We have a wonderful service with Taylor. The food was great. Everything was cooked perfectly.read more

Taylor was grea! Food is always really good and not much of a wait to sit down. Drinks are so good…read moretoo!!

I had the fried chicken , mac and cheese rice and gravy with a slice of corn bread and Peach tea…read more When I tell you everything was good. The chicken was fried fresh to order, and they let you know its a 15 mn wait for freshly fried chicken. The cornbread was thick and sweet like me lol. The mac and cheese was sooo good. The only thing was the gravy was a lil salty and if came from the smothered pork chop. The peach tea was so good i went back in and got a 1/2 of gallon. I will be back. The young man at the counter was very pleasant and sweet. I will be back!!! This was the Central ave location.

Great CS and value for your $. Grape koolaid was not like syrup and well balanced; somewhat…read morenostalgic, lol. Food tastes good and we will def return!

We've been to Culinary Dropout three times now, and this visit was a completely different…read moreexperience from our first two. The first two visits were outstanding. The first time was in November 2025 and 2nd time March 2026 where the bartenders were professional, welcoming, knowledgeable, and made some of the best Bloody Marys we've had in Charlotte. The food was excellent, and we left both times excited to come back. Unfortunately, this Sunday's visit (around 2 p.m.) felt like a different restaurant. It was much busier, and service was noticeably lacking. We waited quite a while just to be acknowledged, our drinks weren't nearly the quality they had been before, and the Bloody Mary tasted like it came straight from a mix instead of being handcrafted like our previous visits. The food was also disappointing. It was much saltier than we remembered, and we never received the Caesar salad with steak we ordered. To the staff's credit, it wasn't on our bill, so we didn't mention it. Overall, no one was rude, but the attention to detail, professionalism, and overall experience that earned our previous five-star reviews just wasn't there this time. We're hoping this was simply an off day because we genuinely loved this place and would like to see it return to the high standard that made us regular customers.

We were close to uptown and looking for an early evening dinner spot. Knowing that CD is going to…read morebe opening a location at the Bowl in Ballantyne (which is closer to us) we thought we'd give it a shot. Walked in and immediately loved the vibe. Big, open and airy. Lots of seating and a few party rooms too. Loved the outdoor seating too. If it had been a little cooler that would have been perfect. They have cornhole and ping pong and just a fun atmosphere out there. Our server was warm and attentive. We did not have to wait for refills and she was quick to answer any questions we had. We started with a few apps - the chips and onion dip and the pigs in a blanket. The chips were well salted and the onion dip was DELISH!!! The pigs were wrapped in homemade party dough and came with a honey mustard crème fraiche. They were so good!! For entrees we tried the fried chicken, prime rib dip, and the meatloaf. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The mashed potatoes were so good too. The only misstep on this dish was the biscuit. Way too dense and not very flavorful. The prime rib dip was tender and came on the most crispy bread. What a great combo! The only thing that wasn't great were the fries, just nothing too special. The meatloaf dish was flavorful and came with those yummy mashed potatoes so great pairing. We didn't have room for dresser on site but we did take the monkey bread to go and enjoyed it later. Good portion size and full of apple and caramel flavor. Did not regret taking that home!! Really looking forward to this spot opening closer to home. Highly recommended

We got on the walk-in list 30 minutes before arriving, but when we got there, the host told us it…read morewould still be about an hour wait. There were several "reserved" tables that remained empty until after we had finished eating, so I think the restaurant could benefit from a better reservation system with more accurate buffer times to accommodate walk-in guests. To avoid the wait, we decided to sit at the bar, and I'm glad we did because the food was amazing. The fried chicken and waffles were perfectly seasoned, and the waffle had a unique texture and flavor that reminded me of a combination of a traditional waffle and a soft pretzel. The cheesy potato cake was absolutely delicious. The fruit bowl was also good, but I wish they had been a little more generous with the blueberry pudding. The shrimp and grits came with large tomatoes, which may not be for everyone, and my friend felt the dish was lacking grits overall. She didn't feel like she got her money's worth. Would I go back? Absolutely. My meal was delicious, and I can't wait to return and try more of their homemade, fresh dishes. I also think it's great that they partner with local farmers to help curate their menu.

I was very excited to come dine here but was left feeling very conflicted…read more On one hand, I had the best chicken and waffles ever. The chicken tenders were soft and tender, with a crispy and well seasoned fried skin. Not too strong, but just enough to really appreciate the chicken. The waffles had this really nice bouncy chew to it, similar to a mochi donut. Really enhanced further by the syrup and amazing texture difference when you get any of the crispy chicken over the waffle. But on the other hand, everything else we ordered and the service while we were there were lacking. We had a reservation for lunch on a Sunday, and were seated very quickly. But then it took a very long time for a waiter to come to us. Once the waiter did arrive, we weren't greeted or introduced, simply just a "know what you want?". On top of that, when asking what was in the quiche of the day and the market rate we got a "idk maybe 14 or 15" and then what we were told was in the quiche was just not true haha. We were told there would be some vegetables and cheese, but ended up with no cheese and a lot of potatoes inside our quiche. The food did come very fast after we ordered so that was a plus. I think the main reason this experience left a bad feeling was because the table next to us had the same waiter and got a completely different experience. The waiter walked them through the menu, told them about the history of the restaurant, and told them a completely different (but this time accurate?) price and contents of the quiche of the day! I'm glad the chicken and waffles were fantastic, but it is sort of hard to enjoy your meal when you see completely different service from your waiter just one table next to you :(

Dish is a true Charlotte staple for comfort food, laid-back vibes, and what I have officially…read moredeemed the best dirty martini in town--the Christina Aguilera. They recently removed this drink from the martini menu, but if the bartenders know you're aware of its legacy, you can still get it, muddled olives and all! Walking in feels like stepping into your grandma's house, but with a cool, hipster spin. The staff is absolutely amazing; going in genuinely feels like visiting a friend. I have so many menu favorites, including the meatloaf, blackened chicken, and fried green tomatoes (that horseradish sauce is incredible!). Even down to a simple chicken salad sandwich and tots, everything here just hits the spot. So may great sides from fried okra to Mac n cheese, and don't forget about the biscuit and deviled egg with most dishes! Pro Tip: Be sure to check out the specials board when you walk in, alongside all of their incredible bar specials. They also host open mic comedy, drag bingo, karaoke, and other fun events, so definitely keep an eye on their socials!

Nice vibe and perfect if you're looking for something that tastes like a filling home cooked…read morecomfort meal. The fish in particular is excellent. Light, flaky, and tender. We'll be back.

Cheddar's was such a great stop while visiting North Carolina!…read more While spending time visiting family in North Carolina, we decided to stop by Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, and it ended up being one of those meals where everyone at the table left happy and full. The service was incredible from the moment we walked in. Our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure our drinks were always filled and that everything came out just right. You could tell the staff really cared about making sure guests had a great experience. That level of hospitality always stands out and made the visit even better. We started things off with the Choose 3 appetizer, and it was the perfect way to kick off the meal. We ordered the spinach dip, Wisconsin cheese bites, and queso, and every single one of them was delicious. The spinach dip was creamy and full of flavor, the Wisconsin cheese bites were perfectly crispy, and the queso was the kind you keep dipping into even when you tell yourself you're done. For the main meal, there was something for everyone. The kids chicken strips were a hit and came out hot and crispy. I ordered the country fried steak, and it was exactly what you want from comfort food. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and covered in rich gravy. We also ordered the pasta, which was flavorful and cooked perfectly. The restaurant had a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, which made it easy to sit back and enjoy the meal together. When you're traveling or visiting family, that kind of comfortable environment makes the experience even better. Between the great appetizers, hearty comfort food, and laid-back vibe, Cheddar's was definitely a win for our family. If you're in the area and looking for a place where everyone at the table can find something they love, this is a solid choice.

This was my first time visiting and first impressions did not win me over. The bread and butter was…read morethe best experience. It was really good. My party, we both ordered the cheeseburger; medium cooked but they both were well done. My party asked for no onions, no pickles and no salt on his fries. We asked for additional napkins from the waiter but he took so long that we had to stop someone for the napkins. When he finally returned, he brought cocktail napkins and not napkins for eating. The ambiance is basic but nice. Unfortunately, my experience was not a good one. They get one star for the bread and honey butter drizzled on it.

1. Excellent food at a reasonable price! 2. The facility and…read moregrounds are well maintained and clean. 3. Wonderful friendly staff. Service was fast perfect for lunchtime breaks!!!

Food was good! Waitress was very nice. My husband enjoyed the fried chicken livers and I had an…read moreomelet which was also good.

I placed a large order over the phone with two weeks notice…read more We ordered the Baked Chicken, Meatloaf, and our sides were collard greens, Mac and cheese, and bread option was corn bread. The general consensus of the food from our team was "it was alright". Speaking from a customer service perspective, it felt disorganized. The food arrived 30 minutes early, which was an issue due to not being set up, not having our truck drivers available for food, as we scheduled runs around the delivery time window... and it was an $80 delivery charge. I would hope for next time we would get better communication. We asked for cornbread and got half dinner rolls and half cornbread. Not many people were happy with the rest of the bread being dinner rolls, as we have plates reserved for people, and I wish the menu mentioned it was "bone in" baked chicken. That is an important aspect as, this was a work place luncheon, we really care about the ease of eating while we work. Collard greens could use some work, Mac and cheese everyone had mixed reviews. Meatloaf everyone seemed to like more than the baked chicken.

The food was good the fried pork chops if you like thin cut which I do. Fried chicken wings, Mac…read moreand cheese and yams everything was good. Peach tea was good. Apple cobbler was very good to me.

A - Great Service B - D E L I O U S TASTING FOOD…read moreC- Warm Atmosphere D - Black Owned! E - Great Music to listen to when dining. Not loud but, just loud enough to hear

Service & Ambiance Grits did not disappoint…read more Top notch Mimosa Flight : Gold Star Will definitely come back for lunch/dinner

Food here is so yummy, the fried chicken is seasoned great. The Mac n cheese is not my favorite but…read morepretty good and collards are yummy. It is nice and easy to go place. No seating available and buffet style. Service is good and the restaurant is clean. 7/10

I went in last week and purchased the smothered pork chops over rice with yams/mac&cheese and…read morecollards. Everything was well seasoned.aI have never been disappointed going to this restaurant.