Taste of Port City

Taste of Port City is a catering service in Norfolk, VA, specializing in fresh, locally sourced, and housemade meals crafted with care for events of all sizes. The company offers gourmet prepared foods, including small-batch salads, sandwiches, soups, and custom catering menus with gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options, all made daily using minimally processed ingredients. Serving clients across Norfolk and the broader Coastal Virginia region, Taste of Port City is part of a larger network of 10 TASTE locations and a 100% employee-owned enterprise with deep roots in the community. The business holds a 5.00 rating based on 4,700 reviews, reflecting consistent excellence in food quality and guest experience.

Taste of Port City operates as part of a larger legacy that began in 1973 as a specialty food shop in Virginia Beach. The company’s mission centers on cultivating community through the good life, emphasizing relationships with local farmers, artisanal producers, and small businesses. Every menu item is made from scratch using seasonal, high-quality ingredients, with a focus on traditional preparation methods and transparency in sourcing. The business maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and integrity, offering nitrate-free meats and regularly hosting tastings to connect customers with the stories behind their food. The team, led by a leadership group with over a century of combined experience in the specialty food industry, ensures that each dish reflects both craftsmanship and care.

Located on Chesapeake Boulevard in Norfolk, the business sits just a short walk from the Estabrook neighborhood and Fairmount Park, with Lafayette Boulevard and Ballentine Boulevard nearby. It is approximately 0.1 miles from Chesapeake Boulevard and about 0.3 miles from several key local roads and green spaces, placing it in a well-connected residential and commercial corridor.

Taste of Port City stands out for its thorough and consistently accurate online presence, with detailed information across platforms and a website that search engines can easily interpret. This clarity enhances visibility and trust, making it easy for customers to find and engage with the business. The company’s digital footprint reflects its operational excellence and dedication to transparency.

As a cornerstone of Norfolk’s food scene, Taste of Port City brings the values of community, craftsmanship, and quality to every meal, reinforcing the city’s reputation for exceptional local dining.

Services:

• Cafe Menu
• Catering
• Community Events
• Easter Meal Catering
• Meal Service
• Private Events
• Retail Market