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by grandmaR
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Hooters: From Florida
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  • grandmaR
  • Updated By grandmaR on May 8, 2004
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  • Philly Cheesesteak and curly fries - Norfolk
    Philly Cheesesteak and curly
    fries
    by grandmaR, 3 more photos
    This is advertised as a slice of Florida.

    Hooters is pretty much all over the eastern US , although there are a couple in Canada, in California and one or two in Seattle.

    In April 2004, after being told for the second time that we'd have a 20 minute wait at Joe's Crab Shack, we ate lunch at Hooters. The waitresses are nice and pretty and the food is reliable.

    The menu is mostly hamburgers and grille food. I had the Philly special which included curly fries and cole slaw, and Bob had a hamburger.

    Some other things from the menu:

    Cuban Sandwich
    A toasted "stogie" roll filled with layers of pork loin, ham, pickles, and spicy mustard.

    Sampler Platter
    Crab legs, steamed shrimp, our famous wings and buffalo shrimp.

    Quesadillas
    A Southwest favorite. A grilled flour tortilla filled with Chicken or Steak, Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheese

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  • Theme: American
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 333 Waterside Drive
  • Phone: 757-622-WING
  • Directions: On the street side of Waterside
  • Website: http://hooters.know-where.com/hooters/
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    King's Chinese Restaurant and Sushi Bar: Another Possibility
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  • By grandmaR on January 1, 2004
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  • From Waterside brochure - Norfolk
    From Waterside brochure
    by grandmaR
    We're not comfortable eating sushi (which I thought was Japanese and not Chinese in any case), so we haven't been here. But it is another possibility at Waterside.

    The brochure says "Specializing in fine Chinese dining. Sushi. full bar. Cocktails and pollinated drinks. Lunch & Dinner served 7 days a week. Open 11:30 am
    Close 11:00 pm

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  • Theme: Japanese/Sushi
  • Address: 333 Waterside Drive
  • Phone: 757-624-6877
  • Directions: On the first floor overlooking the Elizabeth River
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    Joe's Crab Shack: Seafood With an Attitude
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  • Updated By grandmaR on May 4, 2004
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  • Norfolk mermaid pointing to Joes - Norfolk
    Norfolk mermaid pointing to
    Joes
    by grandmaR, 4 more photos
    We've never felt like eating seafood with an attitude when we came to Waterside. We wanted a place a bit quieter and more relaxed. We tried to eat at one that was at Barefoot Landing, and they told us we'd have to wait 20 minutes for a table when the place was empty.

    We tried again to eat lunch at Waterside in April 2004, and again they said a 20 minute wait. So we went and ate at Hooters instead.

    They do have a 'sand lot' (McDonalds type playground) for the kids.

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  • Theme: Seafood
  • Address: 333 Waterside Dr., Ste 101
  • Phone: 757-625-0655
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    Max and Erma's: Beef-eatting in the MacArthur Center downtown
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  • Updated By grandmaR on October 12, 2003
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  • Logo from webpage - Norfolk
    Logo from webpage
    by grandmaR
    This is apparently a chain which our friends were familiar with. After we walked up to the MacArthur Center and looked unsuccessfully for long pants that Bob would approve of, we looked around for a place to eat, and they recommended this one.

    This is a dark wood /steakhouse/bar kind of place. Burgers, chicken, soups, salads and entrees.

    A food reviewer says:
    "The buffalo chicken sandwhich is awesome and don't forget the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies for dessert!"

    Food was good, but I don't remember much else about it. They have burgers, steak and BBQ. I think I might have had something like:

    ERMA'S MEATLOAF
    A thick slice of homemade meatloaf and mashed potatoes smothered in our rich gravy. Served with buttered corn. $9.29

    The total bill for the two of us was $30.22 including the tip.

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  • Theme: Steakhouse
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 300 Monticello Ave #156
  • Phone: 757-625-7771
  • Directions: We walked from Waterside to MacArthur Center which is where the restaurant is on the first floor.
  • Website: http://www.maxandermas.com/content/menu/MenuHome.aspx
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    Jillian's Hibachi Grill: Upstairs in at Waterside
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  • Updated By grandmaR on July 2, 2007
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  • Looking up at Jillians - Norfolk
    Looking up at Jillians
    by grandmaR,
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    Jillians has billiards, video games etc. It was noisy walking through the mall to get to it. Bob said it was too cold to sit outside. If it had been warmer, it would have been nice to sit outside and look out over the activity in the harbor. Of course later in the year, the leaves might obstruct your view more.

    The Hamptonroads.com website says:
    "Four themes under one roof - includes blues café, sports bar, tiki bar and game room"

    The Jillian's website says: Kick back and jam to rock n’ roll tunes while our talented and dynamic cooks grill a six-course meal right at your table.

    I had barbecue meatloaf and Bob had ribs.

    SPECIAL FEATURES
    Minor curfew implemented at 9 p.m.
    children's menu, high chairs, booster seats

    OTHER INFO
    Smoking not allowed in dining area. Four smoking tables available.
    Alcohol Served

    Hours of Operation

    Club Hours:
    Sunday - Wednesday: 11:00am - Midnight
    Thursday - Saturday: 11:00am - 2:00am

    Mojo Hours:
    Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
    9:00pm - 2:00am

    Mojo is a live dance club and lounge that will mesmerize you with pounding, pulsating live drum and conga beats all set to the hottest Top 40 remixes of today.

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  • Theme: Barbecue
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 333 Waterside Drive
  • Phone: 757-624-9100
  • Directions: Upstairs at Waterside Space 210
  • Website: http://www.jilliansbilliards.com/club_detail_E.asp?club_id=30
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    Outback Steakhouse: Norfolk Australian
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  • Updated By grandmaR on December 11, 2005
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  • Steak and sweet potato - Norfolk
    Steak and sweet potato
    by grandmaR, 4 more photos
    When we got back from touring Portsmouth, we still didn't feel like going to Joe's so we went to Outback. If I am tired, I fall back on comfort food - steak and potatoes and plain cooking without a lot of frills.

    My children like to take the grandchildren here because there is a good kid's menu

    Joey Menu
    Just for littlies, that's Aussie for kids, under 10.
    Entrées, except Mac A Roo 'N Cheese, served with choice of steamed veggies, broccoli, jacket potato, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, or Aussie Chips. Includes a beverage too.
    Joey Sirloin
    Grilled Chicken On The Barbie
    Junior Ribs
    Mac A Roo 'N Cheese
    Grilled Cheese-A-Roo
    Boomerang Cheese Burger
    Kookaburra Chicken Fingers
    Spotted Dog Sundae with your choice of Oreo® cookie crumbles or chocolate sauce

    We walked from the boat, but there is parking at the Waterside garage. Outback, however, does not validate.

    Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp and Aussie Cheese Fries are my favorite appetizers. I also like the Bleu Cheese Chopped Salad. I usually get a steak for a main course and the Sydney's Sinful Sundae® (Vanilla ice cream rolled in toasted coconut, covered in chocolate sauce and topped with whipped cream) is my favorite dessert. Bob prefers the Thunder from Down Under (the chocolate brownie)

    (You may notice from this list that I love coconut and also cheese)

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  • Theme: Steakhouse
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 333 Waterside Dr
  • Phone: (757) 622-9101
  • Website: http://www.outbacksteakhouse.com/
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    Dixie's Tavern: Waterside
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  • Updated By grandmaR on September 14, 2003
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  • Sculpture on the docks with Dixie Tavern sign - Norfolk
    Sculpture on the docks
    with Dixie Tavern sign
    by grandmaR,
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    On the way back home, we ate at Dixie Tavern. A meal for two of us was $21.13 without the tip.

    The website says: "Festive New Orleans atmosphere - a popular night spot." (Hamptonroads.com)

    There was a scathing review of this place which said it part:
    "Dixie tavern is no place for a lady...Good place for "spring break" like atmosphere if that is what your into." That's the kindest part of the review.

    I didn't find the place particularly appealing, and doubt if we would go back, but it wasn't that bad. Perhaps that is because we normally eat dinner pretty early.

    Looking at their website, I see that they sometimes have jello wrestling, and they advertise Pool Table, Foosball, Darts, (7) Large-screen TV's.

    Hours of Operation:
    Monday-Thursday: 4PM-2AM
    Friday-Saturday: 11AM-2AM

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  • Theme: Pub/Brewery
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 333 Waterside Drive
  • Phone: 757-624-9422
  • Website: www.watersidebars.com
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    Rudee's: Rudee's
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  • Updated By hersheybar on August 24, 2002
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  • Norfolk Restaurants
    by hersheybar
    A great place on the water with fresh seafood and daily sunsets! It is a replica of an old coast guard house

    barbequed tuna

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  • Theme: Other
  • Directions: Virgina Beach - follow Mediterranean Avenue all the way to the water. You will be facing Lake Rudee and the Rudee Inlet.
  • Other Contact: http://www.rudees.com/
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    CLUB SODA: GREAT SEAFOOD, MARTINI RESTAURANT
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  • Updated By robertnavy on March 11, 2007
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  • THIS IS, I BELIEVE, THE GREATEST RESTAURANT IN NORFOLK, FOOD PRICES ARE AVERAGE FOR TYPE OF RESTAURANT IN DOWNTOWN NORFOLK AREA. ITS VERY NICE WITH A GREAT MODERN DECOR WITH HAND BLOWN GLASS MADE BY LOCAL ARTIST. VERY FRIENDLY AND KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF AND GREAT BAR TENDERS WITH THE GREATEST FOOD. GREAT FOR DRINKS AND NICE BIG MEAL. HAPPY HOUR IS 5-7P OPEN TUE-SAT OPENS AT 5p. HALF PRICE WINE NIGHT ON THURS. AND WEEKLY SPECIALS. COME IN SEE PAULINE ASST MGR, STEVE MGR. CHEF LYLE HEAD CHEF KITCHEN MGR AND MICHELE TABATHA. AND ALL THE FRIENDLY COURTEOUS STAFF THERE AT CLUB SODA

    THERE ARE A LOT OF FAVORITES MY FAVORITE IS THE SALMON, AND THE PORK CHOP W/MUSTARD SAUCE. AND DESERT THE CHOCOLATE DENACHE...THE MENU IS CHANGED TWICE A YEAR SO MANY FAVORITES AND GREAT MARTINI BARTENDER HER NAME IS PAULINE TELL HER ROBERT SENT YOU. ALSO TALK WITH STEVE HE IS GOOD BARTENDER AND ENTERTAINING AS WELL

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  • Theme: Seafood
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 111 W Tazewell St. norfolk, va
  • Phone: 757-200-7632
  • Directions: downtown Norfolk off of Grandby Street Between Bousch and Granby st.
  • Website: http://www.liquidassetsrestaurants.com/
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    Nazef: Cheap Greek Food
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  • By dln6874 on April 22, 2006
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  • Great Greek food for really good prices. They have pitas, gyros, greek salads, etc. Friendly staff and outdoor seating. Serves lunch and dinner.

    Chargrilled chicken pita

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  • Theme: Other
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Address: Colley & 21st
  • Directions: Near ghent, coming from Brambleton, turn right onto Colley.
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