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Flavors of Fall in Downtown Norfolk

Flavors of Fall in Downtown Norfolk 

Experience fall flavors in Downtown Norfolk with artisan espresso bars, scratch-made bakeries, warm fall spices, and indulgent seasonal pastries that deliver maximum cozy flavor all season long. 

Artisan Coffee & Seasonal Brews 

Warm up your autumn mornings with hand-crafted lattes, rich single-origin roasts, and spiced seasonal creations. 

  • A 'latte Cafe: Charming local spot for a freshly brewed specialty latte, a warm spiced chai, or a cozy seasonal drink.  
  • Three Ships Coffee: Fall has arrived with four amazing drinks! Stop by to try Eye Of The Tiger, Tripple Pumpkin Latte, Matcha Mule Float, Afternoon Delight. All filled with all the fall flavors!  
  • Neptune's Fury Coffee Co: Pair your favorite warm roast or spiced specialty drink with a fresh local pastry as you watch the crisp fall breeze ripple across the water. 
  • Rich Port Coffee: It’s an ideal morning pit stop for a freshly brewed cup, and a delicious bakery treat on your way downtown. 
  • Cure Coffeehouse: Sip on creative seasonal lattes, spiced ciders, or specialty teas surrounded by exposed brick and historic charm. 
  • Hot Cocoa Wars: Warm up your holiday season with a weeklong celebration of the city’s coziest competition. Participating in Downtown restaurants will serve up their best hot coca creations. Taste, sip, and vote for your favorite to help crown this year's Best Hot Cocoa in Downtown Norfolk! 

Bakeries & Sweet Treats 

Satisfy your fall sweet tooth with scratch-made pastries, campfire-inspired desserts, and gourmet baked goods. 

  • Crave Bakery & Coffee Bar: Crave serves jumbo couture cupcakes, scratch-made scones, cinnamon buns, and warm breakfast pastries. It’s a must-visit spot for comfort baking paired with your favorite morning coffee. 
  • Smore’s Amore: Indulge in warm, gooey handcrafted s'mores, toasted custom graham crackers, and sweet seasonal toppings made fresh to order. 
  • Juniper & Jam: Stop by to sample thoughtfully crafted baked goods, seasonal jam pairings, and unique treats that perfectly capture autumn's rich flavors. 
  • Cold Pressed Town Center: Stop in for refreshing seasonal cold-pressed juices, immunity-boosting wellness shots, and wholesome plant-based bites to balance out the indulgent autumn treats. 

Experience the very best of Norfolk's culinary talent and warm autumn hospitality at Downtown Norfolk’s local roasters, scratch bakeries, and cozy cafes this Fall.  

Ready to head downtown? Parking just got a lot easier. To support local businesses and make your visit stress-free, the City of Norfolk offers the first 2 hours of parking for FREE at 14 select downtown garages and lots. 

Note: After the initial 2-hour free period, standard hourly rates apply. Please keep in mind that special event parking (like major concerts or festivals) is typically excluded and may require a flat collect-on-entry fee