I recently went to Barcelona Wine Bar in Charlotte, NC and honestly loved this place. The…read morerestaurant is really nice, clean, and has such an upscale vibe without feeling overly fancy. It is definitely a place where you can sit down, grab some drinks, order a bunch of food, and hang out for a while. The food was absolutely incredible. The portions are definitely small for the price, but the flavor in every dish was unreal. This is the kind of food that makes you realize you probably could not recreate it at home. Everything had so much flavor and tasted completely different from the next dish. The Patatas Bravas, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Jamón & Manchego Croquetas, Albondigas, Boquerones, and Paella Mariscos were all amazing. Honestly, some of the best versions of these dishes I have ever had. The flavors were so rich and everything was cooked perfectly. The Paella Mariscos was probably my favorite, but it does take a while to cook, so order it right away if you want it. The service was also great and very fast. We never felt like we were waiting around for anything, which was impressive because the place was pretty busy. It can definitely get crowded, so I could see there being a wait during peak times. The only real downside is the price. You are paying a decent amount, and because the portions are small, you have to order several things to really make a meal out of it. But honestly, the quality and flavor are there. Overall, this is one of the best Spanish style restaurants I have been to. Great food, great drinks, amazing atmosphere, and a place that is perfect for hanging out with friends. Definitely worth trying if you are in Charlotte.

A little taste of Barcelona. Staff are super knowledgeable, food is OUTSTANDING, and you leave…read morefeeling great. I don't think you can go wrong on what you order. Manchego was lovely (aged), Jamon had some wonderful nut tones, but what stood out was the croquetas and patatas bravas

I highly recommend!!!…read more I love Spice recently I returned and everything was phenomenal! The hosts are so kind and beautiful when walking in, I had a few bar bites and cocktails. Then when my friend arrived, we went to our table which we had a reservation for and ordered food I enjoyed the Sushi and fire shots to celebrate her birthday! They definitely made this special for her. I cannot wait to return! I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

First time visiting this Spice location for a friends birthday. The staff was very nice and overall…read moregood service. For larger groups (we had about 10-12 people) they would only allow 3 bills which I always find to be weird & the place was empty but hey house rules I guess lol. The group had pretty good reviews on food but I would recommend not getting the lamb sliders for brunch. For the price and size it should be listed as an appetizer. It was over cooked and literally an oversized bun on a small quarter sized lamb slider. Also for the champagne brand (I believe "André" or "Clarke"), very overpriced. I'll definitely come back to check out the dinner since I've heard good things.

Went to try DTR for the first time during restaurant week! The inside of the restaurant has such a…read morecool vibe and fun decor. It's very moody and would be a good date night spot! The food was amazing and we felt like we got such a great value for the Queen's Feast special they were offering. The service was good and everyone was kind. It was three of us in total and we enjoyed catching up together and participating in restaurant week here.

This DTR location is an attractive spot, especially the garden/fountain area outside. It is a great…read moredate night or friends night out spot for sure. The wine selection is impressive and they have great cocktails, typically seasonal rotating options as well. I enjoyed the caviar and chips option, flatbread pizza, and brussels. It was martini night which was a great deal on traditional martinis and the cosmo was delicious. The drawback to this location is parking can be difficult, so plan accordingly for your arrival time in case you have to search for street parking.

Went here for a special occasion, and the food was incredible. Beautiful restaurant, I could have…read moredone with more chill music and not so loud, but overall the ambience was pretty good. Pros: THE FOOD! Beautiful restaurant Cons: Loud pop music The so-so's: Nice waiter but a bit too chatty Customers looking sloppy as hell. What happened to dress codes at nicer places??

Mariposa is definitely an experience in international cuisine…read more The staff is super friendly, very attentive. The restaurant is beautiful a perfect girls night out place. Absolutely awesome to take pictures and you're in the heart of uptown Charlotte. Our cocktails were phenomenal. My mother had a margarita and I had a sidecar. Some menu items maybe acquired tastes, both of our dishes were very tasty and definitely an experience that gave us insight into a different culture's cuisine.

I met a friend to catch up while I was in town, and this place was perfect for it! I depend on my…read morefriend to get me to the good spots, and she didn't disappoint with this choice. This bustling place has its own style that matches their unique name. I didn't drive, but there was parking outside the restaurant. Love: service (helpful, kind), lamb burger (seasoned well, filling), spicy feta (great flavor)

After a failed attempt to eat at another restaurant on Thursday night, we decided on Kid Cashew on…read morea whim and it turned out to be a most excellent decision! We ordered a whole mess of things, the vegan items being the Quinoa Stuffed Avocado, Impossible 'Burger' Gyro, and Hummus. My friends ordered a few non-vegan selections as well, and we of course sampled some of the cocktails. We were all VERY pleased with our selections. I suppose we didn't go into this with any particular expectations but we very happily devoured everything. And we remarked that Kid Cashew seemed so reasonably priced, compared to what we would expect to be charged for some of the items! I think Kid Cashew was probably the best value restaurant during our extended weekend in North Carolina, and it may have been my favorite meal! I think I would make a point to revisit Kid Cashew if I was ever passing through Charlotte again in the future!

My friend & I had dinner here tonight and the food was phenomenal. We didn't have a single thing…read morethat we did not enjoy. Kendon was our server and he was absolutely amazing, he really made this experience wonderful!

This place was kind of hard to find. I went for a friends birthday brunch…read more We had a big party & I think the waiter did a great job accommodating everyone with the service provided. I got crab rangoons for my appetizers. They were good but a lot more breading than I would like. My meal was the chicken and waffles. Boneless chicken for chicken and waffles is always a negative for me because it's not my thing. They were also thighs too which I wasn't expecting. The waffle itself was good and came with a hot honey type of syrup. I had to get more syrup because it wasn't enough for the portion size in my opinion. The food was not bad by any means, but my expectations were higher.

The Ambiance was very nice, the food was excellent. I had several items on the menu and they were…read morereally great. The service was great too. The manager and servers were very attentive. They gave me suggestions on the items from the menu for me to choose. Next time I am in town I will stop by again!!

The food was excellent! Especially the ribs and the Curry Duck Noodles - LIFE CHANGING!!!!…read moreMoreover, the service was beyond what I expected - GREAT VIBE AND WARM FRIENDLY SERVICE! Will definitely become a REGULAR!

My friends birthday is on the 4TH of July so we visited Medusa lounge to celebrate! The outside…read morebouncer was friendly and welcoming and not mean like some tend to be. The lounge is Beautiful and very chill with great DJs and music. The vibe was sexy and the music wasn't too loud. Our waitress was just as beautiful as the lounge. Her name is Shay she was attentive and kept checking on us as our party grew in size. Most of us were not drinking alcohol and just having mocktails or juice. I had a Caesar salad and pineapple juice. I might say that the salad was presented well and delicious. I wasn't really hungry, but I wanted to patronize the restaurant and order something. This is a place that I will come back to alone or with a group again. I felt very comfortable and I was impressed with Shay's customer service. The waitress that was training Shay was very nice as well. There was a guy doing fire shows and blowing fire. He was talented and very nice. There was also a guy that came around selling flowers, but for some reason, he didn't stop at our table. I didn't feel like I was in Charlotte. I felt like I was in Vegas or Miami! Medusa is a hidden gem in Charlotte.

Nice Vibe, But the Food Missed the Mark for Me…read more My friend and I stopped by Medusa Lounge for brunch after seeing some good reviews. Overall, I'd give it 3 out of 5 stars. My rating is based mainly on the food, not the service or atmosphere. The space itself is small but has a nice, laid-back vibe. I could definitely see it being a good place to meet friends for drinks or enjoy the nightlife. For brunch, my friend ordered the shrimp and grits. She said the flavor was good, but the grits were much runnier than she expected. I ordered the waffles with eggs and bacon. The presentation looked great when it came out, but unfortunately, the waffle was cold, so I had to send it back. By the time it was brought back out, the wait had taken away my appetite. I only ate a couple of bites before I was ready to leave. The bacon was okay, but overall, the meal just didn't impress me. Our server was very kind, attentive, and apologetic about the delay, and I really appreciated her professionalism throughout the experience. Would I go back? For brunch, probably not. For drinks and the atmosphere, maybe. Everyone's taste is different, so I wouldn't tell anyone not to try it. Your experience may be completely different from mine. It just wasn't the food experience I was hoping for. If you decide to visit, I'd recommend checking it out for yourself and forming your own opinion.