A true hidden gem in the heart of a food lover's paradise! The menu is easy to navigate and shows what each food item looks like and yes, the image matches the food they serve. Healthy, fresh meals are their specialTy. In an area where experiences with food can't be modified, Brown Bag allows you to customize your meal so you can really satisfy your pallet. The staff is knowledgeable, patient, attentive and kind. The Resturant is well lit and clean. I am returning to NYC but when I return, this place is a MUST to dine in again! Give them a try, you won't regret it! read more

Loved the blackened shrimp caesar salad, very fresh and good size. The truffle tots were also amazing! They were very quick and efficient when ordering to go. read more

Review for Brown Bag Seafood Co. This was my first introduction to Brown Bag Seafood Co., and since we don't have this concept back in Northern California, I was definitely curious to try it. As someone who grew up around incredible seafood in the Bay Area -- places like Sam's Chowder House and New England Fish Company -- my expectations were naturally a little high. When you're close to the coast, the bar for seafood is set pretty high. That said, this is a very simple, fast-casual seafood concept, and they execute that model consistently. I've now visited a few locations -- one in Huntersville, one that used to be in South End on Worthington, and this Uptown location on Tryon -- and they all share the same strengths: * Clean, well-organized spaces * Nice outdoor seating * Convenient locations in walkable, high-traffic areas * Fast, efficient service The menu is straightforward but flexible. You can build your meal in a lot of different ways -- dress it up, keep it light, or customize it to your taste -- which is a big plus. Food-wise, it's good... just not memorable. The lobster roll, for me, was a little on the greasy side. I tend to prefer a lighter preparation. The tacos, on the other hand, were a better fit -- fresh, flavorful, and a bit easier to enjoy. Overall, the food is solid, but it hasn't quite become my first choice when I'm craving seafood. Value-wise, prices are reasonable for the concept, and the experience is reliable. It's a dependable option when you're downtown, short on time, or looking for a quick seafood fix. Bottom line: Clean, convenient, and consistent -- but not destination dining for me. Still, it's worth trying at least once to see how it fits your taste. Charlotte -- be curious and get out there and eat your way through this city. There's something for every palate. read more

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This is an amazing option for lunch in uptown! I had the salmon, mixed vegetables and sweet potatoes....it was so good and filling. There was still a bit of a wait when I got there but no other issues. I would suggest ordering online. I also tried the chicken bowl on a separate visit. read more

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Let me start by saying the service was great, the food is tasty, prepared well and quality ingredients are used. My issue is that the "regular" portion was ridiculously small. $15 before tax and tip for a less-than-half filled bowl of inexpensive grains and greens and a 4oz piece of fish. I am still hungry...albeit partially satisfied since it was delicious. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Came in for a late Sunday lunch. Upon entering, head to the right, grab a menu and join the ordering line. I tried the Dinner Plate with Salmon, fries, and mixed veggies. Everything was fresh and delicious. My only recommendations are in regard to the sides. The fries were perfectly seasoned and great. However, the mixed vegetables were fine just not my ideal mix and I was expecting a bigger serving. It was a small cup of steamed broccoli, a couple green beans, and cabbage. Again, they tasted just fine, just not my jam. The drink is not included in the dinner plates. If you come between 3pm-6pm, the dinner plate is $15. The restaurant was very clean. They offer several small and large group booth-style seating options. They also have booster seats and high chairs available. Overall, I enjoyed the visit and would return. read more

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Saw a BOGO deal on DoorDash for the grilled chicken. I chose salad as the base, which comes topped with sweet potato, shaved parm, and crispy onions. The chicken was a bit on the salty side, but had good flavor and went well with the salad. Overall, a pretty good salad especially with the deal. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Grilled Chicken salad - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

We just got to Charlotte from Charleston and we're looking for a quick and healthier dinner. We had a meh lobster roll in Charleston so we needed a redemption roll. This place is only a few minutes away from our hotel and it's also one of the few spots open at the time. We ordered a salmon rice bowl and a lobster roll. Oddly, we were the ones there but it took forever for our order to come out. The lobster roll was not bad, but the salmon rice dish was so bland. Even with the sauce that we got and the hot sauce, it was still bland. Our order also came out to be around $60. I would normally be ok paying that much if the food was good, but they were just ok so I felt robbed. The restaurant is cute and clean and the servers were nice enough. read more

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Total Deliciousness! I'm so happy we decided to stop in here after a visit to the Mint Museum! We just had the most delicious dinner of the Fresh Catch and Seasonal Special- grilled flaky white fish, fresh greens, hearty grains, bright sauces, and sooo yummy! I mean, I can't say enough about how good it was to have these light and refreshing dishes on a hot summer day...don't pass on the Gingerade either because it's so tasty. Best of all are the staff, like Elena, who work hard to create a warm dining atmosphere with smiles, extra attention to details, and fantastic customer service. I may live 4 hours away, but I plan to come back every time I come to visit Charlotte until I've tried everything on the menu! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Taking leftovers home! Grilled Catch Dinner Plate Hush Puppies Light & Bright Grilled Catch Salad - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Been eating here for months and have tried all the dishes but the clam chowder is like no other! Thanks to Penelope for recommending it, now I have a new favorite dish. Will definitely come back for more. read more

I popped in here for a quick dinner one night recently while on a brief pass through Charlotte. I kind of stumbled on the place and wasn't sure about it. It had kind of a fast food vibe, but what I found was the exact opposite. It has a menu that you kind of take a marker "check off the boxes "for your main course, proteins, sides, etc. The staff was very nice and very attentive! I have to say the food was delivered very quickly and it was hot and very fresh and tasty! I got the grilled salmon with rice, coleslaw, and a couple of side sauces. Everything was fresh and very delicious and no complaints. My only one reservation, and maybe two, Was the portion was kind of small, more like a "lunch portion" than a dinner portion, but still delicious and very filling. My only other issue was although the place was empty, but with a lot of to go traffic, several tables I went to sit at had not been cleaned, and the place was very well staffed and I was a little surprised, but definitely not a dealbreaker. I think for a quick lunch or a quick dinner passing through don't be fooled by the façade. It is not fast food! Very healthy, very delicious, nicely put together with a great staff, preparing and serving. read more

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Perfect light lunch options for a professional on the go. Shoutout to manager Kayla for creating a clean and welcoming environment! highly recommend read more

Serving concept resembles a fast food restaurant. Pricing and food taste was just OK.

Good fish spot. Got the blackened fish sandwich, the grilled salmon with the teriyaki glaze, and the fish and chips platter with an extra piece. Both the salmon and the sandwich were around 20 dollars, but frankly the amount of salmon was quite small and the blackened fish in the sandwich was pretty thin. Both tasted really good but it's hard for me to justify the price for how little fish you're getting. The fish n chips was about 24 dollars because of the extra piece and I think adding it extra for 4 dollars made it worth it. The batter and crispness is just right and the chips for all the dishes were amazing. Really nailed it. I would recommend you try the fish n chips with an extra piece. read more

Holy crap so yummy! I had the chili crisp shrimp with veggies and it was SO good! Run, don't walk, and get you some!

Omg today was my first time eating there for lunch! The customer service was excellent and very professional. The environment was nice and calm when I went today and the restaurant was clean, neat. Food was fresh and prepared made to order definitely loved that!! If you have a chance definitely stop by!!! I believe the manager name on duty that was there was Kayla ( I hope that's right I can't remember) but super sweet! read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch after visiting my local office. It was only a block away and I had heard about the one in ATL so today was the day to try it out. They have laminated menus with erasable markers. I asked the server his recommendation and he said fish and chips so I went with his recommendation and added a bowl of their chowdah. Everything came out at once. I ate the chowdah first to let the fish cool down a bit. The fish came with vinegar and their homemade tartar sauce which had a hint of dill. I enjoyed the meal- the chowdah was thick with potatoes and clams, the fries and fish both went great with the tartar sauce. The only thing I would address is the volume of the music. It was about maxed out and was a bit much on a Friday afternoon. Other than that, great spot to grab a bite when in the area . read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Late Friday lunch! - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I tried this location for the first time last week and I really enjoyed my food. The customer service was also great. The gentleman that took my order was patient and allowed me to take my time to explore the menu and did not make me feel rushed. I got the lobster roll in Parmesan tater tots. I look forward to going back again soon! read more

I love Fish N Chips. This was some of the best I've had. Great crisp on the fish and chips. Generous portion. Very clean seating area. Great staff. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Fish & Chips - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Came in the other day for lunch, and the first thing you notice is how cozy the restaurant feels. Decorations are fun. The cashier, Elena, helped me decide on what to eat and gave me a few recommendations (thank you for telling me about the lobster roll!). The fish sandwich was super good, and comes with fries. Will come back again! read more

I visited on February 20, 2026, for lunch, and I can confidently say it will be my last time there. I had to wait at the register for 5 to 7 minutes before anyone took our order. When I ordered a soft drink with my meal, I was rudely informed that I needed to turn on the machine myself using the key on the side to get something to drink. This request struck me as odd, especially since it was 11:45 AM, and this task should have been handled by the staff during their opening procedures. Additionally, when I asked for malt vinegar to accompany my fish, I was given regular white vinegar, as if they were the same. The staff's behavior is the main reason I will not return, as neither the service nor the food was particularly impressive. read more

Made an unexpected stop here for lunch after Hola festival and I'm so glad I did. I don't consider myself a seafood lover so I never thought to stop in here on a solo mission but ok this occasion I wasn't alone and figured that surely there was something on the menu I could eat. Upon arrival (midday on a Saturday) the restaurant was empty so there was no wait. I had a few menu questions and the guy behind the register was super helpful and genuinely cared about customer service. I ended up with the fish and chips meal and a small clam chowder soup. We sat in a cute little table next to the soda machine that gave the vibes like we were eating at a table on a boat. The food didn't take long to come out and was served hot and fresh. Both the fish and fries were delicious. Seasoned well, crispy enough but not over cooked, a good batter to filling ratio and they weren't "fishy" if you know what I mean. The clam chowder was delicious. Creamy and flavorful. I really enjoyed my lunch here today. The inside was very clean and the staff was great. Thank you. read more

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Quick quality seafood... Brown Bag Seafood really impressed me with it's delicious Pollock. I love Pollock because it's the least fishy fish (to me). You can also sub it out for Cod, but with my fish and chips platter the Pollock was the perfect pair. The fish comes out hot and flaky, with these thick seasoned fries and cole slaw. The fries as a side are absolutely delicious, they taste like Arbys curly fries, but steak fry thick. The decor and ambiance was excellent, the two seater tables shows someone put some thought into how the dining room should look. The tables nooks play on the themes of being out at sea, with a rope hanging from above and a lantern below. There is also patio seating for great people watching. Location is excellent, in the heart of uptown on South Tryon as you enter the city. You can park on the street or swing around to the decks. Customer service was 5 stars and the real reason I even ate here. I was headed somewhere else, but stopped in to check out the menu. Tiara was so kind and informative, that I just cancelled my other reservation and stayed. Dre-Bo* and Tee (sorry if I spelled that wrong) were also top tier. Any question or small request, the crew was on it. Pro tip: There is another location about 5 min away in south end, if that's even more convenient. But if you want the best customer service...this is the one. read more

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Their portions are smaller than I'd like relative to the price, but their fish is high quality. I've had the grilled salmon caesar. It was delicious! read more

I saw this place driving in to work last week and made a point to head over on Good Friday for some seafood. I admit, it took a minute to figure out what was on the menu and how to order. The prices are a lot high for uptown during lunch. So this will be a "treat" location. $34 for a decent sized lobster roll and $15 for a power bowl w/grilled salmon is A LOT. To get you over the sticker shock they have a very attentive staff and they were making food to order. I would suggest printing a menu and placing on the wall or window when you enter from the street. Those cookies need a price drop for the size or make them 2 for the current price. Lobster rolls may not be a good fit for the price on a lunch menu. read more

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I try to avoid franchises when I can, but I had just gotten into town and was looking to grab a quick dinner. A friend called Brown Bag an upscale LJS (that pirate themed seafood chain) and she wasn't wrong. They have laminated menus with check boxes so you just fill it out with your order, take it to the counter to pay, and they give you your order number. They got the food to me super quick. It wasn't a busy time so I can't judge completely on the service. The seared tuna was delicious. And the tater tots? So darn good. If I lived near a location, this would become one of my regular spots for a quick lunch or a bite before going to a game. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Seared tuna with truffle parm totts and ancient grains. - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Probably the most crispy fish l I have ever had! I order the crispy cod as a sandwich which comes with some pickled vegetables/slaw. The combination of the tart veggies with the savory fish between two buns is perfect to me. I've ordered this twice now and the portion size has not disappointed. In fact, my last sandwich came with an extra piece of fish. I ended up taking it out to eat separately so it was easier to eat while the other piece was definitely enough for the sandwich. The fish tastes fresh and not overly seasoned since you have multiple options for sauces to add. I've only tried the tartar sauce which tastes great. I like to order through the app to skip the line (not usually long) and eat in the restaurant. The staff are kind and attentive. It's a nice spot for quick lunch break and definitely good value. read more

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Brown bag seafood is a Fast casual seafood spot , think shrimp ,salads, salmon bowls, lobster rolls & more . Originally started in Chicago with now locations here in Charlotte & Atlanta . I'm a seafood lover so I'm loving this whole fast casual seafood concept. The lobster roll stole my heart ! It's pretty safe to say when I'm feeling like a quick seafood dash I'm sprinting right on over to brown bag Seafood . They also have another location in huntersville and soon uptown . read more

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Brightly lit, cute design and nice colors. The place is efficiently designed with a smaller dining room but there is dining both inside and out. The staff was both helpful and friendly, the menu has various options for all kinds of eaters. The food was so fresh and flavorful. I could have eaten my salad twice! So good. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salmon Veggie Blend - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Excellent. Healthy options and less healthy options. Plain fries and buffalo blue cheese fries were amazing. Greens and grins bowl also delish. I'll be back! read more

great customer service missed ideam in ordering and came out with curricy love this place and will be comming back

Kayla and Fran were especially amazing. Wasn't here on business, but they were awesome. Great lobster roll too, btw. The bit my cat didn't eat. read more

ROUND OF APPLAUSE! WELL DONE!!! All I can say is job well done!!! It was so refreshing to have a craving for something specific and a place deliver! I woke with a serious craving for fried fish sandwiches and was planning on making them for dinner. My boyfriend reminded me that Brown Bag was on my list of places to try so we ended up ordering takeout. We both order the fish sandwich which comes fried with lettuce and pickles. The slaw was on the side and complemented the sandwich perfectly! The fries! The fries were seasoned to perfection and had the perfect crunch on the outside and fluffy potato inside! The boss sauce which has a big hot sauce undertone was very yummy! I as excited to go back and try so many more items on the menu! Thank you for the perfect lunch! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Don't bother ordering online - it'll give you a time and then you'll end up waiting in the restaurant for 20+ more minutes after that. Why even have an online ordering system. Food is good but definitely is not a quick lunch option. read more

Very friendly and quick service. The blackened hake and grilled salmon are both tasty. I thoroughly enjoyed my vegibox topped with fish.

Brown bag catered to the office. Chicken was very tender and onions and peppers brought a lot of flavor. This was one of the best times I had brown bag due to being able to put how much I wanted on my plate. Typically it is too pricy and the food you order in store doesn't fill up the bowl they give you. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Grilled Chicken plate - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Truly one of my very favorite lunch spots at this end of the city! I have been at least 20 times since they opened and had the pleasure of meeting the owner on opening day - she was a delight. The organization is female founded, owned and run! They focus on sustainably caught and fresh seafood. There are daily specials and regulars that I look forward to weekly. The staff is always so nice and helpful and the restaurant is light and airy. I have loved everything on the menu so far (gotta try the lobster roll - even though pricey, it's worth it!) and this is one of my favorite lunch combos - the tuna on greens with a side of fries. It's called balance :) read more

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I was told by a friend that I needed to try this place. You will have to pay for parking. The ambiance is inspired by fishing and you can eat inside/ outside. When you walk in you will walk up to a dry erase menu and dry erase makers to write down your order. We ordered the lobster roll and fries with a gingerade. The service was great, we ordered French fries instead of tater tots but we got taters instead. The employees immediately fixed our order. However, the tots were tasty! the lobster roll needed some seasoning. There's a first time for everything. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - dry erase menu - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I was in town for a conference and went to Yelp to find a place for an easy lunch- I was so happy I found Brown Bag! The service was incredibly welcoming, helpful and polite the entire way through. I created my own vegetable bowl with seared tuna and the golden ginger lime sauce on the side. It was the best lunch I could have ever asked for. The tuna was seared perfectly, the bowl was full of fresh veggies- broccoli, green beans, spinach, kale. Not over oiled or overseasoned, cooked perfectly so the veggies still had a crunch. They have a bunch of unique sauces and I loved trying several- really cool flavor combos. I ate half of my lunch there because the space was so bright and comfortable. If you're looking for a great lunch, definitely check out Brown Bag. I wish they had a location where I live! read more

The office-worker's lunch market is, I imagine, tricky: on one hand, if you have the right location, you have a built-in customer base; on the other hand, you have a lot of competition, and if you get something wrong with pricing, product, or service, those costumers will turn their backs on you pretty quickly. Brown Bag deserves a long life. Service is quick, the price point is around the "under $15 with a drink" usual for uptown Charlotte (I usually get the daily catch salad; other options are available). Everything is fresh and the portion size is perfect. There are a couple of other places you could get something broadly comparable, but Brown Bag is the best of the bunch, and offers a clean, pleasant place to sit if you don't want to hear back to your desk. (It would be a good fast casual option if you're at an uptown hotel as well, although they're not open late.) read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Daily Catch Salad - Salad Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina