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Saltine, Norfolk, VA

Saltine

4.4
4.4
2315 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for creative cocktails
Enjoy the region's finest fresh seafood in the sophistication of Saltine. A street level seafood restaurant in Downtown Norfolk, Saltine offers a chic, airy space for diners to savor seasonal shellfish, seafood and spirits. Enhancing the locally-sourced menu, the restaurant's black distressed millwork, old-world detailing, and mosaic tile floors blend historical authenticity with modern elegance that flows from the dining space to the bar. Exposed brick hints of the historic Decker building and large globe lighting offers an ambient vibe.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–00:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Table: Chinese New Year Cocktail Dinner

    US$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    29 Jan 2025 only
    Celebrate the Year of the Snake with an enchanting evening at Saltine! Enjoy a 4-Course meal with expertly crafted cocktails and exquisite food pairings as our Mixologist and Sous Chef lead you through live demonstrations. Immerse yourself in the flavors and traditions of the season for a night of culinary artistry and festive fun. Tickets are limited! 1st Char Sui Eel & Mushroom Soup Dumplings 🍸: Mushroom XO Roku Gin, Yuzu, Ginger, Prosecco 2nd Crispy Skin Roast Pork Belly BAO 🍸: Black Mamba Lapsang Souchong Tea Infused Haku Vodka, Lemon, Thai Basil 3rd Steamed Bass 🍸: Sesame Old Fashioned Sesame Oil Washed Suntory Toki, Ginger, Angostura 4th Sesame Red Bean Bun 🍸: Peanut Butter Boba Tea Peanut Butter Washed Rum, Chinese Tea, Boba
    Chef's Table: Chinese New Year Cocktail Dinner photo
  • Valentine's Day 3-Course Special

    US$75.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 - 15 Feb 2025
    Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and we have the perfect way for you to celebrate with that special someone! Join us at Saltine on the 14th & the 15th for a unique menu option running $75 per person for a three-course dinner prepared by our talented Chefs. Take advantage of this opportunity to spoil your loved one with a luxurious and memorable three-course Chef Special, or order off our regular dinner menu! Amuse Laughing King Half Shell Oyster Course 1 Tuna Carpaccio or Pan Seared Sea Scallops Course 2 Lobster Lumache or Steak Bordelaise Course 3 Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake
    Valentine's Day 3-Course Special photo
  • Chef's Table: Tarnished Truth Cocktail Dinner

    US$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    13 Mar 2025 only
    Join us for an exclusive Tarnished Truth Cocktail Dinner, featuring a four-course culinary experience expertly paired with signature cocktails crafted by our Chief Mixologist. Each drink showcases our unique spirits, offering a refined journey through flavor and creativity. For more info on the menu, please visit SaltineNorfolk.com 1st Potato Crusted Crab Rangoon 🍸: Moonshine Lemonade Bourbon Mash Moonshine | Lemon | Prosecco 2nd Poached Hake Chowder 🍸: Luxe Manhattan 3 Year High Rye | Luxardo | Antica | Angostura 3rd Faroe Island Salmon Pithivier 🍸: Old Cavalier Old Fashioned Old Cavalier 11 Year | Demerara | Orange & Angostura Bitters 4th Spotted Dick 🍸: Reservations Only Bourbon Cream | Discretion Bourbon | Espresso

What 2,315 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltine offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent fresh seafood" and "great service." Guests frequently praise the "wonderful" and "attentive" staff, contributing to an inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's offerings, including standout items like the "lobster tail" and "chocolate orb," ensure a memorable culinary adventure.

2,315 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Get the key lime cake for dessert.
    SaltineResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, and we couldn’t agree more—the Key Lime Cake is a must-try! We hope to see you again soon for another delicious meal.

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  2. Norma

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for the New Year’s Eve celebration. Could not have asked for anything better. All staff were professional. At one point the AC cycled on and I got a little chilly. They immediately moved us. The food was incredible. Was a very joyous New Year’s Eve. Will definitely go back next year. 
    SaltineResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for celebrating New Year’s Eve with us! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a joyous experience and that our staff’s professionalism and attentiveness made your evening even more special. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the incredible food and that our team could accommodate you quickly when you felt chilly. We can’t wait to welcome you back for next year’s celebration—or sooner!

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  3. Gail

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Voila…Perfection. Great service; Hostess: Kailin or Kaitlin, server: Shaq Great ambiance on the mezzanine Food was delectable
    SaltineResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the ambiance on the mezzanine and found the food delectable. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful experience soon!

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  4. Chris

    VIP

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent New Years eve menu, the steak was fabulous.
    SaltineResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for ringing in the New Year with us! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed our special menu and that the steak and oysters were standout dishes. Elle will be thrilled to know her excellent service added to your experience, and Jake will be proud to hear his oysters were the best ever! We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals in the future.

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  5. Nickolas

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for our anniversary dinner. Food and service was amazing. It was not overly quiet but enough for us to talk.
    SaltineResponded today
    Thank you for celebrating your anniversary with us! We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience and that both the food and service exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful that you found the atmosphere perfect for conversation. We look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions!

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  6. Rodolfo

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I attended a dinner event (Saltine Norfolk) and was blown away how good the whole experience was. The food was PERFECT. When we went for my daughters birthday celebration, maybe I was expecting too much, but my food came up short to my expectation. BUT, food was still good. The table was a little small for our party of six. Environment was nice and quiet. Plenty of parking space. Highly recommend
    SaltineResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for celebrating such a special occasion with us! We’re honored to have been part of your mom’s 82nd birthday. It’s wonderful to hear that you both loved your dishes and that the food and service made the day memorable for your whole party. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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  7. Ava

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to Saltine last minute on a Friday night and it was great! Ellie, our server, was super attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. To start, we got the truffle fries and tuna poke. The truffle fries were flavorful, hot, and crispy. The tuna poke was very fresh and they gave a large amount of fish especially for the price. I was very pleased with the starters. For entree’s, I got the poached lobster pasta and my partner got the braised short rib. Per some dietary restrictions, I asked for a less cream in the sauce and they were super accommodating. The pasta had a good and flavorful sauce with some crispy pancetta and a large lobster tail to top it off. Absolutely no complaints about my meal. My partners braised short rib was “one of the best meals he’s had in a while” and cleaned the plate. Overall, the restaurant was clean, inviting, and had great food. We definitely will be returning!
    SaltineResponded today
    Thank you for choosing Saltine for your Friday night dinner! We’re delighted to hear that Ellie provided attentive and knowledgeable service, making your experience even better. It’s great to know you enjoyed the truffle fries and tuna poke—your description has us craving them! We’re also pleased our team could accommodate your dietary needs and that the poached lobster pasta and braised short rib hit the mark. Your partner’s glowing praise means so much to us! We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal soon. Thank you for the wonderful review!

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  8. Rodney

    VIP

    Richmond

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food! Our server was very attentive and exceeded our expectations.
    SaltineResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the great service and food, and that your server exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent experience!

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  9. Daniel

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food with great presentation. We would definitely go a second time
    SaltineResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the great food and presentation. We look forward to welcoming you back for your second visit!

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  10. Regina

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a pleasure to visit one of my favorite restaurants in Norfolk!
    SaltineResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words! It’s always a pleasure to welcome you to one of your favorite restaurants in Norfolk. We’re thrilled to be a part of your dining experiences and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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FAQs

Saltine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 763-6280.

Saltine is rated 4.4 stars by 2315 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
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Saltine

100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–00:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Patrons are welcomed to utilize the public parking garage attached to Hilton The Main. Parking validation, available upon request, will deduce 2 hours of charges from your ticket. Valet service is available for an additional $6.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Keith Nickerson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6280
  • Private party facilities
    A street level seafood restaurant in the heart of Norfolk, Saltine offers three sophisticated private dining spaces and seasonal shellfish, fresh seafood and crafted spirits.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
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