Fresh Chef Kitchen

The Hill was so good on my previous solo visit on Tuesday , I decided to bring my coworker for…read morelunch. They had some great specials including one that Eric enjoyed. He ordered the cheeseburger quesadilla lunch with onion pedals. I ordered the Turkey Cuban sammich with fries and I decided to try their soup of the day, black bean soup. Great meal! Brittany took good care of us. This was an appreciate lunch for Eric after his first month with the company. He had not been to the Hill so I think I helped him find his new favorite place on Mint Hill! It's always relaxed with nice people. I highly recommend the Hill for anyone that enjoys great food in a great atmosphere. Cheers!

Love this local bar and grill. The owner is super friendly and usually present in the restaurant…read more Their fried pickles are some of the best I have had in the area. This visit I tried the hill style wings for the first time and they were great! The ranch is homemade and delicious!

Tuesday lunch crowd.

Mahi Mahi tacos yummy

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Dunwellz

4.1(401 reviews)

3.1 mi

Great food, amazing service, reasonable prices, and exceptionally clean! If I was closer, I would…read morebe a regular

You know those places that the locals like to keep to themselves, but you always see it in passing…read moreand wonder how it is? Dunwellz is definitely that. Walking in, it looks clean and put together. We were greeted promptly and opted to sit at the bar. They have daily specials, which is always a plus in my book, and plenty of options for food. I must say, while sitting at the bar, everyone demolished their meals and we all had something different. If you check this place out, I recommend trying the sweet potato tots. They were the recommendation that made me stop in initially. I have enjoyed my visits here over time.

Bar area

Yummy French Dip Sandwich

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Bacon Cheeseburger

The Collective Cafe

4.5(144 reviews)

4.9 mi

The dining space is quite large and the seating was somewhat comfortable. It has more of a…read morerestaurant than a cafe feel. I just wanted something to snack on so despite the large menu, I chose to get a guava and cheese empanada. The flavor was good but it wasn't worth the price tag (almost $5). I tried to order a nitro cold brew but was told they were out, and had been for years.....so I ordered an iced cafe con leche. I had to ask for it 3 times because the cashier didn't seem to know what is was, despite being on the menu hanging above her head. Her co-worker had to show her which button to hit on the POS. I'm sorry to say that this was the worst coffee I've ever had. No flavor at all. It tasted like watered down milk. They should probably fix their menu because calling that a cafe con leche was completely misleading. Overall, a very unpleasant experience.

I really like this place. An oasis in the chaos that Matthews has become…read more There's a warm atmosphere - inside & outside seating is attractive and plentiful. (I grabbed a pillow for working with my sore back.) Lovely chill vibe. Even the regulars are friendly! Great food & drink options- they offer catering services. Nice place to meet up with friends or business associates. Lots of parking also. And they offer a formalized working space next door for those who need to rent a work spot on a more consistent basis. A new favorite of mine.

Cheese empanadas and sweet potato fries

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Moo & Brew

4.1(75 reviews)

5.7 mi

We decided to grab a family dinner last week, while we were visiting our daughter in Charlotte. So…read morewe drove to this Moo & Brew location, because they have excellent Google and Yelp reviews. Upon arrival, we decided to choose their outdoor seating rather than their indoor seating because the weather was very nice. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive during our dining experience. We decided to our a Moo melt, a couple of buy your own burgers. Everything we ordered was served hot and delicious. Overall dining experience was great and I'm sure that we will return for another visit .

Food is decent, however I wouldn't say outstanding. The service has been much better and genuine!…read moreThe vibe is always busy, especially outside on the deck. Beer selection is great as are the cocktails. The 32oz bucket could use an adjustment to the liquor with the bigger size lol but for the price, I guess the weak drink was ok. Pork rinds came out hot and the dipping sauce was tasty!

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Peter Piper & Sweet Potato Fries

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Touchdown Wings

3.7(19 reviews)

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Can I just say I was ABSOLUTELY SHOCKED with the portion size. I ordered a shrimp fried rice with…read moreDoorDash and not only was it delicious they gave me enough to eat for the rest of the week. Who ever filled my plate today I thank you. Will definitely be eating from here.

Honest Review I…read moretried Touchdown Wings for the first time tonight and ordered the 10pc Wings Combo with fries and a Pepsi Zero. I got the BBQ Gold wings with ranch. The BBQ Gold sauce was DELICIOUS! However, the chicken itself had absolutely no seasoning, and neither did the fries. I definitely love my food seasoned, so that was a little disappointing--especially because I can cook and I like to taste seasoning as soon as I take my first bite . The fries were hot, and the wings were hot, so that was a plus. I ended up adding some Lawry's seasoning myself, and OMG... that made both the chicken and fries taste 100x better! I did order about 27 minutes before closing, so maybe that played a part, but I'd definitely give them another try because that BBQ Gold sauce was really good. Next time, I just need y'all to season that chicken and those fries! Overall: good sauce, hot food, but definitely needs more seasoning. Update: I ordered again today for the second time. I had the 10-piece combo with BBQ Gold again. No seasoning on the fries, smh, and no seasoning on the meat. This time, some of the meat was so hard that I couldn't even swallow it. Some of it was way too hard and overcooked, smh. I definitely will not be ordering again.

Shrimp fried rice

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Pepsi Zero

Panzu Brewery

4.4(62 reviews)

3.0 mi

I ordered the chicharrón plate with tostones, and it did not disappoint! Everything was packed with…read moreflavor. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu!

I've driven by this place for years and finally came in tonight. I had two different types of wings…read moreand a chicken empanada, all of which were awesome. The black lite Black lager is outstanding as well. All of the people in the place were friendly, including the staff and customers, and Audrey was an outstanding server/bartender. They have a cool interior, a big deck hang out on, and a couple fire pits.

Canal de la Mona and Las Mariposas

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Kabab-Je Rotisserie & Grille

4.6(853 reviews)

4.6 mi

I ate dinner at Kebab-Je last night. The food (stuffed grape leaves, chicken kebab) was delicious…read moreand the service was speedy. I would happily eat here again.

I've never had a bad meal here! The waiters will give you their best recommendations and explain…read moreanything you need on the menu. Highly recommend for any lunch or dinner for family or date!

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The Exchange Pizza Depot

4.5(107 reviews)

5.8 mi

I'm here now...during business hours...& yet an employee just told me they're closed annoyed…read morebecause I planned my day around this. Update your business hours - gas is expensive.

And while I'm on the subject about Pizza... This thick crusted, saucy and fresh mozzarella layer,…read morepepperoni and sausage topped, finished with red onions pizza was a delightful enjoyment explosion in my mouth. The entire crust is soft, which makes it all edible. This joint has got to be a top 5 in Matthews. #GratuityAdded #pizza #Matthews #foodporn #pizzalover #MatthewsEats #pizzatime #instafood #italianfood #cltfoodies #pizzalovers #pasta #pizzeria #foodblogger #foodphotography #foodlover #foodstagram #delicious #pizzaria #instagood #love #areyoufriendswithher #pizzagram #italy #trythischarlotte #cinco #jerseyshorefamilyvacation

Buffalo Chicken with Bacon

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McDonald's

2.4(41 reviews)

0.1 mi

I visited this McDonald's location today Aug. 26th around 1:30 pm. I had placed a mobile order and…read morecounter pickup. That was the first time I had been inside and I was pleasantly surprised and even decided to eat in. The biggest reason for that was one look at the French fries!!! The medium size was full and looked like perfection!!! I have even worked at McDonald's and given them a 10 out of 10 for my meal!

False advertising unprofessional staff. Refused to honor prices clearly posted on menu sign. When…read morequestioned as to why, they refused service rather than honor what was posted. Epic fail! When I asked to speak to a manager, the employee they said they were the manager. Save your money for a business that still understands how to treat people

Outside, restaurant, mcdonald's

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Shake Shake Seafood Monroe

4.1(62 reviews)

8.7 mi

We were looking for someplace that did low boils - and we found a place!! Shake Shake seafood does…read morelow boils for everyone individually making sure that everyone gets what they want! The seafood was cooked to perfection and was delivered promptly. Three things I would recommend to improve on: paper towels instead of napkins; make the fried calamari starter a larger portion; and make sure people eating crabs have the necessary tools when the meal is served. Overall this place was pretty awesome for an in-land seafood restaurant. Better than most at the seashore!! Highly recommend trying Shake Shake Seafood in Monroe. I know we will be!!

If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would, but unfortunately, the lowest option is one…read more I came in on Saturday and ordered a lobster combo to go. When I got home, I noticed there was a foreign object in my food that absolutely should not have been there. I wasn't able to call Saturday because it was too late, and I had to work all day Sunday. I called Monday to report the issue and give the restaurant an opportunity to address it. I spoke with the general manager, Tan, and his response was extremely disappointing. He was very defensive, aggressive, and downright rude. Instead of listening to my concern, he questioned me by saying, "Why are you just now calling me?" and "Why are you calling me out of the blue?" The fact remains that regardless of when I called, there was a foreign object in my food that should not have been there. The timing of my call does not change what happened or make the issue any less concerning. I called when I was able to, and I should have been able to report my experience without being treated disrespectfully. I was calmly explaining what happened, yet he repeatedly told me to "calm down," as if I were the one being aggressive or unreasonable. I was not calling to argue or cause a problem. I was simply trying to make the restaurant aware of a serious issue with my order. What made the situation even worse was the attitude I received from management. Rather than taking the complaint seriously and addressing the food-safety concern, I felt like I was being treated as though I had done something wrong by calling. I did not ask for the foreign object or the additional ingredient that was found in my food, and it should not have been there in the first place. After this experience, I will not be spending my money at this restaurant again. I am also considering contacting the local health department regarding what I found in my food because this is a concern that should be taken seriously. Customers should be able to report legitimate concerns without being met with defensiveness, aggression, or disrespect. The facts remain the same regardless of when I called: there was something in my food that should not have been there, and the way management handled my complaint was completely unacceptable.

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Fried calamari appetizer, $8

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Sarah M.

4 years ago

I will give this place a 4.5. So many great things... We (my husband and I) sat at the bar at close to 9pm on this past Friday night. We were greeted by Heather (she's great btw) and she took our drink order quickly. Drinks brought, Heather asked us if we'd been here before (we had not even though living less than 5 miles away forever). She offered us a taste of chicken salad (we declined, because fruit should not be in chk salad imo), so she offered a taste of spinach artichoke dip. I said yes, because yum! Well, it was good but was really leaking a bit of salt. I might order again. Husband ordered the teriyaki filet with mashed potatoes and soup which was broccoli cheese. The soup was amazing... The teriyaki filet (cooked to MR) was amazing... The meatloaf with marsala sauce was damn good but could have used a few more mushrooms and about twice the sauce. Downside... The mashed potatoes. My meatloaf came with them and bland is the best word to describe them. My husband also got the mash with his filet... So shockingly unseasoned. We will be back for sure, especially for the service, thank you Heather and Ryan... Y'all were fantastic and can't wait to see you again. read more

Eric C.

4 years ago

Stopped in for breakfast one day and had the California Benedict. Now I'm hooked and stuck in a breakfast rut. Been back six times just for this. A shame as I haven't tried anything else but have to assume, based on this, that the other menu options are just as good. Great friendly staff and attentive manager plus good food. Definitely a five star for me. read more

Carrie M.

7 years ago

I visited Fresh Chef tonight with my boyfriend. Our waitress name was Stephanie and she was excellent! Very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us great suggestions on what to order which was the pimento cheese. It was so good! I would recommend this place to anyone! Order the pimento cheese and lemon drop martinis! read more

Movilup O.

3 years ago

Indulge your senses at this culinary haven, where every dish is a masterpiece. From the exquisite flavors to the meticulous plating, the attention to detail is simply exceptional. Immerse yourself in a world of gastronomic delight at this extraordinary restaurant. read more

Tara M.

3 years ago

Awesome service and food quality is great. I love their breakfast options especially their pecan waffles , cheesy grits and breakfast burritos - read more

Michael D.

7 years ago

Keisha J was just an amazing server tonight. Our family really enjoyed her wonderful personality. My favorite going forward.

Soon C.

116

5 years ago

Great service, great portions, and great taste. Average price is 15 to twenty dollars for any meal worth getting.

Christine H.

7 years ago

Delicious. Great selection and the food was tasty. Service was excellent and we really enjoyed out meal.

Val J.

7 years ago

Very nice atmosphere and good food-good service ..plan to visit again.The menu is pretty reasonable

Michelle A.

5 years ago

Lunch was amazing. Great options and even better customer service. Recommend to all in the area.

Charlie M.

8 years ago

Great new restaurant in the area! We are so excited! Excellent service and great fresh food!

Paula W.

295

3 years ago

Great food! It is fresh and very delicious. The staff is very friendly. Highly recommend.

Ren M.

4 years ago

Over priced for frozen food that's been thawed and slapped on a plate. Food was not good

S-asha K.

175

3 years ago

Food was great, staff friendly. Just moved to the area and have been by a few times now.

Michele H.

8 years ago

Great experience here. Great food & awesome service. Recommend for everyone.

David G.

5 years ago

Great food at reasonable prices.

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