Barrel and Fork is top shelf!! Dined there last week with a group of friends to celebrate my…read morebirthday early. The atmosphere is so chill and welcoming! The service was outstanding. And the food.....well worth it as it was fantastic! Everyone in our group loved their meal. It was nice to have a leisurely dinner and not feel rushed by the staff. After dinner we enjoyed their updated outdoor patio. The new owners have outdone themselves!!! Highly recommend!

For our anniversary this past April, we decided to return to Barrel & Fork in Cornelius because our…read morefirst visit a few years ago had been genuinely memorable. Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Despite having reservations, the arrival and seating process felt disorganized. Our server was very friendly and sweet, but she was also somewhat aloof, rarely checked on us, and didn't seem particularly knowledgeable about the kitchen or menu. She mentioned at least five times that they had a new chef and that the menu had become "eclectic." In retrospect, that should have been a warning. Unfortunately, we did not have a single item of food that we would order again. At this price point, that is unacceptable--especially when outstanding premium restaurants such as Seaboy are literally just down the road. We started with a fried rice-ball appetizer and a mozzarella plate. Both desperately needed seasoning and were surprisingly bland. My Caesar salad was tiny, limp, and somehow almost entirely flavorless. My wife ordered a fried game-bird entrée--quail, if I remember correctly. I can't say exactly what went wrong in the kitchen, but the coating had the stale-oil flavor of McDonald's fries discovered three months too late. The accompanying sauce was murky, visually unappealing, and did absolutely nothing to rescue the dish. I love fried chicken, and even I couldn't eat hers. When our server cleared the plate, approximately 95% of the entrée was still sitting there. The server asked if my wife didn't like it, and she commented that it was not very good and explained why, yet they did not offer to make any changes or even discount that part of the bill which felt like a significant missed opportunity to address an obviously unsuccessful dish. I ordered the trout. Even allowing for the smaller portions common at upscale restaurants, it was one of the smallest entrées I have ever been served. Unfortunately, it didn't deliver enough flavor or refinement to make up for its size. By the time dessert was offered, we had no interest in spending more money after being disappointed by the appetizers, salads, and entrées. The beautiful historic home, atmosphere, and front-porch dining remain fantastic. Sadly, the food and overall experience no longer lived up to that wonderful setting. Our first visit was mind-blowing. This visit ensured that we won't return. Unless a massive sign appears out front announcing new management, a new chef, new staff, and an entirely new everything, we will spend our future anniversary dinners elsewhere. To those about to nosh, you have been warned.

The hype is right for 131 Main. We dined at 131 last night. It was packed-so make sure you make a…read morereservation. We were promptly greeted by the hostess and sat at the start of our reservation time! Service was great-I don't get to say that all the time, but the servers were attentive and responsive. We had the cornbread and the double dipper -I recommend both. I can't wait to return to 131 Main. The foodwas awesome, great service! We had a great date and a lovely evening You will enjoy this place with you honey!

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.

Sad to see this location closed! Unfortunately, this…read morerestaurant is now permanently closed. If you're craving their signature chicken & waffles, hand-crafted cocktails, or that delicious kale salad, you'll need to head to their Huntersville location.

Came here for my bday dinner with some friends. It was cool but not extraordinary…read more Someone ordered the wings. They were hella good. Cooked to perfection, flavorful and crisp. Not fried too hard but perfectly crispy. Would definitely order these again. I had the cesaer salad. Hell yes! The anchovies were big and gave it the right amount of saltiness. The roman was perfectly covered in dressing. I'll definitely order that again. Scraped the plate lol. For my main I ordered the 6oz filet (medium well), the lobster tail, and the lobster mac n cheese. Here's where things get a little sticky... The filet was immaculate. Cooked just as I asked, flavorful, and tender. You don't even need any sauce. It's good as is. I should have gotten some just to try and see if it would enhance my tastebuds even more. The lobster tail tasted like cleaning products. As if someone had wiped down the counter than sat my lobster tail on the same counter before cooking. I had to sent it back after the first bite. Couldn't risk it. The truffle lobster mac n cheese has no truffle and no cheese. It's soup based, meaning creamy but not cheesy. Can't be cheesy since there's 0 cheese in it. Just noodles and cream. The lobster meat is minced and minimal. You can't even tell it's in there. And the flavor was trash. Don't waste your money ordering that. Parking was in a parking garage. Not free and idk if they validate since not one staff member mentioned it (if they do).

Solid bar with solid food. Nothing crazy but nothing bad either. Prices are good and you won't be…read moredisappointed. Inside is pretty cramped but the service is good. The chicken tenders were a little tough but you could tell it was real chicken. Overall a great spot if you just want some easy bar food.

This was a place that was on a number of YouTube videos for Hickory so we decided to get a beer…read morehere. It was VERY busy, but we got a table in the bar. We ordered a beer each but honestly they were a bit flat. We didn't send them back, but also didn't want to complain or order another so a beer each and out. It was okay, nothing special.

We had such a great time our first experience at Savannah Oyster. My wife and I ended up having 48…read moreraw oysters and a few small plates. We sat at the bar the whole time I usually don't like that but it was so comfortable and the bartender was great to hang with. I would definitely recommend this spot. The deco was soothing and food was delicious

We had James as our server and loved him! He was very knowledgeable on the oyster menu…read morespecifically. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meals fully. We also loved the seafood tower with the shrimp, oysters, crab Louie, and ceviche The seafood tagliatelle was full of calamari, shrimp, and mussels with a very southern spice inspired sauce

INCREDIBLE FOOD AND SERVICE!!!! Asia was our waitress and from the moment we walked in, we were…read moregreeted warmly and seated promptly. Asia walked up and was bubbly, knowledgeable and gave us the best recommendations! We laughed, ate and enjoyed having her serve us. The restaurant is clean, well lit and such a cute vibe! Definitely planning to return!!

This was my first time dining here. I had been hearing a lot of chatter about it. My friends and I…read moredecided to give it a try. They offered good service and good food. My waiter Jonathan was exceptionally nice and helpful. He was prompt bringing food to the table and our food came out hot and fast which is rare. They have unisex restrooms but the floors were wet so I can't speak on the cleanliness of the restrooms. Not sure if it was water from handwashing or other fluids inside. Prices are moderate and I'd certainly visit again.

We got on the walk-in list 30 minutes before arriving, but when we got there, the host told us it…read morewould still be about an hour wait. There were several "reserved" tables that remained empty until after we had finished eating, so I think the restaurant could benefit from a better reservation system with more accurate buffer times to accommodate walk-in guests. To avoid the wait, we decided to sit at the bar, and I'm glad we did because the food was amazing. The fried chicken and waffles were perfectly seasoned, and the waffle had a unique texture and flavor that reminded me of a combination of a traditional waffle and a soft pretzel. The cheesy potato cake was absolutely delicious. The fruit bowl was also good, but I wish they had been a little more generous with the blueberry pudding. The shrimp and grits came with large tomatoes, which may not be for everyone, and my friend felt the dish was lacking grits overall. She didn't feel like she got her money's worth. Would I go back? Absolutely. My meal was delicious, and I can't wait to return and try more of their homemade, fresh dishes. I also think it's great that they partner with local farmers to help curate their menu.

Elevated southern cuisine at its finest! I felt like at was back at memorial weekend family reunion…read moredays but with a twist. Everything we ate was delicious . The only reason I knocked a star was the service. The server we had was on top of it but it did take a bit to get seated (there were many empty tables) and it felt a little dry.

Food is great here came for a burger didn't disappoint at all had a side of home made chips. Sat…read moreon the back porch nice area. Service was very good. Will be back.

Such a cute, easy lunch spot in Boone and honestly, I loved it. My husband thought it was…read more"average," but in fairness, I ordered what he always calls girl food -- bright, fresh, crunchy, pickled, delicious -- and that's exactly what I got. We started with the pickled board, and it was just fun. A little bit of everything: pickled veggies, cucumbers with those pretty curls of onion, pimento cheese, bread, pork rinds, a little tomato jam. It felt like a Southern snack platter put together by someone who actually cares about balance and flavor. I ordered the pickled salad with chicken, and it was right up my alley. Fresh greens, great textures, pops of color, and the chicken was nicely seasoned and grilled. The dressing had that bright, tart thing going on that makes you want more of it. I would absolutely get this again. My husband got the Cassie salad, and while he said it was "fine," even he admitted everything was fresh and well done. The vibe here is relaxed, cozy, a little rustic, the kind of place that feels local in the best way. For a casual lunch in Boone, it hits the spot. I'd go back in a heartbeat.

Our coffee group had a great time here today I ordered the avocado toast, which was excellent and I…read morejust love the atmosphere at this quaint house! Of course, being a Saturday they're very busy and being that there was 14 of us. They tried their best to accommodate us, but only ever really got one cup of coffee! But will definitely be back!

My husband and I enjoyed coming here for brunch one Saturday morning! My husband really enjoyed his…read moreburrito, it was HUGE-- although, half of it was potatoes. I tried eggs Benedict for the first time and it was good. The crab cake was very good. I did not like the grits though, I felt they were very thick. The outside area where we ate was beautiful and peaceful and shady. I would attend again. They also give you a crumb cake while you wait for your food, which is nice, although a bit off putting if you were going to order something sweet. I ended up changing my order because once I had the sweet crumb cake I didn't want something else sweet with my meal.

I had a wonderful experience today at Twisted Oak. I ordered the Lost Province cowboy coffee alone…read morefor $6.00. And enjoyed the ribeye sandwich with their thick cut curly fries. Paige was my waitress and did an excellent job, food was delivered quickly.

Just alright. Waitress was awesome and funny…read more Started with the Twisted Deviled Eggs. The breading was all you could taste. Very disappointed as I love anything that is fried and well put together. This was not it. I had the Filet, medium and it was a bit undercooked. Plenty of blue spots. The steak was pretty "meh." The demi-glace was fantastic! Wife loved her Harvest Pear Salad! More than likely I just picked poorly (except the eggs, they should have been better). We may try again.