We have been going to 219 since it opened, probably 15 or more years ago. The food has always been great and we have never had a bad meal. We used to eat out a LOT and we went there often. The seared ahi tuna is great, as it the crab cake, the rockfish, the pizzas... everything. We don't go... more

Downtown Norfolk has made some tremendous progress during the past 5 years. The new "yuppie" / retiree developments west of Boush along with the Ghent / Hague neighborhoods are now supporting some very nice restaurants. . 219 was very interesting and special. Maybe this was a hole-in-the-wall diner 20~30 years ago, but it is now upscale and incredibly delicious. Crab... more

Gotta try the crab cakes. more

overpriced for what it is, but still tasty. more

Best Crab Cakes in Norfolk!!!! more

The sauce is to die for. It is not on the menu but if you ask for it they have it everyday. Do not miss this place. more

The 219 has a unique menu. It contains the usual meat, chicken and fish but each dish is very unique. Four of us ate their on a Sat night (10/15/05) and all enjoyed our meals. Staff and service overall was efficient and friendly. The only down side is that the tables are close together and it can get loud if... more