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    Flower Child

    4.4 (520 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Steak Bowls, Salad, Roasted Sweet Potato Fries
    Virginia G.

    Great restaurant! Everything seemed very fresh and I love the idea behind the restaurant. The steak bowl was my favorite - you have to get the Mac n cheese. The service was good - staff was kind. We did get the wrong item 2 times but they were quick to fix it. Cute interior - nice for a good lunch with friends!!

    Mother Earth bowl with tofu
    Kate S.

    Wonderful fresh lunch spot. Easy access from light rail. Great service. Very friendly. Lots of macro friendly options. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot for outdoor dining on a nice day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Chicken Yakisoba Noodles
    Khushboo S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]My first time at the Ballantyne location and loved the vibe!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was fully packed by the time I exited from my brunch on a Thursday.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Good portion for a lunch - I really enjoyed my chicken noodles. Looking forward to be back to try new items.

    Bowl
    Jacqueline K.

    Amazing 10/10 food. I love this chain and [[HIGHLIGHT]]this location is clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and everyone is so nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Had the weather been nicer, I would have sat outside on their outside patio![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Shrimp with Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese & Roasted Broccoli
    Grace B.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]I visited Flower Child with my friend during the week, I have passed this establishment on the weekends and it looks so busy but during the week I was able to find a table with no issues.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a fast casual place where you order at the counter then choose a table where they will bring your meal to you. The menu is large with items that catered to a wide array of dietary restrictions. I ordered the shrimp with mac and cheese and broccoli. While it was good, I wasn't impressed. The meal was something I could make at home quite easily. Also the mac and cheese tasted more like buttered noodles than a cheesy dish that I was expecting. Overall, if you need a place which caters to different dietary restrictions then I would recommend visiting if not, I would recommend finding another restaurant. Being in Southend, there are so many other delicious restaurants I would recommend over Flower Child

    Rebecca D.

    Delicious. So many options for those with dietary restrictions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing store and patio in the heart of south end.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Red Chile Glazed Sweet Potato with bok choy and sesame seeds.
    Cheryl M.

    If you're looking for healthy options for lunch, dinner or just a snack, this is a great place to start. I ordered today for an office lunch meeting and everyone was happy and very excited about their dishes. We had an array of salads, noodles, wraps and entrees plus tasty sides. My favorite today was the Green Chile Queso with chips. The queso is made of chickpea chorizo, white cheddar and yellow corn chips. It has TONS of flavor. It's creamy and a nice kick of heat in every drop. It melts over the chips and the flavor is consistent. I didn't take pics of everyone else's dish but I got a nice video of mine. Come try for yourself. Thank me later!

    Enchiladas
    Celeste F.

    Always a great place to eat! They are celiac friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is fun and they have a great outdoor porch as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Carrie J.

    My go to is their steak, mac and cheese and roasted broccoli! It is so good! Always cooked perfectly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]their locations here and at The Bowl are so fresh and bright - love eating there![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was also impressed with the staff for this particular lunch pick up. Very helpful and accommodating!

    Thai Dye
    Nishi S.

    This place never disappoints me. I am always lookout for vegan restaurants and this always has something. This time I ordered Forbidden Rice Bowl, Black bean falafel wrap and vegan chocolate pudding. Everything hits the good nerve. Just a tiny request to the owner, please add some more vegan options so I can try another wrap

    Salmon, Mac and cheese, Kung Pow Cauliflower
    Jessica H.

    First tried Flower Child in Phoenix and fell in love with it. We were so excited to see that they have a location in Charlotte now. It's the perfect spot for a healthy meal, there's options and flavors for everyone. I love the gluten free mac and cheese, so I had to order that. I tried the king pow cauliflower for the first time and it was amazing. The salmon was prepared well, but it wasn't the most amazing quality- I'd probably go with chicken next time. The ambiance is really cute. Very spacious and colorful. Can't wait to go back, and I really hope we get a Flower Child in durham!

    Entree with Shrimp
    Jacquelyn A.

    Definitely exceeded my expectations from looking at the reviews. I got an entree bowl with shrimp, broccoli, sweet potatoes, and cauliflower risotto. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. Seasoning was unique and the broccoli was the best I've ever had. Perfect portion with just enough food.

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    Consistently excellent food & easy, quick service. Great carry out or dine-in for a meeting or social meal.

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    Food is excellent. Friendly and helpful staff. We're not from this area but when we come back, we will definitely stop here again.

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    Is their outdoor area smoke free?

    Yes, our patio is smoke free.

    Is the outdoor patio heated?

    Do they accept Apple Pay?

    Hey Joey, We are now able to accept Apple pay. Hope to see you soon!

    Is the patio pet friendly?

    Yes, it's pet friendly.

    How's the parking situation?

    It's not terrible to be honest! That area has a bunch of street parking and garages. I do recommend taking the light rail as their is a stop near by

    Do they have breakfast items? I don't see any on the online menu. And hot coffee?

    No breakfast items and unsure about coffee but didn't see it as a choice when I went

    Is there coffee?

    Yes, cold brew.

    Do they take reservations?

    No, you order at the counter and sit down with a number.

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    Culinary Dropout

    Culinary Dropout

    4.1
    (408 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    We went during Charlotte Food Week and on a night when the restaurant had live music!…read moreAwesome atmosphere, cocktails were amazing, I had a Paloma spritz, my husband had an old fashion. The meatloaf was moist and cooked to perfection, as were the broccoli and mash potatoes with gravy. The fried chicken was crispy and moist. But I have to say the star of the show for me was the Asian Crunch salad! Fresh, flavorful, savory with bits of sweet and tons of texture. We'll be going back for another date night her soon!

    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.

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    Burtons Grill & Bar

    Burtons Grill & Bar

    4.4
    (744 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    Gluten-free friendly
    Large group friendly

    We were about 30 minutes late due to the traffic on 77. A hostess greeted us upon entry and we…read morejoined the rest of our party. The restaurant was very clean and the noise volume low enough to where we could visit and comfortably carry on conversations. Our waiter was gracious and helped us to catch up with the rest of our party. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Nior and Dinner while the rest of our party finished their appetizers and salads. I ordered the steak frites and it was just wonderful! My boyfriend ordered the special which was halibut, asparagus, and mushroom risotto. Everything was perfect! The couple that was seated across from us split the special. The kitchen didn't hesitate to split this dish for them in the kitchen before bringing it out to our table. This is just excellent customer service! They are an elderly couple and could not possibly have eaten the entire meal by themselves. Our waiter was very attentive and nobody at the table ever had an empty glass. Also, your plate was cleared the moment that you finished with your meal. This was our first visit, but definitely not the last. Thank you for making our evening out with family and friends so very special. We will definitely be back in the near future.

    $29 Lobster roll special. We asked if fresh and told "yes". Guess it was at one time but I doubt…read morelobster was cooked that day and meat removed. We had one each- mine was with butter. The other, lettuce (never have seen that in a Maine lobster roll) and aioli). The one with butter had a nice brioche roll but most of the lobster was small claw ends vs nice chunks. The one on lettuce was better, more larger pieces of lobster, but meat was put onto a lot of lettuce to prop it up. It takes some effort, but buying a live lobster and cooking oneself is really the best way. I was hopeful- but ultimately disappointed.

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    Crab Crusted Haddock: crab cake stuffing, lemon butter sauce, herbed jasmine rice, seasonal vegetable
    Crab Crusted Haddock: crab cake stuffing, lemon butter sauce, herbed jasmine rice, seasonal vegetable
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    300 East

    4.1
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    300 East is one of my absolute favorite Charlotte staples! I love bringing out-of-town family and…read morefriends here, as well as introducing locals who haven't discovered it yet. Set in a charming old home, the aesthetic is incredibly welcoming with a quaint downstairs bar, a gorgeous outdoor patio, and cozy seating upstairs--there truly isn't a bad seat in the house. The staff and service are always exceptional, which only adds to the amazing experience. They offer daily specials alongside a rotating and standing menu, making every visit unique. There are so many standout dishes that it can be hard to choose, but my ultimate go-to is the seared ahi tuna salad. I don't know how they make that sesame and shoyu dressing, but it is one of a kind! I also highly recommend the hummus, the baked marinated Vermont goat cheese, "The Usual," and any of their steak options. Definitely don't skip dessert! On my last trip, I tried the strawberry shortcake, and it was divine. The goat cheese and cherry cheesecake and the rotating sorbets are also phenomenal. If you're grabbing a drink at the bar, be sure to check out their signature Matilda Wong, though they also make a stellar dirty martini!

    For those who don't know, 300 East is something of a Charlotte institution; I've been there…read morecountless times over the years I've lived here but not recently. They have always had, in my estimation, the best French onion soup around and I was craving it, so off I went. The restaurant off East Boulevard is an eclectic sort of place, and in my memory the interior hasn't ever changed. The wood is dark, the tables a bit worn and packed together to give a slightly claustrophobic feel, and the decor is always vaguely counterculture. For people who like NoDa and Plaza Midwood (before its recent transformation), it's homey as can be. I enjoyed the familiarity of its unpretentious surroundings as I took a seat in a tiny corner booth. Delighted to note that the French onion soup is as delicious as ever, with a richly flavored broth and a generous amount of bread and cheese baked in. While the quality hasn't diminished, thank heavens, the size has gone from a bowl to a cup. As it was my upcharged side I didn't mind terribly but still. Alas. Kudos to the kitchen for letting me have my soup before my sandwich was delivered, but here is where things went a little south. I had ordered The Usual, one of their trademark dishes, a hot open-faced chicken salad sandwich on a baguette topped with asparagus, mushrooms and cheese. It too has been the victim of shrinkflation, about 2/3 as big as once it was. Again, didn't mind terribly much but the toppings themselves were scant: three small strips of jarred or canned asparagus, four slices of mushroom. Okay, everything is expensive these days, but the edges of the sandwich were burned and the filling was cool, meaning the salamander setting was off and no one checked it before sending it out or putting it down. I might have considered sending it back but that's when my server disappeared. My water glass sat empty for half my meal and was never refilled. Even paying the check was sluggish. So I give the current state 300 East a solid three with a disappointed sigh because they seem to be phoning it in. Really great French onion soup, though.

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    Postino Ballantyne

    Postino Ballantyne

    4.2
    (235 reviews)
    10.8 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Catering service

    Yuminess: 10/10 Allergy Safety: 10/10…read morePrice: 9/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Overall: LOVE Postino! The food is over the moon delicious with plenty of options and reasonable serving sizes. Even with the slightly high price point, it is well worth every penny. And they take allergies SO seriously! Literally went through a bunch of ingredients to find what would and wouldn't be dairy-allergy safe. Atmosphere is fun but cozy, too. 100% recommend! In-depth: Postino has quickly become one of my favorite places in the CLT area after my 10/10 experience here. To start, the food. My word, it's amazing! Everything my friend and I tried was delicious. The bruschetta is 100% worth trying (the spinach artichoke one is my favorite), and the west coaster panini + romaine salad was tasty at every bite. Their wine is also good quality, with a decent-sized portion poured. Allergy safety is a major thing for them, too. Our server (Lee = the best waitress!) and her manager looked through their bread and ingredients for about 30 minutes to confirm what was and wasn't dairy safe (I asked how dairy allergies are handled for when I bring my husband next time). They also had quite a few gluten-free options, too. The manager explained that she wants people to be able to just come in and relax for a few hours without worrying if they'll get sick, which I truly, truly appreciate. Lee shared a similar sentiment, which was amazing. Now price... Yes, it is a *bit* pricey, but it is well worth it. Nothing felt lacking as far as flavor goes, and the allergy safety is a huge thing. This is one of the few places I felt my sandwich and salad were worth every penny, even if it was $17. Also, their rewards program is great. I got a free bruschetta board, and they offer several other perks. Make sure to sign up before or while dining there to get some good deals! In addition to their sincere care for allergy safety, the service is fantastic all around. They do group service, meaning you'll have several servers, and they encourage you to grab anyone if you have questions. This takes the pressure off of waiting for one server to walk by and really helped me relax. And the atmosphere? I could stay there all day! It's a really fun vibe, but the lighting and seating are very cozy. Overall, I've already recommended this place to 5+ people and will be returning soon

    Postinos is located in the main strip of the "bowl" and near the AMP. Parking can be located on the…read morestreet or in the parking lot adjacent to the building. It currently offers free parking for 3 hours and incremental of 1- 2 hours paid parking after. My wife and I came here on a date night. While her original visit left more than be desired management invited us to give them a second try and I'm so glad we did. We had an amazing time from start to finish. The staff was amazing and I was astounded by their dedication to their craft. The best part was the food. We started with the chefs board which had an array of cheeses and spreads. The most memorable was the whipped feta. OMG. The Ambiance was the only thing I feel could use some tuning as there's not enough sound deadening to make the music out? It sounds like a heart beat and makes it hard to make out conversations. Major shout out to Leigh for taking care of us all night and making it a memorable night. Also big thanks to Odhie for the tickets to the concert. This was definitely a night to remember. Thank you Postinos Staff!

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