The type of meal you need to unbutton your pants for…read more The catfish was crispy, green beans had some bite to em' and the mashed potatoes were hands down the best I've ever had. Now I'll admit -- I'm a tough judge of cornbread. A lot of people will serve it to you as dry as the desert. Crumbly. Without any love. At the southern pecan, I could've had a whole sheet of their cornbread -- it was pleasantly delicious. Also of note: Our server was prompt and kind. The vibe inside was really cool too. Overall, I'd come back!

I'll probably come around again. Probably…read more For a Wednesday night, I was surprised how sleepy it was inside (though the volume of the sad Dolly Parton music was set for a full house), As such, we ate outside. Food was pretty good, though not special enough. Nothing made it great. That said, tThe shrimp Louisiana appetizer I could eat for hours as the bread and broth were a pair out of this world together. Our server was professional and sweet. Prices probably higher than deserved, but the neighborhood allows for it, so be it. They could do with more NA beer options than just Becks, I'd say.

We got on the walk-in list 30 minutes before arriving, but when we got there, the host told us it…read morewould still be about an hour wait. There were several "reserved" tables that remained empty until after we had finished eating, so I think the restaurant could benefit from a better reservation system with more accurate buffer times to accommodate walk-in guests. To avoid the wait, we decided to sit at the bar, and I'm glad we did because the food was amazing. The fried chicken and waffles were perfectly seasoned, and the waffle had a unique texture and flavor that reminded me of a combination of a traditional waffle and a soft pretzel. The cheesy potato cake was absolutely delicious. The fruit bowl was also good, but I wish they had been a little more generous with the blueberry pudding. The shrimp and grits came with large tomatoes, which may not be for everyone, and my friend felt the dish was lacking grits overall. She didn't feel like she got her money's worth. Would I go back? Absolutely. My meal was delicious, and I can't wait to return and try more of their homemade, fresh dishes. I also think it's great that they partner with local farmers to help curate their menu.

Great food!! Loved the fried chicken and biscuits the most. The fried green tomatoes were so good…read moreand it was my first time having them. I also tried the charred okra which was good. Mac & cheese was alright. Cocktails were great. We also tried their champagne tender and it was super crispy and had the taste of champagne. Service was decent. Only downside is if you make a reservation online, you will not be refunded the $3 per person fee and it is also not taken off your bill.

Located inside an old chair, this place was amazing! Cool,…read morecasual yet elegant, service was outstanding and the food was really delicious and fresh. We came for brunch and they almost had to roll us out of there. They passed around oysters, shrimp cocktail and grilled pineapple with honey. Three different food stations: meat, vegetable and shrimp skewers was one; your choice of southern ham (prosciutto basically) or crab cake eggs benedicts was the second one and the third one I don't remember (mostly because I didn't quite make it there). In the middle they had lobster deviled eggs, assorted tea sandwiches and a small section with desserts. Everything was delicious and made with fresh ingredients. Yes, it's expensive but so well worth it!! Parking can be an issue but the good thing is, you can walk off a little of everything that you ate so that's a win!

It wasn't worth the price tbh for brunch. I will update my review or make a new one if we go to…read moredinner and maybe that was our mistake. $78 per person from brunch wasn't that great. They barely brought around food like the French toast bites. They kept bringing around oysters and literally no table wanted them that I saw. It wasn't that busy either, tons of empty tables. Instead they held off the arguably best dish of the house: French toast bites. We FINALLY got them at the end of our meal before we left but had to stalk the waiter for them. For $78 there should be way more rotations of the better dishes. Our waiter was great and atmosphere is gorgeous. Playing, food quality and everything was average. The highlight was the poached eggs, eggs Benedict, bacon, potatoes, skewers and everything else was okay. Not better than like Golden Corral or a standard buffet. My opinion is skip the brunch for that price, unless you really like oysters LOL. Also if I had little kids, would never waste money on brunch here.

the food is absolutely delicious and the staff was friendly and personable. My new favorite spot to…read moreeat in Charlotte.

Visiting from Chicago and my girlfriends chose this spot for Sunday brunch. Coming from a city that…read moreis known for its food, I was beyond impressed. The service was impeccable. At no point was the wait long - seating, ordering & food delivery. Manager, Lawrence, was so very helpful in helping us get the perfect meal for our tastebuds and his suggestions did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area (or feel like driving). I will definitely check them out the next time I'm in town.

In town for the lions / panthers SNF game. We had dinner here our first night in town. The…read morebeginning didn't start out great, we had a reservation and showed up about 10 mins before it, but we weren't sat until about 20 minutes after our scheduled time. After being seated we were greeted right away. Our server was great, I did not catch his name though! The restaurant was busy and we sat upstairs. Nice comfortable setting. They were out of a lot of dishes but we did get the trout. Short rib, calamari, hanger steak and some of their sides. Everything was very fresh and delicious. It was also my husbands birthday so we got a wonderful piece of their coconut cake. Overall a great meal and would come back

Went around 6:00 on a Friday night and it was booming! Thank goodness for a reservation. Very nice…read moreinside with lots of lighting. Our server was super attentive and friendly. She even suggested her favorite menu items to us! Now the food... was... DELISH!!! I didn't take pictures of the appetizers but they served bread with olive oil and we ordered the smoked chicken wings for the table. The wings were amazing, as well as the ranch I was a little hesitant to order the pork loin with this peach and arugula salad thing on top but I went for it and MAN was it excellent! I didn't take pictures of the sides but we also ordered the Mac & cheese and Yukon gold purée and they were some of the best side dishes I've ever had. Especially the mashed potatoes and I am a bit of a mashed potato connoisseur Portion sizes were pretty big, we brought home leftovers. Definitely on the pricier side.

Straight outta Queens and found Nana"s. Great food! My new favorite place! Clean, friendly and…read moreprofessional staff. Great music. Yes indeed!

HOLY MOLY this place was amazing!…read more We bought 2 plates to try a bunch of things. My favorites were the smothered chicken, stuffing, cucumber salad, and Mac n cheese. My husband really liked the collards and fried chicken as well (the fried chicken wasn't my favorite but he loved it). The only thing we wouldn't get again was the jerk chicken. 5/5!!!!

The best food the fries were so good and and the steak was perfect I would come here againread more

I came here for the first time last weekend and had a great meal. We arrived around 8pm, theres not…read morea lot of parking but it was late enough that we didn't have trouble finding a spot. We requested to be seated outside since it was nice out. The inside is spacious though, with a lot of regular seating as well as a large bar in the middle. We decided to get the combo platter of cheddar jalapeno sausage, brisket, pulled pork and 1/2 rack of ribs with mac and cheese and homemade potato salad. We washed it down with some ice cold Red Oak and white wine. My favorite was definitely the brisket- it was perfectly tender, juicy and flavorful on its own. I think the jalapeno sausage and ribs were tied for second. You know it's done well when the meats don't *need* any extra sauces, although we tried a few and they were quite flavorful. There was plenty of food (we had leftovers), our server was friendly, and the price was right! @azfitfoodfun

Let me just say, Mertz Heart & Soul was SO good that we went back two days in a row! And if you…read moreknow me, you know that's saying something. We went as a colleague attending the National Funeral Directors Association conference , and everybody ordered something different, so we got to experience a little bit of everything. First, the atmosphere! The decor is very eclectic and gives you that feeling of sitting in somebody's mama's or grandmother's kitchen. It's warm, comfortable, and inviting. The staff especially our server Daris was extremely nice and welcoming, too. Another thing worth mentioning is their 97% sanitation rating. That's definitely a plus! DAY ONE - Everybody had their own plate and their own opinion! I ordered the Catfish and Shrimp Creole with macaroni and cheese and collard greens. Everything was hot, fresh, and seasoned really well. Now, let me tell you about those greens! They had fresh tomatoes and onions on top, and that was a first for me. But I absolutely loved it! That's something I'll definitely be doing from now on. Sometimes it's the little things that make a dish stand out. My mentor ordered the Beef Ribs and Fried Catfish with red beans, yellow saffron rice, and collard greens. Those beef ribs were so tender they practically fell apart like silk! The catfish was cooked just right, and everything was hot and fresh. The yellow saffron rice was different from what we're used to, but it was delicious. The seasoning was especially impressive because she's salt-sensitive, and the food had plenty of flavor without being overly salty. My boss went with the Special Smoked Pork Chop with collard greens and red beans and rice. His rating was a 10/10! The pork chop was well-seasoned, had a great smoky flavor, and was cooked perfectly. It wasn't dry or overcooked. He doesn't typically eat a lot of beans, but he really enjoyed the red beans and rice. He also liked that the greens had a little crunch without being gritty. And let me not forget the cornbread! We all shared it, and it was fresh, fluffy, and served with honey butter. That combination was so good! Soft, warm cornbread with honey butter? Yes, please! DAY TWO - Yes, We Went BACK! The food was good enough to bring us right back the very next day. This time, I tried the Chicken and Dumplings with cabbage. I love being able to return to a restaurant and try something different instead of feeling like I only need to order the same thing again Mertz Heart & Soul is doing something right. The food was cooked fresh, the seasoning was on point, and nothing we had was overcooked. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere felt like home, and everybody at the table enjoyed their meal. I especially appreciate when you can go out to eat with family, order completely different things, and everybody has something good to say about their food. We don't go back-to-back days to just anywhere, so that should tell you something! Mertz Heart & Soul gets a 30/10 from us! We'll definitely be back!

I'm so glad my son and I were able to get here while we were in Charlotte. I wish I could give…read moreMert's 100 stars. First off, the place is super cute; great music and incredible vibes. The service was excellent. Now, the food was fire. I ordered the Fried Catfish with Shrimp Creole and honestly, it's the best catfish I've ever eaten in life. Tender, juicy, flavorful, and a delicious crunchy exterior. The Shrimp Creale was excellent as well, incredible seasoning and texture. My son also enjoyed his food, but after tasting my catfish he wished he'd ordered the same thing. We both loved the cornbread as well; it was warm, soft, and the butter just made it even better. I will definitely go back next time I'm in the area.

HIDDEN GEM ALERT!…read more And that's not an exaggeration: this is a pop-up inside the Forest Hill Church kitchen! Don't let the random location fool you; HA Pigsmith's is busting out some mean eats, with hefty portions and affordable prices. How it works: Follow @so_science on Instagram, and they'll post the week's menu over the weekend. The themes vary every week, so keep an eye on it! You have until midnight on Tuesday to email them with your order. On Wednesday morning, you get an email with payment and pick-up details, and then you swing by the back of the church between 4 and 7 PM on Wednesday to pick up your goods! Pretty easy process, especially if you live close by. So far we've gotten dishes from their BBQ menu (brisket, bbq beans, cheese and mac) and their Greek menu (moussaka with side Greek salad, gyro with fries). Everything is restaurant quality. Let me rephrase: everything is excellent restaurant quality! Like what I would expect if I went to a BBQ joint or Greek spot that specialize in that type of cuisine. Pretty incredible. We originally found out about HA's from a neighbor, and I added this business page to Yelp to be able to share my photos and experiences to help spread the word about this awesome local spot!

We've picked up food several times and it's always delicious! This time around it was Tupelo honey…read moreand thyme friend chicken (perfect blend of savory and sweet) along with eastern N.C. style BBQ that was tender and delicious, plus sides of beans and mac n' cheese, and peach cobbler for dessert. All of it was so tasty and you can tell a lot of thought and care is put into the dishes. Can't recommend highly enough!

So I walked in thinking I made a reservation for the night but turns out it was for two weeks out…read more The hostess was very accommodating over my mistake and offered us seating right away on the patio which worked out fine! My hubby and I ordered the street corn which was delicious with a little bit of spice. For my main I ordered the chicken picatta and thought it was very nice! The chicken with the lemon was really refreshing. I loved my mocktail as well! Probably one of the best I've had so far! To finish we ordered the pecan pie with dulce ice cream and it was delicious! Would love to go back and check out the inside of the restaurant too!

Celebrating my 55th birthday with a brunch at Crunkleton. This was my first visit, but will…read moredefinitely not be my last. First and foremost, our waiter, Alan was the best! I'm talking top tier, Veuve Clicquot Brut service...with a little spice...Best! He was so accommodating and keep us laughing the entire time. He went out of his way to make my day special! We started with beignets, oysters on the half shell and cocktails. Espresso Martinis, a Dirty Martini, and a specialty cocktail made to order. It may sound like a weird combination, but it all paired well together. I was in the mood for beef. So, I ordered the Wagyu Brunch Burger- 1/2 lb Wagyu, Over-Easy Egg, Grilled Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Hollandaise, Avocado Spread, Brioche Bun, Garlic and Herb Fries. The fam had the Veggie Ranchero omelet- Seasonal Beans, Grilled Corn, Pico de Gallo, Poblano, Cheddar, Avocado, Tortilla Strips, Ranchero, Chipotle-Lime Crema, and a Hashbrown Casserole. Fingerling Breakfast potatoes, with a side of bacon and eggs, and another Hashbrown Casserole. Everything was cooked to perfection. I had such a great time and can't wait to return. I even made a recommendation to a friend who dined there Labor Day weekend and enjoyed her experience. I'll be back soon for sure!