Looking to uncover all that Ghent has to offer? Get to know this Norfolk neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a wine bar to a diner.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Ghent, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Press 626 Wine Bar
Topping the list is wine bar and New American spot Press 626 wine bar, which offers wine, cheese, entreés and more. Located at 626 W. Olney Road, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 301 reviews on Yelp.
Beyond its extensive wine list, Press 626 wine bar provides a selection of cold meats and cheeses, crostinis, sandwiches, small plates and main dishes. From prosciutto and gruyere to garlic-crusted lamb lollipops, there’s a little bit of everything to expect.
2. No Frill Bar And Grill
Next up is bar, traditional American and New American spot No Frill Bar and Grill, situated at 806 Spotswood Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 649 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Opened since 1987, Norfolk is one of No Frill Bar and Grill’s two locations. It serves salads, pitas, sandwiches, burgers and more. Look for sandwiches like the buffalo shrimp sub with crispy, butterflied shrimp that’s tossed in buffalo sauce.
3. Fair Grounds
Fair Grounds, a spot to score coffee, tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 806 Baldwin Ave., Suite 2, 4.5 stars out of 219 reviews.
Choose from a variety of specialty drinks and small bites at Fair Grounds. Coffee drinks come with an option of being served hot, iced or frozen. Enjoy a cinnamon roll coffee with white chocolate and cinnamon caramel or a crème brûlée coffee with white chocolate and caramel.
4. Mr. Shawarma
Mr. Shawarma, a Mediterranean, kosher and Middle Eastern spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 415 Yelp reviews. Head over to 725 W. 21st St. to see for yourself.
Select from a menu of pitas, wraps and bowls at Mr. Shawarma. Expect the shawarma wrap that’s stuffed with salads, sliced and marinated turkey meat with layers of lamb fat, slow cooked on a vertical spit and sauce.
5. The Ten Top
Check out The Ten Top, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 384 reviews on Yelp. You can find the diner and traditional American spot at 748 Shirley Ave.
The Ten Top’s menu consists of sandwiches, salads, pasta, chicken and several main plates. Look for the beef meatloaf with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, Maryland crab crakes or a Greek lamb hoagie that’s made of a roasted Australian leg of lamb..
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