131 Main in Lake Norman strikes the perfect balance between upscale and inviting. The atmosphere is…read morepolished yet comfortable, and the menu delivers consistently well-executed American classics with a refined touch, especially the wood-fired dishes. Service is attentive without being overbearing, making the entire experience feel seamless. It's a go-to spot whether you're celebrating or just want a reliably elevated night out.

Still our favorite close to home. The burgers are the best…read morein all of Charlotte area, IMHO, & the trout is always good. My husband loves their pork chops & something else I can't recall. We both cook a lot and well so it's nice to have a meal out that is actually as good as your own meals at home !

Fantastic experience. Great ambiance . Wife and I had Spinach and Artichoke, Quesadillas and Turkey…read moreAvacado Pinnani. All 3 selections were outstanding. My favorite part of the trip was the craft beer selection. 12 taps and 10 were unique local craft beers with diverse types of beer. Highly recommend!

Food was good, however the service was horrible. We came in and grabbed a table outside, server…read moretook our drink orders, but never asked if we wanted menus or anything. I had to go inside to order. Checked in with us once the whole time we were there. Either a training issue or she could care less. Likely won't go back.

On our way from Boston to Charlotte to spend the Fourth of July weekend with friends in…read moreWinston-Salem, we stopped at Pickled Peach, and we're so glad we did. We loved the name, and it's easy to see why it's a local favorite. The place has a lot of charm, and everyone was welcoming, cheerful, and accommodating. We liked the casual setup - you can grab a local beer from the fridge, order at the counter, find a spot on the covered patio, and they'll bring your smoothies and food to you. Everything was fresh and delicious, and our kids enjoyed their meals too. The salads were a little different from what was listed on the menu because they use what's fresh that day, but they were still really good, and the dressing was amazing. Before heading home, we picked up a crumble, a snickerdoodle, and a dried cherry chocolate chunk cookie. So glad we did, they were all delicious!

Stopping in to get my favorite salad from the Pickled Peach. The grilled halloumi salad is so…read moredelicious and you can't find it anywhere else. Everyone should try it! They always have a variety unsweetened flavored teas that I love. Just a great experience all around.

My favorite spot in Lake Norman. The food and service is always great and Sam is consistently…read moreattentive and friendly. Steak sandwich is a new favorite.

Nice room (we chose a bar table for access to two concurrent sporting events we wanted to watch),…read morefriendly service, good menu (nothing super special, but diverse) and good food and wine. We had their bread (hate that restaurants are charging for it now) and artichoke dip, then a pasta, a chicken dish, a salad, and the ahi tuna bowl. All quite good. Couple of glasses of wine; nice pours, perfectly good wines by the glass. No Michelin stars coming, but a solid and likely reliable spot. Will definitely be back.

we came here for a late lunch and absolutely loved the views. the food was delicious and the…read moreservice was so quick. highly recommend for a yummy bite around the lake norman area!!

Poor service, great menu.The host wasn't too informative.I explained it was my first time there and…read morewasn't sure the difference in seating areas.I simply opted for the bar since I was dining alone. There were 2 Bartenders but the 1 didn't acknowledge me until everyone left.I was given an outdated menu by the time someone checked back I had to choose another drink.They small batch the old fashioned drinks, nothing to write home about. I started with the oysters rockafella and wanted to order more but it was hard to get the bartenders attention. The atmosphere is beautiful,maybe the service will be better another time

Nestled inside of King Canary Brewing (Davidson location), Marlee Jeans is a fresh casual fare…read moreseafood restaurant with options for those allergic to seafood. Chef Erick + team take every measure to prevent cross contamination for those with allergies - whether seafood or gluten. I also love the way their set up is: order your drinks from king canary, order your food from the Marlee Jeans side. It's perfect for gathering with a group as they give you a number tent and the server/food runner brings you the food as soon as it is prepared. In my opinion, this prevents food from sitting in the windows and getting cold cause "it's not my table." The concept of gathering your own utensils (not plastic) is spot on as it allows those who only want to drink and sit and socialize not feel pressured to order a full sit down meal, thus washing cutlery that's never been used. For this most recent visit, I took advantage of their snow-weather special: $30 for 1 dozen raw oysters as well as their lobster Mac and cheese. Coming out hot and bubbly with a cheese crust, I had to wait for the Mac and cheese to cool off to eat. I sat at the raw bar and watched Chef Erick personally shuck my oysters. My short rib quesadilla was just as flavorful though I think I prefer the short rib panini instead.

Stopped by Marlee Jean's Raw Bar & Kitchen while in town and thought it was such a cute little…read morespot. The inside had a really fun vibe and decor, but we ended up sitting outside on the patio since we had our dogs with us. Super relaxed atmosphere and a great place to hang out for lunch. You order food and drinks at the counter and they bring everything out to your table. I originally wanted sweet tea (sadly they didn't have any ), so I switched it up and ordered their spicy Bloody Mary instead... and WOW. Holy moly, it was GOOD. Easily the highlight of the meal for me. We tried a few different things -- the tuna wontons, burrata salad with shrimp, panini, and potato wedges. The presentation was great and everything was decent, but the food itself was just okay overall. Atmosphere and drinks definitely carried the experience for me. Giving this one 4 stars because the vibe was really nice, patio was dog-friendly, and that Bloody Mary deserves its own shoutout.

Barrel and Fork is top shelf!! Dined there last week with a group of friends to celebrate my…read morebirthday early. The atmosphere is so chill and welcoming! The service was outstanding. And the food.....well worth it as it was fantastic! Everyone in our group loved their meal. It was nice to have a leisurely dinner and not feel rushed by the staff. After dinner we enjoyed their updated outdoor patio. The new owners have outdone themselves!!! Highly recommend!

Lamb chops were so good! The ambiance is historic with a cool story as well. We were seated on the…read moreporch & really enjoyed. They also offer craft cocktails.

Fresh Chef offers incredible food paired with fantastic service and a warm atmosphere. My wife and…read moreI highly recommend it!

Fresh chef is a cornelius CLASSIC. Its so delicious, fresh (as per the name), and welcoming. The…read moreservice is great. There are plenty of options, (my personal fav is the salmon wrap and kale salad). Mind you, this kale salas is so unbelievably good that there are reddit threads on how to recreate the recipe. Im not kidding and I know this for a fact bc I have contributed to them! I think about this salad a lot, quite possibly at least twice a week. My only note is that it is so dark in there - like Abercrombie and fitch circa 2012 type dark. Eat outside if you enjoy light! There is a lovely little porch! Thank you fresh chef you never ever disappoint.