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    The Charlotte American Bistro

    4.4 (495 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Fried catfish and spaghetti
    Shelby C.

    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.

    Crispy Duck w/ Harissa Sauce & Potato Pave
    Sally C.

    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.

    PEACH BELLINI
    Shakina B.

    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!

    Semhar M.

    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!

    Catfish and SPAGHETTI & CATFISH
    Tammy M.

    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.

    SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP
    Vivian N.

    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

    Arancini
    Jennifer C.

    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.

    Frozen Frose
    Nisha R.

    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!

    Pancakes, potatoes, bacon
    Marquia F.

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

    James R.

    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.

    Please make.sure you find and take a picture with the . It's iconic
    Jasmyne F.

    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.

    SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP and PORNSTAR MARTINI
    Karisa A.

    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!

    Keithie D.

    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!!

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    Ask the Community - The Charlotte American Bistro

    Are heaters available for outdoor seating?

    Yes, they are available

    Are there any vegan options?

    Are the pastas home made?

    I think that they might. It tasted really fresh to me.

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