Definitely my favorite watering hole in Monroe. I have never had a bad drink there and the bar…read morestaff is very attentive and knowledgeable. They have live entertainment on weekends and the ambience is perfect for a friendly gathering or even drinks before dinner on a date. Their selection of bourbon is the best in the county and their drink specials each month are always extra special!

I popped in here while I was in town visiting some friends. They had a good drink selection. There…read morewere lots of places to sit and I appreciate any place that has tables for large groups.

Elsie's at Kounter delivers a phenomenal speakeasy experience from start to finish. Hidden behind…read moreits storefront, the intimate, moody atmosphere creates the perfect setting for a memorable night out. The bartenders are top-notch - knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly skilled at crafting creative, perfectly balanced cocktails. Paired with delicious, well-crafted bites, every detail is hit right on the mark. Highly recommended if you are looking for exceptional drinks, great food, and a unique hidden gem in Rock Hill.

Had the most incredible time at Elsie's speakeasy for a recent date night. A friend recommended we…read moredo dinner at Kounter first and put our names on the list early for Elsie's. We were told two hour wait, but only ended up waiting about 45 min before we got the text. The experience was fun having to "sneak" through the fake door and into a fun, moody, and eclectic lounge room. The bartenders truly made the night - Harris is wonderful, fun, chatty, and made all our drinks on a whim with almost nothing straight from the menu. We would tell Harris the type of drink and strength, and he made the most incredible cocktails throughout our time there. Truly showed that he's a mixologist and not just a bartender. We so treated ourselves to the caviar and the dessert bites. Would only recommend that the chips be salt and vinegar as the dish was missing some flavor, but the dessert bites were incredible. Will absolutely return for another night soon!

A good time - YES Good customer service - YES…read moreFamily owned and also treats you like family - YES I went on a Friday night which was Karaoke night. The drinks were flowing and some good singing was being done. They also have hookah. I will totally return the next time I'm in the Charlotte/Monroe area.

This place is a hidden gem. I frequently pass this restaurant/bar and was excited to finally try…read morewhen my co workers decided to have a party here. It's a large space with two different areas even a stage. There is plenty of parking but it's hard to see the line of the road at night. They seriously need repacking and another light. We had appetizers the meatballs were soft and delicious the rice was well-prepared and the green beans were yummy. The drinks are my favorite part was the long island ice tea-it's something that I highly recommend and comes strong. The vibe and energy of the staff was really cool. Super chilled and low key "the spot". Try them Out you will be pleasantly surprised.

Went in for a cigar I know I wanted and was talked into another, which I did not enjoy at all. So,…read morewhy the five stars? Because this whole compound, from the walk in humidor to the large indoor/outdoor smoking area and customer service were all top notch, and without question one of the best cigar stops I've encountered on my travels. I appreciated the cigar recommendation and don't blame the gentleman who helped me at all, but next time I'm going for my tried and true winning stick (or brand). Without question, I will be back!

Really a positive experience great ambience good deals knowledgeable staff very professional very…read morequantity experience well facility great brand offerings good parking highly recommended go see the boys and ask for Rob and Cesar for smiles!

We've had dinner at the portrait gallery before and were pretty impressed with the food. We figured…read morelunch here would be just as good...wrong. The quality was just not there. The burgers had that pre cooked microwave bacon and the "famous fries" were just curly wedges you can get at any college bar. That was a whopping 6 dollars for an addition of truffle mayo and pre shredded Parmesan. The lunch menu only has burgers and tacos. If you're gunna do all this to take away from your regular dining experience you may as well not do a lunch menu at all. I started reading other reviews and apparently this place has the same menu dinner and lunch. Seems like theft to allow the previous reviews and menu to be online. Only to serve people mediocre store bought tacos and burgers.

I am ashamed to say I'm a Matthews native and still live here and I literally had NO clue this was…read morea restaurant lol. But in any case now that I know, best believe me I will be back. The outside is the small town charm of Matthews, but the inside is modern big city vibes. It is absolutely beautiful in there. Service was great and food and drinks amazing. I went on a Tuesday with a huge group of Facebook Group friends and we had a ball. We got the whole dining area reserved for us and in spite of a large crowd, the two waitresses were awesome. On Tuesdays cocktails are half off so I got the margarita and it was delish. For food I got the truffle fries and short rib sliders. Both were phenomenal! I couldn't even eat it all lol because even though small plates, I felt they both were filling. This place is great for a date night, hanging with the girls or even going solo to hang out at the bar. I can't wait to get back! Only thing that could make this place better is some live acoustic music sometimes, it would set the ambience off even more. Spoke with the owner and he said they do cocktail classes as well, they don't have them listed on the website but working on it, but said can email them for the info. I certainly will! lol

Beautiful restaurant, view, atmosphere, staff and experience. First time eating here and I enjoyed…read moreit. Every staff member that talked to me was very welcoming and had a great attitude! Although the chicken tenders were more skin than meat, the food and drinks were good. I recommend going outside and seeing the turtles by the water fountain lol.

The food was delicious! I had the lobster Mac n cheese, fried Lobster tail and the donuts! I was…read morevisiting charlotte for work and let me tell you, this place is a must! What made this place even better was my server Jessica! Hands down one of the best customer service experiences I have ever had and she also gave me amazing recommendations on what to do and eat while I'm here! When you come here to eat ask for her and you won't be disappointed! Thank you for making my dinner experience even better Jessica!

If you're looking for a place to sit, relax, and enjoy a relaxing evening, this would generally be…read morea great option. My wife, mother, and I came out on a Saturday night expecting a nice dinner, but there was a private event that had most of the bar closed and seemed to be getting most of the wait staff's attention. Unfortunately, this was not communicated in advance. I wish they had posted something on their social media pages so guests could plan accordingly. While the atmosphere was still pleasant, the overall experience felt a bit lackluster due to limited availability and service.

Outside is very unassuming. The inside though, very vivacious, open, and sultry. Its a whole…read moreexperience. There's a plethora of seating including a few intimate reserved areas for special occasions. I also appreciate the open patio which has its own unique vibe. I just tried the HH bites. I ordered the Jerk Chicken Eggrolls. They were bland and had absolutely no flavor or seasoning. I was very disappointed but hungry. Another party also ordered all 3 eggrolls but they were burned and had hair in them. She sent them back and her claim was disputed by both the manager and bartender. The fact that the burned Eggrolls were not replaced without a triple check shocked me. I was flabbergasted. Based on that interaction she proclaimed she wouldn't return nor would I. I was disappointed in that interaction. I was going to order the lamb and pasta but decided against it.

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.

Wonderful experience! We went for the Harvest Hootenanny and were so impressed with the property,…read morethe kindness of the owners, and the beverage selection. My husband remarked that the entire event and space felt like something from a fall feel-good movie. The Sunny Days Market group had wonderful vendors to shop from and the food trucks really brought the whole experience together. We loved the car show, live music, and motorcycle games, put on by the Still Runs Car Show crew. It was magical in every way!

What a great find! Family owened distillery with great liquor. Definitely start with the tasting…read moreand then have a cocktail ( or two!) that features your favorite liquor. We were partial to the white whiskey! Everyone is super friendly and knowledgeable, willing to help you decide the best drink or just share their story. Relaxing atmosphere with beautiful views. Plenty of parking. They are dog and kid friendly as well. It's definitely worth visiting. We'll be back for sure!

As a self-proclaimed connoisseur of flatbreads, I feel qualified to say: The Conspiracy has an…read moreAMAZING flatbread. I visited in late July and had a Moscow Mule, the Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese, and the apple and cheese flatbread. The mac and cheese was delicious, but the flatbread absolutely stole the show. I love a good sweet-and-savory combination, and the Honeycrisp apples with brie and mozzarella were out-of-this-world good. Easily one of the best flatbreads I've had. The atmosphere was just as memorable. It's dark but warm, with a very intentional speakeasy feel. I especially loved the half-moon green velvet booths--they create such a cozy, intimate setting and would be perfect for a dinner date or a more elegant evening out. The staff were polite and professional, and even the way they were dressed felt slightly more upscale and added to the overall experience. I really enjoyed everything about my visit and would absolutely come back. Whether you're looking for a nice date-night spot or just somewhere with great food and atmosphere, I'd recommend it. And seriously--get the flatbread.

A Fun Start to the Night at Conspiracy…read more We kicked off our night at Conspiracy, and it did not disappoint! It's a genuinely cool bar with a variety of seating areas to choose from. We opted for seats right at the bar, front row to the action. Fair warning: there were a few patrons nearby who'd clearly gotten an early start on their day and seemed more interested in basic shots than in actually experiencing what the mixologists here can do. If that's your scene, there's a time and place -- just maybe look elsewhere for it. That way, the rest of us can sit back, relax, and watch these bartenders work pure magic for our taste buds. And magic is the right word -- the drinks were fantastic. We gave them a sense of our preferences, and they ran with it, nailing every choice. For my second round, they skipped the menu entirely and just built something straight from their imagination -- exactly what you want from a place like this. The one food item we tried, the goat cheese pesto dip, missed the mark -- wouldn't order it again. But honestly, we weren't there for the food. With cocktails that good, it was still a win all around.