New Burger Restaurant to Open at Norfolk's Railyard

Nelly's Brine and Grine to take over former Sanctuary at The Railyard space

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A new burger restaurant called Nelly's Brine and Grine is set to open in the Railyard at Lambert's Point in Norfolk, Virginia, taking over the space previously occupied by Sanctuary at The Railyard. The new restaurant will offer a simple menu focused on burgers and fries, and the owners are also renovating another building on the property to turn it into a bar. A stage will be added to the nearby grassy area with the goal of creating a family-friendly environment.

Why it matters

The opening of Nelly's Brine and Grine comes as existing businesses in the Railyard at Lambert's Point continue to adapt and find ways to succeed, despite the highly anticipated Lidl grocery store abandoning its Norfolk plans. This new restaurant and bar development aims to breathe new life into the area and attract more visitors.

The details

Nelly's Brine and Grine will be opened by the owners of The Fishin' Pig and Fr8 House Coffee. In addition to the new burger restaurant, they are also renovating another building on the Railyard property to turn it into a bar. A stage will be added to the nearby grassy area, with the goal of creating a family-friendly environment.

  • Nelly's Brine and Grine and the new bar are expected to be renovated and open by June 2026.

The players

Nelly's Brine and Grine

A new burger restaurant opening in the Railyard at Lambert's Point in Norfolk, Virginia.

The Fishin' Pig

A restaurant owned by the same owners as Nelly's Brine and Grine.

Fr8 House Coffee

A coffee shop owned by the same owners as Nelly's Brine and Grine.

Sanctuary at The Railyard

The previous business that occupied the space now being taken over by Nelly's Brine and Grine.

Afterglow Brewing

A brewery located next to the space where Nelly's Brine and Grine will open.

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What’s next

The owners hope to have both the new burger restaurant and bar renovated and open by June 2026.

The takeaway

The opening of Nelly's Brine and Grine and the accompanying bar development represents an effort to revitalize the Railyard at Lambert's Point area of Norfolk, which has faced challenges with the departure of the anticipated Lidl grocery store. This new family-friendly dining and entertainment option aims to attract more visitors and build on the success of existing businesses in the area.