Love this spot!! Cocktails are delicious and super reasonably priced. We loved the food as well. We…read morewere looking for somewhere with cocktails and shareables go split between 3 people before a concert, came upon this and will now be repeat customers! Easy to get a table on a rainy Saturday night. Our favorite by far was the lettuce cups, they were perfection. Flavors so perfectly lined up. Wings were good, but be warned they seem slightly breaded. I wish the fries were shoe string fries, wouldn't order them again but maybe I would just for the the garlic aoli.. it was phenomenal. Carrots were delicious! Super unique to see on a menu Parking lot in the back and also a few side street spots

The Degenerate is a cool, industrially designed space featuring great bites and drinks. What I love…read moremost is that the menu puts a unique spin on a lot of traditional, classic items. If you are looking for recommendations, I highly suggest trying: The Meatballs: A fantastic twist on a classic, served in a delicious lemon dill sauce instead of a typical marinara. The Sliders: Perfect pulled pork paired with fried green tomatoes and a tangy horseradish sauce. They also feature a highly creative and unique cocktail menu. Two of my personal standouts are the Beetle Juice, which incorporates fresh beet juice, and The Fishbone, which brilliantly highlights their house-made aquavit. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a great atmosphere and an inventive menu!

Real talk, the best espresso martini I've ever had. Giddy Goat I think it was called here…read more.. Solid selection of spirits and beers/cider. I like that they had Magner's on draft, and of course no Irish pub is complete without a Guinness. Good selection of food, but we went with a bunch of starters- sliders, chips, sausage roll, and fried pickle okra. Okra was a favorite. The slider was delicious!! Chips were good, though they were thick-cut potatoes like wedges, so I wish they could've been a bit crispier. I wasn't a fan of the sausage roll, but my friend liked it. Great service, we were checked on frequently. It's a loud spot in the later hours, but that martini was so good I made my friend go back the next night to get another.

The restaurant looked like an Irish pub inside and had live Irish pub music. We sat at a booth, but…read morethe bar top looked fun. We ordered the Honey Badger cocktail, sausage rolls, shepherd's pie, and purple potato gnocchi. The honey badger cocktail was pretty sweet, and although I usually like sweet drinks, this one wasn't well balanced. My favorites were the sausage rolls and shepherd's pie! Perfect savory flavors. The Shepherd's pie had the perfect ratios of ingredients and a nice jus which didn't make the whole dish soggy. The sausage rolls were soft and flavorful with a perfect flaky/buttery roll which was great with the stone ground mustard. The side salad which came with the shepherd's pie was not my favorite. The gnocchi was okay. It was a bit too sweet and overwhelmed by the bell pepper flavor. I wouldn't order it again. The baguette and butter with it was very good as well as the presentation though.

Went to Catalina with friends for a birthday brunch. The space is super cute, perfect for a Sunday…read moreFunday brunch. We started with the Crispy Brussel Sprouts - DELICIOUS. So good, in fact, that one of my friends got them as the side with her meal because she couldn't get enough of them haha. The birthday girl and I did the Mimosa Bottle Service, which comes with the choice of 3 juice flavors. We picked passion fruit puree, house strawberry and house lavender. Lavender was hands down our favorite! We also decided to split the Chicken & Waffles and Maine-Style Lobster & Shrimp Roll with fries. Our waiter told us that he could tell the kitchen and they'd pre-split the dishes for us, so that was fantastic and made things simpler for us! There were two small cons for me; the first was that my silverware had a little dried food on it, so I asked for plasticware. And the second being, when we asked for straws, the waiter brought them to us loose in his bare hand. I've never had this happen anywhere else, usually loose straws are brought to you in a napkin. Would be great if Catalina made that the standard moving forward. I thought about taking off one star for these two things but everything else was so wonderful, it didn't feel fair to do that. Our waiter was super nice and informative, the food and drinks were incredible, AND they gave the birthday girl a gift certificate to use towards her next visit, plus a complimentary birthday sundae! You really can't beat that. We will absolutely be back!

Sunday night and all reservations booked but we walked in and got a table outside…read more Met our great server who shared the 1/2 off bottle of wine promotion, so why not? My wife was craving the lobster/shrimp roll, overstuffed with fresh seafood. And I went with the chicken parmesan. It was the lightest, freshest, most delicious! (compared to a really great, but heavier version at Little Mama's). Just finished the leftovers for lunch - and it just hit! We'll be back for sure...

McHale's Pub is a welcome addition to NoDa! The spacious patio is great, and the wooden interior…read moregives off a truly authentic pub vibe. Our service was solid, and the food came out pretty fast. The Reuben and the Fish & Chips were both excellent choices. My only critique is on the drinks--the cocktail menu is a bit limited (both for listed drinks and off-menu requests), though they have a decent beer list. I'd love to see a more expansive bar selection in the future! I also visited on St. Patty's Day and it was packed as you would imagine, but had a great vibe and quick service.

McHale's Pub opened up within the last year in Noda and it…read more give the NoDa neighborhood an authentic Irish pub. The serve properly poured Guinness, along with a large selection of beers , Irish whiskey and cocktails. We had the Leprechaun Balls. Irish cheddar and cream cheese rolled into bite sized deep fried balls. They were so good ! We also had the Irish Egg Roll. Corned beef , cabbage and cheese deep fried. They were good, but the Leprechaun balls were more flavorful. The staff were friendly and there were several seating options, inside and out. A great addition to Noda.

DE- LISH!! finally…read moregot to stop by today for lunch and this places slapped!! All of the staff members were super friendly and the food was ready in like 5 minutes! I had a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard and it was sooo good! The others had a Chicago dog and a regular hot dog. We all shared the fries with a side of cheese sauce and wow those were the best fresh fries!! My sister also go the potato salad and I tried it and it was goooood!! Topped it all off with cheerwine and sat outside on the cute patio!

Clark's Snack back is starting to hold a special place in my heart. I finally caught them for…read morebreakfast which they only serve on the weekends and i'm addicted. The breakfast sandwhich was so good, tatter tots are the perfect side, definitely get their house sauce! The team here is great too, honestly they need a bigger restraint cause this is gem deserves so much!

I came here for the first time last weekend and had a great meal. We arrived around 8pm, theres not…read morea lot of parking but it was late enough that we didn't have trouble finding a spot. We requested to be seated outside since it was nice out. The inside is spacious though, with a lot of regular seating as well as a large bar in the middle. We decided to get the combo platter of cheddar jalapeno sausage, brisket, pulled pork and 1/2 rack of ribs with mac and cheese and homemade potato salad. We washed it down with some ice cold Red Oak and white wine. My favorite was definitely the brisket- it was perfectly tender, juicy and flavorful on its own. I think the jalapeno sausage and ribs were tied for second. You know it's done well when the meats don't *need* any extra sauces, although we tried a few and they were quite flavorful. There was plenty of food (we had leftovers), our server was friendly, and the price was right! @azfitfoodfun

Excellent BBQ. We had the well fed combo plate with chopped pork, beef brisket, pork ribs and…read morejalapeño cheddar sausage. Ribs were tender and fall off the bone. Brisket was moist with beautiful smoke ring. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly and attentive. I would definitely come back when I am in the neighborhood

Consistently the best. We love everything on the menu…read more Always with the specials, the artichoke appetizer , the for ever martini with stuffed olives , wine selection , anything with mushrooms

Failed Expectations: A Brunch That Looked Better Than It Tasted…read more We were genuinely so excited for this brunch! It had been sitting on my Charlotte bucket list for ages, and we finally locked in reservations during my visit. First things first -- the space itself is adorable. Every detail feels intentional, from the spotless dining room to the perfectly set tables to the lighting that ties it all together. You could tell immediately that this place takes real pride in its presentation. It was warm and inviting from the second we walked through the door. The drinks were excellent, too. I especially loved the garnish spread for the water -- citrus of every variety, mint, cucumber -- such a small, thoughtful touch that instantly elevated the experience. Unfortunately, the food just didn't live up to the rest of the experience. We started with the roasted oysters, which came so heavily breaded that the actual oyster flavor got completely lost underneath. In hindsight, I should've just ordered them raw. The Eggs Inferno was next, and it fell flat across the board -- it needed salt, it needed acid, it needed some kind of richness to bring it to life. I wouldn't order it again. My friend's seasonal focaccia toast was equally underwhelming and forgettable. But then -- the fingerling potatoes. Honestly, I wish we'd just ordered three plates of those and called it a meal. Fluffy on the inside, perfectly crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor in every single bite. Hands down the highlight of brunch, and genuinely one of the best sides I've had in a while. Maybe dinner would tell a different story, but for brunch, I walked in expecting so much more than what we got.

Dish is a true Charlotte staple for comfort food, laid-back vibes, and what I have officially…read moredeemed the best dirty martini in town--the Christina Aguilera. They recently removed this drink from the martini menu, but if the bartenders know you're aware of its legacy, you can still get it, muddled olives and all! Walking in feels like stepping into your grandma's house, but with a cool, hipster spin. The staff is absolutely amazing; going in genuinely feels like visiting a friend. I have so many menu favorites, including the meatloaf, blackened chicken, and fried green tomatoes (that horseradish sauce is incredible!). Even down to a simple chicken salad sandwich and tots, everything here just hits the spot. So may great sides from fried okra to Mac n cheese, and don't forget about the biscuit and deviled egg with most dishes! Pro Tip: Be sure to check out the specials board when you walk in, alongside all of their incredible bar specials. They also host open mic comedy, drag bingo, karaoke, and other fun events, so definitely keep an eye on their socials!

Nice vibe and perfect if you're looking for something that tastes like a filling home cooked…read morecomfort meal. The fish in particular is excellent. Light, flaky, and tender. We'll be back.

Elise was amazing she was the best server I've ever had. And she was so friendly! I'm only coming…read moreback to see her again

This is their Noda location. Vibes were great, tables and floors clean, and our waiter was very…read moreattentive. They were busy for Friday night. I can definitely see how they would be in the summer. The wings were definitely a hit with a nice kick of spice to round out the sweetness. The steak fries were good as well but the fry seasoning was a bit too salty FOR ME but my partner enjoyed it. The outdoor back bar had really good heaters but don't stand directly under them for too long because they're strong! Really good place for a weekend night out or just a simple date night. This place fits either occasion!

We got on the walk-in list 30 minutes before arriving, but when we got there, the host told us it…read morewould still be about an hour wait. There were several "reserved" tables that remained empty until after we had finished eating, so I think the restaurant could benefit from a better reservation system with more accurate buffer times to accommodate walk-in guests. To avoid the wait, we decided to sit at the bar, and I'm glad we did because the food was amazing. The fried chicken and waffles were perfectly seasoned, and the waffle had a unique texture and flavor that reminded me of a combination of a traditional waffle and a soft pretzel. The cheesy potato cake was absolutely delicious. The fruit bowl was also good, but I wish they had been a little more generous with the blueberry pudding. The shrimp and grits came with large tomatoes, which may not be for everyone, and my friend felt the dish was lacking grits overall. She didn't feel like she got her money's worth. Would I go back? Absolutely. My meal was delicious, and I can't wait to return and try more of their homemade, fresh dishes. I also think it's great that they partner with local farmers to help curate their menu.

Great food!! Loved the fried chicken and biscuits the most. The fried green tomatoes were so good…read moreand it was my first time having them. I also tried the charred okra which was good. Mac & cheese was alright. Cocktails were great. We also tried their champagne tender and it was super crispy and had the taste of champagne. Service was decent. Only downside is if you make a reservation online, you will not be refunded the $3 per person fee and it is also not taken off your bill.