Man everything was perfect. Starting at valet to when you walk in the door you're greeted with a smile. The food was fresh & flavorful. Low lighting but you get a lamp so your pictures would look nice. EVERYBODY was smiling. The best part , it's not just your server bringing stuff out. They all bring things out for you. This place is perfect. Shoutout to Muna !!!! read more

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Food and service was excellent. Jayden was attentive and always checked in with us to make sure we were enjoying everything. We will be back for sure. Calamari, crab fried rice crab tips lamb and short ribs were all amazing. Leave room for dessert because that birthday cake is everything. read more

We got the best server Bryan! He was so attentive and gave us recommendations that were actually so good. Spaghetti and Catfish and my boyfriend did the Spicy Lamb chops. We had the Oysters and Crab fingers both mixed. The Tequila coffee read more

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I got the fried catfish and spaghetti. It was the perfect proportion. The fish was seasoned well and crispy, and the spaghetti was seasoned well too. The crispness of the fish and spaghetti paired well together, and it was a generous portion. The service was great, along with the ambiance. I'd recommend making a reservation and 10/10 recommend trying. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for the first time for dinner. Definitely a date night type of spot--very dimly lit making it very intimate. More occasion/cocktail & suits/button-ups than casual wear type of vibe. We sat upstairs at the bar. Charbroiled oysters had good flavor, but the oysters themselves were somewhat small. The Charred Elote On The Cob came out hot and well seasoned. Crispy duck was fall-off-the-bone tender and the harissa sauce paired with it perfectly! Whipped potatoes were easily one of the best parts of the meal--super buttery and melt-in-your-mouth. If substitutions are an option, I'd skip the potato pave next time and opt. for that instead. Service was on par and the teddy bear theme throughout the restaurant was so cute. They give you gummy bears at the end of the meal and have giant teddy bears around the restaurant for photo ops. Fun place to cross off the restaurant list for date night. read more

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I had an incredible dining experience at The Charlotte yesterday while celebrating Mother's Day! From the starters to the main course, every dish was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. We kicked things off with the crab claws and the crab fried rice. The claws were served with lemon garlic and Cajun mixed butters that were absolutely phenomenal--the crab was fresh, and those seasoned butters added a rich, savory depth that made the starters a real highlight. For the main course, we decided on the catfish and spaghetti. We requested a custom version by pairing the catfish with the spicy spaghetti from the vegan and gluten-free section of the menu. It was a fantastic combination; the heat from the spaghetti complemented the crispy catfish perfectly. To top it all off, I enjoyed a refreshing peach Bellini, which was the perfect treat for the holiday. If you're looking for a spot in Dallas that offers high-quality seafood along with thoughtful vegan and gluten-free options, The Charlotte is a must-visit. It was the perfect place to celebrate! read more

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Beautiful space! The famous "bear" was adorable and I appreciated the special pops of detail all across the patio and inside. The marketing and decor team did a fantastic job here. The Charlotte is a Black-Owned bistro located off Henderson. They offer valet parking at the back of the restaurant but we were lucky to find a couple of street parking spots. For starters we tried the spinach and artichoke dip. This was just okay, the dip itself lacked a little bit of flavor, but it was a cozy app to try. I couldn't decide between the vodka pasta and the burger and our server suggested the latter which I opted for. The burger was good! It comes with a delicious sauce and I ordered a side of truffle fries and broccolini. Overall the vibes were amazing. I didn't indulge in any cocktails so I'm curious to see how those are and will return to check out their patio which was closed for a photoshoot the day we visited. Our server seemed a bit disengaged and we had to flag her down a couple of times because we were forgotten. We did have to move from the patio to indoors because we had some bees that were trying to join us for lunch lol. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I've already reviewed The Charlotte, and my five stars still stand. This time, I tried the catfish and spaghetti. The spaghetti has a slight spice to it that really takes the flavor up a notch. The combination of the two works surprisingly well. My only recommendation would be to fry the catfish a little harder. It was a bit soft, and since you are pairing it with spaghetti, it could really benefit from that extra crunch for better texture contrast. That said, the fish itself was well seasoned and still very good. The staff here continues to be amazing, and the restaurant is just as beautiful as ever. I also love the complimentary gummy bears at the end. It is such a cute and thoughtful touch. Overall, still a great experience and I would absolutely return. read more

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Jade was our server and she was the best! Food was absolutely amazing actually. Got the spicy vodka pasta and it was spicyyy. Tried the lamb and the cajun pasta and those were bomb. The martinis will get you. The lavender & pomegranate were strong but also sweet. The pornstar martini was honestly the best drink out of the three. Tasted like juice. Theres a cute bar on the stairway. Patio seating was nice too. Booths were cute as well. Total was around $225 for 3: 3 entrees, 2 appetizers, 3 martinis read more

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Service was not what I would expect at this price point. We ordered a bottle of wine, and it was simply set on the table with an ice bucket--they didn't even place it in the bucket, pour it, or provide any level of wine service. We also specifically asked for the meal to be coursed, but after the appetizers arrived, all remaining dishes came out at once. To make matters worse, the table next to us was loudly FaceTiming the entire time, and no one from the restaurant addressed it. For a $300+ dinner for two, the overall experience fell far short of expectations. The arancini and calamari were very good, but the burgers were dry, and the Caesar salad and truffle fries were just okay. Overall, the food and service didn't justify the cost. At this price point, there are many better dining options in Dallas. read more

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Friday night sounded great for my favorite hour. I have been wanting to try happy hour here for a while. I'm so glad I made a reservation. It was packed and they were turning walk-in's away. The last time I came was for brunch with friends. It's been over a year since our last visit. So we decided to meet up for a Galentines HAPPY HOUR! I'm was hoping things had improved since they are not new anymore. The restaurant is still charming and cute. I love the ambiance. The giant teddy bears throughout the restaurant. The red decor for Valentine's weekend. It was sexy and cozy with the red pops of color. Service was good! My waiter was pleasant and polite. The happy hour prices were great. I was able to try some new items cheaper! The happy hour menu has more cocktail, wine and beer choices than food. My friend and I both ordered the happy hour smash cheeseburger. The smash burger was good. It's huge and is loaded with pickles, caramelized onions, cheese and hamburger meat. I opted NOT to get the jerk aioli on it. Thanks to another Yelp review who said the jerk aioli was too much. I asked for that sauce on the side. I'm so glad I did because it reminded me of jerk chicken. I would not have liked it on my burger. It's very spicy and overpowering. I asked for ketchup and mustard and that complimented the burger well. She ordered some truffle fries and I helped her eat them. They give you a lot of fries. They were tasty and definitely enough to share. The Caesar Salad was huge. You can share this too. It's also on the happy hour menu. It was presented nicely. For cocktails we chose the Porn Star Martini which was delicious. The passion fruit flavor was on point. The drink was classy and sassy. The other drink we chose was the Peach Bellini. It was frozen and the presentation was cute, but tasted just okay. Overall a good time and the free Valet Parking is a plus. As parking is crazy in the area. I left feeling satisfied. I definitely like happy hour better! read more

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The food came quickly and everything tasted great. Our group had catfish and grits, pancakes, and crab cake Benedict. read more

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The Charlotte American Bistro is an interesting restaurant focusing on southern food. The bartender came off a little edgy at first but warmed up to make the experience pleasant. The restaurant has an upscale feel and unique design. I had the short rib and it was flavorful. The only negative was food temperature as my dish was luke warm. The old fashion went down easily. read more

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So I've officially visited The Charlotte after attending Orchestra Noir at the Majestic downtown on Saturday. A girlfriend that attended the concert with me recommended we swing by forsoemthing light to eat. Parking was great and hassle free "Valet!" IYKYK., As you get older you stop circling the block and appreciate the experience. Fidelity the restaurant is very cute and the time is set at grown and sexy. We were greeted by James and hen I say this youngannwas everywhere ..." host, server, wishing us a great night and Happy Easter and even giving a pen on the way out! ( That man needs a raise; job security at its finest honey!) Okay back to the story. So we told him we didn't have a reservation but we would sit at the bar if open seating was available. He notified us of 2 bars first floor and second floor and recc the second floor. When we were seated we were greeted by Bri our server and when I tell you Sis skin and makeup were flawless (she did that) , but my friend and I both went for the Caesar Salads ( I added grilled shrimp and salmon), I had an amazing cocktail and my friend tried the Chicken Nuggets and Caviar. Then after eating and catching up we were introduced to Michael bartender, patron of all things awesome, and a part-time comedian. He was great! In the house of closing they all still remained happy, shared a couple of laughs and did amazing. I will be back for happy hour and brunch. Thank you all for an amazing experience Your favorite Dental Hygienist will be back with dental goodies soon enough for those that made my first visit beyond what I expected. read more

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Great Happy Hour -- perfect for drinks with the girls!! The Charlotte is such a cute restaurant! I loved the teddy bear theme. There's also free valet! Their happy hour is pretty good! I got their Pornstar Martini for $9 (traditionally $18) which is a fantastic deal! It was also perfectly sweet and tart -- highly recommend! The happy hour food menu is a tad bit limited, especially for vegetarians. I ordered the spinach dip, which was delicious (very similar to Hillstone's spinach dip). I'd love to see them add one or two other small options for food! read more

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Came to celebrate our anniversary and had no expectations. Our server was excellent with her knowledge of the menu and provided great recommendations on what to order. Very attentive and ensured we had a great experience! We appreciate you CHELSEA!!! Thanks for making our experience grand at The Charlotte!! read more

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we went for Mother's Day and the food was soooo delicious! My Mom & I had the pornstar martini's and they were so yummy. Loved watching my 85 year old Mom order that drink btw. . I had the lamb chops and they were DELICIOUS. Perfectly cooked. Mom had the eggs Benedict and my daughter and her friend had the chicken sandwich. Great atmosphere & service. We got flowers because it was Mother's Day. read more

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Heard about this place on social media so I had to give it a try. This place is very nice and the teddy bears add a unique touch to the place. They have a downstairs and upstairs dining and bar areas. Everything I had here was fantastic from the drinks to the food. The crab finger appetizer was really good. They have the crab soaked in butter so they are really flavorful. I had to get the snapper as my entree and it did not disappoint. The fish is a huge portion so be real hungry if you order it. They even give you gummy bears at the end of your meal. I can't wait to come back here and try more items on the menu. read more

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The Charlotte has 2 floors with a heated patio. Known for big teddy bears. I like the crab fingers and beef on a stick; if you like spicy then you'll love them! read more

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Laura was an amazing server and so attentive throughout our dinner. The calamari was great, and the drinks were delicious, we had the ranch water and the strawberry lemon drop martini. My first steak didn't come out medium rare as ordered, but they fixed it with no problem. I just wish the replacement steak had been prioritized since we had already waited a bit and the first one came out well done. Overall though, we still had a great experience thanks to Laura's service! read more

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Foodie Alert! I've dined here a few times, for Lunch, brunch and dinner. Overall, it's been a pretty good experience. I think I enjoy dinner more than brunch--there are more food options that taste better. It's a small, intimate venue, with teddy bears everywhere, and the service is pretty good as well. I will say that last time, I dined for brunch, and a lot of things were off the menu/ sold out, which was a little bummer, but we made it work. For apps, I really enjoyed the spinach artichoke dip, calamari, and crab fried rice. 10/10 For drinks, I love the Pornstar and Frosé! 10/10 To be honest, I was not impressed by the Smashburger. It was a little underwhelming. It lacked seasoning, and the hamburger bun seemed tough. If that makes sense, it wasn't light and fluffy. Nevertheless, I would dine there again, but probably only for dinner. read more

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The Charlotte is a vibe.great drinks, good food, nice atmosphere. Everything you would want in a quality restaurant. I highly recommend The cajun pasta with blackened shrimp, spicy vodka, crab claws, and pornstar martini. I've heard the spaghetti and catfish is great, but I'll never personally know because those two thing s don't go together imo. The reason I'm giving them 4 stars instead of 5 is because they took a lot of items off the happy hour menu so now it's not really worth going there for happy hour. Also the service could be a bit better. read more

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This was my first time here. Valet is free which is a plus. The decor is very chic. We sat on the patio and the weather was perfect for it. I had the shrimp and grits and my partner has the catfish and grits. Both were delicious! Also had the fries. Highly recommend the jerk aioli if you like a lil spice. Service was fantastic. Attentive and great suggestions. We will be back! read more

We had a reservation but still weren't seated until about 15 minutes after our scheduled time. Once we finally sat down, it took another 10 minutes just to get water and that only happened because I asked someone walking by. The ambiance was really nice and the music set a good vibe, so that definitely helped the experience. For appetizers, we ordered the Caesar salad and oysters. The oysters were good but not hot, and the Caesar salad was honestly not that great. For dinner, we had the lamb chops, which were pretty good but a bit on the spicy side. The asparagus wasn't very enjoyable, but the truffle fries were the standout of the entire meal easily the best thing we had. My friend ordered the pasta with salmon and didn't enjoy it at all. Overall, food was hit or miss. I'd come back for appetizers, but not sure I'd return for a full dinner. read more

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Everything was great!! The food & drinks were delicious. The service was spot on and I will be back with my friends soon. The music selection was great, it wasn't too loud or too soft. read more

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Food 4/5 Service 3/5 Ambiance 5/5 I was hoping to love everything about The Charlotte, but it was just ok. The vibe and ambiance are lovely. Great for a girl's night out like I had with a couple friends who were visiting Dallas for the weekend. We shared some apps and had some drinks to start. All of that was great. Our entrees were the fried rice and shrimp and grits. Both were just ok, but the presentation was nice. Our biggest gripe was that an 18% "service fee" was added to the check for our party of 3. Our server denied that this was part of his tip and described it as some kind of "kitchen service fee". So, we would tip him separately, in addition to the kitchen fee?! I love to tip nicely, but I'm never a fan of weird hidden fees! read more

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I remember a time when The Charlotte was Cuba Libre, an amazing Latin fusion spot off Henderson in uptown where I had my (insert young age) birthday party upstairs. (Still a 2 story dining experience) It has probably been a couple other establishments since but has morphed into a teddy bear themed brunch spot with cocktails and American fare. When I say teddy bear themed, I mean teddy bears are pretty much all over the place. Some big and some not so big. A little eerie yet cute? The front window is stained like church glass. Not sure what that's about but overall nice decor & always a fan of complimentary valet parking. Our server was cool and knowledge of the menu with suggestions, but she would take our drinks & almost plates before some of us were done! Without asking first. I know when I pay for alcohol I'd like to finish it up. Also I specifically ordered the Peach Bellini and never said frozen but she brought a frozen one. It was good, just not what I ordered because while it's $2 more, there's a difference in cost so I think she knows what she's doing. There are 3 zero proof mocktails available, which is always nice, including a drink called the Porn Star Martini. One of my friends had the mock version and a couple others had the real one. They seemed to like it. They make the drinks aesthetically pleasing. For my main entree I had the Cajun Truffle Malfadine with grilled chicken which was tasty. Anything truffle & pasta count me in! (You can get it fried or grilled or other protein) Others enjoyed the avocado toast, pancakes and salad. I'd love to test their elotes or sandwiches on another visit. I would imagine the spinach artichoke dip is probably good as well but $20 seems a bit steep. We brought in our own nothing Bundt cake to celebrate my friend's birthday that day, which didn't seem to be a problem or incur any fee. They were accommodating and it was also only 6 of us. All in all the place is decent, and I guess given the location, price points were up there but for the portions of food & drink might be slightly overpriced. Not huge portions at all. There's a bar upstairs and our table felt a little on the cozy side, but maybe because there were 6 of us and the table could've been meant for 5. We were still comfortable enough. It wasn't a bad brunch but any means but let's see if the oversized teddies make it beyond 2026, and if something else takes its place. This is probably a 3.5 star rating. RIP Cuba Libre. Memories of your delicious menu and colorful lively vibe live on. read more

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I made a reservation for a Sunday night at The Charlotte, and from start to finish, it was such a great experience! It wasn't too packed when I arrived, and I was even seated a little early. I really liked that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and the patio has two levels. I sat upstairs, which was a great atmosphere and setting. The ambience overall was really nice, from the stylish bar area to the cute teddy bear decor touches that gave the place such a fun vibe. The menu was impressive! They have a separate gluten-free and vegan menu with plenty of options, which I really appreciated. I ordered the crab fingers and tried a mix of the garlic lemon butter, and Cajun butter (per my waiter's suggestion), and it was absolutely delicious. I also had the gluten-free Cajun truffle mafaldine pasta with blackened chicken. The pasta was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was perfectly seasoned. I would've loved just a little more sauce, but even without it, the dish was still amazing. For my drink, I went with the Porn Star Martini, but since I'm not much of a vodka girl, I asked if they could make it with rum instead. The bartender was super accommodating, and the drink turned out really good! The service overall was excellent, attentive, friendly, and welcoming. Sitting outside with some smooth R&B music playing in the background made the whole experience even better. For my first visit to The Charlotte, I couldn't have asked for more. I'll definitely be back when I'm in town. The only thing I will say is that they weren't very attentive to my reservation details like most restaurants I came here for my birthday, and there was no sort of acknowledgment. If that's the type of thing that you care about. I did ask my waiter at the end was there something that they do for birthdays and she just said that if I ordered a slice of birthday cake that it wasn't on the house, but they put a candle in it. read more

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I love a fine dining restaurant that doesn't force you to pay for parking/valet especially when you're about to spend 200+ on dinner for 2. The Charolotte had Valet which was complimentary but you could tip (which we did). The establishment was giving nice and romantic vibes. It was a 2 floor restaurant. Lights were dim for dinner time and music was playing . The staff were pretty friendly. Had a reservation for 2 and had no wait to be seated. However , it took about 20 minutes just to get our order started and I'm not sure if it was due to a shift change. Nonetheless , we were able to get our order taken and after that everything went smoothly. The menu was pretty short and sweet. There were good choices to choose from. Here are my ratings: Spinach dip 7/10. It was decent , would say it needed a little more flavor Charbroiled oysters 6/10: it was a little salty and I felt the oysters were tiny for the price. Vodka pasta w/blackened chicken 9/10: the best thing we ordered. read more

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Came for happy hour and found the drinks to be nice and strong and flavorful. There is an upstairs and downstairs with a bar on each level, which is unique. Pretty good happy hour price. Didn't like how gratuity is already included though. read more

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Loooooved my experience at The Charlotte! It was so beautiful inside. We had to sit at the bar, which was a bummer, because the wait was like an hour. However, the bar was a vibe. They played so many jams and I danced literally the entire time. The food and drinks were also amazing. I got the spaghetti and catfish (I'm a true southern girl, lol!) and y'all, it was sooo delicious. I can't wait to go back to try more items on the menu. read more

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Food is delicious, drinks are immaculate, and the vibes and playlist is always on point! The Charlotte is officially a Dallas staple! read more

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I had Bryan as a server and he was great!!! Very attentive, charming, and made sure everything was great. Ambiance was 10/10 and all the food was 10/10. Food was hot and fresh. I had the Chicken Parmesan, Calamari, and Spaghetti and Catfish. Drinks were 10/10, as well. read more

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The Charlotte is such a vibe! I stopped in for the first time after a meeting and ended up loving it. The ambience was super chill and welcoming the green decor looked great and all the little details were so cute (they even had tiny bears on the plates and TV, which I thought was adorable). The bartender Stephen was the best. He was really attentive, easy to talk to, and made me feel comfortable even though I was there solo. The rest of the bar staff had the same friendly energy which I appreciated. Happy hour deals were really good, the food was basically dinner sized and super filling, and the drinks were perfectly crafted. Plus, they were playing 90s/00s RnB which made the vibe even better. Definitely a perfect spot for a date night or girls night. I'll be back for sure! read more

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This was one of the best meals I'd had in a while! I was in town over my birthday weekend and wanted somewhere that had good eats and was cutesy and this seemed to fit the bill according to what I'd seen. It turned out to be the right choice. We started with midnight margaritas, which were unique and delicious. We got two apps - the ribeye skewers & crab fingers. Those crabs fingers were some of the best I've had. We got the mix of the garlic lemon butter & Cajun butter. When I tell you, I could drink it out of a cup, I mean it. The skewers were perfectly tender & the suya spice seasoning was delicious. For my entree, I got the short rib with grits, broccolini, and cornbread. Fantastic! The short rib was tender and flavorful. Grits were creamy and well-seasoned. And the cornbread - it tasted like my homemade buttermilk cornbread. Perfect amount of sweetness, moist, and tasty. The service was great. The restaurant was packed but it wasn't too loud and the music was good. I would 100% return the next time I'm in town. read more

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I've been to The Charlotte twice now and had two different experiences. The first time was amazing--the vibe was great and both the food and drinks were a 10/10. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and just right. On my second visit, the vibe was still great (they definitely know how to set the atmosphere), but the food was just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the catfish wasn't as crispy as I'd hoped. Even with the mixed experience, I'll definitely be back, especially to check out their happy hour--it seems like a spot worth giving another shot. Also service is always 10/10. read more

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I went to The Charlotte for the second time. My first visit was when they first opened and they had a few service kinks that needed to be worked out. This visit was great. Our server was patient with the first timers and gave some great suggestions. Food came out fast and hot. I ordered the vodka pasta with catfish, my sister had catfish and spaghetti and my piece ordered the chicken sandwich. We were all very satisfied with our meals but the vodka pasta was the star. It was creamy with a bit of spice. The gummy bears at the end were a great touch. They've got it right and we will all likely return! read more

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While in the area, we stumbled upon The Charlotte on the maps app looking for someplace nearby and we couldn't be happier with our find! The Charlotte has it all: ambiance, good music, friendly staff, and delicious food. Throw in life size teddy bears and phenomenal drinks and you have a must try restaurant. We started with the crab fingers which were so good that we didn't even get a chance to take a picture. They have the option of garlic butter, cajun butter, or a mix of both. Truly delicious! It was a bit earlier in the day so we went with the club sandwich and the smash burger. Both with truffle fries. The club is one of the best I have ever had with perfectly soft and delicious bread, crispy bacon, and an out of this world aioli. My husband said the smash burger was one of the best he had ever had. Our server was super attentive and kind and other servers also introduced themselves assuring us that everyone would make sure we were taken care of. We could not pass up the opportunity to also try dessert so we ordered the birthday cake (huge slice) and the banana bread. The banana bread was the very light and airy and not very strong. I enjoyed it though I felt it needed something like a crumble or a sauce. The birthday cake was a white cake w/ Oreos (think cookies and cream) and a smooth buttercream. They order it from a local bakery and it was very good. Overall, we throughly enjoyed The Charlotte and would absolutely return. read more

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We went here to celebrate our 16 year anniversary. I found the place on TikTok, it was a great place, the atmosphere was lively, the service was good from the moment we entered. We had the spaghetti and catfish, the crispy duck, the charbroiled oysters and the crab fried rice. The duck had a weird orange sauce that wasn't appealing. Everything else was great! read more

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