Victor GNewman
I had a fantastic experience at Jesse’s Place! Sam took such great care of me—attentive, friendly, and made me feel right at home. The eggs Benedict were absolutely outstanding—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I also tried the chicken club sandwich, and it was delicious—fresh ingredients and packed with taste. The service was excellent, the atmosphere cozy, and the food truly wonderful. I’ll definitely be coming back!
… moreAlasia Dixon
The meatloaf tasted like it definitely was not cooked fresh. It had that reheated, been-sitting-around flavor, and the texture was dry in some spots but soggy where the gravy soaked in. Not terrible, but not good either.
The mashed potatoes were completely bland. They look like they had pepper in them, but there was basically no seasoning at all. Just plain, flavorless potatoes.
The gravy was another letdown — super watery, no thickness, no richness. It didn’t add flavor, just made everything wet.
They give you the option of soup or salad, so I chose the soup… and honestly, I don’t even know what kind of soup this was. It was thick as hell, heavy, and not explained at all. No label, no description — just vibes .
Overall, the meal was uninspired, bland, and felt rushed. If you’re looking for comfort food, this missed the mark.
… moreArielle M. (Mermaid)
Great breakfast spot! First time going today. Sweet tea was amazing southern style fresh brewed tea, perfectly sweetened! Over medium eggs were top notch too! Nice lowkey place with fast service. Will definitely come back
… moreShatwana Traynor
If you’re ever in this area…please go visit Jesse’s Place!! When I tell you the food is TOP TIER the BEST!!! When you arrive you’re greeted and then told to sit where you want. Our waiter was Nicole aka Auntie Cole. When I say she took care of us she did just that! We didn’t have to ask for refills on our drinks. The food was given to us in a timely manner joy and fresh just like when your grandmother would make it on a Saturday morning! Everyone was so nice even the people that weee already seated. It’s a must to try there pancakes..soft and fluffy with that hint buttery taste. The turkey bacon was the BEST all the way down to the eggs. When you go ask for Auntie Nicole and you won’t be disappointed!! Bye Now!!!
… moreJohn Mizal
Jesse’s Place
2314 Ingleside Rd, Norfolk, VA 23513
A Perfect Double Cheeseburger!
The Jesse’s Burger is your American Double Cheeseburger classic, but served perfectly! Not too salty and not bland at all.
The double melted cheese blended well with the tender meat patties which were never frozen.
There was a right amount of salt and a Thousand Island Dressing which gave the all American classic a certain zest.
Of course, I added some sweetness to this entrée with ketchup, but honestly, it did not need it. The onions were crispy, the lettuce tasted fresh, and the tomato was perfectly sliced and juicy while the bread was also soft and chewable.
The fries were also very impressive because they were precisely sliced from an actual potato with some of the skin left on. It was easy to bite into and were very savory with that real potato flavor.
I ended the meal with A La Mode which was an apple pie served with vanilla ice cream. Delicious!
Jesse’s Place is definitely my kind of place!
… moreKaitlynn Singer
The best variety of Benedicts I have ever seen. My husband and I love this place. We accidentally found it a couple of years ago and like to go when we are back in the area. Highly recommend for breakfast. The servers are a big family which is always cute to see. Authentic Diner vibes for sure!
… moreLena Antiskay
Quaint quiet little place that’s deceiving much bigger on the inside. Plenty of yumminess on the menu. Waitstaff is attentive and very accommodating. Did not take long to be served after ordering. My honey loved the Catfish, decent serving and the breading doesn’t drown the fish. They have a breakfast buffet but we ordered from the menu. There are lots of tables open, that surprises me a lot.
… morePaul (HAZARD)
The delicious aroma filled the air, promising a delightful experience. Soft lighting and comfortable seating created a warm and inviting ambiance. Laughter and conversation flowed easily between friends and family. Every detail contributed to a truly memorable evening. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy good company.
… moreBetty Poggioli
Don’t recommend ever eating there. Place is a joke. They say they have a buffet but no food on the buffet. Got to make your own waffle cut your own ham that was cold with a dull knife. Brought 3 three scrambled eggs out for a buffet 1 sausage biscuits was dry and hard. We got up and left. Had a young girl waiting tables filling drinks child labor laws.
… moreThomas Coursey
Don’t let the location and outside put you off. Great little jewel of a place. Lots on the menu. The only negative was no salt in the grits. As you know that is grounds for capital punishment. The reason I put a picture of the ketchup bottle was because our server opened the top. She didn’t have to. I’m capable. But it was a nice touch. Staff outstanding.
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