Treated my Numero Uno to dinner (#1Daughter) - Burtons Blakeney…read more Excellent! Gluten free apps: cauliflower, calamari, shrimp Gluten free bread service Dinner: Short Rib and Mashed potatoes, a Ribeye with mashed potatoes, truffle fries It tends to be really loud inside so we ate outside, really nice!

Seven of us: son & wife, three teenage grandchildren, wife and I. Nice interior and a covered…read moreoutside eating area if weather was clement. Really has the makings of a 5-star restaurant, but there were some off-putting things that got in the way. Menu is excellent. Lots of choices, your place mat is your menu until you order. Our server stuck to his order of march: drinks, appetizers, mains desserts. It was mostly a non-alcohol dinner, so the drinks were an odd mix of soda water and colored drinks with flags. Can't tell you about wine list or other prices. Order taking took awhile and we got through it. My son and I each had the Steak Frites ($39.70). Nice portions. Suggest you order meat cooked to a higher level of doneness as they tend to go light on cooking. I ordered medium and got almost rare. Son ordered medium well and got high medium. Truffle fries were plentiful and a bit too salty with the Kosher salt. A decent dinner. One Maxx Burger ($21.85) inhaled by the 16 year old male. Liked it. One Kid Chicken Tenders ($10.30) with three sides. She liked the mashed potatoes and the chicken. One Chicken Picatta ($25.50), a special. Son paid the bill, I don't have receipt. Wife liked the chicken and the accompanying spaghetti with capers was very good. She took home a portion good for lunch the next day. One Pappardelle Bolognese ($29.35) well enjoyed by granddaughter. One California Chicken Sandwich ($20.70). Daughter-in-law ate half of it. Not a big eater. I did not like the finished meal plates snapped up one at a time. We were talking and it took awhile. Suggest you tell your waiters/bussers to wait until everyone is done, to ask if it is OK to take the plates and get it done. The slow eaters are under the gun to hurry up...and we, after dinner, thought that Burton's wanted diners to move quickly through their meals and clear out for other guests. This was evident when our server, who was not very well-versed, asked for dessert orders. We said no desserts. He left the table for a rather long time and returned, again asking for dessert orders. Obviously he was stymied not having that item accomplished. He left. Again, after quite a pause, we flagged another server down and asked for our bill. So, great menu and decent offerings, but we felt rushed. We all agreed, over ice cream bought at another vendor. Will be back. Burton's has a lot going for it, so will be worth your time, effort and money.

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

Postinos is located in the main strip of the "bowl" and near the AMP. Parking can be located on the…read morestreet or in the parking lot adjacent to the building. It currently offers free parking for 3 hours and incremental of 1- 2 hours paid parking after. My wife and I came here on a date night. While her original visit left more than be desired management invited us to give them a second try and I'm so glad we did. We had an amazing time from start to finish. The staff was amazing and I was astounded by their dedication to their craft. The best part was the food. We started with the chefs board which had an array of cheeses and spreads. The most memorable was the whipped feta. OMG. The Ambiance was the only thing I feel could use some tuning as there's not enough sound deadening to make the music out? It sounds like a heart beat and makes it hard to make out conversations. Major shout out to Leigh for taking care of us all night and making it a memorable night. Also big thanks to Odhie for the tickets to the concert. This was definitely a night to remember. Thank you Postinos Staff!

Vlad was amazing!!! Wish we took pictures of our food, but we ordered two Southwest bowls and the…read morecornbread skillet , all were phenomenal. Vlad explained the menu, he also accommodated my dietary restrictions which was so kind. We were seated immediately, we were offered dessert amongst other specials. The food and service were amazing, although I wish there was more couscous in the bowl, it was delicious!

A quick, let's go have dinner event. Nothing fancy, just a decent menu and good service. Noah took…read morecare of us this night. Nice special on a standard menu item was mine: the seared Halibut ($36). A good sized hunk of fish with a wonderful garnish of fruits lightened by a little citrus and vinegar. Excellent. Wife had a glass of wine at $15, a bit too high for us and a generous Chicken and Avocado Salad ($20). Did end up leaving my credit card there, so next day dropped by and there it was. The front guy did ask for ID, so if you leave something there, it looks like your server will get secured and no one but you will be able to get it back. Thanks, Noah. BTW: Juniper Grill is now imposing a 2.50% credit card surcharge. Must be getting stuff and harder to break out of the 3-star range.

If I could give it 10 stars I would…read more I called in an order and they got the name wrong and unfortunately gave away my order. A manager named Tj made it all right! I ordered 10 sweet and bold wings with sweet potatoe fries. Tj added 14 to the 10 and had them remake the order. Added in their strawberry cheesecake as well for no extra charge. That's great customer service because I could've asked for this treatment but I didn't he went out of his way to do it. So go to this location it's great and always has a great sports game on.

3*= A OK Service was…read moreattentive...tried a mimosa since it was the Saturday drink special. Good. Ordered the fish and chips. Fry portion was childlike and fish smelled like it was fried in old oil. Ended up peeling the batter off. Hubby liked his burger. His fries were decent amount, more than mine. Just an OK overall experience.

My first time at Napa and it was for the CLTFoodies Chef Battle! I arrived a little early and…read morewaited with a tall glass of wine in the beautiful bar area. I could definitely see my friends and I popping in before a movie or shopping for some small bites and cocktails. The hostesses escorted us to a lovely private room where we selected our seats. The food battle was 4 courses, so 8 dishes going head-to-head for about 38 ppl. I know the kitchen staff and chefs were bussing their butts to get these beautiful plates out, introduce their dishes while serving the main dining room during restaurant week!!! Everything was delicious, thanks to chef Kevin (Stonecrest) and Jeremy (Kingsley). I believe it came down to a tie with chef Jeremy taking home the win by most overall points. But the real winners were myself and my fellow diners as we had to request to go boxes by the 3rd round as the portions were not only delicious but generous. Everything from the tuna (that sauce should be bottled and sold) to the sweet potato gnocchi w/ fennel sausage (holiday on a plate), it was all delicious. ESPECIALLY dessert! That upside down pineapple polenta cake with mango sorbet should be tried by everyone!

Before I get into the food coma portion of this review, I want to set the tone…read more I'm a big believer in giving restaurants real, honest feedback. Not Yelp-warrior nonsense. Actual constructive feedback. This industry is brutal. No one opens a restaurant hoping to disappoint people. I also live by the phrase "don't knock it until you've tried it." If a first visit doesn't hit my expectations, I'll give a place one more shot before forming a solid opinion. That feels fair to me. Some may disagree. To each their own. This is where Napa comes in. I admin a very large, very active, highly curated Charlotte Facebook group called Charlotte Foodies. Napa kept popping up in posts with glowing praise. A couple of friends and I were indecisive on where to eat one night and made a last-minute call to check it out. Our first visit, if I'm being honest, was a letdown. The dishes were beautifully plated and the service was wonderful, but the flavors felt dull. Safe. Muted. We left disappointed. I considered writing about it but stopped myself. One visit isn't a verdict. We didn't reach out to management because we hoped it was just an off night and planned to give them another shot. Then the universe did its thing. I connected with someone closer to Napa's management team. After hearing about my experience, they asked for honest feedback. I gave it. No sugarcoating. Just constructive criticism. To their credit, management was receptive and invited me back to try their newly launched menu to show that what I experienced was not their standard. I'm really glad I went back. Because Napa at Stonecrest absolutely redeemed themselves. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Warm woods, deep green banquettes, soft lighting, and oversized fabric pendant lights that somehow make everyone look better than when they walked in. Cozy without being cramped and energetic without being loud. You sit down and instantly feel relaxed. This time around, we told our server to let the GM drive and bring out what best showcases Napa right now. Risky move. Correct move. We started with the bacon flatbread. Soft but sturdy crust that holds up to the toppings, a respectable amount of mozzarella, big bacon lardons that actually taste like bacon, pearl onions that stay sweet and restrained, and the perfect amount of hot honey for heat and balance. Nothing overpowered anything else. The ahi tuna tartare was one of the better versions I've had in Charlotte. Huge portion for the value with clean, precise knife work. The avocado purée with citrus vinaigrette complemented the chilled tuna without overpowering it. The house-fried wonton chips were light and not greasy. We ran out of chips and I shamelessly spooned the remaining tuna straight into my mouth. The herb whipped goat cheese nailed it. We've tried a lot of whipped cheese dips around town and many miss the mark. This one was creamy, thick, and balanced, not soupy or overworked. The herbs, hot honey, and spiced almonds all played nicely together, and the crispy crostini were the perfect vehicle. Easily shareable for a table of three and would make a great weekday lunch paired with the tuna tartare. For entrées, the crusted halibut was perfectly seasoned with a beautiful crust. It almost ate like a pan-seared chicken breast until it flaked and reminded you it was fish. Creamy risotto underneath gave sophisticated mac-and-cheese vibes, with blistered pearl onions, roasted carrots, and a drizzle of olive oil tying it all together. The mushroom sugo pappardelle, which is gluten-free and vegetarian, was the most talked-about dish of the night. Deep, layered flavor with incredible balance. The marsala sauce had real depth and a gentle peppery warmth. One of my dining partners normally avoids mushrooms and said he would absolutely order this again and recommend it. The Napa fried chicken delivered. Perfectly crispy but still light, juicy inside with just the right seasoning. Smooth garlic mashed potatoes underneath and a tasso gravy that was salty, savory, and slightly spicy. It gave elevated chicken cordon bleu vibes without the cheese. The charred broccolini was excellent on its own but even better dragged through the gravy. Dessert damage was done. All hits. No filler. The flourless three-layer chocolate mousse cake was my favorite. No question. Each layer brought a different deep chocolate texture, and the handmade whipped cream kept it from feeling heavy. Please give me another one to take home so I can maintain an emergency stash. The crème brûlée with candied pecans had a perfect crack on the sugar top, subtle sweetness underneath, silky custard, and that extra sweet crunch from the pecans. Classic and executed exactly how it should be. The apple caramel cheesecake is the cheesecake I dream about. New York-style. Ultra-creamy, no grit, no nonsense. The apple tasted like real fruit, the caramel didn't hijack the plate, and there was just enough crust to balance everything. If cheesecake is your thing, pa

My wife and I wanted a bite to eat for lunch somewhere that was casual. The restaurant is family…read moreoriented. It was very quiet that day. We were able to sit anywhere we wanted since it was not crowded and it was in a Wednesday. Our waiter was friendly. He greeted us warmly. It was restaurant week in Charlotte "Queen's Feast" so they had a prix fixe lunch which was great for us since we were looking for a place where it was not too expensive. I chose the Bourbon Salmon which came with Risotto and I chose broccolini as a side and Naj had the chicken marsala which came with mash potato and she chose the broccolini as a side. I had a lemon old fashioned and Naj had a mojito and an aperol spritz . Overall, it was an enjoyable lunch.

Sunday night, seemed way understaffed. My wife couldn't eat the salmon, way off. Long wait, food…read morewas lukewarm on arrival. Food was not plated appropriately. Maybe a real off night, been here a few times and this was different.

This was such a great dining experience! The ambiance was lovely, and the food was delicious. Our…read moreserver recommended that my friend and I split a salad, and that was an excellent call--no misses there either. I ordered the lamb sirloin with bourbon-glazed collard greens, and both were fantastic. I also booked through OpenTable, so the restaurant knew it was my birthday. They surprised me with a birthday card and a complimentary dessert. I'm doing keto, so I had to pass on the dessert, but it was still such a thoughtful touch! Great food, great service, and thoughtful hospitality. I'd definitely come back!

We've gone to Rooster's for years but it was our first time trying the Ballantyne location and it…read moredid not disappoint. Our meals, the service and the atmosphere were all great. We started with the pimento cheese appetizer and the pimento is very flavorful and served with toasted bread that I think is a wheat sourdough. I ordered the rotisserie pork, and the rest of the table ordered the cavetelli with shrimp, the 1/2 rotisserie BBQ chicken, and shrimp with an herbed sauce. We also got roasted beets and the cauliflower for sides. The Brussels aren't on the menu during the summer but the cauliflower was amazing. They were dressed with a tangy anchovy like pesto and Parmesan. Unique and so tasty. I've seen a couple negative reviews about portion size and cookery, but each of our meals were prepared exceptionally well and we were full when we left. In addition, the service was prompt and friendly and her recommendations were spot on. It was a little hot to sit outside, but the inside was bustling and tables were enjoying their evening. When I go to a Noble's restaurant, I know I'm going to get fantastic food, good service and have an enjoyable time and this visit was no different