Great salads…read more Salmon was very good. Panko chicken was good, but definitely needed more than one dressing, so don't be bashful about asking for more. Nice, quick, accurate ordering.

This place has really gone downhill. I was hoping after I complained to management last time they…read morewould walk back some of their awful changes. Went back today to get my free bowl and sadly it was even worse. Old dry brown rice, no more mixed grains. Chicken was dry too. No more chopping of larger ingredients so left with avocado and whole tortilla chips and no knives available. No more cucumber spa water. Overall food quality was horrible and no bread offered either. It's noon and no one here, used to be long lines. Hope they go out of business if they are this uncaring of their customers and quality.

Get Schnitz-faced!!…read more In Yafo Kitchen has become my go-to spot in Charlotte, largely because of one dish: the schnitzel. If you're a schnitzel fan, stop reading and order it. Two generous pieces arrive shatteringly crisp with a beautifully seasoned panko crust that's never greasy. The chicken stays tender and juicy, and the fresh lemon wedges bring everything to life. It's one of those dishes that keeps pulling me back. My favorite side is the shell macaroni and cheese. Rich, creamy, and unapologetically indulgent. Together, the schnitzel and mac and cheese are comfort food perfection. I also love the self-serve organic Tractor beverages, the open kitchen concept, and how consistently clean the restaurant feels. The team is friendly, the food comes out quickly, and you can watch everything being prepared right in front of you. Parking is easy thanks to the shared shopping center lot, the outdoor patio along East Boulevard is pleasant, and the portions are generous for the price. Clean restaurant. Friendly people. Consistently delicious food. Yafo is one of those places that simply gets it right. Life is too short not to eat well, Charlotte.

Fresh food options, clean restrooms and world class customer service- this is my second time…read morevisiting Yafo Kitchen. The customer service was beyond welcoming, and I am impressed with my build your own chicken bowl out of the ingredients are so fresh as if they picked them out the garden before placing them inside my bowl! I definitely would recommend popping in here for a quick lunch or even a take-home dinner meal.

Always so excited to try their rotating monthly specials! This month's breakfast OTM is focaccia…read morebread with egg, bacon, arugula, whipped goat cheese and hot honey! Im a huge spice wimp so I said no hot honey, and did regular honey instead! Just a light drizzle, nothing huge, but can appreciate the sublte sweetness towards the hearty bacon and egg! Delicious!

Common Market puts such love into their vegan dishes. Buddha-rito was outstanding and fresh!…read moreIncredible flavor and the type of thing anyone would enjoy vegan or not. I love this location - it's huge! It's a nice contrast to surrounding South End spots and it has a fun funky vibe. Service is always quick so you're never waiting long for your order.

Yuminess: 7/10 Allergy Safety: 7/10…read morePrice: 4/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 10/10 Overall review: Cute retro-ish vibe; love the small plants/flowers on the tables; very kind and engaging service. Food is pretty solid with decent allergy-safe options, but it is overpriced (sandwich with fries was $20). I wouldn't come back for a meal, but willing to revisit to try their drinks. Detailed breakdown: I've been waiting to try Salted Melon for awhile, and it certainly is a cute spot. I loved the retro-ish vibe, the plants all around, the comfy seating, and the overall layout. Definitely the right vibes for catching up with a friend. Their Five Star Steak sandwich was pretty good. Had nice flavors overall and their fries were solid. It was also nice to see plenty of gluten-free options. However, the price point is definitely high. It was $20 for the sandwich plus fries (sandwiches only come with a side of artisan greens, and there's an upcharge for fries). Service was great, though! Very nice group of employees when I went, who were happy to help with any questions. Due to the price, I wouldn't come back for a meal; however, I'd love to try their drinks and just hang out with a friend in their chill space.

I actually come here pretty often for a matcha or an iced latte, pretty much for a beverage--but…read morethis was my first time trying the food. I ordered the spicy chicken Caesar wrap and appreciated the option of a gluten-free tortilla--it's always nice to see places offering alternatives like that. That said, the wrap itself was a little underwhelming. The portion felt smaller compared to similar wraps I've had elsewhere, and the filling was inconsistent. About half of it barely had any chicken, while the other half had a decent amount. I really enjoyed the pasta salad and I liked the added touch of arugula--it gave it a fresh, slightly peppery twist that stood out.

It was fine, barely. We got the pastichio as an appetizer. Looked really good, but was then a…read morelittle cold in the middle. I think they might microwave it to warm it up? I got the gyro pita and it was just okay, meat was a little dry. Wife got a combo plate and she said it was just okay as well. The worse part were the fries, droopy, barely warm and flavorless. The best part was the service, the whole team was awesome.

First time stopping in although I have driven by many many times. Our waitress, Britanny, was very…read morewelcoming from the moment we opened the door. As I do with all new restaurants I checked out the Health Dept rating. 98.0. Yes! And with plenty of appealing options on the menu, we are all cleared to eat! I especially like how the website has pictures of food so you don't have to wonder what's on the plate. The walls are a beautiful mediteranean ocean blue and it decor just reminds me of dining in a cozy family run restaurant. Not sure if it is but it gives off that vibe. There's a big covered outdoor seating area that looks like it could be fun. But we ate inside since it was so hot. The food was delicious! Oh my gosh. My husband got the Gyro dinner with lamb, rice, salad and pita bread. I got two appetizers as my dinner. Grape leaves and kabobs. I like how the tomatoes and onions were sautéed over the beef. Everything was so good.

I met a friend to catch up while I was in town, and this place was perfect for it! I depend on my…read morefriend to get me to the good spots, and she didn't disappoint with this choice. This bustling place has its own style that matches their unique name. I didn't drive, but there was parking outside the restaurant. Love: service (helpful, kind), lamb burger (seasoned well, filling), spicy feta (great flavor)

After a failed attempt to eat at another restaurant on Thursday night, we decided on Kid Cashew on…read morea whim and it turned out to be a most excellent decision! We ordered a whole mess of things, the vegan items being the Quinoa Stuffed Avocado, Impossible 'Burger' Gyro, and Hummus. My friends ordered a few non-vegan selections as well, and we of course sampled some of the cocktails. We were all VERY pleased with our selections. I suppose we didn't go into this with any particular expectations but we very happily devoured everything. And we remarked that Kid Cashew seemed so reasonably priced, compared to what we would expect to be charged for some of the items! I think Kid Cashew was probably the best value restaurant during our extended weekend in North Carolina, and it may have been my favorite meal! I think I would make a point to revisit Kid Cashew if I was ever passing through Charlotte again in the future!

Food was a solid 5/5. The breakfast burrito and bowl were generous portions with amazing flavors…read more The goat cheese grits were thick, creamy, and another generous portion. They desperately need a different way of handling people waiting. It was awkward just standing at the front, and it seemed like other people were trying to jump ahead of the waitlist. It was a small space but decorated well. Would come back but would prioritize less busy hours.

Yuminess: 6/10 Allergy Safety: 8/10…read more Price: 7/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 ‍Service: 9/10 Overall review: Cute, homey spot, but it fills up fast. Food is decent, with good ingredients, but it's a bit pricey and not many allergy-friendly options. Service was overall good. Would return occasionally. Detailed review: We both got just the BLT, and it was solid. The flavor felt a little lacking, but I couldn't pinpoint why. Not sure I would order it again. There are some allergy-friendly options, but they are limited. Price was a bit high , but nothing crazy. Atmosphere is warm, rustic, and comfy, but... limited seating during busy times. I also dislike how they don't give you water glasses for dine-in, just disposable plastic ones, which feels wasteful. Service overall was quick and kind. I'd come back, but only on occasion.

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. .

Had an amazing lunch yesterday at State of Confusion. This was only our second visit but we have…read morethoroughly enjoyed each time. We started with a few drinks and the dip trio (love the plantain chips!) But what set us off right was the mojito! Asia, our bartender, made an outstanding drink. As former bartenders we can be a bit critical and rarely have a mojito we really like. We got a second one just to see if it was a fluke lol, but she delivered again. Consistency is important. The excellent service continued with our server Tony. He made great suggestions and helped us make sure to guide us through the menu as we aren't familiar with Peruvian cuisine. I had the Plancha Chicken and it was fantastic. My bf had lettuce wraps and the tuna ceviche which he devoured. Great food, excellent service, and kudos to the manager Darnell who checked in with us. We will be back soon!​