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 1. Dd Pecker's Wing Shack

10403 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 541-4113

Categories: Burgers, Chicken Wings, Cheesesteaks

Neighbourhood: Ballantyne

5.0 star rating
  3/12/2012

Ohhh DD Peckers - the Wednesday night trivia SPOT.  The owner, Justin, is a riot.  This place has a dive feel with KILLER wings - just make sure you get them well done! NOM.  Everything is good though - fried pickes, salads, cheese fries, you name…More »

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 2. Goodwill

10118 Johnston Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 341-0165

Category: Thrift Stores

Neighbourhood: Ballantyne

4.0 star rating
  9/28/2011

What can I say? I love me some Goodwill!  This is not the cleanest or the biggest goodwill I have ever been to, but the staff is always very friendly and the selection is above average.  I have gotten numerous new and like-new items from some of my…More »

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 3. Menchie's Frozen Yogurt

1247 East Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 348-1256

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt

Neighbourhood: Dilworth

5.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

By far one of my favorite places in Charlotte.  My boyfriend and I go here at least twice a week and I am ashamed to admit that I actually have a Menchie's reward card (I received $5 free on my last visit!).

Not only are there amazing options for ice…More »

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 4. Mattie's Diner

915 Hamilton St
Charlotte, NC 28206
(704) 376-1020

Categories: Diners, American (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Third Ward

4.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

Mattie's is a gem.  If you take a moment and read the history behind it you will love it even more.  Hard working people with good hearty food!  The last time my boyfriend and I went we overheard Mattie himself say he had worked 14 hours the night…More »

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 5. Amelie's French Bakery

2424 N Davidson St
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 376-1781

Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: NoDa

5.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

What is there to say about Amelie's that you don't already know?  It's the perfect place for a carafe of french press, a few pastries and some good ol' fashion people watching.  Not to mention it's open 24 hours!

Bring your computer or a book and…More »

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 6. Buffalo Exchange

1521 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 372-2300

Category: Used, Vintage & Consignment

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

5.0 star rating
  9/15/2011

This is another place I would love to be selfish about and keep to myself!  Cute clothes, great condition, and the ability to trade!  What's not to love?

If you're looking for a high-end consignment shop with new, old, & vintage pieces this is going…More »

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 7. Blockbuster Video

1300 East Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 342-1855

Category: Videos and Video Game Rental

Neighbourhood: Dilworth

5.0 star rating
  9/21/2011

My favorite place to rent movies!  The employees here are AWESOME and  the selection is always up-to-par.

The customer service here is really what makes me want to come back to this place.  They always have good advice/suggestions.  Plus they don't…More »

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 8. Crowders Mountain State Park

522 Park Office Ln
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 853-5375

Category: Parks

5.0 star rating
  9/21/2011

Looking for something out of the ordinary to do this weekend?  Crowder's Mountain is the place to be!

So we got lost (because I am directionally challenged) and ended up hiking the entire mountain twice (which my boyfriend was not pleased about) and…More »

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 9. Diamond Restaurant

1901 Commonwealth Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 375-8959

Category: Southern

4.0 star rating
  9/14/2011

What is there to say really?  Good food, really cheap prices, great service, fun atmosphere.

Would I wait an hour for a seat?  Probably not.  But I would definitely go
here a couple times a month.

I don't recommend it for groups over 4 people.... but…More »

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 10. Crisp

1971 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 333-9515

Categories: American (New), Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Elizabeth

5.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

This place is a win-win.  Great food, good service, amazing prices.  The music could use a little help but who cares!

I love this place.  The food is fresh and they give you generous portions.  One of the few healthy, cheap places to grab a quick…More »

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 11. Staybridge Suites Extended Stay Hotel Indianapolis-Airport

6295 Cambridge Way
Plainfield, IN 46168
(877) 834-3613
4.0 star rating
  1/10/2012 First to Review

So a group of 21 of my coworkers and myself are staying at the Staybridge for a week while training in Indy.

First and foremost the rooms do have a great suite set-up.  I strongly recommend looking up their website and checking out the suite options.…More »

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 12. Jeff's Bucket Shop

1601 Montford Dr
Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 525-0425

Categories: Restaurants, Dive Bars, Karaoke

Neighbourhood: South Park

4.0 star rating
  4/3/2012

Holy shit I love this place.  Please keep in mind that I have only ever been here after several adult beverages.  This place smells like urine, the karaoke is outdated, and its FREAKING awesome.    

It's definitely a nice change to the other…More »

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Location

Charlotte, NC

Yelping Since

July 2011

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love, traveling, lactose-free options, RAW food, photography, blogging, eating, thrift shopping, (hot) yoga, nerds, people who are genuine, vegan bacon bits, sesame seeds, pine nuts, jasmine green tea, Healthy Home Market, life hacks, people who snort when they laugh

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The Last Great Book I Read

Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell | the wet engine - brian doyle

My First Concert

i plead the fifth

My Last Meal On Earth

avocado sushi, thai red curry tofu, bubble tea, & raw creme brulee for dessert!

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I love Harry Potter & Disney movies

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Menchies!  Get in my mouth!

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My boyfriend, Jessica Chastain, Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling