We went during Charlotte Food Week and on a night when the restaurant had live music!…read moreAwesome atmosphere, cocktails were amazing, I had a Paloma spritz, my husband had an old fashion. The meatloaf was moist and cooked to perfection, as were the broccoli and mash potatoes with gravy. The fried chicken was crispy and moist. But I have to say the star of the show for me was the Asian Crunch salad! Fresh, flavorful, savory with bits of sweet and tons of texture. We'll be going back for another date night her soon!

We've been to Culinary Dropout three times now, and this visit was a completely different…read moreexperience from our first two. The first two visits were outstanding. The first time was in November 2025 and 2nd time March 2026 where the bartenders were professional, welcoming, knowledgeable, and made some of the best Bloody Marys we've had in Charlotte. The food was excellent, and we left both times excited to come back. Unfortunately, this Sunday's visit (around 2 p.m.) felt like a different restaurant. It was much busier, and service was noticeably lacking. We waited quite a while just to be acknowledged, our drinks weren't nearly the quality they had been before, and the Bloody Mary tasted like it came straight from a mix instead of being handcrafted like our previous visits. The food was also disappointing. It was much saltier than we remembered, and we never received the Caesar salad with steak we ordered. To the staff's credit, it wasn't on our bill, so we didn't mention it. Overall, no one was rude, but the attention to detail, professionalism, and overall experience that earned our previous five-star reviews just wasn't there this time. We're hoping this was simply an off day because we genuinely loved this place and would like to see it return to the high standard that made us regular customers.

Stumbled upon Leroy Fox while walking through South End and honestly couldn't have made a better…read morerandom stop. The $15 beer bucket is an absolute steal, and pairing that with $1.25 wings? Hard to beat for the area. The ambiance is great -- exactly the kind of spot you want to catch an NFL game with a group. Our server was friendly and attentive, which always makes a difference. The wings were solid -- we went with the deep fried and grilled option, which came out well. My only note would be that I'd love to see a strictly grilled wing option on the menu for those who prefer it. A small ask, but it would make this place even more of a go-to. Will definitely be back for game day. Gem of a find in South End.

I would like to give this place 2 1/2 stars so I am unfortunately rounding down. I came here on a…read moreSaturday at 7 PM with a couple friends for dinner. We made a reservation, but it did not appear to be necessary because the place was only half full. We sat at a four top on the covered patio area and placed a couple orders for drinks and appetizers. I had a strawberry mocktail that was actually decent and served in a cup glass, which elevated the experience and presentation. my friend ordered the polar express which looked like a espresso martini, but apparently was not one. We started with fried zucchini bites and chicken nuggets. Our reservation was for 7 PM, but we did not receive our drinks until at least 730 and our first appetizer did not appear until after 8 PM. We then placed our order for the main entrée. I got the quarter south with the kale quinoa, side salad and my friends got a couple sandwiches. The food arrived around 8:30 PM by which point we were all very hungry. One of my friends had to ask for the side of honey mustard multiple times before we finally got an extra dipping sauce as far as flavor goes the nuggets and zucchini fries were OK at best not bad but definitely nothing to write home about and they took forever to come out. I liked my quarter south enough, the leg and the thigh but the kale quinoa salad was just too bland it was dressed, but definitely not enough or they just need a better dressing something with more flavor and zing. We didn't even bother asking for a dessert menu because we did not want to be held hostage any longer. Price wise it was pretty on point with other restaurants in the area, but overall this place was just very slow and did not live up to expectations as one of my friends had been here a while back and was actually a regular I think. Because the service was so slow I got my ticket validated, but it exceeded the two hours so I still had to pay for parking which was a little bit annoying considering I waited over an hour for appetizers. Unfortunately, this one was a miss. @azfitfoodfun

Found this dive on Yelp and somehow I have never driven by it. We had lunch there and little did we…read moreknow they were a part of restaurant week as well. I didn't do the restaurant week menu but I did get the penguin burger meal. It was a double patty smash burger with truffle fries. The meal was great and tasted delicious... as expected with the name. I like this little gem of a restaurant and would definitely go back for their burgers. The environment is pretty laid back and easy with kids. They have a free game room which was an added bonus. Overall I like the place and recommend if you are searching for a good smash burger.

The music here was easily the highlight of the visit--Billy Joel, Otis Redding, Katy Perry, Bruno…read moreMars, and Sir Elton John had me grooving while waiting for my food! The servers were also very nice and friendly. However, a few things held the experience back: Atmosphere & Layout: First, don't let the name fool you--it's not actually a drive-in. Walking into the lobby, I was hit with a stale, dank, musty smell, which seemed to be coming from the restrooms located right at the front entrance. The waiting bench was cluttered with high piles of boxes, which didn't make the best first impression, and the hand towel dispenser in the ladies' room was out of order. The Food: I paid $11 for five skinny, dry wings paired with a watery blue cheese dressing. For "jumbo" wings, they were pretty mid. The menu overall feels like it could use an upgrade (Bad Daddy's Burgers right across the street sets a much better benchmark for this type of casual spot burger). The staff and the playlist were fun, but between the lacking atmosphere and disappointing food, it falls right in the middle for me.

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.

Dish is a true Charlotte staple for comfort food, laid-back vibes, and what I have officially…read moredeemed the best dirty martini in town--the Christina Aguilera. They recently removed this drink from the martini menu, but if the bartenders know you're aware of its legacy, you can still get it, muddled olives and all! Walking in feels like stepping into your grandma's house, but with a cool, hipster spin. The staff is absolutely amazing; going in genuinely feels like visiting a friend. I have so many menu favorites, including the meatloaf, blackened chicken, and fried green tomatoes (that horseradish sauce is incredible!). Even down to a simple chicken salad sandwich and tots, everything here just hits the spot. So may great sides from fried okra to Mac n cheese, and don't forget about the biscuit and deviled egg with most dishes! Pro Tip: Be sure to check out the specials board when you walk in, alongside all of their incredible bar specials. They also host open mic comedy, drag bingo, karaoke, and other fun events, so definitely keep an eye on their socials!

Nice vibe and perfect if you're looking for something that tastes like a filling home cooked…read morecomfort meal. The fish in particular is excellent. Light, flaky, and tender. We'll be back.

Everyone was amazing and love love the new menu! Everyone works together which I love, but our…read morewaiter at the bar Johnathon was fantastic and really was helpful with our choices!! Food, drinks, ambiance with the Dj was on point! Can't wait to come back!

This is our fav restaurant in Clt. It's so inventive and delicious, reasonably priced and sexy…read morevibe. We had Jacinto as a server and he was so helpful and nice. Great recommendations We always order the gratin and will always be ordering Beef Anticucho. The maize and truffle was to die for- the sauce is over the top. The Crabocado Causa was good but it wouldn't be something I'd put on my "must order" list Again, this place is just so amazing and consistent. We love it

Great food, great vibes, great service! One of my favorite places in Charlotte to eat!read more

We are so grateful that Pinky's never lets us down ! Always a great option true and true …read more I've been going here for years and honestly have no notes or complaints . Affordable and savory no matter what you get . Best bartenders in Charlotte, you could close your eyes and pick anything off the menu and enjoy it .No matter how long the wait is it's worth every minute . I tried the Flounder special for the first time . Amazing . Pinky's always offers something you can't quite get anywhere else . For the flounder , it was the fresh dill in the batter, it gave it a certain tang that just sets it apart . Hearty portions ! Trust you won't leave still hungry . Pinky's please don't change !

Aubree was amazing. friendly. accommodating. No one came to our table for 10 mins. we were moved…read moreto Aubree's section and she was great. I would come to sit in her section every time I visited here. .

What an amazing experience at The State of Confusion! They ofer in door and outdoor seating. Very…read moreclean with a southern feel. From the moment we sat down, our waiter Ray took incredible care of our family. He was attentive, personable, and made sure every part of our meal was exactly what we wanted. We went all in on the menu and every dish delivered. The fried gator bites with remoulade were crispy and perfectly seasoned, the grilled shrimp salad was fresh and beautifully plated, and the fried shrimp po'boy (loaded with a tangy Cajun aioli) was a standout. We also loved the homemade potato chips and the fried plantain salad with their signature "Confusion Spice" such a fun, flavorful touch that ties the whole menu together. Honestly though, Ray's service is what made the dining truly special. He struck the perfect balance of being present without hovering, checked in at all the right moments, and just had such a genuinely warm energy the whole time. You could tell he actually cared about us having a great experience, not just doing his job. We'll definitely be back, and I'll be requesting Ray every time. If you go, ask for him phenomenal!