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Doumar's


3.5 of 5 stars 39 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Barbecue, Coffee Shop, Diner, Dessert, Californian, Ice Cream
  • Average price: € 14 ($ 20)

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4 of 5 stars
PatS16   27 contributions
Oct 20, 2009

The food was good, and the ice cream was great. The atmoshpere and service were fun. The restaurant seemed to have frozen in time. more

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1 of 5 stars
UNCRN   1 contribution
North Carolina
Aug 19, 2009

NEVER again. Really shoud be less than one star. Because of all the hype, my husband and I sought this place out this past Friday. It was packed but I have no idea why!!!!! Being from North Carolina, I should have know better than order BBQ. This minced up meat was quite likely the worst tasting stuff I have ever... more

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5 of 5 stars
lacagenoel   2 contributions
Portsmouth
Aug 16, 2009

Doumar's is definitely a legend in Norfolk. Exceptional Barbeque, assorted flavor milk shakes, fresh limeade and of course the homemade waffle cones. You can watch Mr. Doumar or one of the staff making cones on the original cone maker invented by uncle Abe. The restaurant is still owned by the Doumar family and there will always be a Doumar family... more

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3 of 5 stars
lissad29   3 contributions
norfolk, va
Aug 13, 2009

Figured it would be good after watching it on food network. Super Greasy food....and not good greasy. Wasnt impressed at all. Price was ok. more

Overrated
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2 of 5 stars
MathewM23   1 contribution
St. Louis
Jul 29, 2009

My wife and I are fans of the show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" and made it a priority to eat at Doumar's during our vacation to Norfolk. Positives: Old school "dive" atmosphere (though the same can be said for any Waffle House); it was fun watching the guy making the waffle cones out front and the service was fast. Negatives:... more

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5 of 5 stars
Opine   2 contributions
Ohio
Jul 22, 2009

Most cities have one or two restaurants that have stood the test of time, offering good value and unique flavors. It may not be to everyone's taste, but I enjoyed the little bit of Norfolk I sampled, and would go back next time I'm in the area. more

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5 of 5 stars
clo110   74 contributions
Boalsburg, PA
Jun 22, 2009

We went to Doumar's based on its generally positive TripAdvisor reviews, and we were not disappointed. I was amazed at the reasonable prices on the menu. We ordered two different types of pork BBQ sandwiches, and they were both fabulous. And the french fries, milkshake, and ice cream cone (especially the cone itself) were also good. The ambiance of the... more

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1 of 5 stars
prometheamoth   8 contributions
suffolk, va
Jun 8, 2009

After hearing people wax poetic during our 7 years living in Hampton Roads, we finally decided to try Doumar's. We were deeply disappointed. The location/atmosphere has potential...I can see the nostalgic angle...BUT the food was just terrible. And we are not gourmands...but have had our fair share of BBQ. Despite the cool drive-up-service, we will not return. BLECH. more

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5 of 5 stars
arount   6 contributions
Panama City, Fl
May 11, 2009

The limeade is great and the burgers are too. We want to go back on our next trip for the BBQ. more

awsome
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5 of 5 stars
localchik82   1 contribution
norfolk
Apr 15, 2009

i go here for mother and doughter time. i'm always working but when i do find time i take my mini-me and we just have fun. very good service and food. love the price. more

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Doumar's Address

1919 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517-2338
Tel: (757) 627-4163
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.