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The district isn’t just for amazing murals and immersive art installations. Check out the slew of delicious restaurants, unique entertainment venues, and other amazing businesses that make the NEON what it is.
Gilbert Eyecare
For over 45 years, Gilbert Eyecare has been providing locals the best in unusual and unique eyewear. Their experienced team not only performs eye exams, they also help you find the perfect designer glasses and sunglasses to complement your personal image.
View PostGlass Wheel Arts Center
Currently used to house Tidewater Community College’s visual arts program while the new downtown facility is constructed, Glass Wheel is a fully renovated 8,500 square foot contemporary art facility. Closed to the public for the 2022-2023 school year.
View PostGolden Fortune Restaurant
A NEON staple, Golden Fortune Restaurant has been fulfilling the neighborhood’s Chinese food craving with fresh and healthy dishes since 1987.
View PostGray Building
The Gray Building is instantly recognizable by the bright fish that decorate the building in artist Troy Summerell of OnieTonie’s trademark style, although the building’s bones hold a historic Auto Row warehouse.
View PostHarrison Opera House
Once a World War II USO theater, this historic venue was lavishly renovated in 1993 with 1,632 seats, a three-story grand lobby, cantilevered balcony and superior acoustics and is now home to Virginia Opera.
View PostHope House Foundation
For more than 50 years, the Hope House Foundation has provided support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities exclusively in their own homes or apartments. Hope House believes that neighborhoods and communities are enriched when everyone in them participates to the fullest extent possible and that includes people with disabilities.
View PostHummingbird Dessert Boutique
Celebrate the sweet life with a box of Hummingbird’s famous macarons! Featuring seasonal and classic flavors and hosting epic dessert parties, Hummingbird’s delectable treats are sure to fill your sweet tooth.
View PostHurrah Players’ Hugh R. Copeland Center
The Hugh R. Copeland Center is a second home for Virginia’s leading family theatre company – The Hurrah Players. The Copeland Center also houses The Perry Family Theatre.
View PostIstanbul Gyro and Kebab
A small family-owned, neighborhood nook offering traditional Mediterranean bites, Turkish coffee, dessert and one of the best gyros in town, Istanbul is perfect for lunch or an early dinner.
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