Best Casual Restaurants in Portsmouth

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanChinese

Regions

Norfolk / Virginia Beach

Neighbourhoods

ChesapeakeNorfolkPortsmouthVirginia Beach

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Gershwin's

3.6

Very Good(334)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Norfolk

Booked 9 times today

Gershwin's is an upscale, 1920 style speakeasy. We pride ourselves in live entertainment most nights. Our craft cocktails are one of a kind along with our wide selection of rare Bourbon's. We dress so you don't have too.

2. 219 Bistro

4.4

Awesome(557)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 7 times today

219 Bistro is centrally located in the vibrant downtown district of Norfolk VA. Open Wednesday - Saturday, offering Happy Hour 4pm - 6pm. Join us for the best outdoor dining in downtown Norfolk. Our menu features are sure to please everyone offering innovative appetizers, burgers, tacos and chef inspired entrées.

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

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

4.5

Awesome(212)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Norfolk

Booked 4 times 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

A photo of Hair of the Dog - Granby restaurant

4. Hair of the Dog - Granby

4.3

Awesome(30)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Locally owned and operated Hair of the dog serves up a delightful spin on classic comfort foods and traditional breakfast offerings.

5. Capo Capo

3.7

Very Good(137)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Norfolk

Booked 2 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.

6. Brothers

3.9

Excellent(876)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Norfolk

Booked 11 times today

Thank you for reserving at Brothers - Norfolk. We look forward to serving you. USDA prime-aged beef, succulent seafood, fine wines, chilled cocktails, decadent desserts, and exceptional service...All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Brothers genuine hospitality. So whether you're a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Brothers is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out.

7. Grain

4.4

Awesome(540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

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.

8. 508 Crafthouse

4.6

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Norfolk

Booked 3 times 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 Blue Moon TapHouse restaurant

9. Blue Moon TapHouse

3.5

Very Good(79)

$$$$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.

10. Crawford

4.0

Excellent(8)

$$$$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.

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TheresaVIP
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent restaurant. Good food and service! Fun environment.
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219 BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.4
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William
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
We love Grace OMalley's. The food, drinks, and service are always great!
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Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Irish• Norfolk
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4.5
K
Kaiden
1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Food was amazing. Without a doubt, be coming back here again
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Gershwin'sPrice: Expensive• American• Norfolk
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3.6
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Susan
Virginia •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
Enjoyed our date night. Best shrimp and grits ever!
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Capo CapoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Norfolk
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3.7
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Craig
Virginia •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 15, 2024
The food was excellent, especially the shrimp and grits... full of flavor and the right amount of kick. The service matched the food. The shrimp and grits alone are reasons to come back, but I look forward to trying something from the rest of the menu which looked appetizing.
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Hair of the Dog - GranbyPrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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4.3

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