Espeto na Brasa
The best traditional Brazilian fare in Norfolk comes from Espeto na Brasa. Located in a 100 year-old building downtown, the restaurant makes an impression even before the food arrives. Espeto na Brasa boasts a double mezzanine in its dining room and deep red decorations and linens that accentuate the mahogany interior. The restaurant specializes in the meat-focused dining of a traditional Brazilian churrascaria. The all-you-can-eat menu offers an array of choices, including chicken, beef, lamb, pork and Brazilian sausage. Waiters bring skewers to the table whenever you signal for more. The freshly cooked meats are paired with traditional South American side dishes and salad.
Espeto na Brasa
233 Granby St.
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 313-4363
espetonabrasa.com
Imperio Inca
The Imperio Inca specializes in Peruvian food, another authentic choice for South American lunch and dinner in Norfolk. The unique menu features fish, everything from ceviche and calamari to mussels and shrimp. The dinner menu includes vegetarian entrees. Fried yucca spices up several dishes, while fried plantains are also available on the side. A brick and wood interior makes for a cozy, intimate setting that puts the focus on the food.
Imperio Inca
723 W. 21st St.
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 486-4622
imperioinca.com
El Rincon Tropical Restaurant and Bar
This laid-back South American and Caribbean-inspired restaurant and bar is located in Virginia Beach, around 10 miles from Norfolk. El Rincon's kitchen mixes up a wild combination of South American, Cuban and Puerto Rican flavors. The menu has everything from grilled steak to mofongo con pernil---green plantains and pork. Unique dining choices, plus a fully stocked bar make El Rincon a good choice for casual nights out.
El Rincon Tropical Restaurant & Bar
4300 Holland Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
(757) 463-0003
elrincontropical.com
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