It was entirely too hot on a daily visit here, we are coming from california. We've never been to…read moreanything like this. I enjoyed the space and I would love to have come back in the evening time. There are lots of shops in the area. You can even stop in swing and find the various intriguing items on grounds. Only bought cookies in this location I didn't really buy anything. See photos

I was visiting Charlotte for a concert with my best friend and I found this place on the bus ride…read moreto my Airbnb. We decided to come back for lunch and tried La Caseta. My best friend ended up getting us the sampler platter from La Caseta and we really enjoyed it! It was such a huge space but was a bit difficult to figure out where what was so we just ended up walking around on one side. We ended up going to Good Postage and I really loved the store! They had a little doggy walking around which was super cute and I ended up buying a sticker for my memories. I would definitely come back here if I was visiting Charlotte again!

This place made me LOVE Philly cheesesteaks. I never liked them (even when I was actually in…read morePhilly) until I came here. Now I'm obsessed. Absolutely incredible. The owner was also incredibly sweet and took the time to talk with us about how the team went to Philly and did so much research before opening this place. You can truly taste the care and effort that went into it! The prices are more than worth it in my opinion , and every time we're in Charlotte, this is a must stop for us. Mouthwatering, packed with flavor, and absolutely worth any wait. I honestly wish they'd open one in Raleigh because we'd be there every single week. This place is officially a staple for us, and I cannot rave about these cheesesteaks enough. Thank you for serving the community and honestly don't listen to any review that isn't 5 stars.

Update: Mgmnt has reached out to offer a full refund. I was very impressed at how quickly and…read moregraciously they not only messaged me to apologize, but also that they offered to refund based on the situation. While it was not a great first impression, I will be willing to give this place a second chance based on the follow-up alone! In times where customer courtesy and being a customer-conscientious business seems to have fallen to the wayside of pure profit and capitalism, I have to give full kudos as to how quickly and kindly this situation was handled. Well done and thank you for making me feel seen, heard, and valued!!! Just goes to show, voicing your experiences on these kinds of platforms can result in action :)

I came here with high expectations after seeing their Instagram posts and the lines wrapped around…read morethe tent on Saturdays. I arrived at 6:30 PM on a Wednesday after seeing their Instagram post saying they would close at 7 pm or when they sold out. I ordered a classic: funnel cake with powdered sugar and fresh strawberries without whipped cream and syrup. I was told it would be about a 30-minute wait which was a spot-on estimate. I was super excited about the funnel cake, and I unwrapped the box and took a picture. The funnel cake was shockingly small, and there wasn't a lot of powdered sugar and just a few strawberries. I expected a more significant portion for the $10 price. Additionally, the flavor of the batter was delicious, but the funnel cake itself was pretty greasy, though otherwise cooked well. The greasiness made it soggy and not a super tasty experience. I'd say that it was overall a 3 to a 3-1/2-star product. The extra star I'm giving is for the excellent service. They are probably a new business working out the kinks and need more feedback and guidance to step it up to a headling product. I also think their menu was a bit extensive and varied, which may make it challenging to prepare orders promptly. With some refinement, this could be a great spot. It doesn't do much in the ambiance as it is an outdoor tent adjacent to a barbershop in the Roses parking lot on the Plaza, but I don't think that's what people come here for. I would give them some space to grow and give them another shot.

Probably one of the most creative concepts in terms of menu in the city. The Owner tries a bunch of…read moredifferent things and sees what sticks. He is not afraid to step outside the box. The last time I chatted with him he was trying out hibachi plates. With that said they should probably change their name because this place is so much more than just funnel cakes. The hot dogs and cheeseburgers are some of the best in the city. Yes, they do have funnel cakes, fried oreos, lemonades... your regular carnival foods but just with a twist. The Owners are also very nice and appreciative of their customers. They even give out t-shirts to their first customers of the day sometimes. They are located in a tent currently on The Plaza in front of Heads Up Barber Shop four days a week and at Mountain Island Fitness three times a week. Check their social media for their location for that specific day.

I'm not super impressed with this place after trying other halal spots in the city. I ordered the…read morecombo plate with chicken and lamb which I was excited to try. The portion was huge, but the taste isn't all quite there. I'm sure someone else would enjoy it, but for me it's a no.

Absolutely incredible!! The loaded fries item I got isn't on the Yellow menu here, but it is on the…read morefood truck itself. These were so delicious and filling it fed both my wife and I for lunch. I will 100% be going back to get these and try more of the menu. Worth the trip to uptown!

I went here for a quick lunch on a Saturday, and honestly it wasn't anything insanely outstanding,…read morebut it was just what I was looking for. It's quick, convenient, and very inexpensive! I got the Korean corn dog (panko, half cheese and half sausage, sugared) and it was piping hot and fresh. I got the japchae as a side and the taste wasn't bad, but it was not really japchae, just glass noodles with some scallion... Overall though, it was a solid convenient spot to grab some quick street food for cheap! The server was kind and quick, and there was plenty of seating within the food court as well, so the vibes were casual and good. Not a bad place!

Clean and inviting dining area at Monarch Market. Staff were friendly and helpful…read more For a place named after the capital of South Korea, I was expecting better flavors. I went with the most Korean dish they had. I ordered the KatsuBap, which is actually Japanese as mentioned in their business page. I almost enjoyed the katsu (pork) but didnt have enough rice and sauce. I felt like it only had a spoon of scambled eggs. Too much greens in the bowl. If you're eating here, don't expect to eat authentic Korean food. They had korean corndogs and a bulgogi bowl that I might try next time.

Got a shaved ice for my son who immediately spilled it on the sidewalk and the nice gentleman came…read morefrom the truck and gave him a brand new one!!! It was so sweet and definitely made him a happy camper again!!! Very impressed!!

From the owner: Mobile concession trailer available for festivals, and private catering of Corporate Events, Grand…read moreOpenings, Employee Appreciation Days, Arts/Crafts Festivals, Church Fairs, School Functions, Fundraisers, Charity Events, Summer Camps. Local to areas of North Carolina and South Carolina. Menu items include funnel cakes, shaved ice, and mini cake donuts.

Thanks Chef Mike for making a very tasty sushi roll!!! This…read moreplace never disappoints. Volcano Shrimp is da bomb!

Honestly, this was my first time in Optimist Hall and wow am I impressed! I was in the mood for…read morepoke, and the one by my house was closing in a few minutes, and found this place on Yelp just 15min away from me - figured Id give it a shot, and glad I did! They have a set menu option OR a build your own, and opted for a build your own! Staff was diligent in taking my ingredients AND preparation was FAST! All sushi burriots come with mixed greens automatically, and I ordered a sushi rice base, with salmon for my protein, with ponzu sauce (underwhelming, unsure if they remembered it), and embellished with: cucumber, edamame beans, grilled pineapple (+$.50 - not enough to be worth an up charge), and avocado (+$.75 - not enough to be worth an up charge). For the "finish it up" I opted for sesame seeds and tempura chips which I feel like should be relabeled as tenpura crisps.. but still a good added crunch! My burrito, after tax and tip, was like $21. Next time I wont be adding pineapple and avocado as I feel the cost to add did not reflect the quantity added to my burrito, but content with the decent amount of salmon pieces! Overall pretty comparable to other places, and will find myself coming back! Classic "food hall" set up, and is located in the corner by The Bar with ample seating inside and outside! Free first 90min parking always a plus!!

What started as a great food experience with the Chicken Katsu Sandwich bringing me great joy was…read moreunfortunately soon derailed. Their "esteemed" Korean corn dog was crap. A sausage that was smaller than my big toe and a cheese that was somehow cold killed any and all appetite I had. Such a shame. Will never ever eat here again until this Korean Corn Dog situation is rectified.

Mozzarella Korean Corn Dog (4/5): I liked the crispy outside with the sugar dusting, but the inside…read morewas a little disappointing. Way too much cheese which prevented it from melting all the way through. Also, very little cheese pull. Still pretty good, but I've had much better. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

I've been going to this Christmas market since its first year. It used to be a lot better, but it's…read moregone down hill. It used to be at Romare Bearden Park and I think that's the when it was at its best. After that, it moved to a random parking lot and then most recently to BB&T Ballpark. The number of vendors has gone down significantly. They added a lights display last year which was kind of cool. They also started charging an entrance fee. I might go back if it goes back to being free, but I definitely don't think it's worth paying to get into.

I was very excited to visit the Christmas Village while visiting Charlotte during the holidays. I…read morethought it'd be a perfect thing to do! i was very disappointed and underwhelmed. The market was crowded in a small parking lot with very small stands for vendors. It was very crowded so it was hard to go in and check all the stands. Some were empty, they weren't too many to begin with. I even witnessed somebody breaking an ornament inside a stand, a first for me! Holiday craziness, I guess? More like lack of space. The decorations were minimal and subdued, Santa was crawling along to take his place in his house, guess he was on a break? Prices were high for the merchandise on sale. I got a cheese strudel, a parmesan pretzel and 2 hot apple ciders (small sizes) for $23? Seriously? They ran out of cherry and apple strudels and I settled for cheese, left with no choices. It was the worst I ever had, I couldn't taste the marzipan, the cheese was barely any, no raisins or anything, pretty bland. The market is free and for what they have to offer, they better not charge admission. Worst Christmas market I ever visited! And the smallest!

I recently had Gunny Smitty cater a party at my house. The planning and confirmation process…read morecouldn't have been easier. He showed up right on time and was ready to serve when the party started. My guests couldn't have been happier with the service and selection. Everyone was able to build their own hot dogs and Charley made excellent suggestions when folks were overwhelmed by topping options. The favorite toppings in the group (not surprisingly) were the Pepsi Onions and the Bacon Jam. The sauces were popular as well especially the sweet heat and the blueberry jalapeno. I can't recommend them more highly. The made catering a party of 50ish people so so easy on me, the host. Very reasonably priced as well. Go see the Gunny when he's set-up around town but also be sure to invite him to your party, wedding, reception, etc. You and your guests won't be disappointed.

Finally got up with Gunny at 200 E. 1st Street, and grabbed a Chili Dog and a Smoked Sausage with…read moremustard and kraut. Charley Smith makes his own chili, and it makes the hot dog here special. My dog had an all beef wiener, freshly chopped onions, and the home made chili - so very, very nice. The Smoked Sausage has a great flavor, and is truly massive - twice the size of the hot dog, and with kraut and spicy mustard it is excellent. Charley is a most pleasant man, and makes coming here a pleasure indeed.