This was ABSOLUTELY delicious food, but I do have to say that the prices are pretty steep. What can…read moreyou expect though in the economy of THIS day.

Kyla needs a raise ! My husband & I was not to sure but Kyla reassured with some samples . The food…read morewas amazing ! The customer service was amazing . Thank You to Kyla and the rest of the staff that made my visit here a 10/10

Dish is a true Charlotte staple for comfort food, laid-back vibes, and what I have officially…read moredeemed the best dirty martini in town--the Christina Aguilera. They recently removed this drink from the martini menu, but if the bartenders know you're aware of its legacy, you can still get it, muddled olives and all! Walking in feels like stepping into your grandma's house, but with a cool, hipster spin. The staff is absolutely amazing; going in genuinely feels like visiting a friend. I have so many menu favorites, including the meatloaf, blackened chicken, and fried green tomatoes (that horseradish sauce is incredible!). Even down to a simple chicken salad sandwich and tots, everything here just hits the spot. So may great sides from fried okra to Mac n cheese, and don't forget about the biscuit and deviled egg with most dishes! Pro Tip: Be sure to check out the specials board when you walk in, alongside all of their incredible bar specials. They also host open mic comedy, drag bingo, karaoke, and other fun events, so definitely keep an eye on their socials!

Nice vibe and perfect if you're looking for something that tastes like a filling home cooked…read morecomfort meal. The fish in particular is excellent. Light, flaky, and tender. We'll be back.

We got on the walk-in list 30 minutes before arriving, but when we got there, the host told us it…read morewould still be about an hour wait. There were several "reserved" tables that remained empty until after we had finished eating, so I think the restaurant could benefit from a better reservation system with more accurate buffer times to accommodate walk-in guests. To avoid the wait, we decided to sit at the bar, and I'm glad we did because the food was amazing. The fried chicken and waffles were perfectly seasoned, and the waffle had a unique texture and flavor that reminded me of a combination of a traditional waffle and a soft pretzel. The cheesy potato cake was absolutely delicious. The fruit bowl was also good, but I wish they had been a little more generous with the blueberry pudding. The shrimp and grits came with large tomatoes, which may not be for everyone, and my friend felt the dish was lacking grits overall. She didn't feel like she got her money's worth. Would I go back? Absolutely. My meal was delicious, and I can't wait to return and try more of their homemade, fresh dishes. I also think it's great that they partner with local farmers to help curate their menu.

Elevated southern cuisine at its finest! I felt like at was back at memorial weekend family reunion…read moredays but with a twist. Everything we ate was delicious . The only reason I knocked a star was the service. The server we had was on top of it but it did take a bit to get seated (there were many empty tables) and it felt a little dry.

We've been to Culinary Dropout three times now, and this visit was a completely different…read moreexperience from our first two. The first two visits were outstanding. The first time was in November 2025 and 2nd time March 2026 where the bartenders were professional, welcoming, knowledgeable, and made some of the best Bloody Marys we've had in Charlotte. The food was excellent, and we left both times excited to come back. Unfortunately, this Sunday's visit (around 2 p.m.) felt like a different restaurant. It was much busier, and service was noticeably lacking. We waited quite a while just to be acknowledged, our drinks weren't nearly the quality they had been before, and the Bloody Mary tasted like it came straight from a mix instead of being handcrafted like our previous visits. The food was also disappointing. It was much saltier than we remembered, and we never received the Caesar salad with steak we ordered. To the staff's credit, it wasn't on our bill, so we didn't mention it. Overall, no one was rude, but the attention to detail, professionalism, and overall experience that earned our previous five-star reviews just wasn't there this time. We're hoping this was simply an off day because we genuinely loved this place and would like to see it return to the high standard that made us regular customers.

We were close to uptown and looking for an early evening dinner spot. Knowing that CD is going to…read morebe opening a location at the Bowl in Ballantyne (which is closer to us) we thought we'd give it a shot. Walked in and immediately loved the vibe. Big, open and airy. Lots of seating and a few party rooms too. Loved the outdoor seating too. If it had been a little cooler that would have been perfect. They have cornhole and ping pong and just a fun atmosphere out there. Our server was warm and attentive. We did not have to wait for refills and she was quick to answer any questions we had. We started with a few apps - the chips and onion dip and the pigs in a blanket. The chips were well salted and the onion dip was DELISH!!! The pigs were wrapped in homemade party dough and came with a honey mustard crème fraiche. They were so good!! For entrees we tried the fried chicken, prime rib dip, and the meatloaf. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The mashed potatoes were so good too. The only misstep on this dish was the biscuit. Way too dense and not very flavorful. The prime rib dip was tender and came on the most crispy bread. What a great combo! The only thing that wasn't great were the fries, just nothing too special. The meatloaf dish was flavorful and came with those yummy mashed potatoes so great pairing. We didn't have room for dresser on site but we did take the monkey bread to go and enjoyed it later. Good portion size and full of apple and caramel flavor. Did not regret taking that home!! Really looking forward to this spot opening closer to home. Highly recommended

I had the fried chicken , mac and cheese rice and gravy with a slice of corn bread and Peach tea…read more When I tell you everything was good. The chicken was fried fresh to order, and they let you know its a 15 mn wait for freshly fried chicken. The cornbread was thick and sweet like me lol. The mac and cheese was sooo good. The only thing was the gravy was a lil salty and if came from the smothered pork chop. The peach tea was so good i went back in and got a 1/2 of gallon. I will be back. The young man at the counter was very pleasant and sweet. I will be back!!! This was the Central ave location.

Great CS and value for your $. Grape koolaid was not like syrup and well balanced; somewhat…read morenostalgic, lol. Food tastes good and we will def return!

The type of meal you need to unbutton your pants for…read more The catfish was crispy, green beans had some bite to em' and the mashed potatoes were hands down the best I've ever had. Now I'll admit -- I'm a tough judge of cornbread. A lot of people will serve it to you as dry as the desert. Crumbly. Without any love. At the southern pecan, I could've had a whole sheet of their cornbread -- it was pleasantly delicious. Also of note: Our server was prompt and kind. The vibe inside was really cool too. Overall, I'd come back!

Cuisine: 8 Service: 7…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 7 Found this restaurant through Yelp and thankfully it did not fail me. Decor and service were both good, but the food was the best part of the meal. The Blackened Redfish had a marvelous creamy crawfish sauce that takes it over the top, making it my favorite dish of the night. The Louisiana BBQ Shrimp and Quail Special were both excellent too. On the good, but not great level were the Pecan Fried Catfish, Seafood Gumbo and the complimentary Cornbread. Brussel Sprouts Caesar was the only item that was average. I would certainly come back again next time I want some southern/Cajun food in the Charlotte area.

The service started off and ended up Phenomenal. All smiles…read more- It smelled amazing. It was definitely an experience. Thank you Lawrence

MAIKIA provided excellent service. She was very personable, and the food was amazing. The music was…read moregreat

First time trying this place out. The restaurant was pretty small but we were seated immediately…read more It did end up filling up pretty quick though. It was a little loud but nothing too crazy that you're not able to enjoy our meal. The service was good and our waitress was nice and helpful. The food came out quick. After ordering, we were given cornbread. We ordered the soul rolls, which were so great! Great flavor and so delicious. Fried catfish dinner with macaroni and cheese, collards, and red beans. This was enough food to share between two people.

Hesitant to leave a review as I only tried their vegetarian offerings, but wanted to highlight the…read moregood and bad for any fellow veggies! They give cornbread loaves to start which is warm and moist, and hard to beat when smothered with butter. The okra is amazing. Very different from the traditional fried okra you expect to see, as this one is stewed and served with savory tomato's and spices. Delicious and none of that weird mucus texture okra can have. The red beans and collard greens were well seasoned, but nothing super special The Mac and cheese was flavorful, though overcooked and the mashed potatoes were flavorless and grainy. All in all some big wins and some misses. I'll be back again to try more.