String bean is a super cool spot where they butcher their own meat and sell their own wine. You can pick your own bottle and have them open it for your table to drink in store. I got the bistro burger and it was okay but the burger was super salty for some reason. The friends were really good I wish they were just a bit crispier. Overall the service was friendly and quick and the place is very cute. You can also sit outside by the fire. Would recommend read more

The String Bean is a cool butcher market/deli. You can go by fresh cuts for later or you can go as a guest to enjoy the food. I've been a few times and the staff has always been polite. The food is good as well, but you HAVE to carve out 1.5-2hrs each sitting. The food prep has been extremely slow every time and nothing on the menu is that complex. Things may have changed since the last time I went, but that's the only thing that prevents me from visiting again. read more

The food was amazing. Everything we got was good. Appetizers fried green beans and mahi mahi bites both were great. We had burgers probably one of the best burgers I've had. My wife had chicken tinders Daughter in law had shrimp noki. Service was great server was very nice and explained everything very well. The food came out in the correct order drinks appetizers the main course. With a good amount of time between. We didn't feel rush. It was a great experience. The ambiance was homie not fancy but nice. I'll go back just for the burger. read more

Service was great and food was very, very good except for my fish being a bit overcooked. The fish itself was delicious, but the crust was a bit burnt. I tried my dining companion's fried eggplant and it was amazing. I shared the fish and chips and the figalicious flatbread with my friend and we were both happy (except for the little bit of burnt taste to my fish). My friends enjoyed the veggie burger and another order of fish and chips that looked less brown than mine was. All in all, good food, great service and lots to offer! Amendment: the staff was so friendly and I saw that they had so much more to offer as I was on my way out of the restaurant that I had to upgrade my review to 5 stars! The fresh fish and seafood, the meat and cheese, and all the wines offered for sale were wonderful. The staff happily posed for a picture. Love this! read more

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Each time we've been here there's an issue. But the "mature" waitress with the short blonde hair is a meal and experience ruiner. We won't be back. read more

Food is horrible. I ordered a burger and it tasted like it had liquid smoke in the meat. I literally could not take another bite, it was so bad. The manager allowed me to exchange it for another sandwich. So, I ordered a reuben sandwich and it was dripping in grease. I ate it without saying anything because, at this point, it was hopeless. We ordered the fried string beans, and they were decent. Our waitress was more interested in talking to her other waitress friends than in serving us. Then, I go to use the restroom and there are NO WOMEN'S RESTROOMS !!! Only 2 unisex restrooms. What are we in a gas station in timbuktu that just lets anybody in willy nilly ? Ewwww that is so nasty ! This is a restaurant. I will not be returning. read more

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Cute cafe with fresh meats and sandwiches. It makes a great brunch spot on the weekends

This place is like a little bottle shop and butcher, and then there's a casual restaurant in the back. I wish we'd sat on the patio, as I believe there's live music til 9 on Fridays. But we had trouble understanding the hostess and ended up sitting inside. All good! The booths could use some new cushions but we were happy. The space has a bar area and some tables. Food menu was sandwiches and then there were some entrees. I really enjoyed my gnocchi and had lots of leftovers. My partner chose the red corvette burger and would he liked but didn't love. I will say, the zucchini fries were so yummy and I would get them again every time. This was a nice little spot in Belmont, on that main little area of town, close to the parking lot. We popped in after listening to music in the park and it was the perfect date night. Happy with the experience! read more

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We recently came to the String Bean for a late lunch. They have a very interesting menu, with a lot we wanted to try! What we had: Pimento cheese appetizer - the pimento cheese was very good, it was the thick consistency that I like and had plenty of pimentos for a great taste. Bison Quesadilla - I had this for my meal and it was very filling, and good. I will say it is full of bison, beans, corn, tomatoes, and jalapenos, but really lacked cheese compared to a traditional quesadilla, which made it fall apart pretty easily. It really needs cheese to help it bind together. I'd still get this again. Red Corvette - my husband got this with the traditional cowpig patty instead of the angry cowpig patty. He said he really liked his burger. Service was slow and a drag. It took a while for drinks to be refilled and had to ask for assistance multiple times from other servers to get our server in order to pay. With that said, I'd still come back to check out other menu items. read more

Best low key restaurant ever!!! The food from the Duck fat fries, burger, summer salad, fish and chips,etc. Nothing here is bad!!! Service is as good as the food. Great for friends or date night outside. read more

I ordered shrimp and grits and was not disappointed. The onions and peppers were a little bit overpowered but overall it was a great classic southern fair. The decor definitely needs an upgrade the booths were very badly worn and I felt like I was in a kiddy chair It was so collapsed. This is obviously converted commercial space that has been dressed up nicely. One shining great star they get it's for a great selection of NA beers. I've not found many restaurants that offer any let alone a selection. Service what's the average a lot of employees standing around, apparently waiting for the evening rush. read more

We visited The String Bean in Belmont for an early Mother's Day lunch. The atmosphere was nice, and the staff was polite, but overall the experience was a bit underwhelming. For a restaurant with a veggie-inspired name, the vegetarian options were limited, just two, which was a little disappointing. The food didn't quite meet expectations. My husband's fries were cold and soggy, even though he asked for them extra crispy. My son's quesadilla came out cold, and the cheese had already started to harden. My panini was supposed to include roasted tomatoes, but instead had large chunks of uncut tomato ends. The manager did come by to check in and was very kind. He comped my sandwich and brought out a fresh batch of fries, which my husband enjoyed much more. Unfortunately, I found out after tasting them that they were cooked in duck fat, which was fine for my meat-eating husband, but not for me. I appreciated the effort to make things right, but it just wasn't the experience we were hoping for on a special day. It may be a better fit for others, but we probably won't return. We'll be sticking to the pizza place that shares the same building. read more

Service and ambiance were good. The food was good but not for the price. Fried pickles appetizer was $11 and there were literally on 10 pickle chips. $1 a bite. My cowpig burger was good but $18. The fries were very thin and either limp or a crispy bit in the same order and way over salted. My wife's Reuben was good. $60 lunch. I know prices are up on some things but 10 bites for $11 ? read more

I'm not sure how this place doesn't have a higher rating. The food was excellent and so was the service. The shrimp and grits was a 10/10, honestly the best I have ever had. The duck fat fries are delicious. Large wine and beer selection. Welcoming environment. Highly recommend. read more

The food is always great. The duck fat fries are amazing and I've been getting them every visit for the past ten years. Their waitstaff is always fast and friendly and always recommend new items and brews. Whether you choose to eat inside or outside, the ambiance is always great. Fire pits in the fall and winter and a fresh market year round add to the great experience! read more

One of my favorite places to eat in Belmont for many years. Great food, cute restaurant in the heart of downtown.

Great food and a fun eclectic atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place Service and good food make the place

Great food and an amazing market await you at The String Bean. It is tucked in the heart of downtown Belmont in a great spot. There is not a lot of parking, but this place is a real gem and well worth the time. read more

The food is always delicious.The ambiance is always pleasant. Service is always quick and with a smile.

Nice! Loved the outdoor area. Food was delicious and they had a good variety of canned beers and wines.

Always happy to modify orders, friendly and helpful staff (many of whom have worked there for years - very knowledgeable). Great wine and beer shop! read more

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Delicious take-out lunch options. My husband was in a nearby acute rehab center nearby for several weeks and this food made me happy!

The atmosphere was great. I love that they have tables with a fire pit! It was lovely outside with beautiful greenery! I ordered the Turkey croissant sandwich. It was large and I had to cut it in two to eat it. The turkey Croissant was Fabulous!! I also purchased a premium side of Caesar salad. I wasn't a fan of the dressing so I took one bite and didn't finish it. My dinner partner Got the chicken dumpling Gnocchi and she loved it. My other dinner partner got the Belmont chicken sandwich and she loved it as well. I will tell you I was surprised the waitress was a bit short and unfriendly. Not sure if she was having a bad day or something was going on but she made a couple of snappy remarks toward us when we asked a couple of questions about stuff on the menu. The food was great the atmosphere was wonderful! I am sure the waitress was probably just having an off night. I would go again! read more

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The service today was fantastic! Chelsey brought our pup a beef bone that they have. This thing was huge and only 4 bucks. The duck fat fries will make you sing especially if your drinking a nice perni with it. Dog friendly outside, good service and good beer. Fantastic!! Gluten-free buns available to sub for sandwiches and burgers. Fries seem safe, I'll update if I die. read more

I have been to The String Bean a few times now and each time it has been amazing each time. It can get busy so if you really want to make sure you don't have to wait make a reservation. The service is excellent and the food and drink selection to take home is almost as good as their dine in menu. I have had a bunch of things off the menu and I love the burgers, sandwiches, and their delicious French Fries. Great selection of beer on tap as well. read more

I bought 2 ribeyes from them and a crab cake. $40. Got home to prepare it and it was a pile of grease and fat and each ribeye had 1-2 ounces of meat. 95% fat! We had to prepare something else for dinner. Nobody wants a plate of fat for a meal. read more

What a cool place. Outdoor seating, indoor booths and a table for large groups. It's a butcher counter with a large selection of craft beers and ciders with a restaurant. Board menu with something for all. Everyone in our group of ten had something different and everyone gave it a . Our waiter was very attentive and did a wonderful job. Everyone enjoyed a nice conversation which the noise level was relatively low for an open area. We all would go back as six of us were from other state visiting for the holiday weekend. The locals will for sure be back as it's just that cool and the food was so good. read more

My wife and I stopped here while passing through town. she had eaten here before and suggested that we try it. I always like trying new places but in this case it was a bust. From a food point of view it was really good. I got the Cowpig and was really happy with my choice. My 1 star review comes from the service. Honestly it was really bad. This is not a big place, but it was very clear that our waitress didn't enjoy or want to be at her job. We struggled to get refills, or just basic service. Because of this I would not come back. read more

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Their burgers are great, not just one, but all of them. Large variety available Lots of on tap beers, but I don't drink. Service was very good and it was a pleasant experience read more

Service was great and quick. We sat outside at their dog friendly patio. Super cute patio and indoors is a bottle shop plus additional seating. We ordered the chicken salad sandwich with sprouts and the caprese panini with a side Caesar salad. The Caesar dressing was delicious! The pesto on the caprese could've been more flavorful, it's clearly handmade but it's not chopped super finely like most pestos. Chicken salad was good and so were the sprouts. read more

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The food and service both have been on a steady decline. Last nights visit was again a total bomb. Our second try in 2024 that was a total disappointment. In May we decided to go and sit outside since it was a beautiful evening. Our waiter had trouble with his electronic device and we waited 45 mins for the appetizer to arrive. After sitting another 40 mins I asked if we could just have our order boxed to go. Surprise! The order was never fired. The owner turned to tell the hostess "just take the dinner orders off and charge for the appetizer". I was taken aback by his total lack of giving a damn that we had sat for 90 mins with just an appetizer. Last night we were seated, and before sitting down luckily we noticed broken glass on our chairs. There was no one seated outside which should have been a red flag. We did get our food and it was not worth leaving my house for. I would never serve food that looked like that to a guest at my house. The fries were obviously thrown back in the fryer for a second or possibly third time. Our waitress was missing in action so I called in to the restaurant so we could get our check and leave. When she came back to the table I told her to let the kitchen know it's obvious they are sending out food that's been reheated and they need to clean the oil. She said "oh yes, I've been hearing this all night. I'll let my manager know because lately it's been an issue" alrighty then ... there won't be a next time. read more

The String Bean - Broken glass we knocked off our chairs... - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Belmont, North Carolina

I came into town for a visit and my friends couldn't wait to take me here. We walked in and they had a wide selection of wines to choose from. They even had my favorite Rośe from a winery in New York. We got a bottle and the waitress was super attentive and offered her favorite selections when it came to appetizers and entrees. I ordered the scorers panini and added the roasted chicken. I upgraded to the eggplant fires. I loved the sauce that came with the fries and kept dipping my sandwich into the sauce. Overall the food was delicious and I can't wait to go back and try other items! read more

We visited a few times before so I know it was overdue for a review. It was a breezy spring evening so we sat outside at the front of the restaurant. There are a few tables there but even more around back at the parking lot. The back parking lot tables would likely be quieter since they would have less street noise from cars going by. I ordered the chicken dippers and it came with fries. She had the burger and fries. Then we shared the fried Oreos with a scoop of ice cream for dessert. All were excellent. We were the only ones sitting outside at the front but our server was great and didn't forget about us. This is a cute spot in Belmont and it's great that you stop in after and pick up some wine and meat for tomorrow' night dinner! read more

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This is a review on the retail part of String Bean. Every time I go in here looking for fresh cut steaks or fish it is a miss. It is always about the service. Today was no exception. Walked in, staff member sitting at table says how ya doin. Nice start honestly. Get to merchandiser start looking someone says can I help you. I reply that I want to see what they have first. In the 32 seconds it took for me to figure it out some guy walks in and just takes over the place. He had a special order of a double rack of something and after 10 minutes of back and forth between he and now the only other person behind the counter I walked out. I went straight to Saltwater fish on New Hope and was immediately acknowledged and taken care. Happy to pay the extra 7$ a pound. I like the restaurant. Food and services is always good. I will not stop in there to buy from retail side ever again. read more

The entire place was a fun and laid back vibe. Everyone working was super friendly and the food was delicious. I sat at the bar and got a sour beer, fried green tomatoes and a chicken wrap with duck fat fries. The fried green tomatoes and duck fat fries were divine. I definitely recommend! read more

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Food to service was amazing. Patio seating was cozy and comfortable. We had a great night!

Went and finally tried this place. Not again, though. Got there, and the place is small, loud, and was almost like a store instead of a restaurant. We ordered, which took right at an hour to get food. Got the food, and I ordered salmon and side salad. Although very small, the salmon was good, but the salad again was extremely small, like a side salad would be, but was charged $16, The total bill of $84 wasn't worth that. A store is trying to be a fine dining cost but a store quality. Online also states there are diet options, but nothing GF on the menu or marked. Beware when eating there. I have been sick all night. read more

We were not sure after reading the reviews but this is a really cute restaurant with a lovely outdoor patio (dog friendly). Chris our server was prompt and friendly. The food was unbelievably delicious, fresh and well prepared. I would definitely ignore some of the negative reviews. We are 'foodies' and hard to please but we'll be back for sure!!! read more

The String Bean - Chicken salad with loaded potato salad - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Belmont, North Carolina

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The String Bean Fries were amazing along with sauce provided. The Salmon Tacos were very good, very filling (3 of them) . My daughter had the Shrimp Gnocchi and enjoyed it. read more

Grace was such a great waitress, and the food was yummy. I got the Belmont Burger. Would recommend!