I haven't been to this place in YEARS, due to several bad experiences that felt very much like…read moreblatant discrimination in the past. Truly. But a good friend of mine said that they go all the time and haven't had any issues and wanted to get me to try it again. So, we went on a Saturday evening around 6ish. We didn't necessarily have any issues getting in, but the hostess did say that her security might have an issue with the shirt my friend had on, even though he was very dressed up. It made me uncomfortable and seemed threatning almost. But she let us in and everything was fine. I don't understand why Crave always acts this way. But then when I walk in I see people of non-color dressed any kind of way, casual, etc. It just really rubs me the wrong way and for it to happen to me EVERY time I go, only leads me to one conclusion... So, anyway. We were there and we ordered hookah drinks and had a good time. Our server was super sweet and chill. She really saved the visit. I had a good time, but I most likely will not be back again.

Came into Crave about 20 minutes before closing on the end of a first date, we needed a sweet treat…read moreto end the night. Basically everything was cleaned up for the night, but the staff absolutely came through for me. They had already put away most of the desserts and the chocolate dipped strawberries, but when my date went to the bathroom I asked if there was any way they could help me out, and they were incredibly kind about it. They managed to put together a slice of cheesecake for us and honestly made the whole night feel special. You can tell when people genuinely care about hospitality, and the team tonight really did. Super appreciative of the kindness and effort, especially that close to closing time. Y'all helped make a great memory.

First time at Imsomnia! When I walked in, there was nobody there. Employee came out and we ordered,…read moreshe was super quick. BEST COOKIES EVER. They were warm and gooey, chocolate was melty, amazing. Would recommend

The staff at this location were super friendly and helpful even though they seemed to be…read moreunderstaffed a bit. These cookies are always good and we love Insomnia because they also have a great Gluten Free cookie available. After work hours, this location feels a little "in the middle of nowhere" because all the shops near it close for the day.

Had a lovely solo night out at La Belle Helene! Had reservations in advance and was waited on…read morequickly and very attentively. I ordered the arugula salad which was incredibly delicious. Flavorful, with both very savory and yet light ingredients which made it perfect for an entree. Not too dense but also filling enough for the wait until dinner. Then the salmon a la plancha. The salmon was cooked to perfection and not overdone, which is unfortunately often the case. The perfect portion along with the tomatoes and kale to keep it rich, but still somehow light. Ended the night with their signature (and recommended) le citron lemon dessert which was to die for. The waitress also brought me some madelines with an adorable little personalized message to complement my little mom's solo night out. 10 out of 10 and certainly can't wait to come again!

Steak Frites (5/5): The steak was well seasoned and well cooked. Lots of flavor but maybe just a…read morebit tough (that might've been because it was ordered medium though). The fries were battered and very crispy. These are the best kind! Complimentary Puff Pastry (4/5): These had the flavor of the bread at Brazilian steakhouses but with a different texture. The pastry was crumbly and there was a chilled gruyere mousse inside. Nice way to start the meal. French Onion Soup (3/5): Thick soup with lots of flavor. A little too sweet and tangy for me. I liked how much cheese there was on top. Duck A L'Orange (3/5): The duck wasn't that great. The skin wasn't crispy and it was a little too gamey. There was also very little meat in general. The orange sauce was runnier than I expected and very subtle. Good amount of potatoes and green beans which were solid. La Ricane (4/5): Reminded me of a Snickers ice cream bar but instead of ice cream it was a fluffy nougat. Good, but hard to justify the price when the ice cream version from the store is better and much cheaper haha Complimentary Madeleine (3/5): Nice that they gave these out at the end of the meal! Soft and bready with a light lemon flavor. 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)

Good surface ... but most ice cream to me is a bit sweet to me . And I am not a Young woman…read moreanymore. The place clean and nice . Hundred percent recognize

Stopped by Golden Cow for an after lunch treat. They carry traditional and unique flavors and they…read morewelcome taste testing. I tried a handful of the flavors and they were pretty good. I went with Dunkamoo because it tasted like childhood. It was so good. The kiddie size was the perfect size. It's a small shop so there was only one employee working. He was friendly and helpful. There's some high-top seating inside, but choose to enjoy ours outside.

This bakery has the best Napoleons I have ever had anywhere! I have had my pick of New York…read morebakeries after living my entire life on Long Island and Villani's is the best I have ever had. They are open on Sundays which is hard to find in NC. They are friendly and accommodating. My son asked for napoleons as his birthday cake, so the lovely lady wrote on it for me which I appreciated very much. I always say I wish they were closer, but I probably would be in weekly if they were. Nice spot in Plaza Midwood so I don't mind coming here. Great Italian bakery.

Valani's is a must if you're in the mood for something sweet…read more Tried the Italian crème cake and a strawberry cream horn. The Italian crème cake was an easy 10/10, super rich, moist, and decadent without being overwhelming. You can tell it's done right. The strawberry cream horn was also really good. The strawberry flavor itself was pretty subtle, but the crème was light and airy, and the pastry shell had a great crisp to it. They have a small outdoor seating area, which is nice, because the inside is very... cozy. Staff is friendly and helped us choose these great desserts Also had their tiramisu here in the past and it was delicious. Overall, really solid bakery. I'd absolutely come back, especially for that Italian crème cake.

Amazing cookies I ordered off of DoorDash and the packaging was adorable and the cookies were so…read morewarm, me and my friend enjoyed it

Popped in yesterday to pick up a Too Good To Go and enjoyed a dozen of their classic cookies -…read morechocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, etc. It's a small shop on the first floor of a business center in downtown Charlotte. Since we were only running in and out, we just parked a block ahead on the street. The storefront is bright, open and clean, but there's no seating, so you have to take it to go which isn't a big deal since we were on our way to a book club anyway. Service was pleasant and quick, and you can't beat the value (12 cookies for $8 instead of $24). We will have a few to enjoy over the weekend now. I would definitely return. @azfitfoodfun

Milk glass does pop ups at the uptown farmers market and at other events throughout the Charlotte…read morearea. They're very creative with the baked goods ranging from cookies to galettes and everything in between. I've had the delicious banana bread, honey pie, cookies, empanadas, etc., check them out early at the market as the line can get pretty long.

Picked up a slice of pie from the Mistletoe Market at Camp Northend. They were out of Apple, so I…read morewent with Buttermilk. It was described as a custard pie with a layer of fruit, but there was hardly any fruit. I was hoping for a little tartness to cut through the super sweet custard. Although this wasn't my favorite flavor, I did like the crust. I also like their story and local ingredients. I'll be looking for them at the Uptown Farmer's Market to give them another try.

I have had the pleasure of trying I Stream of Yogurt a couple of times and it is always delicious…read more The owners are kind and offer great suggestions based on your likes. I love how smooth the texture is and the quality of the toppings. My most recent order was cookie crumble and what an awesome experience that was! The cookies on top were great all by themselves but paired with the yogurt, it was an absolute treat. Definitely give them a try!

I Stream of Yogurt is hands down the best yogurt spot in Charlotte! The service is top tier and the…read moreyogurt is soooo good. I'm lactose intolerant, and the yogurt has never upset my stomach! The owners, Kibwe and Adrian, love their customers and always have a smile on their faces! During the cold months, when it's too cool for yogurt, you can order s'mores and hot cocoa! I went to a private party once, and I Stream of Yogurt was there, the yogurt was a hit! Definitely a must have!!

Amazing ice cream and staff. Flavors are unique and delicious - something for everyone in the…read morefamily!

We recently tried out Golden Cow Creamery in Charlotte and enjoyed!…read more A couple of things that stood out for us was that it's really in the heart of Charlotte, which is nice, but didn't have a ton of flavor, toppings, or cone options. Apparently there was a ton of seasonal options that they ran out of, but the fact that there wasn't a chocolate brownie, dark chocolate, or chocolate peanut butter, or any Reese's of any kind was a bit upsetting. Those seem like pretty standard flavors which are fan favorites, but they weren't there. It's not to say that we didn't enjoy the experience, but they could use a lot of work by having more flavors, considerably more topping options, and even dipped waffle cones.

Drink was amazing and had fun playing with the games they had and my drink was made quickread more

After a great lunch, our family decided to stop by for dessert, and we're so glad we did. We…read moreordered two peach cobblers, a caramel apple cobbler, and a cinnamon roll, and everything was absolutely perfect. The cobblers came out piping hot and paired with the vanilla ice cream on the side, they were incredibly delicious and definitely something I'll be daydreaming about later. They were also playing great music over the speakers, which added to the atmosphere, and the service was fantastic. The employees offered great recommendations and were always attentive, anticipating what we needed. We would've included a photo of the food, but it disappeared faster than we expected . Do yourself a favor and bring your family here...you won't regret it.