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Most of the areas we visited were well maintained, clean, and attractive. Some run down areas. Crime rate is definitely a concern. Lots of fast food but less good restaurant choices for a quality meal. Harper’s Table was a nice dinner experience. Shopping options are minimal.Not a lot to see or do. People, mostly, seemed friendly. The downtown area is well maintained and could be something really special if the crime rate wasn’t so high and there were more options open and available. We would definitely return for a visit if so. I think Suffolk is missing out on a lot more visitors. So much potential for a quaint, nostalgic, and thriving small town experience.

Across from the Visitor Center and nearby to many fast food restaurants and two grocery stores. Restaurant meal was good, nearby Japanese restaurant also good. Went to see Dismal Swamp, about a half hour. Worth the trip to me.

I loved the old down town buildings of Suffolk and the new shopping strip malls with everything one needs. I came to visit the Great Dismal Swamp which, as a birder, consider it world class. Suffolk could do more to capitalize on its history and excellent naturalists’ opportunities as well as hiking and biking fun. The park is spotless and has bathrooms. We ate in different restaurants, Japanese, Italian (wonderful), Starbucks and Panera all of which we loved.