I had an amazing experience. My first time there, the food was absolutely delicious. I had the spinach dip and chips and catfish and spaghetti full of flavor and cooked perfectly. The customer service was outstanding. The waitresses and waiters were so friendly and attentive. They atmosphere was beautiful upscale and welcoming. The music playing in the background added to the perfect dining experience. I also like that the owner walked around checking on guests which gave it such a personal touch. The big teddy bear sitting beside me was fun and a surprise. I will definitely be going back. read more

Great experience! Food was so good. No complaints! Yasmine was in training at this time but was really attentive. So sweet. 10/10 read more

The service was phenomenal. The servers checked on us regularly, the food arrived quickly, and everything was absolutely delicious. We chose to sit inside, but the patio looked like a nice vibe since it was covered and had multiple ceiling fans. I went for a small birthday dinner. Wish I had taken pics! read more

I love coming here for lunch and happy hour. Serene patio atmosphere on their main floor. Wonderful service! Tasty comfort foods heightened with global flavors. My favorites include their "Charbroiled Oysters"; "Wagyu Glizzy" & "Spicy Lamb Chops"! CHEERS! read more

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stopped by for a thursday happy hour and ordered off their HH menu - the pornstar martini was FANTASTIC the calamari was definitely the best thing we ordered but i would skip the caesar, the burger was just ok but a good deal off the HH menu our waiter seth was fantastic and super super nice!!! read more

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The Charlotte is such a cute spot! Definitely a place for the girls. I do think it's a little pricey, but if you go during happy hour, it's a great deal. They have so many options for $9 or less! The Caesar salad is perfection--the croutons are seriously the best! I also love the pickle that comes with the burger. They have the cutest teddy bears set up all around the restaurant, which adds such a fun touch. The service is also great! I've always had such friendly, attentive people whenever I've gone. read more

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Heard really great things about the Charlotte and wanted to give it a try! First, we had a reservation but still had to wait about 10-15 min to be seated. However, we did receive exceptional service! I opted for the crab claws, the fried fish and spaghetti, a slice of cornbread, and a porn star martini. This was my first time having crab claws and I must say it wasn't too bad, pretty good! The spaghetti and fish were pretty tasty. I wish the fish could've been fried a teeny bit harder so the breading could've stayed on but other than that I enjoyed it. You could also tell this was real catfish too, not swai. The only thing I did not like was the cornbread- not good flavor nor texture. It had to be remade twice and still wasn't up to par. Nonetheless, I'd definitely come back and excited to try more! read more

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II made a reservation for us in open table and got in immediately. It is a building pushed into the corner of Henderson Street. From valet to exit was a great experience. We had an appetizer of calamari, which had bits of orka it it. It was fried with very light batter. So delicious! Our entrees were catfish and spaghetti and baked chicken. The catfish almost melted in my mouth! The spices in the spaghetti mixed with the catfish was taste bud tantalizing. I had to taste my husband's chicken. It too was very well seasoned. I am at an event with over 3000 people. I will interject this spot to every conversation that mentions food. Thid is another jewel in the dining crown of Dallas! read more

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Loving the bear vibe! Charlotte is sitting next to you as a +1. The cutest concept ever, love how many huge bears they have! Entire place is clean and the bathroom is small but fancy. Good luck with parking though. Now for the food Crab fried rice was absolutely delicious, will get this again in a heartbeat Smash cheese burger was delicious as well. Fries were crispy just right, the pickle was amazing too and the sauce was fire (I got 2x sauces). Sorry I can't remember or find the drink, staff please help me I liked this drink a lot so I'll just point at this picture lol. read more

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I'm making The Charlotte my new favorite spot!! I went Friday for happy hour with the girls and went and took my dad for Fathers Day. Both times I went we had amazing service!! Great vibes, love the music, and of course all the food was a hit. Everyone loved everything. The wings were so good, it was my first time having them and you get a lot, enough to share or to eat alone and have some to go home. The cake was so worth it! It was an Oreo cake slice! It was so moist. I want to give a shoutout to Olivia who handled my family on Father's Day and Moo (or Mu) for happy hour with the girls...both ladies gave amazing top tier service and offered great recommendations!! The only thing is I noticed the crispy chicken for the pasta is completely different from the first time I had it and I liked the old chicken better. read more

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My daughter's favorite restaurant... the food is always immaculate.. the music is perfect... the ambiance is comfort meets upscale... the service has been consistently pleasant... today, Hakeem was very attentive.. we didn't even get a chance to look for him because he was on it... Stephen (manager) also checked on us a few times... Brought my family from out of town here got my daughter's graduation in June, and they loved it just as much... Foods I've tried and would recommend: Crab Fingers 5... Crab Fried Rice 5... Calamari 5... Spinach Dip 4... Elote 4... Catfish/Spaghetti 5... Malfadine 4... Wings 5... Shrimp/Grits 5... haven't had anything that didn't make me want to lick my fingers lol HIGHLY RECOMMENDED read more

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Our waiter was amazing, i didn't take us long to be seated. We did come without reservations and had a party of 5 but they did sit us quickly. Drinks and food were good. Overall vibe was a plus read more

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I really appreciate the free valet parking! Service was very good, and when I asked about suggestions she responded well. I ordered the wings and plantains for myself (two appetizers). Both were VERY tasty and I took half home for a meal later. I also ordered a Dirty Shirley, and the drink was very delicious. The ambiance is upscale and fun with their teddy bears. It was my friend's birthday, so we requested if a bear could be moved to our table for a photo, and the staff were quick to make it happen. The RR is small and tight, but you get extra amenities that were a nice touch. Definitely a treat of a place, so be mindful of your budget. They make your money well spent read more

I brought my mom here and it was a fantastic experience. We were even able to get a bear at our table which made our dinner so special. I forgot our server's name but he did a fantastic job and made sure we had everything we needed. Must try dishes if you go are the calamari, wings, and the crab claws. read more

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My mom and I have become a regular here for brunch so it's only fair I right a review. I love this place and the food and drinks have been consistent each visit, which is definitely a plus. Pornstar Martini, Crab Fingers, Spicy Lamb Chops, and Spicy Vodka Pasta are just a few of my favorites but honestly I doubt you'll be disappointed with anything you try on the menu. Make sure to make a reservation, it's always crowded and a wait when we go. Maybe you'll get lucky and get seated by the bear, we did once when my daughter joined us for brunch and she was ecstatic. Cute ambience with plenty of pictures ops and music that nice but not too loud for a conversation. Already thinking about my next visit. read more

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We came to The Charlotte in Dallas to celebrate my friend Ashley's birthday, and from the moment we arrived, we knew it was going to be a great experience. There was a slight delay getting everyone seated because valet was backed up, but they were working hard to get everyone through, and it was absolutely worth the wait. When we got to our table, there was a signed birthday card waiting for Ashley, which was such a thoughtful touch! The atmosphere is classy yet incredibly comfortable. The adorable bear theme throughout the restaurant is so unique and charming, and we can't wait to come back to enjoy a cocktail on their beautiful patio. The drink menu was fantastic, especially since two out of the three of us are pregnant and still had plenty of fun options to choose from. Ashley ordered a dirty martini and absolutely loved it. Our waitress, Caila, was FIRE! She was energetic, genuinely kind, attentive, and made our entire experience even better. If you visit, definitely request her! For appetizers, we shared the spinach artichoke dip, served with perfectly salted chips, salsa, and (my personal favorite) sour cream. Everything was delicious. For dinner, I had the Kale Salad, Kels ordered the Mafaldine, and Ashley had the Spicy Vodka Shells--which definitely live up to their name! We all added the blackened chicken, and I can't recommend it enough. It was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and cooked to perfection. And to top it all off, they brought gummy bears with our checks! Such a fun little surprise to end an already amazing meal. We'll absolutely be back. Highly recommend The Charlotte for date nights, girls' nights, birthdays, or honestly any excuse to treat yourself! read more

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Beautiful space! The famous "bear" was adorable and I appreciated the special pops of detail all across the patio and inside. The marketing and decor team did a fantastic job here. The Charlotte is a Black-Owned bistro located off Henderson. They offer valet parking at the back of the restaurant but we were lucky to find a couple of street parking spots. For starters we tried the spinach and artichoke dip. This was just okay, the dip itself lacked a little bit of flavor, but it was a cozy app to try. I couldn't decide between the vodka pasta and the burger and our server suggested the latter which I opted for. The burger was good! It comes with a delicious sauce and I ordered a side of truffle fries and broccolini. Overall the vibes were amazing. I didn't indulge in any cocktails so I'm curious to see how those are and will return to check out their patio which was closed for a photoshoot the day we visited. Our server seemed a bit disengaged and we had to flag her down a couple of times because we were forgotten. We did have to move from the patio to indoors because we had some bees that were trying to join us for lunch lol. I'll definitely be back! read more

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My wife surprised with a romantic birthday dinner at this incredible restaurant! Everyone working there is so friendly and the food is absolutely incredible. Everyone single thing we ordered was mind-blowing. We had crab fingers, kale salad with salmon, elote, and the short rib with cornbread. Best birthday ever thanks to The Charlotte (and my wife) - Oh and a bear joined us for dinner too! read more

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One of my favorites when I visit Dallas. The food is always tasty, service impeccable and the ambiance is classy. I'm having my Team Dinner there next month as well. I absolutely love The Charlotte and it never disappoints! My grandsons fell in love with the life size bear too. See you next time! read more

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I would like to recognize two individuals who went above and beyond in terms of service. First, I would like recognize Judson the manager, who was extremely gracious in accommodating us a seat for our extra guest. While it's not typical I understand to add extra seats to the table, Judson went above and beyond, he's top notch when it comes to customer service and an excellent manager who I can attribute to the reason that the Charlotte is so successful. Thank you so much Judson. I would also like to recognize Deion who was super attentive to our table and gave us the best service to our huge table. He was patient and offered us amazing appetizers and helped us with all our questions. He set the bar very high when it comes to any service I'll receive at other restaurants. I will make sure to come back in the near future, the food is delicious and the service is exceptional! read more

I love the teddy bear touches they added...so fun! I like the ambiance and how stylish the restaurant is. Went for dinner, sat at the bar, and got great service. The midnight margarita was one of the best margs I've had. I ordered a pasta dish that I didn't care for, but my server made ordering something else very easy. 10/10 experience. read more

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Went in for brunch. The staff was warm and attentive. They have an upper floor, two bars, and a patio. There was plenty of meat on the crab fingers. The salad was huge and the croutons were unique. The shrimp were delicious. I was low key hammered all day off of the goblet sized Kir Royale. read more

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Jade was our server and she was the best! Food was absolutely amazing actually. Got the spicy vodka pasta and it was spicyyy. Tried the lamb and the cajun pasta and those were bomb. The martinis will get you. The lavender & pomegranate were strong but also sweet. The pornstar martini was honestly the best drink out of the three. Tasted like juice. Theres a cute bar on the stairway. Patio seating was nice too. Booths were cute as well. Total was around $225 for 3: 3 entrees, 2 appetizers, 3 martinis read more

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I got the fried catfish and spaghetti. It was the perfect proportion. The fish was seasoned well and crispy, and the spaghetti was seasoned well too. The crispness of the fish and spaghetti paired well together, and it was a generous portion. The service was great, along with the ambiance. I'd recommend making a reservation and 10/10 recommend trying. read more

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Friday night sounded great for my favorite hour. I have been wanting to try happy hour here for a while. I'm so glad I made a reservation. It was packed and they were turning walk-in's away. The last time I came was for brunch with friends. It's been over a year since our last visit. So we decided to meet up for a Galentines HAPPY HOUR! I'm was hoping things had improved since they are not new anymore. The restaurant is still charming and cute. I love the ambiance. The giant teddy bears throughout the restaurant. The red decor for Valentine's weekend. It was sexy and cozy with the red pops of color. Service was good! My waiter was pleasant and polite. The happy hour prices were great. I was able to try some new items cheaper! The happy hour menu has more cocktail, wine and beer choices than food. My friend and I both ordered the happy hour smash cheeseburger. The smash burger was good. It's huge and is loaded with pickles, caramelized onions, cheese and hamburger meat. I opted NOT to get the jerk aioli on it. Thanks to another Yelp review who said the jerk aioli was too much. I asked for that sauce on the side. I'm so glad I did because it reminded me of jerk chicken. I would not have liked it on my burger. It's very spicy and overpowering. I asked for ketchup and mustard and that complimented the burger well. She ordered some truffle fries and I helped her eat them. They give you a lot of fries. They were tasty and definitely enough to share. The Caesar Salad was huge. You can share this too. It's also on the happy hour menu. It was presented nicely. For cocktails we chose the Porn Star Martini which was delicious. The passion fruit flavor was on point. The drink was classy and sassy. The other drink we chose was the Peach Bellini. It was frozen and the presentation was cute, but tasted just okay. Overall a good time and the free Valet Parking is a plus. As parking is crazy in the area. I left feeling satisfied. I definitely like happy hour better! read more

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I loved everything about this place , the cute bears just top it off . The food was delicious! The whole staff is was so nice and everything was so good! I love the playing of AA Classics on the screens and the music played. Can't wait to be back and dine again ! I I loved our server Deion also , he was so sweet and his service was definitely 10/10! read more

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Great Happy Hour -- perfect for drinks with the girls!! The Charlotte is such a cute restaurant! I loved the teddy bear theme. There's also free valet! Their happy hour is pretty good! I got their Pornstar Martini for $9 (traditionally $18) which is a fantastic deal! It was also perfectly sweet and tart -- highly recommend! The happy hour food menu is a tad bit limited, especially for vegetarians. I ordered the spinach dip, which was delicious (very similar to Hillstone's spinach dip). I'd love to see them add one or two other small options for food! read more

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The Charlotte has 2 floors with a heated patio. Known for big teddy bears. I like the crab fingers and beef on a stick; if you like spicy then you'll love them! read more

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I've already reviewed The Charlotte, and my five stars still stand. This time, I tried the catfish and spaghetti. The spaghetti has a slight spice to it that really takes the flavor up a notch. The combination of the two works surprisingly well. My only recommendation would be to fry the catfish a little harder. It was a bit soft, and since you are pairing it with spaghetti, it could really benefit from that extra crunch for better texture contrast. That said, the fish itself was well seasoned and still very good. The staff here continues to be amazing, and the restaurant is just as beautiful as ever. I also love the complimentary gummy bears at the end. It is such a cute and thoughtful touch. Overall, still a great experience and I would absolutely return. read more

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Foodie Alert! I've dined here a few times, for Lunch, brunch and dinner. Overall, it's been a pretty good experience. I think I enjoy dinner more than brunch--there are more food options that taste better. It's a small, intimate venue, with teddy bears everywhere, and the service is pretty good as well. I will say that last time, I dined for brunch, and a lot of things were off the menu/ sold out, which was a little bummer, but we made it work. For apps, I really enjoyed the spinach artichoke dip, calamari, and crab fried rice. 10/10 For drinks, I love the Pornstar and Frosé! 10/10 To be honest, I was not impressed by the Smashburger. It was a little underwhelming. It lacked seasoning, and the hamburger bun seemed tough. If that makes sense, it wasn't light and fluffy. Nevertheless, I would dine there again, but probably only for dinner. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for the first time for dinner. Definitely a date night type of spot--very dimly lit making it very intimate. More occasion/cocktail & suits/button-ups than casual wear type of vibe. We sat upstairs at the bar. Charbroiled oysters had good flavor, but the oysters themselves were somewhat small. The Charred Elote On The Cob came out hot and well seasoned. Crispy duck was fall-off-the-bone tender and the harissa sauce paired with it perfectly! Whipped potatoes were easily one of the best parts of the meal--super buttery and melt-in-your-mouth. If substitutions are an option, I'd skip the potato pave next time and opt. for that instead. Service was on par and the teddy bear theme throughout the restaurant was so cute. They give you gummy bears at the end of the meal and have giant teddy bears around the restaurant for photo ops. Fun place to cross off the restaurant list for date night. read more

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Service was not what I would expect at this price point. We ordered a bottle of wine, and it was simply set on the table with an ice bucket--they didn't even place it in the bucket, pour it, or provide any level of wine service. We also specifically asked for the meal to be coursed, but after the appetizers arrived, all remaining dishes came out at once. To make matters worse, the table next to us was loudly FaceTiming the entire time, and no one from the restaurant addressed it. For a $300+ dinner for two, the overall experience fell far short of expectations. The arancini and calamari were very good, but the burgers were dry, and the Caesar salad and truffle fries were just okay. Overall, the food and service didn't justify the cost. At this price point, there are many better dining options in Dallas. read more

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I had an incredible dining experience at The Charlotte yesterday while celebrating Mother's Day! From the starters to the main course, every dish was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. We kicked things off with the crab claws and the crab fried rice. The claws were served with lemon garlic and Cajun mixed butters that were absolutely phenomenal--the crab was fresh, and those seasoned butters added a rich, savory depth that made the starters a real highlight. For the main course, we decided on the catfish and spaghetti. We requested a custom version by pairing the catfish with the spicy spaghetti from the vegan and gluten-free section of the menu. It was a fantastic combination; the heat from the spaghetti complemented the crispy catfish perfectly. To top it all off, I enjoyed a refreshing peach Bellini, which was the perfect treat for the holiday. If you're looking for a spot in Dallas that offers high-quality seafood along with thoughtful vegan and gluten-free options, The Charlotte is a must-visit. It was the perfect place to celebrate! read more

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Excellent vibes and food! 10/10 I went here with my friend after a long week of work and we were treated so well, didn't wait for long and the food and drinks came out in great timing even with the restaurant being full of people. This truly is the place to be on a Friday night! read more

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We had a reservation but still weren't seated until about 15 minutes after our scheduled time. Once we finally sat down, it took another 10 minutes just to get water and that only happened because I asked someone walking by. The ambiance was really nice and the music set a good vibe, so that definitely helped the experience. For appetizers, we ordered the Caesar salad and oysters. The oysters were good but not hot, and the Caesar salad was honestly not that great. For dinner, we had the lamb chops, which were pretty good but a bit on the spicy side. The asparagus wasn't very enjoyable, but the truffle fries were the standout of the entire meal easily the best thing we had. My friend ordered the pasta with salmon and didn't enjoy it at all. Overall, food was hit or miss. I'd come back for appetizers, but not sure I'd return for a full dinner. read more

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Food 4/5 Service 3/5 Ambiance 5/5 I was hoping to love everything about The Charlotte, but it was just ok. The vibe and ambiance are lovely. Great for a girl's night out like I had with a couple friends who were visiting Dallas for the weekend. We shared some apps and had some drinks to start. All of that was great. Our entrees were the fried rice and shrimp and grits. Both were just ok, but the presentation was nice. Our biggest gripe was that an 18% "service fee" was added to the check for our party of 3. Our server denied that this was part of his tip and described it as some kind of "kitchen service fee". So, we would tip him separately, in addition to the kitchen fee?! I love to tip nicely, but I'm never a fan of weird hidden fees! read more

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The Charlotte American Bistro is an interesting restaurant focusing on southern food. The bartender came off a little edgy at first but warmed up to make the experience pleasant. The restaurant has an upscale feel and unique design. I had the short rib and it was flavorful. The only negative was food temperature as my dish was luke warm. The old fashion went down easily. read more

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So I've officially visited The Charlotte after attending Orchestra Noir at the Majestic downtown on Saturday. A girlfriend that attended the concert with me recommended we swing by forsoemthing light to eat. Parking was great and hassle free "Valet!" IYKYK., As you get older you stop circling the block and appreciate the experience. Fidelity the restaurant is very cute and the time is set at grown and sexy. We were greeted by James and hen I say this youngannwas everywhere ..." host, server, wishing us a great night and Happy Easter and even giving a pen on the way out! ( That man needs a raise; job security at its finest honey!) Okay back to the story. So we told him we didn't have a reservation but we would sit at the bar if open seating was available. He notified us of 2 bars first floor and second floor and recc the second floor. When we were seated we were greeted by Bri our server and when I tell you Sis skin and makeup were flawless (she did that) , but my friend and I both went for the Caesar Salads ( I added grilled shrimp and salmon), I had an amazing cocktail and my friend tried the Chicken Nuggets and Caviar. Then after eating and catching up we were introduced to Michael bartender, patron of all things awesome, and a part-time comedian. He was great! In the house of closing they all still remained happy, shared a couple of laughs and did amazing. I will be back for happy hour and brunch. Thank you all for an amazing experience Your favorite Dental Hygienist will be back with dental goodies soon enough for those that made my first visit beyond what I expected. read more

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Had a wonderful experience and the food was great! Serena was an amazing waitress and I recommend her to everyone! read more

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I remember a time when The Charlotte was Cuba Libre, an amazing Latin fusion spot off Henderson in uptown where I had my (insert young age) birthday party upstairs. (Still a 2 story dining experience) It has probably been a couple other establishments since but has morphed into a teddy bear themed brunch spot with cocktails and American fare. When I say teddy bear themed, I mean teddy bears are pretty much all over the place. Some big and some not so big. A little eerie yet cute? The front window is stained like church glass. Not sure what that's about but overall nice decor & always a fan of complimentary valet parking. Our server was cool and knowledge of the menu with suggestions, but she would take our drinks & almost plates before some of us were done! Without asking first. I know when I pay for alcohol I'd like to finish it up. Also I specifically ordered the Peach Bellini and never said frozen but she brought a frozen one. It was good, just not what I ordered because while it's $2 more, there's a difference in cost so I think she knows what she's doing. There are 3 zero proof mocktails available, which is always nice, including a drink called the Porn Star Martini. One of my friends had the mock version and a couple others had the real one. They seemed to like it. They make the drinks aesthetically pleasing. For my main entree I had the Cajun Truffle Malfadine with grilled chicken which was tasty. Anything truffle & pasta count me in! (You can get it fried or grilled or other protein) Others enjoyed the avocado toast, pancakes and salad. I'd love to test their elotes or sandwiches on another visit. I would imagine the spinach artichoke dip is probably good as well but $20 seems a bit steep. We brought in our own nothing Bundt cake to celebrate my friend's birthday that day, which didn't seem to be a problem or incur any fee. They were accommodating and it was also only 6 of us. All in all the place is decent, and I guess given the location, price points were up there but for the portions of food & drink might be slightly overpriced. Not huge portions at all. There's a bar upstairs and our table felt a little on the cozy side, but maybe because there were 6 of us and the table could've been meant for 5. We were still comfortable enough. It wasn't a bad brunch but any means but let's see if the oversized teddies make it beyond 2026, and if something else takes its place. This is probably a 3.5 star rating. RIP Cuba Libre. Memories of your delicious menu and colorful lively vibe live on. read more

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