Norfolk Restaurants, Hotels, Nightclubs, Caterers & Banquet Halls

The Winehouse in Ghent celebrates the world of wine, food and community with hundreds of wine selections by the glass, daily intercontinental inspired entree's, an expanded small plate menu and full bar... all within a casually sophisticated atmosphere.

WINE FOR THE REST OF US... At some point in history, wine became unapproachable, complicated, aristocratic. Well, it didn't start that way and we've created an atmosphere to prove it. The Winehouse is elegant yet casual, smoke free, intimate and always welcoming.

IT'S ABOUT TASTE... If you like it, then it's good wine. Feel free to taste first if you can't decide or ask for a recommendation. You'll find wines here you can't get anywhere else in Hampton Roads. Come and taste a true Norfolk original.

Whether you're in the mood for a full meal or just a light taste, we have you covered. We have some of the most innovative and tasty dishes in Virginia. Here are a few samples:

Our newest edition! Flat Iron Angus Steak, lean cut sliced thin and fanned with blue cheese gravy, green beans and pomme-frites. Try the Thai Shrimp Curry- jumbo shrimp, onions, red pepper, and ginger, in a green curry coconut milk sauce, and served over jasmine rice. Or maybe the Fried Oysters- fresh oysters breaded in panko lightly fried to perfection, and served with a spicy aioli.

The friendly wait staff, dressed in black, glides in and out silently and offers attentive and knowledgeable service.

The only jarring note was a schizophrenic sound track of world music that thankfully quieted down as the evening progressed. Co-owner and chef Chad Martin, a familiar Peninsula personality at restaurants such as 99 Main and the former Aria Fifty One and, took over the kitchen here more than three years ago.

His intoxicating menu mixes exotic items such as venison and foie gras with traditional favorites. Prices are high, but portions are generous. A basic martini made with Bombay Sapphire gin came with a hefty $12 price, but the drink was larger than you'll get in most restaurants. There's an extensive wine list and several wines by the glass, though the restaurant should offer half bottles as well. From a compact but enticing list of starters, we chose one appetizer and one salad. Louisiana oysters ($7) were beautifully fried and served with a spicy tomato sauce. The oysters were sitting on a bed of shaved celery and slices of tart apple, which complemented the dish nicely.