Hampton Roads/ Food & Drinks
Published on October 25, 2019
Check out the top 3 inexpensive cafes in NorfolkStarving Artist Cafe | Photo: Kirsten R./Yelp

Looking to try the top cafes around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable cafes in Norfolk, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.

1. Starving Artist Cafe

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Topping the list is the Starving Artist Cafe. Located at 4408 Colley Ave., the cafe is the highest-rated budget-friendly cafe in Norfolk, boasting four stars out of 116 reviews on Yelp.

Curious to know more about the Starving Artist Cafe?

"We started as an art gallery featuring painting classes in 2014," according to the history section of the business' Yelp profile. "In April 2015, we started operating as a cafe offering breakfast and lunch while continuing to feature works by local artists and painting classes."

In terms of signature items: "Breakfast includes omelets, paninis, waffles and pancakes. Lunch specials include a variety of paninis as well as soups and salads made fresh daily," it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. 

2. Catnip Cat Cafe

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Next up is the Catnip Cat Cafe, situated at 2200 Colonial Ave., Suite #19 & #20. With 4.5 stars out of 29 reviews on Yelp, the cafe and pet adoption spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option. 

The spot offers a free caffeinated beverage with each guest reservation.

The business' website states, "Catnip Cat Cafe has 2,000 square feet of space for our adoptable shelter cats to roam freely 24/7. This setup provides the kitties with the opportunity to really get comfortable and show off their sparkling personalities to you."  

3. Blackdog Cafe & Catering Company

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Blackdog Cafe & Catering Company, located at 5360 Robin Hood Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap cafe and caterer spot 4.5 stars out of 29 reviews. 

Burgers, sandwiches, tacos and cookies are all on offer. Add potato salad, macaroni and cheese or a seasonal fruit cup to your entree


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