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Check out the 5 most popular spots in Norfolk's West Ocean View neighborhood

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Published on July 03, 2019
Check out the 5 most popular spots in Norfolk's West Ocean View neighborhoodDoug's Hot Dogs | Photo: David D./Yelp

Looking to uncover all that West Ocean View has to offer? Get to know this Norfolk neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a hot dog spot to a pizza joint.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in West Ocean View, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Doug's Hot Dogs

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Topping the list is Doug's Hot Dogs, a spot to score hot dogs and soups. Located at 9643 Granby St., Suite D, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 52 reviews on Yelp. You'll find the chili dog among the menu offerings here. 

2. Maymar Poke & Grill

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Next up is poke and Filipino spot Maymar Poke & Grill, situated at 130 Maple Ave., Suite A. With five stars out of 93 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. Yelpers rave about this spot's poke bowls, which feature proteins such as crab, shrimp and more. 

3. Golden China

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Chinese and Japanese spot Golden China is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 9645 First View St., four stars out of 87 reviews. Look for the orange chicken lunch special (pictured above) here. 

4. Franco's By the Bay

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Franco's By the Bay, a pizza spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 84 Yelp reviews. Head over to 169 W. Ocean View Ave. to see for yourself. In addition to pizza, you'll also find a variety of pasta dishes at this spot.

5. Carmen's Market & Boutique

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Finally, there's Carmen's Market & Boutique, a local favorite with four stars out of 13 reviews. Stop by 9610 1st View St. to hit up the cafe, international grocery store and breakfast and brunch spot next time you're in the neighborhood. This spot specializes in Latin and Salvadoran fare. 


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