Best Authentic Restaurants in Portsmouth

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1. Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(205)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Norfolk

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant, Norfolk, Virginia.We offer the alluring and relaxing nature of an authentic Irish pub and the warmth of a Gaelic home kitchen.Our dark wood interiors, full of cozy nooks and beautifully sculpted bars will transport you to Ireland of old.Great Food • Great Music • Great Craic, you’ll always feel like a local in Grace O'Malley's

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2. Blue Moon TapHouse

3.4

Very Good(78)

Price: Moderate

• American • Norfolk

Booked 1 time today

Blue Moon TapHouse was born from the creative inspiration of bringing craftsmanship to life. The menu marries the art of cooking with the art of beer in an open kitchen. The Tavern features live music and authentic art by local artists. The TapHouse boasts 22,550 square footage and connects Waterside Drive to the Elizabeth River waterfront in the heart of downtown Norfolk, Virginia. Blue Moon TapHouse at Waterside District features three unique dining and entertainment experiences throughout the venue. The tavern area, with comfortable, booth-style seating, features a custom designed circular bar serving a collection of featured beers on tap, a stage for intimate, live music performances and an outdoor patio. From the tavern room, the venue flows into a dynamic, central area that opens up to a high, vaulted ceiling with a large skylight and a significant, exposed kitchen for one-of-a-kind dining experiences.

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3. Rajput Indian Cuisine - Norfolk

4.4

Awesome(31)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Portsmouth

Rajput Indian Cuisine - Norfolk was established in Dec. 1999 by Paul Chhabra in Hampton Roads Virginia with the motto of providing a comfortable, Indian Heritage inspires atmosphere and authentic home style cooking. Exotic, delicious, fresh - a culinary vacation that lasts as long as a meal.Rajput serves lunch buufet,Fine dining,Full Bar,Champagane Brunch Buffet,Take out, Delivery, Party Trays, Catering,Kids Menu,Organic Choices, Glurtenfree Choices, Cooking Classes,ONLINE Dining Reservation & ONLINE Takeout at rajputonline.com

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4. Mangia Qui Italian Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(442)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Virginia Beach

Booked 2 times today

Mangia Qui Italian Bistro in Virginia Beach, VA wants to become your go-to spot for a fun atmosphere and delicious Italian food. You know, that place in the neighborhood where locals gather to kick back and take a night off from cooking.If you can’t hop a plane to dine at a trattoria in Italy, the next best place is right here. We truly believe we’ve created something with this restaurant that you can’t get anywhere else in the area. From the pride we take in our kitchen preparing fresh to order authentic dishes like homemade lasagna and tiramisu, to our dedicated wait staff providing friendly and personalized service.

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5. Cantina Laredo - Virginia Beach

4.0

Excellent(346)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Virginia Beach

Booked 14 times today

We create authentic Mexican food inspired by the cuisine of Mexico City and add a modern twist. Imagine grilled fish, chicken or steak topped with one of a kind signature sauces like chipotle-wine and Portobello mushroom or sautéed artichoke heart and roasted red bell pepper. Pair that with our award-winning margarita, the Casa Rita, made from fresh lime-juice and the finest tequila and you’ve got what we call Modern Mexican.

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6. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Virginia Beach

4.3

Awesome(1198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Virginia Beach

Booked 45 times today

Bravo Virginia Beach is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Virginia Beach, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Virginia Beach is the place to eat in Virginia Beach, VA for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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7. Mannino's Italian Bistro - Kempsville

4.8

Exceptional(1323)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Virginia Beach

Booked 16 times today

The experienced Culinary team of Chefs John R. Mannino & John M. Mannino (Father & Son Respectively) have partnered with Sommelier Daris Gavin to open New "Olde World Style" Italian Bistros. The goal was to give patrons Great Italian food at a reasonable price point with wine choices to match. We… are sure that the Mannino’s Italian Bistro Family will work with great passion & attention to detail to try and ensure that our guest develop a sense of home and comfort while enjoying their dining experience. John R. spent time at many restaurants both locally (Nicholas’ at the Omni, La Bella Italia, Café Society {Executive Chef}, Bodegas & 456 Fish) and nationally (Lacey’s Restaurant/ Manhattan & East of Athens/ Long Island). John M Mannino is an Honors Graduate of Culinary Institute of America. He was the Executive Chef of Bodega & 4 5 6 Fish prior to opening Mannino's. John M also won the Inaugural 2012 Taste of Hamptonroads Iron Chef competition.

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8. Rajput Indian Cuisine - Suffolk

4.5

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Suffolk

Booked 2 times today

Rajput Indian Cuisine - 2099 Sun Harbor Ave, #115, Suffolk VA, 23435 was established in Dec. 1999 by Paul Chhabra in Hampton Roads Virginia with the motto of providing a comfortable, Indian Heritage inspires atmosphere and authentic home style cooking. Exotic, delicious, fresh - a culinary vacation that lasts as long as a meal.Rajput serves lunch buffet, Fine dining, Full Bar, Champagane Brunch Buffet, Take out, Delivery, Party Trays, Catering, Kids Menu, Organic Choices, Glurtenfree Choices, Cooking Classes.

9. Cutlass Grille

4.5

Awesome(41)

Price: Moderate

• Jamaican • Chesapeake

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Niki
Nashville •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and a great place to eat. We ate at Grace’s before going to Winterfest on the Wisconsin. Appetizers and main courses were very good, and great value. Would definitely recommend and eat here again when in Norfolk.
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Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Irish• Norfolk
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4.8
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Mark
Virginia •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food great. Service good. Hostess, no personality and a little confused regarding the reservation. Still a good experience and would go again.
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Cantina Laredo - Virginia BeachPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Virginia Beach
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4
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Beth
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As always the food was delicious and the staff was outstanding!
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Mangia Qui Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Virginia Beach
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4.7
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Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Nov 2023
Our visit was great. Initially was set as a birthday visit, turned engagement party when our AMAZING wait staff was the very best. Gage was training a new employee while watching him go through and give other tables the same energy we were given with the sudden proposal. The food was fantastic and was not too overly expensive. Great drinks, food and ambiance, definitely coming back here.
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Blue Moon TapHousePrice: Moderate• American• Norfolk
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3.4
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ChrisS
Virginia •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 Jan 2021
Good food. Not a fan of paper plates and plastic cups and silverware. Not sure if that’s because of the pandemic, but it kinda ruins the nice restaurant vibe. Excellent food as always.
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Rajput Indian Cuisine - NorfolkPrice: Moderate• Indian• Portsmouth
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4.4

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub & Restaurant

2. Blue Moon TapHouse

3. Rajput Indian Cuisine - Norfolk

4. Mangia Qui Italian Bistro

5. Cantina Laredo - Virginia Beach

6. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Virginia Beach

7. Mannino's Italian Bistro - Kempsville

8. Rajput Indian Cuisine - Suffolk

9. Cutlass Grille

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