Best Casual Restaurants in Chesapeake

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

Regions

Norfolk / Virginia Beach

Neighborhoods

ChesapeakeNorfolkPortsmouthSuffolkVirginia Beach

Dining Options

All dining options

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Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

33 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Glass Light

4.7

Exceptional(587)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Norfolk

Booked 12 times today

Traditional hotel dining is completely redefined at the Glass Light Hotel & Gallery. Focused on serving the highest quality ingredients, including seasonal and locally sourced produce and herbs, our restaurant, bar, and communal dining program are a standout among the dining scene of Norfolk on Granby Street. Indulge your senses in artistic, open spaces enhanced by beautifully prepared and presented dishes. Experience an elevated take on casual dining at the Glass Light Hotel!

2. Capo Capo

3.8

Excellent(141)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Norfolk

Booked 9 times today

Capo Capo, where the food delights you and the comfortable setting makes you want to return again and again. We utilize the purest ingredients and age-old techniques to create soulful and sophisticated Northern Italian dishes. Offers bright and flavorful Italian cuisine , inspired by the freshest of local ingredients, expertly matched discerning wines and craft cocktails. Perfect for a quick bite, happy hour, or an intimate downtown dinner under the stars.

3. Privilege

4.4

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Portsmouth

Booked 10 times today

Privilege Restaurant is an upscale gem, nestled in the heart of Olde Towne Portsmouth that caters to individuals 21 and older only. Our menu fuses the best of steakhouses and seafood, offering a refined culinary experience. Savor handcrafted cocktails that complement our exquisite dishes in our elegant ambiance. Join us for live entertainment on select nights, adding a touch of vibrancy to your evening.Reserve your spot at Privilege for a night of culinary excellence and indulgence.

4. Crawford

4.2

Awesome(10)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

Booked 1 time today

William Crawford of Portsmouth, Virginia, was a man woven deeply into the fabric of hiscommunity’s history. Crawford was known for his ambition and unwavering commitment to Portsmouth's people. He worked tirelessly to improve the shipyards, establishing Portsmouth as a respected site for shipbuilding. Under his influence, Portsmouth became known as a welcoming harbor, a town where people could start anew.The Crawford Restaurant was designed to provide a one-of-a-kind, off-the-radar, localencounter that adds richness and detail to the Portsmouth dining scene by embracingits history with a touch of modern intricacies. The vision of The Crawford Restaurant isto inspire and provoke an exploration of your palate to savor, sip, and discoversomething wonderfully new. The dishes created, the spices we have chosen,and the aroma of the candles at each table are hand-selected to create memories andintriguing stories that leave our guests yearning for more.

5. Grain

4.6

Exceptional(542)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Grain Rooftop Beer Garden!Enjoy Cold Brews & Rooftop Views in Downtown Norfolk - Grain is downtown Norfolk's scene-setting destination to unwind. With one of the best selections of craft beer in Norfolk, our rooftop bar offers a terraced patio with spectacular views of the Elizabeth River. Surrounded by the patio's landscaped trees and atmospheric lighting, sip a hand-crafted cocktail or craft beer socializing with guests and locals around the fire pit.We are accepting Walk-ins only. We invite you to stop in an explore Norfolk’s only rooftop beer garden at your leisure. Thank you for choosing Grain as your dining destination! Heightened Covid-19 Prevention Procedures with Outdoor seating available (Weather Permitted). Dining reservations are limited to 90 minutes to ensure all of our guests get an opportunity to enjoy Grain! Incomplete parties will be seated once all guests have arrived. Parking is located in Plume Street garage attached to the rear of the hotel.

A photo of Blue Moon TapHouse restaurant

6. Blue Moon TapHouse

3.5

Very Good(82)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 2 times today

Blue Moon TapHouse was born from the creative inspiration of bringing craftsmanship to life. The menu marries the art of cooking with the art of beer in an open kitchen. The Tavern features live music and authentic art by local artists. The TapHouse boasts 22,550 square footage and connects Waterside Drive to the Elizabeth River waterfront in the heart of downtown Norfolk, Virginia. Blue Moon TapHouse at Waterside District features three unique dining and entertainment experiences throughout the venue. The tavern area, with comfortable, booth-style seating, features a custom designed circular bar serving a collection of featured beers on tap, a stage for intimate, live music performances and an outdoor patio. From the tavern room, the venue flows into a dynamic, central area that opens up to a high, vaulted ceiling with a large skylight and a significant, exposed kitchen for one-of-a-kind dining experiences.

7. 508 Crafthouse

4.7

Exceptional(26)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Norfolk

Booked 1 time today

Immerse yourself in the unparalleled ambiance of 508, where craft cocktails meet aesthetically pleasing plates. Feast your eyes on our visually stunning cocktail creations, made with beauty and grace. Come try one for yourself!

A photo of Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant restaurant

8. Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(217)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Norfolk

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant, Norfolk, Virginia.We offer the alluring and relaxing nature of an authentic Irish pub and the warmth of a Gaelic home kitchen.Our dark wood interiors, full of cozy nooks and beautifully sculpted bars will transport you to Ireland of old.Great Food • Great Music • Great Craic, you’ll always feel like a local in Grace O'Malley's

9. Guava

4.0

Excellent(35)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • Portsmouth

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10. Union Taco Chesapeake

4.6

Exceptional(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Chesapeake

Booked 3 times today

Union Taco is an upscale casual urban taqueria inspired by Pan Pacific and South American cuisines. Using the freshest ingredients, our cocktails and dishes are a step above what you might expect from a taco driven concept with much more than just tacos on the menu. Our house margaritas are crafted from fresh lime and lemon juice and we feature one of the best happy hours in Virginia weekdays from 4-7 and all day Sunday. We boast one of the largest tequila and mezcal selections in the 7 cities and our knowledgeable staff will guide you through the spirit list. We have been the multiple time recipient of local awards and featured in publications including Coastal Virginia magazine and En forme magazine. Our reviews speak for themselves. Whether you are just looking for a great meal and a delicious cocktail, planning date night, or looking for somewhere to enjoy a night out with friends, we've got you covered.

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C
Charles
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was absolutely amazing and our waitress was outstanding!
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Capo CapoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Norfolk
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3.8
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Robo
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We did the tasting menu, the Chef and Sous Chef very personable and informed you about the dishes. My wife was pregnancy. They make sure all the dishes she could eat and and made modifications if necessary. The presentation was great along with the taste and flavors of the food. Some of the best food I’ve had in the Norfolk/Virginia beach area, will definitely be coming back!
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Glass LightPrice: Expensive• French American• Norfolk
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4.7
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Denise
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Best brunch ever Christian is awesome, thanks so much
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GrainPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 13, 2025
Everything was amazing and I really loved my waiter’s energy💙.
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PrivilegePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Portsmouth
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
It was amazing and I was so happy we decided to have our Anniversary dinner here! We will be back. Please let us know when there are other events in the future 😇🥰
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CrawfordPrice: Expensive• American• Portsmouth
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4.2

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