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Some of my favorite restaurants around Charlotte

 1. Bistro La Bon

1322 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 333-4646

Categories: Mediterranean, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

5.0 star rating
  8/17/2011

From the outside Bistro La Bon looks like a small place but upon entering, you see the outside appearance is deceiving.  This is actually a decent sized restaurant with plenty of seating, a bar and a classy lounge area.  

It is nicely decorated with…More »

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 2. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

15150A John J Delany Dr
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 919-2700

Category: Burgers

5.0 star rating
  3/31/2011

I thought I had already written a review for this location.

In the past year or so. I've had numerous visits to this location.  Not only does the food stand out but so does the service.  

The wait staff almost always asks you if you have any questions…More »

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 3. Thai House At Tower Place

8652 Pineville Matthws Rd
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 542-6300

Category: Thai

Neighbourhood: Ballantyne

5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/13/2011

This place is seriously becoming my favorite Thai place in Charlotte.  When I come here for lunch, I am never disappointed.  Even when the restaurant is busy, the staff has been friendly, the food comes out fast, the service is superb and the food is…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/29/2011

    Now this is my kind of Thai.   This has become my regular lunch Thai place.  

    The food is fresh, it… Read more »

 4. Foskoskies on Shamrock

2121 Shamrock Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 535-2220

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

5.0 star rating
  3/26/2011

I've been to Foskoskies a few times and everything has always been wonderful here.  The food is artfully displayed and it tastes even better.  Twice I've been here with the QC Dinner Group (look for it on Meetup)

I've had the duck, the pork chop and a…More »

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 5. Fiamma

2418 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28263
(704) 333-3062

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Sedgefield

5.0 star rating
  4/12/2011

i was reading the previous reviews and i can't understand how some people rated Fiamma so low.  

At the recommendation of one of my dinner group's members, we scheduled a dinner here.  I had previously heard great things about Fiamma and I came away…More »

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 6. Miro Spanish Grill

7804 Rea Rd
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 540-7374
5.0 star rating
  12/14/2011

Miro is located in the Stonecrest shopping center.  

The inside of the restaurant is rather plain and judging from it you'd never guess you were in for a treat(s) of a Spanish flair.  

One of my dinner groups met here tonight.  The staff was very…More »

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 7. Deejai Thai Restaurant

613 Providence Rd
Charlotte, NC 28207
(704) 333-7884

Categories: Thai, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: Elizabeth

5.0 star rating
  2/27/2011

I had heard so many good things about Deejai and have been wanting to try it.  When a friend from high school was in town and suggested Thai, this was my opportunity.  

When we got there around 8:30pm on a Saturday, the place was full but we were…More »

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 8. Table 274

274 S Sharon Amity Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 817-9721

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Cotswold

5.0 star rating
  9/21/2011

Table 274, how do I love thee...let me count the ways....

One of my dinner groups met here tonight....actually the restaurant reached out to us 2 months ago but being that we book our dinners at least a month in advance, this was the first available…More »

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 9. Wan Fu

10719 Kettering Dr
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 541-1688

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Ballantyne

5.0 star rating
  Update - 6/30/2011

I just visited today and had to update my rating. They get bumped up to 5 stars.

I'm recovering from some oral surgery and figured Chinese would be a good soft option for lunch today.  Plus I was craving hot and sour soup.

The staff is wonderful here,…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    5/7/2011

    Wan Fu is one of two Chinese places in the area I will consider going back to.

    When visiting Wan Fu… Read more »

 10. Waldhorn Restaurant

12101 Lancaster Hwy
Pineville, NC 28134
(704) 540-7047

Category: German

4.0 star rating
  7/7/2011

One of my favorite lunch spots and an occassional dinner spot.  For dinner, the pretzel rolls are to die for.  Occassionally you'll see them with a sandwich for lunch.

Like any german restaurant, you can find your share of Schnitzels and sausages,…More »

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 11. The Liberty

1812 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-8830

Category: Gastropubs

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  3/8/2011

Went here with the QC Dinner Group (an eclectic and fun foodie group).  We had a group of 12 people.  

The place has interesting decor.  Where we were seated the wall was a "beer wall" and the poles nearby were built from beer kegs - they could have…More »

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 12. Savor Cafe & Catering

1404 W Morehead St
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 334-0098

Category: Southern

4.0 star rating
  2/3/2011

I really wanted to give Savor Cafe 5 stars but while the food was wonderful, there were some issues with the service. First, we had to ask for silverware for 6 of the 8 of us. I won't fault them on running out of the beer I originally ordered. It…More »

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 13. Alexander Michael's

401 W 9th St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 332-6789

Categories: American (Traditional), Pubs

Neighbourhood: Fourth Ward

4.0 star rating
  5/11/2011

This is one of Charlotte's hidden gems.  

It's not the easiest place to find and it's not the easiest place to park near since there are restrictions on parking on the street depending on the time of day. But it's nice to see history preserved in this…More »

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 14. Melting Pot

901 S Kings Dr
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 334-4400

Category: Fondue

Neighbourhood: Myers Park

4.0 star rating
  12/18/2011

Who says you're not supposed to play with your food?  The Melting Pot is a place to do just that in a fondue sort of way.  

Be prepared though..if you're with a group, you have to make decisions that everyone will enjoy...what cheese course, what…More »

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 15. McKoy's Smokehouse & Saloon

4630 Old Pineville Rd
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 523-6330

Category: Barbeque

4.0 star rating
  7/15/2011

I drive by this place all the time because it's on my way to Costco and on one of my alternate routes to/from work.  I often wondered about some of the places along my way on Old Pineville Rd like McCoy's.   After reading some of the other reviews on…More »

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 16. Zoes Kitchen

1055 Metropolitan Ave
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 347-5858

Categories: Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Myers Park

4.0 star rating
  4/30/2011

Fresh food fast is how I would describe Zoes Kitchen.  

I've been hooked on greek salads lately and this is one of the best.  The dressing is simple (and sits on your table) and flavorful.  The salad itself contains romaine, a few tomatoes, chicken…More »

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 17. Big Ben British Restaurant & Pub

2000 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 817-9697

Categories: British, Pubs, Sports Bars

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  4/22/2011

I can't say that I've ever been to their original location before it burned down but I heard it was awesome with a great atmosphere.

The new building is kind of unique and sits right on the light rail/trolley line.  It must be fun to sit outside and…More »

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 18. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 347-1841

Categories: Gay Bars, American (Traditional), Pubs

Neighbourhood: Uptown

4.0 star rating
  3/14/2011

Hartigans isn't a fancy place.  The upstairs has wooden booths across the front wall and tables and chairs scattered elsewhere.  There's no wait to be seated here.  It's first come first seated which is rare these days.  They have a couple of TV's…More »

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 19. Dish

1220 Thomas Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 344-0343

Category: Southern

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

4.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

Dish has been one of my favorite restaurants ever since they opened for many reasons. They are a good place to get a good meal at a decent price.  The food is always good here.  The clientele is as interesting as the food.  

Some of the highlights…More »

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 20. Portofino's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

3124 Eastway Dr
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 568-7933

Categories: Italian, Pizza

5.0 star rating
  11/9/2011

I first tried this Portofino's years ago and am glad they now have multiple locations and have upgraded their decor but this is the location i still keep coming back to.

The pizza alone is one of the best Italian Pie's in Charlotte...good sauce, good…More »

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 21. Pewter Rose Bistro

1820 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-8149

Categories: American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  1/10/2012

Pewter Rose has been one of my favorite restaurants in Charlotte for years.  Their food is consistently good, the flavors are wonderful and the service is always outstanding.

The menu is small but that allows them to specialize in a few wonderful…More »

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 22. Genaro's Rotisserie & Grill

10405-B Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 752-1987

Category: Latin American

Neighbourhood: Ballantyne

4.0 star rating
  Update - 4/13/2012

Well Genaro's you earned your 4th star again.  

My two most recent trips were much better than the previous one.  Service was spot on except when it got busy and it was a little chaotic.  

You really have to time it right to get in before or after the…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    1/20/2012

    I really love the food here at Genaro's but the the service is what stopped me from giving it the… Read more »


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Location

Charlotte, NC

Yelping Since

July 2009

Things I Love

thai food, trying new restaurants, hiking, the Blue Ridge Parkway, NC mountains, rollercoasters, thunderstorms, leather, photography, good beer, flash mobs, expanding my music collection.

Find Me In

Dilworth / Sedgefield area

My Hometown

Reading, PA (Wyomissing)

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm looking for the best cheesesteak in the south

Why You Should Read My Reviews

because I review everything...well almost everything.

The Last Great Book I Read

the dictionary but it didn't help much

My First Concert

Chuck Mangione is the first one I'll admit to.

My Favourite Movie

The Green Mile

My Last Meal On Earth

Victor Emmanuel's Pizza (Reading, PA) & Cheesesteak from GNA (West Reading, PA)

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

Caribou is better than Starbucks

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Monk's coffee

Current Crush

local beers