Just had the shrimp and grits from Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen. Just delicious! Re-heating…read moreinstructions from the freezer were perfect. The shrimp was still perfectly cooked, the sauce had a very nice spice heat, the andouille was portioned well and the overall meal was delicious and satisfying. Please stay in the Too Many Cooks subscription program.

The food here is amazing! Especially the desserts…read more It's one of our go to spots to enjoy date night.

Cute decor. Love being right by the street to watch the goings on of the city while dining. Our…read moreserver was nice but I felt a bit rushed to leave. They served us beignets which was nice but didn't offer us a dessert menu. They have you choose your own steak knife which was a fun surprise. The food was decent. Not great as I was expecting for this type of dining. The drink was good. The bread was warm. The Cajun Ribeye was ok. I was hoping for more Cajun flavor. The horseradish mashed potatoes were again, ok, mine had very little horseradish flavor. For the money spent this meal didn't wow me. I'll try it again but won't rush to do so.

Went here for a birthday dinner with family and the food was amazing! Everyone's meal came out…read morequickly and cooked to perfection. I got a vegetarian dish with mushroom, potato and goat cheese.. yum! The interior is moody and comfortable .. passes the vibe check for a luxury experience or good for date night too! It is pricy, so make sure you are ok with this before coming

I love to get food from freeman's anytime the food is made fresh and so good I got vegan sandwich (…read morebuffalo fried chicken ) ! They have lots of good salads , sandwiches and soups seasonal menu specials tastes the best usually Would recommend jalapeño poppers too The service is so friendly ( they greet with smile always ) I love to sit on the patio area and relax most of the time

Haven't been here in a while, but finally was on this side of town and stopped in. First off, they…read morewere packed, which is always a good sign. The service isn't going to be in and out as this isn't a large place with lots of wait staff. Expect to be here at least an hour. They have Coors on draft (nostalgia for the Mr.) and tall boy PBRs. Not your thing? Don't let that deter you bc they are one of the few places I have seen who has Old Rasputin on DRAFT. Those not familiar, this is a Russian imperial stout by North Coast Brewery out of Ft Bragg, California. Something I haven't had since... well, I lived in California. Personally, one of my favorite stouts. Beer not your thing? They have an array of specialty contrails and some solid liquor choices including buffalo trace's limited purchase bourbon (eagle rare/ blantons). Food: the Brussels, sandwiches, and salads looked amazing (neighboring patting got those). We split a few things: Brisket: nit the best I have ever had, but solid choice. Maybe not for the $, but it was fall apart brisket. Wings: these are crispy fried with sauce on the side. A little hard but good. Not my favorite. The poutine was by far a favorite with the melty cheese and the gravy was delicious. We also had the street corn and with the lime was pretty good as well. These 4 things were plenty for the 2 of us with a little extra. We didn't mind paying the extra because of the experience. I did about die of heat, but I should have put a hair the in my bag and wore a skit or just not jeans. We will definitely be back.

I good meal on a beautiful Sunday Brunch. I got the catfish and grits. Seasoned to perfection and…read morethe grits were smooth.the catfish was seasoned well a freshly crispy. Too good. Great service and we will be back for another R&B Brunch.

Really surprised I haven't reviewed 913 before because I think their food is delicious! This last…read moretime we had the collard dip with pita. The dip is always so delicious - it's one of my favorite appetizers ever. The pita is really good too. I think they recently started adding cheese to it too which is good but not really necessary in my opinion. At first, they brought us pita that was really burnt but our waiter told us she requested a fresh batch without us even saying anything which I think is great service. I also tried their garlic parm boneless wings & they were so good. I loved how seasoned & salty they were, although they might be too salty for some people. I really loved it though! Their cocktail menu is also really interesting & creative. It's mostly whiskey of course but they do have other spirits. I tried the peanut butter & jelly Old fashioned and it was surprisingly delicious. It really did taste like a PB&J so I highly recommend. The inside is small but there's a nice outdoor seating area too. This really is one of my favorite places to get food in the area BUT the only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because anytime I've been there remotely close to closing, they definitely let you know & make you feel rushed. I'm not one to go to restaurants last minute when they're closing because I know how that can make it difficult for employees, but being somewhere 45 minutes before they close shouldn't warrant getting rushed. I've been there before just to have a few cocktails at the bar about 45 min before closing & had the same experience. I still really love this place & will keep going (but probably not within an hour or so of closing lol)

This was my second time at White and Wood, and we had an amazing experience. We came for our 5th…read morewedding anniversary, and the night actually started off terribly. We had to walk about three blocks in absolutely torrential rain that rendered my umbrella basically useless. I'd spent 30 minutes on my hair, which was now ruined, my shoes were soaked, and by the time we walked in I was in a TERRIBLE mood. The second we stepped inside, that completely started to change. The staff was so welcoming and empathetic. They immediately brought us towels to dry off and even brought me a blanket! They also gave us some complimentary champagne for our anniversary. Our waitress, Delaney (I hope I'm spelling that right!), was wonderful and even took the time to make me a custom off-menu martini. And then there was the food. We started with the raw oysters, which were half price for happy hour and came with a chili sauce that will now make every other oyster slightly disappointing. I had the bacon cheeseburger, and my partner had the pork belly cacio e pepe, which was fantastic. At the end of the meal, they surprised us with complimentary olive oil cake and more bubbly for our anniversary. What could have easily been a miserable evening ended up being such a great anniversary dinner. The entire staff went above and beyond for us, and the hospitality really stood out. I highly recommend White and Wood whether you're celebrating something or just looking for a great evening out downtown. We'll definitely be back!

I fell in love walking through the door. From the wall decide to seating to the open concept. We…read morecould have stayed, chatted, and drank for hours and hours. The food was EXCELLENT! A fantastic menu that had traditional and innovative options. Elevated Southern! Fantastic staff and service. Each person treats all tables like they are their own. Meals served with explanations. Their bartender was ON POINT (he was also our waiter)! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Went to Liberty Oak for date night. It's a cute downtown spot with a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere…read more Nothing over the top, just a comfortable place to grab dinner and unwind. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the menu has a solid variety of options. I had the chicken cordon bleu, which was good and filling, and my partner ordered the short ribs with risotto -- tender and flavorful. The lobster flatbread was definitely the standout for us and probably the thing I'd order again. Overall, a nice choice for a casual night out downtown.

Liberty Oak is such a hidden gem!! Today's special was a blackened shrimp with rotini in a sofrito…read morecream sauce. MAGNIFICENT!! They have indoor seating as well as an outdoor patio. The vibe is very laid back with jazzy music playing. At the entrance there's a small bar area. Elyse was fantastic! I called to check their specials of the day and she was who answered the phone. Lucky us, she ended up being our waitress as well. I'm going to put them on my rotation for yummy lunch places.

First of all, I had wonderful service with the waitress. She was new but was on top of everything…read moreand attentive. Mr. Tokyo also has a diverse menu with outstanding sushi options. To top it off, the place has a great atmosphere. I can see this becoming a "spot" for sure. The miso soup, gyoza, and cheese rangoons are fantastic starters. The gyoza was pan-seared for that perfect crunch and made with plenty of filling. The crab Rangoons were crispy, golden, and packed with creamy flavor. The sushi? Solid. The tuna nigiri was fantastic and practically melted in my mouth. I'd say the shrimp nigiri was good too. Both had great rice with the perfect texture. Also the hibachi fried rice is excellent, though I preferred beef over chicken with it. The highlights of the night were the specialty rolls. The Snow White sushi roll is satisfying with a lot of flavor in one bite. The Tiger roll was also stacked and made beautifully. A final mention is the fried calamari, that was an amazing pair to everything! I'll be back, that's for sure.

First of all, my husband, toddler, and I LOVE Mr. Tokyo. We have gone no fewer than a dozen times,…read moreand besides one instance where the avocados in the sushi were NOT ripe, we have had a great time, and the food is excellent. They have creative unique rolls, the service is usually pretty good, and we basically have to waddle out of the restaurant each time because the AYCE is AMAZING. That being said, my husband and I had the opportunity to get out while we had a free babysitter for our toddler and we went to Mr. Tokyo to eat with our 6 week old baby. During our meal, there was a blowout situation, and I quickly left to take her to the bathroom to change her. There was no changing table, so I had to kneel on the bathroom stall floor to change a purple face screaming baby with a blowout. Suffice it to say, by the time I returned to our table, our baby was very angry and I was very stressed (which could have been avoided if there had been a changing table). My husband and I took turns scarfing down the rest of our food and left stressed. Food= delicious. Date night with a baby... not so much.

This was our second visit here since moving to the area. To start, the servers were great! Very…read morefriendly and we were seated quickly. We ordered drinks and an appetizer and they came out fairly quickly. The Korean BBQ Spring Rolls are very good! Now for the not so good part. We ordered the fish and chips to split- that was all we ordered after the appetizer and it took forever for our order to be brought to the table. We watched a couple tables around us, get their food before us, and they had been seated after us.. The server had to go back and check on our dish a couple times before it finally came out. I will say the fish and the chips were fabulous, but the corn was terrible and should probably not even be included on the dish. It was WAY overcooked and chewy. The coleslaw left quite a bit to be desired as well. No seasoning, no flavor and was just bland. When it says wasabi coleslaw, I am thinking it is going to have a little bit of a kick to it but nothing. They could definitely save themselves some money by eliminating the corn from this dish, make the coleslaw an option as an up charge and could lower the price on the dish in general or add a third piece of fish instead of the corn and coleslaw. Overall, it's definitely the best fish and chips we've had since moving to the area, but I would order it with no corn or coleslaw next time.

We finally had a chance to try Fishbones on Walker Avenue. We were looking for something casual and…read moreinviting and what we found was a rustic, engaging vibe at Fishbones. We started out with cocktails. I had a Hendricks dry martini straight up (it was delicious) and my wife had a Don't Call Me Sweetie which is mix of Hendrick's Gin, Lemon, Cucumber, Basil, Simple, Saline 15. It is very citrus heavy, so be advised. She had them cut it with a bit of cranberry to offset the citrus. For main courses, my wife had the grilled salmon and she chose sautéed garlic spinach and wasabi slaw as her sides. I ordered the shrimp and grits and my side was blackened green beans. Let's talk main course first. My wife's salmon was terrific. Flaky and moist and very tasty. My shrimp and grits was unique because it was a real balance between large pieces of shrimp and the grits. Many times you'll order this dish and end up with a pile of grits with some shrimp sprinkled on top. This version is very tasty and a really nice balance of flavors. The Cajun seasonings have it some kick, but it did not overpower. The side dishes are where we had a couple of surprises. First off the sautéed spinach was really delicious, but my wife's wasabi slaw was bland. It's a huge shocker because when you see the word wasabi, you expected to have some Asian kick to it. This did not. It was hard to even identify that it had wasabi in it. That was a disappointment. The surprise was the blackened green beans. They actually were one of the stars of the show. Their flavor and texture was just awesome. We could've ordered a huge bowl of it and eaten all of it. While it didn't need it, there was a dipping aïoli on the side, just in case we wanted to add that to the green bean experience. As I mentioned off the start, Fishbones is a very casual experience. It's very pub-like in that way. We really loved it and the wait staff, which is a team approach as anyone who passes you makes sure you're doing OK, were kind, upbeat and helpful. Even with the bland slaw, we can't lower our rating because overall the experience was terrific. We will definitely come back.

Came here based on a colleague's recommendation and was pleasantly surprised. It is a very…read moreunassuming spot close to UNCG's campus. It has a little bit of parking on-site. When you come in, you will see it is set up like an old school diner, from decor to menu. They only have hot coffee - which is fine, just be prepared! They also have a nice mixture of Latin-inspired menu items and diner classics. I got the chilaquiles, which were so good. And the portion they give you are huge! The food came out quickly, and our waitress made sure to keep my coffee cup filled. This is a great spot to stop in if you happen to be nearby!

I've been coming here for over a year now and I've never been disappointed .The service is fast and…read morefriendly. The menu has a mix of traditional food and then a mix of Mexican foods as well. I always get the spartan special and it's very good and filling. If youre in the mood for a quick bite made deliciously and has that taste of home stop by Bagner and Alexas!

Good lunch. Close by to where we were. We both agreed we like Mexican food and we saw that this…read moreplace had some pretty solid reviews. The inside has a funky Mexican theme to it which we liked. Just as we sat down, we were immediately brought warm, tortilla chips and a large portion of their homemade salsa. Excellent chips and very good salsa. I kind of created my own lunch getting an enchiladas with soft corn tortilla to wrap them in. The chicken and red pepper combination were terrific. The fried rice was excellent. A little skimpy on the guacamole and salad, which is a bit surprising based on how inexpensive salad is. Both were good though. The only disappointment were the baked beans. They actually look like someone added water to them and they were running all over the plate. Not super tasty but really a disappointing part of the lunch. Pink lemonade was good. Endless refills. But how much pink lemonade can a human drink at lunch!?

Newly opened Mexican restaurant right by UNCG! This isn't their only restaurant, this is Crazy…read moreMexico's 5th location, they must be doing something right! I went on a solo mission, and I sat at the bar, one waitress came by and gave me the menus, and another waiter came by and got my drink order and simultaneously another waitress came out and gave me chips and salsa, like a well oiled machine! I put in my crazy request for a veggie torta which of course wasn't on the menu but it was what I wanted, my waitress assured me it wouldn't be a problem and she and the chef delivered! The torta was delicious, there was a smorgasbord of veggies in there. The food came out really quick as well and everything was hot and fresh! I also got a cucumber margarita, they had actually muddled real cucumbers into the margarita and it was delicious. They also had red sauce and green sauces available which elevated the dish perfectly. The black beans were also delicious. The place looks small on the outside but there's a good amount of seating indoors and the bar area is fairly big. Overall though Crazy Mexico #5 had amazing good, impeccable service and a great vibe to it. If they keep this up, we'll be seeing a Crazy Mexico #6 in no time!