Mea Culpa Cafe - Coffee shop in Norfolk - 2410 Colonial Ave, USA

They have good coffee, good tea, and good waffle based foods (I had one with goat cheese, herbs, pistachios, and honey that was really good). The coolest thing, however, is the overall vibe. They are in an old house, have a little used bookstore incorporated into an old staircase, and a community refrigerator out front that has food for anyone who needs it. I think that is a great idea worth donating to.

This place is cozy and cute. I ordered the iced pineapple latte which was good but kind of difficult to drink as the pineapple settled at the bottom. The lemon curd waffle was great, simple yet decadent. My friend ordered a waffle sandwich which had grilled zucchini, and eggs, we really liked it but I can’t remember the name. Menu options are pretty limited which was really my only gripe. Otherwise it was well worth the visit!

This little cafe has created a sense of the slower pace of a small town. You feel yourself exhale deeply, settling into your seat on the porch, exulting in the breeze and the greenery caressing the railing. Downtown seems a world away. We found the setting to be beautifully clean. The indoor space is bright, fresh, impeccably clean, nicely decorated in an opened, uncluttered way. The tile wall is the star of the show. Expect to wait a bit for your food. It’s made to order and worth it. Order some coffee and enjoy your moments. My guests were thrilled with their waffles. Not a crumb was left of neither the goat cheese nor the lemon curd. I tested the highly recommended kale and chickpea salad. The kale was ultra fresh and not too bitter. This savory combination of ingredients and blend of textures is definitely one to try. I’ll definitely return.

This cafe is INCREDIBLE! The lime and pepitas latte was the best I’ve ever had. It was not overly sweet and had a great depth of flavor. The lemon curd waffle was also wonderful and not overly sweet. The place extrudes a very warm and inviting vibe. The patio and courtyard are great places to have a conversation. It’s a little louder inside. My friend was blown away by the oatmeal. The best savory oatmeal she’s ever had. She could describe it as, “That oatmeal… gosh”. The food and drinks can take a while to come out but the wait is definitely worth it. This place is a must try.

Love their breakfast waffle, their corn pancakes, and their kale and chickpea salad. I also love their strawberry latte with almond milk. As a vegetarian, I would very much recommend this cafe, especially if you're looking for a bright, welcoming place to work alone or with friends.

Had no idea what to expect when I walked in. Had my mind absolutely blown! Had possibly the best London fog I have ever had (and I have had a lot of London fogs), followed by a delicious breakfast. We had the corn pancakes and goat cheese waffle, both with egg. Both were filling, each bite was a perfect combination of sweet and salty. It was quite a memorable meal, left me feeling satisfied, happy and full. Highly recommend and cannot wait to go back.

This cafe is next level. You will not be disappointed. Coming from a harsh critic- The coffee is some of the absolute best I have had. We tried the coconut lime latte and coriander caramel- both SO good. Not too sweet and a great coffee taste that was perfectly balanced. We also got a liege waffle with chocolate maple sauce. My mom was born in Brussels, Belgium and I grew up having homemade liege waffles and I have to say these tasted incredibly authentic and SO fresh. I also REALLY appreciate that everything was served on real ceramic dishes and silverware not wasteful plastic or paper. The staff was very kind and the atmosphere made you want to stay for a while. I felt like I was in another country on a lavish vacation. Such a wonderful experience. Will definitely be back.

Great place! Not a big menu, which I actually prefer cause it's usually better. But most were vegetarian or vegan, which I really enjoy! It was also super good! And the staff is really nice, I'll definitely go back! Oh and on a side note, they have books!!!! I always love a coffee place with books!!!! I'll add 2 more stars for that if I could.