Best restaurants near me in Portsmouth, VA

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1. Privilege

4.5

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Portsmouth

Booked 5 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.

2. Crawford

4.2

Awesome(10)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Portsmouth

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.

3. Saltine

4.4

Awesome(2360)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Norfolk

Booked 32 times today

Enjoy the region's finest fresh seafood in the sophistication of Saltine. A street level seafood restaurant in Downtown Norfolk, Saltine offers a chic, airy space for diners to savor seasonal shellfish, seafood and spirits. Enhancing the locally-sourced menu, the restaurant's black distressed millwork, old-world detailing, and mosaic tile floors blend historical authenticity with modern elegance that flows from the dining space to the bar. Exposed brick hints of the historic Decker building and large globe lighting offers an ambient vibe.

4. Varia

4.6

Exceptional(1185)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Norfolk

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to Varia, a Romantic, Upscale Italian Restaurant in Norfolk. Varia, our Italian restaurant and wine studio, features wine by the glass and a pianist six nights a week. Indulge in homemade pasta, freshly tossed pizzas from our brick oven, or signature Italian desserts like the tiramisu. Varia's modern Italian fare is made from only the best local ingredients and the wine studio features over 100 hand-selected wines, including 50 by the glass. The dining room's intricate finishes and the warm glow of its reclaimed chandelier, formally of the Historic Cavalier's ballroom, offers an intimate ambiance that invites conversation over a full bodied merlot. Guests can book the ultra private dining room only accessible by hidden doors in the bookshelves for special events.

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5. Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(2086)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Norfolk

Booked 20 times today

Byrd & Baldwin Bros Steakhouse was conceived and executed with a no-compromise philosophy, rewarding guests with a memorable dining experience. We are a fine dining restaurant offering the finest service and cuisine in Hampton Roads Virginia. Join us for a unique experince and enjoy selections from our award winning wine list and premium spirits selection.

6. Leone's

4.5

Awesome(1340)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Norfolk

Booked 23 times today

Located in Historic Downtown Norfolk, just a short walk from the Scope, Chrysler Hall, Harrison Opera House and MacArthur Mall.Our warm, elegant dining room offers the perfect environment to enjoy our impeccable service and evolving cuisine for an intimate dinner for two or a celebration for twenty. Rooftop and Back Patio outdoor dining is available seasonally.

7. Glass Light

4.7

Exceptional(586)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Norfolk

Booked 17 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!

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8. Norfolk Seafood Co & Oyster Bar

4.6

Exceptional(811)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Norfolk

Booked 7 times today

Norfolk Seafood Company and Oyster bar features fresh local seafood with a variety of oysters and is centrally located in downtown Norfolk. The mission of the Norfolk Seafood Company is to bring tasty seafood to locals and tourists, minus the trip to the Oceanfront. The menu features everything a good seafood restaurant should offer, plus all the sides. A cold beer, wine or a specialty drink from the bar rounds off any meal.

9. 456 Fish

4.7

Exceptional(1453)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Norfolk

Booked 12 times today

456 Fish offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy a night out. Our menu is for seafood lovers but offers plenty to choose from for every palate. Best Happy Hour in Norfolk seven days a week at the bar and lounge till 6pm. Our heated patio is a great place to enjoy a drink and take in the downtown scene. Located next door to The Scope arena and Chrysler Hall, we are the perfect place to enjoy dinner before going to a show.

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10. Blue Moon TapHouse

3.5

Very Good(82)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 4 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.

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Byrd and Baldwin Bros. SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Norfolk
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Nicole
Northwest Florida •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was the best Italian food I have found in Norfolk. They had really great happy hour drink specials/food and it was until 7! Will definitely be returning on my next trip to Norfolk!
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VariaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Norfolk
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Amy
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a lovely Easter brunch today! Everyone loved their food which ranged from quiche to hot brown to French toast to a burger. We were warmly greeted and the great service continued to the end of the meal. We will be back!
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SaltinePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Norfolk
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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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1. Privilege

2. Crawford

3. Saltine

4. Varia

5. Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse

6. Leone's

7. Glass Light

8. Norfolk Seafood Co & Oyster Bar

9. 456 Fish

10. Blue Moon TapHouse

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