Whether you’re proud of your hipster lifestyle, you’re in denial, or you just love an interesting place for a weekend drink, Norfolk has some quirky spots that fit the bill. From fresh takes on classic cuisine and cocktails to bizarre decor, these businesses present the finest in hipster style with or without restraint. Don’t pass on them just because of the stigma; embrace the eclectic things they have to offer. Here are a few hipster locales to visit where you just might love what you find.
1. Tortilla West
Located at 508 Orapax Street, Tortilla West serves up some of the area’s best hipster-inspired Tex-Mex. If you’re looking for a drink after work, a light lunch, or a dinner entree, this establishment has it all. Tuesdays are the famed Taco Tuesday extravaganzas, where you can pick up a taco for a mere 75 cents. For lunch, try a lighter plate, such as the three berry, mango, red pepper, and arugula salad topped with shrimp, steak, or chicken. If you’re looking for a nightcap, finish it off with one of Tortilla West’s house-made margaritas or a beer from the extensive list. No matter what you choose, you’re bound to leave satisfied. Plus, it’s a hidden gem, even for the hipster crowd.
2. The Ten Top
Some hipsters live a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. At the Ten Top you have your choice of vegan or veggie dishes as well as a full breadth of meals to satisfy your inner carnivore. The Ten Top features tons of sandwiches and entrees, as well as daily dinner specials and soups du jour. If you opt for a sandwich, you can go with something familiar like the pulled pork or extravagant like the baked caprese. In all, the Ten Top has 16 sandwiches that offer a blissful escape from the generic fare offered by chain restaurants. The Ten Top is open everyday but Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m, and you can find it at 748 Shirley Avenue.
3. Model Citizen at Saint Germain
This downtown pop-up bar at 255 Granby Street has quickly become in institution in Norfolk. Open only on Mondays from 7 p.m. to midnight, the Model Citizen has guest bartenders and chefs that craft some of the most original ideas in the city. It’s hard to say just what you’ll get when you arrive, but expect a handful of new drinks each week. Gifted chefs also prepare a one-time-only menu that will make your taste buds explode with flavor. If you can’t decide what to do on a Monday, or you just want to get out of the house on a weekday, the Model Citizen is a welcome retreat.
Although there are only three spots on this list, the Norfolk area is home to many of the best hipster hangouts in Virginia and on the East Coast. Don’t fear the hipster reputation. Dive in head first, and you’ll find that knowing bands before everyone, dressing like a 1950s professor, and loving old-time movies might have its perks.
Image Via Pixabay
Connect with us
