Located in Ballantyne Village parking is going to be a battle unless you park in the garage. Very relaxing atmosphere. The iPad menu is . Some entrees come with sides and some don't. We ordered the filet steak that came with mashed potatoes and asparagus. We also order the chicken limon which came with rice and veggies. Both dishes were solid. The filet was over cooked but that happens from time to time everywhere. Presentation was perfect. They have a great drink menu and the bar looks like something from an old mob movie. They make some great Smokey drinks. Would I go back? I'm not going to lie. I like this place and I'm giving a good review but I'm not going to rush back. I'll be back but I'm not in a hurry to return. read more

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My friends and I planned a night out and luckily we found Fiore. This hidden gem was the perfect spot for shared plates, strong drinks and amazing care and service. Our server, Lily, was a delight and gave us great recommendations. The manager also was amazing and she came over with drinks and good conversation. Even the chef came out and talked to us about the dishes which gave us a chance to praise him and the kitchen for a delicious array of dishes. First, note that the menu is so cute and on iPads. The drinks range from inventive seasonal cocktails to classics. We opted for some light summery flavors and ordered a couple rounds of the watermelon spicy margarita, blackberry cocktail, a mojito and French 75's. We all raised our glasses to the bartender for her skills. For food we went straight to the tapas menu and that was the 2nd best decision we made that day. You can't go wrong with anything and we just about ordered everything. Here's what we got; - Brussels sprouts - A+++ (best in CLT) - Crab cakes - A (all crab) - Pork belly - A (great umami flavor) - Short ribs- A (the sauce is everything) - Shrimp gratan - A++ (spelled this wrong but the balance of flavors is amazing) - Scallops - A+++ (should have ordered 2) - Brie and almonds - A++ (I could eat this everyday) - Bang Bang Shrimp - A++ (so light and yummy, we ordered 2) Can't wait to come back with my husband and more friends before I can't get a reservation :) thanks for a wonderful experience. read more

Fiore - All the tapas: Brussels sprouts, Crab cakes, Pork belly, Short ribs, Shrimp gratan, Scallops, Brie and almonds, Bang Bang Shrimp - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Grandma's Shrimp & Grits were the most flavorful grits I've had. I do think there is a bit of salt added so maybe don't order the Bloody Mary with it like I did. Highly recommend ordering the Grilled Brie Cheese for a lunch or dinner small plate - it was the perfect softness to actually spread. The Braised Short Ribs were so tender, I would definitely order again. And of course the charcuterie board was top notch. My only dislike was I prefer my Espresso Martinis to be a bit creamier than this one was. read more

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Cute place in ballentyne area. Parking is hard to find during meal hours, but there is a parking building behind Marriott hotel (need a bit walk). Somehow my reservation did not kick into the system, but the server took me and my friend in a nice manner. Menu was digital on a tablet, and there was a great selection of drinks. The mini size fillet mignon was impressive. 4oz was a good portion to share between the two of us and allowed us to order some more to taste. Besides us, there were several parties of ladies as well. Cool place to have conversations and enjoy a slow meal! read more

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Okay, parking is very hard to find because it's in that common area with black Finn and hestia. So parking is limited in front of the restaurant but you can always park on the back of the building and or the parking deck. It wasn't as busy when we arrive on a Friday night around 7:30. Staff was nice and greetful. The interior is nice and especially the bathroom, it's picture perfect spot and very pretty and gorgeous lighting so you can get the perfect selfie. The only downfall is it's a one stall so waiting can be a while. We ordered the salmon which was decent but more so on the salter side. The pork belly was really good and sweet but the queso fundido was not my cup of tea. The queso inside wasn't the greatest and it wasn't what I was expecting. The drinks were strong, not my style but gotta drink what's the price is. I swear the Mexican maritini was straight up liquor. We also got the pretty in pink which was accompany by the fire among other drinks that I don't remember the name. Service was decent. Waiter was nice but didn't give us much attention due to attending to other tables. We were celebrating a bday so it was nice to give us a free crème brûlée. It was delicious. I like this place but I wouldn't bother to come again for the food. Also, their menu is smaller when it comes to their entree, they didn't have much to choose from as well as the menu all together itself is pretty small compared to other places. read more

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Here for afternoon drinks and desserts for a birthday, those didn't disappoint at all! Couldn't quite figure out the vibe was in this place, kinda old school decor but 80's music, but anyway! We were here during brunch and dinner so place wasn't busy at all. But we had a great table and the service was great. We got all the desserts they had! Macarons, cheesecake, creme brûlée and chocolate bombe! All of them fabulous, chocolate one being my favorite. Very well presented as well, berries and chocolate drizzle ! The drinks well one they are kinda pricey! The one cocktail my friend had was $20! The ingredients were not that unusual to warrant that price honestly, plus it came in a different glass to how pictured and was a bit watery. Kinda disappointed in that one. Others had wine and bubbles which were fine. 3 of us had the Espresso martinis and those were amazing! And pretty good price for $16! They had the glasses frosted and had their own alcohol infused cream foam . Plus they used rum as well as vodka, it was a really good take on the original. Just different and really good and not sweet. We also added grand marnier, that gave us the subtle orange taste! I have to say the bar tender was very cool and gave us all the ingredients she used as the martini was so good, she was fabulous. I would say though they need do need to finesse their drinks, there was no garnishes on any of the drinks, which a good bar has to have these days. Coffee beans on a espresso martini! Dehydrated fruit for the cocktails. You have to make them look good! Love to try their afternoon tea someday! Definitely having that martini again as well. They are definitely trying here, worth a try. read more

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I absolutely love ordering tapas with large groups. The service was impeccable, and for a Friday night, it wasn't overly crowded or loud. The short ribs were tender with a slight hint of spice. Brussels Sprouts, although they weren't crunchy, they were cooked well and had a great sweet and savory flavor. The crunchness of the almonds were a great touch. Simple yet delicious cesar salad with crouton and Ib added the bacon. Oh, and the potatoes were cooked to perfection, crispy on the outside with the tenders on the inside. Great spot for small or large groups. read more

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My husband and I had such a great time here during Queens Feast/Restaurant Week! We had made a reservation and were seated promptly. The manager actually sat us, and proceeded to tell us about other events coming to the restaurant. They've only been open for about 8 months, so it was very nice to hear! Our waitress was super nice, and she took our drink and food orders quickly. We loved the Rioja wine we ordered! All of the food was delicious, and it came out hot! The papas bravas were amazing, and I loved the Brussel sprouts with the bacon and cheese! The our entrees came, and my shrimp were cooked very nicely with the au gratin. I enjoyed the bread with it. We split the desserts, and loved both of them. We will definitely be coming back here for another date night soon! read more

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Tonight was my friend's birthday so I wanted to take her here to try a few things! The restaurant was romantic and the live musician was very talented. We all enjoyed our drinks. I had the Hibiscus Margarita and my friend had a Smokey Old Fashioned that was delivered right out of a smoke box! We ate the ceviche, crab cakes, and bone marrow. Everything tasted great and our service from Darius was fantastic. I guess the only feedback I could give is that it would have been nice to have more description and variety of wines since I was helping my friends try to explore more wines tonight. The wine list was easy to navigate but the per glass options were limited, so we had cocktails on their half priced wine night. read more

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Second review was appetizers at Fiore, also in Ballantyne, and a short walk from Zinicola. Loved the floors, the interior was really cool. Loved the decor/colors. Do wish the lights they have over the tables were dimmable because they tend to be quite bright. Focused lighting which is great, but depending on how you sit can be bright. The music was not a match for the restaurant, that is probably the only thing I would change. Service was friendly, attentive, and quick. What was different: the menu is on an iPad at the table. It's a little tricky to navigate but no big deal. Portions were a mix. The pork belly? Even for just a taste was too small BUT loved the flavor and texture! Definitely worth a try. The Brussels, very generous portion, great flavors for sure - but they needed to be more tender. I might be an anomaly, but I don't like hard brussels sprouts. I wonder if perhaps they shaved or chopped the Brussels if that would be all that was needed? But again, the flavors were wonderful and the portion was spot on, very generous. Note: out of all the restaurants I've been to in the past couple of years? Dresslers still has my absolute favorite Brussel sprouts in the world (other than mine, of course.) Loved the beef, boneless, short ribs. While only four? For an appetizer we felt it was a good size for two people. We will definitely be back to try full dishes, but it is a little pricier, and the portions not quite as generous as Zinicola. Our waitress was Shannon and she was wonderful. As you can see from the pictures there's a bar in the back and there is dessert counter in front. Would love to know if others have tried this place yet and what your thoughts were/what your favorite dish is. I do not believe they had nonalcoholic beer, and we did get a bottle of Pellegrino, which was a nice treat versus plain water. While it's nowhere near as expensive as Hestia, the prices were OK. Like I said, I would add maybe four more pieces of the pork belly to the appetizer portion for two people, in our opinion. Note: it was one of our favorite dishes! read more

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Went to Fiore on a Friday night with the girls to celebrate our friends birthday. Super cute place. They had me with the live music. Loved the atmosphere. We had a reservation and were seated within two minutes. Staff is friendly and attentive. Water's stayed full and drinks were steady flowing. There were a couple hiccups with one drink and one of our food orders but nothing to make a big fuss about. Manager came around to check on us several times and was super friendly. We ordered several dishes. Food - Charcuterie for two: decent board. My favorite thing on the board was the pickled fig. - Ceasar salad: nice and fresh. Smokey flavor added a different element to the salad. - Ribeye: perfect medium. Great flavor, nice and juicy. - Sea scallops: - Bone Marrow: was really surprised they had this on the menu, so of course we had to order it. But, not really enough flavor. - Grilled Octopus: good flavor but I'm a big texture person so, too soft for my taste. The arugula w/whatever sauce (dressing) that it was served with was really good. - Brussel sprouts: they were okay. They just weren't crispy enough for me (again texture) BUT the flavor was good. The bacon had me though. - Crème brûlée: light and flavorful (I was about 5/6 drinks in when we had dessert) - Cheesecake: Drinks - Old Fashion: too smoky for my palette. Almost tasted like how a fire pit smells. Love a good fire but don't want the taste in my mouth. (Not pictured because it would only allow 10 pics) - The One Drink to Rule Them All: dangerous. Super refreshing and tastes great. This would be perfect on a hot day, boating on the lake. - The Drink Who Shall Not be Named: not for me. Tastes like black liquorish and peppermint. - Pretty in Pink: Such a good drink. Think I had 3 or 4 of these Overall, would definitely go back. read more

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So many great places to eat nearby, don't waste your money here. The ambiance is dark and dated, I think they want it to look sophisticated, but they missed the mark. The food is overpriced for the size and taste. Our food came out staggered and cold. Waitress was fine but they started cleaning the restaurant- mopping, spraying cleaning spray while numerous tables were still there EATING. Never again. read more

Came here for date night after seeing a Facebook ad for Valentine's Day Specials. We were looking for an intimate, sexy vibe. As we walked in, we were greeted by a hostess and live music. The decor was dark and cozy. Our menus were iPads that were fresh - didn't seem thoroughly worn. Docked one point because for a place that advertises as date night, lounge, cocktail bar, tapas, they really need to invest in a good sommelier. They had 1or 2 varietals for wine and the descriptions of each were lacking luster. For those complaining about the portion sizes must not go to uptown frequently. The tapas and entrees will rival the pricing of any tapas bar in Charlotte. Same with the wine (for those that don't know, there's a minimum mark up of 150% for wine. So yes, expect to pay $30-50 for a $15 bottle of wine you can get at Publix). Now that is all out the way - the food! We started off with the papas bravas ($14), beef carpaccio ($19), and grilled octopus ($18). Everything was fresh and warm! The shaved fennel really set off the carpaccio's flavor. The octopus was tender and flavorful. The papas bravas sauce was very similar to what we would have in Spain, blending the aioli with the tomato spread instead of having them separate. My husband got the duck ($27) which was tender and juicy. It was paired with a roasted beet salad (available as an entree) and the papas bravas without the brava sauce. I got the scallops ($35) over butternut squash purée with kale. I loved the pairing and flavor profile of the scallops. They were smaller sea scallops for the price but it could be time of year for availability. We ended our night with the chocolate bomb ($12)- a chocolate mousse atop a devils food cake and chocolate ganache. The dessert was rich and denser than most I have had but hit the sweet spot for us. Our server, Jake, was attentive and gave great recommendations. The live music was a blend of 80-90's soft rock. I'd love to see jazz or blues nights (or even a jazz brunch!!) read more

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Amazing food! Ambience is awesome. Chef Carrasco is incredible! The owners Sharon, Dean, and the GM; Kim are all so nice and personable. One of the best fine dining spots in Charlotte, definitely #1 in South Charlotte!! read more

This terrific restaurant in the heart of Ballantyne Village serves up delicious food and great cocktails in a romantic, upscale setting that makes it a perfect spot for anything from a date night to dinner with friends. On a recent visit, our group kicked things off with a Charcuterie Board and a tasty round of drinks that ranged from an impressive Old Fashioned to a spicy Hibiscus Margarita. Our entrees were also outstanding, from the Braised Short Ribs my wife ordered to the amazing Drunken Salmon I enjoyed. For dessert, our table shared amazing dishes of NY Cheesecake, Macaroons and the outrageously rich Chocolate Bomb (yes, it's exactly what you'd expect, and it's amazing). Service was great throughout our visit, from the bartender who helped guide us through the extensive selection of cocktails to the friendly servers who walked us through the menu and checked back on us regularly. Parking is conveniently located in the Village surface lot or nearby deck, and can actually get a little tight at peak times. But overall, Fiore is a wonderful find that's well worth the drive to Ballantyne. read more

Wow! That is how I would describe the service, atmosphere & most of all the food! We enjoyed a delicious brunch on Sunday 10/27/25. We devoured a perfectly seasoned & cooked ribeye with eggs over medium also prepared to our liking. We also enjoyed the French Toast that was equally well prepared. The French Toast was so good no syrup was needed! Thanks Kim & James for your attentive & pleasant service. See you again...soon! Maybe next time for dinner & music. read more

Very cool boujeee place. Very pricey. The wine we got as a table was $57 which was a $19 bottle but you pay for the environment. The food was absolutely amazing everything ordered was great. The chef even came out to talk. Our waiter was amazing!!!! As well as all the staff except the owner. The owner was not very nice man. Other than the owner Everything else was great! read more

Fiore - Espresso martini - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I stumbled upon Fiore on Friday night while I was walking around Ballantyne Village. Little did I know, Friday night was the first night they were open to the public! My boyfriend and I decided to check it out and share a few appetisers and a bottle of wine. The atmosphere was nice- there weren't too many people in the restaurant. The servers were there to answer any questions we had and also provide us with recommendations. Pros: The restaurant was clean, staff was friendly. The lounge had a romantic, intimate ambience. The crispy pork belly was delicious. I wish it had more fat, but the seasoning was divine! The chef came to our table to make sure everything was excellent and we provided him with our honest feedback. He seemed to care about what we had to say and said that he would be taking our feedback into consideration as he continues to develop the menu. Cons: The charcuterie board was underwhelming. I did not feel like we got a good mix of meat/cheeses for the price. The menu also stated that the board would have seasonal fruit (which we were excited about), and it only had grapes in it. We are accustomed to more fruits and nuts on the board for more variety. The staff was attentive, however it was to the point where they were hovering over us, which did not allow for a pleasant dining experience. I understand that since it was opening night, they wanted everything to be perfect, however I recommend that servers/family members allow the guests more time to enjoy the company they came with. Overall, I think I will try Fiore again after they are open for a bit. This would be a great place for a girls night or an intimidate date with your loved one. read more

Fiore - Fiore Charcuterie board - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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The place was very mediocre. It had the potential to be great with good ambience, food, and cocktails. However, our experience was very average. Honestly, if we weren't in a group, it would have been incredibly awkward. On a Friday night, there were only two other couples, and the restaurant was silent. The cocktails were pretty basic and just okay. The service was good for the most part, but I wouldn't dine here again. Considering its great location and high prices, I expected much better. Unfortunately, I left feeling underwhelmed. read more

Food was awful. Rubbery pork belly, raw duck that was impossible to chew, barely seasoned chicken. Kudos the bartender though, cocktails were delicious, but vastly overpriced. read more

We booked our dinner at Hestia, but it didn't work out, but the manager was nice enough to walk our group down to Fiore and spoke to their manager to seat a group of 8 on a sat night within minutes! Forever grateful for such dedicated managers on both sides This is a Tapas kinda place, small plates to share and it's perfect! You get to try a variety of items without feeling too full! We had an amazing server...but I'm horrible and I forgot his name ...Deshayne maybe? It was such a perfect Bday dinner ...small, cozy, live music in the background! I think I'm at an age of enjoying everything at a slower pace with soft music in the background instead of screaming my lungs out over loud music! read more

On a Saturday night, I was surprised at how few people were in the restaurant. The restaurant has great ambiance. We received excellent service when we arrived but it got progressively worse to non-existent by the end of our meals. I ordered the drunken salmon. It looked beautiful but was lukewarm at best. My friend's chicken dinner, however, had steam coming off of it. The server didn't come by, so I had to flag down the manager to have my meal warmed. The salmon ultimately came back hot but the butternut squash and vegetables were still not very warm. We were the only guests at the end of our dinner (shortly after 9:00), and our server never came back for us to pay. There were 3 people working behind the bar (including our server) chatting with a server who had changed to street clothes and was sitting at the bar. We eventually had to walk to them and ask for our check. All in all, the ambiance is great, the service was spotty, and the food was a mish-mash between hot and cold. So, not great, but could be worse. read more

Amazing food and service. All the meats, cheeses and fruit was extremely fresh and Jake was an amazing server. The drinks are a bit strong so prepare for that when ordering. The setting is intimate and quaint. read more

Fiore - Charcuterie board - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Are they KIDDING??? SERIOUSLY, THIS IS NO JOKE! Arrogant manager who brags about their moderately priced food (uhh. . .$27 to $30 for small portions of grossly inedible food). The place is dark and moody. . .YUCK!!!!!! There have been other restaurants named Fior/Fiore at Ballantyne Village. The first one was a bright, clean and lovely place with excellent coffees & light foods. Sadly they were bought out, became a 2nd Fiore across the way. Totally different -- mediocre coffee, "fast food" and what a bunch of weirdos (guess that's what ya' get when you pay peanuts instead of salary!). Mark my words, this dump won't be around much longer unless they are using it as a "drug front" (you'd be amazed how many do! read more

An intimate but upscale fine dining experience. Absolutely delicious food. More detailed review coming soon but look at these pics!!! Yum!! read more

Fiore - Crème brûlée - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We strolled into Fiore on Valentine's day and of course, without a reservation, we could not partake of the lovely 3-course meal being offered. Just wanting to spend some "Love Time" ;-), hubby and I asked if we could just sit and enjoy a little music. The General Manager, Rick, came over and made our night so special. Despite how busy they were, he took his time to roll out the red carpet for us. He not only gave us a front-row seat to the fabulous band that was playing, but he brought us over some Tip Top Mocktails (the non-drinkers that we are LOL). They were tremendous, we allowed him to put his own spin on them and he didn't disappoint. We asked what type of desserts they had and although not a part of that night's menu, he surprisingly offered us their Crem Brulee! We were shocked as that is my hubby and I's go to dessert wherever we travel. It was Magnifico! Not only was our waiter (Jake) Cordial and Exceptional but both he and Rick made sure we remembered what great hospitality is all about! Way to go GM Rick, we see why you are the fearless leader and why you hired Jake. Thanks for making our night, one to remember. The rose I was given was just the icing on the cake. We will definitely be back and tell all of our friends! Go check them out yelpers! They have live bands several nights of the week. What a nice hometown place to dine right in our backyard! See you all soon! read more

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I hate leaving a bad review....but our cuisine experience was not good at all. We sent our duck and steaks back twice because they were so undercooked. TWICE. and still mostly raw. The tapas were tasty, and our server was wonderful. The manager did take off our two steaks and the duck, offered a gift card and was genuinely so upset we had such a bad experience. read more

Food was decent but the service was poor. The bar staff was inattentive and just gossiping and arguing behind the bar for my entire meal. It felt like an Applebees. For $150, it was a poor experience. read more

An amazing spot! Shannon timed the wine and charcuterie perfectly!! We had a bottle of Penner-Ash Pinot Noir and thought it held well with the board, thanks to Shannon's descriptions. Can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

Fiore - A perfect night to dine outside! - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I'd really like to give a negative star number. We had a miserable experience and don't recommend it. Disappearing waitress, slowest service, no accountability and just really poor customer service. Close tight seating given we felt like we were part of diners next to us. read more

The food was really pleasing to the palette and the plating was very pleasing to the eyes! We had the shrimp etoufee and the drunken salmon! Our server Jake was very professional, attentive and knowledgeable. The ambiance was filled with lots of energy and excitement. The only problem is that we didn't have a reservation and therefore the only seating options available was the bar and the high back chairs facing a hallway. However, the food and the service made up for the our seating option. read more

Fiore - Grandma's shrimp etoufee - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Had a fantastic birthday dinner at Fiore. The service was phenomenal the food was fantastic I couldn't have asked for a better night. The ambience impure is fantastic. It reminds you of an old speakeasy back in the 30s. Really really loved it with the wood and the leather and the chandeliers. read more

Had high hopes for this place, but it's suffering from a bit of identity crisis. Creole? Spanish? Asian fusion? The decor hints at New Orleans jazz, but everything else doesn't match. The octopus and duck came out lukewarm. The utility greens come with almost everything we ordered and was super oily. Heirloom pork was dry but disguised beneath the extra salty tomato sauce. And the music is confusing. Axel F? Sweet Child O Mine? I get it's targeting thr Gen X crowd, but it seemed odd. read more

My first time at Fiore. Food was incredible. Atmosphere excellent. Our waitress Shannon took such good care of us. Will for sure be back!!! read more

Fiore - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place is outstanding. We celebrated our anniversary here with great food and equally great service. The staff here are all amazing, the create a wonderful atmosphere.I am a walking advertisement for Fiore and I can't wait to return. read more

Amazing high tea! The service and food went beyond our expectations - definitely recommend!

Food was outstanding, as well as the service. I love to visit Fiore anytime I'm in the Ballantyne area. $5 Martini's all day every day!!!! read more

We were really excited to try this restaurant during Queen's Feast. When we arrived we decided to splurge and order off of the regular menu so we could try different tapas. The cocktails were exceptional! The octopus and shrimp au gratin tapas were very good. The entrees were very disappointing. My chicken was fine, but wasn't really seasoned. The side of rice was a bit crunchy. My husband ordered the duck, which came out raw. Not rare, raw. His arugula and beet salad didn't have any vinegrette or sauce, just totally dry. We apologized to the server after my husband had one bite of the duck and asked to send it back in exchange for the pork belly. The server was apologetic (not his fault!) and took the duck off of our bill and brought out the pork belly. It was very rubbery fat. Pork belly has to be crispy to be good. We were very disappointed, especially after spending $200. I would also like to mention that there are several photos of ladies showing their posteriors hanging in the mens room. I wouldn't think twice about this if I had been in a sports bar or somewhere similar, but it felt a little creepy in this environment? read more

This place is perfect for a date night, girls night, casual drinks, and everything in between! The cocktails were absolutely off the charts. Tapas were delicious and came out quickly. Lovely atmosphere with an even lovelier staff. Kaitlyn helped our table and did a great job. We will definitely be back! read more

Fiore - Hibiscus margarita - Lounges Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I'm absolutely in love with Fiore. I have visited here numerous times and they have yet to disappoint me. I love how their menu is creative and adventurous, and meets many dietary needs and restrictions. I also love how the atmosphere caters to younger crowds and older crowds. It is also one of the few places that offer live music on weekends in Ballantyne. The service on the other hand is really where they stand out. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable about the items they offer. I remember the first time I tried Fiore, the lady who seemed to owner and creator of the restaurant walked out to check on all of her guests. One of the guests mentioned that they had been there prior and had tried an item that they had on special but was no longer on the menu. Her response was "If you give me 15 minutes I'll go and make it for you personally". That response is what sold me on this restaurant. I'd highly recommend coming out and trying Fiore for any occasion. They're new, Woman owned, and locally owned and they always try to do their best to give you a great experience. Great job Fiore and continue being epic! read more

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