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219 Bistro, Norfolk, VA

219 Bistro

4.5
4.5
555 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
219 Bistro is centrally located in the vibrant downtown district of Norfolk VA. Open Wednesday - Saturday, offering Happy Hour 4pm - 6pm. Join us for the best outdoor dining in downtown Norfolk. Our menu features are sure to please everyone offering innovative appetizers, burgers, tacos and chef inspired entrées.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 416-6219
  • Website
    http://www.219bistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ben
  • Location
    219 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Cross Street
    Brooke Ave and Granby Street
  • Parking details
    Our valet is available after 5:30pm and is located on Brooke avenue in front of our sister-restaurant, Byrd and Baldwin Bros steakhouse.Our expertly trained valets will tend to your vehicle while you enjoy an elegant dining experience.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Menu

Main

SOUP & SALAD

  • SHE CRAB BISQUEUS$11.00

    Lump Crab in a Creamy Bisque, Finished with Sherry

    • THE CHEF'S WEDGEUS$15.00

      Iceberg Lettuce, Ham, Bacon, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomato, Pickled Garlic, Gorgonzola Cheese, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

      • HOUSE SALADUS$10.00

        Carrots, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Shredded Cheese, Croutons

        • KALE CAESARUS$14.00

          Kale, Romaine, House Made Caesar, Shaved Parmesan, Parmesan Crisp, Croutons

          SMALL PLATES

          • CRAB STACKUS$21.00

            Crab Salad, Avocado, Pico de Gallo, Tortilla Chips

            • TUNA POKEUS$20.00

              Hondashi Marinated Tuna, Mishi Pickles, Cucumbers, Orange Supremes, Avocado, Wakame, Cherry Tomato, Edamame, Wasabi Aioli, Crunchy Wonton Crisps

              • BACON WRAPPED GOAT CHEESE FIGSUS$13.00

                Smokey Chipotle Blackberry Jam

                • FRIED GREEN TOMATOESUS$14.00

                  Arugula Salad with Thai Citrus Dressing

                  • GNOCCHIUS$16.00

                    Beef Tenderloin, Gorgonzola Cream, Sundried Tomatoes, Green Onion, Balsamic

                    • GRILLED OCTOPUSUS$19.00

                      Edamame uree, Arugula Salad, Pickled Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes, Thai Citrus Dressing

                      • CHARCUTERIE BOARDUS$25.00

                        Chef's Weekly Selection of Cheese, Cured Meat, Jam, Mustard and Accoutrement

                        • CharcuterieUS$25.00
                        • Cheese OnlyUS$18.00

                      • DUCK L'ORANGE TARTINESUS$14.00

                        Duck Confit, Grand Marnier Gastrique, Orange Supremes, Gorgonzola Cheese, Thyme, Candied Orange, Crusty Bread

                        SANDWICHES & TACOS

                        • THE DRUNK DUCK BURGERUS$19.00

                          All Beef Burger topped with Duck Confit, Bourbon Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Duckanaise

                          • HOUSE CHEESEBURGERUS$17.00

                            American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles

                            • BLACK BEAN & CORN VEGGIE BURGERUS$18.00

                              Avocado, Garlic Aioli

                              • CHICKEN BACON RANCHUS$17.00

                                Fried or Grilled Chicken, Bacon, House-made Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, Lettuce

                                • FISH TACOSUS$19.00

                                  Three Tacos with Sweet Chili Slaw, Pico de Gallo and Cilantro Lime Black Beans & Rice

                                  • CAESAR WRAPUS$17.00

                                    Romaine, Grilled Chicken, Bacon, House Made Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese, Flour Tortilla

                                    ENTREES

                                    • BONE IN PORK CHOPUS$30.00

                                      Apple Cider Gastrique, Cauliflower Puree, Crispy Brussels Sprouts

                                      • SANTE FE CHICKEN PENNEUS$26.00

                                        Grilled Chicken, Chorizo Sausage, Roasted Corn, Smoked Tomato Confit, Chipotle Cream Sauce

                                        • SHRIMP SCAMPIUS$31.00

                                          Angel Hair Pasta, Garlic, White Wine, Lemon, Tomato, Toasted Bread

                                          • FILET AU POIVREUS$36.00

                                            Beef Tenderloin Coated in Cracked Pepper, Sliced & Finished with a Creamy Cognac & Pepper Sauce Served with Buttery New Potatoes & Grilled Asparagus

                                            • GRILLED SALMONUS$26.00

                                              Honey Sriracha Glazed, Vegetable Melange, Edamame Puree

                                              • SEARED SCALLOPSUS$36.00

                                                Chipotle Goat Cheese Risotto, Strawberry Black Pepper Gastrique, Basil Chiffonade

                                                • VEGGIE LASAGNAUS$23.00

                                                  Zucchini, Squash, Tomato, Ricotta, Parmesan, Pesto, Sofrito and a Parmesan Crisp

                                                  • BEEF SHORT RIBUS$30.00

                                                    Polenta, Crisp Panko Crusted Poached Egg, Pan Jus

                                                    • COTIJA CHILI LIME SHRIMPUS$29.00

                                                      Mexican Quinoa Salad of Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Black Beans, Cilantro, Scallion, Corn, Crumbled Cotija Cheese & Mexican Crema

                                                      SIDE ITEMS

                                                      • Handcut French Fries

                                                        • Chipotle Goat Cheese Risotto

                                                          • Buttered New Potatoes

                                                            • Mexican Quinoa Salad

                                                              • Vegetable Melange

                                                                • Grilled Asparagus

                                                                  • Sweet Chili Slaw

                                                                    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

                                                                      Honey, Sriracha, Sunflower Seeds

                                                                      • Truffle Fries

                                                                        Truffle Oil, Parmesan, Garlic Aioli

                                                                        Last updated: 8 February 2025

                                                                        What 555 people are saying

                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                        4.5
                                                                        4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                        • 4.3Food
                                                                        • 4.6Service
                                                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                                                        • 4.3Value

                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                        Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                        • Virginia

                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                        • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                        • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

                                                                          American

                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        219 Bistro in Norfolk offers a delightful dining experience with its "great food and excellent service." The atmosphere is perfect for a leisurely meal, and the menu includes individually crafted dishes. It's a favorite spot for theater-goers, thanks to its convenient location and "wonderful" pre-show menu options.

                                                                        555 Reviews

                                                                        1. Tameka

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          13 reviews

                                                                          3.0

                                                                          13 reviews

                                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          This was my first time dining at this restaurant and sadly, I do not think I will return here. The night began with a very friendly and knowledgeable server, but started with us being told that the main 2 dishes we were interested in ordering, unfortunately, they were out of that for the night. (The short rib dish, and the scallop dish) After this disappointment we pushed forward and began by trying the She crab bisque. The soup was not good. Lacked flavor and seemed to be “watered down”. We did wait a long time for our dinner to arrive, but, being that this was Saturday night on the weekend of Valentine’s Day, this was to be expected. When the food arrived, my duck confit burger was not cooked the proper temperature, which the server did apologize about. My husband’s surf and turf meal was definitely mediocre, and not what we were hoping for considering the price. The steak was “okay” the mashed potatoes, “okay” the broccoli, “okay”, nothing about the dish was delicious. The best part of the experience was the friendly server, honestly. That’s about it.

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                                                                        2. John

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          There was a bit of a wait for food but it was worth it. After all, it was Valentine’s Day.

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                                                                        3. Paige

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          2.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 2 February 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 2
                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                          3. Service 2
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          The she crab bisque was watery. I will say the bread was wonderful. The waitress was very polite but forgot to put in a food order. Luckily I didn't end up wanting to wait for it. The restaurant itself is beautiful. There is definitely room for improvement.

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                                                                        4. Ken

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Had dinner with family. Made reservations for 5. Showed up 15 minutes early, and there were only about six people in the restaurant. By 5:30, the place was packed. Excellent service, and everyone love their meals.

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                                                                        5. Kristin

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                          15 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          15 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          We found 219 Bistro on yelp, as we are visiting from out of town. Overall our experience was pleasant. Two mishaps was the waitress misheard the beer my husband ordered and brought him the wrong beer and the soup he ordered never came. The truffle fries were very tasty, whereas the fries that came with the duck burger were not. The shrimp scamp was light, easy on garlic as asked, and very much enjoyable.

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                                                                        6. Dana

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 11 January 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Great food and atmosphere. Highly recommend their menu.

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                                                                        7. Linda

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Columbus

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          All dishes are individually made so allow time to enjoy a leisurely dining experience.

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                                                                        8. Kristen

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 26 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Excellent service and good food, especially the appetizers.

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                                                                        9. Susan

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          22 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Food was great. Our server was awesome! Love this place!

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                                                                        10. Angela

                                                                          Richmond

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Always our favorite dinner spot. Great food and service

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                                                                        FAQs

                                                                        219 Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 416-6219.

                                                                        219 Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 555 OpenTable diners.

                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                        Make a booking

                                                                        2 people
                                                                        19:00

                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                        Google Map for 219 Bistro

                                                                        219 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                          Brooke Ave and Granby Street
                                                                        • Area
                                                                          Norfolk
                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                          Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                        • Price
                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                          American
                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                          Smart Casual
                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                          Our valet is available after 5:30pm and is located on Brooke avenue in front of our sister-restaurant, Byrd and Baldwin Bros steakhouse.Our expertly trained valets will tend to your vehicle while you enjoy an elegant dining experience.
                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                          Chef Ben
                                                                        • Additional
                                                                          Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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