ave. 757-625-0461 Café
$VBLD
Calz Pizza
8245 Hampton Bvld. #105 757-423-3663 calzpizza.com Pizza/Subs/Wings
$VLD
Carolina Cupcakery
2019 Colley Ave. 757-351-1548 carolinacupcakery.com Cupcakes
$LD
Charlie’s Café
1800 Granby St. 757-625-0824 charliesamericancafe.com American
$ VV B L D
Chow
5103 Colley Ave. 757-321-2923 American Southern
$$ VV L D
China Ocean
738 W. 22nd St. 757-626-3636 chinaoceannorfolk.com Chinese
$$ V L D
Chipotle
Town Point Club 1501 Colley Ave. 411 Granby St. 101 W. Main St. #300 757-314-1113 757-625-6606 757-627-8327 $$ VV L D chipotle.com sweetteascuisine.com town-point.com Mexican Southern American Azar’s Market & Café $VLD 2000 Colley Ave. Saffron Indian Bistro $$ L D $$$ B L D $$ V D 757-664-7955 Cook Out 420 Monticello Ave. #170 Texas de Brazil Tropical Smoothie Café azarfoods.com Monastery Restaurant 757-321-7005 1818 Monticello Ave. MacArthur Center Mall 265 Granby St. Mediterranean 443 Granby St. 757-962-3781 saffronnorfolk.com 300 Monticello Ave. 757-624-9400 $$ GF VV L D 757-625-8193 eatcookout.com Indian 757-622-3113 tropicalsmoothie.com Baker’s Crust 443granby.com Burgers & Shakes $$ V L D texasdebrazil.com Smoothies/Sandwiches European $LD 330 W. 21st St. Brazilian Steakhouse Saint Germain $VBLD $$ D 757-625-3600 Cogan’s Pizza 255 Granby St. $$$ D bakerscrust.com 1901 Colonial Ave. Vintage Kitchen Natural Foods 757-321-9445 Bakery/Sandwiches/Wood757-627-6428 The Barrel Room 999 Waterside Dr. MacArthur Center Mall saintgermainnorfolk.com Fired Pizza coganspizza.com 437 Granby St. 757-625-3370 300 Monticello Ave. Modern American Pizza 757-625-2337 vintage-kitchen.com $$ V B L D 757-927-7218 $$$ D $$ VV L D Bar & Grill Modern American Sandwiches & Juices $$$ V L D
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O’s Donuts
Red Dog Saloon
$BL
$$ D
222 W. 21st St. 757-961-1300 osdonuts.com Donuts/Breakfast/Kosher
Panda Express
1200 W. 49th St. 757-683-5089 pandaexpress.com Chinese
$LD
1316 Colley Ave. 201 W. 21st St. #10 757-622-0033 757-314-1171 colleycantina.com fiveguys.com Mexican Burgers & Fries
$$ V L D
$LD
$$ L D
d’egg Diner West
Handsome Biscuit
2511 Colonial Ave. 1170 Lexan Ave. handsomebiscuit.com 757-423-3447 deggnorfolk.com Biscuit Sandwiches $ V B L American
$ V B L
Del Vecchio’s
Hotties Bar & Grill
1083 W. 37th St. 1080 W. 47th St. 757-533-5151 757-440-9300 Nightclub 21+/Bar & Grill del-vecchios.com $ D Pizza/Subs
IHOP
$VLD
Dog-N-Burger Grille 2001 Manteo St. 757-623-1667 dognburger.com Hot Dogs/Burgers/ Barbeque
$VLD
Doumar’s
1919 Monticello Ave. 757-627-4163 doumars.com * See ad on page 41 Ice Cream/Barbeque
$BLD
Dragon City
2301 Colley Ave. 757-664-7900 dragoncitynorfolk.com Chinese
$VLD
Einstein Bros. Bagels 4427 Hampton Bvld. 757-683-7012 einsteinbros.com Bagels/Café
$ VV B L D
Elliot’s Fairgrounds Coffee
114 E. 21st St. 757-625-2866 ihop.com Pancake House
$$ V B L D
Insomnia Cookies
4314 Monarch Way 877-632-6654 insomniacookies.com Cookie Pick Up & Delivery until 3:00am
$BLD
Island Krave Caribbean Bistro
222 W. 21st St. #J 757-627-1725 islandkrave.com Caribbean Smokehouse
$$ VV L D
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 222 W. 21st St. #A 757-227-5952 jimmyjohns.com Subs/Sandwiches
$ GF V L D
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches
4120 Monarch Way #A 806 Baldwin Ave. 757-333-4636 757-640-2899 jimmyjohns.com fairgroundscoffee.com Subs /Sandwiches Coffeehouse/Café $ GF V L D
$ VV B L D
Fellini’s
3901 Colley Ave. 757-625-3000 fellinisva.com Italian
$$ V L D 40
Katana Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
520 W. 21st St. 757-640-8898 katananorfolk.com Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi
$$ V L D
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MJ’s Tavern
$$ VV L D
$$ V L D
1308 Colley Ave. 757-395-4176 pecknpournorfolk.com Wings & Beer
1408 Colley Ave. 4019 Granby St. 757-623-3216 757-648-8942 kellystavern.com mjtavern.com American American
Peck & Pour
Kin’s Wok Chinese
$$ L D
$$ V L D
222 W. 21st St. 757-383-8771 kinswokghentnorfolk.com Chinese
$VLD
Kotobuki Japanese
721 W. 21st St. 757-628-1025 kotobukisushibar.com Japanese
$$ V L D
La Herradura
4220 Monarch Way 757-423-1605 laherraduramexicanfood.com Mexican
$VLD
LeGrand Kitchen
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Pelon’s Baja Grill 520 W. 21st St. 738 W. 22nd St. #15 757-624-6637 757-961-4673 moes.com Mexican pelonsbajagrill.com Mexi/Cali $LD Mojo Bones
Monarch Sports Grille at Springhill Suites 4500 Hampton Blvd. 757-423-4100 marriott.com Sports Bar
$$ L D
4515 Colley Ave. legrandkitchen.com Mr. Shawarma American Southern Mediterranean 727 W. 21st St. $$ D 757-962-9966 Luna Maya Mediterranean 2010 Colley Ave. $$ L D 757-622-6986 lunamayarestaurant.com Nazef Char-Grill South American & Hookah Bar 2001 Colley Ave. #A $$ L D 757-348-8482 Manny’s Burger Middle Eastern/Hookah Bar 2912 Layfayette Blvd. $$ D 757-855-7246 Burgers No Frill Bar and Grill 806 Spotswood Ave. $LD Mazzika Mediterranean 757-627-4262 nofrillgrill.com 4800 Colley Ave. American 757-489-0030 $$ L D Mediterranean/Hookah Bar
$$ D
Mermaid Winery
Noodles & Company
Mi Hogar
4201 Granby St. 757-640-7705 mihogarrestaurant.com Mexican
$$ V L D
Plaza Del Sol
$LD
Pendulum Fine Meats
820 Shirley Ave. 757-962-6990 pendulummeats.com * See ad on page 18 Butcher/Farm to Table Market
$$ VV L D
Perfectly Frank
4408 Monarch Way 757-440-1020 perfectly-frank.com Hot Dogs/Burgers
$BLD
Pho 79
723 W. 21st St. 757-333-4266 eatpho79.com Vietnamese Noodle Soup
$ VV L D
Press 626 Café & Wine Bar 626 W. Olney Rd. 757-282-6234 press626.com Café /Wine Bar
$$ L D
1520 Colley Ave. 757-622-1200 noodles.com Noodle Bar
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
Company
$LD
330 W. 22nd St. #106 757-233-4155 mermaidwinery.com $ VV L D * See ad on page 18 Winery O’Connor Brewing
$$ VV L D
$$ VV L D
4502 Monarch Way 2200 Colonial Ave. 757-961-5465 757-705-4726 mojobones.com mexicoinghent.com Barbeque Mexican
$$ L D
521 W. 25th St. 757-623-2337 oconnorbrewing.com * See ad on page 18 Brewery
$$ D
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$$ VV B L D
340 W. 22nd St. 757-627 1318 pashamezze.com Turkish/Coffeehouse
Kelly’s Tavern
8305 Hampton Blvd. 757-440-2980 rubytuesday.com American
Sakura Sushi Bar
Pasha Mezze
Five Guys Burger & Fries
Ruby Tuesday
Panera Bread
739 W. 21st St. 757-623-9669 panerabread.com Bakery/Café
Colley Cantina
1421 Colley Ave. 757-625-0259 reddognorfolk.com American/Sports Bar
4100 Monarch Way #F 757-683-4821 raisingcanes.com Chicken Fingers
Rajput Indian Cuisine 742 W. 21st St. 757-625-4634 rajputonline.com Indian
$$ VV L D
4300 Monarch Way 757-489-0158 sakuranorfolk.com Japanese/Sushi Bar
Sam’s Texas Sub Shop 4311 Colley Ave. 757-333-4908 Subs/Sandwiches
$VLD
Sandwich Box
907 Colley Ave. 757-961-1000 Subs/Sandwiches
$VL
Skinny Dip Frozen Yogurt Bar 1619 Colley Ave. 757-383-6400 ilovetheskinnydip.com Frozen Yogurt
$LD
Small’s Smokehouse & Oyster Bar
2700 Hampton Blvd. 757-626-3440 smallsodu.com Smokehouse BBQ /Oyster Bar
$$ V L D
Soya Sushi
201 W. 21st St. 757-963-7550 Japanese/Sushi Bar
$$ VV L D
Starbucks on W. 21st 520 W. 21st St. 757-622-3018 starbucks.com Coffeehouse/Café
$BLD
Starbucks on Colley 1318 Colley Ave. 757-640-8513 starbucks.com Coffeehouse/Café
$BLD
Starbucks ODU Village 4417 Monarch Way 757-683-4782 starbucks.com Coffeehouse/Café
$BLD
Subway
1901 Colley Ave. 757-622-6200 subway.com Subs/Salads
$VBLD
Subway
4140 Granby St. 757-627-5505 subway.com Subs/Salads
$VBLD
Supper Southern Morsels 319 W. 21st St. 757-383-6800 suppereats.com Southern
$$ VV L D
Strawberry Fields Smoothies & Gelato
1510 Colley Ave. 757-354-4297 strawberryfieldsgelato.com Gelato/Smoothies/Juice
$ VV L D
Streats Restaurant and Bar
915 W. 21st St. 757-233-9833 streatsnorfolk.com International Street Food
$$ VV D
Tap House Grill
931 W. 21st St. 757-627-9172 Tap House/American
$$ VV D
Taste Unlimited
6464 Hampton Blvd. 757-623-7770 tasteunlimited.com Gourmet Market & Café
$ VV L D
The Dirty Buffalo
4110 Colley Ave. 757-226-7851 thedirtybuffalo.com Buffalo Wings/Late Night Menu
$LD
The Green Onion
Umo
4117 Granby St. 757-493-3677 umonorfolk.com Mexican
$$ VV L D
Volcano Sushi
339 W. 21st St. 757-683-2688 volcanosushinorfolkva.com * See ad on page 41 Japanese/Sushi Bar
$$ L D
Y Not Italian
1517 Colley Ave. 757-624-9111 ynotitalian.com Italian/Pizza/Gelato/Bakery
$$ L D
Yorgo’s Bageldashery 2123 Colonial Ave. 757-623-6609 yorgosbageldashery.com Bagels/Breakfast/Sandwiches
$ VV B L
Yummy Wok
811 Brandon Ave. 757-628-6868 yummywoknorfolk.com Chinese
$VLD
Zero’s
4210 Monarch Way 757-489-2095 zerossubs.com Subs/Pizza/Wings
$LD
Applebee’s Grill & Bar
The Pita Pit
$$ L D
1503 Colley Ave. 757-446-8575 pitapitusa.com Pita Sandwiches
$ VV B L D
The Public House 1112 Colley Ave. 757-227-9064 publichouseeats.com Gastropub
$$ L D
The Ten Top
748 Shirley Ave. 757-622-5422 thetentop.com American
$ VV L D
Toast
2406 Colonial Ave. toastplace.com Foods Served On Toast
$ VV L D
Tropical Smoothie Café Ghent 742 W. 21st St. 757-622-2002 tropicalsmoothie.com Smoothies/Sandwiches
$VBLD
Tropical Smoothie Café ODU 4316 Monarch Way 757-440-7580 tropicalsmoothie.com Smoothies/Sandwiches
$VBLD
Hibachi Grill &
Franco’s Italian Restaurant
$LD
5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Supreme Buffet 5957 Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-455-5201 firehousesubs.com 757-962-1088 hibachiandbuffet.com Subs AYCE Japanese/Chinese $LD Buffet Flame N’ Fry $$ L D 2901 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Hooters 757-233-2532 1160 N. Military Hwy. flamenfry.com 757-466-1598 Chicken & Seafood hootershamptonroads.com $LD * See ad on page A4 Fountainside Café Wings/Sports Bar at Holiday Inn $$ L D 1570 N. Military Hwy. Hot Dog Café 757-213-2231 5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. holidayinn.com American 757-228-3599 Gourmet Hot Dog Café $$ B L D
Sushi ASIAN BISTRO
Golden Corral
$$ V B L D
$$ B L D
1153 N. Military Hwy. 757-962-9301 jimmyjohns.com Subs/Sandwiches
6103 N. Military Hwy. 757-855-8170 goldencorral.com AYCE Buffet
Greater Grinders
1515 Azalea Garden Rd. 757-855-6370 greatergrinderssubmarines. com Subs
$LD
5750 Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-461-6766 www.applebees.com American
Calz Pizza
3678 Sewells Pt. Rd. 757-857-0909 calzpizza.com Pizza/Subs/Wings
$LD
China Wok
5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-461-1883 chinawoknorfolk.com Chinese
$LD
Cici’s Pizza
5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-461-7022 cicispizza.com AYCE Pizza Buffet
Voted Best Sushi Restaurant in Norfolk
Volcano
IHOP
6200 N. Military Hwy. #A 1295 N. Military Hwy. 757-853-0177 757-455-2880 Italian ihop.com Pancake House $$ L D
Military HWY & Airport
1603 Colley Ave. 757-963-1200 American Bistro & Wine Bar
$$ V L D
Firehouse Subs
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches
Sushi! All You Can Eat! Fine Asian Cuisine Serving Lunch & Dinner Full Bar Online Delivery
$ GF V L D
LeiAuntes Sweet Lounge
5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-965-2833 leiauntes.com European Desserts/Late Night Café
Volcano Sushi and China Bistro 757-683-2688
339 W 21st Street Norfolk, VA 23517
volcanosushinorfolkva.com
$$ D
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Doumar's
Where the Ice Cream Cone was Invented.
since 1904
Diner and Curb Service
Best BBQ Best Sandwich Best Ice Cream
$LD
Cilantro Bangladeshi Bistro 1011 Kempsville Rd. 757-962-1004 Bangladeshi
$$ VV L D
Cook Out
1105 N. Military Hwy. 757-893-9221 eatcookout.com Burgers & Shakes
$LD
El Rodeo
5834 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-466-9077 Mexican
$LD
As Seen On
In Loving memory of Mr. Doumar 1922-2014
1919 Monticello Ave. • norfolk, vA 757.627.4163 www.douMArs.coM visitnorfolktoday.com
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Logan’s Roadhouse
1020 N. Military Hwy. 757-461-6869 logansroadhouse.com Steakhouse
Sal’s Famous New York Pizza
1207 N. Military Hwy. 757-455-3663 salsfamousnypizza.com Pizza/Italian/Subs/Wings
Ocean View & East Beach 905 Café & Grill
Golden China
Regino’s Italian
9645 1st View St. Restaurant 757-583-6008 3816 E. Little Creek Rd. goldenchinava.com 757-588-4300 Japanese/Chinese reginosrestaurantofnorfolk.com $LD Pizza/Italian
Subway
7870 Tidewater Dr. 757-587-7826 subway.com Subs/Salads
905 E. Ocean View Ave. 757-480-0107 $VBLD 905cafeandgrill.net $$ L D Lone Star Steakhouse $ L D Greenies Bar & Grill Sunset Grill American 450 N. Military Hwy. Sawasdee Thai Cuisine $$ B L D 196 W. Ocean View Ave. Royal Garden Chinese Willoughby Harbor Marina 5601 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-466-0124 757-480-1210 1525 Bayville St. Restaurant AJ Gator’s 757-233-8220 lonestarsteakhouse.com greeniesoceanview.com 757-588-1255 155 W. Ocean View Ave. Steakhouse sawasdeeva.com 9575 Shore Dr. Bar & Grill sunsetgrillnorfolk.com 757-480-9391 757-228-5857 Thai $$ L D $$ L D Chinese Seafood gatorssportsbar.com $$ V L D $$ D $$ L D Martin’s Soul Food Guads at Granby Sports Bar Schlotzsky’s Deli 5802 Virginia Beach Blvd. 7515 Granby St. Surf Rider Ruby Tuesday $$ L D 700 N. Military Hwy. Taylors Landing 757-305-9555 757-962-3700 7725 Tidewater Dr. Azalea Inn & Time Out 757-455-2867 8180 Shore Dr. soulfoodvb.com Mexican 757-480-3283 Sports Bar schlotzskys.com 757-216-7550 Soul Food $$ V L D rubytuesday.com 2344 E. Little Creek Rd. Sandwiches/Pizza surfriderrestaurant.com $LD American Jessy’s Tienda 757-587-4649 $VLD Seafood Max & Erma’s Y Taqueria $$ V L D azaleainnrestaurant.com $$ L D Doubletree Hotel Starbucks 3201 E. Ocean View Ave. Italian/Greek/Burgers Ruby Tuesday 1119 N. Military Hwy. 1500 N. Military Hwy. 757-531-0033 Sushi King $$ L D East Beach 757-455-6504 757-282-2004 Mexican 4249 E. Little Creek Rd. 4213 E. Little Creek Rd. Captains Galley maxandermas.com starbucks.com $$ VV B L D 757-588-8866 757-480-7490 American Coffeehouse/Café at Vinnings rubytuesday.com sushikingusa.com Jose Tequila’s Mexican Landing Marina $$ B L D $BLD Japanese/Sushi AYCE American Grill & Cantina 8166 Shore Dr. $$ VV L D Naa’s Bakery Subway 1108 E. Little Creek Rd. $$ V L D 757-333-6443 3527 Tidewater Dr. Janaf Shopping Center 757-588-8014 captainsgalleynorfolk.com Teppanyaki Grill & Sai Gai Japanese Steak 757-623-3858 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Mexican Subs/Sandwiches/Burgers Supreme Buffet House & Sushi Bar naasbakerynorfolkva.com 757-466-1768 $$ L D 7525 Tidewater Dr. $$ B L D 7521 Granby St. Bakery subway.com 757-588-0588 757-423-1000 Kin’s Wok II Captain Groovy’s Subs/Salads $BLD Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi Chinese/Japanese AYCE 7645 Granby St. Raw Bar $LD Nawab Indian Cuisine $ V B L D $$ L D 757-423-2828 8101 Shore Dr. 888 N. Military Hwy. Surf Rider West kinswokii.com 757-965-4667 The Banque Sandfiddler Café 723 Newtown Rd. 757-455-8080 captaingroovys.com Chinese 9561 Shore Dr. 1849 E. Little Creek Rd. nawabonline.com 757-461-6488 $$ L D Grill & Raw Bar 757-480-3600 757-227-3484 surfriderrestaurant.com Indian $$ L D Mac’s Place On The Bay sandfiddlercafe.com thebanque.com * See ad on page A4 Seafood 4110 E. Ocean View Ave. American Country Western Club Cutty Sark Marina $$ L D $$ L D $$ L D 757-470-5500 $ L D 4704 Pretty Lake Ave. Seafood/Sports Bar Olive Garden Tropical Smoothie Café 757-362-2942 The Pancake House Shipwreck Sally’s 5920 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 1153 N. Military Hwy. Seafood $$ L D 7631 Granby St. 1006 E. Ocean View Ave. 757-455-5875 757-455-5694 757-489-1060 $$ B L D Moe’s Southwest Grill 757-480-3670 olivegarden.com tropicalsmoothie.com Pancake House 7550 Granby St. American/Seafood Domino’s Italian Smoothies/Sandwiches $ L D 757-309-4294 $ V L D 195 W. Ocean View Ave. $$ L D $VBLD moes.com 757-480-8100 The Thirsty Camel Starbucks Panera Bread Mexican Uno Pizzeria & Grill dominos.com 394 W. Ocean View Ave. East Beach 1140 N. Military Hwy. $ L D 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Pizza/Pasta/Subs 757-587-1420 4231 E. Little Creek Rd. 757-466-1881 757-466-0923 Mojo Bones thirstycamelnorfolk.com $LVD 757-377-4611 panerabread.com unos.com 9659 1st View St. Bar/Seafood starbucks.com Bakery/Café Domino’s Chicago Deep Dish Pizza 757-480-6656 Coffeehouse/Café $$ B L D 1774 E. Little Creek Rd. $$ VV B L D $$ GF L D mojobones.com $BLD 757-583-4400 Tropical Smoothie Café Paradise Pizzeria Barbeque Uptown Buffet dominos.com 7862 Tidewater Dr. 6144 Chesapeake Blvd. Starbucks $$ L D 1050 N. Military Hwy. Pizza/Pasta/Subs 757-531-4950 Wards Corner 757-855-0100 Mona Lisa Pizza 757-893-9293 tropicalsmoothie.com $LVD 7550 Granby St. paradisepizzeria.com East Beach Shops uptownbuffet.com Smoothies/Sandwiches 757-480-3893 Pizza/Italian/Subs East Beach Sandwich 9583 Shore Dr. AYCE Asian/American Buffet $VBLD starbucks.com $BLD Company 757-362-0200 $$ L D Coffeehouse/Café Tropical Smoothie Café 4500 Pretty Lake Ave. Qdoba Mexican Grill monalisaspizzaov.com Buffao $BLD 757-965-3022 1140 N Military Hwy. #812 East Beach Pizza 1140 N. Military Hwy. #812 eastbeachsandwichcompany. 757-455-8280 3841 E. Little Creek Rd. $$ L D Subway 757-461-1003 com qdoba.com 757-965-5391 East Beach My Mama’s Kitchen Sandwiches/Salads Mexican wingsnthingsva.com tropicalsmoothie.com 4017 E. Little Creek Rd. 7943 Shore Dr. Buffalo Wings/Shrimp Smoothies/Sandwiches $ GF VV L D $LD 757-480-0128 757-233-0433 $$ L D $VBLD subway.com El Azteca Ruby Tuesday Wings/Barbeque Zero’s Subs/Salads 1522 E. Little Creek Rd. 1201 N. Military Hwy. Willoughby Inn $ L D 6161 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-587-6016 $VBLD 757-461-5116 Seafood Restaurant 757-466-9531 Ocean View Fishing elaztecamr.net/ rubytuesday.com Subway 1534 W. Ocean View Ave. zerossubs.com Mexican Pier Restaurant American Ocean View 757-480-0226 Subs/Pizza/Wings $ L D $$ V L D 414 W. Ocean View Ave. 135 W. Ocean View Ave. Seafood $ L D 757-583-6000 Ruby Tuesday 757-583-1989 Firehouse Subs $LD oceanviewfishingpier.com 6360 Newtown Rd. subway.com 124 E. Little Creek Rd. Zero’s Seafood 757-455-6041 Subs/Salads 757-962-1401 8596 Chesapeake Blvd. $$ B L D rubytuesday.com firehousesubs.com $VBLD 757-587-6641 American Subs Razzo Subway zerossubs.com $$ V L D $ VV L D 3248 E. Ocean View Ave. Wards Corner Subs/Pizza/Wings 757-962-3630 7550 Granby St. Franco’s By The Bay $ L D razzo-norfolk.com 757-222-2261 169 W. Ocean View Ave. Italian subway.com 757-531-8100 Subs/Salads Italian/Pizza $$ D
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Visitor Resources
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Currency Exchange
Newspaper
Norfolk International Airport 757-855-9785 Bank of America (account holders only) 757-441-4770 BB&T (account holders only) 757-823-7800 MacArthur Center 757-216-3500 SunTrust 866-433-7027 Wells Fargo (account holders only) 757-622-2740
The Virginian-Pilot 757-446-9000
Carey Limousine & Car Service 757-963-0433 James River Transportation 757-963-0433 Orange Peel Transportation 757-463-7500
AIRPORT INFORMATION
Buses
Emergency Numbers Ambulance & Rescue, Fire, Police 911 Coast Guard (Search & Rescue) 757-484-8192 Fire Department non-emergency 757-441-5610 Physicians Referral Service 800-736-8272 Police/Sheriff non-emergency 757-441-5610 State Police (dial #77 on a mobile phone) 757-424-6800
Norfolk TOURIST INFORMATION Center 232 East Main St. • Norfolk, VA 800-368-3097 • visitnorfolktoday.com
Language Bank Language Bank (American Red Cross) . 757-225-4060
Norfolk International Airport 757-857-3351 American 800-433-7300 Delta 800-221-1212 Southwest 800-435-9792 United Airlines 800-241-6522 USAirways 800-428-4322
Airport Shuttle Airport Connection 757-963-0433
Auto Rental Alamo 800-462-5266 Avis 800-831-2847 Budget 800-527-0700 Dollar 800-800-3665 Enterprise 800-736-8227 Hertz 800-654-3131 National 800-227-7368 Thrifty 800-367-2277
Greyhound/Trailways 800-231-2222 Hampton Roads Transit (Local) 757-222-6100
Train Information Amtrak 800-872-7245 The Tide Light Rail 757-222-6100
Taxicab Service Andy’s Cab 757-461-8880 Black and White 757-855-4444 Norfolk Checker Taxi 757-855-3333 Green & White 757-855-6611 Yellow Cab of Norfolk 757-857-8888
Passenger Ferry Elizabeth River Ferry 757-222-6100
CHARTER BOATS Carrie B Showboat 757-393-4735
USO office USO of Hampton Roads 757-233-0567
Norfolk Tides 757-622-2222
College Athletics - NCAA Norfolk State University, Division 1 757-823-9009 Old Dominion University, Division 1 757-683-4444 Virginia Wesleyan College, Division 3 757-455-3303
Beaches-Public Community Beach 700 E. Ocean View Ave. Ocean View Beach Park 100 W. Ocean View Ave. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach 300 W. Ocean View Ave. Administration Office 757-441-2149 Northside Pool 757-441-1760
Boat Ramps-Public Cobb’s Marina Inc. 4524 Dunning Rd. 757-588-5401
Norfolk Charter Fishing Boats Vinings Landing Marine Center 8166 Shore Dr. 757-587-8000 Willoughby Harbor Marina 1525 Bayville St. 757-583-4150
Charter Boats American Rover 757-627-SAIL (7245) Carrie B Showboat 954-609-4735 Harrison Charters 757-587-9630 Mariner IV Custom Charters 757-627-2117
Fishing Licenses Virginia Marine Resources Commission 757-247-2200 Virginia Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries 804-367-1000 Licenses may also be obtained at Kmart or Wal-Mart.
The VisitNorfolk Tourist Information Center is conveniently located in downtown Norfolk. We are open Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5pm and 11am – 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. Weekend hours may be extended to accommodate festivals and other events. The Information Center is ready to assist you with your travel needs, including directions or other Norfolk related information; either in person or via LiveChat, our online assistance program. The Information Center also has a wide variety of printed brochures and resources available. Located inside the Information Center is the “Mermaid Market” which sells local and unique mermaid gifts as well as HRT Go-Passes and VDOT E-ZPass transponders. You may also visit visitnorfolktoday.com/shop for easy, online ordering! VisitNorfolk also has a Mobile Visitor Center. Throughout the year, VisitNorfolk will utilize the Mobile Visitor Center at festivals, attractions and local & regional events to distribute materials, maps & information. Check out our official Facebook page at facebook.com/VisitNorfolkVA to find out where our Mobile Visitor Center will be every weekend or visit: visitnorfolktoday.com/visitor-center to book the Mobile Visitor Center for your event or festival. 232 East Main St. Norfolk, VA • 1-800-368-3097 www.visitnorfolktoday.com
Sports & recreation Baseball
NORFOLK TOURIST Information Center
Fishing Willoughby Harbor Marina 1525 Bayville St. 757-583-4150 Ocean View Fishing Pier, 400 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-583-6000
Boating Bay Point Marina, 9500 30th Bay St. 757-362-3600 Cobb’s Marina Inc., 4524 Dunning Rd. 757-588-5401 Cutty Sark Marina 4707 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-362-2942 Harbor Marine, 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-961-9411 Key Dreams Charter Boat Service 9500 30th Bay St. 757-406-0943 Little Creek Marina 4801 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-362-3600
Pelicans’ Nest Marina 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-362-2541 Rebel Marina, 1553 Bayville St. 757-588-6022 SailTime Sailing Center at Willoughby Harbor Marina,1525 Bayville St. 757-480-7245 Vinings Landing Marine Center 8166 Shore Dr. 757-587-8000 Waterside Marina, 333 Waterside Dr. 757-625-3625 Willoughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. 757-583-4150
Ice Hockey Norfolk Admirals 757-640-1212 / Tickets: 800-745-3000
Public Golf Courses Lamberts Point Golf Course 757-489-1677 Ocean View Golf Course 757-480-2094
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Fort Norfolk norfolkhistorical.org/ftnorfolk
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Generic Theater 757-441-2160 | generictheater.org
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Hampton Roads Naval Museum 757-322-2987 | hrnm.navy.mil Hermitage Museum and Gardens 757-423-2052 | thehermitagemuseum.org
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Hunter House Victorian Museum 757-623-9814 | hunterhousemuseum.org
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The MacArthur Memorial 757-441-2965 | macarthurmemorial.org Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument
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Monticello Arcade monticelloarcade.com
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Moses Myers House 757-664-6200 | chrysler.org/about-the-museum/ historic-houses
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Nauticus, Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center & Battleship Wisconsin 757-664-1000 | 1-800-664-1080 nauticus.org | halfmoone.org
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Plum Point ParkSCH Slover Library 757-644-7323 | sloverlibrary.com
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 757-627-4353 | stpaulsnorfolk.org
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Spirit of Norfolk 866-304-2469 | spiritofnorfolk.com
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Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 | sevenvenues.com
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Virginia Stage Company 757-627-1234 | vastage.com
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Town Point Park 757-441-2345 | festevents.org
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Harrison Opera House 757-664-6464 | sevenvenues.com
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Virginia Symphony Orchestra 757-892-6366 | virginiasymphony.org
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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises 757-627-7406 | navalbasecruises.com
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The Hurrah Players & The Perry Family Theatre 757-627-5437 | hurrahplayers.com
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Wells Theatre 757-664-6464 | sevenvenues.com
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Virginia Zoo 757-441-2374 | virginiazoo.org
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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center 757-823-2063 | nsu.edu/wilder
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West Point Monument, Elmwood Cemetery 757-777-8192 | norfolksocietyforcemeteryconservation.org/west-point-cemetery
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Robin Hixon Theater 757-282-2800
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The NorVa 757-627-4547 | thenorva.com
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The Little Theatre of Norfolk 757-627-8551 | ltnonline.org
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Tidewater Community College / Roper Performing Arts Center 757-822-1450 | tcc.edu/roper
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Attucks Theatre 757-664-6464 | sevenvenues.com
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