Camp North End has grown a lot since I first visited around the time they opened. This growth has…read morebrought a lot more visitors and these visitors usually are looking for somewhere they can grab a cold drink. Luckily for them there are plenty of good options, one of which is The Free Range Bar! Free Range Brewing is one of the older Charlotte breweries that has been around since 2015 during the height of the craft beer craze. Due to their years of fostering a community, it is no surprise to me that they were able to open up a satellite tap room years later. This second location is smack dab in Camp Northend surrounded by plenty of patio seats outside, and featuring a quaint little barroom inside. This smaller tap room has a more intimate setting. The people working there are friendly and they have a variety of beers to try along with other beverages if beer isn't your thing. While I don't think this is a replacement for the original, it does a good job paying homage, and provides great beer options for Camp Northend. If you enjoy it here and haven't visited their OG brewery then consider this your intro and go check it out!

I'm giving them a round up 4, primarily for really great service! I stopped in on Sat at 9pm and…read morethey were pretty quiet/empty except for a couple other small parties. I enjoyed perusing their bottle and can offering a of beer/wine. I looked at their cocktail menu and settled on a French 75 - I don't even like gin that much but the prosecco offsets it enough! The bartender was great- patient, friendly and just the epitome of quality service! My drink was not crisp cold the way I like and when I asked for ice she told me they don't have any. Not a big deal, but still kind of weird to me. I got a single sauv blanc can and a bottle of pet nat rose to go to bring to a gathering later, and the bartender (I wish I had caught her name) said the bottle used to be available by the glass and was really good! I asked for a small bag to help me carry everything and again they didn't have anything. Definitely smaller, maybe nitpicky things on my end, but I do want to highlight that the service/hospitality here is top notch.

Loved the Music. I was there on a Thursday around 3pm-6pm…read more I really was the only one there the entire time which was nice to work from. Good Beer Tap selection. I stuck to my old trusty Hop Drop. Not the best for work though as there is No outlets near seating to plug your laptop up. Wish they had a little fridge of lunch grab n go. Only snacks, chips, nuts, cookies, candy, etc. Would definitely visit again. GREAT OUTDOOR AREA!!!!

Terrible First Experience at Canteen in Charlotte…read more Visited Canteen while in Charlotte over Memorial Day weekend with a group of six, and unfortunately, it turned out to be a terrible first experience. Half of us are locals who had never been, so we figured it was worth checking out--but the visit quickly went downhill. I ordered a blood orange wheat beer on draft, and it was completely off--both in taste and smell. It resembled a hard seltzer gone bad. Everyone in the group tried it and agreed it tasted wrong, almost like the draft lines hadn't been cleaned or were improperly maintained. Another friend ordered a canned mojito, which we were skeptical about from the start--and it ended up tasting just as bad as we feared. Overall, we left disappointed. I don't plan to return anytime soon, but if I do, I hope for a much better experience.

I had an enjoyable experience. I ordered the NYC falafel which, although it could be a bit larger,…read morewas very good. The default side was fries and I asked if there were any substitutions. One was a small side Caesar salad which I got. I was disappointed in the continuing practice for restaurants to charge for small changes like this within informing the customer. Waitress was very nice, however and attentive. What is also quite unique about the restaurant was that you could order small 4 oz beers, just for tasting at $2-3 each. The place is quite large and must get incredibly noisy at times with the hard surfaces and multiple TVs. There is an option to sit directly at the bar or at tables.

The Degenerate is a cool, industrially designed space featuring great bites and drinks. What I love…read moremost is that the menu puts a unique spin on a lot of traditional, classic items. If you are looking for recommendations, I highly suggest trying: The Meatballs: A fantastic twist on a classic, served in a delicious lemon dill sauce instead of a typical marinara. The Sliders: Perfect pulled pork paired with fried green tomatoes and a tangy horseradish sauce. They also feature a highly creative and unique cocktail menu. Two of my personal standouts are the Beetle Juice, which incorporates fresh beet juice, and The Fishbone, which brilliantly highlights their house-made aquavit. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a great atmosphere and an inventive menu!

The bartenders and vibe are relaxed and welcoming. If you're hungry, their Reuben is worth a visit…read moreall by itself and the oyster selection is good. I'll be back!

Growler's is amazing pub style casual spot. It's loud with both chatter and music. It would be a…read moregood place to meet friends for beers and a bite. Our food was just okay. We ordered the kale Caesar, the nachos, and fries. The nacho cheese tasted very processed and they didn't come with salsa. When I asked the waitress for some, she said that they don't actually have salsa. The fries were the best thing we had. I'd go again, but probably just to have a drink.

Great friendly service, tasty beer and the live (free) music made it cool…read more We'll be back.

Back to my favorite CLT brewery. I've probably been here 50 times. Will return for the beer and…read moreatmosphere. Scale: 1-5 Beer: 5 - Basking in the Glow Hazy IPA is my favorite. They had a dark smooth beer on nitro Death Clock which was awesome while it lasted. I have tried several others that were good but I keep going back to my favorites. Atmosphere: 5 - Relaxed. One of the best atmosphere's in the country. Dozens of old leather couches and litter the concrete floor sitting on rugs. It is undeniably cozy! I just sit and chill out. Especially when they have live music going which is several times a week. The beer is good but I return for the atmosphere. Service: 5 - Ordered at the bar. Beer delivery is quick. Knowledgeable staff! Food: truck is here on weekends which is when I stop by. Cultural/Political Agenda (1-5): 5 -Everyone is welcome. No preachy nonsense or virtue signaling, just beer, as it should be.

I was nearly done with work, it's time to wind down. I stopped at NoDa in the early afternoon to…read morefind the place pretty deserted. I was able to order a beer and find a quiet place to take one last work call before it was time to fight the traffic getting home. NoDa was peaceful, the beer was excellent and as much as I wanted one of those delicious looking pizzas, Mrs. K. was cooking a steak for dinner this evening. NoDa has a large parking lot, a variety of beers and large seating areas both inside and out. This is truly a five star brewpub. [Review 580 of 2026 - 4670 in North Carolina - 25761 overall]

Stopped by for a beer and found several options to choose from , a nice outdoor area, as well as a…read morehuge indoor area. The beer we had was good. Got some to take back to Florida with us along with some shirts

This was our second time having lunch here. Overall, and extremely enjoyable experience. Prada was…read moreour waitress and she was very friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. We ordered onion rings, strawberry and goat cheese salad, parmesan, garlic wings, and Fish Tacos. All delicious; however, my husband had the Fish Tacos and he said next time he'll order the chicken sandwich only because the tacos probably wasn't as filling as he wanted it to be, but the taste was fine. He also ordered the chocolate chip dessert and one side seem to be cooked harder than the other. He's not a complainer and he did ask if that was normal. Prada said she'll be glad to talk to the chef about it. My husband ate the whole thing anyway. He ordered that in our first visit. It was baked evenly then and so good he ordered it again this time. Prada addressed our concerns and resolved to our satisfaction. Customer Service so far has been top-notch here. My husband also got one of the beers. Honestly, I can't remember which one it was but he said it was very good. I'm unsure how parking would be if we tried to come directly here. I was able to use my membership parking privileges at the Ymca after a workout and the walk was super close and easy..

What's not to love about the recently re-opened Heist Brewery in NODA? The beer is delightful,…read moreclean, and crisp. The food is expertly prepared and compliments the beer perfectly. The service (shoutout to our waiter/bartender peanut) was friendly, conversational, and well executed. The Parmesan garlic fries were fried well and had good flavor, but could've use a little more flavor from oil or seasoning. The onion rings were nearly perfect and my friend said they were the best she's ever had. The buffalo chicken wrap was spicy, sweet, and tangy from sauces, giving it a wonderful complex collection of flavors. The Greek flatbread was good but could've use have done with more meat and less feta and tzatziki. The balance was off, but I think they could perfect it if they gave it a try.

There was a special blues competition that I wanted to attend that was hosted here. I ordered a…read moreblueberry mocktail, pizza and Italian sandwich. Everything was great and staff was very friendly. The brewery itself was spacious and clean. There is plenty of parking in their lot but there is also street parking if it gets full.

3*= A OK Always…read morepassed by here by never stopped in. Changed that last night. Mostly order and pick up at the bar but was a little confused being new here. You even buss you your table which is fine but a lot of them needed cleaning. I took a wet wipe and wiped a table off. Ordered a salad. It was ok. I'll order pizza next time. Old Fashioned was decent but pricey for the amount. Hubby liked his appetizer but thought the gyro feel flat with a hard to eat bread. There were patrons outside and a couple of groups inside. There were a few TVs and music playing. I would come back for the pizza and cider.

Carmen was so great. She made me a baller strawberry cheesecake matcha. She was so funny and…read moreawesome. Also, fire ambiance.

Cool place It's a popular spot…read more Nice beer selection Great in summer time with friends

Love Idlewild. The staff are cool and laidback. The ambiance is calming and the cocktails are…read moregreat. Sometimes there is a wait but even then I've only waited for less than an hour.

AMAZING spot! One of the best lounges in Charlotte. Very intimate and romantic…read more You need to make reservations for the bar walk-in are welcome and they will sit you in the tables. Enjoy cocktails made specifically to your liking. If there is a drink you like they can make it for you based off what you like. Drinks we had was an Old Fashioned and a twist on a french 75 (made with tequila and passion fruit) need to try it. GREAT service mixologist here are amazing. Its a show! Thank you guys!