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Food with story, pride, and flavor.

Our menu is built around Southern heart and coastal freshness—charred, seared, braised, and bright, with seasonal ingredients leading the way. Each dish is crafted to feel familiar yet elevated, honoring traditions while leaving room for creativity on the plate.

The Menu



Monthly Feature (June)




Honey Thyme Lamb Chops
Tender lamb chops finished with a honey thyme glaze and seasonal accompaniments



Small Plates




Collard Green & Artichoke Dip
Slow-simmered collards folded with artichoke and cream, served warm with toasted crostini


King Crab Stuffed Eggs
Deviled eggs filled with king crab, finished with caviar


Tarragon & Chive Deviled Eggs
Tarragon & Chive Deviled Eggs


Crab Cake Croquettes
Golden, crisp croquettes with a delicate crab filling


Crispy Southern Wings
Bourbon Bay | Meyer Lemon Pepper | Southern Sweet BBQ


Sweet Tea Sticky Ribs
Slow-cooked ribs glazed in sweet tea reduction, served with Fuji apple slaw


Fried Green Tomatoes
Crisp green tomatoes with a house-made chutney


Prawns & Cornbread
Sautéed prawns served alongside warm, buttery cornbread



Soups & Salads




Soup of the Day


Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup
Slow-roasted tomatoes with fresh basil


Magnolia House Salad
Seasonal greens with a light house vinaigrette


Grilled Caesar Salad
Charred romaine, parmesan, and champagne Caesar dressing



Entrées




Fried Catfish
Crisp, golden catfish served with corn purée, field peas, and shallots


Wood-Fired Ribeye
Bone-in ribeye finished with smoked rosemary butter and crispy shallots


Cedar-Planked Salmon
Scottish salmon with citrus beurre blanc


Smothered Chicken Confit
Slow-cooked chicken with field peas and crispy okra


The Magnolia
A signature trio of chicken, lobster, and crab served over collard green risotto


Blackened Chicken Pasta
Seared chicken over pasta in a lightly spiced cream sauce



From the Garden




Seasonal Vegetable Rice
A warm, hearty blend of vegetables and rice with coastal herbs. Our take on a classic étouffée.


Vegan Vegetable Stew
A rich, slow-simmered vegetable dish with layered flavor. Our take on a classic jambalaya.


Roasted Cauliflower Steak
Caramelized cauliflower served with seasonal vegetables and a bright herb finish



Handhelds




Southern Smoke Burger
House-crafted burger with smoky, savory toppings


Avocado Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken with avocado and fresh accompaniments


Loaded Lobster Grilled Cheese
Buttery toasted bread with lobster, melted cheese, and citrus aioli


East Beach Fish Sandwich
Fresh fish, lightly fried or grilled, with house toppings


Catfish Po’ Boy
Crispy catfish with classic Southern-style accompaniments



Sides




Truffle Mashed Potatoes


White Cheddar Mac & Cheese


Smoked Turkey Collard Greens


Roasted Brussels Sprouts


Roasted Asparagus


Charred Broccolini


Smoked Maple Yams


Manchego Truffle Fries



Desserts




Banana Pudding Parfait
Layered banana pudding with whipped cream and crumble


Caramel Cheesecake
Shortbread crust with rich caramel finish


Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding
Warm, spiced peaches folded into soft bread pudding


Lemon Fried Pound Cake
Golden fried pound cake with blueberry compote


Triple Chocolate Brownie à la Mode
Warm brownie served with ice cream

How We Cook

Intentional from first bite to last.

We start with ingredients that speak for themselves: coastal seafood, local produce when possible, and soulful staples that feel like home. From there, we layer flavor - smokes, citrus, herbs, and spice, all to create dishes that are comforting, thoughtful, and distinctly Magnolia & Marlin.

We aim for plates that make you feel something: a memory, a moment, a “you have to try this” shared across the table.

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757.275.0462

4201 Pleasant Ave.

Norfolk, VA 23518

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