The Annex - Norfolk
About The Annex - Norfolk
The Annex in Norfolk, VA is a restaurant and live music venue with a capacity of 460, known for its intimate setting and good acoustics. It features a varied menu in the $10–20 price range, with highlights including unique weekly specials like stuffed mushrooms. Customers praise the quality of the food, describing it as a step above typical bar fare, along with a large selection of in-house brewed and other beers at reasonable prices.
Visitors appreciate the event variety and staff friendliness, citing efficient bartenders and clean facilities. However, some note service inconsistencies during busy times, especially at the bar. Parking is limited with street parking nearby, so early arrival is recommended for events. The venue is well-regarded for showcasing local and touring musical acts in a casual atmosphere.
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We attended a concert at The Annex last night, The Hookz and Lua Flora. The food was delicious and they have a large selection of beers. The acoustics were good for a warehouse style venue. We arrived just as the Hookz were starting and we're able to get a table in the restaurant bar where we could hear the band. Later we moved to the room where the stage was located. There's seating along the walls with a counter and stools. The Annex is wonderfully intimate venue. I highly recommend seeing a show there and enjoying the food, it was unexpected and a step up from typical bar food.
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Great vibes, great food. The weekly special stuffed mushrooms were awesome, crab Rangoon mushroom!
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The venue was cool, went to see a band. The show was great. The male bartender with the beard like a yatch captain was the man. He made the drinks fast, efficient, and flavorful. Pretty much another staff I interacted with didn't have the same energy. The prices were great on the Jameson n gingers I was drinking.
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Seriously, Norfolk now has one of the best live music venues. With a capacity of just 460, it's killer to see big touring bands in an intimate space. Fantastic layout, production and super nice staff!
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The Annex hosts different events weekly. Amazing staff and OMG the food. Seriously try their stuffed mushrooms, different ones every week.
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Great venue! Went there for Hip Hop Orchestra tonight. We didn't have food, but the beer selection was really nice, and the service was excellent. I also appreciated that the bathrooms were clean! So glad Norfolk has a venue like this to showcase local talent. Note: parking is limited, and there is street parking nearby, so be sure to arrive early/on time for whatever event you're attending here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of food can I expect at The Annex?
The Annex offers delicious, casual fare with weekly specials like stuffed mushrooms and options for vegans and vegetarians.
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Can I make a reservation or do I need to walk in?
Reservations are accepted, but you can also try your luck with walk-ins, especially during live music events.
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What dining options are available?
You can dine in, take out, or enjoy their food with fast service either inside or outdoors.
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What’s the atmosphere like, and when is the best time to visit?
The Annex has a cozy, trendy vibe with live music, making evenings on Thursday through Saturday the best times to visit.
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Is parking available and what payment methods do they accept?
They offer free parking in a lot and street parking nearby, and they accept credit and debit cards for payment.
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First time coming here and was pleasantly surprised how well the in house brewed beer was and at a fair cost unlike many other breweries. We attended a show called No BS Brass, tried the spin duo and had a few beers each. The only complaint was that while sitting at the bar eating and drinking we never got serviced. No one asked if our food was good. And every time I wanted a beer had to get up from the bar and stand in line for a beverage.