Hampton Roads/ Food & Drinks
Published on October 31, 2019
Check out the 3 top spots in downtown NorfolkThe Grilled Cheese Bistro | Photo: Carissa K./Yelp

Spending time in downtown Norfolk? Get to know this Norfolk neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mediterranean spot to an Asian restaurant.

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

1. Istanbul Gyro & Kebab

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Topping the list is Mediterranean, Turkish and Greek spot Istanbul Gyro & Kebab. Located at 723 Monticello Ave., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 175 reviews on Yelp. On the menu, look for lamb kebabs, stuffed grape leaves, hummus and more.

2. The Grilled Cheese Bistro

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Next up is bar and traditional American spot The Grilled Cheese Bistro, serving sandwiches and more, situated at 345 Granby St. With 4.5 stars out of 980 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. The Grilled Cheese Bistro serves up Caprese grilled cheese, Dreamin' of Reuben grilled cheese, tomato basil bisque and more.

3. Ya Ya Asian Gourmet

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Asian fusion, Chinese and Thai spot Ya Ya Asian Gourmet is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 109 College Place, 4.5 stars out of 182 reviews. Ya Ya Asian Gourmet offers shrimp egg rolls, Thai crispy fish, honey chicken and more.


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