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Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
A Traditional Steak and Chophouse restaurant had long been absent in Norfolk. With its opening in 2006, the Byrd & Baldwin Bros Steakhouse filled that void. Housed in the Circa 1906 building of the same name, the Byrd & Baldwin Bros Steakhouse was conceived and executed with a no-compromise philosophy, rewarding guests with a memorable dining experience.
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50 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 50 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(39)
- romantic(27)
- notable wine list(22)
- fit for foodies(20)
- neighborhood gem(13)
- good for groups(6)
Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse Reviews List
Review 1 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Couldn't have been better.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was just delicious and service outstanding."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but not as expected!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were seated promptly. It was Mother's Day and I felt there should have been flowers on the tables instead of bare. There were also no specials on the menu. They could have offered mom a complimentary desert or at least a rose! This is how good management stands out! Service was polite but slow as they seemed a bit overwhelmed or understaffed. My filet was good but my husband's strip was under-cooked a bit and not as he expected. The sides (not included) were generous and the mashed potatoes were great and broccoli cooked as we requested. Although a bit pricey, It was a nice experience. I just feel they could have added a special touch to this special occasion! I may try it again at another time as perhaps they were a little busy."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 3 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never Disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our dinner for 5 was, as always, delightful with the food being exceptional and the quiet dinning room allowed us to conduct a casual business dinner. Service was spot on with just enough attention to assure we had all we needed. Always a safe bet to recommend Byrd and Baldwin and even better to go there yourself."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Customer for Life
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit and based on the experience my wife and I are customers for life. Everything was cooked perfectly to order and we could not have been happier with the service and staff throughout the whole visit."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very impressed with the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very impressed with the service and food. Great Filet Mignon."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Waiter With Nose in the Air
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The only negative comment: The waiter was competent and mostly attentive. But he exuded an attitude of...nothing. No friendliness, no energy, no...nothing. It was almost as if he disdained the need to serve us. Maybe we were too easy to get along with and didn't project as someone he needed to care about. Still, dinner conversation relating to how the waiter has his noise in the air isn't some for the restaurant to rave about. Would we come back? Maybe, knowing that other waiters we saw that were all the things ours wasn't."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely hidden gem in the heart
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely hidden gem in the heart of Norfolk ."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I found this place while in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I found this place while in town for a few days, A place to take the wife for a night out. What a total success. After arriving to find out my reservation did not come thru, the hostess was quick to find us a table. Once sat, we where in for a meal to savor! The service was outstanding, the food was out of this world. Well worth the price!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bru & Lou - Special Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waiter/ Tony was absolutely the Best of the Best! His recommedations were spot on and made this dining experience Very Special. Thank you Tony!!! We arrived early and the Hostess graciously greated and seated us. Tony made us feel at home and make several recommendations as to what to order. We ordered Oyster Rockerfella and a Chef Special Oyster offerring - Both were Mouth watering and simply Perfecto; Then the Spinach Salad - Over the top and palet pleasing; Main Meal - Crab & Mac, Steamed Brocolli & Porterhouse Steak:Crab & Mac - vert tasty, Brocolli prepared perfectly, and The Porterhouse steak. It was the downside of the experience - flavorless and tough. What was expected to be a House Specialty was very disappointing."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were outstanding . Crab cakes and steak were excellent"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 11 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth the money or time!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Byrd and Baldwin presented fair portions and well prepared food for an over-inflated price. The service was deplorable and unless you are one of the local notables, you might as well go to Ruth's Chris or Schlesinger's in Newport News where the service matches the price one pays for a steak. Our waiter had little sense of humour, was at times rude and only warmed up towards the end after presenting a "aren't you lucky to be eating here attitude." By the way, he is preparing for his Level 3 Sommelier distinction, which is impressive in its own right, but he failed to offer suggestions for pairings with the meal. The girl working the bar provided slow and obligatory service."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2005
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Review 12 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best food in Norfolk area,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best food in Norfolk area, service is always top notch, you pay more here than most but you get what you pay for."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine dining! This place exceeded
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fine dining! This place exceeded my expectations 100%. Wonderful and cozy atmosphere to spark any flame."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Caesar salad. Succulent,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent Caesar salad. Succulent, tender beef.
Service was a bit lackadaisical for a Monday evening.
Overall, a very good dinner."
Service was a bit lackadaisical for a Monday evening.
Overall, a very good dinner."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The atmosphere was perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The atmosphere was perfect for a special celebrationand the foor was excellent. The spinach salad was indeed something to die for. The server was indees helpful and the amount of food on the plate was unbelievable."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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Review 16 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for special occasions.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We could not have been more pleased with our experience with Bryd and Baldwin Bros. The food tasted spectacular and was well presented. The asmosphere was quiet and the decorum was tastful and classy. The prices are on par with a place like Ruth's Chris but in my opinion the service and the food was more satisfying. I have already reccomended Byrd and Baldwin Bros. to many of my friends and coworkers."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal, great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great meal, great service, very enjoyable."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My girlfriend and I were in town for two days and had dinner at B&B on a Tuesday evening. It was an excellent experience - great food and outstanding service. We had the filet and ribeye; both perfectly cooked. The crab mac & cheese is a must."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was great, the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was great, the service was great. It was a little pricy."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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Review 20 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I must say I expected a lot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I must say I expected a lot more in the way of taste based on the cost. Somewhat overpriced for what you get. Also, the decor is pretty dated and an update could do wonders for the ambiance.Server was pretty dull and not very present"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
outstanding top to bottom.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"outstanding top to bottom. service was fantastic, as was the food."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a very nice dining experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a very nice dining experience. All dishes were very well prepared. My filet was cooked perfectly."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 23 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was our second visit
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our second visit to Byrd and Baldwin Bros. We went for an early valentine's dinner. Overall our experience was just "ok". The steaks were excellent - both cooked perfectly - but the mashed potatoes were gummy and tasted like they had been sitting under a heating lamp for a while. Spinach salad was way overdressed and soggy. Service was fair given that it was not that crowded. For the price of the food I expect alot better."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Had a bad experience with
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a bad experience with ordering. What was written on the menu was not what came out to eat and when questioning it the waiter acted like I had read it all wrong."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely a wonderful dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Absolutely a wonderful dining experience. A bit pricy but WELL worth it. I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a nice quiet dining experience with their spouse for a special occasion."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, good but weird service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"For the price, food was fantastic!
Filet and rib-eye ran about $40 each respectively. Sides are large, suggest ordering 1 to split between 2 people. Appetizers are fantastic as well.
Filet and rib-eye ran about $40 each respectively. Sides are large, suggest ordering 1 to split between 2 people. Appetizers are fantastic as well.
One weird quirk, waiter and bus boy never introduced themselves. Manager came to check on us, never introduced himself or offered any assistance either, just asked how dinner was and left. They were all very pleasant, albeit brief.
Wine list is huge, they also have a decent scotch list as well."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The porterhouse steak was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The porterhouse steak was spectacular, but the lobster was very average. Service was exceptional. I would stay with the steaks and stay away from the seafood. The wine selection was outstanding."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
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Review 28 for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great experience! I had my rehearsal dinner here, and I came back for a regular dinner. The food is immaculate and the steaks are the best I've ever had. This place is managed by true professionals, and I'll sorely miss this restaurant when I move."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Byrd and Baldwin Bros. Steakhouse
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate