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    Cafe South

    4.0 (362 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    CAFE SOUTH ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Biscuit & wheat toast
    Andrea B.

    Our favorite thing here that we had was the Belgian waffle. The food was honestly not bad at all, but the hashbrowns were way too overcooked on the bottom and were very hard. The gravy was also OK and the food could have used some more seasoning overall. The biscuit was yummy though.

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    Joel K.

    This was my first visit to Cafe South in Charlotte. The restaurant looks like it was an old Bob Evan's. I liked the country vibes. I ordered the Hobo breakfast and a biscuit. The gravy and overall flavors were delicious! The hash browns were a little overcooked and there was a bit of egg shell in my eggs. I would still recommend the Hobo breakfast though simply because of the gravy. So good! Our server was really nice and always made sure we had plenty of drinks. Overall great experience.

    Good crispy flavorful fried fish, okra, hush puppies, and macaroni. Satisfied my down home southern cooking fix.
    Twila S.

    Great staff. Very attentive. Everything hot and fresh! Flounder was super crispy with a crunch. Fried okra was all the way on point..smoking hot! Macaroni was a cheesy slice of goodness. A repeat customer now!

    Bacon, eggs, and grits.
    Kimberly G.

    Every time I come to Charlotte I have to stop at Cafe South. This time I had breakfast. The bacon was crispy and my eggs were exactly how I ordered them. My only complaint is that my grits were a little runny. The service is always wonderful which is a part of the reason I keep coming back.

    Sarah K.

    Good southern breakfast! My husband and I got the Hobo Breakfast. The gravy was amazing and the biscuit was so fluffy! However, the hash browns were sub par. They were kind of chewy, and I would not get them again. The dish also appeared to have a slice of Kraft American Cheese on it, which wasn't what I would have chosen. The chocolate chip pancakes (our friend ordered that) were delicious!! Our server was so nice! It also kinda felt like you were in a southern restaurant in the 1990s, but it was clean!

    Country Style Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Macaroni & Cheese

    I ordered takeout from Cafe South while I was on the go. Accidentally ordered a Country 'Style' Steak instead of a Country 'Fried' Steak, but was pleasantly surprised by the bed of fresh steamed rice that my steak sat on top when I opened the container. The cube steak was perfectly cooked and the gravy complimented everything. The mash potatoes and mac n cheese filled me up to the brim and the cornbread finished me off. Placing a phone order was quick and easy, and my food was waiting for me on arrival 10 minutes later. The photo doesn't lie, I devoured this meal in the comfort of my own car, I hope no one was watching because it was gone in a minute.

    Wing and Chicken Breast
    Tamica J.

    The food is phenomenal, the ambiance friendly and my server Shae was AMAZING!!!! The fried green tomatoes were fried to perfection and juicy, the sweet tea was just right and the fried chicken was really great! They open at 6:30am and close by 3pm. Give them a try and tell them I sent you!

    French toast at Cafe South
    Bruce K.

    Back to Cafe South after eight years and it's still a good experience. This building used to be a Bob Evans and they've changed none of the structure. I think the dentist poster by the hostess stand might be exactly the same! We arrived at 11:30 on a sunny Saturday morning and the hostess took my name and promised a 10 minute wait. My name was called about 10 minutes later and we were brought to a comfortable though low booth. Seats in good condition and the table was clean, loaded up with condiments including creamer, butter, salt and pepper, ketchup, jams and Texas Pete https://www.yelp.com/biz/tw-garner-food-company-winston-salem-2?hrid=RMwxhBuzuPzMQY06ZMG-mg. A moment later, our waitress stopped by for drink orders and we knew what we wanted. She brought coffee and kept it refilled during our meal, dropping off a check at some point. My wife got the French toast (hold the powdered sugar, please!) and enjoyed it. She said it was a little soft and could have been firmer. My ham and cheese omelet was served with toast. The hash browns also needed a bit more cooking though they were good. Drinks, two entrees and tip for $33. A bit spendy for breakfast but good service and a good meal. We enjoyed it and we'll be back. [Review 15419 overall, 923 of 2021, number 2969 in North Carolina.]

    Ribeye Steak
    Chris W.

    Delicious food! I was seated quickly and my meal was brought out fast and friendly. I'd like to try more things on this menu. Next time!

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    I had eaten her several times. The food is always good and the service is always excellent.

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    Food was fantastic and very well put together! The service was out of this world!! Definitely will be back when in Charlotte

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    Fast service. Tonya was great! Food was hot/quick/good for breakfast. Next time I'm in Charlotte I'll be sure to stop in.

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    Good traditional breakfast food. Service is good and so is the food. The portions are also good and the restaurant is clean.

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    The service was great the employees were very nice, and the food was delicious it was way better than I expected. Highly recommend.

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    My first introduction to Pollo Campero wasn't in Charlotte. It was back in 2001 when I worked at…read moreHouston's international terminal. Flights from Guatemala would arrive, and passengers would walk off the plane carrying bags of Pollo Campero. The aroma was unforgettable. Ever since then, I've been curious about what made this chicken so special. Fast forward to Charlotte, and now I finally understand the hype. I stopped in for a quick lunch and ordered the four-piece roasted chicken meal with sweet plantains, coleslaw, and a roll. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The chicken was juicy and packed with spices that set it apart from your typical fast-food chicken chain. It's hard to explain until you try it, but the seasoning has a distinctive flavor that makes Pollo Campero uniquely its own. The sweet plantains were excellent. Soft, caramelized, and sweet with those slightly crispy edges that make plantains so addictive. The coleslaw was cold, creamy, and crunchy, which paired perfectly with the chicken. The service was friendly, the value was excellent, and my order was accurate. I always take a moment to check my order before leaving the drive-thru, and everything was exactly right. If your fried chicken experience begins and ends with KFC, Bojangles, or Church's, give Pollo Campero a try. It's a delicious taste of Guatemala and a reminder that great chicken comes in many forms. Life is too short not to eat well, Charlotte.

    Charlotte is a fried chicken city. Aside from being the headquarters for Bojangles, we've got…read moreoutlets for all the big chains - KFC, Church's, Popeye's and such. Several excellent local restaurants, too. So I had high hopes today for Pollo Campero. PC was clean when I arrived at 12:30. Quite busy with about a third of the tables in use and the remaining were clear of dirty dishes. Surprising because they don't have a trash can that I could see - the staff bus and clean tables, clearing them swiftly. I ordered a three piece at the counter and it didn't take long until a running found my tent card and I was able to start. The chicken was thoroughly cooked, still moist. Not much for flavor in the skin today, it needed some hot sauce to bring out the taste. The cole slaw was creamy and crisp. Still good but also a little bland. The small dinner roll wrapped in plastic was fresh and fluffy. Overall, it's a nice little fast food spot. If you're looking for something in a known quantity along South Boulevard near the light rail, this will work nicely. [Review 728 of 2025 - 4162 in North Carolina - 24288 overall]

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    Lebowski's Neighborhood Grill

    4.1
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    Fries (4/5): I love battered fries so these were just the way I like them…read more Phatty Melt (4/5): Pretty good melt, but needed more cheese. The bread was also a bit under toasted and too soggy. The patties were decent and I liked the sauce. Gleezy BBQ Bacon Hot Dog (3/5): Mediocre hot dog in a cheap, store bought bun. It needed more onions and the BBQ sauce wasn't my favorite. Onion Rings (3/5): Not great. The breading wasn't crunchy enough and I didn't like how wet the onion was. 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)

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    Street side patio, cold beer, and deliciousness.
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