Let's go start to finish…read more We walked in and we were immediately greeted by smiling faces and girls who showed up to work! They sat us promptly with food and drink menus. Our waitress, Zoe, was phenomenal. They may have been out of the wine we ordered but she was very suggestive of another alternative that turned out to be even better. She came back, took our orders and not to our surprise, it all came out perfect because she was very in tune when taking our orders. Several people checked on us throughout our dining experience. However, Alex, he stood out. He made sure to clean extra plates and glasses out of our way and made sure we were having a great time there. Overall, this restaurant has always been a go to, but tonight, it'll be a weekly must. Love their specials and wine selection! Just wish they were open one hour later during the week!

Talk about a true neighborhood spot; this place is the definition of it. The food is really…read moredelicious, the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the whole atmosphere feels warm and inviting. My only critique is that the appetizer selection is a bit limited, but the huge variety of main dishes more than makes up for it. I had the gumbo over rice, which was fantastic, and my wife ordered the shrimp, which was also amazing. I love this place and will definitely be back. Very homey, very friendly, and exactly the kind of spot you want in your neighborhood.

Delicious salad. Lots of choices. Great customer service! I will come back. New favorite spotread more

1 star. Absolutely horrible customer service experience…read more I was the ONLY person in line and made it all the way through the salad stations. All that was left was lids for my dressing, bread, paying, and leaving. Another customer walked in BEHIND me and instead of finishing my order, the employee completely stopped helping me and took the new customer through the ENTIRE line while I stood there waiting. I then had to wait 5-8 minutes while the second customer slowly decided on ingredients and changed her mind multiple times. The person behind me got almost full uninterrupted service while I -- the first customer in line -- was left standing there waiting. What made it even worse was the manager's response. He defended the employee, told me she "did nothing wrong," and completely dismissed my frustration with a "have a nice evening." The issue wasn't just the wait. It was being skipped over and then treated like my frustration didn't matter. I've been there around 5 times in the last month, but after this experience, I will never return.

We came here a few nights ago as a last minute choice for dinner we were seated immediately. All of…read morethe drinks (didn't get a picture of the peach martini) and food were delicious and came out hot. Our server, although I don't remember his name, was amazing. We dining at this location.

Came here for lunch with the besties and it was a great experience from the start. The place is…read moreconducive for large or small parties and can lend itself for a relaxed family lunch/dinner or date. The service was professional and attentive. We ordered the fish and chips, a black bean burger, the kids burger with cheese, the kids chicken strips, buffalo chicken tacos, the moss burger, and fried pickles as an appetizer. Everything came out fresh and hot. The flavors were full and tasty and nothing needed anything added to the original plate. Everything was cooked perfectly and we all commented on how flavorful/delicious the food was. The young man working our table, I believe his name is Camden, was very attentive and provided excellent customer service. We will be adding this as a place to frequent and I'll be trying something different on the menu each time. I highly recommend you try them out, not just for the sports bar experience, but for the delicious food and excellent service.

From the food to the staff, this is a great cafe!…read more I stopped in to get a snack and read, and the empanadas were delicious! Probably the best I've had in awhile (especially the beef!). The staff were lovely as well. I arrived about an hour before close and they didn't make me feel rushed at all. And the atmosphere? Lovely! It's a large space, but wasn't too loud. They also had outlets *everywhere*, making this a perfect spot to work on your laptop.

Some of the best chicken salad around! Clean space and friendly staff. Solid place to "WFH" with a…read morecoworker space next door. For me the chicken salad keeps me coming back, so good.

Love this restaurant /bistro! The food is made as you order and is delicious. The service is great…read moreas well. We went on Sunday with friends and arrived about 11:30. Yanni was there to take orders and our waitress, Margie is very attentive and good. It is behind White Duck Taco - just drive to the back of the lot. They were also set up for dinner. It is not a huge place but very lovely. Make a reservation for dinner if you plan to go; otherwise pop in for lunch. I don't think you will be disappointed. They are open for breakfast as well. Check the hours.

Wow! Such a hidden gem in Matthews, the owner is super nice and loves to talk, I was lucky and made…read moreit in time for a late lunch when I was in town to buy a motorcycle from the dealer up the street. The food is all made with love and with the tradition to make food what it should be energy for the body and soul! I can't wait to go back and try more of his delicious creations! hopefully I can make it for dinner with the wife one night if I am able to get a reservation which he says fills up quickly. in addition to the wonderful meals he also has some really good Macarons as a sweet treat! Chicken Peri Peri Sandwich is super yummy and so are the fries!

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.

We are regulars here. I went last week on a random day off and was able to enjoy the lunch…read morespecials. It was a great deal. We will definitely be returning this summer to enjoy these deals. Food is always consistent, service is always stellar, and it's a great place to enjoy. Thank you for offering deals when everything is going up in price!

Really enjoyed my lunch here! Great outdoor patio, service was attentive and helpful, and they have…read morea great selection of sandwiches and salads. I had the blueberry and grape salad with turkey (per our servers recommendation). I was skeptical of turkey on a salad, but it was shredded up and was a really great compliment. Would definitely return!

The Loyalist Market is a gem of a restaurant tucked away in a Matthews shopping center. As a…read morebusiness their specialty is made to order charcuterie boards and they boast a large selection of locally sourced cheeses and meats. Inside however they also have a market featuring lots of local products, and a sit down cafe serving up salads and toasted sandwiches. I came in here on a quiet Sunday afternoon and we elected to sit outside in their walled in patio area. It was a pleasant place to sit and our service was prompt and friendly. For my sandwich I chose the turkey chipotle bacon without the tomatoes. The sandwich tasted great and the bread was toasted nicely. If I have one complaint it's that for $14.00 I think the sandwich could have been a bit bigger, or maybe I was just too hungry because I scarfed it down in an instant! Still the chips that accompanied it were a good snack and I enjoyed my meal. This is definitely a good spot to grab a lunch, I wish I had more time and I would have enjoyed the opportunity to browse their market. Matthews has a lot of great locally owned spots and this is for sure one of them.

Absolutely incredible! So many different selections I was confused,the guy making the salad was…read moreamazing and very polite, I will be coming back soon for lunch

Not likely. The ordering process is done by computer only, which are just steps inside the door. No…read morediscernible line, just a huge ottoman in the way. I can't even understand the reasoning behind it being there. It must be chaos at lunchtime. A small selection of small theme salads starting around $14 with add ons $1.50++, a couple of sandwich options around the same price point, a couple of bowl options with fish/rice/cauliflower, and a make your own salad option. The computer has a soup tab but none were available when I tried to order. Canned drinks, $2.50 and other options over $4. From the size salad I saw at the tables, this is not a price point I'm willing to pay.

Service is friendly and accurate. Great cheeseburgers and hot dogs. Perfect small town diner…read moreatmosphere.

J-Birds was a breath of fresh air. The service was excellent and everyone seemed to know each…read moreother. I came with my coworker, Raffa, and we were sat at a table for 2 near the kitchen. The menu was a split between breakfast and lunch with mostly burgers and hot dogs for lunch. I decided to go a different route by ordering the Turkey Rueben with tots and Raffa followed suit and ordered the corn beef Rueben with fried okra. Both of our meals were quite good! It was my first trip to J-Birds but it definitely won't be the last. Thanks!

A South End staple, and for good reason! Went on Sunday and…read moreenjoyed my lunch immensely. I opted for the Entree (chicken) with two sides (mixed roasted vegetables and their feta carrots), and a glass of their sparkling white wine. The service was so kind and helpful, and the girl who took our order was the absolute sweetest. Our food came out quickly, and everything was great. The chicken was juicy and lemony; the vegetables were all PERFECTLY roasted and tossed in a variety of seasonings. The carrots were really standout, with a creamy feta sauce and tons of fresh dill. Even the sparkling wine (from a can!) was good! Can't wait to go back and try more.

Love this place. The menu offers great options whether you're in the mood for something healthy or…read morea bit more indulgent. It's such an easy go-to for us that we'll sometimes come here two days in a row on the weekends. The only downside is order consistency. They've missed sides a few times--most notably the sweet potato fries that come with the steak entrée were left out on two DoorDash orders in a row. Dining in, we also had a side of potatoes that never came out with our meal and had to go back and ask for it near the end. They'd easily earn more stars if they could consistently get the orders right. That said, the food is good enough that we keep coming back despite the occasional misses.