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The Baker’s Wife Bistro + Bar, Hampton, VA

The Baker’s Wife Bistro + Bar

4.6
4.6
45 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
French and American Style Cuisine; An Upscale Restaurant with an Urban Flare

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sat 10:00–15:00 Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Phone number
    (757) 964-9424
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Blake Saylor
  • Catering
    We will create a custom menu for your next function to suite your palate! Give us a call or email to discuss your options today!
  • Private party facilities
    Perfect location for a beautiful rehearsal dinner, baby shower or corporate event! Our main dining room seats up to 45 guests. We offer 3, 5 or 7 course meal options with fun additional services such as wine pairings, custom cakes and more!
  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Cross Street
    Mallory St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Wine Tasting Lunch and Learn!

    US$60.00 per person

    11 Jan 2025 - 13 Dec 2025
    Sip, Savor, and Learn with The Baker's Wife! 🍷✨ Join us for a delightful wine-tasting class and lunch, hosted by the charismatic Brian Artis. Dive into the world of wine as Brian shares fascinating stories, wine-making secrets, and rich history while we sample 6 exquisite wines. Start your day with flavor and fun at 11 AM—perfect for a girls’ day out, a romantic date, or a memorable birthday celebration. Cheers to a day full of laughter, learning, and great taste! Tax and Gratuity are not included.
    Wine Tasting Lunch and Learn! photo
  • Gourmet Tasting with the Chef

    Multiple dates available
    Immerse yourself in a curated dining experience that showcases the finest flavors of the Tidewater region, elevated by French techniques. Enjoy a bespoke food and wine pairing crafted for you and your guests, with each course designed to delight the senses. Our chefs and staff will work with you in advance to tailor the menu, wine selections, and any special requests for a personalized evening. The Chef's Table requires a reservation for eight guests, with a choice of 5 or 7 courses. Upon booking, someone will reach out to discuss your experience and related costs.
    Gourmet Tasting with the Chef photo

What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Good for special occasions

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Best Ambience

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Innovative

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Healthy

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Great for fine wines

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    Good for special occasions

  • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Baker's Wife Bistro + Bar delivers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food" and "outstanding service." The ambiance is "wonderful" with "magical lights" and delightful jazz brunches. While some have noted occasional service delays, the overall consensus is that it's a "can't miss place" with a "fantastic" menu.

45 Reviews
  1. Darrion

    Jacksonville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and great food! Highly recommend the mussels for starters! The bartenders are LEGIT! Definitely would come back!

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  2. Mike

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a real gem. Small menu which I like and the selections are all genuine gourmet. Every dish was top shelf. And the food came out really fast. Service was excellent in all regards. Something for everyone with their wine and martini offerings. And the Opera Tort, oh my.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was very rude and didn’t explain anything on the menu. It has a lot of potential, but service needs to be better. Especially going on Valentine’s Day I did expect something extra and it fell very short. Needless to say we will not be returning.

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  4. Della

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner, great service and very nice jazz ensemble. Overall lovely evening!

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  5. Janice

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place to enjoy a special occasion, special meal, & or just sit back & relax. All staff were helpful & gracious.Owners are exceptional community members. Highly recommend!

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  6. CIndy

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere of the restaurant. The food is excellent and creative. Cocktails are perfect

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  7. Tonya

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Owner & Staff are very attentive, inclusive, helpful & informative. My server had a nickname (Kellz) by mid dinner. I'll be returning soon.

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  8. Jeff

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can't miss place for fine dining on the peninsula.

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  9. felicia

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was superb. The service was on point from the moment my husband and I walked in to the moment we left. Will definitely spend another date night there again soon.

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  10. Margaret

    VIP

    Richmond

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great success at The Baker’s Wife! And then strolled down the block to the American Theater! We split the Caesar salad, had the duck special and the scallops, and shared the Key Lime Pie. Great wine pea ring, a thoroughly wonderful time!

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FAQs

The Baker’s Wife Bistro + Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Baker��’s Wife Bistro + Bar

1 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA 23663

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mallory St
  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sat 10:00–15:00 Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Blake Saylor
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (757) 964-9424
  • Catering
    We will create a custom menu for your next function to suite your palate! Give us a call or email to discuss your options today!
  • Private party facilities
    Perfect location for a beautiful rehearsal dinner, baby shower or corporate event! Our main dining room seats up to 45 guests. We offer 3, 5 or 7 course meal options with fun additional services such as wine pairings, custom cakes and more!
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