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Saltine, Norfolk, VA

Saltine

4.3
4.3
2289 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
  • Neighbourhood
    Norfolk
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prime Rib for Christmas!

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Experience the magic of Christmas at the Main. Saltine offers our full dinner menu and an exquisite 3-course Prix Fixe menu, priced at just $55. Savor the richness of House Dry Aged Prime Rib of Beef paired with Celeriac Potato Puree, Roasted Root Vegetables, Au Jus, and zesty Horseradish. Finish with the festive delight of our Christmas Plum Toffee Pudding, adorned with a seasonal compote and crunchy toffee. Make this holiday season unforgettable with a remarkable dining experience at Saltine!
    Prime Rib for Christmas! photo
  • 4 Course NYE Bash @ The Main

    US$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Your 4-Course Dinner will include GOLD access to Norfolk's most distinguished New Year's Eve bash in Grain and The Main's Ballroom. We'll have party favors, champagne toasts, and balloon drops with live performances by Clara Zimm, Jo Fu, Scooter & Vinyl Headlights. Please see our menu options below. Amuse-Bouche Smoked Trout FIRST COURSE (choose one) Charbroiled Oyster Salmon Crudo Caramelized Honey Nut Squash SECOND COURSE (choose one) Lobster Bisque Baby Wedge Salad V/GF Pan Seared Diver Scallop MAIN COURSE (choose one) Roasted Sunchokes Herb Roasted Eye of Ribeye Pan Roasted Airline Chicken Breast Crispy Fried Whole Snapper For more information on the menu or festivities, please visit www.nyeatthemain.com
    4 Course NYE Bash @ The Main photo
  • Chef's Table: Chinese New Year Cocktail Dinner

    US$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 29, 2025 only
    Celebrate the Year of the Snake with an enchanting evening at Saltine! Enjoy a 4-Course meal with expertly crafted cocktails and exquisite food pairings as our Mixologist and Sous Chef lead you through live demonstrations. Immerse yourself in the flavors and traditions of the season for a night of culinary artistry and festive fun. Tickets are limited! 1st Char Sui Eel & Mushroom Soup Dumplings 🍸: Mushroom XO Roku Gin, Yuzu, Ginger, Prosecco 2nd Crispy Skin Roast Pork Belly BAO 🍸: Black Mamba Lapsang Souchong Tea Infused Haku Vodka, Lemon, Thai Basil 3rd Steamed Bass 🍸: Sesame Old Fashioned Sesame Oil Washed Suntory Toki, Ginger, Angostura 4th Sesame Red Bean Bun 🍸: Peanut Butter Boba Tea Peanut Butter Washed Rum, Chinese Tea, Boba
    Chef's Table: Chinese New Year Cocktail Dinner photo

What 2,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Lively

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltine offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent fresh seafood" and "great service." Guests frequently praise the "wonderful" and "attentive" staff, contributing to an inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's offerings, including standout items like the "lobster tail" and "chocolate orb," ensure a memorable culinary adventure.

2,289 Reviews
  1. Dan and Gayle

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great date dinner with hubby before a holiday play! The Main is gorgeous right now! 🎄Very lively and a bit noisy but to be expected in the bar area. We enjoy the energy. Food was yummy, drinks perfect. 🍸 Our waiter was very good and super friendly but stretched a bit thin… no problem because other staff members jumped in so everything arrived hot. Impressive teamwork! 👍

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  2. PAINTER216

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good , nice selection of seafood and steak. The only thing we didn’t like were the vegetables on our entrees. Some bitter greens on mine and strange calliflower on my husband’s. Drinks and wine were fine, but our favorite thing in the meal were the delicious Oysters Rockefeller. Nice place conveniently located right in the Hilton hotel where we were staying.
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our selection of seafood and steak, and that the Oysters Rockefeller were the highlight of your meal—it's a guest favorite! We appreciate your thoughts on the vegetables and will share this with our culinary team as we strive to ensure every component of our dishes delights our guests. It’s great to know you found our location convenient and enjoyed your overall dining experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another visit!

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  3. Jacob

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short ribs were the best I have ever had! Can’t wait to try them again!
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the short ribs and can’t wait to welcome you back for another round. See you again soon!

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  4. Calvin

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the cocktails were too sweet for my taste. Food was good, loved the scallops. Fig dessert had a great texture but something gave it a breakfast sausage taste. Food presentation was amazing as usual. This cocktail dinner was fully booked and very loud. This was my second cocktail dinner at Saltine the first one had tequila cocktails paired with tropical and heat flavored courses. Loved the food and cocktails at the first dinner better than this one, but had no real complaints with the food at either dinner just one was better than the other. The staff is extremely friendly and professional.
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the scallops, the presentation, and our friendly and professional staff—it’s always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience. We appreciate your thoughts on the cocktails and the fig dessert. Your input is invaluable, and we’ll be sure to share it with our culinary and mixology teams as we continue to refine our offerings. We’re glad you’ve attended two of our cocktail dinners and loved the tequila-themed event. Each dinner is designed to be unique, and it’s wonderful to hear both experiences were enjoyable in their own way. Thank you again for joining us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another exciting evening at Saltine!

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  5. Benzina

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love to attend these Beer and Cocktail Dinners, well worth the money. Perfect for Date night
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoy our Beer and Cocktail Dinners. It’s wonderful to know they’re a hit for date nights and worth the experience! We look forward to hosting you again at an upcoming event. Cheers to many more memorable evenings!

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  6. Maggie

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant and the food was great. Fresh and unique recipes and cocktails. Bryan, our waiter, was wonderful, attentive and explained everything we had questions about. Very personable. We will be back.
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed our fresh and unique recipes and cocktails. Bryan will be thrilled to know his attentiveness and personable service made your experience even better—he’s a valued member of our team! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit.

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  7. Janet

    VIP

    Richmond

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I like to go here for the lobster roll and clam chowder. Always a nice lunch.
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you enjoy our lobster roll and clam chowder—they’re true classics and guest favorites. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious lunch soon!

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  8. Katie

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The dessert orb was amazing! And the scallops were delicious
    SaltineResponded on December 2, 2024
    We're delighted you loved the dessert orb and found the scallops delicious—they’re definitely guest favorites! We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  9. MitziM

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Thanksgiving Dinner here because we were visiting my daughter. The service was fantastic and the food was amazing! We had a wonderful meal, there were five of us and it was relaxing and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at Saltine!
    SaltineResponded on November 30, 2024
    Thank you for spending your Thanksgiving with us and for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had a fantastic meal and enjoyed a relaxing and enjoyable time together. It means so much to us to be part of such a special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals in the future!

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  10. Gerardo

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server and service were fantastic. The food tasted great, especially the she-crab soup. I think our server's name was Sam.
    SaltineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the she-crab soup and that Sam (or your server) provided fantastic service—our team works hard to make every visit special! However, we’re truly sorry to hear that the temperature of your food didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how important it is to enjoy a hot meal, especially during a special dining experience. Your feedback will be shared with our kitchen team to ensure this is addressed moving forward. We appreciate your visit and hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations next time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly if there’s anything we can do to make it right.

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FAQs

Saltine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 763-6280.

Saltine is rated 4.3 stars by 2289 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Saltine

100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Norfolk
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
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