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Varia, Norfolk, VA

Varia

4.7
4.7
1132 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Welcome to Varia, a Romantic, Upscale Italian Restaurant in Norfolk.
Varia, our Italian restaurant and wine studio, features wine by the glass and a pianist six nights a week. Indulge in homemade pasta, freshly tossed pizzas from our brick oven, or signature Italian desserts like the tiramisu. Varia's modern Italian fare is made from only the best local ingredients and the wine studio features over 100 hand-selected wines, including 50 by the glass.
The dining room's intricate finishes and the warm glow of its reclaimed chandelier, formally of the Historic Cavalier's ballroom, offers an intimate ambiance that invites conversation over a full bodied merlot. Guests can book the ultra private dining room only accessible by hidden doors in the bookshelves for special events.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (757) 763-6281
  • Website
    http://varianorfolk.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    At Varia, old world sophistication and modern charm combine to create an intimate, authentic dining experience. Our Italian inspired menu not only features staple foods of the Tuscany region, but adds a coastal Virginia culinary flair to every dish.
  • Private party contact
    Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203
  • Location
    100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510
  • Area
    Norfolk
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Family & Friends Night Every Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    *Parties of 3 or more Join us every Wednesday at Varia for an unforgettable dining experience with our "Family & Friends Night" promotion. Gather your loved ones and indulge in a delectable Italian feast designed to bring people together. For just $25.00++ per person, our unique menu offers a delightful variety of dishes perfect for sharing. First Course Tableside Caesar or Varia Chopped Salad Second Course Award-winning braised Short Rib or Chicken Cacciatore or Spaghetti Pomodoro Third Course Seasonal Family Style Tiramisu
    Family & Friends Night Every Wednesday photo

  • 4 Course NYE Bash @ The Main

    USD 100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Your 4-Course dinner will include GOLD access to Norfolk's most distinguished New Year's Eve bash in Grain and The Main's Ballroom. We'll have party favors, champagne toasts, and balloon drops. Please see menu options below. AMUSE-BOUCHE BRÛLÉE FIG FIRST COURSE - Please Choose One COMPRESSED MELON FRITTO MISTO ROASTED OLIVES & FETA SECOND COURSE - Please Choose One BEEF CARPACCIO PANZANELLA SALAD BRODETTO VEAL OSSO BUCCO THIRD COURSE - Please Choose One BERKSHIRE PORK CHOP MILANESE PUMPKIN RADIATORE BUTTER POACHED LOBSTER PASTA BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIB LASAGNA COURSE 4 *Buffet style dessert station will be offered in our Ballroom
    4 Course NYE Bash @ The Main photo

  • Valentine's Day 3 Course Chef Special

    USD 75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Experience Varia's unique ambiance and Italian cuisine while you wine and dine with your loved one. Make it a memorable evening by reserving your table now. Enjoy our special 3-course dinner for $75/person or choose from our traditional menu. 1st Course: (choose one) SWORDFISH CROQUETTE, or CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD 2nd Course: (choose one) CRISPY SKIN SABLEFISH, risotto, uni butter sauce, blood orange radicchio salad, pecorino, or BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIB LASAGNA, pomodoro, pecorino 3rd Course: FLAMING TIRAMISU, raspberry mascarpone, chocolate espresso panagrattato
    Valentine's Day 3 Course Chef Special photo

Menu

Full Breakfast Buffet

$22. Includes Choice of

  • Juice

    • Coffee or Tea

      Continental Breakfast

      $17. Includes Choice of

      • Juice

        • Coffee or Tea

          Entrées

          • Admiral Egg SandwichUSD 11.00

            grilled brioche, folded egg, bacon & cheddar cheese

            • Steelcut OatmealUSD 7.00

              served with brown sugar, raisins, & almonds

              • All American 2 Egg BreakfastUSD 11.00

                2 eggs made to order, breakfast potatoes, choice of meat & toast

                • Create an OmletteUSD 15.00

                  served with breakfast potatoes & toast choose up to four items: cheddar or swiss, bacon, sausage, ham, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, peppers, spinach

                  • Eggs BenedictUSD 14.00

                    poached eggs, virginia ham, english muffin, hollandaise, & potatoes

                    • Seasonal Fruit PlateUSD 11.00

                      fresh cut melon, pineapple, & seasonal berries

                      • Deviled Crab BenedictUSD 21.00

                        poached eggs, crab, grilled tomatoes & spinach, english muffin, hollandaise, & potatoes

                        • Buttermilk PancakesUSD 14.00

                          served with butter, syrup, & choice of meat

                          • Malted Belgian WaffleUSD 14.00

                            served with butter, syrup, & choice of meat

                            • French ToastUSD 14.00

                              served with butter, syrup, & choice of meat

                              Sides

                              • Egg (1)USD 3.00

                                • Bacon (4)USD 6.00

                                  • Sausage (3)USD 5.00

                                    • Pancakes (2)USD 6.00

                                      • ToastUSD 3.00

                                        • FruitUSD 4.00

                                          • Mixed BerriesUSD 4.00

                                            • YogurtUSD 3.00

                                              • Breakfast PotatoesUSD 3.00

                                                • GritsUSD 3.00

                                                  Beverages

                                                  • CoffeeUSD 5.00

                                                    • TeaUSD 4.00

                                                      • EspressoUSD 6.00

                                                        • Cappucino / LatteUSD 8.00

                                                          • JuiceUSD 4.00

                                                            • Milk (Whole, 2%)USD 4.00

                                                              • Almond MilkUSD 4.00

                                                                • SodaUSD 4.00

                                                                  • Fiji Bottled WaterUSD 5.00

                                                                    Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                    What 1,132 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.7
                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.5Food
                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Virginia

                                                                      Hot spot

                                                                    • Virginia

                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                    • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

                                                                      Hot spot

                                                                    • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                    • Norfolk / Virginia Beach

                                                                      Italian

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Varia offers a captivating dining experience with "phenomenal food" and a "fantastic selection of bubbles & wine." Guests appreciate the "relaxing and romantic environment" enhanced by live music from pianists and saxophonists. The attentive and knowledgeable staff, highlighted by servers like Reece and Kaylee, elevate each visit. Perfect for special occasions!

                                                                    1,132 Reviews

                                                                    1. Robyn

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Beautiful atmosphere hands down! Services was great and the vibe was amazing. The food..Brussel sprouts were delicious. Fritto misto was so so as the breading wasn’t crisp and I only had 2-3 shrimp. Very disappointing. Ravioli was so so. After sitting for a few moments it was tough to cut. Ordered gelato for dessert and it was okay. I’ve def had better. I’d definitely recommend for the ambiance, drinks and lite bite. Didn’t order an entree but I will def get pizza next time. The wood burning stove was fired up all night. Special added touch was the piano music. The pianist played some beautiful songs. Would def go again and explore the menu more!

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                                                                    2. Terry

                                                                      Charleston

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Excellent!!!! A little loud for conversation, but we loved the service, the food, and the decor! We can’t wait to go back!!!! We will definitely make this a Christmas tradition!!!!

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                                                                    3. Adriana

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Richmond

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      First time taking the family. My teens loved eating out fancy. :) Food was great. Amazing wine selection. Dinner with the piano in the background made the night.

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                                                                    4. Sierra

                                                                      Richmond

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The food was so amazing, I am still thinking about it this next morning. The ambiance was absolutely incredible, it felt so luxurious & after posting I had multiple people asking where I was at! Our waiter was amazing, he was very attentive, personable, funny, and exceeded all expectations! I am already planning to go back!

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                                                                    5. Michael J

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Orlando

                                                                      64 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      64 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Reece ourwaiter remembered me before on my last visit he is amazing the food the service wonderful

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                                                                    6. Lisa

                                                                      Richmond

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Our dinner was great at Varia. Both the food and service were outstanding.

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                                                                    7. Janet

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      New York City

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      The bar dining was not as exciting as the main dining we didn’t understand until we arrived and the service was stressful a little bit overall ambience was beautiful:)

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                                                                    8. Becky

                                                                      Atlanta Metro

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The restaurant was beautiful, the food was absolutely delicious and our server, Reece, was excellent! We couldn't have asked for a better experience other than to wish we had more room to finish our meals haha!!

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                                                                    9. Keith

                                                                      Richmond

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      2.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      Chic vibes and energetic service with surprisingly mediocre food. Overdone Marsala and gummy gnocchi. Hated to see so much uneaten. Nice wine list.

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                                                                    10. Grove R

                                                                      Richmond

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Our food was amazing as always. Our server was great ….. she took very good care of us. She was so nice. We’ll be back

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Varia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 763-6281.

                                                                    Varia is rated 4.7 stars by 1132 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                    Booked 21 times today
                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for Varia

                                                                    100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510

                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Norfolk
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Italian
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Fine Dining
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      None
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://varianorfolk.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (757) 763-6281
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      At Varia, old world sophistication and modern charm combine to create an intimate, authentic dining experience. Our Italian inspired menu not only features staple foods of the Tuscany region, but adds a coastal Virginia culinary flair to every dish.
                                                                    • Private party contact
                                                                      Sara Wagner: (757) 763-6203

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