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Pinky's Westside Grill

4.2 (2k reviews)
ModerateBurgers, American, Bars
Closed • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Happy hour specials

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Kick'n Chicken Tacos
Jazz A.

Got to try pinky's west side grill while visiting charlotte ! Featured in dinners ,drive ins and dives ! We had to check it out ! The inside is very fun and creative , plenty of seating, and they have a back patio area that is heated during winter which is very nice ! Service was fabulous we got seated and served pretty quickly ! I tried the let's get fizzical which was very nice . And the kicker chicken tacos ! The tacos were really good ( obviously they are known for their burgers and I took a bite out of my husbands burger . And hands down go for a burger it was soooo good) but if you want something lighter ( like me ) the tacos (and wraps ) are also an amazing option ! Definitely a good option with amazing tacos and burgers and good drinks ! Also had a variety of vegetarian options as well ! Also for dessert we got the banana pudding which I enjoyed as well !

Crab Puppies
Nia B.

Finally got to try this restaurant with a few friends and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff were upbeat and genuinely seemed happy to be there! There was always someone there to take our order, trash or grab anything we could have needed which I really appreciate. The ambiance of the restaurant was playful and edgy but still a great place to bring kids. I loved all the menu options, our food was top tier and the drinks were excellent as well. Our food came out quickly and everything was fresh! The kinda fried turkey wrap I had is one of the best meals I've ever had. Our crab puppies were a unique appetizer that was fried to perfection and even the waffle fries were just the right amount of crispy and fluffy. Prices were also unbeatable and I still had leftovers to take back home! Pinky's is definitely high on my list of favorites in Charlotte, it's a must have from now on any time I visit the area!

Crab Puppies
Jennifer T.

Been years since I been here but had a craving for their pimento cheese fries I remember loving it as they call them "Pimp'n Fries. I could only hope they were all I remembered. Also since I pulled up figured I would also grab something I have never tried so I got the Crab Puppies. I came close to closing around 9:40pm (closing is at 10) but the staff was still very friendly and cool and not annoyed I was ordering but I did order to-go and my food was very good. Pinkys is still a fun spot to sit inside or outside. It definitely gives off a hipster cooler-than-a-diner vibe.

Patsy Melt
Denise L.

A fun restaurant with super attentive and friendly service. My friend and I shared the waffle fries with pimento cheese and it was smothered and so tasty! Had their special purple rain but asked for no lavender and it was really good as well. Ordered the Patsy Melt and it was a really good burger, huge meat patty. We then ordered the banana pudding and it is a super big serving. Creamy and plenty of Nilla wafers. Washed it down with an espresso martini and really happy with our visit here. Would definitely be back!

Miranda A.

Great food and service. Very fun too. Must stop by. Great diversity and even the picky eaters will be pleased.

Pimento Cheese Wontons
Amber S.

When we decided to come to charlotte our main focus was all the food. This place came up and knew I wanted to stop by while we were in town. Such a fun place. The decor is interesting. The employees working together so you're never waiting around for refills or if you have questions. Prices were reasonable and the food tasted amazing. We tried the cheese wontons. My husband got the flounder plate and I had the corndog shrimp. We definitely didn't leave hungry and actually had to take a to go container with us. Would definitely recommend.

Half Cheesesteak
Monica K.

Met up with some family at Pinky's for dinner. It was a very busy night. When we arrived there was a bit of a wait so we put our names on the list. After waiting for 20 minutes or so we were concerned that we still had not been called to be seated. After checking in with the hostess, it turns out they gave our table to another party. They fixed the mistake as soon as they could and we were seated in the next 10 minutes. We ordered a couple of drinks and some appetizers to start. The bar gave us the incorrect drink sizes at first, but again, the mistake was fixed easily and the waitress was very kind and apologetic about all the mishaps. My drink (the pain killer) was strong and delicious. We ordered crab bites and buffalo shrimp for the table. My recipe would be to skip the crab bites, but the shrimp were good! For dinner I ordered the half cheesesteak which was just okay. If I went back, I would try something else. All in all the customer service really made up for the mishaps here and earned an extra star. If I'm ever back in town I may come back knowing my party would be taken care of well.

Adult Capri Sun
Kimberly M.

So while me and R were the candlelight concert for Bridgerton. My husband had passed this gem and stopped in for a bit. He brought me back the next day. In such a great location an old Volkswagen repair garage. This grill was featured two different times on Guy Fieri's Diners drive-in and dives Friday night J got the corn dog shrimp the night before and later that night even cold out the fridge they were just so good while we were here Saturday, we ended up getting an adult Capri Sun and my husband got a corpse survivor that Sam herself made. Everyone there had a smile and a warm welcome. The vibe was eclectic and its funky feel was just what we needed this hot afternoon We chose the crab balls done in hush puppie batter.. sweet Lorraine, these were amazing and the homemade Tartar sauce was such a perfect compliment to them.

Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Chiarina B.

First time at Pinkie's and it was such a great experience. The servers work together as a team, which made everything feel smooth and attentive. The food had amazing flavor and the atmosphere was perfect, we sat outside and the weather made it even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

Plenty of Starters to tempt to your Tummy!
Louis R.

Where in the CLT can you find a place that has it all: fantastic food and excellent service? Loved the Mexican Theme! - Made the place super fun and relaxing! The wait staff is highly knowledgeable, friendly, and makes it a point to really spoil the customers. Fried Pickles and the Fried Chicken Bites were absolutely off the chart. Save room for the incredible Banana Pudding that I saved with my fried. Next time, I may curtail the appetizers and have one of those excellent triple custom hamburgers that were truly delicious--had a great time! Plenty of parking is available, but you will need to walk a block. It was well worth it. Tasty and excellent service!

RA C.

Another Uber Eats from: Pinky's Westside Grill. Absolutely recommend their food! As you can see, I tried a variety of items. Everything was excellent. I have to admit one of my favorites - other than the shrimp - was definitely the crab hush puppies! If you do the onion straws, it's probably best eating them fresh on site so that they are crispy. They were understandably softer, but the flavor was good. Rueben Dog, Falafel, Skrimpz, White Trash Burger. Highly recommend giving them a try.

Double G bunless burger
Ike C.

The food and service is good..... it has a small parking lot and very limited parking, but the food is good

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Thanx Mark, I too love our chili, so good with the pimento cheese.

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Welcome to Charlotte, NC, the town with no parking

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I agree about pinky’s pimento chz, it is exceptional

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Ask the Community - Pinky's Westside Grill

What do they fry their stuff in?

We use vegetable oil, in a shared fryer.

Is this business open for indoor or outdoor dining?

My wife & I were at Pinky's a few weeks ago. They were open regular hours for indoor and outdoor seating. The staff all wore masks as well.

Can they make the hotdog well done?

Of course! Just ask.

Is the outdoor area open for dining?

I don't think it is at this time. We did take out.

Are they still in business? The website is down. The number doesn't work.

According to their Facebook, their Spectrum cable/internet and phone services are all down. I'm confident that this is temporary and they're still in business!

Do you have to tip here?

Yes.

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