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My friend wanted to celebrate her birthday at Kristy's and they did not disappoint! Soon as I entered the door, I was greeted by the host and she even gave suggestions on parking for my friend. We were immediately seated and also given an option for two different areas. Our server greeted us with hush puppies and a cinnamon butter, yummy. What's a celebration without a cocktail?! We were interested in the Fish Bowl and our server accommodated our request and had it split into two glasses with the same garnishes included in the bowl, and even put the extra leftover drink into two separate mini carafes for us to enjoy. Now on to the good part, the entrees! We both decided on the Mardi Gras Pasta, one w/blackened shrimp and the other with fried shrimp. Both were delicious and very flavorful! My friend's only request was that she wish she had a little more sauce with her pasta. The staff helped celebrate my friend's birthday w/a song, sparklers and decadent slice of chocolate cake. We both agreed our experience was good one and will be back!
We stopped in for lunch and I enjoyed the shrimp po boy. The size of the shrimp was great and cooked to perfection. I wish I had more lettuce and mustard/sauce I think it would've enhanced the flavor of the po boy. The shrimp and grits my husband had were amazing; I love the stone ground grits they have more texture, so flavorful. I loved the hush puppies and they are complementary to your dining experience. But baby, the BEIGNETS WERE ABSOLUTELY my favorite on the menu. It's almost like a croissant beignet and I need a basket of them! And our waiter JoJo was phenomenal and a joy to get to know! (Corbin Bleu)!
The atmosphere was relaxing and not too loud, and the decor was amazing! Our server, Arika, was great very friendly and attentive to our needs. I had the Lemon Drop and the fish and grits. I ordered the sauce on the side because I wanted to try it first before adding it to my grits. Everything was full of flavor and tasted amazing! We will definitely be back!
The food was amazing full of Nola flavor! We had a few things on the menu and everyone enjoyed their entree. The turkey wings were a tad bit over cooked but the flavor was on point . We also enjoyed the vibe; the hostess , the server and the owner provided superior customer service. The music was classic Nola and we even danced a little. Next time we are in Charlotte we will definitely be back.
Prep time was super fast which is a plus. The food was really good. Not over seasoned but just right. I definitely will be back to try more stuff. I had the Mardi Gras pasta & fried catfish platter.
I've been recommending this spot to others and had never tried it myself....until TODAY! I was riding around trying to figure out what to do for dinner and I happen to be close to City Kitchen. A friend raved over the food and I'm a lover of New Orleans, so I decided to place an order. I'm so happy I did! The food came out super hot and it didn't take long to receive it! I ordered the Crawfish Etouffee and Mardi Gras Pasta....lets just say the Etouffee didn't make it out the parking lot! It had soooo much flavor and it truly reminded me of New Orleans, so much I'm ready to go back... It didn't take long to order nor was it a line. I saw others ordering so I knew I made the right choice. The chef brought my food out and was very sweet! Definitely recommend anyone to go and try it out, you definitely won't be disappointed!!!
Arrived right around lunch time and it wasn't too busy. The owner visited our table and greeted us which was a nice touch. The business as I understood had recently expanded to the South End area and could be hard to find as it's located in a larger office like building. There was proper signage so you could find the business with limited parking in the parking lot but plenty of parking nearby and around the back of the building. After being seated we were given a small helping of hush puppies (falafel/cornbread like balls) w/ cinnamon butter - sweet but really good. The menu was comprised of typical New Orleans cuisine; poboys, gumbo, jambalaya and larger plates like shrimp and grits and other dishes. I was in town visiting family and was accompanied by my brother and his friend. Collectively we ordered two bowls of red beans & rice, two poboys - grilled shrimp, catfish and the shrimp and grits and a couple of iced teas. Having been to New Orleans several times I was disappointed by small amount of shrimp that was on my sandwich. The red beans & rice were really good and the fried catfish and shrimp & grits were just ok. The larger plate dishes may fair better but be prepared to pay $25+ per dish. Overall service was great and the space itself was really nicely done and had a full bar with tvs.
Now this is a great new addition to the South End neighborhood! Bringing some traditional Louisiana flavors to the Queen City is a noble task, and as someone who loves this cuisine, there aren't too many in the area that hold up. I was very excited to see that Kristy's opened up right around the corner from my office. It is hard to see from the street, but they have added signs to make the location. They are in an office parking lot along busy South Boulevard by the historic Lance Building. For my inaugural visit I sat at the bar since I was rolling solo. I got in fairly early before the lunch crowd came in, and the service was top notch. I decided on the catfish Atchafalaya and was delighted when they brought out some complimentary hush puppies which came with a delicious cinnamon butter. Their entrees can get a little pricy, but that's because a lot of them contain sea food which I don't mind paying a little extra for to make sure it's fresh, and from what I saw every meal coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. They also have some really good specials for both lunch and dinner on week nights. The decor inside is loungey with a beautifully adorned bar, and my guess is that during happy hour and late night it turns into a party vibe. I'll have to check it out to confirm. Can't wait to return.
19 days ago
Finally made it to Kristy's Creole Kitchen with some friends on a Thursday night, and it was worth the wait! We sat at the bar since reservations have to be made by phone, and our bartender was super attentive. The vibe was great with a live DJ and a nice atmosphere. We started with the Bayou Crab Claws and complimentary hush puppies with the most delicious butter. For my entrée, I had the Cajun Fried Chicken Platter with red beans and rice and green beans. 10/10, flavorful and cooked perfectly. My friend ordered The Whole Shebang and loved it too. The French 75 and Cajun Margarita were both excellent. Great food, drinks, service, and vibes. Definitely coming back! read more
Arrived at this restaurant today at 3:50 and was told that they were about to close at 4, and then re-open again at 5. Ok, cool. My husband and I walked around South End and made it back at 4:50. Upon arrival, there were several people now sitting outside waiting on the restaurant to open at 5. 5 o'clock came and went and still they were saying another 10 mins. Then people started saying that they were requesting that you have a reservation. I went in and the girl at the front said we could wait or make reservations which would be 25-30 mins wait. I reiterated to her that we had arrived earlier and was told to come back at 5. At that time, she should have told me about a reservation being needed and given me the opportunity to make a reservation. She agreed and said it would still be a wait. We ended up being called within 5 mins. The waitress got us water immediately and took our order for 2 cups of the gumbo. It was really good, but no heat at all. I was expecting some type of spice but there was nothing there. Still it was good. Our entrees included the shrimp po boy and fries and Mardi Gras pasta. Po boy was on the smaller side and decent. Pasta just okay. If you take the red peppers out, there was zero flavor. I like spice and heat it had neither. However, the shrimp blackened was flavored well. Our waitress never asked if we wanted anything outside of water nor did she ask if we wanted a dessert. Overall, it was decent and priced decent. Would I go back? Yes, but not rushing to get there anytime soon. I think I'd try something else too, read more
Attended an influencer/media night at Christy's Creole Kitchen, and I'm going to give a real, honest take. First, shoutout to the 818 Media team--they were organized, welcoming, and communicated expectations upfront. We had a 7:45 PM slot, arrived around 7:30, and were told there could be a 30-40 minute wait depending on seating. We were seated around 8, which was fair given the crowd and opening night energy. We didn't mind communal seating (it was media night, after all), and we were placed with two other ladies--one also a content creator. That part was actually nice. Now, here's where things shifted. Unfortunately, our server experience was poor. Service was slow and inconsistent, and while we watched multiple tables around us--who arrived after us--get their food, we were still waiting. We spoke up, checked in, and still no resolution. After waiting until about 10 PM with no food, two of us decided to leave. As we were heading out, the 818 Media team checked in, and shortly after, the ladies we were seated with flagged us down--the food had finally come out and was packed to go. We did appreciate that effort, and they even added extra items, which was a nice recovery attempt. Once we got home and tried the food, it was actually good. The shrimp stood out, and overall flavor was there--just a bit spicy for my personal taste, and I'm not big on seafood-heavy dishes. Would I go back? Not immediately. I understand this was opening night, and with that comes some grace. But service is a big part of the experience, and unfortunately, it missed the mark for us. I'd be open to giving them another try in a few months once things settle, because the food does have potential. Honest take: strong concept, good food, but the service experience needs work. read more
15 days ago
My friend wanted to celebrate her birthday at Kristy's and they did not disappoint! Soon as I entered the door, I was greeted by the host and she even gave suggestions on parking for my friend. We were immediately seated and also given an option for two different areas. Our server greeted us with hush puppies and a cinnamon butter, yummy. What's a celebration without a cocktail?! We were interested in the Fish Bowl and our server accommodated our request and had it split into two glasses with the same garnishes included in the bowl, and even put the extra leftover drink into two separate mini carafes for us to enjoy. Now on to the good part, the entrees! We both decided on the Mardi Gras Pasta, one w/blackened shrimp and the other with fried shrimp. Both were delicious and very flavorful! My friend's only request was that she wish she had a little more sauce with her pasta. The staff helped celebrate my friend's birthday w/a song, sparklers and decadent slice of chocolate cake. We both agreed our experience was good one and will be back! read more
We stopped in for lunch and I enjoyed the shrimp po boy. The size of the shrimp was great and cooked to perfection. I wish I had more lettuce and mustard/sauce I think it would've enhanced the flavor of the po boy. The shrimp and grits my husband had were amazing; I love the stone ground grits they have more texture, so flavorful. I loved the hush puppies and they are complementary to your dining experience. But baby, the BEIGNETS WERE ABSOLUTELY my favorite on the menu. It's almost like a croissant beignet and I need a basket of them! And our waiter JoJo was phenomenal and a joy to get to know! (Corbin Bleu)! read more
1 month ago
The atmosphere was relaxing and not too loud, and the decor was amazing! Our server, Arika, was great very friendly and attentive to our needs. I had the Lemon Drop and the fish and grits. I ordered the sauce on the side because I wanted to try it first before adding it to my grits. Everything was full of flavor and tasted amazing! We will definitely be back! read more
1 month ago
The food was amazing full of Nola flavor! We had a few things on the menu and everyone enjoyed their entree. The turkey wings were a tad bit over cooked but the flavor was on point . We also enjoyed the vibe; the hostess , the server and the owner provided superior customer service. The music was classic Nola and we even danced a little. Next time we are in Charlotte we will definitely be back. read more
10 months ago
I've been recommending this spot to others and had never tried it myself....until TODAY! I was riding around trying to figure out what to do for dinner and I happen to be close to City Kitchen. A friend raved over the food and I'm a lover of New Orleans, so I decided to place an order. I'm so happy I did! The food came out super hot and it didn't take long to receive it! I ordered the Crawfish Etouffee and Mardi Gras Pasta....lets just say the Etouffee didn't make it out the parking lot! It had soooo much flavor and it truly reminded me of New Orleans, so much I'm ready to go back... It didn't take long to order nor was it a line. I saw others ordering so I knew I made the right choice. The chef brought my food out and was very sweet! Definitely recommend anyone to go and try it out, you definitely won't be disappointed!!! read more
Arrived right around lunch time and it wasn't too busy. The owner visited our table and greeted us which was a nice touch. The business as I understood had recently expanded to the South End area and could be hard to find as it's located in a larger office like building. There was proper signage so you could find the business with limited parking in the parking lot but plenty of parking nearby and around the back of the building. After being seated we were given a small helping of hush puppies (falafel/cornbread like balls) w/ cinnamon butter - sweet but really good. The menu was comprised of typical New Orleans cuisine; poboys, gumbo, jambalaya and larger plates like shrimp and grits and other dishes. I was in town visiting family and was accompanied by my brother and his friend. Collectively we ordered two bowls of red beans & rice, two poboys - grilled shrimp, catfish and the shrimp and grits and a couple of iced teas. Having been to New Orleans several times I was disappointed by small amount of shrimp that was on my sandwich. The red beans & rice were really good and the fried catfish and shrimp & grits were just ok. The larger plate dishes may fair better but be prepared to pay $25+ per dish. Overall service was great and the space itself was really nicely done and had a full bar with tvs. read more
Now this is a great new addition to the South End neighborhood! Bringing some traditional Louisiana flavors to the Queen City is a noble task, and as someone who loves this cuisine, there aren't too many in the area that hold up. I was very excited to see that Kristy's opened up right around the corner from my office. It is hard to see from the street, but they have added signs to make the location. They are in an office parking lot along busy South Boulevard by the historic Lance Building. For my inaugural visit I sat at the bar since I was rolling solo. I got in fairly early before the lunch crowd came in, and the service was top notch. I decided on the catfish Atchafalaya and was delighted when they brought out some complimentary hush puppies which came with a delicious cinnamon butter. Their entrees can get a little pricy, but that's because a lot of them contain sea food which I don't mind paying a little extra for to make sure it's fresh, and from what I saw every meal coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. They also have some really good specials for both lunch and dinner on week nights. The decor inside is loungey with a beautifully adorned bar, and my guess is that during happy hour and late night it turns into a party vibe. I'll have to check it out to confirm. Can't wait to return. read more
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I wanted some good ole flavorful food so opted for this place I seen on the internet. This is a takeout or delivery food place you can't go sit down for a meal. I ordered the sweet chili salmon bites and the fish and shrimp fried with fries. This was enough for my husband and I to share. The food was delicious and packed with flavor. The only problem was this kiosk set up to order and/or pick up your food. A little confusing so my recommendation order before you go or have it delivered. read more
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