The Tendies (5/5): Huge tenders with great flavor. Slightly sweet and lots of heat (medium was…read moreperfect for me). The sauce was great as well. It also came with a piece of white bread. 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)

While in the Carolinas we made our way to Optimist Hall. As food halls go everyone splits and picks…read morewhatever delights their fancy and then reconvenes and enjoys. We were lucky to grab seating larger enough to accommodate our group right by the Poppycox suite/stall. While everyone wandered to grab food, I noticed the continual line and what I could only assume was their notable popularity and decided I will give Poppycox a try. I joined the line and perused the menu as this would be my first introduction to the brand and what they offered. When I made it to the front to place my order I was initially met with a welcoming "hello and what can I get you", that quickly turned sour. I guess because I wasn't a regular whom automatically knew what I wanted and I actually had questions. Me: I would like to try the Crazi Daddy Fries.... Can you please tell me what is "Comeback Sauce"? Employee: The sauce on the chicken. Me: Ok, I understand that but what kind of sauce is it exactly? Employee: Huh? Well I can't really tell you that. Me: You can't tell me what the sauce contains? I'm asking because I'm not a fan of some mayo based sauces... is it mayo based? **disregards my question and engages in a side convo with another employee and then walks off** 2nd Employee: Can I help you? Me: She couldn't tell me what's in the "comeback sauce" can I please taste it to make sure I'm ok with it? 2nd Employee: No I cannot allow you to taste the "comeback sauce" Me: Ok. To be clear she wouldn't tell me what the sauce is, and you're saying I can't taste it first before it's squeezed all over my order. This is my first time trying your food. 2nd Employee: Yes, that's correct. Me: Well can I have ranch instead? 2nd Employee: Ok, we charge for the sauce. Me: Ok well you can just put the comeback sauce on the side please incase I do not like it. 2nd Employee: There will be additional charge for the sauce on the side. Me: I'm not asking for additional sauce. I'm no longer asking for you to change the sauce. I'm simply asking for you not to put the sauce that I cannot try or know what it's made of on the side please. 2nd Employee: Yes. You will be charged for that. Me: Fine! At this point I'm convinced I must be on some hidden camera show because the amount of attitude and back & forth I'm getting over this "highly coveted comeback sauce" is mind-boggling. My order is placed and as I sit at our table and wait for my order. I'm looking for the camera crew. Welp turns out no crew, that was just the service. Overall the Crazi Daddy Fries were ok. They are very filling and larger enough to share especially if you would like try other food while at Optimist Hall. The Chopped Chicken- flavorful and juicy. Nicely seasoned and you can control your spice level. The Fries- not impressive, honestly kinda hard and dry. This would have been better and elevated with crinkle cut fries IMO. The Comeback Sauce- as I suspected not my thing. I enjoyed the ranch much better. Yes I was charged for both. (To be clear it was not the charge it was the whole interaction) The Service- Honestly sad. The attitudes were unnecessary, but more important the assumption that every customer is familiar with your product or what you offer is a disservice to both parties. Especially when questions are immediately dismissed or answered with frustration. Just A Note: -3% Surcharge for Credit Cards -My experience was extra spicy and I'm not talking about the chicken. So much so I forgot to snap a pic of the food because I was still taken aback.

Bobby's Burgers is always so amazing whether it's th food or the staff…read more Their crunch burger is my favorite with a side of fries (and bobby's sauce) and a vanilla milkshake! Always a must go when I'm visiting Charlotte.

I just moved to the Charlotte area from NYC. I am VERY familiar with Bobby Flay's restaurants…read more (In fact I sat in a box at Saratoga for several years and Mr Flay was often in the box next to my family box but I digress). I have eaten at every single Bobby Flay restaurant from NYC to the Bahamas to Las Vegas. I had never even heard of Bobby's burgers until I moved here. It's actually very close to my office in Charlotte and I was super excited to try it. Went today. I ordered ahead and they kept me updated via text message on my order. I ordered the Crunch Burger and the Buttermilk Onion Rings. Came out right on time. Super friendly pick up too. Great staff. I wasn't pulled out of the parking lot before shoving an onion ring in my mouth and all I can say is OMG. First of all the batter.....it's all about the batter. I'm usually a beer batter onion ring kinda gal but this buttermilk batter was seasoned with lots of black pepper and was actually stuck onto the onion quite well which anyone who has ever attempted to make onion rings at home knows.....it's hard to do. The crunch burger was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. It's now my new favorite burger. Crunchy potato chips with the Bobby's sauce were pure heaven. I am in love with this burger. I always found Bobby's restaurants to be heavy with chipotle peppers and heat. I wasn't sure he could elevate a burger without overdoing it. Forgive me Mr. Flay for having doubted you. You took the American burger to the next level!!!!! You kept it simple and delicious. I can honestly say it's the best burger I have ever had. Bobby Flay is a genius. He managed to ELEVATE the fast food burger and create a unique experience. I'm already looking at the menu for the next burger I plan to try. Well done Mr Fkay......see you at the races!

OMG! Took me myself and I out for early dinner at this restaurant. When I tell you the chicken…read moreclub was out of this world with favor.....words truly cannot describe how delicious the sandwich and fries were. Also Great Great Friendly Customer Service. The young lady was there alone and greeted me with a smile. Even though she was running the front of the house alone...she still treated me with kind words and respect. I would Highly Recommend!

Best burger for the price in Southend! Super fast service at a great price!…read more Get the ranch for your fries!

Finally made it over to Mad Dash before they relocate to the Truist building. I had the turkey…read moreburger with mushrooms, caramelized onions, pickles, etc., lemon pepper wings and garlic Parmesan wings....all amazing! The new location will also offer breakfast.

Customer service was excellent, no line on a Friday at 11:45 ish , street parking was available…read more The sandwich was delicious and full of flavor Fries extra crispy, well not extra, but very good The ranch is def home made unless I'm off My wife had the chips and they were great also

DE- LISH!! finally…read moregot to stop by today for lunch and this places slapped!! All of the staff members were super friendly and the food was ready in like 5 minutes! I had a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard and it was sooo good! The others had a Chicago dog and a regular hot dog. We all shared the fries with a side of cheese sauce and wow those were the best fresh fries!! My sister also go the potato salad and I tried it and it was goooood!! Topped it all off with cheerwine and sat outside on the cute patio!

Clark's Snack back is starting to hold a special place in my heart. I finally caught them for…read morebreakfast which they only serve on the weekends and i'm addicted. The breakfast sandwhich was so good, tatter tots are the perfect side, definitely get their house sauce! The team here is great too, honestly they need a bigger restraint cause this is gem deserves so much!

The food truck came to our community and we decided to try it out. We spent about $40 for two meals…read morethat came with a meat and 2 sides. They (give you) rice with smoked meat in it, but the rice is dry and does not taste fresh. The fried chicken wings are crunchy without a lot of breading, and seasoned just "ok". The baked beans taste out of a can. The cabbage is too salty. The fried whiting is too breaded and the meat wasn't (white) and looked like it was not freshly made. If I had to put it in less words, the food smells like it's been cooked in old grease. The crinkle fries was my favorite part of the meal. Overall did not meet my expectations. I prefer that my food tastes fresh. The wait time was acceptable and the food was hot. The food needs a little more love and soul put into it.

The service was friendly but the food was not good. We ordered green beans and received…read morecauliflower. We ordered fries and got very few but got some rice with smoked sausage which we don't eat. The fried chicken was overcooked and tough. The wings were so overcooked you couldn't get the meat. Disappointed. This food truck is in our great neighborhood. Needs a lot of improvement.

I had a delicious strawberry shake (my first if you can believe that - I'm a vanilla girl). The…read morestaff helped me with my order by making mine without the strawberry chunks and it was perfect. The shake was great, sweet and thick. I didn't live the paper straw but it held up while drinking. Taking a star away because the table hadn't been cleaned and had something sticky that I attacked on my own with hand sanitizer.

A burger place conveniently located less than 10 minutes from me so I decided to try it out. I have…read morealso heard people mention this was the best burger in Charlotte. I'm not sure if I would say this is the best burger I've had but it was good for inconvenient neighborhood smash burger. I love a good fresh cut fry and their fries weren't my favorite. Overall good experience and the restaurant wasn't crowded and pick up was easy and quick .

No trip to Charlotte is complete without a stop at one of our favorite spots--Brooks' Sandwich…read moreHouse. There's a reason this place is a true Charlotte institution. I crave their chili dogs--fully loaded, of course. That famous chili recipe? Absolutely unmatched. Don't sleep on the crispy potato wedges either--they're the perfect sidekick. And if hot dogs aren't your thing, no worries--they also make a killer chili cheeseburger, or you can try their fried bologna or fish sandwich. It's a no-frills kind of place, and that's part of the charm. Grab your lunch and eat at the shaded stand-up area outside, or post up in your car for the full experience. Heads up--it's cash only, but don't worry, there's an ATM on-site if you need it. Everyone is always so nice and helpful as well! Simple, iconic, and always worth the stop.

This has been a local spot I love for many years! The burgers are great. I like mine just burger…read moreand ketchup, the fresh hamburger patty delicious not buried under a heap of toppings. Yet, Brooks is famous for the chili and the slaw is good. My friend had the smoked sausage sandwich,said it was great. The potato wedge fries are fried crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. This one of my childhood local spots still great food. It is a sandwich shop order at outside window without any real seating but still well worth it