Magnolia Blue was one of my favorite High Point eateries. Whether I went for weekend brunch or New…read moreYear's Eve dinner, I never had a bad meal there. It closed in early February for what were supposed to be renovations, only to reopen months later with a new name and a new concept, trading slightly upscale Southern for more upscale Italian. In some regards, this makes sense - it fills a void created by the closure of Lulu and Blu - but in other ways, it's a massive gamble. My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner, and while it was an overall pleasant experience, it also made us miss Magnolia. The higher price point is the chief culprit. Otto and Blue offers pastas in the $20s and entrees starting in the $30s, bread and olive oil not included. While we were celebrating an occasion that merited such a splurge, it's hard to imagine the restaurant remaining competitive at those prices once the sheen of newness wears off. Look past that, however, and Otto and Blue shines in both ambiance and service. It's classy without being stuffy, and the dark turquoise tones suit it well. Allison, a Magnolia Blue mainstay, was personable and attentive and provided excellent service throughout the meal. Otto and Blue's menu offers apps, salads, pastas, and entrees. It's predominantly Italian albeit with a few options for the steak-and-potatoes crowd. The dishes range from recognizably classic (rigatoni Bolognese) to conspicuously elevated (halibut piccatta). After mulling over several offerings, we went with the bread service, tagliatelle, and duck cacciatore. The food ranged from fairly good to outstanding. While $9 for bread is a tough pill to swallow, they executed it as well as they possibly could have: a hot, fresh ciabatta with tasty herb butter, olive relish, and a quality olive oil-balsamic combo as accompaniments. The cacciatore boasted a pair of duck legs confit, and while I'm usually no fan of dark meat poultry, these were prepared well with crispy skin and plenty of meat. For a typically hearty dish, the sauce seemed light (and a bit subdued), but that could be a consequence of serving atop polenta (more absorbent) rather than pasta. Speaking of pastas and sauces, the tagliatelle hit a nice balance of creamy and zesty without swimming in its white wine lemon sauce. Surprisingly, the highlight of the meal ended up being the dessert that Otto and Blue kindly offered as an anniversary gift. A scoop of vanilla bean gelato came adorned with a Biscoff cookie, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt. If salt and especially olive oil on ice cream seem vaguely blasphemous, don't knock it until you try it. Each bite was thoroughly delicious. It's a given that good food doesn't come cheap, but even so, Otto and Blue has no margin for error to justify what it charges. On food alone, it was close but not quite there. However, the overall experience made it worthwhile, and I have no regrets about dining here.

It was my first time coming here and for brunch and I got their Magnolia Omelette which had lump…read morecrab, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and havarti cheese with their bradant potatoes and fresh fruit and it was amazing. I also had their fireside mule which was a delicious seasonal brunch drink with crown apple and ginger ale and butterscotch schnapps! We also got biscuits and they came out super dry initially but our server got us fresh ones and the fresh ones came out a little undercooked and she took them back without us even asking! The service was impeccable. The chicken and waffles looked delightful as well. The place is very posh and they have parking behind the building and make sure you walk towards the outside of the building towards their ground floor entrance! I'll be back soon!

Very Good Steak, Filet Mignon with potatoes. Cooked…read moreperfectly and so tasty. Great service and Vibe too!!!!

Today is my Birthday and my daughter surprised me with a lovely experience at Earl's Landing. We…read morewere greeted warmly and seated promptly for our 5:00 pm reservation. Our waitress Megan was extremely personable, attentive, and professional. While there was a bit of a hiccup with the dinner service, the customer service was by far the best I've experienced. The on duty manager was apologetic and made sure we were taken care of. Our waitress was also apologetic and continued to check on us our entire stay. The dining area was both elegant and matched the vibe of the music and the staff. The food was delicious and the portion sizes were generous. Overall the customer service experience was top notch. It's not about getting everything right 100% of the time, sometimes it's about how you recover when mishaps occur. Excellent recovery tonight! Bravo!

This place is a VIBE! Good conversations…read more Excellent drinks. Ket the owner is GREAT. You will not be disappointed!

Hannah is the best! She was so friendly and all of the drinks she made were phenomenal. The…read moreatmosphere is nice and warm. They have a big outdoor space with a lot of seating. They also have a small humidor area if you want to grab a cigar and head out to the our door space to enjoy. They don't have food but if you're needing something to munch on then there is a restaurant, called Simply Thai, right next door and the food is delicious.

Love going on Wednesday nights to hear Amy Beusse sing. Sometimes themed a sometimes there are…read moreothers who step up to sing with her. Good vibes.

Love it here, very friendly staff, and their cocktails are delicious. Love the chill decor mixed…read morewith the cozy vibe, definitely a cool hangout place, with a pool table, a dart board and they also have TVs where you can watch some sports while hanging out

When it comes to cocktails, the mixologist's skill and the quality of the ingredients are…read moreeverything. Cocktail Cove nails both in spades. A sign on the wall reads Tiki Bar, and the menu includes classic tiki drinks, but the Cove offers more, with hip, unique concoctions made with unusual ingredients. The atmosphere too, isn't quite tiki, but isn't not tiki either, to fit in with its somewhat seedy location. When you factor in the reasonable prices and the fun experience with the bartender, you couldn't ask for anything more from a little cocktail bar.

Great downtown bar with a good variety of different drinks…read more I stopped by after having dinner downtown for an evening drink. I was immediately greeted and welcomed by the bartender. As a mezcal lover, I appreciated the variety of different mezcal drinks. I feel like the drinks were reasonably priced ranging from about $12-$16. There is a good amount of seating inside but they also have outdoor seating.

This placed was packed when we showed up after 10pm on Saturday Feb 7, 2026. Lots of drink options…read moreand a properly stocked bar. Was happy to enjoy an Eagle Rare, neat while others in our group enjoyed wine and draft beer. A good local band was set up in the front of the place and kept the place rocking throughout our visit.

Stop by for a Kisses4Kate non-profit fundraiser for "kids with cancer". It was jam packed inside &…read moreout! Had 3 bartenders and they didn't seem to miss a beat. Had tons of interesting basket for auction. Bar had full service (wine, beer, cocktails), mainly high tops seating. The new Baseball stadium is at end of the corner. They had food truck & ice-cream truck in front, live band in the back. They should have turned down the AC with that many people packed in ơn a hot July summer day!

Wow! What an innovative nugget nestled in the heart of High Point. There is a vibe to this cigar…read morelounge--it's sexy, yet intimate. Lounge on Main offers an extensive cigar selection stocked with all the affluent stogies. Oh, and the crafted cocktails are next level! Make sure you try their old fashioned with Still Moon Apple Pie Moonshine! The marriage between a classic cocktail with an apple pie moonshine twist is top tier! It just might be my new favorite drink. The waitstaff is attentive and efficient; though the place was packed, no one had a long wait time for their drink orders. It felt good to find a place that caters to the grown and sexy--and the Lounge on Main does just that.

From the owner: Lounge on Main is a sophisticated social destination in High Point, NC, known for premium…read morecocktails, variety of cigars, and exceptional service. Our mission is to create a relaxed yet elevated experience for guests and members alike, led by a professional team that values excellence and connection.

came in to sample bites and morsels at the nearby burger-rama and found myself here for a beverage…read moreinstead.... wandered up during changeover and found a seat at the bar, took a minute to check out the scenery and the most appealing thing in the place was a draft cider on special; a strawberry rhube goldberg pie or something like that. bar is a bar is a bar and this one represents well enough plus it is far enough from the house to encourage moderation. lots of windows means lots of natural light in the daytime and night lights afterward. there's karaoke and other activities for the mildly impaired and plenty of seating inside and out depending on the weather. probably going to use the walk-up next time so as to better enjoy the atmosphere on the patio in a shady spot.

I have to start with saying that our bartender Larry was absolutely AMAZING!! He was so pleasant &…read morefriendly, he just made the time there feel great & welcoming! He responded to all of our questions about drinks with kindness & ease. The drinks were delicious & tonight they had Karaoke , which is not for me but enjoyable for many. It's a great place to enjoy some great drinks with great company by a great bartenders!!

Amazing! This has officially become our go to cocktail lounge locally here in Greensboro…read more We had excellent cocktails, super fun service, and the ambiance was exactly what we wanted for an intimate and classy evening out. Our bartender, LT, was so much fun. Every drink was spot on. An espresso martini for my wife and a bold old fashioned for me. On top of that, LT clearly knows his stuff when it comes to both cocktails and bourbon knowledge. I added a 1oz neat pour of 12yr Weller. Let's just say this place is a Weller lover's dream. The owner is a huge Weller fan and keeps the lounge stocked with pretty much every bottle imaginable. Something that's nearly impossible to find in Greensboro. And then there's the showstopper: a Weller Millennium bottle sitting on display. At $600 for a 1oz pour, it's pure eye candy for me. I'll just admire it from one of the comfy couches or large chairs and keep my wallet happy. Whenever we're looking for a classy evening out in downtown Greensboro, Muddle will be our first stop every time.

Muddle is my favorite downtown bar. The bartenders are skilled and can make almost anything. The…read moredecor is moody. It's great for nights with friends.

As usual, this place is still amazing! This season my husband I made it a mission to go in and try…read morealmost every drink on the menu with all the new renditions of the classics and the new seasonal drinks. The Pastelito Punch had been my favorite so far but so many good ones. Jackie is always so friendly and helpful. I very much enjoying learning about the new concoctions they are working up. Excited to see what the next seasonal menu has.

First of all I goofed and left my debit card behind during my visit. Traced it back to Dram and…read moreDraught and they kept it secured for me. I will be forever grateful. Customer service was top tier. The decor is modern and the selection of spirits is amazing. Our bartender made the best espresso martini. I loved the vibe and I will definitely be back.