508 Locals — Restaurant in Norfolk

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic spot, and it's safe to say it has quickly become one of my favorite places in town. The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for both casual dining and special occasions.

First, let’s talk about their Taco Tuesday—a must-try for any taco lover. For just $3 each, you can enjoy an array of flavorful options, including Birria, Chicken Chipotle, and Carne Asada. Each taco is bursting with authentic flavors, from the tender, marinated meat to the perfectly balanced toppings. The Birria, in particular, was a standout with its rich, savory broth and melt-in-your-mouth beef.

If you find yourself there on a Thursday, don’t miss out on their Smash Burger special. For only $10, you get a juicy, perfectly cooked smash burger served with crispy fries. The burger is everything you want—simple, yet packed with flavor. It's clear the chef knows how to elevate even the most classic of dishes.

Speaking of the chef, they have outdone themselves with the Tuna Tartare. This dish is a revelation—fresh, delicate, and beautifully presented. The flavors are well-balanced, and the quality of the tuna is top-notch. It’s the kind of dish you’d expect to find at a high-end restaurant, making it an absolute steal at this hidden gem.

Overall, this place offers an unbeatable combination of quality, value, and creativity. Whether you’re there for the tacos, the burgers, or something more refined like the Tuna Tartare, you’re in for a treat. Highly...

508 Crafthouse is new so they are still working it out. We went on a Friday night and were surprised they did not have main ingredients for their cocktails (Grapefruit juice). Someone probably should have gone to the store before they opened. We ordered the Pork Wings which were good, but we wanted them Jamaican Jerk style which ended up being a spicy BBQ sauce not a dry rub. I ordered the Mango Margarita and sent it back. The waiter (who was great) said they were out of a lot of the cocktail ingredients and not just the Grapefruit juice so I ordered wine. I thought about ordering the Lemon Chicken and a woman at another table had ordered it and recommended not ordering the dish because the Chicken was dry. I went with the Lamb Chops and asked to switch out the whipped potatoes for sweet potatoes which they were able to do. The waiter said they would be cubed. Unfortunately they were not cooked in the middle. So again, hit and miss but hopefully they will get the kinks worked out. We live locally and want to support...

I booked this place for myself and some other friends for a total number of 13 people. First off- it was the only nice place I could find on OpenTable that would accept a reservation of this size.

Secondly, usually with a party of that size you are waiting for ages to order drinks/appetizers and receive your check. No such unfortunate luck here. Never once were we wondering where our waitress was- we left on time, full & tipsy.

The food itself was phenomenal! The carpaccio came with the exact number of crostinis needed & the sauce added a unique flavor. I ordered the salmon with risotto and it was cooked to perfection and the exact amount of flavor.

My husband ordered the rib eye & absolutely loved it. He split it with a friend (you can see the size).

Everyone seemed extremely satisfied at the end of the meal. The only critique I would add was more vegetarian options :)

Other than that I...