1208 Bistro and Lounge

2815 Colonial Ave, Norfolk
(757) 917-5140

Recent Reviews

Jacob Kinter (PvtJacobClutch)

Amazing food and service! A local owned business so they are very appreciative and kind! Got the avacado toast and coffee was free. The coffe had a nice roast and brilliant flavor especially for free!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jaelah Kiah

this place is golden! it’s extremely clean, beautiful interior design, as soon as you walk in its such an welcoming environment.food is made to order.Stopped in before work and grabbed a sausage egg & cheese bagel it was amazing!!! melted right in my mouth the eggs were fluffy and tasty I really enjoyed this! & I plan to review on my TikTok page! Oh and did I mention free hot coffee with your purchase on the go!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica Spencer

First time trying this place, and I wasn't disappointed. It was a surprise when I walked in. It was so pretty and inviting and very clean. They have a lot of specials and I order the grilled chicken sandwich that came with fries and a drink. The price caught me by surprise. I will say that the portions were on the small side, but it fit the price. I'll go back!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy Crispy Chicken, Texas French Toast, Chicken Salad, Wings, Chicken Tenders, Hamburger, 1208 Platter, Shrimp & Waffles, Breaded Chicken Tenders 6, Honey BBQ Wings and Cajun Fries, Chicken blt, Cheeseburger

Gretzel Viorel Mallo

Food is delicious!! Free mimosas on Saturdays too. Definitely worth stopping by ?Parking: You have to drive around to find parking.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spicy Crispy Chicken

Vonda Harris

Everytime I go there it feels like

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Micah Rodby

So to sum it up. They have the whole brunch and everything, but even if you don't have time or want something that fancy, there's no reason to hit the drive through anymore and wait behind 15 cars for slow food where they forget half your order. This place has lunch specials that are far better than the local drive through. My experience below.So as you can probably tell, the burger is a little flat. Looks like a quarter pound patty. Maybe a third. BUT WAIT!It was only $6. For the whole meal. I can't go to a fast food joint and get this for $6! And they have more on the menu but if you're not too hungry or you have kids or you're on an a date but you're not "that" into the person you're out with... this is only $6. That blows my mind. And there's at least 4 options of lunch specials I saw. Plus breakfast, brunch, lunch. I'll post a pick of thr menu options while I was there... mind you they may change.Now hold on though because how was it? So here's the thing. The fries are pretty good. I like mine a little more crisp but they were not soggy. They even put some rosemary or something on it. You have to try them without ketchup first. They have real flavor. Not just potatoe. More like potat.... oh?! And the burger? It was okay. I mean... it's not like grilling out in the back yard good or nothing. But it's alright. It's small. The flavor is decent. You can get it all the way though. That spices it up alright. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it, but it's just a basic burger. So don't get your hopes up after enjoying those fries.Let's talk service. My to-go bag had everything. That sounds like it should just be a thing right? But they didn't skimp. I had 4 packs of ketchup, napkin, a straw? The soda was in a can but yes... still had a straw. What else? Idk but I wanted for nothing. I didn't have to go back and ask for ketchup. None of that. And I had a nice conversation with the people there. Everyone was super nice. They're talking about doing a Sunday sports thing to bring people in. Sounds like a good idea.I recommend checking it out. Even if it's just once. They have a baker. They had red velvet when I was there. It looked good. Next time I go back I'll order something a little fancier and add to this. But for a quick lunch experience, I have no regrets.I do not get paid to endorse or review. My reviews are always honest, although Google did send me a pair of socks once that were too small... I don't think that counts though.Parking: Park on the street and you're in a school zone, so watch your speed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hamburger

Saul M F'n For

Very welcoming owners, great food and service with very reasonable prices and portions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wings, Shrimp

Lamar Corey

The food was excellent as well as the services. The prices are

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

coco therentman

Really good food for the fair price. Great customer service & the vibe is chill. A definite must visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

TREYLON HAROLD

It's a great place to get a great meal at an affordable price. Would highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Honey BBQ Wings and Cajun Fries

Tonya Miller

First off, the ladies were super friendly! The food was really good. I can’t remember what my friends ordered but I had the wings and waffles and it was AMAZING! Then on top of that the music was bumping and the whole restaurant was a whole vibe. The atmosphere was like a family gathering. I can’t wait to introduce other friends to this gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Victoria Anderson

It seems like it would be a wonderful place, but they are not open for food except for slices and cookies until January 1st. Three stars because they don't share that on the website whatsoever

Cooking Wit P

I would recommend this placeI look forward to trying the brunch menu on the

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Charles C.

Got a great vegan burger there and my wife got a cheeseburger that was huge. People were more than helpful.

Tori Davis

First time here! Food was giving what it’s suppose to give!! The music playlist was hittin too! Will be coming back. We ordered shrimp and grits with a side of cheesy scrambled eggs. Salmon fried shrimp and grits.Vegetarian options: Vegan eggs

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