Zinnia Cafe & Events
Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, VA
Crema's Take
“Nestled inside the Chrysler Museum with both sleek modern design and charming outdoor spaces, Zinnia feels less like a typical museum cafe and more like a destination in its own right—one where the staff's genuine warmth and made-to-order food create an unexpectedly relaxing escape. The carefully curated menu balances approachable coffee drinks and pastries with full breakfast and light fare, making it equally perfect for a quick caffeine fix or a lingering visit with friends. It's the kind of place that pulls people back not just for the excellent beverages, but for the whole unhurried experience.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Loved it. It's just a wonderful cafe in one of the nicest locations in Norfolk. Tha sounds staff is wonderful and helpful, and the beverage and food choices wonderful. The cafe itself has plenty of space and tables, but you can also go outside and sit at a table with a view of…
Visited The Chrysler museum for an exhibit and missed lunch that day but it had smelled so wonderful that I made a point of going back just for the Zinnia Cafe! Cute indoor and outdoor dining areas, great service and believe they said that they change up the menu every couple…
I love that they have updated the restaurant in the Chrysler Museum to Zinnia! It’s convenient, has indoor and outdoor seating and is very modern. I appreciated the clean bathrooms as well! The staff is always nice and it’s a great place to have lunch or just have a coffee. We…
Ambience is wonderful, beautiful and clean and bright. Decor clean lines and artistic. Ambience is a 5. Patrons of the Chrysler Museum of Art seem to be the frequent diners here. Service is nice, friendly, feels exclusive (upscale). Service is a 5. You're greeted as soon as you…
Great restaurant located inside the Chrysler Museum. Not your typical museum restaurant (not cafeteria style at all). Food was delicious and cooked to order. Ambience was relaxing and calming. Menu was very diverse and staff was beyond friendly and helpful. They have some grab…
Crema Reviews
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