This is a bar for the GIRLS I was so pleasantly surprised when my partner and I came here and it…read morewas just the cutest little bar We came here to pre game dinner and it was a great experience the seating in here is limited but we had no problem finding a seat on the weekend. They have a bunch of different weekly things that go on here such as movie nights and so on. This is not a bar where guys can be dude bros this is definitely where the girls come to gossip and have little snacks and I love everything about that. The only men I saw here were with women and I think that was 3 including mine ABSOLUTELY coming back with friends and ordering a bunch of appetizers and drinks everything here looks as good as it tastes and the drinks are strong! The staff here is super sweet and just lovely

Found this gem of a cocktail bar last minute. To be honest, I feel embarrassed that I haven't come…read morehere yet. They've been here 2.5 years and from my first experience , they are absolutely crushing it. Dim lighting, beautiful bar design in a smaller space, and 90's-2000's hip hop was the perfect mix for a chill Friday night. Niaget took care of us at the bar (please forgive me if I got the spelling wrong!) and she is clearly a well trained mixologist. Cocktail menu is unique and the ingredients might seem a little far out, but trust the process. The drink pictured below was a bourbon-based (Old Forrester) custom cocktail that Niaget threw together. Hints of pineapple & mint mixed with my favorite brand bourbon made this an honest treat. I will be tossing this cocktail bar onto my favorites list and can't wait to go back.

A friend recommended this Hookah Lounge to me and I was glad I visited. Went with my daughter on a…read moreSaturday night around 9pm. It was fairly empty as it was still early in the night BUT we loved that. Plenty of lounge seating. Couches, chairs, I mean this place is the definition of a LOUNGE! they have plenty of hookah flavors to choose from. Hostess and bartenders were nothing short that amazing. Gave great recommendations and were more than happy to answer any and all questions. They have a variety of card games, board games, etc. We left around 11pm and when I say it was starting to get POPPIN, it WAS! I can see the appeal. Definitely in the works on visiting again. If you love the crowd, Definitely visit during the late hours but if you prefer quiet, come earlier where you wouldnt have to fight for a seat. Great location. Located in a shopping center with plenty of parking to choose from. Come catch a vibe!

First time in a hookah bar in years, so since I'm visiting NC, and it was a late night decision, so…read morewhy not. Kind of stashed in a shady strip mall, but I didn't let it bother me going in, and I'm glad I didn't. Very spacious inside, and has a huge wall tv to watch the WC (Mexico won this night). I got lucky Sam was working. He helped me with some decisions to try, and was very attentive. Good times.

awesome food and staff!! Best breakfast I've had in a long time. Staff was super nice and helpfu!!read more

My Brunch time was good. My BLT was thick and juicy. I also enjoyed my fresh yogurt with fruit…read more The esthetics was beautiful and relaxing. I'm sure to return soon. The staff looked great and were professional

I revisited for lunch, and enjoyed checking out their new displays and items…read more I also tried the Southpark Club Sando w/ Fries, as well as a small cup of their Chicken Noodle Soup. Well, the sando was fairly standard, but the soup was amazingly good! This time, the bartender-waitress was a young, friendly female, and she did a fabulous job! Just as the friendly, male bartender from our last visit, I marveled at how she managed to work both the bar AND the restaurant upstairs. Can't be easy, yet they both managed to make it seem easy! Anyway, I thoroughly enjoyed the visit again...and am sure to revisit soon!

Stopped in for a quick bite to eat with an hour time limit and was able to accomplish that. This…read morespot is a quaint, high end specialty market with a restaurant, bakery, and coffee shop. We ate at the bar, ordered a Juicy Bit beer, high tide THC cocktail, Salmón The GOAT salad, Parmesean fries, Brussels Sprouts, and Salmon Cakes. The food was ok, nothing really stood out but decent spot to hang out while passing time for the next movie/show.

This is one of the BEST bars in Charlotte to grab a great cocktail. Their cocktail program is…read moreIMMACULATE. You can go in and ask for any profile alcoholic or non alcoholic and they will make it happen! My friend and I went a few weeks ago and Shelby made a great cocktail for us! I prefer to go before it gets super packed and they remove the bar chairs. During the late night and early morning hours they get VERY busy and sometimes will have a line out the door, so be ready for that. It's not super often that I go since it can get a little packed, but when I do, I know the cocktails will be fire.

Fun, lively place…read more My friends and I were in town and wanted to have one last drink before we jetted out the next morning, so we ended up in trendy South End. First thing we noticed was how HUGE this place is. I feel like everywhere we turned, each section had its own vibe and its own designated bar. With the loud music, it was more loungey than anything and the crowd was on the much younger side. Canopy seems to be the go-to place in the South End. We did not encounter this kind of lines or crowds anywhere else in the area. Ordered a grapefruity drink (Our Flowerchild) off the menu and it was pretty good. Price was alright - definitely cheaper than what I'd pay in NYC (which is already atrocious in itself).

Just a little annoyed. Place looks super cool! Had reservations at moon and Thai. Stopped by for a…read morefew drinks with my wife. Today around 345. Lady I guess was leaving for the day said Craig would help me. She was kind to bring waters. I just wanted 2 ice cold beers as it's hot out now and days. Was there almost 10 min. No service other than the waters. Mind you there was only 2 people in the whole place. I'll come back another day and try again. Just annoyed need to be a little more attentive when no one's there. Makes a difference !

I had high hopes for this restaurant when I made a reservation for Valentine's Day, but…read moreunfortunately, the experience fell far below expectations. While I take full responsibility for arriving 15 minutes late, I was shocked at how rudely the hostess--who we later learned was the manager--handled the situation. Rather than a simple acknowledgment of the delay, or improbability of getting a table, she made a point to shame us, emphasizing that accommodating us would be an extra burden for her. This set an uncomfortable tone from the start. When she begrudgingly seated us at a table that had somehow magically become available, she made another unnecessary comment, implying that I should do my part to not make her job so difficult again. My partner was immediately put off and suggested we leave, but I decided to give the restaurant another chance, assuming the manager might just be having a rough night. Unfortunately, things did not improve. The food, best described as uninspired frozen bar fare from the main Duckworth's kitchen, took over 30 minutes to arrive--and even then, it was served before our drinks. When the drinks finally did arrive, they were nothing exceptional. I ordered a French 75, and my partner had a Paloma, only to realize that even the drinks had come from downstairs at Duckworth's. Given the restaurant's supposed reputation, I was surprised that it didn't have its own bar, unlike how things are set up at The Cellar. The only redeeming aspect of our visit was our waitress, who was pleasant and professional. However, what puzzled us the most was that despite the manager's initial reluctance to seat us, nearly half of the restaurant remained empty throughout the evening. With at least three or four servers working in a relatively small space, it was clear that staffing wasn't the issue--so why the hostility? It was hard not to wonder if other potential diners had been similarly turned off by the manager's deplorable attitude and the underwhelming menu. Overall, the experience left a bad taste in our mouths--both literally and figuratively. Between the lackluster food and drinks, and the uncalled-for attitude from management (she is bald and was wearing a dress on the evening of 2/14/25 at 9:30PM-11PM), I cannot recommend this place to anyone looking for a pleasant dining experience.

Had a couples massage at the Ballantyne Resort and got hungry so we walked across the bridge and…read morediscovered Postino's! What a find! We sat in a booth near the bar inside facing the tv that had a great football game. The restaurant is bright and welcoming and the service was outstanding! Our server had great knowledge of the menu and shared the most popular and her favorites to help us decide on food. Signed up for Postino Pass and got a free Bruschetta board with 4 varieties: Salmon pesto, bacon burrata, buffalo cauliflower, and Mexican street corn. This was a great and flavorful start to our outing. My wife was drinking wine ($6 glass for happy hour) and I had an excelsior cider. After joining the clean plate club with the bruschetta, we ordered the Chef's Charcuterie for our second and final course. It had crispy crackers and toast. It had cured meat, olives, feta whip, hummus, artichoke, spicy almond and cheese. Everything made a good mix of tastes and flavors and it was plenty to share for 2 people. To top it off, I asked about a Veteran's discount when I was getting ready to pay the bill and our server went to ask her manager and she came back and said they don't have a discount but gave me a discount anyway! I can honestly say that is the FIRST time in my life that someone has created a Veteran discount that didn't exist. I highly recommend anyone in the Ballantyne area to visit Postino's and enjoy a great meal, in a welcoming environment, with very hospitable servers. I have a new favorite place for drinks and food in Ballantyne. Thanks for making my Birthday outing special for my wife and I. Cheers!

Yuminess: 10/10 Allergy Safety: 10/10…read morePrice: 9/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Overall: LOVE Postino! The food is over the moon delicious with plenty of options and reasonable serving sizes. Even with the slightly high price point, it is well worth every penny. And they take allergies SO seriously! Literally went through a bunch of ingredients to find what would and wouldn't be dairy-allergy safe. Atmosphere is fun but cozy, too. 100% recommend! In-depth: Postino has quickly become one of my favorite places in the CLT area after my 10/10 experience here. To start, the food. My word, it's amazing! Everything my friend and I tried was delicious. The bruschetta is 100% worth trying (the spinach artichoke one is my favorite), and the west coaster panini + romaine salad was tasty at every bite. Their wine is also good quality, with a decent-sized portion poured. Allergy safety is a major thing for them, too. Our server (Lee = the best waitress!) and her manager looked through their bread and ingredients for about 30 minutes to confirm what was and wasn't dairy safe (I asked how dairy allergies are handled for when I bring my husband next time). They also had quite a few gluten-free options, too. The manager explained that she wants people to be able to just come in and relax for a few hours without worrying if they'll get sick, which I truly, truly appreciate. Lee shared a similar sentiment, which was amazing. Now price... Yes, it is a *bit* pricey, but it is well worth it. Nothing felt lacking as far as flavor goes, and the allergy safety is a huge thing. This is one of the few places I felt my sandwich and salad were worth every penny, even if it was $17. Also, their rewards program is great. I got a free bruschetta board, and they offer several other perks. Make sure to sign up before or while dining there to get some good deals! In addition to their sincere care for allergy safety, the service is fantastic all around. They do group service, meaning you'll have several servers, and they encourage you to grab anyone if you have questions. This takes the pressure off of waiting for one server to walk by and really helped me relax. And the atmosphere? I could stay there all day! It's a really fun vibe, but the lighting and seating are very cozy. Overall, I've already recommended this place to 5+ people and will be returning soon

Stopped in to Backstage for the Christmas pop up and was not disappointed. It's Christmas overload…read morein the best way, if you're looking for something fun and kitschy. They have a Christmas drink menu, mostly sweet, but they also offered to make some minor modifications. I had the Koala LaLaLa, which was more tart with some apple and bitters. Probably not everyone's jam, but I loved it. All the bartenders were great-Star kept us laughing, and they moved quickly considering how busy the place got. I recommend going early to get a good spot to people watch. I plan to come back at least one more time during the holidays. 10/10!

Similar to what many people before mentioned it's a really great theme and ambiance. The later you…read morego the longer the wait. My friends only were in line for 5 mins but unfortunately I was the late one and waited in line for 30 mins. Luckily the line does move fairly quickly. If I'm being honest, aesthetically the drinks look good but not worth the price. My friends and I got the koala lalala and were bummed that after paying so much, it was mostly soda water and barely any alcohol for almost $19. Not worth it imo. I did however love the music selection. It was very nostalgic. Despite the technically difficulties they were having, my friends and I had a great time dancing the night away to our favorite middle and high school jams. My only suggestion would be next time for the dj to put his device on do not disturb. Every time a notification came through, the music would lower and was very noticeable. My friends and I laughed it off thinking we were just hearing things at first only for it to continue followed by the speakers completely going out. Overall it was nice to dance and be around holiday cheer but I don't think it would be worth a repeat experience.

Beautiful restaurant, view, atmosphere, staff and experience. First time eating here and I enjoyed…read moreit. Every staff member that talked to me was very welcoming and had a great attitude! Although the chicken tenders were more skin than meat, the food and drinks were good. I recommend going outside and seeing the turtles by the water fountain lol.

Link & Pin is such a cute spot for a date night or a nice dinner! The vibe is classy and inviting…read moreas soon as you walk in, and the food definitely matches the atmosphere. They have a great selection of steaks and different cuts of meat, plus plenty of seafood options. Our highlights were definitely the **fried oysters, scallops, and white wine sangria**. The oysters were crispy and flavorful, the scallops were a standout, and the sangria was so refreshing! Overall, this is a great spot if you're looking for good food, a nice atmosphere, and somewhere that feels a little elevated without being too stuffy. Definitely worth checking out!

Ngl, the water from here is complete ASS I couldn't drink it i thought all hope was lost until i…read morehad there Breakfast burger with sweet potato fries IT WAS SO GOOD, that I was able to let the swamp ass water slide. Also the service was nice. Come here for the food...just be cautious abt the water

This place was truly awful! I've lived on 3 continents and can say that this is the worst service…read morewe've experienced! It's quite apparent that this place has a serious problem starting with management and working its way down. Long story short, we bowled for two hours and during that time they lost our first food order, delivered the second order placed with 6 min left of our two hours of bowling and delivered it missing food and drinks. During this time our bowling lane kept erroring out and it was nearly impossible to track someone down to fix the problem. When we did find someone, the person was so incredibly rude and snarky. I told one person about our error, she stared at me, didn't say a word, and walked off! Then she came back later to blame us for the issue claiming we had too many bowling balls, which was not the reason the pins wouldn't reset First person we talked to about food: told us to place our order at the bar because we had alcohol in the order. Second person we talked to: told us that the food and drinks would be delivered to our bowling lane Third person we talked to (after waiting for our order over an hour): told us they did nothing with our order because they can't bring alcohol to the lane while holding up the list we gave them. No one informed us that they wouldn't put the order in, contrary to what person 2 told us. Talked to a manager who then put part of our order in. Second order was delivered incomplete with 6 min of bowling left. Food was so disgusting and soggy that I wouldn't have fed it to my dog. I informed the manager to refund us and we went to Chipotle 3 min down the road to eat. Time will tell if I'm charged for food we didn't receive or food that wasn't edible! Needless to say, we will go somewhere else to bowl and will never step foot in this poorly run "establishment" again! Pics are of the error we continued to get on the lane, the incredibly rude bartender (supposedly her name is Ashley) and the ridiculously large bee in the waiting area which just sparked interest. Posted this review on Google as well!