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4.4 (750 reviews)
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Chicken piccata
Anna B.

Firstly, I loved how allergen friendly they are. They immediately ask you if there's any allergies to be aware of and are helpful when ordering. My husband has a serious dairy allergy, so considerations like these are crucial for a stress-free dining experience. Food was pretty good, too! My only criticism is that flavor felt lacking to an extent. For example, the chicken piccatta was great! But... I had to ask for a lemon to squeeze over it because I couldn't taste any lemon. However beyond that, it was a good experience. Nice and elegant atmosphere, great service, and good food!

Side Caesar Salad
Kayla P.

Service was good (thanks, Kevin!). The setting was casual dining and had ample space for seating. I had the General Tso Cauliflower and it was tasty. A friend had a Caesar Salad and enjoyed it. My downside was my Mediterranean Chicken Risotto. The protein portion size was good - but the chicken was bland and I wished for a larger rice portion. I put a good amount of salt and pepper on the chicken but it was super pale and had zero flavor. The lemon butter sauce with pesto drops was a great add on, but it probably needs more. Friends

General Tso Bowl with Added Shrimp
Geannine B.

A visit to Burtons Grill & Bar should be a must when you come to Charlotte, NC! The aroma draws you into the upscale establishment with picture frame windows, eclectic seating, and bar dining in the center of the restaurant. Appetizers featuring Colossal Shrimp with house made Cucumber Salad and their Meaty, Dry Rubbed Wings were excellent starters! Aaliyah was an amazing Server as she catered to our passion for great food! The Seven Layer Chocolate Cake was the Perfect Ending to a Great Meal. My only suggestion is to serve the Seven Layer Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream!

She-Crab Soup
Kel G.

I called 3 days in advance to book a reservation for a party of 7. I was told they could only accommodate a group of 6, I booked it anyways. As a turn of event , one of my friends cancelled. When we got to our table, it had 7 chairs! Not sure why I was lied to. Menu was decent. Paying for table bread is crazy though. I was also disappointed they didn't offer oysters nor mussels. Ordered: she-crab soup, crab crusted haddock with jasmine rice and broccoli. The service was slow. But the restaurant wasn't packed. There were quite a few empty tables. It Took over 40 minutes for everyone to get their appetizers and entrees weren't service until an hour into the service. Despite the service, the food was pretty good. She-crab soup was nice and HOT! I hate luke warm soup so I was happy it was hot. The serving size of the haddock was huge. The fish was crispy and well seasoned but the rice was bland and broccoli was too soft/mushy. I also tried some of my friend's spinach artichoke dip; it was good except it was too salty.

Everything Bagel Seasoned Bread Service
Anthony C.

Went on Valentines Night - Thankfully they had some extra space for a small party of 5. Our waitress was attentive, she gave us pretty good recommendations, and made sure we had what we needed. I got the Cabernet Braised Short Ribs w/ Mashed Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts and I definitely could taste to Cabernet. I wasn't expecting them to have a strong cab taste, but they were fine. The potatoes tasted a bit earthy considering there wasn't any peeling in them. The brussels sprouts was good. We also go the Filet Mignon, and it was under cooked, we asked for medium well and it was cooked medium rare. Then we get to the NY Strip, the strip was probably the best tasting out of the 3 in my opinion. The menu wasn't huge but still had some diverse options depending on what you're looking for. Overall, still a good place for an intimate night out considering their large cocktail/drink options. I'd go back but I'd definitely order a few different things next time.

Crabcake sandwich at Burtons Grill & Bar, Charlotte
Bruce K.

I've been meaning to get back to Burtons since the Yelp event, and the chance for a proper date night finally appeared. We arrived to a very busy dining room, just ahead of the Friday evening rush. After a short wait while the host checked on tables, we were shown to a comfortable booth. Our waitress was lovely and took excellent care of us, including a clear explanation of their allergy procedures. We're not gluten free, but it was reassuring to see that level of attention. We started with the bread service, which was a great choice. A warm pull‑apart roll with olive oil, butter and tapenade made for a simple, satisfying appetizer before the main courses arrived. Mrs. K chose the crabcake sandwich, a generous crabcake on a brioche bun with truffle fries. I'm not convinced the truffle fries were worth the upgrade since most of the topping had fallen off, and my regular fries were excellent. Your mileage may vary. I went with the Maxx Burger, cooked exactly medium rare as requested. A tall, indulgent stack with a big patty, all the trimmings and fried onion strings. Absolutely delicious, a little drippy and completely satisfying. Even though we were both full, dessert still happened. A slice of chocolate cake, boxed to go, packed neatly in a container that fit perfectly with the chocolate and raspberry sauces in small pots. A thoughtful finish. Cindy took wonderful care of us throughout the evening, and the whole experience made for a terrific date night. Burtons is definitely joining our regular rotation. [Review 46 of 2026 - 4525 in North Carolina - 25236 overall]

Mashed potatoes
Holly D.

We had a delicious meal. We started with the order of firecracker shrimp. I enjoyed the sweet heat. He ordered the tender tasty braised short ribs with mashed potatoes and well seasoned vegetables. I ordered the haddock with crab, very tasty, needed more sauce, perfectly seasoned broccoli, a Caesar salad salad

Pomegranate martini
Rayshel W.

It was my birthday on Wednesday and got this recommendation from TikTok. The music was soo good. Not too loud and not too low. Multiple martini options with delicious flavors. General Tso cauliflower appetizer was one of the best vegetarian menu items offered. Short ribbed grilled cheese was delicious. It was like the adult version of what is considered a kids meal. Veggie burger was good. Kids menu offered a decent amount of options. Chicken and mushroom ravioli was good. Bread service. Yum. Yum. Yum. Calamari was well seasoned. Slightly spicy. Shaleen was a good waitress. Patient and attentive.

Maple Sriracha wings
Wl G.

We come here all the time. The food is always good. I will say the salmon is my favorite, so I got the salmon Caesar and my husband got the ahi poke bowl. The poke bowl was just okay. Also, the pomegranate martini is my favorite.

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Crystal S.

This was my second time dining here, my first was for brunch. From start to finish, the service both times was amazing. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu regardless of which staff you ask. Our appetizer was the general tso cauliflower and Philly cheesesteak spring rolls. The cauliflower is amazing! The spring rolls were ok but I'm not sure I'd order again. I had the crab crusted haddock as my entree and opted for the sautéed spinach and garlic mashed potatoes as my sides. Both were amazing. As for the atmosphere it's very well decorated, warm lighting and they have indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations highly recommended.

Helen M.

On our 2nd day in Charlotte, I found this place with tons of gluten-free options. There was so much to choose from the gluten-free menu, but we were so amazed by their selection. Here are a few things we got: *Bread Service - shareable gf focaccia served with pesto, herb & garlic butter, olive tapenade. Their sauces were good, but the bread was a bit hard and cold. If it was warm up, it would be easier to spread. Ribeye - 14oz. 28-day aged ribeye, bone marrow butter, seasonal vegetable, garlic mashed potatoes. Delicious cut with their bone marrow butter. *Mediterranean Chicken Risotto -- artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, spinach, feta, lemon butter sauce, pesto. * Seven-layer chocolate cake -- chocolate frosting, hot fudge, Maldon sea salt, raspberry coulis. Freaking ass delicious and it's gluten-free. Restaurant location: Burton's Grill & Bar 1601 E Woodlawn Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209 Must-try menu items: Gluten free 7 layer chocolate cake Portion sizes: Decent size Menu highlights: So Much Gluten free options for dinner and brunch

RA C.

Burtons - East Woodlawn Road Every dish was excellent! First time at this location. Crispy Calamari General Tso Cauliflower Firecracker Shrimp Lemon Chicken Soup Crispy Fish sandwich with Fries And......their AMAZING chocolate cake!!!

Crispy Fish Sandwich

Very nice atmosphere and service. We came for the first time to try the full gluten free menu!

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Culinary Dropout

Culinary Dropout

4.1(428 reviews)
3.3 mi•South End, Dilworth
•$$
Full bar
Happy hour specials

We were close to uptown and looking for an early evening dinner spot. Knowing that CD is going to…read morebe opening a location at the Bowl in Ballantyne (which is closer to us) we thought we'd give it a shot. Walked in and immediately loved the vibe. Big, open and airy. Lots of seating and a few party rooms too. Loved the outdoor seating too. If it had been a little cooler that would have been perfect. They have cornhole and ping pong and just a fun atmosphere out there. Our server was warm and attentive. We did not have to wait for refills and she was quick to answer any questions we had. We started with a few apps - the chips and onion dip and the pigs in a blanket. The chips were well salted and the onion dip was DELISH!!! The pigs were wrapped in homemade party dough and came with a honey mustard crème fraiche. They were so good!! For entrees we tried the fried chicken, prime rib dip, and the meatloaf. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The mashed potatoes were so good too. The only misstep on this dish was the biscuit. Way too dense and not very flavorful. The prime rib dip was tender and came on the most crispy bread. What a great combo! The only thing that wasn't great were the fries, just nothing too special. The meatloaf dish was flavorful and came with those yummy mashed potatoes so great pairing. We didn't have room for dresser on site but we did take the monkey bread to go and enjoyed it later. Good portion size and full of apple and caramel flavor. Did not regret taking that home!! Really looking forward to this spot opening closer to home. Highly recommended

Quite a disappointment. We arrived and were told we would have a 30 minute wait for a table but we…read morecould sit at the bar while on the list. There was lots of confusion at the hostess desk and I even had to ask if they needed our contact information. We checked our name on the list thirty minutes in and we were next in line. At forty minutes I checked again and the group that had been listed after us was now ahead of us and we were second in line. They needed a table for three and we were a table for two. I went and asked what was happening and the staff was dismissive and had no ability to discuss the situation. We saw multiple issues with food orders around us as well as incorrect billing which was concerning. This doesn't seem like an establishment ready to handle the volume of patrons it's built for. Some staff were great while others were far from professional or customer focused. Not a place I will return to.

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Postino Ballantyne

Postino Ballantyne

4.2(247 reviews)
7.9 mi•Ballantyne
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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

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The Crunkleton

4.5(542 reviews)
3.3 mi•Elizabeth
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So I walked in thinking I made a reservation for the night but turns out it was for two weeks out…read more The hostess was very accommodating over my mistake and offered us seating right away on the patio which worked out fine! My hubby and I ordered the street corn which was delicious with a little bit of spice. For my main I ordered the chicken picatta and thought it was very nice! The chicken with the lemon was really refreshing. I loved my mocktail as well! Probably one of the best I've had so far! To finish we ordered the pecan pie with dulce ice cream and it was delicious! Would love to go back and check out the inside of the restaurant too!

Celebrating my 55th birthday with a brunch at Crunkleton. This was my first visit, but will…read moredefinitely not be my last. First and foremost, our waiter, Alan was the best! I'm talking top tier, Veuve Clicquot Brut service...with a little spice...Best! He was so accommodating and keep us laughing the entire time. He went out of his way to make my day special! We started with beignets, oysters on the half shell and cocktails. Espresso Martinis, a Dirty Martini, and a specialty cocktail made to order. It may sound like a weird combination, but it all paired well together. I was in the mood for beef. So, I ordered the Wagyu Brunch Burger- 1/2 lb Wagyu, Over-Easy Egg, Grilled Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Hollandaise, Avocado Spread, Brioche Bun, Garlic and Herb Fries. The fam had the Veggie Ranchero omelet- Seasonal Beans, Grilled Corn, Pico de Gallo, Poblano, Cheddar, Avocado, Tortilla Strips, Ranchero, Chipotle-Lime Crema, and a Hashbrown Casserole. Fingerling Breakfast potatoes, with a side of bacon and eggs, and another Hashbrown Casserole. Everything was cooked to perfection. I had such a great time and can't wait to return. I even made a recommendation to a friend who dined there Labor Day weekend and enjoyed her experience. I'll be back soon for sure!

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300 East - Fried Chicken and Biscuit, so tasty for a brunchie bite. Super tender and moist, seasoned chix breast.

300 East

4.1(1.1k reviews)
2.7 mi•South End, Dilworth
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300 East is this American restaurant in this quaint and old house. There is parking in the back and…read morethere are two levels inside along with an outdoor space for seating. It can feel tight in there, but it does give very much cozy and autumnal vibes. As for the service, our waiter was very friendly and attentive! I got the Breakfast Pizza and the Matilda Wong. So the Matilda Wong is a popular cocktail at the restaurant, in part because it comes in a pitcher, which is not huge but the drink can definitely shared by two people. It tasted really good honestly, with various fruity hints. I felt a slight buzz after sipping on it for a bit. The Breakfast Pizza was super good! I ate the entire piece on my own, but I probably could have split it with my friend. The fried egg, chorizo, and the queso fresco were amazing toppings on the pizza. I wanted to try the famous Baked French Onion Soup, but it was not available for brunch. This is a really good place for American food that has a slight mix of global flavors. The ambiance was nice and the food was tasty. I would definitely come back, maybe for dinner next time.

Enjoyed my brunch at 300 East. It was a relaxing environment and the service was friendly and…read morethorough. I had my food and a cocktail and wrote in my journal. I ordered: Rustic Benedict Poached Eggs*, Pancetta, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Arugula, Herb Hollandaise, Grilled Sourdough 16.5 The Rum One Rum, Orange Bitters, Sour, Pineapple 14

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Suffolk Punch Brewing - South End - Sándwich

Suffolk Punch Brewing - South End

4.0(855 reviews)
2.2 mi
•$$

My first time visiting NC, and I must say, this is by far the best restaurant I've yet to find. I…read morehad the smash burger, truffle fries, and a Joyride IPA. As a burger connoisseur I was very impressed at how fast they produced such a good meal, it was juicy, perfectly balanced flavor-wise, and is a nice high-end take on a traditional American meal (4.4/5). The truffle fries- I've never lacked the urge to order a side of ranch in my life, until now. Crispy outside, buttery inside, excellent ketchup to match (4.6/5). The Joyride- that first sip was one I'll tell to my grandchildren. For a west coast IPA (as a west coaster myself I have rather high standard), it was also phenomenal. Not too hoppy, light in color not flavor, and an almost smoky background. It was refreshing both physically, emotionally, and spiritually (4.7/5). Service was also fantastic, and the sour beer samples I had did not disappoint. These scores are all very high in my book, so anything less than 5 stars overall feels like a crime.

Suffolk Punch is easily one of my favorite spots right off the Rail Trail. It works for just about…read moreanything, whether you're grabbing a quick caffeine fix or meeting up with friends. I stopped by for an iced Cinnamon Toast Crunch latte made with Hex Coffee and oat milk. It has a great balance of espresso without being cloying, making it one of my favorite drink orders on the trail. Alongside it, the little gem wedge salad was fresh, crisp, and held up surprisingly well to go. Also, shoutout to their $10 chicken tender Tuesdays; their specials are easily some of the best weeknight food deals in South End. I haven't made it out for trivia yet, but between the patio vibes, solid menu, and easy trail access, it's such an effortless place to hang out. Definitely keeping this one on heavy rotation!

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Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Uptown - Steak Frites and dark meat chicken.

Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Uptown

4.1(861 reviews)
3.8 mi•Uptown, First Ward
•$$

In town for the lions / panthers SNF game. We had dinner here our first night in town. The…read morebeginning didn't start out great, we had a reservation and showed up about 10 mins before it, but we weren't sat until about 20 minutes after our scheduled time. After being seated we were greeted right away. Our server was great, I did not catch his name though! The restaurant was busy and we sat upstairs. Nice comfortable setting. They were out of a lot of dishes but we did get the trout. Short rib, calamari, hanger steak and some of their sides. Everything was very fresh and delicious. It was also my husbands birthday so we got a wonderful piece of their coconut cake. Overall a great meal and would come back

Went around 6:00 on a Friday night and it was booming! Thank goodness for a reservation. Very nice…read moreinside with lots of lighting. Our server was super attentive and friendly. She even suggested her favorite menu items to us! Now the food... was... DELISH!!! I didn't take pictures of the appetizers but they served bread with olive oil and we ordered the smoked chicken wings for the table. The wings were amazing, as well as the ranch I was a little hesitant to order the pork loin with this peach and arugula salad thing on top but I went for it and MAN was it excellent! I didn't take pictures of the sides but we also ordered the Mac & cheese and Yukon gold purée and they were some of the best side dishes I've ever had. Especially the mashed potatoes and I am a bit of a mashed potato connoisseur Portion sizes were pretty big, we brought home leftovers. Definitely on the pricier side.

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Easy Like Sunday - Chocolate chip pancakes and shrimp and grits

Easy Like Sunday

4.3(1.2k reviews)
0.1 mi
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My husband and I first visited Easy Like Sunday about two years ago and immediately fell in love…read morewith this little restaurant. It's small, intimate, stylish and inviting. It's the kind of place that feels notably special, distinguished and high end without ever feeling stuffy. Everyone is warm and professional, and the food is absolutely worth every penny. During our first visit, I took a chance and ordered the grits. I normally avoid restaurant grits because they're almost always bland, flavorless and gelatinous. But the grits at Easy Like Sunday were completely different in the best way. Creamy with the slightest grainy texture and so perfectly seasoned that you don't need to add butter, salt, pepper or anything else. I had been daydreaming about those grits for two years. We finally made it back this past Friday and arrived when the doors opened at 9:00am. We were seated immediately. I ordered the Little Bit of Everything with eggs, bacon, those unforgettable grits and a thick, fluffy, delicious buttermilk pancake. That first spoonful of grits tasted exactly the way I remembered, maybe even better. My eyes actually welled up with tears. I know that sounds extreme but I'm not exaggerating. After waiting two years to taste them again, they felt familiar and comforting, like coming home. Our waitress, Diana, made the morning even more special. She was warm, welcoming and accommodating. When I told her I could nearly cry over those grits, she didn't make me feel silly or dramatic. She agreed saying,"Oh, I know! We have the best grits!" She said she completely understood why that first bite made me feel emotional. Being served by Diana felt like being taken care of by an old friend. We had never met her before, yet she treated us as though she had known us for years. Easy Like Sunday is a hidden little treasure tucked away across the street from Park Road Shopping Center. It's the kind of place you take someone special for a first date, an anniversary, a milestone, a birthday or simply a morning you want to remember. The atmosphere is cozy and polished, the food is wonderful, and Diana is an absolute gem. We cannot wait to return!

Our server was great, but unfortunately, the food was below average and didn't quite live up to the…read moreexpectations. Ube has such a naturally rich, nutty, and creamy flavor that I expected the pancake to have plenty of that character. Instead, it was dry, lacked moisture and flavor, and honestly tasted more like a regular pancake with ube coloring than an actual ube pancake. We also ordered the French toast and a cup of coffee, and the total came out to around $47. I'm glad we gave it a try, but overall, the meal was pretty underwhelming. The service was the highlight, but the food was just so-so.

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Easy Like Sunday - House made sweet ricotta stuffed French toast and peach lavender mimosa

House made sweet ricotta stuffed French toast and peach lavender mimosa

Easy Like Sunday - Vegan hash

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