City of Norfolk Economic Development

Panda Express is cooking up success in Norfolk! This week, we celebrated the grand opening of Panda Restaurant Group’s newest Hampton Roads location at 1166 N Military Highway. Stop by to grab your favorite dish and help us give them a warm community welcome. City of Norfolk, VA | Justin Saunders #PandaExpress #BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment

We are so excited to see this initiative come to life and hope you'll be there to help us celebrate! The Mobile Health Lab is a game-changer for hands-on healthcare training in Norfolk. Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 14 and be sure to RSVP to TCCEFEvents@tcc.edu. Special thanks to the community partners who made this possible: Tidewater Community College, City of Norfolk, VA, and Norfolk Public Library. #FuelingNorfolk #workforcedevelopment

Happy National Intern Day 🎉 Through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program, Norfolk Economic Development has had the privilege of hosting Luke Busby for a Summer internship. SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with civilian work experience during their final 180 days of active duty. It allows businesses and organizations to access highly skilled, mission-driven talent at no cost to the employer. Luke’s background as a Marine Corps Communications Officer has made him an incredible asset to our team. Working closely with our Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) team, Luke shares that his "SkillBridge experience with the City’s Economic Development team has been incredibly valuable. I’ve been able to grow my knowledge of local government and business development, contribute to a great team, and ease my transition into the civilian workforce.” For more information about SkillBridge, visit: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.la/Q03xWVsG0

For today's #FridayFeature we're spotlighting a Colliers property located at 3517 Argonne Ave. This ±13,000 square foot office and warehouse space is zoned for light industrial (I-L). Situated on a ±2.75-acre site with fenced yard space available, the property offers room for operations and storage. Key features include 3-phase power (600 & 400 amps), gas heat in the warehouse, two 10’x10’ loading doors, and a 13’9” ceiling height — ideal for businesses seeking light industrial space. For more information: Ricky Anderson — ricky.anderson@colliers.com

For more than 50 years, Tony's Diner was a beloved fixture along Tidewater Drive, serving up classic comfort food until it closed in 2022. Chances are, you or someone you know has a cherished memory in that silver staple. Now, three first-generation Yemeni-American brothers from New York have revitalized the Norfolk favorite as "Tony's Deli." The menu features eclectic dishes full of heart and story -- there's something for everyone. Although things have changed, the past set the table for the future: Tony's still bears its trademark first name thus preserving decades of nostalgia. "This location at 3200 Tidewater Drive represents more than just a business - it's a symbol of our devotion to community, culture, and contribution. We see this as a meaningful opportunity to showcase the positive impact of Yemini-American entrepreneurship, while serving the people of Norfolk with the same heart and flavor that defined our roots in Brooklyn." - Mohammed Alsaidi Please join us, the City of Norfolk, VA, Councilwoman Mamie B. Johnson, and Councilman Carlos J. Clanton in celebrating the grand opening of Tony's Deli! #FuelingNorfolk

New space, new city, same mission: advancing transportation solutions in communities. We're excited to welcome premier traffic engineering and planning firm GOROVE SLADE to Main Street Tower in downtown Norfolk! For nearly 50 years, Gorove Slade has contributed to numerous public and private sector land-use projects and transformed the way people and businesses move. Now, they've decided to #ChooseNorfolk and bring their talents to Hampton Roads. The expansion is a vote of confidence in our region's limitless potential for economic development and will lead to innovative, community-minded infrastructure solutions that fuel our future, and keep Norfolk on the map for years to come. Interested in Class A office space? Contact Paul Bayer (paul.bayer@norfolk.gov) with the City of Norfolk Department of Economic Development Real Estate team for more information. #FuelingNorfolk

Congratulations to Brooks Brothers 🎉We are so excited to have you here in Norfolk!

Welcome to Norfolk Brooks Brothers! I was excited to join the Brooks Brothers team today to be part of their grand opening at the Norfolk Premium Outlets. “Since 1818, Brooks Brothers has upheld traditions and craftsmanship that have defined over 200 years of American style” — even dressing 39 presidents! Very cool indeed! Thank you to the Brooks Brothers Norfolk team, Hampton Roads Chamber , Justin Saunders , Diane Raihle , Hannah Martin , and City of Norfolk Economic Development! City of Norfolk, VA

Cheers to Afterglow Brewing for two years of craft, community, and unforgettable pours. To celebrate, Afterglow Brewing threw a two-year anniversary party this past Saturday, July 12th from 12 PM to 10 PM. Guests enjoyed live performances from Amy Kalis and Poptopic, along with delicious eats from Mockingbird Pasta Bar and Big Belly Food Truck (Island Style BBQ). Complete with music, food, and exclusive beer releases, this celebration was the perfect way to raise a glass to local flavor and community spirit 🍻

For today's #FridayFeature we're spotlighting a Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer property located at 2501 Almeda Avenue. This ±23,700 square foot (SF) standalone building offers a highly functional industrial space on ±2.06 acres — ideal for distribution, light manufacturing, or warehousing. With 3,965 SF of office space and a fully conditioned ±19,735 SF warehouse, this site is built to support a wide range of operational needs. 🔹 Zoning: BC-O (Business & Commerce – Office) 🔹 Site: ±2.06 acres 🔹 Lease Rate: $10.95 per SF, NNN For more information: Brett Sain — brett.sain@thalhimer.com Geoff Poston — geoff.poston@thalhimer.com