Norfolk, VA local news

Mabuhay Filipino & Soul Kitchen receives Virginia ABC license for Norfolk address

Norfolk Money Moves 10 months from Hampton opening to Norfolk license

Mabuhay Filipino & Soul Kitchen, a Hampton restaurant that opened in January, received a Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority license for 227 W York St in Norfolk on November 9. The license is a restaurant license, which allows the sale of alcohol with food.

Why it matters: A Virginia ABC license at a Norfolk address may signal a second location for Mabuhay, but the record does not confirm an opening.

Victoria Food Restaurant LLC gets Norfolk restaurant liquor license

Norfolk Rule Changes Ongoing licensing record

Victoria Food Restaurant LLC received a restaurant liquor license from the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority on October 1, 2026, for 4640 E Princess Anne Rd in Norfolk. A public notice published October 19 says the company applied for a restaurant license to sell wine, beer and mixed drinks for on- and off-premises consumption at the same address.

Why it matters: A restaurant liquor license has been granted in Norfolk, but the record doesn't show whether Victoria Food Restaurant is operating.

Cask & Compass Advisory gets Virginia liquor license in Norfolk

Norfolk Money Moves Initial license filing (September 2026)

A new wine distribution firm, Cask & Compass Advisory, obtained a Virginia liquor license on September 28. The permit is registered at 440 Monticello Avenue in Norfolk.

Why it matters: If Cask & Compass launches, Virginia wineries gain a new in-state sales channel. The license alone proves nothing.

Norfolk airport receives federal grant for cargo taxiway, access road rebuild

Norfolk Built World Ongoing Modernization (2025–2029)

Norfolk International Airport is in the middle of its biggest renovation since the main terminal went up in 1974. A new $7.9 million federal grant funds the final construction phase: a 1,400-foot taxiway to a new cargo area, plus rebuilding 3,500 feet of the terminal entrance road.

Why it matters: The taxiway clears the way for freight operators to use the airport's new cargo area, letting ORF grow cargo traffic alongside record passenger volume.

Virginia ABC issues restaurant license to Magnolia & Marlin in Norfolk

Norfolk Built World Ongoing licensing process

Virginia's Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) issued a restaurant license to Magnolia & Marlin, a planned wine bar at 4201 Pleasant Ave. in Norfolk, on Sept. 10, 2026. The license permits alcohol sales but does not mean the restaurant is open or fully approved.

Why it matters: The license was granted for the wine bar.

Trend Nail Bar receives Virginia alcohol license for Norfolk day spa

Norfolk New Capabilities Ongoing licensing process

Trend Nail Bar, the salon planned for 1517 Colley Ave in Norfolk, received its Virginia ABC Day Spa license on September 8. The permit allows beer and wine service alongside nail, lash, and spa treatments.

Why it matters: If Trend Nail Bar opens, Norfolk's Ghent neighborhood gets a nail salon that can serve wine and beer with services.

Shake Shack receives ABC license for first Norfolk location

Norfolk Built World First location opening and licensing

Shake Shack now holds the Virginia ABC license for its first Norfolk restaurant at 1400 Monticello Ave. The license was issued September 1, three months after the fast-casual chain opened its doors.

Why it matters: Norfolk diners gain a national burger chain downtown; the ABC license confirms it can serve alcohol.

Sabor Caribeno restaurant gets Virginia ABC license in Norfolk's Ocean View

Norfolk Built World Pre-opening phase, in progress

Sabor Caribeno, a Caribbean restaurant at 943 E Ocean View Ave in Norfolk's Ocean View neighborhood, received a restaurant license from Virginia's Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) on August 31. The license lets the business serve beer, wine, and spirits alongside food.

Why it matters: A new sit-down Caribbean restaurant with full bar service is coming to Norfolk's Ocean View strip, adding dining and drink options for residents.