I got to Whole Foods many times to grab a few items or many items. Never have a bad experience when…read moreI go. Foods, produce, frozen items, dry goods - everything is always on point and fresh! Located in the Birkdale area of 51, there are restaurants, gas stations, urgent care, etc in the plaza. The staff is always friendly, helpful and so that with smiles on their face. Another great perk is that they are one of the no-package locations for Amazon returns. So you can get everything done in one fell swoop! Thanks Whole Foods!

This place always does well by me. You can always get someone to help you with a smile.read more

Smoothies with power-shots and wheatgrass to ostrich jerky to give you that extra boost. You might…read morefind that you'll need the latter to fill your stomach if you're like me. Their smoothies cost similarly to an entrée at a quick sit-down restaurant. And that's expensive when you consider what you're truly getting in the smoothie. They claim to use real fruit and they really do, but frozen and probably not organic and mass farmed fruits. It's to keep costs low, I get that. We move on to the marketing hyped enhancers such as energizers, protein shakes and diet suppressers. Ok, add $1 for every enhancer you choose. Most of these enhancers are squirts of oils and not truly what you would expect. For example, one of those squirts are "turbinado," which is basically sugar. You'd think that the fruits would have enough sweetness to them, but we are incorrect. That almost adds 75 grams of carbs to your shake that is supposedly supposed to be healthy. I'm not a nutritionist, but that sounds kind of unhealthy. I always ask for no-sugar added and just the basic ingredients which is what makes them Smoothie King. You have the ability to make what you want, if you know what you want. Service here is great and fast even during their peak hours.

Unexcepta .. Nasty watery and disgusting.. no thank you. If…read morea Powder smoothie is what you want go to smoothie king. They wouldn't remake my smoothie!! And they don't give your money back!! This place is a disgrace in Huntersville off exit 25 Sam furr rd. I don't recommend.

I went in for the first time today! Sam was so helpful and sweet in explaining how it all works!…read moreThe aloe shot, green tea and chocolate peanut butter shake was all so good! Definitely gave me energy to get through a hot day like today! Fun and bright atmosphere and delicious!

The shakes are always fun makes you feel like you're having and indulging in a treat. When I'm…read morelooking for consistency and taste I choose to come here. You can't beat the nutrition factor and the delicious flavors.

I have been telling myself that I need to drink more tea, I was on a hunt for loose leaf tea, and…read moreI'm so happy I came across this shop through a quick Google search. I made the trek to this shop, and not am I glad I did. The young man working there greeted me as soon as I walked in. I didn't know what to expect so I asked him for help on herbs for certain things and he was able to offer his recommendations and made me a complimentary cup of tea, which I thought was so nice! I went to the tea wall and grabbed some herbs and tea blends. They have such a big selection and I love it! They also have a ton of hemp items, which I'll look into for another time! The shop was well stocked and organized, there were so many things to look through. You can really take your time and just admire the art and jewelery they have on display. The gentleman who helped me was really nice. I can see myself becoming a regular here ave trying some things out!

This place is an entire vibe! I wasn't invited to the meditation rooms and tea bar mentioned in…read moreother reviews. I just experienced the main sales floor, but I can say that this place is merchandised so nicely and it's very well kept. On top of that.... It smells really great inside. I take my mom to the hairdresser next door, and I had a bit of a sore throat, so I stopped in. On the suggestion of the sales individual, I tried a cup of their apple cinnamon tea. The tea was warm and it was overpriced at 5 bucks. While I was there I asked a lot of questions that are probably different or more elementary than most of their clients. While the clerk was very knowledgeable, he wasn't very nice and I really felt uncomfortable during my visit here. This place may be a bit too trendy for a regular degular, gender conforming, meat eating, black girl from NYC like me. I had to request everything that should have been standard offerings. A bag for my purchases, something to sweeten my tea, as well as a receipt.... Which he was glad to tell me that they don't provide. "This is a paper free establishment," he said with obvious pride. What he didn't mention is that there was no receipt even emailed to me, which I thought was going to happen. While I was there, I purchased a gift for someone who would appreciate these offerings, but $50 plus a tip later, I know this place isn't a space for someone like me.

This is a great store to visit and they always have items on sale for a good price. Or if you need…read moreto pick up dinner you can get that already prepared and it's very good. The service is always stellar at these locations. The person at the fish counter really helped me figure out what type of salmon to buy today as well as some shrimp that was local. The store is always clean and inviting. I like all the options here too vs a big grocery store.

Managers at this store apparently condone and are implicit with harassment of young female…read moreemployees.

As a person who enjoys cooking, I could honestly lay on the floor in this space--it brings so much…read morejoy. Between tasting the selections, the shopping and the overall experience, it is an absolute delight. I have seen this store before but never stopped in, and I am glad I finally did. They have a massive selection spanning savory spices, sweet blends, herbs, and teas. I was especially impressed by their selections of infused honey, which had me feeling inspired to use honey in completely new ways in my kitchen. The store layout includes seasonal recipe cards placed throughout to spark creativity, and they send you a coupon on your birthday. This shop is a fantastic option for gifting. These spices would make an excellent present for any cook you know. Personally, I would love a gift basket from this place. To top it all off, the customer service is excellent. I spoke with Scott, he had the exact welcoming, magnanimous and knowledgeable vibe that you would want in a spice advisor. He made a great visit even better. Whether you are an avid home chef, professional or just looking to elevate your everyday meals, this shop is well worth a visit.

Freshest spices on the market ! Excellent prices & great service …read more Refills available & shipping ! Fun place to shop ! You can even taste the spices ! I love it !

Love the quality of meat here and the pork chops are outstanding…read more Really friendly counter support and the dine-in experience is wonderful.

I've been a fan of NYBS's restaurant since they opened, and my husband and I would visit at least…read moreonce a month for dinner.  Unfortunately, after a few recent bad experiences, we won't be returning.   My biggest issues recently have been - * Excessive salt on the Salmon BLT sandwich and meatballs - formerly, two of our favorite dishes * Smoked salmon fonduta - heating smoked salmon made this a fishy, unpalatable appetizer * Hamburger overcooked and dry, even with the added (very thinly sliced) cheddar cheese * Soggy fries * Crabcake aioli too sweet * Not enough servers to handle the demand in the restaurant, and we've noticed some turnover, too   I appreciate that NYBS offers reasonably priced specials and beverages, but their food quality has declined significantly since we first started eating there.  The only things we still enjoy are the steak flight, wings, and gouda and bacon macaroni and cheese.  It pains me to say this, but we are done. The decline in food quality and inattentive service have removed this restaurant from our rotation.

I go to Burn Boot Camp right upstairs from Chop & Chisel. Going in has been on my to-do list for a…read morewhile, and I decided today was the day I would try it out. I immediately noticed the fresh, delicious smell, the variety of options in the refrigerator, and the kind welcome I received from the staff member. She showed me a few different options, and I settled on the chicken parm. It cost about $9. I heated it up at home and it was so delicious. The portion was generous but not too much. It had great flavor, was fresh, and I will definitely try Chop & Chisel again.

Fantastic healthy ready to heat and eat healthy meals! Weekly meal subscription at affordable…read moreprices.

While on Birkdale my team and I stopped in to Macaroon Espresso Bar. Alexis (I think that's her…read morename) was working and she warmly greeted us and went over the menu items. The bar is absolutely adorable with cute decor! I ordered a matcha that was made to perfection. The menu is extensive. Alexis was patient as we were chatting it up and figuring out what we wanted. It's nothing like genuine customer service from a person that likes people! I didn't try the macarons but I was told that they are delightful!

Stumbled upon mon macaron while in Birkdale Village. It's a great little shop, along the green in…read morethe middle of Birkdale. They have a variety of coffee and teas to choose from, as well as macarons! I stopped for coffee, but will definitely be back to try some macarons! The service was great and quick. And the coffee is super good! I opted for the white mocha latte and it was amazing! Not bad on prices either. Give mon macaron a try if you're in Birkdale!

Overtime, I've grown to really like Lowes. Their baked goods, fresh fish, smoked meats are great! I…read morelove their Christmas cookie bar this time of year. Plus, they're conveniently located in my neighborhood. I believe my previous bad experience can be attributed to maybe the staff who made my sandwich. This past week, I parked in the grab and go area of the parking lot. I was running in to grab a few things. I walked across a sewer grate in front of my car and accidently dropped my keys inside. It was filled with dirty water so I couldn't see them. In a panic, I went inside and told the first staff person I encountered, Brendan. He sprang into action, was so kind but couldn't help at all. I really appreciated how he stopped what he was doing to try and help me. I stopped back over to thank him a second time. Lowes, you have a good staff person in Brendan! Kudos! My keys, they're in sewer heaven.

I heard on TikTok that Lowes Foods has a $3 matcha latte so I wanted to check it out…read more Unfortunately I found out they recently took matcha off the menu (and it was more than $3). But nonetheless it's a cool store--very cutesy and demure. Prices are a bit high so probably not in everyone's budget for daily shopping.