Cafe Stella

I had a gift card to this place, and I'm glad I did! I had a latte with whole milk and the breakfast sandwich. The staff was nice and helpful. They make their own vanilla and grind their own coffee! I really enjoyed this place! The ambiance was amazing, quiet, and sunny. I will definitely return whenever I'm in Norfolk or may take an early morning trip here to enjoy the ambiance.

The cafe is super cute! Decor is nice and the staff is pleasant.. I ordered pączki for pickup and I couldn’t be more disappointed! First they were definitely not made the day of pick up , you can taste them already hardening and drying out but the taste of oil was still present .. the sizes were all over the place and rather small , there was barely any filling in them too .. especially for the price not worth it.. got an ice tea to go it was very tasty as well .

Went in today for the first time and asked the cashier to ring me up for a drink and a meal of her choosing. SHE DID NOT DISAPPOINT! She gave me a macadamia cookie tasting iced coffee and a plate with rice, eggs and longaniza and o.m.g.! It was so good! I will definitely be returning and telling people about it! Can’t wait to try more menu items. Thank you!

The perfect place to go if you like to take your coffee later in the day. I've never had a cappuccino here that I didn't like. Their pastries are a must try!

Cafe Stella is one of those places that just feels like a hug in café form. The vibe is super cozy, with warm lighting and this laid-back, rustic charm that makes you want to stay all day. I tried their avocado toast (because how could I not?), and it was honestly one of the best I’ve had—so fresh and perfectly seasoned. And don’t even get me started on their lattes; the barista knows what’s up! The staff is super friendly without being overbearing, which I really appreciate. It’s the kind of spot you’ll want to bring a friend to or just chill solo with a book. Definitely a new favorite!

There is much to say about Cafe Stella. What I will say is it seems to be Norfolk's bohemia. I mean this in the sense that the food is cheap, open 'til late, the table spaces are aplenty, the motif is eclectic, and the drinks range from good java to strong cocktails. One will notice the strange array of persons here. By all means, I do not mean this in a negative sense, but rather the clientele is not entirely uninteresting. College students and locals of Ghent flock here as well, for it is a fine place to get some work done or strike up a conversation. The music doesn't run too loud and generally isn't of a raucous genre. In fact, they occasionally host jazz nights and other types of shows. Service operates behind the counter predominantly, which is fine for someone looking to be left alone, including yours truly. Overall, enjoy it. It's not fine dining, nor is it a shortfall in palatability; it's Cafe Stella: satiating the starving artist and fulfilling a void for those looking to save a buck.

Very nice and quirky cafe. I enjoyed an iced mocha and also tried the breakfast skillet. Overall really good, but would have preferred more seasoning & some more bacon in my skillet. Atmosphere was great! Enjoyed the live piano during my meal.

If you're looking for somewhere to sit down and have a long chat with a friend or want to get out of the house to do some work on your computer, this is the place to go. They have a ton of seating and an antique vibe, with large windows so you can get some sunlight while you enjoy your drink. On the weekends, they often have a pianist play live music, which makes the atmosphere even more relaxing. Although their coffee is decent, I like to order a pot of tea because I can get several pots to share with a friend without breaking the bank. Honestly, I've gotten food here several times and haven't been very impressed, but maybe I've been ordering the wrong items. Overall though, I always have a good experience with Cafe Stella.