My husband and I were in Charlotte for the evening and we took a chance on walking in to The…read moreDegenerate. It was a Friday night two weeks before Christmas, but it was only 5:45pm so I feel like we got lucky. We were able to walk in and be seated right away. We ordered cocktails and embraced the tapas menu, ordering too many things to sample and share. We sadly had to leave some of it behind. Our waitress was a sweetheart and though the restaurant space was big and open, the warm wood and exposed brick inside made it feel welcoming and cozy. There was enough room between tables that we didn't feel crammed in and the table was big enough to hold all the delicious goodness. I felt like two top tables can sometimes barely hold your water glass and bread plate. We head to Charlotte pretty regularly for various things, and I would like to bring our teenage boys back sometime. I think they would really like the menu and style of the restaurant. Nice enough for a quick date night before and event, but casual enough that I feel like we could bring the teens and not have to "dress up".

This is me and my lady's favorite date spot. Great small plates, great cocktails, rotating menu…read more Service is always quick, too. I do think the interior sometimes feels a bit too "open-concept," if you know what I mean... ...but who cares?! The food is great! Of the stuff that stays on the menu, I really like: the chicken sandwich, the tandoori carrots, the mussels, and the pierogis. As for the current menu: I really like the watermelon caprese salad, scallops, and curry chicken tacos.

My husband and I visited The Workman's Friend for dinner, an Irish pub in Charlotte, for the first…read moretime at the end of August and had a fantastic experience. It was fairly busy, but we walked in without a reservation and were seated indoors right away. We ordered two Guinnesses, the Mussels appetizer (with garlic bread), and split the Fish & Chips plate. Everything was incredible. The cod was perfectly beer-battered, the hand-cut chips were crisp and hearty, and the green peas and tartar sauce rounded it out beautifully. The mussels and garlic bread were also delicious (even ordered a second garlic bread). I would 100% order both dishes again. Our server was also friendly, attentive, and gave honest, helpful recommendations. Prices felt fair for the quality, and the overall experience hit all the right notes. We've already recommended it to friends and will definitely be back. A cozy, welcoming spot for comfort food done right.

Workmans is a household favorite of ours! Their tomato soup is amazing, and so is their Shepards…read morePie. Not to mention their drinks and vibes are always great. Will always be back to Workmans

This place just blew me away... It's hard to find a place that not only has 10/10 food but also…read more10/10 staff. Firstly it was prom night and we got caught up at photos so we were late to our original reservation time. The front desk staff were so accommodating and made sure to still get us a good table in less than 5 minutes even while being busy. Our server, Gwen, was AMAZINGGG and made our first time experience at this restaurant 100/10. I could go on and on about how great she was. You can tell this place puts a lot of thought and care into who they hire, everyone was so freaking nice! As we were leaving they even took care of our parking fee. By far my new favorite restaurant and I will definitely be coming back (and asking for Gwen)

Catalina is one of the most consistent restaurants in town, across the board. First, the restaurant…read moreis beautifully decorated, lots of seating (indoors and outdoor), with a nice bar area. Peter was our server and he was top notch-great recommendations and made sure to check on us throughout. I had the Strawberry Sangria, and my friend had the lavender lemonade mocktail-10/10 We tried the burrata on Peter's recommendation and not only was it delicious but it was the perfect size to share and not get too full. For entrees, we split the seafood pasta and the lasagna. Fresh pasta, fresh seafood, meaty lasagna. The portions are nice and we both went home with doggie bags. They also gave my friend a card and an ice cream sundae for her birthday. She was shocked and it was a really nice surprise for her. Bonus-they validate parking for the deck next door. Thank you for a wonderful meal!

Date night landed us in NoDa. McHales Pub is in the heart of…read moreNoDa. The staff was friendly, we sat in the bar area on a salvaged church pew and stool. The signs, the hints of Irish detail are adorable. The highlight of this visit were the Leprechaun Balls. Crispy balls of Irish cheddar, cream cheese, and jalapeño, I really didn't even need the ranch that came with them. Not too spicy, just the right amount of jalapeno flavor. Yes the pub burger was good. The fries were delicious!!! My husband enjoyed the fish sandwich (which he did not let me get a bite of, lol) But again the show stopper for me were the Leprechaun Balls and I literally ordered them because the name was cute but they were mouth watering.

If only this place had opened when I still lived in NoDa. I would have been a regular for sure! I…read morelove a good Irish pub. There is something comforting about them. Maybe it's the fact that they can be found all over the world. Well now one can be found in the NoDa neighborhood of Charlotte and it definitely delivers the cozy pub vibes. They host trivia nights as well as musical acts, and even movie nights! Not to mention the food has been getting rave reviews. I myself have not had the pleasure yet of trying their food, but I can say they pour a great Guinness!

Oh. My. God. I am obsessed with this place. I come here almost once a week, and it never…read moredisappoints. Not only is the staff incredibly kind, hardworking, and professional, but they're also always friendly and helpful with any questions or concerns. If you love a fun theme--or especially if you're into the Grateful Dead--this is absolutely your spot. They have huge painted bears on the side of the building and mainly play Grateful Dead music, which adds such a fun personality to the place. And of course, the food is AWESOME. From the burgers and hot dogs to the fries and hand-spun milkshakes, everything is consistently delicious. There's pretty much something for everyone here. Could not recommend this place more.

Incredibly friendly staff, they even did hi to our dog!…read more Everything is clean and well organized. The outside is shaded to provide comfort. The food blew my mind!! I am a lifelong hotdog fan. I look for them in every city. Clark's wins!

Drew Is a amazing server, fast, reliable, kind. Food was like 2026 Divorced Luka , AKA "The GOAT"…read more Will recommend to everyone and anyone please move to Hamburg NY. Food 5 Stars, Service 5 Stars. All Around 5 Stars!

Midwood Smokehouse is one of my go-to BBQ spots in Charlotte--it's just consistently good…read more The highlight for me is the beef rib, but it's a bit of a "know before you go" situation. It's only available on Saturdays and Sundays, and they make a limited batch--usually around 11-12 ribs for the day--so once they're gone, they're gone. If you want one, go early. When you get it, it's huge, smoky, and rich. Some people mention it being a little fatty, but that's part of what makes it so good. The mac and cheese is exactly what you want with BBQ--creamy, indulgent, and a perfect side to balance the meat. Their sides in general are strong, which a lot of people call out. Also love the pickles they serve with everything. It's a small detail, but it cuts through the richness and makes the whole plate better. Overall, it's not trying to be ultra-traditional NC BBQ--it leans more Texas-style--but it's reliable, flavorful, and somewhere I keep coming back to.

One of the best meals I have had in a long time. We were a large party of 10+. It is a relatively…read moresmall and quaint place but making reservations ahead of time was well worth it. The appetizer spread we ordered was lights out. We loved the burrata with focaccia bread. The fried artichokes were like nothing I ever had before. My entree itself was out of this world. I had the braised short rib and for side the fingerling potatoes. The potatoes were cooked to perfection with crisp and just an amazing punch of rosemary. The beef was out of this world. My only constructive feedback was my dessert was very petit. I ordered a scoop of the cookies and cream ice cream. It was delish and full of cookie taste but the size made me chuckle.

A delicious addition to the italian restaurant scene in Charlotte…read more The Calabrian chili pappardelle is perfectly al dente with a building heat from the chilis that complements the rich beef. While only the ricotta zeppoles are pictured, high praise is due to their brunch menu from what I've tried. Particularly, the ricotta pancakes (lemony and fluffy with delicious fruit compote) and the breakfast potato's. Would not recommend the kale salad (in dire need of the kale being massaged before serving), and the tuna crudo was lacking texture and acid.

Most experiences with Dish are fantastic but this one fell a little short. One entree ordered was…read morefried chicken which was fried breast filet which caught us off guard as usually when fried chicken is on a menu it's on the bone. The chicken was juicy but lacked flavor and we asked the waitress for seasoning so it could be added at the table. The salmon cakes were ok but again lacked some flavor. I did enjoy the butter beans (after a few shakes of salt were added). Staff were fantastic and the service was quick. I'll still come back and continue to make my way through the menu

Dish has been a staple for this Charlotte native, however today was an ultimate disappointment. The…read morefood was as bland as canned food. It wasn't worth the headache of asking for a refund, rather this purchase served as a reminder to go elsewhere. Fried green tomatoes, sliced thin and greasy! Veggie plate with lima beans in a cream sauce, eww. Lentil meatloaf, seasonings were not invited to this dish at all. What happened to the chefs from 2016-2018 era??

This is their Noda location. Vibes were great, tables and floors clean, and our waiter was very…read moreattentive. They were busy for Friday night. I can definitely see how they would be in the summer. The wings were definitely a hit with a nice kick of spice to round out the sweetness. The steak fries were good as well but the fry seasoning was a bit too salty FOR ME but my partner enjoyed it. The outdoor back bar had really good heaters but don't stand directly under them for too long because they're strong! Really good place for a weekend night out or just a simple date night. This place fits either occasion!

Jack Beagle's in Charlotte is always such a great experience, and honestly one of the best values…read morein the area. You get so much food for such an affordable price, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back. I tried their breakfast for the first time and was seriously impressed.. the sausage, egg, and cheese was so good. Our server was incredibly friendly and made the whole visit even better. Overall, just another awesome experience at Jack Beagle's. Highly recommend!

Haberdish is one of those restaurants you leave and continue thinking about for the rest of the…read morenight. We started with the deviled eggs, so good. The tater tots and sweet potato gnocchi were absolutely incredible, and honestly, every dish we tried was memorable. The Brussels sprouts and mac and cheese are also standouts. If you're going with a group, sharing plates is definitely the move so you can try a little bit of everything. And if it's your first time visiting, the fried chicken is a must. To finish, get the banana pudding. Trust me. Our server, Sebastian (we've had him twice now), was amazing both times.. attentive, personable, and always on top of anything we needed. The atmosphere ties it all together: dim lighting, cozy vibes, and the perfect spot to settle in for elevated comfort food. A charlotte staple

This was such a disappointment. found this place on tik tok and the found was absolutely horrible…read more I ordered the haber dish with a chicken thigh , macaroni and cheese"dressed greens" the chicken here is 70% fried breading and 30% stringy, unflavored chicken. the mac and cheese was decent! the dressed greens were literally cut off ends of romaine, dont waste your time. We also shared green beans and Brussel sprouts . the green beans were charred on the outside and undercooked ok the inside. The brussel sprouts were cooked to a crisp and lacked flavor. My boyfriend had the OG chicken sandwich and he couldnt finish/ stomach it, this includes the burned fries that were served with it. The restaurant itself is nice, I don't think their AC was working but its got a cool rustic look. Our server was kind and attentive as well. Maybe they had an off day but this was a pretty big waste of a $60+ meal.