Cajun-style food is so delicious, it's a shame I don't eat it as much as I do. I've heard plenty of…read morethis place as a "hidden gem" so I figured I would give it a whirl. I stopped in here on a Friday afternoon to grab a quick bite. Upon entrance, I really liked the paintings and other decorations spread throughout the dining room. The kitchen is visible as well which makes for a more immersive dining experience. The menu seemed to have plenty of seafood but I figured I'd opt for their special, a Blackened Red Snapper with Bacon Jalapeño Cream Sauce. It came with two sides so I decided to try out their okra and collard greens, after a recommendation from my waiter. I typically don't order collard greens but he said they have pork and are delicious. The place wasn't too busy so food came out quickly, about 10 minutes after I ordered. The food looked decent upon first glance, but I wasn't sold just yet. After my first bite of fish, I was taken aback by the delicious flavor of their cream sauce paired with the blackened fish. It was a solid portion of fish and tasted of good quality, so it didn't stand much a chance. The sides were also just as delicious. It's hard to mess up fried okra so my expectations were met to a tee. The collard greens were actually so incredible as well. I don't really know what they're made of but I definitely will be trying it more in the future, if other places prepare it as good. They also had a house hot sauce with was more flavor than heat, but paired wonderfully with everything. The whole meal was so good so I understand why they seem to a have solid amount of regulars at this place. The staff were very kind and attentive throughout the entire meal. If you want a taste of Louisiana, this place is a solid option in Charlotte.

WOW, Wow, wow! This restaurant SCREAMS for a five-star rating, but as this was our first time…read morehere, I am reluctant to immediately give one of my precious five-stars based on only a one time shot. That said, Yard Dog is not a dog at all, but a superb little restaurant with a great menu and mouth-watering foods. Oh boy! Wife and I entered and were surprised at just how small their dining area was. Couple that with a not-so-pleasant noise level, you will have difficulty seating more than four and conversation will be tough, but not impossible. You came to eat. It is a very cozy, busy and fun place. In addition to the super menu there is a chalk board with specials. Check those out first. I spotted catch of the day, which was Red Snapper, a favorite of mine, which came with two sides ($26). When served, it was three fillets, so the whole eatable parts of the fish, topped with a Cajun spice mixture and a horseradish sauce. This is a to-die-for or last meal item. The fish was perfectly cooked and my side of collards were as mammy has done for eons: flavorful with pork and a perfect complement to my catch of the day. And the fried okra was great and I paid the $.50 for ranch dressing, as fried okra SHOULD be so complemented. Wife does not eat sea food, so she was, initially, confronted with the challenge of finding a dish without seafood in it. She did. There were a number of options, like pasta with Andouille sausage ($21) which is listed as with shrimp, but they omitted the shrimp for her. She also spied blackened meatloaf and some other items for the next visit. The place is busy and the wait staff is hustling as fast as the kitchen can get orders out. The kitchen looks so small, but they are a blur of motion cooking and plating. Kudos to the kitchen and servers. Our server was Sophie and she was excellent. There are beverages on a separate menu, mostly wine, beer and hard cider, with some non-alcohol items also available. We both had hard cider at $6 a can. Draft beer was available at $7 a glass. We will definitely return, even give lunch a try. I will most likely answer the siren call for five stars, which is certainly in the cards. See for yourselves.

As a girl born in Texas, a really good chicken fried steak is practically part of my DNA. It's one…read moreof those comfort foods I don't eat often because it's so rich--but when I see it on a menu, it absolutely catches my attention. That's exactly what drew me to The Southern Pecan in SouthPark. Here in the South, they call it country fried steak, and I'm happy to report this one did not disappoint. I met a colleague there for lunch, and everything about the experience felt easy from the start. The restaurant is located in Phillips Place, a lovely little shopping area that feels a bit polished and upscale--with shops like Orvis, Tory Burch, and even a Restoration Hardware restaurant nearby. They do offer valet parking, which is a nice touch, though honestly parking is easy enough on your own. We had reservations through OpenTable and were seated on the patio, which was absolutely delightful for this time of year in Charlotte. The weather was perfect, the setting was relaxed, and the service started off warm and welcoming right away. Now, the food. The country fried steak was beautifully cooked--crispy on the outside, tender inside, and served with creamy mashed potatoes and gravy that hit all the nostalgic notes from my Texas upbringing. I paired it with a vegetable side (I believe it was broccoli or corn), and it was a classic Southern plate done right. We also enjoyed a couple of cocktails, and to finish, we split a praline bread pudding, which felt like the perfect Southern ending to the meal--sweet, comforting, and indulgent without being overwhelming. The staff was friendly and attentive, and one of the things I continue to appreciate about Charlotte is how easy it is to connect with people. We even chatted with diners at nearby tables, which added to that welcoming, community feel that makes dining out here so enjoyable--especially for someone coming from the Bay Area. Prices felt fair for the quality, the setting, and the portion sizes, and overall the experience left a great impression. Bottom line: If you're craving a solid Southern classic like country fried steak--or just want a relaxed patio lunch in a charming part of SouthPark--The Southern Pecan is definitely worth a visit. And as someone happily eating my way through Charlotte and the Southeast, this stop was another reminder that the journey has been a delicious one.

Great time at Southern Pecan. Promptly seated and order taken. Service was excellent to start. We…read morebegan with the Roasted Poblano Pimento Cheese. It was amazing. The bread was hot and soft. The cheese was delicious as well. Will definitely order this again. For the mains, we went with the Chicken and Dumplings and the Southern Fried Steak. The Chicken and Dumplings were amazing as well. I always worry about the balance of chicken vs dumplings but this was very well balanced and delicious. The dumplings were cooked well and the chicken was very flavorful. The Southern Fried Steak was fantastic and well. No complaints about this dish either. Every component was well made and delicious. The only complaint I had was the service really went down hill after we got our meal. Our server didn't check on us until she delivered the bill which was disappointing because initially the service started out so well. The Southern Pecan is a good spot. Stop in and grab a bite.

Haven't been in a while because things were not as good as before. I'm here to tell you things have…read moretaken a major upswing!! Food was great, new menu items and excellent service.

Wow! My wife and son took me here for a pre-birthday dinner. Our server "Mo" on point with…read moreeverything. The restaurant itself was cool vibe. The food just look at the photos, just amazing. If you're ever in Concord or shopping at the mall stop in! It definitely worth the trip

This is not real authentic cajun food. The gator bites are not gator, I'm actually not sure what…read morethey were because they were chewy kind of like gizzards. The spinach dip did not have much crawfish in it and the crawfish I did taste was not fresh--the chips were also stale. The étouffée was not étouffée, it was more of a seafood spaghetti sauce over rice with extra cayenne pepper. This place was a huge disappointment. It actually made me sick. The waiter was great, very personable. The restaurant also had a nice ambiance, including a small outdoor seating area. Also the beignets were not beignets, more like fried biscuits shaped like beignets with powdered sugar.

I don't know if we just got unlucky or what but this was really bad. My friend and I came here for…read moredinner and drinks but it was very disappointing. The service was strange because our server was super nice and friendly but otherwise not good. He repeated my friends order wrong multiple times and she kept correcting him and he eventually said the correct item but then when she got it, it was incorrect. Both of our orders were not good. The quality and taste were awful. My friend was given a free item or discount coupon since her order was wrong but the whole experience was so bad that she left it on the table because we both decided we would not be back.

Highly recommend! Great food and very reasonable pricing for what you get! Now this is a low…read morecountry boil so it's not a saucy shrimp bowl (I forgot that). The food is made to order and very fresh. We got there about 30 minutes before closing but still received great service. We got the low country boil with shrimp potatoes and corn and subbed out sausage for more corn. The potatoes were cooked perfect which says a lot and the shrimp was delicious and corn on was not mushy. I have also gotten a fish sandwiche here and it was delicious. Definitely worth checking out !

First off this appears to be great little local owned business which I really appreciate. They also…read moreseem to be relatively new. Now let's look at what is important. Lots of parking but I did have to do a U turn to get back to the restaurant. This was an old chain restaurant building so the drive through area isn't used. The building is dated and in need of repair but that isn't their fault as I am sure they are renting it. The food. Decent menu with steamed, grilled and fried options. I went with the small low country boil which was plenty. It was good. Could have soaked a bit if it was in fact boiled to pick up more of the flavor. I got a side bowl of gumbo. Interesting as it didn't come over rice. It was ok but let remember I worked in Louisiana for a decade plus so I can be a Cajun food snob. Service was awesome. Very friendly and the checked on me a couple of times. A huge majority of the customers get it to go. They have picnic tables inside to eat at and that is what I chose. Friendly service and decent food so a good option if in the area.

This place is the one. You need no other seafood boil place than this - they are elite. We ordered…read morecracker style seasoned, which is butter, lemon pepper, and Cajun and then medium hot. It was PERFECT and I could've drank the sauce. They put big chunks of fresh garlic in it. I highly recommend peeling your shrimp first and then letting them soak up the juice - game changer. This is my new spot and I can't wait to come back! It's clean, they have great service, and convenient to home.

Food was great! I got the Catfish And Shrimp Combo with Cajun fries!! Everything was Hot and…read moreFresh!! The house sauce has a lil kick and very flavorful! Nicole was a great Waitress and let me know all the specials that was available!! I do recommend this place for those who loves fresh food, not long for service and great atmosphere!

Just tried them for the first time since moving to Uptown: ON POINT!…read moreThe catfish is well seasoned and the sides are perfect. Very nice portions! *In fact, I ordered two fish and they gave me three! Not a bad first impression!

The food wasn't amazing. It was mediocre. I was not pleased. It's possible my taste buds are…read morechanging. I suggest you try it for yourself.

On Saturday after my daughter's graduation we dined at Crab Du Jour. We were a party of four and…read morethe hostess walked us to a booth by the bar area. Maya was our waitress/bartender! Maya was very friendly and professional. The drinks were strong and on point- with buy one get one half off. The food here is consistently good! I'm so glad that my daughter chose to celebrate earning her Master's Degree here because Maya and the entire environment was a vibe

My family and I have eaten here before, which is why tonight's experience was so disappointing…read more The first red flag was my drink. It arrived super late but before the food, and it was absolutely disgusting. I couldn't even drink it because it tasted so bad. Unfortunately, the food wasn't any better. I ordered the crab boil, and it was completely bland. It had little to no seasoning or flavor, which was shocking because I've ordered it here before and it was actually good. This time it honestly tasted like the seasoning had been forgotten altogether besides the spice. This was, without question, one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences I've had in a long time.