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Fuel Pizza
Category:
People Watching
1501 Central Ave
Charlotte,
North Carolina 28205
stopped by this location for a slice the other night and loved the atmosphere, pizza and overall...
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stopped by this location for a slice the other night and loved the atmosphere, pizza and overall vibe of the place. very cool joint and as a former new yorker, can vouch for the pizza. delicious!!
Pros: authentic pizza; fun vibe
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I recently visited Nikko on South Blvd about 2 Weeks ago, and I must say it was amazing. We had a...
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I recently visited Nikko on South Blvd about 2 Weeks ago, and I must say it was amazing. We had a reservation for 6 on a Friday night. When we arrived we were promptly sat in a round booth in the middle of the restaurant. Our server was great, the food was outstanding, and overall our experience was very pleasant. We tried the tuna crunchy roll at our server's suggestion, and it was incredibly delicious. I will tell all of my friends about this place, and I will definitely be back.
P.S. Order the Saki Bombs, You wont forget it!
Pros: Everything
Cons: None that I can think of
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The Capital Grille
Category:
Romantic Dining
201 N Tryon St
Charlotte,
North Carolina 28202
(704) 315-2431
We visited Capital Grille tonight for the very first time, it was "restaurant week" in...
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We visited Capital Grille tonight for the very first time, it was "restaurant week" in Charlotte so we wanted to take advantage of the three course special for $30 each. We got there early because we wanted to sit at the bar for a bit. The hostess told us our table would be ready a bit before our reservation time, but to sit at the bar, enjoy, and let her know when we were ready to be seated. We sat at the bar and I asked for a Stoli Doli, which came HIGHLY requested on this very board - well y'all were right on! Delicious (albeit a bit pricey - $12 each). I downed two of them (haha, be careful, they WILL catch up to you, not right away though, I was definitely not feeling too hot during my heavy but heavenly meal). They are strong, but excellent. Anyway, while we were at the bar, I believe it was the manager or head maitree'de came over and said "hope we didnt butcher your last name too badly when you walked in, your table is ready whenever you are." I said to my fiancee, how did he know who we were??? (my last name is kind of hard to pronounce). I was VERY impressed by that personal touch. Then, the main hostess checked my coat and led us to our table, saying "I hope this table is ok, we know you all wanted a private table" (I had requested a quiet, more private table in my reservation on Open Table). Again, VERY impressed by the personal touch. Anyway, the service was great, our waitress and her assistant were fantastic. I got a filet and my fiancee got sirloin, both were cooked to perfection and melted like butter on the knives. The mashed potatoes were out of this world creamy... I ordered a glass of wine with dinner (wound up having too much alcohol tonight but that's ok, it was all great), it was excellent, their selection is phenomenal and broad. Dessert was AWESOME - I got creme brulee and my fiancee got flourless espresso chocolate cake. The creme brulee was AMAZING!!!!!! OVERALL EXPERIENCE WAS AMAZING, I'D GO BACK IN A HEARTBEAT! DON'T MISS THIS PLACE!
Pros: Amazing food, great drink offerings, awesome service, classy ambience
Cons: None that I can think of
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Held an engagement dinner here. Food is always great, service is exemplary. Prices are somewhat...
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Held an engagement dinner here. Food is always great, service is exemplary. Prices are somewhat expensive, but in line with other special occasion restaurants. We've been going here for 25 years and the food & service never disappoint.
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Capital Grille
Category:
Restaurants
201 N Tryon St
Charlotte,
North Carolina 28202
(704) 348-1400
Went here a few months ago. Excellent service and great steak. It is very good, but you are...
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Went here a few months ago. Excellent service and great steak. It is very good, but you are going to pay for it. My wife and I spent about $200 for appetizer, 2 entrees, 1 desert, and a few drinks.
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Lupie's Cafe
Category:
Local Favorite
2718 Monroe Rd
Charlotte,
North Carolina 28205
Lupie's is a great place to eat. They have great service and great food. The prices are...
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Lupie's is a great place to eat. They have great service and great food. The prices are reasonable too. This restaurant is for everyone and I always see lots of people there.
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My wife and I were considering different restaurants to go out for our anniversary. After looking...
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My wife and I were considering different restaurants to go out for our anniversary. After looking over several recommendations from friends, we decided on Villa Antonio Ristorante on South Blvd. We figured it would be pretty good, but what we experienced was far beyond that. A very lovely evening was enjoyed by us both. We were treated with the highest respect at the door -- an immediate sign to me that the staff is attentive and very worthy. They sat us with a smile. The server came promptly to take our drink orders, and then meal orders. She was knowledgeable with our questions of the menu. Although this establishment is elegant with fine Italian food with exquisite service, the server and the managers were personable enough to us to make us feel very much at home and comfortable.
My wife was delighted to have the friendly maitre d', Fidel, escort her to the restroom on his arm.
While we waited on the food to come, we sipped our Merlot as we listened to the musician performing there. Apparently, they have live music about every night. Very nice. When the food came, the presentation was impressive as our plates were unveiled simultaneously by our server and another server with the clang of the plate covers --a nice touch.
The meal was hot and delicious. My wife had chicken parmesan, I had the Sacchetini with run-ripened tomatoes. It was some of the best I've ever had.
The musical entertainment that night was surprisingly good. The fellow at the piano, Bobby A, was very entertaining with a variety of songs. My wife was impressed with his vocals, too. Although we were content to sit and enjoy, Fidel coaxed us to the dance floor -- and I'm glad he did! We haven't danced in years and when Bobby played Lady In Red, my wife (wearing red) got choked up a bit. We connected like we haven't done so in a long time. I think that it was very much to do with our excellent experience at Villa Antonio. Great wine, food and music. Highly recommended. Please go!
Pros: Ambience, food, music
Cons: A bit pricey, but worth it
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i can't go a week without eating at Ru Sans. Whatever I'm in the mood for - they have it! And if...
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i can't go a week without eating at Ru Sans. Whatever I'm in the mood for - they have it! And if it's not on the menu, they will create it for you.
Plus, the lunch buffet is only $10... can't beat it!!!
Pros: lots of choices, fun environment
Cons: always busy!
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RuSans is a great place to go hang out with friends and get some cheap sushi. RuSans has an...
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RuSans is a great place to go hang out with friends and get some cheap sushi. RuSans has an extensive $1.00 sushi menu. Beware! This restaurant ...
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Pewter Rose Bistro
Category:
Tapas Bar
1820 South Blvd
Charlotte,
North Carolina 28203
(704) 315-2455
I have been living in Charlotte for the better part of 30 years. I have seen the Pewter Rose go...
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I have been living in Charlotte for the better part of 30 years. I have seen the Pewter Rose go through many changes. Most recently they completed an extensive renovation and completely changed the menu. I have been to the restaurant perhaps a dozen times since their renovations and I have to say I have enjoyed myself thouroughly everytime. Most recently, I went with my wife, her father and her brother. We sat on the stage area of the dining room and had a very large dinner. Their menu changes regularly and I was happy to see many of the things they had in place for their summer menu. The proscuitto wrapped figs in stilton cream were AWESOME. Our server, who was extremely attentive, informed us that the figs were from the Chef's back yard. Our entree's weren't any less spectacular. If I had any complaints it would be that in addition to their far ranging menu they had 5 specials to choose from. It was almost too much. We settled for the Moroccan lamb, the sea bass, the huge scallops and a couple of more appetizers. For dessert we had the pear tart, again pears were from the chefs back yard and the carrot cake. The carrot cake was from tizzerts and it says so in the menu. It is nice to see the local businesses here supporting each other that way. All in all, in a town where chain restaurants seem to be the norm its refreshing to know a local restaurant that can produce world class food. By the way, brunches are awesome, too! I may be addicted to their butterscotch scones. Long Live the Pewter Rose!
Pros: great price points, great food
Cons: upstairs
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