Last night my wife and I went to Seaboy for a 2nd time. Our 1st time was 2 months ago and the food…read moreand service was amazing. This visit was just as impressive. We had mussels, heirloom tomato toast and the 2 off-menu fish items (wahoo collars and seared amberjack). All dishes were excellent. I highly recommend trying the tomato toast appetizer, best version of a bruschetta I have ever had. The service and staff are exceptional. Kent, Joe, Winter and John add an element of fun and local family feel to the experience that is unmatched. We will be back again to enjoy more of this amazing place.

Last night, my wife and I decided to try Seaboy for the first time. To set expectations, this is a…read morepremium restaurant with prices to match, so I naturally judge the food, service, and overall experience by a different standard than I would a quick burger or wing spot. Seaboy absolutely delivered. From the outside, the building is understated and looks more like it belongs near the beach at Oak Island. Once you step inside, however, it is clean, classy, well-appointed, and charmingly coastal without being overly themed or tacky. It feels like the premium restaurant it is. We didn't make reservations because we arrived at 4:30 on a Friday and never expected the place to be completely slammed that early. Jackie, the hostess, took our name and phone number and promised to call as soon as something opened at the bar. Since there wasn't much room to wait inside, she encouraged us to relax in our car. Sure enough, about 15 minutes later, she called and made sure we got the first two available seats. Samantha, the bartender, was both an excellent server and a talented mixologist. She was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, somehow keeping up with all the drinks for the dining room without allowing anyone at the bar to feel ignored. I told her I wasn't much of a drinker but gave her the name of a liquor I enjoy. She created her own cocktail for me, and it was a solid 10 out of 10. Could I walk in and order that exact drink again? Probably not. Would I trust her to surprise me again in a heartbeat? Absolutely. My wife started with a shrimp appetizer that she said may have been the best shrimp she has ever eaten. I had the Caesar salad, which was the only part of the meal that was merely okay. It was beautifully presented, generously portioned, properly dressed, and topped with excellent cheese. Unfortunately, the dressing lacked the bold, savory punch I expect from a great Caesar. Our entrées, however, were phenomenal. I ordered the swordfish, and it was so good that my wife essentially took it over because she liked it even more than the seafood pasta special she had ordered. Fortunately, her rich, cheesy seafood creation was outstanding, so I was perfectly happy with the trade. I polished off her meal, then finished whatever swordfish she left behind! We ended with the deconstructed Key lime pie. It was flavorful and enjoyable, although, like the Caesar, I felt it could have used just a little more refinement. At one point, the chef and owner came out to the bar, shook our hands, introduced himself, and thanked us for coming. He stayed for a little friendly conversation, which was a genuinely nice and personal touch. Those minor critiques aside, the service, food quality, atmosphere, and hospitality were all excellent. Seaboy has immediately become one of our favorite choices for a premium meal, and the overall experience was absolutely five out of five. We will definitely be back soon. To those about to nosh, we salute you!

We came in on a Saturday for late lunch(2ish) the place was hopping. So much fun!! The staff was…read moresuper friendly and polite. Our server was top notch. The chicken wings were so delicious. Very very good all around

Nice well rounded menu. Atmosphere and service were outstanding. Looking forward to another visit.read more

Absolutely AMAZING! Hands down one of the best meals I've ever had. The scallops were cooked to…read moreabsolute perfection--tender, buttery, and full of flavor. And the filet mignon... WOW! It was incredibly tender, perfectly cooked, and practically melted in your mouth. Everything from the quality of the food to the presentation was outstanding. If you love an amazing steak and perfectly prepared scallops, this place is a MUST. I will definitely be back! Five stars all the way!

Our experience here was NOT GOOD!…read more We made an online reservation and arrived a bit early. We were surprised they could seat us right away, so things were looking good at first. We were seated and expressly told a specific waitress would be taking care of us then nothing, I mean absolutely nothing thereafter!!! No complementary water, no bread basket not a single person saying someone would be right with us - just complete radio silence. We looked around and realized we were the only two people of color in the restaurant as well. Finally, a young lady started approaching, and we assumed she was headed our way instead she began catering to the table across the aisle from us a table that was seated a full 10 minutes after we were!!!! She introduced herself to them and lo and behold. It was the very same waitress we were told would be caring for us. We assumed she would get to us next, but she did not. We waited five more minutes and then walked out! On our way out. I summarized our experience with the manager, a very pregnant young lady. She apologized profusely and nearly begged us to return and allow her to personally service, but my husband was completely OVER it. This was our anniversary we chose this place to celebrate and the night was now ruined. I have never used the race card in my life, but as I explained to the manager the complete lack of service and failure to even acknowledge our presence in the building felt very intentional. The manager did gift us a generous gift card, which I still have yet to use. Maybe I will maybe I won't but the damage to our special night was already done.

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.

So, let first start off with the food and cocktails at Burtons, which always represents! I have yet…read moreto order anything that was not a hit. What really stands out with Burtons at Birkdale is the service! I have only eaten at a table once, I tend to eat at the bar. Like previous bartenders, today was no different. I had a great conversation with Sam this evening; who made the Pappardelle Bolognese recommendation. Great job Sam! She really made my dining experience pleasant with her conversation; without neglecting the other customers at the bar. As for the ambiance, it is always a nice place to dine. I am grateful to live walking distance from Burtons Management, keep up the good work. The staff seems to enjoy working at Burton.

We've been to Marlee Jean's a few times now and food and service are always wonderful! The menu has…read morea nice selection of seafood and non-seafood items which is great for our family. My husband and I always share some Raw Oysters and Smoked Wings. Our son's favorite is the Short Rib Grilled Cheese and Potato Wedges. Great place to enjoy food and drinks, especially when the weather is nice and the patio is open! This will continue to be one of our favorite little go-to spots.

One word...AMAZING!!! Great wine, Great Oysters, Great…read moreenvironment!! Came in from Cincinnati for family reunion, could not have been happier with this great find!!

I really enjoyed my dinner here. The place was very busy and we made reservations as recommended…read more We had excellent service by Amanda who took care of everything as it was a birthday dinner. The nachos and dips were excellent. The salsa was tasty and the appetizer also came with a side of fresh guacamole and pimento cheese. The filet mignon was top-notch & cooked to perfection. I got the grouper special with a side of lemon butter sauce and crab. Absolutely delicious. The place is modern with a cool vibe. The only thing that took away from the experience was that it was very loud & noisy - the restaurant was packed and they had music playing on top of that so it was a bit much. There were a lot of servers helping with water refills and being very attentive. The customer service was excellent. Amanda brought out a brownie with ice cream with a candle on top when the birthday boy was outside taking a phone call, so she left her lighter so I could light the candle when he came back. It was these small touches that really made the evening special along with the fantastic food.

This visit, I ordered the filet mignon with a side of demi-glace, and it was the perfect pairing…read morewith the steak and potatoes. The filet had a fantastic crust and was cooked well. I personally would have liked it to be a little more red inside, but it was still tender and flavorful. I highly recommend adding the demi-glace! I also ordered the off-the-menu Garden Lemon Drop, and it's an absolute must-have for me every visit. It's refreshing, delicious, and one of my favorite cocktails anywhere. My mom ordered the salmon, and she said it was fresh, light, and very filling. 131 continues to be my go-to steakhouse. The food is consistently delicious, the drinks are excellent, and it's a place I always recommend for a great steak dinner.

We visited Fin & Fino at Birkdale for dinner. As a bonus, they were participating in Savor…read moreCharlotte. We'd made reservations, were greeted warmly and seated immediately upon arrival. We didn't use it on this visit, but they offer valet service, which is useful because of the parking congestion that can occur at Birkdale. My first impression was that this is a very beautiful restaurant. There is lots of lighting, thoughtful artistic pieces, and it has an airy, aquatic ambiance. Even the restrooms were lovely! There is an outdoor patio, as well as a front dining area where the bar is, and a rear dining area with visibility to the kitchen. The front and rear areas are separated by a glass waterfall sign bearing the restaurant's name. We had an absolute outstanding server named Saige. She was attentive and made great recommendations for us. To start, we had Caesar salads. The presentation of these was unique, having somewhat of a ruffled appearance. For the second course, we tried the sautéed shrimp with Cajun spice and charred bread as well as bacon wrapped scallops with Calabrian tomato jam. Finally, for the third course, we had the hanger steak with blue cheese butter and new potatoes. I love blue cheese, and I really loved it as an addition to this dish. Every item I tried, I would order again. Unfortunately, we didn't save room for dessert, but we've heard they are fantastic...next time! After dinner, we went and sat at the bar for a little while, and the staff there was just as delightful. Dining here was a whole experience that I plan to repeat again in the future!

My husband and I have gone to Finn & Fino a few different times recently, and it has quickly become…read moreone of our favorite spots. It's a very nice restaurant, but they truly take you as you are--you don't have to be dressed up to feel welcome. Every hostess we've encountered has been incredibly friendly, and you can tell the staff genuinely cares about making sure you have a great dining experience. The manager even comes around to check on guests, which is a thoughtful touch that you don't see everywhere. They also have amazing happy hour deals, especially on the oysters. The French fries are fantastic, and the burger is just as good. We've had consistently great experiences and look forward to coming back again.

Really big fan of this spot! Great food, service, drinks and ambiance. Every drink I've tried and…read moredish I've had has been great. It's also reasonably priced for being on the water. I like how it feels like three places in one - there's an outdoor area, dining room and bar. It's also kid friendly - shoutout to our waitress for taking care of us and making sure the kids were taken care of. Would highly recommend for any occasion. And make sure to try all of their fun drink infusions!

Found this place as a suggestion to watch the sunset (spoiler, this time of year it can't be seen…read morefrom the restaurant) but enjoyed the food. We ordered asparagus fries, mango bango shrimp for appetizers. The asparagus was delicious!! For dinner we got thr Mahi and seafood pasta. They gave nice portions and the server was so sweet. The place is beautiful and has a really nice view of the water which is a nice place to take a walk after you eat. Definitely recommend!

Stopped by Poke Lakes and was pleasantly surprised. The fish and vegetables were incredibly fresh,…read moreand for around $16, the bowl was packed with generous portions and a great variety of toppings. I definitely felt like I got my money's worth. The aioli was delicious, and all of the sauces complemented the bowl really well, especially the poke sauce. Even though it's outside of Charlotte, it's absolutely worth the stop if in the area and is a must-try if you're a poke fan. Definitely ranked high on my list of poke spots. I only wish it were closer to me because I'd be here all the time. The restaurant itself has a very aesthetic and inviting atmosphere, making it a great spot to grab a meal.

Great service, fresh fish, wonderful food…read more We stopped here for a late lunch that ended up being our early dinner. Mrs. K. and I do enjoy poke and it fits well when I'm on my keto diet. My vacation officially started this afternoon, so I'm not on keto. My bowl with tuna was on a brown rice base! Delicious, lots of different textures here and a big portion considering that this was the "small." The young lady at the counter was friendly and helpful and put together two of their "bespoke" bowls but asked along the way if we wanted to customize in any way. A delightful meal and we'll be back to Poke Lakes. [Review 1013 of 2025 - 4359 in North Carolina - 24567 overall]

Came here for a last minute date night…read more The lkn roll is a good "starter" sushi for non sushi eaters. They have rolls for experienced sushi eaters as well which is the one my husband enjoyed. The potstickers have an amazing flavor, highly recommended.

Stopped in around 1 pm for lunch on a Tuesday. It was quiet and we had our pick of seats. They have…read moreabout 16 different rolls plus sashimi, bowls, and appetizers. I wasn't looking for a beverage at lunch but they did have a full page menu of wine, sake, and cocktails. Their also had a long beer menu on their screens above the bar. Service was quick and the rolls were very good. The Not Your Typical Potstickers were a unique treat between the duck and corn dumpling - a great way to start the meal. If you're in Downtown Cornelius and looking for sushi stop by Cool Fish.