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    Dot Dot Dot

    4.1 (291 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Good for groups

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    Carpaccio
    Francisco M.

    This place is great Food appetizer were legit on another level The cocktail selection was big and fancy. Really good all of them. A bit pricey but definitely a recommended date night. My only complaint is the membership, which only gets you access to the bar. Which is a great bar... But there's several other great bars without a membership that requires you put your credit card number, works as a yearly subscription that if you cancel, you lose the rest of the year.... Kinda predatory. So since we're being predatory, I'm gonna complain about a lot of petty stuff as well. -Some of the staff was dressed very casual. Not uniformly. Not what I expect from a club I'm paying a membership. - bathrooms toilet was not flushed when I'm coming in. Pretty not membership worthy. - water is tap water. And the one that taste bad. You can buy 24 water bottle pack with half of one membership. What am I paying for? Anyways. Besides those predatory practice, it is a great place with great food and great drinks. Just had to speak my mind

    Calvin N.

    Had a chance to eat dinner here a couple of weeks ago, first time to visit and it will not be the last! I had an absolutely fantastic old fashion and the we proceeded to order the entire left side of the small plates menu it was amazing there were no disappointments with any of the 10 items. We had the charcuterie, marinated olives , roasted beet burrata, smoked trout dip, crispy Brussels , potato tostones, roasted cauliflower, crispy pork belly and sears scallops. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere was a quaint speakeasy. Highly recommend if you have not been !

    Martini with caviar bump[under Luxury cocktail] in the menu
    Misty M.

    The food always makes me happy, thank you to the chefs. Service is always on point and their knowledgeable. The ambiance is grown and sexy whether its with the girls or a date night or even networking to impress. I promise Dot Dot Dot does NOT miss!

    Old fashion
    Kadie S.

    Great atmosphere and service. Drinks were okay -- espresso martini wasn't the best, definitely lacked flavor. The brandy Alexander was alright, did not pick up much nutmeg flavor. The old fashion was good. It's a good spot for an after dinner cocktail but probably not the spot to kick off the night.

    Deviled Eggs
    Ally F.

    Aesthetic: Upscale speakeasy with members only reservations and an elegant cocktail and food menu. My Favorites: The Sweater Weather and Burning Leaves were perfect fall cocktails, and the deviled eggs were the best I ever had. Experience: We had the best date night here, I'm so glad we decided to get the membership. The appetizers were fantastic, we were in love with the shishito peppers and deviled eggs. We tried a few signature cocktails, and they were all incredibly flavorful and well balanced. I also tried the Bowmore scotch on the bartender's recommendation, and it was delicious. We can't wait until our next date night!

    Sloan M.

    Dot Dot Dot is an institution in Charlotte and a must go to place for unique cocktails and outstanding food and service. The place is down right sexy. The ambiance is a true speak easy vibe.

    The bourbon  hot box
    Chris C.

    This is a members cocktail bar and restaurant. I went with a friend after dinner. It's located directly to the left of Blackwood Hardware store. We made reservations in advance and were greeted outside the door. We were then escorted into the establishment. It's fairly dark and has a cigar room vibe. They have very unique cocktails available. I tried the bourbon hot box. It comes in a sealed box that smokes the drink. The flavor is enhanced as you smell the smoke on your hands as well as the initial sip. It was a delightful experience. The people next to us had small plates of food and to be honest, I didn't look at a menu but my friend recommended it highly. Certainly worth the $10 annual fee!

    Flight of bourbon
    Erin G.

    Came here with friends for a bourbon tasting. This place really went for the speakeasy vibe. Once we found the entrance (it is around the back of the building by the hardware garden center) we were escorted down a long dark hallway to the bar. A charcuterie board, old fashioned, and flight of bourbon were waiting for us. The gentleman who guided us through our tasting was very knowledgeable. I learned a lot and was able to ask a lot of questions. Next time I would love to come back for dinner. Everything we tasted was very good and it was a fun escape.

    Smores tart
    Rishi P.

    Great speakeasy in a secluded area so felt old school. It had a guy guarding the door that needed a code. Fun vibe but it was loud with long tables so tough to hear but very fun vibe with dim lighting. Service was great we just had drinks and got dessert which was delicious. Service was quick and friendly too. I'd go back and bring others here but make a reservation

    MUSHROOM CASARECCE was so good!!

    What an experience. Such a cool speak easy vibe! Staff were very nice as soon as we checked in for our reservation. We got to sit at the bar and it was so fun to speak with and watch the bartenders make their drinks. The espresso martini was so good! And the food!!! So good as well! We ended up having to google what the outside looked like after driving past it the first time LOL

    Lisa N.

    Had such a great time celebrating my birthday with the best ladies a girl could ask for. The atmosphere was wonderful. The service was great. The food and drinks just kept coming. I had a fantastic time all round.

    My friends and I  had the most amazing time celebrating my birthday here.
    Audrey M.

    The food, drinks and ambiance was all top notch. The prices were very reasonable and the decor and cleanliness was spot on. I definitely recommend for a girls' or date night for a celebration. My only suggestion for improvement is on Resy is to say actually drive behind the hardware store... you can cut through the store if you park in front but I doubt the store loves that and you can't if it's closed!

    Menu
    Lawren R.

    My friend and I decided to come get a quick drink and decided to come here. It did take us awhile to figure out where it was. There is also a $10 yearly membership which I find annoying but it is what it is. It's a very nice bar, very sultry vibes. Our waiter gave us lots of details and answered questions we had about drinks. The drinks came out pretty quickly for a full house. Some of the two top tables seem a bit tight space wise but thank goodness we didn't have one of those. The drinks are typical cocktail prices $14-$24, I'd absolutely be back for a date or a night out with the girls!

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    Very cool place. Hostess and waitress were very friendly and the food and drinks were outstanding.

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    Best drinks in Charlotte. Great, lively environment. Use Nowait app so you can skip the line.

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    8 years ago

    Great classic cocktails, and terrific top quality small plates, this place is a gem. Love it.

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    Thanks Steve! Come back and see us soon!

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    Thanks Armando!

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    Thank you Jacob!!!! We hope to see you again soon.

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    Amazing drinks, and a definite must if you're looking for a cool place to sit and relax with friends. Atmosphere and food is great as well.

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    Coolest place in Charlotte! Cocktails and food are amazing, service is excellent. Highly recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Dot Dot Dot

    Is the entrance a cool secret entrance like a real speakeasy would be? Or is it a normal entrance to a bar? I have heard of ones having secret passwords and stuff and looking for something cool!

    No, none of that. You walk up the steps to a hardware store and it's to the left of their entrance. It's a lot of concrete and sketch looking, ramp i think. Solid door. You are greeted with sloppy Joe out front. He checks ID and let's you in a long… 

    Where is the entrance to Dot Dot Dot?

    Backlot of Park Road Shopping Center. To the right of the Garden Center.

    How do you enter this place?

    We are not open tonight. The staff is up in Louisville, Kentucky picking out our next barrel pick bourbon.… 

    We're hoping to have drinks before dinner, can anyone recommend best time to arrive? We don't want to be the only ones there, but don't want to wait too long to get in (45 minutes or more). Thanks!

    Use the "No wait" app and put your name and time you'd like to arrive!! Works like a charm. They will call you or text you when your table is ready! But you have 5 minutes to get there and claim it from the time they text/call. Hope that helps!!

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    Came here for drinks after dinner. It's a small, intimate space so I would suggest making a…read morereservation to claim your spot. We were a walk in but were able to score a table outside which was perfect. The drinks are good and the staff members work as a team so there's not one primary waitress. I ordered a custom drink where I told the server what I liked and the bartender created something based on my likes. It was a "fruity" tequila based drink and I enjoyed it. We were given a bowl of complementary kettle corn to enjoy with our drinks. The music was a mix of r&b and hip hop and was loud enough to vibe but didn't overpower the conversations. Random Notes: Parking is validated and the hidden bathroom was so cute. The inside is perfect for selfies lol.

    Wow what an experience! I'm in Charlotte for the weekend, and my good friend's colleague…read morerecommended we come here after dinner for drinks. There's outdoor seating, and initially we wanted to sit outside but we didn't have reservations. Luckily, they seated us at a small corner section near the back of the bar. It's very cozy and intimate inside. Just my type of vibe. The service was top tier. They were unable to validate our parking because of some sort of discrepancy with the signage outside and lack of having the proper equipment for validation. To make up for it, they offered us complimentary champagne to start. We were not expecting that, and pleasantly surprised! Their menu has an eclectic selection of cocktails, both full and mini. We opted to order from the mini cocktail menu, and we each ordered two drinks. I had the Creepy cucumber cocktail and it was refreshingly sweet and probably my favorite drink of the night. I also ordered the Don't Shy Away which was a sour and spicy rum concoction with carrot in it. It was definitely spicy and had a puréed texture. I really enjoyed it. And, then don't get me started on the music!!! The dj was masterful. He played all the types of music I love and he mixed them in such a refreshing way. I ended up asking him for his contact information before leaving, and whether he does weddings because my fiancé and I are currently looking for a DJ. He was just that good. This would definitely be my spot if I lived here in Charlotte. It was the perfect way for us to end the night.

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    Cool find while in town for a conference! A speakeasy feel down the stairs as you enter Duckworths…read morewith hundreds of vottles of spirits. Super talented bartenders mixed great cocktails and they have some nice selections of beer on tap and wine. The space is tight and, if I'm being honest, the seating wasn't extremely comfortable, but the vibe in this place more than makes up for it Service, from Madison, was excellent. She knew tge menu and had great insights. She was crazy busy but took excellent care of us. The food was quite nice. Candied Bacon is a must. I had a perfectly cooked filet, we had a delicious short rib, and the Cone Trio. The trio was really tasty but the kitchen somehow forgot to put the tuna in one cone and it was only guacamole. Odd, but Madison took care of it right away and it was great. Would recommend 100% and definitely return.

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    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!

    Honestly some of the most rude, negligent service I've experienced in a while…read more Context: Bar was at 25% capacity I pride myself on being a genial, accommodating person Attempted multiple times to thoughtfully engage staff From the moment we entered, our service staff was either dismissive, condescending, or negligent. Could not leave fast enough. The overall decor and vibe was great, just our assigned person was lackluster in every regard. EDIT (5/27/28): When we entered and sat down, to the bartenders credit, he swiftly asked us what we wanted. As we were describing the general vibe of the drinks we wanted, the attitude of the bartender manifested as very condescending and lacking in general back-and-forth discourse. Despite the dismissive attitude, but after the drinks were made, we attempted to thank the bartender, but his only response was a derisive chortle before walking off. For the remainder of our stay, he was flirting with some female patrons at the other end of the bar. Sharing pictures, conversation, and general good service while we were ignored until we asked for the check to pay and leave as quickly as possible.

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    I finally got to check out Lorem Ipsum for a friends birthday a couple of weeks ago and it was a…read morewhole vibe. Being there felt like I was in my house, from the plants, to them playing Beverly Hills Cop on the projector and all of the Black artists on the walls. It was very refreshing!!! It's so rare to go to a business and see anything familiar so this was truly inspiring. We stayed for about 30 mins because we got there right before they closed. It was fun to explore the hotel rooms and just be in this dope energy. I didn't have a full cocktail, just sipped and tried a few of my friends. I can see this being a great date night spot, or some where to go to unwind and just catch the vibes. I wish it was bigger but it's a cute spot for sure!! I was super surprised about the parking lot in the back too. That has to be very helpful for them in Plaza Midwood area. Will definetly be back!!

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    Just a little annoyed. Place looks super cool! Had reservations at moon and Thai. Stopped by for a…read morefew drinks with my wife. Today around 345. Lady I guess was leaving for the day said Craig would help me. She was kind to bring waters. I just wanted 2 ice cold beers as it's hot out now and days. Was there almost 10 min. No service other than the waters. Mind you there was only 2 people in the whole place. I'll come back another day and try again. Just annoyed need to be a little more attentive when no one's there. Makes a difference !

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