I came here by coincidence and it became one of my Charlotte favorites…read more The staff was incredibly attentive, they gave us an appetitive drink or however you wanna call them and free popcorn. The cocktail menu changes every 6 months and this time it was famous pirates of history themed. Cocktails themselves were incredible. During the week sometimes they have live music and I'm planning to go back for that!!!! Loved it!

3.5/5 stars. Went back to Blue Door to give it another chance with the new menu... it's still my…read moreleast favorite cocktail bar in all of charlotte. The menu this time is theme park theme... again, a fun concept but not well executed. Pretty overwhelming, especially with the bartenders explaining the menu to us twice with the same spiel there is too much to look at it makes it difficult to pay attention to the drinks. I really did not love my drink (starbreaker?) you could only taste the lychee The bartenders not a vibe, it was not that comfortable to sit at the bar. They now serve food, hotdogs... which do NOT match the vibe at all, so that was interesting that their only food (other than the free popcorn) is not hot dogs..

Came here for drinks after dinner. It's a small, intimate space so I would suggest making a…read morereservation to claim your spot. We were a walk in but were able to score a table outside which was perfect. The drinks are good and the staff members work as a team so there's not one primary waitress. I ordered a custom drink where I told the server what I liked and the bartender created something based on my likes. It was a "fruity" tequila based drink and I enjoyed it. We were given a bowl of complementary kettle corn to enjoy with our drinks. The music was a mix of r&b and hip hop and was loud enough to vibe but didn't overpower the conversations. Random Notes: Parking is validated and the hidden bathroom was so cute. The inside is perfect for selfies lol.

Wow what an experience! I'm in Charlotte for the weekend, and my good friend's colleague…read morerecommended we come here after dinner for drinks. There's outdoor seating, and initially we wanted to sit outside but we didn't have reservations. Luckily, they seated us at a small corner section near the back of the bar. It's very cozy and intimate inside. Just my type of vibe. The service was top tier. They were unable to validate our parking because of some sort of discrepancy with the signage outside and lack of having the proper equipment for validation. To make up for it, they offered us complimentary champagne to start. We were not expecting that, and pleasantly surprised! Their menu has an eclectic selection of cocktails, both full and mini. We opted to order from the mini cocktail menu, and we each ordered two drinks. I had the Creepy cucumber cocktail and it was refreshingly sweet and probably my favorite drink of the night. I also ordered the Don't Shy Away which was a sour and spicy rum concoction with carrot in it. It was definitely spicy and had a puréed texture. I really enjoyed it. And, then don't get me started on the music!!! The dj was masterful. He played all the types of music I love and he mixed them in such a refreshing way. I ended up asking him for his contact information before leaving, and whether he does weddings because my fiancé and I are currently looking for a DJ. He was just that good. This would definitely be my spot if I lived here in Charlotte. It was the perfect way for us to end the night.

Love Idlewild. The staff are cool and laidback. The ambiance is calming and the cocktails are…read moregreat. Sometimes there is a wait but even then I've only waited for less than an hour.

AMAZING spot! One of the best lounges in Charlotte. Very intimate and romantic…read more You need to make reservations for the bar walk-in are welcome and they will sit you in the tables. Enjoy cocktails made specifically to your liking. If there is a drink you like they can make it for you based off what you like. Drinks we had was an Old Fashioned and a twist on a french 75 (made with tequila and passion fruit) need to try it. GREAT service mixologist here are amazing. Its a show! Thank you guys!

Walked into The Crunkleton after a musical event -- second visit -- and it once again delivered…read morethat elevated, grown‑luxury comfort vibe. Their burger isn't just a burger; it's a whole moment. Thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented, and seasoned like someone in the kitchen has standards.It's unforgettable in that "I could absolutely make this a signature stop" kind of way. Warm atmosphere, polished service, and a plate that proves they know how to turn simple into exceptional.

It's a good restaurant. It's not my favorite, but if you want reliably good food this place will…read moredeliver. The menu is kinda boring to me, personally I like a menu with surprising flavors and creative ideas, but The Crunkleton is pretty standard food done well. Similar to Supperland to me - they're both good but they don't draw me back. The Wagyu Burger is over hyped and way too expensive. I'm not afraid to spend money on good dishes, but there's nothing special about this burger. We also got the Tuna Tartare, Charred Oysters, Caesar Salad with Blackened Shrimp, Filet & Frites, Crab Cake, Asparagus, and Mac & Cheese. All of it was good. But nothing wowed me. The best parts of the meal were the service and cocktails.

Cool find while in town for a conference! A speakeasy feel down the stairs as you enter Duckworths…read morewith hundreds of vottles of spirits. Super talented bartenders mixed great cocktails and they have some nice selections of beer on tap and wine. The space is tight and, if I'm being honest, the seating wasn't extremely comfortable, but the vibe in this place more than makes up for it Service, from Madison, was excellent. She knew tge menu and had great insights. She was crazy busy but took excellent care of us. The food was quite nice. Candied Bacon is a must. I had a perfectly cooked filet, we had a delicious short rib, and the Cone Trio. The trio was really tasty but the kitchen somehow forgot to put the tuna in one cone and it was only guacamole. Odd, but Madison took care of it right away and it was great. Would recommend 100% and definitely return.

Just order everything short rib. It was fantastic. Our favorite were the short rib dumplings- I…read morewould order it over and over. The truffle fries were just okay, skip the pork buns. The peach and ham flatbread was really good too. And the Jimador cocktail was delicious

Fun, lively place…read more My friends and I were in town and wanted to have one last drink before we jetted out the next morning, so we ended up in trendy South End. First thing we noticed was how HUGE this place is. I feel like everywhere we turned, each section had its own vibe and its own designated bar. With the loud music, it was more loungey than anything and the crowd was on the much younger side. Canopy seems to be the go-to place in the South End. We did not encounter this kind of lines or crowds anywhere else in the area. Ordered a grapefruity drink (Our Flowerchild) off the menu and it was pretty good. Price was alright - definitely cheaper than what I'd pay in NYC (which is already atrocious in itself).

A nice spot to have a cocktail in South End. I liked the outdoor area and the inside had a cool…read morevibe and a TV to watch the World Cup. My husband loved his Mango Tango but my Mint To Be was just ok and not worth $15. The staff was friendly and there was a live DJ which was cool. Overall, a nice place to hangout and grab some drinks with friends in South End but far from the top cocktail bars in Charlotte.

This is a drinking establishment. Cypress is coffee and beer and wine and spirits. No food. But…read morethey do have pool tables and televisions. It's not a fancy place - it just does what it says. This is a "drinkery" that is uncomplicated by a food menu. This was quite awesome as our last-of-the-day stop. Friendly bartender made Mrs. K. a mocktail. I had a beer - Wooden Robot's "Good Morning Vietnam" which was on Thursday night's special. A pleasant spot, just sitting at the bar and talking, watching three bros playing pool and everyone in a good mood. I have a new spot to bring friends who are visiting Charlotte! [Review 2398 of 2024 - 3855 in North Carolina - 23411 overall]

Service was OK. Small hole in the wall place. Go for a beer…read more- don't go for a cocktail.

Came here at the end of a night of drinking for my sisters 21st birthday. I don't remember the…read morebartenders name but he was amazing. We sat at the bar. We got the lychee martini and another fruity drink to start. Our DD was able to get a mocktail too. They were amazing. After we decided to split a bartender choice. The drink he made was amazing! It was like a minty strawberry drink. We asked for the tab and were thinking about calling it a night and he jokingly said "no" and continued cleaning glasses. We laughed and ordered another bartenders choice. This one was also good but gingery. We went to a lot of bars that day but this one was the most memorable. We also got to watch the Knicks win while we drank which was great!

Had a lovely little post dinner date night here and absolutely loved it. The ambience was great;…read moresimple, sleek, sophisticated without being too boujee. The bartender we had (I didn't catch his name) was a burley man with a beer and he was phenomenal. Personable, knowledgeable, and friendly but without being salesy. His cocktails were delicious. We weren't crazy about the peanut butter and jelly one but his old fashioned, the KO Hugo Spritz, and the tequila blackberry one were all sooooo good. We 10/10 recommend for craft cocktails