I was able to check this spot out while working in the area. It's in a small minimall, not sure how…read moreto describe it. Several businesses are located in one spot. There is a parking garage not far and street parking. I like that they have a space you can work from. I got a chai tea while there. It was good. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Staff was friendly. I will definitely return when in the area to support. My drink was good. It was conveniently located and they have room if you want to work from there.

I stopped into Union Street Cafe for an early lunch on a…read moreTuesday afternoon. There were a few other tables occupied, but I was able to seat myself. It wasn't long before my server was over with a bottle of water and a glass full of ice. The reason I came here was because there was a salad listed on the menu that just sounded very refreshing for the hot summer afternoon. I ordered the chop salad with grilled chicken and it was out to me, perfectly plated, in about 5 minutes. The salad was delicious and the chicken was flavorful and hot. The restaurant is small and bright with tons of natural lighting. The bathroom is small, unisex, kind of dark and dim, and a little dingy. My server wasn't the most friendly and she didn't come back to my table after she dropped off the food. I had to go up to the front to ask for a side of dressing. I'd still recommend the restaurant and go back hoping for a different server.

We were passing through from Florida & decided to have…read morebreakfast here. This is such an adorable restaurant. The food was delicious. The employees are, by far, some of the nicest people we have encountered lately. Our waitress was Micky. She was so pleasant. You could tell that she is always like that. This made for a special morning. We highly recommend this restaurant if you live locally or are just passing through.

Rise Café is a total Gem!…read more The food was absolutely delicious and the staff super friendly. I tried the corn beef hash and while it was described as house made, I would venture to guess it's actually high-quality store-bought, corned beef, finally minced and seasoned with the potatoes even so it was very good! The grits were really creamy although you can tell they're cooked with chicken broth rather than heavy cream, which is the traditional southern way. It is a bit small inside maybe 10 tables total but they have a nice patio in front that's fairly expensive. I would definitely return as a regular to this establishment. Thanks for a great dining experience!

My husband and I were in the neighborhood after grabbing coffee at Provided Coffee Co and went…read morelooking for something to eat... and wow, are we glad we did. We originally ordered the Brooklyn and the Godfather to go, but while we were waiting the smell alone convinced us to stay, and we seriously devoured both. Easily some of the best sandwiches we've ever had. Truly felt like a slice of New York tucked right into Concord, NC. We'll definitely be back to try dessert and grab one of their pre-prepared pastas for dinner. And on your way out, don't miss the little mint patty gumball-style machine by the door. Such a nostalgic touch and honestly the cutest detail. took a photo for my momma! Highly, highly recommend.

As a native New Yorker who adores Italian cuisine, this establishment is one of those special finds…read morefor a newbie to NC. The food here is almost better than most of the Italian spots I'm accustomed to in Brooklyn. I ordered the chicken parm hero and meatball parm hero. Both were excellent! The sauce was freshly made with simple ingredients that were clearly high quality. The bread was crispy and warm authentically Italian (covered in sesame seeds the way I love) Best of all they have a small "Mercato" with carefully selected items imported from Italy. I was surprised and excited to find some of my favorite Italian cookies, breadsticks and chocolates. They even carry Italian beverages & wine. But best of all they have several prepared frozen meals like Lasagna, eggplant Parmesan and other favorites. They also had sauces and cheeses and pasta. The pastry case was filed with Italian staples like cannolis. If you're looking for a purveyor of authentic Italian items in Concord, this is definitely the spot! They have a nice outdoor dining area and a small area inside as well.

A little hole in the wall restaurant you don't want to miss…read more I placed an order by phone for pick up. It took less than 10 minutes for my order to be ready. I was thanked which is such a rare thing these days. We ordered the liver mush and egg biscuit. They were fresh, pipping hot, and good. We were very surprised at the amount of liver mush on the biscuit. They definitely don't skimp. We will visit again soon to try other items.

Lee's Sandwich Shop is a tried and true "joint" in Kannapolis. I use that term because it's off the…read morebeaten path. It's not very big inside (although in the warmer months there's patio seating) and it's just hometown folk doing all the jobs!! Staff is always warm and inviting. Helpful if you have any questions and just good people. The menu has breakfast and lunch items but usually go there for the burgers. And they are good. So is the iced tea which is also important. So when in the area GPS your way to L

Delicious breakfast burrito this morning. Excellent staff, clean restaurant. All perfect.read more

This is a new breakfast and brunch spot nearby, so naturally, I had to try it with my mom within a…read moreweek of finding out it existed! The A/C was full blast! The place was clean and music was easy listening oldies. The servers were welcoming, and the food came out fast. Overall, it was a solid meal: the bacon was crisp and cooked to perfection, and the toast was on point. The eggs were just okay-fine, and the grits were decent--a good, classic breakfast spread. Mom said the coffee was good. Note: The pricing structure for the customized omelette wasn't exactly straight forward. Neither me or my mom were wildly impressed, but we both left completely full, and we'd definitely go back to try more of the menu! So for our morning spent there in early August, it's 3.5 stars rounded up to four.

Nothing says "Saturday morning" quite like a busy bagel shop, and this place was absolutely…read morehopping. The line was steady, the staff was hustling, and the smell of fresh bagels made the wait totally worth it. There had to be 15+ people hustling behind the counter (probably even more in the back), and despite constant flow of people coming in and what looked like nonstop online/call in orders, they had the operation running like a well-oiled machine. I ordered almost immediately, it just took a little while for the food to come out, which honestly was understandable considering how busy they were. The menu is huge with tons of bagel and cream cheese options, plus plenty of specialty sandwiches if you don't feel like building your own. I grabbed the Italiano special, a cheesesteak with the works, and two Asiago bagels for the next day (they're closed Sundays, so plan ahead!). The Asiago bagels were excellent, even the next morning they held up to perfection. The cheesesteak had great flavor with peppers and onions, though I would've loved a little more meat and a little less bread. The Italiano was also really tasty, but my order wasn't quite right. I asked for no roasted tomatoes or olives and to add onions, but it came with the tomatoes and no onions. Honestly the no olives was the most important part so not the end of the world. I fixed it at home with some onions and fresh banana peppers from the garden... again not a big deal, but worth mentioning. I'm sure if I was eating at the location they would've fixed it immediately. For around $30, I got two sandwiches, two bagels, and the sandwiches even came with chips, which was a nice surprise. Easy parking, easy to find, lots of seating (but inside and out -- a few picnic tables on the patio) and while the inside isn't anything fancy, that's not why you're here. You're here for solid bagels, great sandwiches, and a local spot that's clearly doing something right. I'd definitely come back, especially to try one of their breakfast sandwiches next time.

These are the best bagels in the Lake Norman area, no doubt. Perfect texture -- crunchy outside and…read moresoft and chewy inside. We got breakfast sandwiches as well as a half dozen bagels. The sandwiches were so fresh. The standout bagel flavor was sundried tomato. My only wish is that they were also open Sunday!

Whoever is leaving anything but 5 star reviews can catch these hands. This spot is a 10/10 bagel…read morespot. Especially the garlic bagels, they're coated in garlic bits. I'm a BEC kind of guy normally, but I've been all about their hungry man the past few months. Basically every breakfast topping heaped onto a bagel. Super affordable, fast, and good service. Don't listen to the Karen's leaving the dumb reviews, they have no taste.

Bagel Bin used to be my absolute favorite place to get a French dip, but I hate to say that over…read moretime I feel like the quality has gone down while the prices have gone up. I believe the last time we went it was almost $60 for three people, which feels a little much now and days I typically get the French dip and always ask for extra au jus seasoning since sometimes it can lack a little flavor. It's still a good sandwich, but unfortunately it just hasn't been as consistent as it used to be. Last time I felt the meat was lacking and a bit dry.. as well, they cut the size by what feels like half, as it use to be more for your buck. My boyfriend always gets two everything bagels with eggs, bacon, and cheese. That's his absolute go-to and something he always enjoys! My mom got the California Club last time, I believe, and said it was good as well. You do have to get there early as majority of their bagels run out pretty quickly. The service has always been good and casual, and the dining area is usually pretty clean. They also have a good variety of breakfast and lunch options to choose from. Bagel Bin is still a convenient local spot and somewhere we've gone plenty of times, but it's hard not to notice the higher prices and change in quality compared to how much I used to love coming here.

Wife got an apple turnover…read more She said it was amazing. They are large portions. Would recommend.

I tried Lentz cafe for the first time this summer and the coffee was the bomb. I got an almond joy…read morelatte - mocha, almond and coconut. If you're going through Mt Pleasant, don't forget to treat yourself! It's a cute coffee shop, and completely unexpected for where it sits.