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Located in a 140 year-old renovated church, Freemason Abbey Restaurant has been a local's favorite in the heart of downtown Norfolk for 23 years. Freemason Abbey is closed New Years Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Rehearsal Dinners, award winning She-Crab Soup.
Our atmosphere is elegant yet casual, so there is no need to feel under-dressed. We pride ourselves on reasonable prices, ap...pealing to those celebrating special occasions as well as those who enjoy dining out often. Our menu features fresh seafood, lobster tails, steaks, pasta dishes, and our award winning She Crab Soup. There is a full bar to compliment your meal. We are group friendly and...
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Located in a 135 year-old renovated church, Freemason Abbey Restaurant has been a locals favorite in the heart of downtown Norfolk for over 18 years. Our atmosphere is elegant - yet casual so there is no need to feel under-dressed. We pride ourselves on reasonable prices. Many restaurants today do not include salad and side dishes in the price of the entree... we do! We appeal to not only those...
Abbey Freemason Restaurant is located at the address 209 W Freemason St in Norfolk, Virginia 23510. They can be contacted via phone at (757) 622-3966 for pricing, hours and directions. Abbey Freemason Restaurant specializes in American, Graduations, Elegant Weddings.
Abbey Freemason Restaurant has an annual sales volume of 1M – 1,999,999. .For more information contact KAT SCHULZE,...
Freemason Abbey Restaurant is located at the address 209 W Freemason St in Norfolk, Virginia 23510. Freemason Abbey Restaurant specializes in Meetings, American, Wedding Ceremonies.
Freemason Abbey Restaurant has an annual sales volume of 2M – 4,999,999. .For more information contact Jerry Collier, Owner or go to www.freemasonabbey.com
Freemason Abbey Restaurant provides Custom Orders,...
209 West Freemason Street.
Norfolk, Virginia 23510
757-622-3966
When you visit us, sit back and relax, expect friendly service and great food. Our staff is ambitious & very eager to make your visit one that you will tell your friends about. Enjoy the American Menu (a local's favorite) in a truly beautiful Victorian, and casual atmosphere. Located in a 127 year-old renovated church in the...
They must be going downhill. Horrible food- disgusting and they would not exchange it! Overcharged, dated decor and just bad customer service! We will never go back~ too bad a better restaurant couldn't take over the cool building!
Best She Crab Soup in Hampton Roads
The restaurant is very beautiful and unique inside, but very noisy. If you are looking for a quiet dining experience this is not the place. Food was ok, but not the quality I had expected.
Me and my wife had brunch here 9/30/07 and I was fully satisfied. Not many places around can make Eggs Benedict properly, but Freemason Abbey is on par! Great service, extremely reasonable prices—I was very surprised. I cannot recommend Sunday brunch here strongly enough. Please do give it a try at least once!
Excellent - slow for a Saturday night so we got great treatment. Steaks were both VERY tender, and rare meant rare, med rare meant med rare!! Everything fresh and presentation great. Will be bringing folks when they visit to see grandkids!
The stone exterior and vaulted ceilings of this century-old former church provide a unique atmosphere in which to enjoy some satisfying American favorites, such as whole Atlantic lobsters, prime rib, roasted baby-back ribs, fan tailed shrimp and crab cakes. We also recommend the homemade artichoke dip and crab dip. Of course, others are religious when it comes to the she crab soup. Gluten-free...
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Freemason Abbey is housed in a neo-Victorian church at the edge of downtown. Tables one flight up in the alcove overlook the main dining area for a great view without a...
Had a wonderful dinner here while visiting from Maine. Lived in Ghent while in the Navy over 26 yrs ago, so we were excited to come back. A friend had told us about your place, so we had to go. Food was all EXCELLENT! Our server, Pasquale, was very friendly, helpful & attentive. Next time we're in the area, we'll be back!
Love Freemason Abby, great food, great servicemen and gorgeous atmosphere
She-crab soup is AWESOME! Alexis was my waitress.I didn't have to ask for anything. I believe the manager is the person that walks around asking if everything is ok. First time there was yesterday. I was back again today.This is my new spot!
Went there on a recommendation of friend, fabulous. Service was impeccable, food was The Best. Mgmt was super, he gave us mugs as first timers. Had after wedding dinner there. God, I miss this place. Moving back soon.
The fried green tomatoes with goat cheese was AMAZING. The she crab soup was very good. My drink the Elizabeth was delicious as well. My main plate was the Seafood Broiled Platter. It was okay. Way to much Old Bay. The scallops were perfect. The mahi mahi was bland. The crabcake was decent. My husband ordered the grilled pork chop and it was cooked perfectly.
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Had an absolutely amazing meal at your restaurant tonight. Our waiter John went above and beyond taking care of us this evening. When we thanked him over and over for taking such good care of us, he simply stated that is just "Southern Hospitality". I would highly recommend this place to anyone in the area and if your not in the area I wouldn't be afraid to make the drive, well worth it. Thanks...
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Fantastic experience! Colleen and Jaclyn, you were the greatest. Wonderful meal!
A favorite for our family - my preschooler begs to take me here for mommy-son dinner dates, and my husband and I have shared several anniversary meals here. Don't miss the she-crab soup - it's worth every award it has won. We've never had a remotely bad experience, and we appreciate the on-site parking lot. If you have a few minutes, walk straight down the street to view the water.
Went for Prime Rib night. Wonderful experience. Everything done perfectly. If you like fried green tomatoes, you must try their generous appetizer.
We had a nice experience with out of town family until a waitress came upstairs to where we were and very rudely told us that our children were being very disruptive to the other patrons and asked if we would be leaving soon, while rolling her eyes.
An absolute marvel of a menu, delicious dining and and awesome ole English atmosphere in the heart of the downtown Norfolk shopping district. I myself had the pastrami sandwich with a slice of Belgian chocolate mousse cake as dessert and as the always, the food is nothing but fantastic. If you're looking for a really great dining experience with great prices, this is the place to come and dine....
You are going for the location and neighborhood. We had lunch. She had the lobster special with the 'she-crab' soup. I had the shrimp on orzo rice. The were both good but not the best we have had. The building is a trip. An old church complete with a choir loft and arched windows. They have an interesting beer selection...
Elegant and glamorous restaurant. Service is exquisite and friendly. Excellent for working dinners or to host visitors.
We ordered Fried Green Tomato Sandwich, Chicken Curry Bowl and Rice Bowl and could not find out which one was the best! Very good choice to eat great food! And the ambient is nice too!
We came across an advertisement for Freemason Abbey while browsing through a visitor book in our Norfolk hotel room. We decided to make a reservation and try it out and were we glad we did! We thought we might be in for a treat when we saw the executive chef's name on the menu! Our server was absolutely correct when...
My husband raved about his lox and eggs benedict. Very much enjoyed sitting in a booth, unlike the last time we were there at a huge table. Upstairs, I'm told, is great.
I'm a frequent visitor to Virginia Beach and have enjoyed many fine restaurants there. On this occasion, at the recommendation of a friend, we traveled to Freemason Abbey in nearby Norfolk VA. The restaurant is a restored church with a history dating back to the 1800s. Great atmosphere with a touch of the modern to go with the history. My...
Our waiter was very polite and knowledgeable about the menu and the service was good. The food was delightful especially, for me, the she crab soup. Everyone ordered a different lunch and there was not one complaint in the group. We were with a native of Norfolk and she is the one who took us to the Freemason Abbey for...
I really enjoy the 2 times I have eaten here. The first was lunch with friends. the food came out quickly, the server was nice, and of course the food tasted great. I had Chicken Cordon Blue and I truly enjoyed it. it was real chicken pounded out with very creamy cheese and think cut ham. Dee-lish! The second time...
Having dinner in a renovated church was a unique dinning experience. Staff is friendly and attentive. Tried the curry dish, which was good. Son ordered the trout which arrived overdone. Did not send it back to the kitchen, since it was late and we wanted to eat and be on our way. Over all good place to dine.
We had brunch recently and had a great treat! Housed in an historic church building, the atmosphere is really fun. Our table was upstairs which is a bit of a climb, but there is plenty of seating on the ground level. Brunch has breakfast-type entrees until 11 AM and then you can also choose from a lunch menu. Bloody Marys...
On a recent visit to Norfolk, we went straight from the airport to Freemason Abbey for lunch. The offerings are varied and the quality certainly justifies their ranking as the #1 restaurant in Norfolk. On the next day, we had severe storms and although we had planning on driving up to Williamsburg for dinner, the conditions made it impossible, so...
The she crab soup was outstanding but the hour wait for the rest of our lunch was definitely not worth it. I'm guessing it was just an off Saturday.
We were here with a bus group. We ordered the prime rib, but it was way too pink and fatty. I asked if they could cook it more, but was told no. So I left it. The potatos were ok, The vegetables too hard. They charge 3.00 for a tea bag if you wanted hot tea. Ice tea was included....
My husband and I dined here the weekend of the Norfolk Military Tattoo. The food was excellent, the She Crab soup was the best I've ever eaten. My husband had the Prime Rib Crostini topped with a horseradish sauce that had just the right amount of zing! For main course we both had Seafood Fantasia, a dish fit for royalty....
Fifteen of us went to the Freemason Abbey Restaurant. Our menu was reduced to a number of selections due to time constraints and the large party. One individual asked for the Hollandaise Sauce to be on the side. The waiters attitude left a lot to be desired as he turned up his nose and stated "there are no substitutions". Really?...
I've been here a number of times. Great atmosphere good food off the regular menu. They tend to have special appetizers and deserts that have been disappointing. Stick with regular menu items for deserts and don't bother with the appetizers except for regular menu salads.
The Freemason Abbey never disappoints. I am consistently impressed with the quality of the food and service of this restaurant. Dinner entrees - especially meat dishes - are cooked to perfection, and the cocktails are equally amazing. The wait staff has no issue accommodating a larger crowd and will go out of their way to ensure that you have a...
I've heard about this restaurant often so I finally made it there. I was not disappointed. Somehow the place was open enough, yet private at the same time. The menu had a variety of entrees, however the beer selection was limited. Yet I came here to eat! Service was great and was not disappointed with the food. I tried the...
A friend and I visited on a Tuesday and it was local's night which meant drink, appetizer and entree specials. The she crab soup was sublime and the chili lime Mahi was awesome. Excellent service. I highly recommend and will be returning with my husband.
The initial draw here was the building and it doesn't disappoint. Walking in is a treat. The layout and furnishings in the dining room don't adequately capitalize on the architecture of the room. The ambiance was also effected by the sparse crowd on a Tuesday afternoon. There were only two other tables occupied when we arrived and only one when...
A restaurant in an old (1838?) church building with great food and super service. What more can one ask for. We did not have a reservation but were seated almost immediately - it was an early Sunday evening. We had their She Crab soup. Excellent! we both had pasta dishes which were very good. The desserts looked extraordinary but we...
This is the best restaurant in Norfolk Virginia! I started going there in the mid-1990s and it has continued to be brilliant. Highly recommend; you will thoroughly enjoy!
we all enjoyed our meal, the service was good, and the restaurant was built from an old church. very neat place. also a short walk from the art museum.
I had made a last minute (same day) reservation for 4 people. The online process was smooth and efficient. We arrived at 5:30 on a Tuesday evening and were seated upstairs (at my request).
Service: Our waiter was friendly and checked in with us just the right amount of times.'
Food: Fantastic! All 4 of us started with the She...
Recently my wife and I had a tour of Norfolk and had lunch at Freemason Abbey Restaurant and we enjoyed it very much. The restaurant was expecting the group and there was no delay when the bus load of people arrived because the menus were on the table and we soon ordered from one of three choices. The food was...
The building is cool but there is no history on it posted anywhere that I could see! The food is really not great. She crab soup was ok and the rolls were good but skip the crab quiche!! I guess if you really just want to eat in an old building and don't care much about the food it's an...
The she crab soup is lobster bisque based; sherry flavored, very delightful. My family had club sandwich and soup combo, I had crab and spinach quiche with plate of fruit. Grapes are very very sweet. Neighbourhood has cobblestone streets.
Amazing food, everything from the crab dip, to the chicken and rice soup to the prime rib was amazing and great atmosphere and excellent service
Let me start off by saying I love the fact that this still looks like an old church. I love old architecture, particularly old churches. The staff here is amazing and more than gracious even with the larger than life party we attended there. They didn't mess up a thing and the food was incredible. I am more than please with the service I received.
Excellent service and great menu. Tuesday is local's night which means drink, appetizer and entree specials. The she crab soup was so yummy and both the Mahi and stuffed pork chops were sublime. Highly recommend!
Hit this place up after work. Met some friends to catch up on ole times. The she-crab soup was awesome. A must try. I had the Seafood Fantasia and it was off the chain. My friends had the Smoked Gouda Tenderloin Penne and loved it! Definitely will be back!!
The church ambiance is unique. The she crab soup is outstanding, as are their steaks and crab cakes.
The she crab soup was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed the meal but the best part was dessert. The key lime pie was out of this world! I'd come back just for the pie!
My wife and I went here last night for our anniversary. Based on reviews from others I was expecting professional service and good food. Our experience last night was the BEST experience we have had since living in the area (about a year now).
Beautiful atmosphere, great service and amazing food! You have to try the calamari appetizer. It's very rare to find a place that gets Calamari perfect.
My husband and I came here Sunday around 2pm. We just missed brunch so we can't tell you how he breakfast fare is. We both ordered the burger with all the...
I went here for brunch with some friends. It is a great deal for the offerings and total check. My only point of friction was that the waiter disappeared for a long time and then had to find a manager to make our cocktails. We didn't order anything extreme, mimosas and bloody Mary's. Perhaps we would have been more wiling...
I have been to freemason's about 6 times. Once for lunch. Lunch was a bit lackluster compared to the dinner experience. Dinners The I have ordered the...
I can see why the she crab soup has won so many awards. Could have made dinner out of a couple of cups of that delicious soup.
Went specifically for the atmosphere because I thought it seemed fun. My husband is a picky eater and the menu had many options that would suit him. It happened to be wild game night so there were some interesting options available. I have gluten/dairy sensitivity and they were very accomodating and mention GF options in the menu. Extensive wine list...
Was a special birthday dinner. 5 adults 3 children. From the very first appetizer the mean went downhill. Service was horrendous and the food was served cold dried out without taste or visual appeal. Our meal would have been about $300 and the only good thing was that the manager did not charge us for anything. We were offered dessert...
This restaurant was a former church and has been refurbished into this incredibly beautiful restaurant with lots of character. I felt like I was going back in time. Very nice experience. They are known for their She Crab Soup, which I considered very good, but lacked an abundance of crab. I had the fried fantail shrimp, fries, and cole slaw....
Easter Sunday, daughter and grand children and a rainy day in Norfolk. Perfect conditions for a great meal in a very interesting setting. Service was prompt and respectful. Food was outstanding. Could not have asked for a better dining experience.
Repurposed building from church to restaurant. Adjacent parking lot (free). Excellent wait staff, attentive but not intrusive. Now, the food. Artichoke dip (nailed it), Flat iron steak with mashed and side veg (right size/right temperature) with garlic butter. Cherry crumble and bread pudding were both excellent. This was the March special, three course for $27.00 and well worth it. Great...
We had a nice meal in this charming restaurant. Our server was quick, attentive, and well-informed. My Bison Meatball Soup was not very flavorful, but the French Dip was delicious.
As a recommendation we came for lunch with our friend who we were visiting in Norfolk. Nice atmosphere, with high ceilings and church windows. Bloody Mary's were tasty, we got mix of salads soups and salmon dish. Service was little slow but they were quite busy and we were not in rush, All of our food was very good -...
Ample choice of well prepared food. Enjoy an excellent She-Crab Soup while you wait for the slow roasted Roast Prime Rib. There is a different menu for each day of the week. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Very good value for money.
Had a reservation at 6:45 and arrived at the same time as a party of 8. We were seated promptly and knew that we wanted the Thursday night special - prime rib. We started with salads, my wife with the house and I the Caesar, with both being fresh, crisp, and a great value @ $4. Our entrees were very...
The food was delicious and very reasonable for lunch. Great choice. The building is also beautiful and it looks great inside. It's a fantastic renovated space and it feels very homey. Would definitely eat here again.
This was our second time eating here together and everything was delicious, as usual. From the crab dip to our entrees, the seafood Fantasia and the chicken cordon bleu penne. I highly recommend the Fantasia as I've had it both times and it surely won't disappoint!
We went there as a small group, about 8-10 people. Service was great, food was great, i especially liked the crab soup WOW - atmosphere special - unique one of kind - we sat up on the upper area and it was great!! Details of the the place fantastic!!
What we wanted was all sold out...the shecrab soup was tasty,knowing it was mother's day it was crowd with a wait
Loved the building. Service was wonderful and food was outstanding. Fried Green Tomatoes were delicious.
Went there for a date night and not only was the scenery great but the food and value were all good. Service was great while there and will definitely be going back in the near future.
The atmosphere is excellent the place looks amazing. The food was top notch I have paid a lot more for less quality food at other places. This is my new favorite place to eat. I highly recommend people to give it a try you won't be disappointed.
Great and attentive but not intrusive service. Very friendly staff. Interesting atmosphere, church and all, but noisy. Perhaps as good as it gets in Norfolk; we are used to bigger cities and the quality they can produce. No creative options on the menu. Average food at best. The hyped she crab soup was too thick and bland. I hate to...
We participated in a party of 12 for a late lunch. Service was attentive; the meals were average to slightly above. The high ceiling decor was interesting, particularly the bar.
We love Freemason Abbey. Always celebrate Christmas Eve there and our anniversary. Enjoy there menu both lunch and dinner.
Old church conversation. Very cool inside and out. Friendly staff and the food was great! Not pretentious, casual dress, no reservations needed.
This is a must visit! The food was exceptional as was the staff and atmosphere. We enjoyed the architecture and history of the building while enjoying our dinner. Had we not only been in town for the weekend, I'm certain we would've returned again. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Probably one of the worst kept secrets in Norfolk, this place has excellent service, fun staff and a mixed clientele. Located in an old church, this place is a mix of good food and interesting ambience.
Was there for surf and turf Tuesday and had the ribeye and the lobster and wasn't disappointed. The waiter was attentive but not hovering,...
Excellent food, great atmosphere, perfect for a "date nite". Well thought out reuse of a historic building; beautiful stained glass window.
Since I wanted to try it, my husband took me to Freemason Abbey for Valentine's. It's in a 142 year old renovated church, and parts of it are beautiful. The downstairs dining area is nothing spectacular, the loft area has views of the vaulted ceiling. There is some beautiful stained glass. We were downstairs...meh. We both tried to find something...
Another wonderful meal at Freemason Abbey! She Crab Soup is the best in Hampton Roads, atmosphere can't be beat and our server, Kaitlyn, was so friendly and attentive!
Came for dinner after Cinderella - the food was delicious and our waiter Hays was really wonderful and attentive. Will definitely come again
Freemason Abbey is easily on my go-to list for places to get a great meal. You can get a bite when you want a sandwich or a full sit-down formal meal. I've come here a few times and always...
This is a 2 star restaurant that could easily be a four star with improved customer service and quality control. The food was slightly above average but our dining experience was so bad I do not...
I can't say enough about the great experience my husband and I had at Freemason Abbey. We happened to be in Norfolk and decided to stay for dinner. After Googling restaurants in the area, we opted for Freemason Abbey based on their good reviews. The staff were friendly and courteous, the food was amazing (try the She-crab soup!), and the overall atmosphere was fantastic. Pasquale was friendly...
Freemason Abbey is an annual pilgrimage for my daughter and I at her birthday. It has been since she was five. She is seventeen this week and we just enjoyed yet another exceptional lunch with Sasha as our hostess. All I can say is as always superb food and outstanding service. Thank you once again and we look forward to another year of celebration with you.
Outstanding! As an out of town family looking for a great place to get fresh, delicious seafood, this place was spot on. All the food we ordered came out piping hot and did not take too long to be served after we ordered. Great seafood specialties with great services, this place is definitely a must visit when you're in Norfolk.
Really good restaurant! Delicious meal consisting of crab dip, mahi and broiled seafood platter. Definitely recommend this place!
Used to love their Lobster night, but understand that's gone away. Guess that means I'll have to find another restaurant to get my Maine Lobster fix. Bad move on their part.
Great Prices! Amazing Food!. My boyfriend and I were exploring Downtown Norfolk when we drove by an amazing looking building. After admiring the exterior we realized it was a restaurant, we immediately decided to go there for lunch. We were a little worried about the prices since the building looked so nice but they were extremely reasonable. The food was fantastic! It seemed like a hot spot...
My "Go To" place for lunch.. Freemason Abbey an excellent express lunch here for about $9-$10 bucks. Normally we sit in the bar and and our regular server is a gentleman named Josh who in no time at all has picked up on everyone's favorites and is able to serve us practically without even asking.
Just bad! Horrible food, customer service, and my family ended up getting sick later- I can only recommend to others to stay away!
My wife and I ate there during restaurant week and had a very unpleasant visit. When our entrees came it was not at all what she expected, not something she felt comfortable properly picking apart at the dinner table- let alone with a butter knife. As I went on here to review- I noticed they have changed management recently, so perhaps it used to be good but our experience was awful and it...
Not very impressive. I had their steak salad. the steak was overdone and mostly gristle. the greens were old. the French onion special soup lacked depth of flavor and featured bread vs a crouton. the cheese wasn't done properly. service ok but not friendly
My husband & I came to the Freemason restaurant for fathers day. Although my reservation was mis-placed, a kind manager made it right. We will return my compliment to the chefs. The food was Divine. Thanks for a Great 1st time experience. Mr.& Mrs. McKinney, VaBch, Va.
One of our many visits to Freemason Abbey, and the expereince just keeps getting better. My husband and I have been going to Freemason for about 6 years now, and it's consistently a favorite. My favorite entree is the Seafood Fantasia, my husband's is the Fried Shrimp Platter. Both were awesome as always. We go for lunch a lot also on the weekends, and their sandwiches are unique and filling, especially when you get them with their seasoned french fries... so good! Anyway, at dinner we had the she crab soup, the two main meals, and then dessert. Which was cheesecake covered with...
Excellent in every way – One of our many visits to Freemason Abbey, and the expereince just keeps getting better. My husband and I have been going to Freemason for about 6 years now, and it's consistently a favorite. My favorite entree is the Seafood Fantasia, my husband's is the Fried Shrimp Platter. Both were awesome as always. We go for lunch a lot also on the weekends, and their sandwiches are unique and filling, especially when you get them with their seasoned french fries... so good! Anyway, at dinner we had the she crab soup, the two main meals, and then dessert. Which was...
We dined at Freemason Abbey for the first time on Friday July 10, 2009. Our experience at this establishment was extremely disappointing. My husband and I both ordered the whole lobster. Both of our orders were apparently overcooked leaving the lobsters very tough and chewy. Our server left a lot to be desired. She was not very attentive, her serving skills were about on par for what one would expect in a diner and she lacked the personality to be in a service industry. Our party of four was seated in a booth upstairs which was quite cramped for 4 people. The restaurant had plenty...
A Huge Overpriced Disappointment – We dined at Freemason Abbey for the first time on Friday July 10, 2009. Our experience at this establishment was extremely disappointing. My husband and I both ordered the whole lobster. Both of our orders were apparently overcooked leaving the lobsters very tough and chewy. Our server left a lot to be desired. She was not very attentive, her serving skills were about on par for what one would expect in a diner and she lacked the personality to be in a service industry. Our party of four was seated in a booth upstairs which was quite cramped for 4...
We dined at Freemason Abbey for the first time on Friday July 10, 2009. Our experience at your establishment was extremely disappointing. ...
We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here. The food was excellent and the service top notch. The lobster was delicious and all the desserts w...
Been here many times; just recently for my cousin's rehearsal dinner. They were fabulous! Great options, great food, excellent service. Fam...
Several years ago, I would have given this place 6 stars, that was then but not now. We had not been there for several years. At that time the food had gone down hill. We decided to give it another try. IT WAS WORSE. The service was slow. My wife had the prime rib, nothing but fat. Another person had a stake. It took them 3 tries to get it cooked correctly and when we finally got it, there still problems with the meat. The meal was slow comming out. The manager came by the table and told us the that meal would be taken off of the bill. We had to wave down the waitress several time to get...
NOT TOO GOOD – Several years ago, I would have given this place 6 stars, that was then but not now. We had not been there for several years. At that time the food had gone down hill. We decided to give it another try. IT WAS WORSE. The service was slow. My wife had the prime rib, nothing but fat. Another person had a stake. It took them 3 tries to get it cooked correctly and when we finally got it, there still problems with the meat. The meal was slow comming out. The manager came by the table and told us the that meal would be taken off of the bill. We had to wave down the waitress...
We were in Norfolk for 3 days. We ate at the Abbey on the first & had to go back again we enjoyed it so much. The She-crab soup was like a tastebuds delight. Fantastic
I love this place. The food is superb, the staff is superior, and the atmosphere is top notch. I highly recommend this restraunt
I took my husband there today for his 61st birthday! Not only is the building historically beautiful but the interior refects the former church's elegant decor'!! Our server, John S., was delightful and very aware of our every need. It was just a joy to be there. My husband who is the vice-president of Coopervision in Norfolk often takes his clients there - so impressive!
""My"" only suggestion is to have those beautiful ladies dress in the ""period clothes"" that would reflect the importance of this historic site. They look like they work at ""Sloppy Joes"" in their men's shirts and...
Terrific service and the food options are outstanding! – I took my husband there today for his 61st birthday! Not only is the building historically beautiful but the interior refects the former church's elegant decor'!! Our server, John S., was delightful and very aware of our every need. It was just a joy to be there. My husband who is the vice-president of Coopervision in Norfolk often takes his clients there - so impressive!
"My" only suggestion is to have those beautiful ladies dress in the "period clothes" that would reflect the importance of this historic site. They look like...
My husband and I go there all the time. We love the atmosphere, food and service. Many restaurants charge extra for a salad and the side dishes but not here. There is alot included in the price of the meal. We highly recommend.
This is one of the first restraunts I tried when I moved here and it is a favorite. Great atmosphere for dining for many different occasions. Romantic, out with the girls from college, etc.
Great Special Occasion Dining – This is one of the first restraunts I tried when I moved here and it is a favorite. Great atmosphere for dining for many different occasions. Romantic, out with the girls from college, etc.
Freemason Abbey is a restaurant that is situated in downtown Norfolk and is actually a converted church. The restaurant is equally beautifu...
doesn't live up to the hype in any way! I was so disapointed with the atmosphere, food, wait staff... I would never go back!
I went to Freemason Abbey on a business lunch and the service was right on. I got the fried shrimp and they were so big, I could have sworn they were prawns. They were delicious. They served us salad (which was so funny how you do this, ...
The Freemason Abbey is an old converted church that now serves as a restaurant. The interior is just beautiful and offers up a nice, relaxing atmosphere. Their seafood and steaks are exceptional, and they often offer up seasonal and region...
Went twice on our last trip to Norfolk. The food was very good, I recommend the daily specials (lobster was terrific!). The staff were very friendly and Tiffany was great with us and with our kids. Our 9 and 3 year olds had as nice a time as we did. Prices were quite reasonable for the quality and amount of food. New York Cheesecake for dessert - the best!
Favorite restaurant – I travel to Norfolk frequently and I always go to Freemason when I am there. I have loved every meal. I have learned to make a reservation because the secret is out about how good this restauant is. The wait staff is excellent. They seem to recognize when someone is sharing a special evening. I often see them bring a rose to the lady at a table - very quietly (no singing waiters here!!) This restaurant must be group friendly because there is usually a large group celebrating something - a family reunion, friends just gathering together - even a wedding shower...
I travel to Norfolk frequently and I always go to Freemason when I am there. I have loved every meal. I have learned to make a reservation because the secret is out about how good this restauant is. The wait staff is excellent. They seem to recognize when someone is sharing a special evening. I often see them bring a rose to the lady at a table - very quietly (no singing waiters here!!) This restaurant must be group friendly because there is usually a large group celebrating something - a family reunion, friends just gathering together - even a wedding shower luncheon/with gifts...
The Freemason Abbey is an old church that has been remodeled inside and is now a first class restaurant. They're mostly famous for their lo...
What a shame that such a lovely, warm, and inviting atmosphere serves food that is so bad. My seafood platter was served on a plate similar to one you would use at a family-style steak house. The flounder was tasteless. The shrimp was miniscule and again tasteless. The crab cake had a strong, nasty taste. The house salad consists of a slice of ice berg lettuce and other whole items that have to...
The Freemason Abbey Restaurant might be the most fun you've ever had in church. – The Scene: Freemason Abbey is housed in a neo-Victorian church at the edge of downtown. Tables one flight up in the alcove overlook the main dining area for a great view without a window seat. The Abbey caters to large groups that may strain the capacity of smaller boutique restaurants, and parties of up to forty are always welcome. Groups with more than forty people are accepted during the off-hours. The 200-seat restaurant features a variety of casual American fare including burger, prime rib, pasta, and...
The Scene: Freemason Abbey is housed in a neo-Victorian church at the edge of downtown. Tables one flight up in the alcove overlook the main dining area for a great view without a window seat. The Abbey caters to large groups that may strain the capacity of smaller boutique restaurants, and parties of up to forty are always welcome. Groups with more than forty people are accepted during the...
A couple of times a month we take a group of 8-20 people here for dinner. The food is consistantly good, the service has been excellent and the atmosphere is great (make sure everyone in your party can climb stairs).
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I concur with going on Wednesday's for Lobster Night!
Great for group functions – A couple of times a month we take a group of 8-20 people here for dinner. The food is consistantly good, the service has been excellent and the atmosphere is great (make sure everyone in your party can climb stairs).
Make Reservations
I concur with going on Wednesday's for Lobster Night!
One of the worst dining experiences I've had in any state or country has been at Freemason Abbey. I organized a group of approximately 20 people to enjoy dinner and theater. We had reservations and the promise of tables on the second floor. We stood by while friends of the hostess or manager entered and were seated at the tables designated for us. We waited another 20 minutes for other tables on the first floor. Service was slow and we didn't have time for coffee or dessert.
Pros
+ location, building, some food
Cons
- arrogant, poor service, no customer relations
Customers Don't Count – One of the worst dining experiences I've had in any state or country has been at Freemason Abbey. I organized a group of approximately 20 people to enjoy dinner and theater. We had reservations and the promise of tables on the second floor. We stood by while friends of the hostess or manager entered and were seated at the tables designated for us. We waited another 20 minutes for other tables on the first floor. Service was slow and we didn't have time for coffee or dessert.
We considered this our neighborhood restaurant and miss it terribly. We would recommend this to everyone and the French Dip (like a philly cheese steak) is excellent!!
Mike and Joy
Server very pleasant, knew menu, food was excellent for the price, Entire staff was always seeing that all customers were satisfied. This is a do again restaurant
Located in a 140 year-old renovated church, Freemason Abbey Restaurant has been a local's favorite in the heart of downtown Norfolk for 24 years.
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This place offers American classic fare with a family friendly atmosphere and a wide ranging menu. It includes dishes like filet mignon, surf and turf, cedar plank salmon Oscar and Abbey crab cakes.
Our atmosphere is elegant yet casual, so there is no need to feel under-dressed. We pride ourselves on reasonable prices, appealing to those celebrating special occasions as well as those who enjoy dining out often.
Our menu features fresh seafood, lobster tails, steaks, pasta dishes, and our award winning She Crab Soup. There is a full bar to compliment your meal. We are group friendly and...
The Freemason Abbey is located in a church that dates back over 130 years. The Freemason Abbey serves up quality seafood, steaks, pastas and more in a classy yet casual environment. Make sure you try the award winning She Crab Soup!
Situated within a beautiful 127-year-old Victorian church, this elegant restaurant serves a traditional American menu that includes fresh lobster, pastas, fish, seafood, choice prime rib, sandwiches, and salads; complemented by a full bar. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.
This upscale restaurant serves an American menu. Expect the average entrée to cost in the range of $12 to $20, and you`ll be appropriate if dressed casual.
Atmosphere: The place is accented with antiques.
More Reasons to Go: There is background music while you dine.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. There`s a Sunday brunch. Click for a sample menu.A full selection of alcoholic...
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