My husband and I were in Charlotte for the evening and we took a chance on walking in to The…read moreDegenerate. It was a Friday night two weeks before Christmas, but it was only 5:45pm so I feel like we got lucky. We were able to walk in and be seated right away. We ordered cocktails and embraced the tapas menu, ordering too many things to sample and share. We sadly had to leave some of it behind. Our waitress was a sweetheart and though the restaurant space was big and open, the warm wood and exposed brick inside made it feel welcoming and cozy. There was enough room between tables that we didn't feel crammed in and the table was big enough to hold all the delicious goodness. I felt like two top tables can sometimes barely hold your water glass and bread plate. We head to Charlotte pretty regularly for various things, and I would like to bring our teenage boys back sometime. I think they would really like the menu and style of the restaurant. Nice enough for a quick date night before and event, but casual enough that I feel like we could bring the teens and not have to "dress up".

This is me and my lady's favorite date spot. Great small plates, great cocktails, rotating menu…read more Service is always quick, too. I do think the interior sometimes feels a bit too "open-concept," if you know what I mean... ...but who cares?! The food is great! Of the stuff that stays on the menu, I really like: the chicken sandwich, the tandoori carrots, the mussels, and the pierogis. As for the current menu: I really like the watermelon caprese salad, scallops, and curry chicken tacos.

Growler's is amazing pub style casual spot. It's loud with both chatter and music. It would be a…read moregood place to meet friends for beers and a bite. Our food was just okay. We ordered the kale Caesar, the nachos, and fries. The nacho cheese tasted very processed and they didn't come with salsa. When I asked the waitress for some, she said that they don't actually have salsa. The fries were the best thing we had. I'd go again, but probably just to have a drink.

Service was great and it's a fun atmosphere to watch sports. We were looking for the college…read morebaseball championship and enjoyed sitting at the bar and watching the game. They have several options for draft beer and a lot of them are local craft brews which we enjoy. We like to support local businesses and so does Growlers. They source their ingredients from local farms! The flavor profiles for the things we ordered were very good but there were a few execution issues. The Carnitas Nachos were good but the chips were not crisp, and the cheese sauce was grainy. The carnitas were tender but could use more seasoning, and once you get past the top layer, it's mostly just chips. I ordered the wings and asked for the three pepper and the jerk. I chose the blue cheese dip and it's the best that I've had in a very, very long time. Thick and creamy with lots of chunky blue. I'd go back just for that. The three pepper was delicious and the wings still had a super crispy skin. Absolutely an excellent wing. The flavor of the jerk is amazing. It's a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and warm spices, but the sauce had been reduced down too quickly and you still got the graininess from the spice. Overall, a few things could be tweaked, but it was a fun experience.

I was nearly done with work, it's time to wind down. I stopped at NoDa in the early afternoon to…read morefind the place pretty deserted. I was able to order a beer and find a quiet place to take one last work call before it was time to fight the traffic getting home. NoDa was peaceful, the beer was excellent and as much as I wanted one of those delicious looking pizzas, Mrs. K. was cooking a steak for dinner this evening. NoDa has a large parking lot, a variety of beers and large seating areas both inside and out. This is truly a five star brewpub. [Review 580 of 2026 - 4670 in North Carolina - 25761 overall]

This place was cool! It's very spacious with plenty of places to sit both inside and outside…read more They have another business located inside with a full menu. My coworkers liked the pizza and I liked the chicken quesadilla I got. I also had a mocktail and NoDa and it was pretty good. I also ended up getting a T shirt which they have quite a few shirts and hats to choose from. The service was great also. If you're visiting or a local this is great place to hang out.

Okay I loved this place! It's a huge space, and they had a nice selection of beers to choose from…read more They also had a food truck out front, with a lineup of food trucks throughout the month. Moreover, there were tons of events and activities planned. Some regularly scheduled, some one-offs, this really seemed like a third space for people. It's dog friendly, has indoor and outdoor seating, not too far from the light rail, friendly bar tenders and plenty of board games if you want to be lowkey. Wish it were closer to us! We will definitely be back

Great brewery with solid beer and great seating throughout the inside and outside. Parking is a bit…read morecramped but that can be expected in this area of NODA. Service was great and I can't wait to be back to try more of their beers.

Back to my favorite CLT brewery. I've probably been here 50 times. Will return for the beer and…read moreatmosphere. Scale: 1-5 Beer: 5 - Basking in the Glow Hazy IPA is my favorite. They had a dark smooth beer on nitro Death Clock which was awesome while it lasted. I have tried several others that were good but I keep going back to my favorites. Atmosphere: 5 - Relaxed. One of the best atmosphere's in the country. Dozens of old leather couches and litter the concrete floor sitting on rugs. It is undeniably cozy! I just sit and chill out. Especially when they have live music going which is several times a week. The beer is good but I return for the atmosphere. Service: 5 - Ordered at the bar. Beer delivery is quick. Knowledgeable staff! Food: truck is here on weekends which is when I stop by. Cultural/Political Agenda (1-5): 5 -Everyone is welcome. No preachy nonsense or virtue signaling, just beer, as it should be.

This place is huge!!! There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Dogs are allowed. They host…read moredifferent events throughout the week. There's a speakeasy room. I'm not sure if they ever close the room to make it into a speakeasy but it was opened when we were there. They don't service food but there was a food truck on the property. The food truck is called Lucky Duck. I'm not sure if different food trucks come on different days. We got fries, wrap, and grilled cheese. The grilled cheese would have been so good if there was sauce to dip into. Otherwise the food was really good.

We pop in for bingo (second Tuesday of the month) and always have a great time!…read more Parking can be a bit of a challenge, so I often find myself parking across the street, though I'm usually going at a busier time. The bar is divey, and you can find very cheap drinks, especially if you go for the daily specials. The bartenders are nice - beware that they do keep your card if you keep your tab open - and seem to know the regulars. In addition to monthly bingo, they seem to host drag events, have video games and board games available to play, as well as several TVs. Plus, dogs can go inside and out. The bar does not serve food, though usually there is a vendor there. Looking forward to next month!

Part neighborhood pub, part dive bar, Hattie's has a reputation as a hipster hang out (I don't mean…read morethat in a bad way but I know some may take it that way). There is no food but they have cheap drinks, old school games, a spacious patio, and they host cool events like bingo night. Their motto is "Mind your P's and Q's" which I found amusing. I have only been in a few times so I can comment on if their patrons typically adhere to this code of conduct! Overall I think it is worth checking out if you've never been and maybe it will grab you and you will want to become a regular. Me personally it's a little out of the way to become a regular haunt located in between Plaza and NoDa but not walking distance from either. Also it's not that the service was ever unfriendly but I just didn't feel like it was my vibe. Still a cool bar though and I can see why other enjoy it.

What an awesome hangout right in the heart of NoDa! I came here a couple weeks ago on a Monday…read morearound 7pm. This is one of the few bars open on that day so that's a plus! There is limited parking but I found a spot nearby in the street. We had a couple glasses of wine (bubbly for me, red for him) and sat inside at one of the cozy seating areas. A few people trickled in an out throughout the night but overall it was mostly quiet. Owners and bartenders were very friendly and didn't even say anything when we lost track of closing time! Will definitely be back :)

Ample outdoor seating. Chill vibes. Accommodating staff. Dog friendly. Drinks are running $7+ for…read morebeer. Serve sangria. Cucumber mint sangria was tasty. It's a cute little hide-away within a booming area of NoDa. Come prepared to play jenga for parking or pay.

Such a great spot--especially the rooftop. It's beautiful up there and perfect for catching the…read moresunset. They've also got some fun games, which makes it a really nice, low-key date spot. My partner and I had a great time. The drinks were solid and the staff was super attentive throughout. Definitely one of those places you go for the vibe and end up staying longer than planned.

Great place! Lots of seating and nice outdoor area and rooftop!…read more Drinks were good! There was a bit of line and long wait initially for drinks. Many tables outside were dirty.

As a foodie transplant from the Bay Area, I'm always on the hunt for dishes that remind me of…read morememorable meals from past travels. One that has stuck with me for years was a rosemary roasted potato pizza I discovered in a little hole-in-the-wall spot in Winnemucca, Nevada. When I saw a similar option on the menu here, I had to give it a try. I ordered the Liberation pizza and added Italian sausage, along with a side of wings and blue cheese. I was also curious about the Mexican street corn but requested it on the side so it wouldn't get soggy during the ride home. The timing was accurate--they quoted about 20 minutes--but parking in this area of North Davidson can be a bit challenging, especially during busy hours. It's a lively, high-traffic intersection, so plan accordingly if you're picking up. Here's where things got a little bumpy. When I got home, I realized the pizzas in the box were not mine. I called the restaurant, and to their credit, they immediately apologized and offered to remake the order right away. That kind of responsiveness goes a long way, and I appreciated their willingness to make it right without hesitation. I drove back to pick up the corrected order, and the staff again apologized and had everything ready. Unfortunately, when I got home the second time, the wings were there--but the blue cheese was missing. At that point, it was late, and I decided to just call it a night. Lesson learned on my end: always take a moment to check the order before leaving. Rookie mistake. Now for the food itself: * Pizza: Delicious overall, with great flavor and quality ingredients. I personally prefer a thinner crust, but the taste was solid. The truffle oil was a bit heavy for my palate and slightly overpowered the other flavors. I also would have preferred the sausage to be crumbled rather than in larger chunks for more even distribution. * Wings: Very good--crispy, well-seasoned, and satisfying. They just really needed that blue cheese to complete the experience. Despite the hiccups, the team handled the situation professionally, and the food quality is clearly there. This is a popular neighborhood spot with creative menu options, and I'd absolutely give them another try. Helpful tip for future customers: Parking can be tight, and takeout orders can get busy--so double-check your order before you leave. It'll save you a second trip. Overall, a lively local place with strong flavors, good recovery on service, and a menu that's worth exploring.

Great spot overall. They've even been recognized by the James Beard Foundation for their pizzas,…read morewhich makes sense once you try them. We each got a drink (strong--in a good way) and ordered pizzas to go: the elote chicken and the liberation potato. Both were super unique and honestly really good. Definitely not your typical pizza lineup, but that's what makes it worth it.

Cool place It's a popular spot…read more Nice beer selection Great in summer time with friends

I didn't really like HopFly. I went there because I heard that they had a few great sour drinks,…read morebut I wasn't really impressed when I looked at their beer list. I did end up getting one (1) of their sours, and it was alright, but nothing special. In addition, I went on a weekday night, so it's not really fair to compare it to a weekend night type of vibe, but nevertheless, the vibe was kind of lame, and I didn't love the ambiance. I will say that the bartender was very nice, and I could see how HopFly might be a fun place to go on the weekends. Overall, HopFly wasn't terrible, but considering all the other bars and breweries in the area, it might be a while before I come back.