The food was delicious! The butter Cajun sauce is incredible! Must go! I will return!!read more

Have some serious craving. My friend and I stopped in around 8ish on a Sunday.. We ordered a…read more dozen of garlic butter roasted oysters 3/5: overwhelmingly full of garlic. I mean there won't be any vampires coming near me for a week. A bag of 1 lbs of snow crabs, 1lbs of no heads shrimps, potatoes, and corns 5/5. Nicely seasoned. Good quality and soo good. 1 lb of King Crab: 1/5 this is the worst seafood I have ever tried. It's dry, chalky, you can taste the freezer burn. It's just awful.. And for the amount of money we paid. Which is about $80 a lb. We have to be a Karen.. Our waitress were great and tried to fix the problem the best that she can. But we were there for the King Crab. We switched out for an additional lb of snow crabs legs instead. With the amount of seafood restaurants around. I'm not very sure I will try this place again. The owner did come out and apologized. She mentioned that it was just the shipment and they can't change that. I believe they can.. But I'm not the owner of the restaurant.

Delicious food and great atmosphere! Beautiful views of the city skyline as well!…read more Service was great as well!

Fish N' Chips (3/5): Pretty lackluster. The fish wasn't seasoned and the batter to fish ratio was…read moretoo high. There were also quite a few soggy spots. The fries were also soggy and cut up into bits that were too small. 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 had the unique and amazing opportunity to be able to visit Cajun Queen in Charlotte and I was…read morecompletely blown away! Even after going to New Orleans- I have to say this is the best Cajun Food I have ever had! We were able to get the bbq shrimp and rice, the Cajun pasta, garlic mashed potatoes, seafood gumbo and the pecan pie. Starting with the bbq shrimp- the sauce was so aromatic, spicy and savory and delicious. It was such a well tasting dish! The Cajun pasta had the best sauce I have ever had in a pasta (and I just recently come back from Italy) along with the perfect blacked chicken. Seafood gumbo blew me away with the flavor and spice, everything in it was so well blended together. The mashed potatoes were a perfect addition and balanced out the meal. The pecan pie was to die for, freshly made and perfect in every bite The ambience was even better, we got to see a live jazz band play and they did a stellar job in creating the vibe and adding to the already warm and homey aesthetic. Don't miss your chance to come here if you're in charlo

My date and I thought this would be a good seafood spot to try, but honestly, it didn't live up to…read morethe hype. The biggest issue for us was the lack of seasoning. For my entrée, I ordered the blackened catfish with mashed potatoes and andouille sausage. The fish was pretty bland--I could taste the Cajun spice, but there wasn't much depth of flavor beyond that. The mashed potatoes, surprisingly, were the highlight--well-seasoned and delicious. The sausage was just okay, nothing special. For an appetizer, we got the Cajun popcorn (crawfish), and that was actually really good--well-seasoned and something we definitely enjoyed. I also had the New Orleans Iced Tea, but it had too much ice and ended up tasting watered down. My date didn't care much for their meal either and the lack of seasoning was bland too (even though I forgot exactly what they ordered), which says a lot about the overall experience. One thing to note: parking is rough, but they do offer valet. The valet attendant working Saturday night was very kind and did a great job handling everything on his own. There are definitely better seafood spots out there. This one just didn't hit the mark for us.

had an amazing experience at Sea Level Restaurant! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was…read morewelcoming and had the perfect coastal vibe. The views were beautiful, especially during sunset--it really set the tone for a relaxing meal. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell they take pride in their seafood--it tasted incredibly fresh and perfectly seasoned. The drinks were also a highlight, with great options and well-balanced flavors. What really stood out was the service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend for anyone looking for good food, great views, and a laid-back but elevated atmosphere!

Let's start with the clam chowder--and yeah, I'm not throwing this around lightly--this might be…read morethe best I've had outside of Boston. Loaded. And I mean loaded with clams. Not that "where are they hiding?" situation... every spoonful actually delivered. Creamy, balanced, not overly heavy--just straight comfort with a coastal accent. Then I went for the fish Caesar salad, and I'll be honest... I wasn't sure what lane we were in here. But it worked. Light, fresh, and a solid pivot if you're trying to keep things a little less indulgent after demolishing chowder like I did. The space itself fits that uptown energy--polished but still relaxed enough where you don't feel like you need to whisper while you eat.

10/10 ! I am a seafood lover, and this exceeded my expectation. I recently went here for my…read morebirthday dinner with my family and everyone loved it. Most of us got this platter which is the captain's platter. It came with devil crab, Jumbo, shrimp, baby shrimp, scallops, oysters, a piece of flounder and one side of your choice in which I got a baked sweet potato. It was so much food. I literally was able to eat off the plate three times. You can literally share the plate with someone! It's not overpriced and everything was cooked fresh. I'm not even a fan of coleslaw and it was actually pretty good. 10 out of 10. I highly recommend. We did have a wait, they were busy but it was all worth it. The staff were nice and friendly!! They even took my cake to the back until we were ready for it so we could have more room on the table! I already can't wait to go back!

Never had a bad meal here. There is such a variety of options that it's hard to go wrong. My…read moredaughter treated me to a birthday dinner here, along with her boyfriend, and after a brief wait in line for the doors to open, we were promptly seated. I went with one of the fried platters, featuring catfish, scallops, and clam strips. It was way too much for me to finish and I ended up taking most of it home. It was all delicious, but I'll bet I can make at least two more meals out of it. Oh, and the hushpuppies are to die for. The best hushpuppies I've gotten anywhere - and the honey "butter" completes the experience. It's a popular place. Always crowded. But it's definitely one of the better places to eat in the greater Charlotte area.

Ordered takeout and it was hot and very good upon arrival. Have eaten at this place several times…read moreand tge service and food is always good.

So this was my first time at Harbor Inn Seafood. My church member kept speaking so highly of the…read morerestuarant. He likes it so much that he usually goes every week. My first experience, I had an appetizer and my party several different entrees. The food was well cooked and seasoned. The service was awesome. The waitress was very friendly especially since the party was twenty-one people. The ambiance was a basic Seafood establishment. I have nothing bad to say about Harbor Inn. I definitely will be back.

I came with some friends for dinner...we didn't have a reservation but we were able to be seated!…read more We were all starving and really looking forward to the meal here and they didn't disappoint. We had tuna tartare and the crab cake for appetizers...both delightful and flavorful....and I ordered the salmon for dinner. We ordered the crab fried rice and the asparagus to share....we all left totally satisfied. We did share the creme brulee for dessert...we were so happy. The staff was great and the ambiance was warm and inviting. Definitely will come back the next time we are in town.

It's Eddie V's for crying out loud…read more Phenomenal opportunity that we just said, "what the **ck" and we just walked in like we were ballers. Our hotel desk told us to use Eddie V's for the Uber app to get a ride. "Eddie V's is right where you wanna be", he said. So our driver drops us off in front of Eddie V's. We have never been in an Eddie V's so we said, "let's at least go get a drink, and maybe an appetizer". We ate some tacos at the bar, had two drinks each and were outta there for about $135. But we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves for an hour or so. We had a tour to catch soon so were well set on our way. Do stop in and get some Eddie V's. Good stuff . . . even at the bar. CritDicks

Food was great! I got the Catfish And Shrimp Combo with Cajun fries!! Everything was Hot and…read moreFresh!! The house sauce has a lil kick and very flavorful! Nicole was a great Waitress and let me know all the specials that was available!! I do recommend this place for those who loves fresh food, not long for service and great atmosphere!

This place is the one. You need no other seafood boil place than this - they are elite. We ordered…read morecracker style seasoned, which is butter, lemon pepper, and Cajun and then medium hot. It was PERFECT and I could've drank the sauce. They put big chunks of fresh garlic in it. I highly recommend peeling your shrimp first and then letting them soak up the juice - game changer. This is my new spot and I can't wait to come back! It's clean, they have great service, and convenient to home.

Went a few nights ago on a Tuesday. We were seated as soon as everyone in my party arrived. All the…read moreservers were great especially Penny. The food was excellent. An all around great evening. My friends and I cannot wait to go back

Attention to details make a difference, and this was one of the best restaurant meals I've had in…read moreawhile. My business partner agreed. We came in on a weeknight at dinner time with no reservation, so we had to sit at the bar (which was just fine). The space is very upscale but comfortable. Service was impeccable. The bartender (Kevin?) was engaging and attentive, as were others working behind the bar. They make you kind of feel like regulars, and that vibe led to good conversations with other patrons. The drink menu is impressive, with the usual classics but also many variants on them; all of which sounded really good. My business partner had the Ube Sour. The flavors, including Sweet Potato powder, where unique and really good. I had a Vesper that was prepared perfectly. Pricing on the wines by the glass were very good and the selection was excellent. My business partner had the Seafood Pasta with squid ink spaghetti. He loved it and the spicy tomato sauce. There was plenty of perfectly cooked seafood. I had the roasted Sea Bass with Broccolini. So good! But what really got me was an add-on side of Seafood Mashed Potatoes. I wasn't sure what to expect but it was wonderful enough to be an entree by itself. Shrimp and Langostinos in an incredible cream sauce over buttery mashed potatoes (see pic). Desserts were also excellent. My business partner had what I think was a coconut crema, which he loved. I had two scoops of house made ice cream (vanilla and pistachio) with berries; also very, very good. I mentioned attention to details at the start. An example of this watching staff behind the bar polishing glasses. Polishing, not just washing. I watched one person spend almost 5 minutes polishing a single champagne class; constantly checking it for spots before putting in on the shelf. That's attention to detail!

As a girl born in Texas, a really good chicken fried steak is practically part of my DNA. It's one…read moreof those comfort foods I don't eat often because it's so rich--but when I see it on a menu, it absolutely catches my attention. That's exactly what drew me to The Southern Pecan in SouthPark. Here in the South, they call it country fried steak, and I'm happy to report this one did not disappoint. I met a colleague there for lunch, and everything about the experience felt easy from the start. The restaurant is located in Phillips Place, a lovely little shopping area that feels a bit polished and upscale--with shops like Orvis, Tory Burch, and even a Restoration Hardware restaurant nearby. They do offer valet parking, which is a nice touch, though honestly parking is easy enough on your own. We had reservations through OpenTable and were seated on the patio, which was absolutely delightful for this time of year in Charlotte. The weather was perfect, the setting was relaxed, and the service started off warm and welcoming right away. Now, the food. The country fried steak was beautifully cooked--crispy on the outside, tender inside, and served with creamy mashed potatoes and gravy that hit all the nostalgic notes from my Texas upbringing. I paired it with a vegetable side (I believe it was broccoli or corn), and it was a classic Southern plate done right. We also enjoyed a couple of cocktails, and to finish, we split a praline bread pudding, which felt like the perfect Southern ending to the meal--sweet, comforting, and indulgent without being overwhelming. The staff was friendly and attentive, and one of the things I continue to appreciate about Charlotte is how easy it is to connect with people. We even chatted with diners at nearby tables, which added to that welcoming, community feel that makes dining out here so enjoyable--especially for someone coming from the Bay Area. Prices felt fair for the quality, the setting, and the portion sizes, and overall the experience left a great impression. Bottom line: If you're craving a solid Southern classic like country fried steak--or just want a relaxed patio lunch in a charming part of SouthPark--The Southern Pecan is definitely worth a visit. And as someone happily eating my way through Charlotte and the Southeast, this stop was another reminder that the journey has been a delicious one.

I've heard rave reviews about this place so Michelle & I went for Sunday Brunch…read more They recommended a reservation so we had one @ 12n. It was already quite busy when we arrived and it's not clear where your parking options are. People are pulling up to the entrance and dropping people off so it gets jammed up and chaotic, of course people are running late so those BIG Yukons and Suburbans are making it a challenge to navigate a small entrance area. You would THINK they would at least have a Valet option of Sat/Sun during Brunch. To park, go BEHIND the restaurant on the street to the left and you'll see some free parking options that are close and walkable. We asked for a table on the patio and were immediately seated. The bar was already buzzing with solo diners enjoying their Mimosas. The patio is NOT that big, a little over crowded and table are very close with not much space in between. There was a LARGE group of 'FUN' ladies right beside us enjoying their MIMOSAS, dropping the 'F' bomb from time to time and making a LOT of noise. What can you do? Nothing but try to make the best of it and just start talking LOUDER like everyone else. The OVERHEAD heaters were way too intense so the Staff was very responsive at our request to turn down the heat. We shared the BBQ Shrimp Starter which was SO good, I highly recommend. I had the Gumbo and Michelle had the beet and goat cheese salad. We both had the Red Fish which comes with smashed potatoes and broccoli. The potatoes were so BLAND, the broccoli had NO seasoning. The Red Fish wasn't that great of a flavor and not very tender, not easy to cut, had to use my knife at times to get a bite. Kinda disappointed, I lived in N Orleans for a couple of years and it was always so good there. The biggest disappointment was the Gumbo. It had all the right ingredients but the ROUX was to strong, dark and heavy. It actually gave me indigestion afterwards. The service was OUTSTANDING. Our Server was Daylean, she was so nice and helpful with the menu and kept our refills coming.