Finally... made it to Dogwood. It is nestled in the corner of Riverview shopping mall. Don't blink…read moreor you'll miss it! I walked in and Samantha, behind the bar, made us feel right at home. I knew she was going to be amazing after watching her with other customers.. She cares, helps them even with personal stuff, and looks out for them. You can tell there are regulars, they love the people and the restaurant. I love that vibe! I knew it wanted to try several things so I only orders appetizers. We got Chorizo (not tradional, more like a sausage) which came with fries, Provoletta and Log Jammers. She was right... the Log Jammers are addictive, but being a cheese person, my fav was the Provellta - so fabulously cheesy. The sausage was very good as well. My only swith up on things qould be the sauces... which you can do. The 3 mustard sauce comes with .the Log Jammers - pare that with the sausage. The herb vinegar that come with the Log Jammers, pares best with the Provella. And last, but not least... pare the Boom Boom sauce with the Log Jammers. Fabulous! We also got Ribs and mac and cheese. The full rack was huge and had ao much meat. The rub on it was delicious and I'd recommend the spicy bbq sauce which pares well with the rub. The slaw is NOT to mayonnaisey but is sweet. The Mac and Cheese seems to be on the homemade side - creamy but not like it's all processed cheese - more real cheese. Then it's baked with a nice layer on top. We had a great experience and even though I don't usually go to a restaurant more than once, I will be back. The food was great and the people and friendly atmosphere made it so much more.

Take note of the sticker sign saying no outside food, it includes items like a birthday cake as…read morewell as. If you bring one they will charge you a $30 fee. Got a take out order tonight that included a burger with cheese only plus mayonnaise and ketchup up. I understand not putting the mayo and ketchup on a takeout order but I did expect to have some in the container. This was their second chance to make a good impression and they failed...again. Don't plan to go back anytime soon.

Yum! My boyfriend and I split some dishes at the Federal and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We…read morechose the classic cheeseburger with Swiss cheese and sauce on the side, a cubano, and the fried artichoke salad. Both the cheeseburger and cubano came with hefty servings of French fries fresh out of the fryer. Despite being a little salt heavy, they were flavorful and complimented the sandwiches well. The cubano and burger were both 3/5 for me but I enjoyed both. I'm not a huge meat fan... My boyfriend said they were excellent though! The fried artichoke salad is where I feel like I found my peace. The olives, tomatoes, salad dressing, and all other salad components were awesome. It tasted fresh and the ingredients complimented each other. The fried artichokes were a nice crunch too! I would be back to the Federal for the hot food and good vibes. Service was excellent here as well.

Bartender tonight was so accommodating. I came to watch the Duke UNC game and it was standing room…read moreonly. I'm 7 months pregnant and my feet started to hurt. There were customers at the bar who ordered a drink and thought that was enough to sit there the entire time. The bartender nicely asked them that if they weren't going to order more food or drink it would be polite if they gave up their seats to paying customers. I finally got to sit down and rest while I enjoyed the game. Great food and even better service!

We had an extremely memorable experience at Alley Twenty Six, in large part to our amazing server,…read moreAnthony! We made a reservation for a Saturday night dinner and he made sure we were well taken care of all night. We started the night with their James Bears award winning cocktails, and every drink we ordered was a hit! Spiced strawberry mule, Sunset Sipper, and the table favorite: Earl Please. The latter two drinks were mocktails and they were still standouts! As for the food, the Alley burger was perfectly cooked: juicy patty paired with truffle cheese and simple toppings that really highlighted the burger itself. And shoestring fries are always a good choice with a delicious burger. Ricotta gnocchi was also very good. As our server Anthony said, let's get this burger nominated!

It's always exciting to go to Alley26, namely for their food. Out of all the options in a block…read moreradius (with the exception of sushi nearby), I will always chose Alley26. Over burgers, over French food, over ramen, over Indian. Why? Because Alley26 serves delectable oysters, succulent burgers, and incredible tin fish. Yes, tin fish. If you haven't seen their extensive menu of fish, you must! While it's not for everyone, it is a tinned fish enthusiasts heaven! I go here to celebrate milestones with a good friend and we always have a mini feast, paired with a glass or two of wine. My favorite time to go is when the weather is comfortable and we can sit in the alley way, it's soooo chic that it feels like you're sitting outdoors at a meal in Italy of France. Service is always on point and I forget the bartenders name that is super knowledgeable and super kind. When I remember, I'll circle back to update this review. If you're thinking about this place, definitely check it out! The only inconvenience though is that I believe is 21+ over, at least at night it is.

We popped in for a drink while strolling the Brightleaf area. The staff were attentive and…read morefriendly, the place was super clean with a cool vibe. There are some arcade games and TVs. We didn't try the food today but I'm hoping to update this soon when we go back.

Had a quick couple beverages at Clouds Brewing. I'd call it a cool, bright sports bar with a lot of…read moreTVs to catch games, some arcade-type games and what I'd call pub grub. The service was friendly on a somewhat slower mid-afternoon. The mushroom appetizers were amazingly good: made fresh in the kitchen, you could tell. I'd put this on the list if you're looking to catch some sports on TV with your friends - a good spot.

First time at this place. Didn't have to wait too long for a Sunday brunch. Have to say that this…read moreplace was a little slow on service. Took them a while to get our order in. The ambiance wasn't bad. Food wasn't all that great. I think as a food person it was pretty bland. Didn't have too much flavor in any of the dishes. It maybe for some people but for us it wasn't that great but wasn't horrible.

Decent breakfast. Better deal than hotel breafast. I had a bisquit and a veggie scramble which…read morewere pretty good. Kid had eggs that were a tad under-cooked. Service super friendly. Biscuit was good. Nice diner vibe.

OpenTable may have dropped the ball on our Easter Sunday reservation, but Local 22 turned it into a…read moregreat experience. When we arrived, the restaurant was completely full, yet Paul handled the situation with genuine kindness and calm. He asked us to hang tight and, true to his word, had our party of four seated within five minutes. The food absolutely delivered. The standout was the apple cinnamon hush puppies, crispy, warm, and just the right balance of sweet and savory. Truly delicious. A huge thank you to Paul for his outstanding hospitality. He made what could have been a frustrating situation feel effortless and welcoming. We'll definitely be back.

My first time visiting Local 22 Kitchen & Bar and it was sooo good. I cannot wait to return. Our…read moreserver Matthew was awesome and very nice and knowledgeable. We ordered the charcuterie board with local cheeses, prosciutto, and the smoked trout dip . Freaking delicious would definitely order again. We also ordered the skillet cornbread with honey bourbon butter (I think). Soooo goood. I ordered the quinoa salad with blackened shrimp. Super amazing so glad Mat recommended the blackened shrimp to go on top. My date ordered the spicy chicken sandwich with tots. Definitely spicy but delicious. We ordered drinks as well and let me just say they were delicious and STRING. For dessert we got the pecan pie bread pudding. That was just okay for me not to sweet. I can't wait to go back and try other items. Oh and the vibe was good we dined outside.

Met with family for a quick lunch. The burgers are great as are the steak fries. I tried the…read morechicken pesto ciabatta sandwich for the first time. Pretty good. You have to really like pesto. All in all, another good experience.

I got takeout from The Loop and the food was delicious! The Pesto Chicken Ciabatta was my favorite…read more The pesto was tasty and the open faced sandwich was covered in chicken, cheese, and red sauce. The Chicken and Cheese sandwich was good too and was fully customizable with toppings and cheese type. The fries were very thick and they needed to be reheated a little.

I went with a friend to their afternoon tea on Sunday - they offer it 2:30 - 4 only. This place is…read moreposh! Which is to be expected since it is located in the Washington Duke Inn. We had to book our reservations ahead of time and also paid ahead of time - $70 per person. The staff was gracious and attentive. The food was delicious and the tea was probably some of the favorite that I've had. I don't necessarily know if it was worth the price though. The food was good but I was hoping, based on cost, that it would have been a more substantial offering. All in all, it's a fun place to go and have an afternoon outing with friends.

Booked afternoon tea to celebrate 2 birthdays and do a fun girls outing. All of the sandwiches and…read moredesserts were delicious - freshly made and flavors were well paired. They also gave us 2 pieces of cake at the end to celebrate our birthdays, which at that point we were so full and already on a sugar high but we appreciated the gesture and the cakes were great! It wasn't busy when we went and they don't rush you at all. You do have to prepay so just beware of that and make sure to communicate ahead of time if your plans change. Great place for afternoon tea!

I have been to the spot several time in various guises. It's a great location. This iteration seems…read morelike the best for the area: it's very family friendly, with tons of games and playground area for the younger set. I came at 5:45 on a Monday (because no other places are open on Mondays!), and was one of maybe four me. In the place. The rest were moms with one or two (or more!) kids, some waiting for dad to join them after work. I ate in a covered patio that in a few months will be too hot to endure. But tonight, mid-March, it's a sunny delight. I ordered a smashburger and a Kingstown Negroni. Drae stirred my drink and out the order in, and it arrived with fries just minutes later. Juicy double patty burger, caramelized onions, cheese, salt & pepper fries. Fresh and very tasty. WiFi was fast, music was smooth but subdued. (Think Sade and Barry White dueling. Wish I wasn't alone!) Kids were everywhere, but very well-behaved and in explore mode, which I find adorable! There are outside areas covered in open or tarps, clear flexi-glass walled off areas, and true "indoor" places you can watch TV in. Everything from Top Gear to REN & Stimpy. A great way to spend an early dinner/very late lunch.

A decent spot, but caters more towards the crowd that wants to drink while their kids run around…read more Lakewood Social is a nice casual spot with a decent drink and food menu that really caters to the day drinking millennial crowd with kids. It's kind of a bug and feature. They have the order from your table QR code set up where you can get drinks and food served to you either inside or out. The service is always quick and prompt. This place is great on a nice day. It's not somewhere I would typically seek out myself unless with friends (with kids) or hosting a small party (where there might be friends (with kids) attending.

Honestly, hit her Miss depending on who's working in there you might get a bunch of skinny pieces…read moreof chicken other times you might get a full box of chicken for no reason!!! Ambience is not really giving fine dining. They have wooden tables and chairs. So you can eat in there, but the ambience will probably be better at home.

Omg! The food was amazing! More than that to me the Owner's were very present and sweet to us and…read moreall customers. What really stood out to me even more was the interaction that I saw with the Owner's and Staff. The Interaction was priceless. It was an amazing experience and we definitely will be back! Thank you for the hospitality and wonderful food!