We had an amazing meal. Wonderful, tasty food and very warm service. We were impressed and will be back. I also loved the decor and wall mural video of farm scenes. Very relaxing. read more

This was a good experience! We were very excited to be able to get a table in this intimate restaurant. Our server, Sarah, did a very good job walking us through the menu and making food suggestions. I think we were a bit surprised when we found out the drink menu was NA. While we respect the focus being on the food, I look forward to the opportunity to order wine or beer the next time we visit. There was a selection of NA "cocktails" available but we chose to stick with water. We chose many starters, two entrees and tried two desserts. Our favorite items were the starter ls Shrimp Dumplings and Lettuce Wraps and the Scallop entree. read more

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A culinary experience like few others, Restaurant Constance serves up a farm-to-table masterclass in an intimate setting that makes you feel like you're in the owner's private home. The brainchild of executive chef Sam Diminich, this west Charlotte gem curates a fabulously diverse menu that will have you planning your next visit before you even pay the check. And plan you must -- reservations can take weeks to lock in, but the wait is absolutely worth it. On a recent visit with friends, we started with drinks and a delicious selection of small plates that blew us away. From the succulent Short Rib Arepa to the flavorful Korean Lettuce Wraps and Pork Belly Dumplings, every dish exceeded our expectations. For our entrees, we enjoyed Chef Sam's signature Braised Short Ribs, along with an amazing order of Marinated Scallops with a side of turnips and Koji Grits. The entire experience was phenomenal, including our server, who helped us navigate the menu and select the perfect bottle of wine to accompany the meal. There's a small circle of Charlotte restaurants that I truly consider to be World Class, and Constance is indisputably among them. A fantastic addition to the Queen City dining scene, and one I can't recommend highly enough. read more

Restaurant Constance - The succulent Braised Short Ribs - New American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I went into Restaurant Constance with very high expectations, as it had been highly recommended by some friends. My wife and I also had been to Counter a few times before, which was in the same space before Restaurant Constance came in so we've had a number of good experiences in that space. My expectations were exceeded in every way. Without making this too long-winded, the highlights for me were the service, the jalapeno cornbread waffles, KFC lettuce wraps, scallops, short rib, and dessert. Oh wait, that was like the entire meal. I would go back in a heartbeat and could even order everything entirely different and I'm sure it would be just as good because everything we saw come out of the kitchen looked amazing. Chef Sam made the rounds a couple of times to see how things were going in the dining room and was very friendly. Kudos to him for doing so. They also play good music over their overhead speakers that adds to the ambiance of the dinner. Overall, 5/5 and can't wait to go back. read more

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I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. Chef Sam Diminich and his incredible team's seasonally driven, farm to table menu, is an absolute show stopper from start to finish. The ambiance has a clean, minimalistic brightness to it that creates a comfortable atmosphere that allows you to focus on the stunning food in front of you. read more

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12/10 experience. Everything was delicious. The place is pretty small so you have to make a reservation and you have an hour and a half until the next reservation comes in. The staff is polite and they pace the food well. We tried a bunch of different things. The pork dumplings were my favorite of the night read more

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Fantastic small restaurant with rotating farm to table menu. Service was top notch as well. My wife and I had the tomato burrata Caprese salad, the ingredients were fresh and the dressing was delicious. We also ordered the scallops and short ribs and both dishes were very tasty. My only complain is that the grits that came with the spare ribs was delicious but a bit cold compared to the rest of the dish. Also there is no place to wait for a table or bar to have a drink so don't show up before your reservation time... there are plenty of bars around this area to kill time. I highly recommend this place for small parties that are looking to have a great meal with fresh seasonal ingredients. read more

The food was fresh and flavorable with such depth! The waitress was helpful with the recommendations, but we are already planning our next visit to try more! Chef Sam is clearly talented and it is apparent that he has poured his heart into this restaurant. Well Done! read more

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Our dinner club visited in March and I'm so late with this post. The menu rotates but looks like these items are still available or return when available again. This restaurant is simple and has understated art. Your eyes really focus on the food and your company not the colors, lights or excessive extras. There is one large TV showing pictures and video of the farms that contribute to your meal. The kitchen has a glass window to view all food preparation. Parking- I recommend carpool, or car service as the parking is limited and there are several popular businesses on Thrift St. It is available but you may have to circle the block or walk a little on more popular evenings. On to the food ... every dish was an artful and beautiful. I shared plates with a friend so we could enjoy more of the menu. Smoked Chicken Tacos- ate out of this world very good. You have several flavors that transition from Smokey to a slight bite. Lobster and Beet Salad- I love lobster and beets and who would think all these flavors would pair so well?? it was so good. I wished it was a larger serving. It was served on asparagus with an abundance of flavors, whipped goat cheese (amazing!!) and a vinaigrette. Short Ribs- the balsamic glazed with onion, greens, mushrooms and bites of carrot was delicious served on top of a serving of perfectly creamed potatoes. We couldn't place the other flavor until we read the menu description and realized it was the celery root in the purée. This entree was my favorite. Osso Bucco- this was my friend's favorite. The serving was huge and we could not finish it!! When the sever set the plate down, we both gasped "this is a lot of food"!! It was served on onion, sweet potatoes, finished off with nuts,greens and diced radish on top. read more

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Phenomenal restaurant and incredible food!! We have been fans since Your Farms Your Table, and I am so happy we visited Restaurant Constance. We had a fabulous birthday celebration! Truly an inventive and delicious meal from beginning to end. We had the tuna crudo for appetizer and it was a savory and sweet combination of flavors. Tuna and pear in a juxtaposition of texture and flavors that made my tastebuds happy. Then we shared pork belly dumplings that had incredible chile sauce, just smoky and delicious and complimented the meat. I love these dumplings!! Possibly my favorite thing!! Then for dinner, I had the short ribs and my husband had the duck. I had read the reviews about how delicious and tender the short ribs are and they were outstanding. The combination of the hoisin sauce with a hint of sweetness made it fabulous. My husband enjoyed the duck and liked the flavors and the sauce. Dessert was chocolate black sesame torte and it was scrumptious with a caramel layer under chocolate and a sweet cream sauce. The service was excellent and I love the relaxing, intimate atmosphere. Our table was near the glass kitchen door so we could see the fascinating food presentation. I am thrilled to eat Chef Sam's fabulous food and I cannot wait to return again!! Parking is busy in that neighborhood so we found some street parking and walked up to the restaurant. read more

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I've been eagerly waiting for Restaurant Constance to open, so when I I saw the announcement, I rushed over - and I'm so glad I did. It has an organic vibe, full of textures, and artwork that subtly tells the story behind the concept. The playlist was full of soft rock classics from artists like Fleetwood Mac, and the service was immaculate. But let's discuss the food - because that's what we really care about. The menu is seasonally driven, using fresh ingredients from local farms, and it's absolutely spectacular. They also offer a non-alcoholic beverage program. It's unique and very thought provoking. I started with Kumamoto oysters that were served with a yuzu, cucumber granita. The granita was so refreshing against the creamy flavor of the oysters! The Tuna Crudo was served with soba noodles, hoisin, crispy ginger, sesame, and shiso. It was super fresh and bright with acid and sweetness from the citrus and ginger that faded into sesame. This was wonderful. The Kale Salad was made with parsnip fondue, Asian pear, candied pecans, sweet potato croutons, and a white balsamic vinaigrette. This was unbelievable! Wow. Sweet and savory with floral notes from the pear. Super tender kale. Perfect mix of textures. Wow. I audibly hummed "mmm" as I ate this - at least 4 times. The Cashew hummus was made with crispy chickpeas, daikon, shigoko, kohlrabi, house made Naan, and olive oil. The hummus was super creamy with a medley of flavors throughout, which contrasted nicely against the char of the naan. The Jalapeño cornbread waffles were crispy and full of Jalapeño flavor, without being overly spicy. The cheddar and red pepper jelly was a very nice compliment. The Marinated Scallops were served on top of koji grits, with a preserved tomato dashi. This was my favorite entree. The scallops were large and sweet, cooked to a perfect medium rare, with a gorgeous crust. Easily the best scallops in Charlotte. The Short Rib was served with sweet potato fondue, Napa smoked onion, and red wine jus. The short rib is so rich and luxurious; it just melts in your mouth. And the red wine jus is nothing short of spectacular. The NY Strip Steak with collard greens, bacon, leek, potatoes, and shitake jus was an umami bomb to say the least. Cooked to a perfect medium rare, the seasoning was heavenly. I'm not normally a collard greens guy either, but I'd happily eat these any day. For dessert, I tried the Chocolate-Pistachio Torte and the 70% chocolate giant macaron, both of which are made by Chef Sam of @wentworth_and_fenn . They were both rich and decadent, and a wonderful way to end the meal. I have to say, I wouldn't change a single thing about this restaurant. It is the restaurant that Charlotte so desperately needed. It might just be the best meal I've eaten in Charlotte - so don't wait. Run to book a reservation. Follow @andrewloves_ on social for more read more

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Unbelievable! Food was amazing We tried every item, no words. We cannot wait to go back. If you want a true farm to table with fresh food, you must go. The only downfall was the desert, was not our favorite. But we didn't go there for dessert, we went for the food! So exited to go back!!! read more

Restaurant Constance - Outdoor front.... - New American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Spectacular birthday dinner with 16 of my closest friends. Thanks Jill and team for amazing service, hospitality, patience and delicious food and drinks!! Even got a birthday card from Chef Sam. A wonderful celebration! read more

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5 out of 5! After you read this thoroughly so you know what to order, go book a reservation at the Restaurant Constance! Every dish we tried (and we tried a lot) was so delicious. Best of all, it's local farm to table - so all ingredients are from farms within a 60 mile radius. What we ordered: Tuna crudo - probably my fave appetizer! Jalapeño cornbread waffles with cheese and pepper jelly Creamy cashew hummus with homemade naan - I cannot describe how amazing this hummus and naan was. We almost didn't order it, but so glad we did. Shrimp dumplings Short rib - cooked to perfection! We split this and they put it on two separate plates for us, so what you see in my photo is half the portion. We couldn't decide between these two desserts so we went with both, and I still can't decide which one was better: Oatmeal cake with gelato Coffee caramel custard I'll be back very, very soon to also try the halibut and kale salad - our server swears by both! Want more foodie pro tips? Follow me on IG: alli_wantisfood read more

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One of the best restaurants in Charlotte. Intimate setting, great service and FRESH food. Highly recommend the hamachi sashimi (best yellowtail I've had in my life- and I've had a lot), oysters are great, braised short rib, wagyu (everything is great, can't go wrong). Go on a Tuesday or Wednesday for their $65 app, entree dessert special. read more

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Local to the west side of Charlotte, this newer restaurant is here to make a big impact in a small space. Be prepared to have a ton of waitstaff eager to visit your table more times than you can count. They really want the experience to be great, but I personally prefer less intrusions during my meal. Some of the things I think they do well are: wide variety of cocktails and alcoholic beverages to select from, plenty of parking and seating, and very clean dining area. I also loved how the kitchen is very visible behind a solid glass wall for food prep transparency. A few things I think they could improve on are: lack of vegetarian / vegan options, the lighting is WAY too bright for the ambiance, the movie that is playing on their TV is hyped up too much by the waitstaff (I'm there for the food not so much the slideshow of how the food was acquired; and most folks are on their phones at the table anyway), and the lack of outside seating takes away from the ability to enjoy the food when the weather is nice outside. The main dish food was well seasoned but the cashew hummus was a little flavorless in our opinion. I'd love to see more EVOO in the hummus and perhaps a few green olives as garnish to elevate the dish. I'm excited to check them out in a few months to see how their menu evolves with feedback. read more

Restaurant Constance - Cashew hummus - New American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We were soooooo pleased w EVERYTHING! The staff was fabulous, the chef amazing! They took care of all of our needs...vegetarian and GF! Their creations were so delicious! They were patient & listened & went above & beyond! Luvluvluvluvluv this place. Thank you! Jane & Val read more

Loved the food and enjoyed the atmosphere. When our 90 minutes were up the restaurant was a bit crowded. Would come back.

We were visiting Charlotte and was invited to have dinner with a group at this restaurant, and it did not disappoint! It's a dainty and cute place, so not a lot of table space and you will need to make a reservation to guarantee a spot. The service was great. Everyone who was working there came by often to make sure we were doing okay and refilling drinks. Very friendly people! The food was awesome. Despite the menu being one page, there was still a wide variety of foods that we all tried. Everything was presented beautifully and there wasn't a dish I didn't like. The dessert was also bomb. I didn't take pictures since it was more of a business-like dinner, but I promise you the pics on this app shows it super well. Definitely a cute unique culinary spot for people to try, whether you live in Charlotte or just popping by to visit! read more

Delicious meals and the service was excellent. Best Kale salad I've ever eaten. Loved the ambiance of watching the chefs preparing the meals. The owner came to introduce himself to our group. Even our "picky" eater ate everything on her plate and sampled the entire group's choices. The non-alcohol drinks are not a limited "usual" menu but non-alcohol cocktails. Now I understand what "Farm to table" is. read more

Every time ive been, constance never stops amazing me! Theres nothing better than eating really good food and supporting good people as well. Constance is a fave! read more

The food and service was wonderful. The beer prices are way too high and not enough choice.

So good. Hands down my favorite spot right now. They make salads magical. I love and hate the ever changing menu - I get to try new things but get sad when favorites go away. read more

The best restaurant I have been to in over a decade. The service was impeccable, they engaged in conversation and looked Eye 2 Eye with all of us. The food was impeccable, and incredibly delicious, the flavors on the kale salad were the best I've ever had. I highly recommend scallops. Sam the owner came out and spent time with our party off six. I can't wait to go back again. This is the gem of all restaurants in Charlotte. !!! read more

Restaurant Constance: A Love Letter I'm still at a loss for words on the meal I had here last night. There's good. There's excellent. And then there's Restaurant Constance - almost a verb on it own to describe whatever deliciousness comes after "excellent". I wish I could give more than 5 stars because 5 doesn't do it justice. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, was nothing short of superb and immaculate. Chef Sam's backstory is so inspirational which only enhanced the experience and warmed my little former social worker heart. In short, get your resys here asap. Ambience: clean aesthetic with a welcoming, industrial vibe. Typically not words you'd put together but it works. The place is beautiful and every detail seemed intentional. I loved the dinnerware. I think I saw on IG that Chef Sam sourced these from a local artist specializing in pottery - they're amazing so be careful and don't break them haha. Also loved the gallery wall of album covers from classic rock artists - made me nostalgic of my childhood and the posters my dad had when I was little. Food: that's what we're here for, right? The reviews don't lie. 5 stars on both Yelp and Google at the time of this post. I don't even know words to describe how impeccable the food was. We ordered a variety of things: east coast oysters, kale salad, lobster & beet salad, short rib, and scallops. We also ordered 3 desserts like the fat asses we are: oatmeal cookie, Panna cotta, and chocolate pistachio torte. There wasn't a single thing that was even just marginally good - everything was outstanding. Truly amazing in every way food could be. Cava Bodega in Galway was the best restaurant experience of my life until RC which now has the #1 spot. I literally teared up as I was eating my scallops. My stepdad's short rib was so tender, you didn't need the knife. The kale salad....my God, get this salad!! I dunno what kind of voodoo magic Chef Sam is doing in that kitchen, but please keep doing it. My parents are SO hard to please but they both agreed it was the best meal they've ever had, too. Let's also not forget about the wine and NA program. Edward curated a perfect NA list that pairs with each dish on the menu. I had the two spicy drinks - Thai Fighter and You Might Die Trying and both were excellent! My parents also really loved the wine they ordered. I really appreciate the thoughtfulness of bringing a NA program to this food scene as it felt more inclusive for people who may struggle with alcohol for whatever reason. I didn't feel pressure to partake in an alcoholic cocktail like I do at other places and I really loved that I had delicious options beyond club soda and lime. Service: they could get away with crap service and I'd still come but that's not the case here. Everyone we interacted with was so kind and attentive - from the hostess to Chef Sam himself. I just felt like the whole place had a light, authentic, kind vibe and I felt really at peace and welcomed in a way I haven't experienced anywhere else. Our waitress, Jakia (?) was nothing short of a rockstar. Personable, friendly, helpful - one of the best I've encountered. Edward is a master at his craft and worked the room effortlessly, explaining the backstory of the NA list and just being a really welcoming face of the brand. Chef Sam, as busy as he was, even took time out to come say hi and - who really does that anymore? It's little touches like this that set RC on a pedestal far above even the nicest restaurants. I have a feeling we will see terms like "James Beard" and "Michelin Star" equated with RC and Chef Sam soon - mark my words. The full experience was nothing short of spectacular and outdid anything I've experienced in food-centric cities like NYC, DC, and Charleston. I can't believe this exists in our great little city and it's much needed. Don't even debate coming here - just do it. read more

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The best restaurant in CLT, Still!! The chicken lettuce wraps are divine, savory, sweet, with a little heat. Perfect combination of flavors. The labneh was a nice diversion from the typical hummus appetizer and was equally as good for breakfast with the reheated naan. The zucchini pasta was delicious with the roasted artichokes. The short rib was excellent with the creamiest most flavorful risotto/polenta. Last, the adult Twix for dessert was impeccable. All enjoyed with a bottle of the Albariño. Kyle was great and attentive as a server. Excellent meal and service. Zero complaints! read more

It's a small restaurant with a casual vibe. Everyone from the hostess, wait staff and sommelier were very friendly and helpful. We started with 1/2 dozen west coast oysters, tuna crudo and shrimp dumplings. Everything was delicious. I could've had a double order of the tuna crudo as my dinner. The soba noodles were cooked to perfection and the dressing was not over powering. We ordered all three salads. Kale, Bibb and Napa. I had my naps salad for main course and it was plenty. I would recommend shard the salad if your not ordering it as your main course. My group ordered NY strip and short ribs. The streak and ribs were perfection. The ribs were so tender you didn't need a knife. The pink middle in the NY strip cooked to perfection with a the perfect shiitake jus to top it Ended our meal with black sesame pan a cotta and macaron. We will be regulars here read more

Restaurant Constance - West coast oysters, shrimp dumplings and tuna crudo. No one wanted to wait until I took the picture. - New American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I guess I am in the minority considering all the glowing reviews both on google and yelp but here are my 2 cents anyway. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and were told there would be a wait about 20 minutes. This doesn't normally happen in restaurants that take reservations but what you gonna do? We went to the dog bar next door for a drink and got a table ready text exactly 20 minutes after our reservation time so kudos to the hostess for guessing it right. Looked at the non-alcoholic beverage menu, I was pretty excited, until I was told the one I tried to order is more like a dessert drink. Our waitress told me a couple of NA beverages can go with entrees, etc. I found it strange they weren't listed as such on the menu. So water for me then. We ordered the cashew hummus as appetizer and devoured it. Creamy goodness. Our entrees were underwhelming. The Pork Shank "Osso Bucco" was fall off the bone tender but pretty bland. My husband said he would rather have a plate of BBQ pulled pork. I liked the potato gnocchi a lot but the mushroom bolognese didn't do it for my mushroom loving self. The space is tight with lots of people moving around so I would not call it romantic or intimate or even relaxing. Service was ok. More attention seemed to be given to larger groups. There is only 1 single unisex bathroom in the packed 30-seat restaurant so just be aware. Not sure if we will be back. read more

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Chef's kiss to everything we had last night. Service was great--friendly, knowledgeable, and just the right amount of attention to the table. The pork belly dumplings were just the right amount of sauce and spice. The oysters were perfect and presentation was nice as well. Having someone from the coast of Maine say the oysters were delicious is a serious kudo. The almond-persimmon salad was a nice complement to the scallops which were meaty and perfectly prepared--nothing worse than an overcooked scallop. Add the yellow milk and honey dessert for the perfect dessert to end your meal. I couldn't find anything negative to say if I tried except parking is nonexistent but typical of a Charlotte hotspot. Make your reservations NOW--it's a don't miss. read more

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I loved everything about this dinner! Service was spot on. Quaint space with a view of the kitchen. Flavors were amazing. We tried a bit of everything between three of us. Dessert is a must even if you take it home! Chef Sam is a culinary genius, and I'm so glad he's in Charlotte. read more

Hell, yeah!! best meal we've had in Charlotte in two years make a reservation. Come hungry enjoy as much of this menu as you can. Service was superb. Looking forward to returning soon. read more

We really liked it here and the food we had was great!!! The scallops were to die for and the flounder we had was great too! Two things...my husband put on the reservation that it was my birthday, yet no acknowledgment or cake with a candle (as most nice restaurants will do). That was a little disappointing considering it was my 30th bday and you have to make a deposit to secure the reservation. They also forgot the beet salad that we ordered which was a huge bummer. We thought that maybe it was just taking a while but then our main courses came out and at that point we didn't want the beet salad because it was too late and we asked for it to be an appetizer. We would love to come back and try this place again because the food was just so good. But there were a few small service things that kind of ruined our experience. I saw a review on here where the restaurant went above and beyond to make someone's birthday special and I didn't even get to blow out a candle on my 30th. My husband was a little upset too because he was trying to make it special for me. Just a little sad it didn't really feel like a birthday dinner and felt more like just a regular date night. We still had a great time though and really want to give it another try for the food! Hopefully moving forward they don't drop the ball on these kinds of things. People spend a lot of money at places like this to celebrate special events. Most nice places will ask you if you're celebrating anything special beforehand to make sure they don't miss any big moments/celebrations. read more

Great service and food. The short rib and sashimi were excellent. We will be back, that's for sure. read more

Restaurant Constance - New American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Everything about this place is to love. A chef driven experience that exudes a love of caring for others! The food is creative and approachable, not to mention delicious! Staff was attentive but not overbearing. Few tables make the room cozy and inviting. That said, when your time is coming to a close, staff may remind you of your limited engagement. Great hidden gem that won't be hidden for long! read more

Wonderful! The service was spectacular and so was the food. We enjoyed the waffles, shrimp crepes, kale salad, scallops, and short rib -- everything was delicious! And to top it off, an amazing chocolate dessert. Waitress was attentive and friendly. Cannot wait to go back. A Charlotte must try! read more

My wife and I had a wonderful dinner. The entire experience was great. Everything was delicious and the staff was amazing.

Definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Charlotte. Super friendly staff and a really nice small atmosphere. Food wise: their kale salad made me actually like kale! Scallops were also amazing. Great wine and beer list but I wouldn't sleep on the NA cocktails because they are also delicious. read more

Quaint intimate space with big flavor! My husband and I loved our dinner. The server did a great walk through of the menu. We devoured the fried clams, shrimp toast, kale salad, and scallops. Beautiful complex dishes with fresh and simple ingredients. Excellent mocktails too. Fantastic service and delicious food. A definite must go! read more

Very good farm to table food. Incredible flavors and well prepared. Be aware: small venue and no cocktails.

This restaurant far exceeded expectations! I thought it would be a stuffy setting as the food looked exquisite online... the feel is far from it! It is elegant yet cozy, the music (and waiter!) is fun yet charming and extremely intimate as there are only 10 tables. And A+ food! Everything you want in a restaurant. Everything we ordered was unique and delicious. We were celebrating my grandma's 83rd birthday and Sam the owner came out and gave her a big hug. Will definitely be going back many more times!!!! read more