21 Best Bars in Norfolk

“This place is a blast with alot of energy. There's a room for every type of vibe you might be feeling. 10/10“

“Great place with good food and good service! Very unique fare. Highly recommend it. Upscale bar also.“

“I’ve had the chance to work with Sharks as a vendor, and I can honestly say they are amazing to partner with.

As a small business owner myself, it means a lot when another business genuinely supports you. The owner books my photo booth for events and is always organized, communicative, and easy to work with. Everything runs smoothly, and you can tell she truly cares about creating a good experience, not just for customers, but for the vendors she brings in too.

It never feels transactional. It feels like real support.

On top of that, I actually enjoy hanging out there when I’m not working. The food is great, the wings are always solid, and the drinks are priced fairly which you don’t always find anymore. The overall vibe is just fun and welcoming.

Whether I’m there working an event or just stopping in to relax, it’s always a good experience. I’m grateful to work with them and proud to support them too.“

“We could not have asked for a better experience for our daughter’s wedding at Vista Point! Mara’s expertise was instrumental in bringing about a perfect weekend from the rehearsal to wedding to reception. The guests are still talking about the exceptional food and service provided by banquet manager Terri and team. And the bartenders developed and served signature drinks that were outstanding. When you combine incredible water views with some of the best people in the hospitality industry, you get the wedding of your daughter’s dreams!“

“Went there on Saturday afternoon and the service from the bartender could not have been better! He was so nice and accommodating and made some great recommendations. Will definitely go back!“

“I love just being an Mjs and taking pictures of culture, the smiles, the faces, the outfits, the costumes. It just brings out the best in me and makes me have an amazing time!!“

“5 star food, service, and vibe. crab sakes were delicious!“

“first time there and the food was good company was good also can't wait to go back it's going to be on good night after work good place to go to“

“My wife and I have consistently enjoyed Swell for several years. Service and food are exceptional! However, I'm posting this review because of something that occurred this evening. Two days ago, I received an email informing me of a new addition to their menu ...... she crab soup. My wife and I were thrilled and decided to check it out this evening. We arrived, order wine and a beer, and were informed that the she crab soup ran out yesterday. I'm hoping that, in the future, if the owner is going to advertise a new menu item, that item should be on the menu. If it is not available, the owner should consider sending an email to his VIP members.“

“Military or prior military and spouses only. Great atmosphere, great people!!! Correction: Just to clarify...E-7 to E-9 unless sponsored by a Genuine Chief.“

“I've had great service every time I've been, amd THE FOOD. Oh my goodness, the food. Wings are SO SO SO good. Quite possibly the best wings I've ever had, anywhere. And even though the prices are low on their apps, the portions are normal sized and the apps themselves are VERY tasty. Really can't recommend this spot strongly enough.“

“06/10/05I had a blast at this bar. Go during a car race. They give drinks for crashes. I asked for a menu in this place, they gave me a pizza shop that would drop off. The balls on these people.So much fun. Be respectful and you will have fun.“

“I rarely give five stars, but I must say I am so glad I found this spot. I've had several friends tell me about it,but just never took the chance to go by there. The atmosphere was quaint and beautiful, the food was freaking awesome, and the service was exceptional. The placed was so packed, we sat at the bar, but the food was still fast, fresh, and delicious. I promise I will be going back and recommending this to a few friends and family...“

“We couldn’t have imagined a better venue than The Harbor Club at Waterside for our wedding. We hosted our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception there, and it was truly perfect from start to finish. For anyone from Norfolk, there is something incredibly sentimental about Waterside, and The Harbor Club captures that feeling while also being absolutely stunning. The space itself is beautiful and unique for a non-traditional wedding location, and the large balcony overlooking the Elizabeth River offers breathtaking views that make the venue feel extra special.

The location in Downtown Norfolk truly cannot be beat, especially for out-of-town guests. We reserved hotel blocks at nearby hotels, and the majority of our guests were able to walk to the wedding, which made the entire day feel easy and relaxed. We also reserved the small lot beside Waterside for the afternoon and evening of our wedding, which we highly recommend. It created additional ease for local guests and removed any stress around parking.

We used the inside of The Harbor Club for both our ceremony and reception, with cocktail hour held outside on the balcony. With 110 guests, the space was the perfect size. Everything flowed naturally, and guests had easy access to restrooms that were closed to the public, which was a huge plus. During cocktail hour, we were lucky to experience an incredible sunset filled with pinks and purples, creating an unforgettable backdrop over the river and some truly stunning photos.

In addition to the location, the staff at The Harbor Club were a major highlight. Jenn, the Private Events Sales Manager, was our main point of contact and was absolutely wonderful to work with. From the beginning, she communicated clearly and made it easy to trust her and her team. She was incredibly familiar with our other vendors, which made the entire planning process feel seamless. Jenn always made us feel supported and heard and patiently answered our many questions, especially as we worked to narrow down all of the amazing menu options. She was also incredibly personable and a joy to work with.

We also worked with Dishon during our tasting and on the wedding day. He was calm, professional, and kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes. On the day of our wedding, we had the pleasure of interacting with the Harbor Club bartenders, servers, and head chef as well, and it is truly not an exaggeration to say that every single one of them made us and our guests feel special. They treated everyone with enthusiasm, respect, and kindness. We only wish we had written down everyone’s names so we could recognize them individually!

Our guests raved about the venue, the food, and the drinks, and we could not agree more. We are so grateful to have celebrated our wedding at The Harbor Club and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any couple looking for a beautiful, meaningful, and well-run venue in Norfolk!“

“Absolutely love their chicken wings, pizzas, and subs!! Bartenders are nice and the atmosphere is fun.“

“A nice restaurant with very good ambiance. The food is top tier. The service... even better. My personal favorites are the bowls and burgers along with the fries. Whether youre going out alone, with friends or on a date this is an ideal spot. The manager Jo, amongst other staff, really makes the experience worthwhile.“

“best juiciest burgers by far! love this hole in the wall restaurant!“

“I have been coming here for a long time. You can tell the clientele and workers are authentic Mexicans or Hispanics that enjoy real Hispanic food. I usually get my food to go, but today I decided to eat in the restaurant. I always get the tacos Carne Asada because it is the best Carne Asada I’ve ever had and all of hampton roads and I love Mexican food so I’ve eaten out pretty much every my same place that I can think of. A regular customer even suggested a dish that is similar to empanadas, but even better the pastry they used was flaky and crispy. Their Carne Asada is always flavor just right and very tender that you can just bite right through it and it’s melting your mouth. Their tortillas in their chips are also homemade, and you can tell them. I feel like this place was under the radar for a very long time, but you have to check this out as soon as you can!“

“My wife and I went to this levels location for the first time this weekend this place is way bigger than the Chesapeake location. The lay out is dope we went during happy hour which was good the drinks were $7 and the hookah was $15 the music was good will be returning I want to try the wings!“

“Great place for a meeting or just a relaxing afternoon with my wife. Love the Tealux Signature Milk Tea and the smoothies.“

“Loved it great party space and friendly staff“