I came in craving a steak. I saw a picture of the tomahawk pork chop. Wow! I travel 40 weeks a…read moreyear and eat at great restaurants. Hands down the best chop ever. Service and friendliness were amazing

We arrived in the parking lot for dinner. The weeds and trash in the lot should have been an…read moreindication on how our experience would go. We were seated pretty quickly. We sat in the booth for 25 minutes without anyone waiting on us. I had to ask who our waitress was and if we were going to be helped. This is after several member of the wait staff passing by our table ignoring us! We waited another 5 minutes until we finally left and went to BlueBay for dinner. It's the worst experience we've ever had at any restaurant in Albemarle. If you want a nice dinner experience avoid Yadkin Valley!

Quick delicious food. Service is good and keeps your drink refilled. Be mindful of the portions -…read morethe large soup is LARGE no joke there! The chicken isn't what I expected. Hard to explain but it was like larger pieces

Imagine my surprise to find not only a Thai-style restaurant in Albemarle, but also one that is…read moreauthentic to its cuisine. This is our second trip and not likely our last. My Pad See Ew was spot on with its sweet and umami flavors coming from the dark soy and oyster sauce. My wife's green Curry with chicken was flavorful with enough spice to remind one that you're not in grandma's southern kitchen. With both entrees, the vegetables were cut expertly, too. Mmmmm! On our two visits we were warmly welcomed, promptly seated, and happily served. What's not to like? Has my "Give 'em a Whirl" meter learning to say please (Kòo rún nah) and thank you (Khòp khun) in Thai. Go here.

The perfect southern comfort food restaurant. The waitresses are super nice and tentative, the…read morebiscuits are soft and buttery, the tea is sweet. And the hushpuppies are perfect.

Friendly smiles all around! Walked in and was seated immediately. The sweetest waitress came over…read moreto attend us and she was so helpful in helping choose a few things from the menu! The place was clean and the seats were booth style with plenty of tummy room to slide in and be able to breathe comfortably. The food was AMAZING! The codfish sandwich coating was seasoned great but the fish itself could've used a lil razzle dazzle of salt and pepper but it was great! We ordered a veggie plate with Mac n cheese, which was good but not baked style which is my personal preference. The hush puppies were light with a nice crispy crunch exterior. The collard greens were OK, cooked down good but could've used a lil kick to them, again just a personal preference. The star of the show was the sweet potato yams! It had a marshmallow melted topping but they were seasoned perfectly! And since we went on a Monday they do offer daily specials, that day it was pot roast. Boy was that delicious! It was so tender it was falling apart while trying to pick it up. The gravy was spot on! It's a lunch/dinner spot but well with it. Definitely will return again.

The food is amazing and the staff is to will come again and the flander was the best of my liferead more

If you're a Midwesterner living down South (or just someone who knows the magic of a true tavern…read moreexperience), The Stag & Doe will feel like a warm hug and a high-five the moment you walk in. It's the closest thing I've found to a Southern Indiana tavern--and trust me, that's the highest of compliments. The wood-paneled walls, vintage beer signs, red and white checkered tablecloths, baskets of crackers waiting at your table, and ice-cold beer mugs are pure nostalgia. They even have the old-school tavern pizza that tastes just like home. I didn't know whether to cry tears of joy or order another round (spoiler: I did both). The prices are so good it almost feels illegal. A frosty mug is $4, but you're better off grabbing the small pitcher for $8 (about 3.5 glasses) -- or go big with the larger pitcher for $16 if you're feeling generous. And yes, you can even get Blue Moon at that price! #worthit. They're famous for their spaghetti, but my boyfriend can never resist the ribs--and every time the waitress offers to "add shrimp," he says yes without hesitation (it's basically tradition now). It's about a 35-minute drive from Charlotte (add time for the inevitable traffic), but it's absolutely worth it. The only thing missing is a giant fishbowl beer glass and some cheeseballs... then this place would be a 20/10, no contest. The food? Fantastic. The prices? Even better. But the feeling of being "at home" when you're 600 miles away? Absolutely priceless. Stag & Doe is a hidden gem, a tavern treasure, and officially the apple of my eye. I'll be back again and again--save me a pitcher.

Service was absolutely top notch. My husband and I felt like…read moreOprah and Stedman. My only complaint was our hostess sat us at a table between two big noisy groups while litetallly 3 steps away on the other side were empty booths. Convenient for the staff - yes. But the bumpy of people getting up especially the one with kids was absolutely annoying. Food was good.

Love it! Try to go once a week, wife & I love to sit at the bar & have dinner. German is THE MAN!…read moreBest bartender/ server!!!

Went with group motorcycles yesterday to River wild for lunch. We sat on the deck and had a great…read moretime and the food was delicious. I got buffalo chicken tenders with fries. Another got fish taco and shrimp taco, one got a Cuban sandwich, another got fish and chips and the last one got I think a prime rib sandwich. Two also got dessert, one a brownie with ice cream and another got cheesecake. Everyone was pleased with their selection. This is the 3rd or 4th time eating here and have always enjoyed it. The view of the lake is nice and the service is very good here. I highly recommend this restaurant if in the Lake artillery area.

Great view, great people, food was good. I will go back, but I did not find a go to meal. Mom loves…read morehers!

Charley's Dairy Bar is an Albemarle classic that has stood the test of time. Keeping that in mind,…read morepatience here is key. But you will be rewarded with a great meal and if you're lucky, a slice of pie too. Patience starts in the parking lot. Their lot is small, and the surrounding businesses have towing signs, so you might have to wait on a spot to open up. Luckily, we just had to circle the block once, and were graciously rewarded with a parking spot. You go inside and see yourself, even if the table hasn't been cleared yet of items from the previous patrons. It's a mix of booths and tables with chairs. We were promptly greeted by a waitress, and she cleaned the tables and took our drink orders. My table got a Charley burger (which just means the patty is larger than the regular ones), two hot dogs, and chicken tenders. The Charley burger was great. I didn't sample the hotdog, but I heard no complaints. That chicken tenders were cooked through, and deliciously crisp. After I finished my whole meal, I thought they had sweet potato pie on the menu, but unfortunately, I did not have room. When we went up to pay, I could see the pie sitting behind the checkout counter, and knew that I should have saved room. If you're down to try a classic local establishment, then Charley's is for you. It's definitely for me and my family.

Food was fresh and everything was made just right. I picked up a to-go order and it was ready on…read moretime.The portion of fries was very generous, which was a nice bonus. It is your typical burger joint, but done well.The atmosphere is part of the charm. It is a cute little restaurant and nothing about it needs to change. 5 out of 5. No complaints.

Great food and amazing service and family owned business. Best thai food in Albemarle area .read more

Super friendly, attentive service. Food is authentic and delicious. Make sure you ask about the…read morespecials. I had the seafood pho that's only available on Fridays and Saturdays. Once I added the fish sauce, chili oil, hoisin and sriracha, it was the best I have ever had. Definitely will be back.