Top 5 Specialty Food in Mecklenburg County

2201 South Blvd Ste 130, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States

“Ordered takeout from here last month and when I went inside to pick up my food, I knew I had to come back and dine in. When I visited for dine in, I got the full experience I thought I would have. We were greeted by the very friendly hosts, who we told we were about 30 minutes early to our reservation. We were okay to sit at the bar but the hostess was able to accomodate us and seat us right away. The ambience is very inviting and easy on the eyes and ears as the music was very good. Our waiter Carlos took care of us the entire night, making sure we had time to view the menu, explaining different parts of the menu and giving us suggestions when asked. He checked on us just enough and always had a smile on his face. Brad also made us feel welcomed in our dining experience. The bathrooms we’re clean and gorgeous. Now for the food: Everything I ate was spectacular. It came out nice and hot, main courses were timed perfectly with us finishing our appetizers, and the dessert was delicious as well. I will definitely be returning.”

8625C Lindholm Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, United States

“Food was phenomenal! I got the Pad See Yew with chicken and the noodles were so tender! Would highly recommend that dish. The California roll was super good too. Our server, King, was so pleasant and attentive. I have a shellfish allergy and he was excellent with informing me about what dishes do and don't normally come with shellfish. Pricing was fair too.”

4450 The Plaza suite d, Charlotte, NC 28215, United States

“My husband and I had never tried Ethiopian food until tonight and we have been missing out our whole lives! Our dinner at Enat was one of the best meals we have ever had. The customer service was amazing; our waitress was so sweet and ready to help if we had any questions about the menu. The food was truly out of this world- so flavorful.. I don’t even have words to describe how delicious everything was. We will certainly be back and tell all our friends and family to try Enat, too. Thank you for an amazing experience!”

230 E W.T. Harris Blvd suite a7, Charlotte, NC 28262, United States

“Really friendly staff with great sandwiches and drinks. The portion size was perfect and I really enjoyed the milk teas, and will probably return to try some of the other drinks. Did not get to try the fries but they looked delicious as well!”

2173 Hawkins St A, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States

“The food here is legit, with the fried rice maybe the most impressive to me. They also cook meats very well/appropriately. Is it the best sushi I have ever had? Maybe not. But it is absolutely among the best I have had in this area. What makes it worth the high rating is the value for the ingredient quality you receive and the efficiency of the service. Based on the pricing, there is outstanding value present at this place. The service works like a well oiled machine; they keep the food and drinks flowing, all accompanied with a culture of courtesy. If I lived in the area, this place would be frequented with some type of regularity.”

19918 N Cove Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031, United States

“Peninsula Prime offers a delightful culinary experience with its exquisite menu and charming ambiance. From succulent steaks to inventive seafood dishes, each bite is a symphony of flavors. The attentive service and upscale atmosphere make it a top choice for a memorable dining experience.”

19700 One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, NC 28031, United States

“I came here for the first time 2 years ago to celebrate my birthday with friends. The food and service was impeccable. After 2 years , I’m back. I have to say the food is still amazing, the service is still as homey and efficient. The drinks / cocktails quenches the thirst and brings good vibes to any group. And the renovations made the place more Fabulous! The ambience gives an elegant yet homey vibe. Did I mention dessert yet? The lunch menu is as Southern as it can be with hospitality and warmth… Catfish Reuben with a side of golden fried okra ! Grilled Caesar salad and the Lamb Chops cooked to perfection… just how I like it. Check it out and you’ll see what I’m talking about. You won’t be disappointed!!”

8821 JW Clay Blvd #1, Charlotte, NC 28262, United States

“Very spacious indoor seating areas with numerous high tables. I was very impressed with the number of fruity/Sour beers on tap which was my preference. The employees were super friendly. I had three flights since I wanted to try a little bit of most of the beers offered. The flights included up to four options with 5 oz pours. I tried the following: 1. Pineapple Cider 2. Are you ready kids (pineapple coconut sour) 3. Doctor Love (Cherry Sour) 4. Bitchin Betty Brown Ale 5. Whole Lotta Rosie (caramel cream coffee Blonde ale) 6. Not your mommy's kitchen 7. Crushin It 8. The ginger avenger (lemon and ginger seltzer) 9. Wheat keep you berry safe 10. Fallback Crutch (West Coast IPA) 11. Bang bang (Hazy IPA) 12. Strawberry Rhubarb Cider Most of these were good and I would recommend them. There was a Charlotte FC match going on when i visited - It seems Charlotte FC/soccer fans gather here when Charlotte FC are playing away matches. It's definitely a brewery I would visit again if I'm in the area.”

9604 Longstone Ln, Charlotte, NC 28277, United States

“Amazing waffles!! Best batter I have ever tasted. I have an extreme sweet tooth so this was the perfect brunch for me. Quiet and cozy atmosphere. Perfect for my children. Not overstimulating. Great prices. We all had drinks and waffles for under $50 and there were 5 of us. I would come back again.”

131 Matthews Station St #1F, Matthews, NC 28105, United States

“Don’t get the Pad Thai. I’m not sure what they are using (ketchup?) not it isn’t good. The curry Massaman saved the evening. Definitely getting that again.”

3531 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Matthews, NC 28105, United States

“We had a nice meal at Osaka. It didn’t blow us away but if we were close by we would certainly eat here again. The staff and service were top notch. Nothing really they could have done better just not a 5/5. Sea Breeze Roll: 5/5 Kiss Me Roll: 3/5 Spring rolls: 4/5 Edamame: 5/5”

715 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207, United States

“Oh my. This place was phenomenal. We started off with the forcaccia loaf, beef tartare, and mussels. The bread had a THIN crisp to it with a perfect soft interior. The beef tartare is my personal favorite. It's seasoned, cut, and presented in the most perfect way. The texture was not overly chewy or bland, nor was the fresh beef over flavored, basically incredibly well balanced. Mussels were plump, really well cleaned, and refreshing to the table. Next, the doppio ravioli was light and unique. It really tasted like a sunny fall day. The gnocchi was interesting. Good, but it's a bit underwhelming comparatively. The duck was a bit too chewy for my liking, and the star of the dish was the brussel sprouts. The pepperoni & sausage pizza has a perfect crust, and we loved the fennal sausage on it. Tartufi pizza, my second favorite. It had a gently sweet undernote to it and great umami flavor. Lastly, for desserts, we had the carmal apple bread pudding and ginger cake. The bread pudding had good texture, but the sweetness level would definitely suit a sweet tooth instead. The ginger cake, on the other hand, was perfectly semi sweet. The restaurant is beautiful, clean, and service was pleasant. I would come back for the beef tartare on it's own!”

2215 Ayrsley Town Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273, United States

“The food was great here. We were really happy with the appetizer, the ramen, and the sushi rolls we got. The staff were very friendly, attentive and professional.”

1115 N Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28206, United States

“Amazing in every way! I’m so glad this was the place I decided to try in Optimist Hall. The chicken and shrimp dumplings were extremely good. The spicy noodles were VERY spicy, but still great. This place is popular too and for good reason. There was a line wrapped around, but we still got our food rather quickly.”

416 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036, United States

“We were SO HAPPY to find a “fast” healthy option for lunch! The menu had a variety and the bowls had a wonderful choice of options. I made my own bowl but there are several flavor bowls you can order without building your own. Plenty of spaces for i door and outdoor seating. Highly recommend for all types of groups!!”

19905 W Catawba Ave #109, Cornelius, NC 28031, United States

“Yum! We went for lunch but we've been many times. The food and service are always very good. They have lots of options, including gluten-free.”

4724 Old Pineville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217, United States

“We went to Charlotte, NC for the weekend to celebrate my mom's Birthday! When we travel we always look for good authentic Argentinean and or Cuban restaurants however, we don't always find them to be truly authentic. When we decided to try Che Gaucho we didn't know what to expect but from the moment we walked through the door the customer service was phenomenal! We quickly got very acquainted with the family that runs the restaurant, they are from Chile and their cook is from Uruguay. They were all so nice and Nico (our waiter) was great and gave some great suggestions for our meal! The food was incredible and 100% authentic!! The empanadas are definitely drool worthy, the milanesas are huge, and the parrillada..... simple no words to describe the rich flavors and the tenderness of the meats!!! We loved it so much we decided to go back the next day for dinner before heading back home! I had their Chivito sandwich which took me right back to my vacation in Uruguay many years ago! I have tried so many places in search of that authentic flavor, and I finally found it!! Their desserts (specially their alfajores) are delish, and they also have the typical Chaja Uruguayan cake which was really good too!! All in all, if you're in town and looking for a that home cooked Argentinean/Uruguayan meal taste you only get at home, I highly recommend this place for sure!! Nico along with everyone else will take wonderful care of you, and you will leave with your tastebuds satisfied 😌”

1419 East Blvd a, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States

“Intimate atmosphere with an elevated boho eclectic feel for a lingering meal. The cauliflower wings are a must! I was underwhelmed by the bucatini and Buddha bowl. As a vegan restaurant, you really need to get your tofu right and the tofu felt like a miss. Drinks, apps and deserts were 10/10!”

6401 Carnegie Blvd #6a, Charlotte, NC 28211, United States

“Excellent service and wonderful Italian meal. Came here with my colleagues for dinner. They were extremely busy which was a great sign. We got one of each appetizer and were all delicious. I ended up ordering the halibut special with crab meat and pasta. Halibut was perfectly seared and cooked. Looking around at empty plates everyone else liked it as well. Dessert wise the canolli was my favorite. Flavorful but not too overtly sweet. Awesome little Italian gem here in Charlotte.”

2700 W Mallard Creek Church Rd #200, Charlotte, NC 28262, United States

“I ordered online today a simple Spider roll... Never in my life have I been given a roll of sushi that still have the full shrimp unpeeled. Most of what I ate had to be spat out doe to this. Tried to call to get this fixed and no one answered due to staff shortage. I'm 100% upset because I'm at work and can no longer leave to have food fired or refunded.”