AVOID THIS LOCATION!…read more My family that resides in Clt started coming to this location because of the proximity to their house, but after this past visit on June 20th, none of us will ever be back again after the absolute awful service! And, as anyone knows, you can have amazing food, but if the people and service are terrible that can ruin any dining experience! We were sat in an almost empty restaurant just after 8pm; the waiter came to take our order and was very engaging initially. We were a party of 6, so we were going to order 4 diff apps prior to the mixed grill which is what we always get. We ordered the hummus, falafel (2 orders because only 6 come per order), baba ganoush, and beef sambousa. We were told they were "out" of the baba ganoush & sambousas cuz they would have to make them and it would take like an hr...this sounded odd cuz umm, don't you make all your food to order?? This immediately put both my stepmom (who is Moroccan) and myself off and we were actually going to leave, but we were introducing my brother's GF to this ethnic food style & him + my dad convinced us to stay, so we just added salad and lentil bean soups). We ordered drinks (the GF & I were the only ones that didn't order sodas; she ordered a pot of Karak tea for her + I to share & I ordered a sparkling water). After 10mins no drinks in sight we were like "ummm?" then at just over 15mins they brought us the apps but no drinks?!? The drinks came separately a few mins later...all except the tea. For $3 on the menu I expected a bottled sparkling water, instead I got flat water from the soda fountain. I told the waiter this and he said he'd try again and if it wasn't "sparkling" then what did I want to drink instead...I said just a filtered water w/lemon. We were missing an order of falafel (were told they only had the one order and would have to wait for the 2nd, so we just canceled it; again whyTF did they not have anything on the menu at 8pm on a Sat!?) and they only brought one basket of pita for the hummus; we asked for a 2nd basket. The lentil soup (my stepmom makes better at home) + salads were mid at best. 20mins later they bring the main course, but we still had not gotten the pot of tea we ordered nor did the guy ever come back w/my "sparkling" or plain water...we'd had enough of this horrible service & I went in search of someone (the place again was empty & I could not find our waiter or anyone anywhere). Finally I see this lady who had attitude (I have a sneaking suspicion she pretended not to understand english when convenient) when I asked WTAF was up w/my water & the tea! Again, another 10mins w/neither showing up at the table...we were also still waiting for the 2nd basket of pita, but it was moot as we'd already begun to eat the main dish...my stepmom went to the lady & spoke to her in arabic and was like "where is her water and where is her tea!?" the lady said she was sorry she didn't know we didn't get them (BS btw) that's when my stepmom asked to speak to the mgr. We also wanted to order Knfa for dessert, so my stepmom told the lady we were ordering 3 now since they were taking forever to get anything to us, and if they didn't bring them when we were done eating, we would not be paying for them. THAT part seemed to get through at least! Halfway (almost an hr at this point) through the meal they finally come w/my water and the pot of Karak tea. At this point we hadn't seen the male waiter who took our order initially; he shows up & is acting huffy (the audacity tbh!) & tries telling me he never said he'd bring a 2nd sparkling or reg water & when both me and my stepmom (cuz she was sitting next to me & heard the exchange called him out) he got all defensive & said "well I guess I misunderstood" so then we are like "why an hr for the tea?" "Wellll, that's how long it takes to make!" I called BS & told him if that was the case he should have told us that expectation when we initially ordered! He then goes "Well I had to go to storage to find it cuz we were out!" K, howTF is that OUR problem!? Just tell us that so we know what to expect!? No apology was made and we were not credited for the tea nor the $3 sparkling water which I never received. Also, received the Knfa (shockingly, right after the meal) but it was served w/o the pistachios it was supposed to come with. When asked for them, we were told they were "out"...because of course they were! Absolutely HORRIBLE staff and service here; the food was good tho, but when u have an experience like that it still leaves a bad taste!

Great food, great people, great service…read more I enjoyed the chicken kebab with yellow rice and lentil soup. Great stuff.

Everything went well! So happy my companion noticed this location while looking for Halal…read morerestaurants. It was a bit of a drive, Charlotte wise, but well worth it! The location in a shopping area with uniform shop and a few restaurants, allowed for enough parking for all the businesses. The interior was decorated with a mural on the wall counter with desserts and seating throughout. We decided to dine in and were seated promptly. The menu selection was fast and our Server Savannah answered all our questions. Two of us selected the lamb shank, which was cooked for six hours with a bed of yellow basmati rice. It also came with a salad. I had initially also ordered the lentil soup as I am a lentil fan and my associate ordered samosas. My nephew is a practicing vegan and was able to get a street style falafel meal, which also came with rice and salad. My son, who suggested the initial Halal place, actually ended up getting the cheesesteak with sweet potato fries. I love the variety of items for everyone. Everything was delicious! The lamb was seasoned perfectly and easily came off the bone. We ended up all preferring the garlic sauce. Amongst all the sauces they offered, and it paired well with everything. My son really enjoyed his sandwich, and my nephew was intrigued by the falafel which was made with fava beans instead of chickpeas. It also came with the signature Albasha sauce. The inside of the falafel's had a dark green color and looked delicious. We paired our meal with the seasonal minty melon drink, which consisted of watermelon with mint leaves and was served in mason jars. It was delicious and more was ordered. The entire experience was aided by service by Zaden, who aided Savannah with our group.

The food is amazing. 100/10. The service is exceptional; everyone is kind, patient, and on it! El…read moreambiente es súper lindo, and the space is great. I MISS THE BEST HOOKAH IN THE CAROLINAS THOUGH !! Right now I think it's just food. (who took over Bashas last location could never compare). I can't recommend this place enough!! Suggestions for adventurous eaters: the lamb chops, lamb shanks, and Adana. Saffron rice cooked to perfection every time without fail, and if you're picky, you can't go wrong with the kebabs, fries, and house salad.

Haraz in South End is one of my favorite coffee shops of all time. With comfortable seating, a…read morenice-co-working table and top of the line food and coffee. The chicken ceasar wrap is so so good and I love their iced salted caramel latte.

Exemplary service. All people are welcome here. The parking is in the back alittle hard to find if…read moreyou're not familiar with the area but in terms of coffee shops this place is a definitive must visit. Food great. Service great. The coffee isnt just pretty, its fucking delicious as well. They outdid themselves here.

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.

A fast-casual option that offers fresh ingredients and friendly service. Our first time here and…read morethey were helpful to ensure we understood the process. Two of us got the create your own bowl option and the other did a create your own pita (and she wishes she would have done the bowl after seeing it). The bowls were served with a warm piece of pita. All of us opted for the chicken shawarma. I really enjoyed the sauces they off with your meals. And they have diet Dr Pepper on fountain, which was a wonderful bonus. It's counter service where you choose your options as you go down the line. After your meal, you leave your dishes at the table. It's very nicely decorated and very clean. We will be back to try some other options!

Wow this was an amazing spot for lunch. Quick service, great people that had wonderful…read morerecommendations. The menu/BYO items were a little hard to follow but the staff was helpful with what was included and what was extra. Honestly wish there was one near me (we visited when we were in the southpark area), I would have it in a regular rotation!

I missed Yafo so much! I was so excited to go when I recently visited Charlotte. You get an amazing…read moreamount of food for the price. The kids meals are such a great deal if you're looking for something light. My fave is the rotisserie chicken, Mac and cheese and the Brussels sprouts. And the bread, amazing!

I ordered a lettuce bowl with the chicken, which is too spicy for me it reminds me of national…read morepackage of taco meat flavoring. But the steak was delicious They were super sweet and switched it out for me since I couldn't eat the chicken. and I highly recommend the steak and I will stay away from the generic taste of the chicken

The people are very nice and they hydatate the Adrey Kell cross county team! Thank you!read more

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 so good Service is excellent…read more Clean restaurant I recommend it Ines was the best server ever!

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.

Green falafel is my absolute favorite, I just couldn't find it around Charlotte. When I saw there…read morewas a food truck, I started stalking them. It took a while but finally success they were Uptown one day. You can usually find them Uptown on the Mellow Mushroom side of Romare Bearden Park. Their food is amazing, everything is made fresh daily and the meat is high quality. I can't believe all this delicious food comes from a food truck. You have to try their hummus too. Once you see the photos, you will understand my love for this small business. Go find them immediately. Follow their Instagram and look on their website to find out where they will be serving their delicious sandwiches and plates or you can even book them for an event! I should just book them for my parking lot.

Their house latte with coconut milk was delicious, but the $10 price will prevent me from being a…read moreregula customer. I suggest they ditch the extra fancy black and gold to-go cups and offer more reasonable prices instead

I'm not drinking coffee these days, but that didn't stop me from checking out coffee shops. After…read moremy friend & I finished lunch, I still had plenty of time before my flight, which made this spot a good place to continue chatting & working. The decor is modern & chic with comfortable spots to settle in for work or visits with friends. There's free parking behind the building. Love: service (kind, helpful), dragon fruit refresher (sweet, refreshing as you'd guess)