Bardo Edibles & Elixirs
(757) 622-7362
430 W 21st St
Norfolk,
VA
23517
36.8688
-76.2905
What People Are Saying About Bardo Edibles & Elixirs
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The Scene:
Bardo draws an eclectic, artsy clientele that could just as easily arrive post-theater or pre-club. Large, uninterrupted swaths of vivid color, sharp angles and the use of natural materials like wood and stone create a hard, Zen-minimalist feel that's softened by subtle lighting and myriad tiny votive candles. Patrons have plenty of room to mingle in front of the well-stocked bar (tucked neatly into a corner of the room) which leads almost without transition into an open kitchen and small-scale dining area.
The Food
Broken into four levels representing starters, entrees, sides and desserts, the menu of artistically prepared small-plate dishes ranges from an adventurous ceviche three-way platter to the humble dollar chicken dinner. Served with paper thin, tempura-fried onion rings and from-scratch wasabi mashed potatoes, the Thai-rubbed N.Y. strip steak is perfectly seared; crispy-fried black tiger shrimp wrapped in wonton skins is dramatic and flavorful. Adding a whimsical touch, yummy chocolate chopsticks appropriately accent divine dim sum doughnuts.
User Reviews
Anonymous
December 13, 2008
A little pricey, but great once in a while. Very inventive drink menu. Save room for dessert! The restaurant area is very small so don't bring a large crowd.
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taylorsl
January 25, 2007
Very creative and interesting menu of small plates and tapas--all extremely good. Service was excellent. Low-lit, cosmopolitan atmosphere.......trendy people....not stuffy though. Very busy and bustling in the Ghent district of Norfolk. Parking is easy behind the restaurant and is free. I would have given this a higher rating if it weren't so smokey in there (smoke-free would be ideal).
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chinnockr
December 18, 2005
I took my girlfriend to bardo after a play had let out at the Generic Theater. The service there is warm and friendly, and the food is even better. We both had eggdrop soup and brie stuffed pork tenderloin. All I can say was: amazing! The wine list was awesome, so many good selections. I would highly recommend this place.
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Know Before You Go:
Reservations are accepted for groups of eight or more. Others should arrive early as Bardo only has 10 tables.
What to Drink:
An extensive wine list and a choice of nine sakes offer dynamic pairings for the Asian-influenced edibles.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Check, American Express, Cash, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Notable Beer List, Late Night Dining, Theater District Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
General Info:
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
