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    Southern style sweet corn chow chow on baked tortilla chips. Garden fresh!
    Will H.

    Roots is a food truck that has taken a deep hold of the Queen City and me, so I'm just gonna put it out there: This is simply the best food truck I've had the pleasure of dining from to date. The concept is simple and part of a growing trend: cooking with locally-sourced foods that are seasonal and allowed to ripen fully to deliver a product with superior quality and taste. The skill in the kitchen is exceptional. Head chef Craig Barbour and his team have a laser-like focus on bringing out the best of the season's offerings by combining flavors that boast of freshness and delight the palate with contrasts. For example, summer's bounty brings heirloom tomatoes roasted and then drizzled with a balsamic reduction and finished with basil. Or how about a watermelon gazpacho with lime infused creme fraiche? The preparation here is always elevated just a bit and takes that menu item onto another level. Another example: Local pork chorizo taco with blueberry chipotle and cucumber fennel salad. The final product tastes as good as it sounds. In short, this is a foodie's delight and these guys manage to do it routinely, with gusto. Too bad you can only find them for lunch during the mid-week and then a couple special events for evenings. Do follow them on Twitter and/or Facebook to stay updated. Craig maintains an e-mail list with a routine listing of the day's menu and there next stops. Lunch at 3rd and Tryon is available Tuesday thru Thursday. I'd also recommend their website for information about their whereabouts and their cooking classes, which have an increased following. If these classes produce anything like a typical menu on their cart, then it's worth your while. While other food carts tend to have a few specialties and do them well, Roots changes things up and continues to impress. Despite its small size, this cart has huge abilities. If you like the local food movement, search these guys out. If you happen to just stroll by them one day, do your taste buds a favor and try something, anything. If you like good food, let Roots take hold over you too.

    Taco Thursday with cilantro rice
    Demetria M.

    If you haven't had a chance to catch this truck uptown, you're truly missing a treat! Taco Thursday's are truly an amazing experience offering 3 different types of tacos made from fresh local ingredient's.....yep you heard right...fresh and local! They were offering 3 different tacos grilled chicken, chorizo, and roasted veggie.....of course I couldn't decide and tried all 3(don't judge me folks I am a true foodie:-). Each taco had a different fresh and local veggie topping, like pickled onions or cucumber cilantro slaw. The veggie taco, which was the star of the show for me consisted of turnips, butternut squash, onions, herbs and pink lady apples.......WOW! I loved every bite of it and looking forward to Taco Thursday from this day forward.......

    Marinated Chicken Tacos
    Shannon D.

    Just enjoyed two of their Marinated Chicken Tacos and I am beyond pleased. These tacos were crazy tasty. Amazing food coming out of such a small stand. I walked from the office to their spot and back in heels...and I'd do it again for those damn tasty tacos.

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    Catering By Tracy - Grilled banana peppers, mushrooms, whole chickens, Pork BBQ

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    I attended a wedding that was catered by Catering by Tracy and the food was definitely decent. One…read morething that was incredibly frustrating was the pineapple on the fruit kabobs still had the outside skin on it making it just about impossible to eat during the cocktail hour. Overall the fruit was amazing and fresh though, just a bit impractical with the pineapple. Now the biggest reason I was unhappy with their catering was because when the dessert was served, they cut very few pieces and had them on the table for guests to grab. That's great, but those pieces were quickly gone and nobody was serving more pieces and the caterer didn't leave the little dessert plates on the table for people to serve themselves either. Secondly, while we sat down for dessert, the photographers yelled out that they wanted everyone on the dance floor for a quick group photo. After the photo was taken, I get back to my table and me and my husbands dessert is gone. The caterer was clearing all the tables as we took that photo which was so annoying since it took me forever to get a plate of dessert to begin with! Anyway, the foods not bad, just the way a few things were done was definitely the most memorable part of the wedding for me unfortunately.

    Inquired at Catering for my upcoming wedding. When whoever handles the orders called me (I missed…read morethe call due to work and called back to see who it was) they were very rude and I am glad that I did not book with them. I have not tried their catering. This review is based solely on the customer service.

    Reid's Fine Food - Salmon Bowl and Chicken Noodle Soup

    Reid's Fine Food

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    As a foodie transplant from the West Coast, walking into Reid's immediately reminded me of a…read morebeloved high-end grocer back home--something along the lines of Draeger's: beautifully curated, family-owned, and designed to feel like a destination rather than just a place to shop. There's a real sense of history here. From what I understand, Reid's is one of the oldest grocers in Charlotte, and that legacy shows in the details. The rich green tile, classic signage, and thoughtfully designed layout create an elevated, almost European-style market experience. It feels polished, intentional, and welcoming all at once. What stands out: * The store is beautifully merchandised and carefully curated with specialty and seasonal items you don't always find elsewhere. * The wine bar and café concept make this more than a grocery stop--it's a place to linger. I've enjoyed flights, tastings, and brunch on the patio, and each visit has felt like a small occasion. * Location-wise, it really depends on which store you're visiting. The SouthPark and Myers Park locations have easy, convenient parking, and there's also a newer location in Ballantyne (near Pineville). The Uptown locations, while not necessarily "easy parking," are incredibly walkable--perfect if you live, work, or have meetings nearby. If you're already Uptown, this is a fantastic stop to pick up elevated items for a beautiful dinner--think wine, specialty cheeses, or even something indulgent like caviar to round things out. One thing I appreciate is that Reid's doesn't try to be everything to everyone. It's not an organic-focused market like Whole Foods, and that's okay--it serves a different purpose. The clientele here tends to be people looking for specialty ingredients, elevated prepared foods, and a more curated shopping experience. Many shoppers probably visit both stores depending on their needs, and I find myself doing the same. When Reid's really shines: During the holidays and special seasons. Their selection of unique, festive, and hard-to-find items makes it a go-to for entertaining or finding something a little extra special. Overall, Reid's feels like a true Charlotte institution--elegant, distinctive, and consistently well executed. It's the kind of place that makes grocery shopping feel enjoyable again, and I'm looking forward to continuing to explore more of what they offer as I keep eating my way through Charlotte. Bottom line: A beautifully curated local market with history, charm, and a destination-worthy wine bar--perfect for specialty shopping, brunch, and seasonal finds.

    Went here for the first time…read more Food was good and tasty. The salmon wasn't dry like other places. Good amount of chicken pieces in the soup. Only downside is the noodles are not the bigger/thicker. Service is fast. You line up and they serve you. It's a quick to go spot. Ambiance is chill. Note: food is pricey for lunch Will have to stop by here some other time.

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