Thank you to Sean at Metro Diner for making my pickup order experience great! I was picking up a…read morespecial lunch order for my team in recognition of Employee Appreciation, and Sean took the extra time to make sure everything was perfect. He double-checked that the order was correct and made sure I had extra utensils, condiments, and everything we needed. That level of service really stands out. It meant a lot to me because this was something special I was doing for my team, and Sean helped make sure it went smoothly. Thank you again! Although I didn't get pictures of the food this time, everything was amazing. I will definitely be back and will take pictures next time. Please check them out, won't be disappointed.

First and foremost, I want to preface by saying I believe in second chances and redemption, not…read moretrickery and bribes. Typically, when someone from a restaurant reaches out to me about my review, especially when they are not 5 star, I instantly become skeptical. However, this owner made me feel comfortable to share my thoughts and explain how my visit went before anything else. Over the years, I have received tons of owners offering me a free meal in exchange for my integrity but I could tell this owner was extremely genuine and wanted to make sure my voice was heard. The initial post will remain the same but I wanted to amend some of the initial remarks including the service. The first time I tried this place, I received service that was not in alignment to the core values and standards this restaurant upholds, which, I am human and I have worked in food service for years so trust me, I get it. Since being back twice since my initial visit, I have been treated like family. The service has been up to par and the staff has been incredibly friendly. As far as the ambiance, it gives the feel of an old diner which makes it charming and lovable. Perhaps, some restorations and furnishings can be done nothing that isn't manageable. Lastly, I wanted to make sure to do a thorough review of the menu so when I went back twice after my initial review, I tried a menu item for each the breakfast menu and the dinner menu. The food was great! It was favorable, warm and packed with fresh ingredients. I tried the ribs and Mac and cheese as well as a breakfast plate on two separate occasions without letting the restaurant know I was coming back for a remake. The only thing I wasn't super thrilled about was the Mac and Cheese, other than that it was good. It goes to saying that their standards are commendable as they do care about their service, food and experience of the customers.

Spent Saturday evening downtown Matthews with a friend and decided to give Jekyll and Hyde a second…read morechance. It's a cute restaurant with a patio and live music was playing the night I visited. We had a great waitress who was thoughtful and attentive. I ordered a plain burger and brussel sprouts. The burger was great this time around. The brussel sprouts were ok, more on the vinegar based side than I'm used too. Our waitress returned them and we got different sides. The broccolini was amazing. The fries were ok since some were not completely cooked. The burger in the photo doesn't look like much but it was 9 out 10 in my book.

Went to a concert in Charlotte and stayed in Matthews…read more When the concert ended at 9:30, out options in Matthews for a bite to eat was limited. We landed at J and H at 10:15 (open to 11). Was a little concerned because the bartender was not very attentive. After about 10 minutes she grabbed her purse and left. The other bartender stepped up and asked what we wanted. Everything changed! Laney was great, first with cocktails and then quickly getting us our food. Ordered the artichokes and was a little disappointed. The best I can say was they were okay. Little dry and could have used a sauce. Split a sandwich and was great. Overall nice environment, good food and service good (finally)

5/5! When I lived in Matthews I would always come here regularly but it's been a bit so me and my…read morewife stopped by for nightcap and wasn't disappointed. We shared a bottle of wine and started with the buffalo chicken flatbread and it was DELICIOUS! Next we shared the Sammy #2 and it was just as good. Service was great, friendly and quick. Def always a stop for us when we're in Matthews.

I love coming here for a glass of wine or beer and snacks. It feels very much like a local place…read morewhere everyone knows everyone. The food is good and comes out quickly. The selection for drinks has something for everyone.

Went to Mamma's for my wife's bday dinner because we know there food and service is outstanding. We…read morecalled ahead when we were 20 mins. away and they agreed to hold our table. We got there and were immediately sat. One server was taking care of the entire front of the house including bar tending. She was hustling and still provided great service. My wife ordered the Chicken Parm entree, i order Chicken Picatta over angel hair, Katy ordered Baked Ziti, Brody ordered a traditional Boli, and Karlea and Piper split a Chicken Basil Pesto Pizza. Our server unintentionally made an extra entree and asked us if we wanted it. It was ravioli Alfredo and we split it up between my daughters and wife. My son ordered a traditional boli which was large that came with a bowl of red sauce. Their red sauce is outstanding! Halfway through he asked for more red sauce and she delivered a new bowl quickly. Always a great meal with tremendous portion sizes with outstanding service. I highly recommend Mamma's! Cause you gonna like!

The pizza here is very, very delicious. One of the few…read moreplaces here where I can still get a nice thin crust pizza done right. The pizza and local convenience is the only reason we came here a few times. For the quality of the pizza, I still consider it a great value compared to other "social media trendy" but highly overpriced, overrated places. The environment can be nice, especially with the "night light" lamps they put on the table, music is not overwhelmingly loud or obnoxious. The white tablecloth is a nice touch. The chairs are decent. However, the wait can be very long, even if not busy. We've been here at least 4 times on various days and times (weekdays, late afternoons, early evenings, weekends, etc.) and we typically wait about 40+ minutes or so for the food to be ready. Even when there's only 2-3 other customers around, it takes about 25-30 minutes after ordering for the food to receive it. The last time we were here, it took more than 1 hour for the food to be ready. The service staff is extremely nice. However, there's still something "off" about this place and them. For example, the bar worker is expected to not only pour drinks at the bar, but also attend to non-bar restaurant guests. This is kind of weird. This place seems to give more attention and priority to bar customers and alcohol drinking "buddies" of the bar staff. The staff loves to sit and chat with their "friends" (regulars) while minimally and superficially attending to normal customers with a less sense of priority and urgency. I don't expect them to rush every single thing, but it was extremely obvious that the focus was to prioritize bar patrons over non-alcohol restaurant customers. Perhaps this is for profit reasons and if so, they should just be honest about it and separate bar staff from food waiters, like normal places do, or just simply be a bar place and not a pizza place. Also, the pizza making area is open and you can hear the workers every argument and discussion when it comes to wages, scheduling, next shift coverage, etc.. This is weird. At the price point of this pizza, I didn't think staff was being treated and paid so poorly. The vibe of the workers was just so "off", in general. The waitresses and waiters are very nice but often aloof and behave oddly. Like, is there something sketchy going on at this place? Are they on substances? Everyone is friendly but has no attention to detail, urgency or anything else. The last time we were here, it was very busy. But it took at least 1 hour to make 2 or 3 pizzas. The manager could tell we weren't happy. However, we didn't even know he was the manager as he didn't introduce himself properly but offered to comp our meal. This place gets 2 stars because of him and the delicious pizza . But if I ever come back, it'll just be order out by myself. The other person I came with absolutely hated the service and wait of this place and doesn't want to come back again.

Love this restaurant /bistro! The food is made as you order and is delicious. The service is great…read moreas well. We went on Sunday with friends and arrived about 11:30. Yanni was there to take orders and our waitress, Margie is very attentive and good. It is behind White Duck Taco - just drive to the back of the lot. They were also set up for dinner. It is not a huge place but very lovely. Make a reservation for dinner if you plan to go; otherwise pop in for lunch. I don't think you will be disappointed. They are open for breakfast as well. Check the hours.

Are you looking for food that is not only healthy but also tastes good?  Look no farther than Yanni…read moreBistro, located at 131 E. John St. in Matthews, NC (980-226-2779, yannibistro.org).  The restaurant, owned and operated by Yanni, serves plant-based food that's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free - and healthy!  On a recent visit I tried one of his most popular sandwiches - the Falafel Pita, stuffed with homemade Falafel, red onions, sumac, lettuce, and tahini (without the hot sauce). I enjoyed  a  rich European-style coffee, one of many beverage options that includes a wonderful selection of imported teas and an extensive list of wine and beer. For dessert, I chose a French macaron - a vivid reminder of Paris!  My delicious, healthy lunch cost around $12!   Yanni also offers other variations of the Falafel Pita, plus sandwiches made with fresh ingredients, healthy salads, and homemade soups (try the Lentil). His breakfast menu features a variety of omelets, sandwiches, and bagels. Yanni has created an elegant dining space in a part of the restaurant, where patrons may enjoy amazing entrees such as Pan-Seared Salmon, Herb-Roasted Lamb Chops, Faux Filet a la Sauce au Poivre et Cognac., and a Classic Burger. Yanni Bistro is unique to Matthews and the Greater Charlotte region.  Check it out! Or order something to go. Carol T.

Let's go start to finish…read more We walked in and we were immediately greeted by smiling faces and girls who showed up to work! They sat us promptly with food and drink menus. Our waitress, Zoe, was phenomenal. They may have been out of the wine we ordered but she was very suggestive of another alternative that turned out to be even better. She came back, took our orders and not to our surprise, it all came out perfect because she was very in tune when taking our orders. Several people checked on us throughout our dining experience. However, Alex, he stood out. He made sure to clean extra plates and glasses out of our way and made sure we were having a great time there. Overall, this restaurant has always been a go to, but tonight, it'll be a weekly must. Love their specials and wine selection! Just wish they were open one hour later during the week!

Talk about a true neighborhood spot; this place is the definition of it. The food is really…read moredelicious, the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the whole atmosphere feels warm and inviting. My only critique is that the appetizer selection is a bit limited, but the huge variety of main dishes more than makes up for it. I had the gumbo over rice, which was fantastic, and my wife ordered the shrimp, which was also amazing. I love this place and will definitely be back. Very homey, very friendly, and exactly the kind of spot you want in your neighborhood.

The food was good - we had a party of 7 and no issue getting in on Saturday night. The space is…read moreroomy and comfortable. The food came out faster than expected, but waitress was slow throughout. The table ordered: - Guinness and Jameson - corned beef poutine which seemed unique and my brother liked it. - wings - lots of orders of fish and chips. The tartar sauce was good. The slaw portion was small, but really good. The fish and fries were well cooked and tasty. Compared to Sir Edmond Halleys - I would choose here. The food IMO was better, the restaurant isn't as dark, the prices/portions were better, the parking. Situation/lighting is better and the location is in a walkable downtown type area where you can walk off your calories after you eat. Overall: A hidden gem and I will return.

As soon as we walked in this restaurant, I knew it was going to be wonderful. The atmosphere was…read moregreat. It was dimly lit, the wood was painted black, candles on the table. It just had such a great vibe, a true Irish Pub. I ordered the corned beef poutine, which was phenomenal. My husband ordered fish and chips and a Guinness beer and he said it was the best fish he's ever had in his life so we were super happy. Our waiter was Anthony and he was wonderful. He was so pleasant and helpful. He was always there when we needed him with a smile. The only complaint was the fish and chips comes in a basket with wax paper and the wax paper tears while you're eating, and my husband thinks he may have eaten a little bit of the wax paper. Next time he's going to ask for his fish and chips on a plate . I can't wait to go back!

Stopped for lunch about 2:45. The Triple X and Salmon BLT…read morewere very, very good. Always great when the food exceeds expectations! The place was exceptionally clean and the service was very good.

A cool, small spot in a small community that is well worth the trip. VRTX is a burger and beer…read morerestaurant and sort of one of its kind in the area (very small area). I've been a couple of times and have always been well taken care of. They serve bar food but a little higher level than the standard bar food. Several sandwich (sammie's) options as well as flatbreads and burgers. I feel the food is a tad pricey given the location and quality of food (flatbreads typically run $18 and burgers are $17/$18). There are about 10-12 drafts on tap, mostly local breweries and a pretty good selection. There are also several coolers to choose non-tap options. All in all, it's a nice place and the only downside would be the pricing of the food.

Texas Roadhouse is my "Go To" for family steakhouse night. The cuts of steak are fresh and well…read moreprepped for your selection. Even though the restaurant seems to stay busy, I've never waited too long to be seated. The management supports the community by offering "kids eat free" coupons to local schools and teachers. Last time I went for my birthday they helped end the night with a fun "bucking saddle" pic!

Plenty of seating, quick access to a table and lots on the menu. The famous rolls didn't disappoint…read moreand were delicious as expected. We were glad to see the complimentary peanuts were individually packaged. Our waitress was friendly and polite. She made she our glasses were always full and had everything we needed and wanted. My salmon was a bit dry, but my veg sides were okay. My mother-in-law was pleased her steak and mashed potatoes. The ambiance was a bit too loud for us and our kid. TVs are everywhere you look which adds to the noise chaos. A mini screen on every table for games and extras.

Back in the area, I visited Miki's. There was no one in the restaurant on this Monday afternoon. I…read moreordered crab cakes from the special menu. For my sides, I ordered yams and stewed apples because I don't get to have these comfort foods often enough. My order was to go. I ate as soon as I arrived home. Let me tell you, the food warmed my soul. The crab cakes could have been crisped on the outside, but they were outstanding and well-flavored--the yams, ah, divine. The stewed apples were great as well. I was very pleased with this home-cooked meal and will definitely return to Miki's when I am in the area.

Everything fresh and hot and homemade! Fantastic service…read more Must try ! Fresh different daily specials everyday!