We came in for brunch and we had the pleasure of Taylor waiting on us. She was very attentive and…read morehad a great personality! I got the Grilled sourdough breakfast melt with sausage. Honey it was so flavorful. It slapped!!! We also got the Drew's Biscuit Sliders. Which were flavorful as well. But I definitely recommend the Sourdough Breakfast Melt. The vibe was very causal yet they had so many high end choices for cocktails. If I lived in the area I would definitely come but because it was Grade A!

Nothing screamed come back again. The only reason 2 stars are here is for the server. She was…read moreamazing, thoughtful and she was very knowledgeable. We came in on a Sunday afternoon looking for a great brunch spot. It was pretty packed. Ambiance is cute very spacious. Nice outdoor seating. I ordered the avocado toast which was very loaded. I ended up taking all the toppings off and ate them separately. It was the only thing that was good. The bacon was old and burnt. The eggs which I had only ordered one were over cooked. The hasbrowns were soaked in grease. My wife had the biscuits and gravy. The gravy was cold, the sausage tasted like it was a frozen patty. The biscuit which had some herbs seemed to had a piece of hair in it. The person(I'm assuming the manager) who came over to take care of us stated it was from the herbs in the biscuit batter, I really wanted to enjoy Mothers.

We were close to uptown and looking for an early evening dinner spot. Knowing that CD is going to…read morebe opening a location at the Bowl in Ballantyne (which is closer to us) we thought we'd give it a shot. Walked in and immediately loved the vibe. Big, open and airy. Lots of seating and a few party rooms too. Loved the outdoor seating too. If it had been a little cooler that would have been perfect. They have cornhole and ping pong and just a fun atmosphere out there. Our server was warm and attentive. We did not have to wait for refills and she was quick to answer any questions we had. We started with a few apps - the chips and onion dip and the pigs in a blanket. The chips were well salted and the onion dip was DELISH!!! The pigs were wrapped in homemade party dough and came with a honey mustard crème fraiche. They were so good!! For entrees we tried the fried chicken, prime rib dip, and the meatloaf. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The mashed potatoes were so good too. The only misstep on this dish was the biscuit. Way too dense and not very flavorful. The prime rib dip was tender and came on the most crispy bread. What a great combo! The only thing that wasn't great were the fries, just nothing too special. The meatloaf dish was flavorful and came with those yummy mashed potatoes so great pairing. We didn't have room for dresser on site but we did take the monkey bread to go and enjoyed it later. Good portion size and full of apple and caramel flavor. Did not regret taking that home!! Really looking forward to this spot opening closer to home. Highly recommended

Quite a disappointment. We arrived and were told we would have a 30 minute wait for a table but we…read morecould sit at the bar while on the list. There was lots of confusion at the hostess desk and I even had to ask if they needed our contact information. We checked our name on the list thirty minutes in and we were next in line. At forty minutes I checked again and the group that had been listed after us was now ahead of us and we were second in line. They needed a table for three and we were a table for two. I went and asked what was happening and the staff was dismissive and had no ability to discuss the situation. We saw multiple issues with food orders around us as well as incorrect billing which was concerning. This doesn't seem like an establishment ready to handle the volume of patrons it's built for. Some staff were great while others were far from professional or customer focused. Not a place I will return to.

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

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.

We were out of town looking for somewhere to eat within a vicinity of us visiting Charlotte for my…read moredaughter's birthday. The penguin Drive showed up on our best rated places near me. They did not miss at all. The food was amazing. The fried pickles were greatly cooked and also crispy and flavorful my wife has never ordered a cheeseburger when going ou.t But the bartender suggestion she try it- and my wife was ecstatic when she took a bite. ( loved every bite, especially the fries ) The manager on duty, Jonathan was very helpful and was from my area which was an hour and a half away from Charlotte -Winston Salem/Clemmons area. The crew was super friendly- Loved the atmosphere and the chairs at the bar he suggested was super comfortable. My next visit to Charlotte I will be stopping by again, for sure!!

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.

We visited at about 6:30 on a Friday without a reservation and were told it would be be about 2…read morehours until we could get a table for 3 (insane) but that we could sit at the bar right away. Thankfully we found three seats right next to each other and honestly things may have worked out better. The bartender was absolutely wonderful and gave great suggestions for cocktails based on your preferred spirit. We ordered a variety of plates to try a variety and while all were good, the top picks were the burrata, eggplant and steak skewers.

First time here. Loved the outdoor patio! The staff was very friendly. The best prosciutto I've…read moreever had. Loved their bread too. Shared order: PROSCIUTTO CARPACCIO ROASTED CARROTS My order: CHICKEN TAGINE (half) Loved it!!! Thought it was very flavorful. Loved the creamy sauce it came in. The spice blend was very unique, nothing I've ever tasted before. Friends order: GNOCCHI & LAMB Very good but WAYY too salty. Also, could have used some pepper WAGYU STEAK Very small portion, also the steak was extremely over cooked and over peppered. FYI -- the crispy potatoes are not a side they are a garnish on top, think small potatoes chip strips. This seemed more like an extra side of meat than something you order for an app or entree. Definitely not shareable and not enough for an entree either. Over all, would want to try this place again but I would hope that they have someone checking temperatures and regulating seasoning to make sure the entrees are better quality next time.

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.

Peruvian and Japanese fusion! That's not a combo that you find often! And I think I found my…read morefavorite restaurant in NC, I'm still thinking about their risotto! We sticked with their Peruvian dishes. We ordered: Complimentary Cancha Lomo Saltado Arroz con Mariscos (Peruvian Seafood Risotto) The dish was fully loaded with seafood. (They did not skimp out with the seafood. There was seafood with every bite) They included shrimp, scallop, squid and octopus. I will definitely get the Arroz con Mariscos again and look forward to trying their Japanese dishes. I am already eyeing their ceviches.

The restaurant was already buzzing and busy when we walked in so we were expecting a pretty great…read moremeal. Unfortunately the experience was very underwhelming and the food did not live up to the atmosphere or the hype. I ordered the Pisco & Shiso cocktail and there was a noticeable kick of spice that didn't really work with the drink and I couldn't taste any of the shiso either. Their beef anticuchos were the one thing we genuinely enjoyed, it was juicy and flavorful, and probably the only dish that stood out. Everything else was blah. The biggest disappointment was the fried rice, it was very oily and the chicken tempura on top tasted like frozen chicken nugget that have been air-fried. The ceviche was just okay, I have definitely had better elsewhere. It's a fun and lively place, I just didn't find the food worth coming back for.

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 !

When you start walking to a table you can feel the vibe in there! It's an awesome environment!…read more I enjoyed two yummy cocktails. We started with buffalo wings which were good. We both got the white trash burger, can't complain about a burger with fried pickles on it! Service was great! The ladies in there were amazing! They work as a team and help one another.

THE FOOD WAS SO GOOD! Me and my husband will return when we come back to town. Great price too!read more

Really attractive patio setting with interesting and varied menu…read more We came on a Fri night around 6:30 and they had plenty of available seating inside and outside. (Parking can be a challenge). We elected to sit outside since it was such a beautiful evening. They have a decent selection of local brews on tap, I went with the Legion Juicy Jay. My bride had trouble deciding what she wanted and she said there were numerous options she would have ordered. She elected to get the Aji Chicken Bowl and really enjoyed it! I went with the Plancha Chicken and it hit the spot. Service from Tony was hospitable and prompt!

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.

While in town for the Chicago Bears game, we decided to dine at Mert's because it was 0.3 miles…read morefrom our hotel & the ratings were fair. We weren't disappointed but not overly impressed either. The restaurant was decorated with a lot of historical photos and memorabilia. Our server, Oyebola was ok at best, and we witnessed him being unnecessarily rude and nasty to an unhoused woman who came into the restaurant. But luckily another patron came to her rescue before we could intervene. The food was hot and freshly prepared, but honestly, it wasn't as tasty as we'd hoped. Soul food is hit or miss, but Mert's was good enough though....we had a meal with protein & veggies.