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I don't know that I've ever been so impressed with the layout and thoroughness of a museum. I usually get dragged to them because my mom is such a fan and has to hit at least one in every town we visit, but I have to say I'm glad we visited this one. \n\nI learned a lot and got a whole new perspective on the area. \n\nDefinitely recommend if you're a museum lover! | 12
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I enjoyed myself here, but wasn't really impressed. The museum was just as racially biased as the bigot, city of Charlotte, mentality is. The museum had some interesting facts and interesting exhibits though. My children seemed to enjoy it. It didn't hurt that it was free and parking was validated. That is also the case every Sunday. They close at 5 on Sunday, so get there before 4. The exhibit is an hour long. | 12
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The queen of the bloated corporate steakhouses! Save your money.....find a local street vendor.....and buy tickets to whatever is at the Blumenthal!! | 01
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Yawn.\n\nI've eaten 2 meals at mortons and honestly - I can do better at home. Sure the food was good - but dropping $100+ dollars and not being thoroughly impressed isn't my idea of great value.\n\nSave you're $ go buy a steak and a $20 bottle of wine at the Harris Teeter and fire up your grill - you'll pay 30 bucks and have just as good of a meal. | 01
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It was the bar specials sign that gave me a craving for sliders while walking home from work one night. My husband and I went in for Cheeseburger sliders and Petite Filet Mignon sandwiches. Combine this with the drink specials and you have a winning combination.\n\nThe bar area is cozy and separated from the main dining area in it's own room. The dark wood and warm colors make it an inviting place for a small bite (though portions were a meal size for me). There are a couple tables, a few high tops and a decent amount of seating at the bar. | 12
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5+ stars! And this coming from a girl who \""does not\"" eat steak! The seafood is outstanding. Shrimp Alexander is divine, Crab cakes are heavenly and the molten hot chocolate cake is to die for!!!\nMy husband thoroughly enjoys the steaks each and every time we go. YUM! | 12
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I'm sorry but what is the big deal?!? I can get great steak for a lot less $$. And everything is ala carte! No way. I was not impressed by anything here. Ruth's Chris is better! But quality steaks can be eaten at much better priced establishments. | 01
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saying this place is very, very good is not giving it justice. it is not as good as capital grille, but man is it close. again , bring 300 bucks, if you cannot afford it, don;'t go. go to longhorns. | 12
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What can I say? This is beef euphoria in wine heaven! Always consistent , always delectable, always special treatment . | 12
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We decided to change-up our Ruth's Chris experience with another high rated steakhouse. Just like any night out to dinner we dressed up with a nice top and jeans, which happened to be the wrong style for the hostess at Morton's. After checking in with the girl at the front an unnamed judgmental man who sat us at our table made a judgmental comment \""Oh jeans I see...\"" making both my girlfriend and I uneasy and uncomfortable about the rest of our experience. \n\nThe drinks were average and the steaks were good, but not fabulous. In fairness, our waiter was very friendly, though.\n\nUnfortunately, our friendly waiter was not enough to overcome our bad initial impression. I expected better, especially at a nice restaurant like this.\n\nWhen people are attempting to come into your establishment and spend over $150 on dinner, you should do whatever you can to make them feel as comfortable as possible. Now I am sure never to return back to Morton's and I tell everyone I know about my negative experience. | 01
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Fantastic steak. Gentlemen's club decor. Professional service. Valet parking. Expensive. | 12
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I recently dined here for my anniversary and was deeply disappointed by the service. Placed in a high traffic area; dirty dishes left on table; drinks not re-filled; server not familiar with menu and special pricing; Did not get order right; I have expressed my concerns to Landry's and to the restaurant directly, and have been ignored. The service here does not match the high prices. | 01
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This was a terrible horrible experience this evening and I will never go to this Mortons again. I was sitting in the bar when a guy in dirty jeans and a t-shirt was so drunk at the bar he fell off his bar stool and I had to pick up the stools. I decided this situation was not going to get better so I left before ordering. I walked out and phoned the manager and told him that I was upset that they served this guy until he was totally intoxicated and could not even walk out of there. He apologized and asked me to come back as he was gone. I walked up and he was still staggering around outside and I walked in. Rich said he was sorry and I sat back at the bar and he wanted to buy me an appetizer and a drink and I said okay. The bartender never came back to me to take my drink order. I decided to leave and the manager was outside still trying to take care of the situation with the drunk with the police. He saw me leave and I shook his hand and said thanks anyway and I walk away and when all else fails HOOTERS makes a mean chicken wing but would of rather had my Filet and Broccoli\n\nOh Well | 01
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Best steakhouse in Charlotte! The steaks are so tender & juicy there is no substitute for that beef. I'm also very impressed with chefs that know how to cook a steak to order, every time. We have never been disappointed with anything we've ordered, entrees to side dishes or deserts. Its all high quality food and super delicious. Whenever my husband and I get to treat ourselves we always choose Morton's, we love it! | 12
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Here for a birthday dinner for my fiance and having been to a few other Morton locations I knew what I was in store for. And that is delicious steaks, insane deserts and outstanding service. At least those are the things I always walk away from the place remembering.\n\nThis location is no different, great staff and comfortable atmosphere to relax with no rush to dining.\n\nThe parking is pretty non existent here so I suggest valet. | 12
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The food and service was excellent. Our sever Tara was on point. She was very knowledge. The restaurant is going through some remodeling and it gives it a more modern look. I enjoy everything and will be back | 12
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Poor service and the food was overpriced for the quality. Nothing tasted bad but it was way too expensive. I would recommend Capital Grille over Morton's. | 01
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best steak EVER EVER EVER\ncajun rib eye ......juicy .. tasteful .... cooked to perfection\n\ngreat service \n\nafter bad experience at McCormick & Schmick's ... it was completely the opposite here\n\nCody was my server ... happy guy with outgoing personality .. attentive but not overbearing....\n\nthe manager was exceptional .......\n\npricey but well with it\n\nCody recommended the fresh spinach salad .. I'm not a salad guy but this was exceptional, diced salad and vinaigrette, chopped bacon, diced egg .....it was great!!\n\nif there are better steaks .... i'm truly scared to eat them.\n\nN - JOY! | 12
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I was in Uptown for an all-day meeting and looking for someplace to go on my lunch break. I decided to give Matt's Chicago Dog a try because I've always noticed the crowds, I love hot dogs, and I love Chicago (I'm a sucker for marketing). \n\nThe menu was a lot more extensive than I was expecting and I felt a bit overwhelmed, like being the new kid coming into a school halfway through the year. Everyone walking in knew what they wanted and how to order. I, on the other hand, felt like I had to go back to Ordering Food 101. The guy behind the counter was very friendly and accommodating, though, and walked me through the process. I still felt stupid, but at least I got to order. \n\nFinding a place to sit was the biggest challenge. The place fills up during lunch. Luckily, hot dogs (and other similar items) are usually quick to eat, so people don't stay seated for very long. The atmosphere doesn't pretend to be a place for \""hanging out\"" and talking anyway, so you want to eat and go. \n\nThe people working there definitely have a good process, but you still have to wait a little while for your food, as everything's freshly made. And with the menu and the list of toppings being so extensive, no two things coming out are probably alike. \n\nI got my polish sausage and fries in good time, though, and enjoyed them immensely. I just wish we had someplace like Matt's near MY workplace, as I'd like to try a lot more on the cheaply priced menu! | 12
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Dropped in for lunch on a Saturday. Was relatively crowded, but I was able to order quickly with my food coming out a few minutes later. \n\nI ordered the Chicago Dog all the way and a brat. \n\nThe relish was bright green, so I was a little taken aback by it. I gave it a shot, but it ultimately was not my taste, so it was banished to the serving container.... The remainder of the hot dog was really good though. \n\nThe brat - Nothing to write home about. It was OK. Not as good as a beer brat from home. I would skip that one and just get 2 Chicago Dogs instead.\n\nIf you're looking for a hot dog in Chicago, Matt's is the place to get it! | 12
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Matt's Chicago Dogs are delish! I love going there, parking is a pain, you can park in the lot at the greenway, but it is $4 for 30 mins or something crazy like that. I drive past it and park in front of the Duke energy building at a meter and walk in for my fix. The hot dogs are great, you can tell they take pride when they serve their food. French fries are always hot and they have good sweet tea. Now that is an extra bonus!! I will rate Matt's Ch. Dogs, three corndogs. | 12
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Love me a hot dog; especially Chicago dog. What makes a hot dog a true Chicago dog...well let me tell you. Steamed or water-simmered, kosher-style, all-beef frankfurter on a poppy seed bun. The hot dog is topped with yellow mustard, chopped white onions, sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, tomato slices, pickled sport peppers, and a dash of celery salt. NEVER, NEVER has ketchup. That's like putting ketchup on a Brat...absolute no, no :) \n\nMatt's, also located in Cornelius is great for a quick pit stop. They also have burgers, salads, Italian beef, etc. You can get everything \""Carolina style\"" too if you're so inclined. Located on The Green near Aquavina. Great outdoor seating on a nice day! | 12
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Chicago is only minutes away from uptown Charlotte. Didn't you know that? Well, Matt's Chicago hot dogs were as close to authentic as you are going to get in North Carolina. \n\nChicago Dog Ingredients: Check \nRestaurant Ambiance: Excellent (Check)\nOutdoor Seating in a Park: Check\n\nGoing back for many more hotdogs: CHECK!!\n\nThey also offer combos so you can wash down the dog with some delicious fries and a soda. There are several other options besides the Chicago dog if you are feeling adventurous. They also offer burgers etc etc. I haven't tried the burgers yet and it may be a while because I'm going to keep getting the dogs. I love hot dogs. Enjoy!!\n\n-Ian M. | 12
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Ahhhhhh. The neon green relish. The crisp, fresh pickle and tomato. The poppyseed bun. The real Vienna beef dog... well, it was a bit soft but in general the food here to me says west 35th, 55th off the Dan Ryan, or even 95th and Ewing if you know what I mean. They've got the lingo. Fresh cut fries, pizza puffs. \nSadly the decor to me says something more like Fullerton and Clark. It's just a little too nice. I know that's a strange complaint. The tables and chairs look right, but that glass-and-brass sneezeguard and the tasteful mural... eh. Its just not tacky enough. I want to see posters of thick eyebrowed women holding up kronos gyros. \nI digress. Tasteful decor is not a dealbreaker though. I'm sure I'll be back. | 12
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Mmm hmm it rivals red hot lovers of Ann Arbor, Michigan. I love a good chicago dog no matter where it came from and Matt knows how to make a good dog. | 12
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Matt's is a great stop for lunch. I have been here many times and always had great fast service. Contrary to their name, they serve food other than hot dogs...actually I think the majority is something other than a hot dog. \nI have had the cheese burger which is good, better than fast food. The homemade chips with a side of ranch are amazing! \nI have other friends that have tried other items and love them. This is a must have stop in our lunch rotation.\nOn the healthier side, they have an apple blue cheese salad that is AWESOME. It has huge slices of apple, pecans, blue cheese crumbles, and romaine lettuce with a balsamic dressing. It is one of the best salads downtown! | 12
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I stopped at Matt's for a quick bite while attending a conference. The location was perfect -- close to the convention center, yet not right in the middle of all of the hubub. The park was pleasant to walk next to while heading over, but I was glad to have someone with me who had been there before.\n\nWhile ordering, the staff was polite and friendly, noting our convention badges and asking where we were from. They recognized the members of our group that had been there the previous day. I ordered the two corn-dog combo; others in my group ordered the hot dog combo and the burger combo. The fries were piping hot and perfectly seasoned. Our corn-dogs were the perfect combination of golden batter and awesome dog, and the burger and regular dogs were gone before I could ask the others how they were :) The ketchup on the table was a little low, but I think we were there just after the lunch rush, so that was understandable.\n\nBy the time I was ready for a refill on my diet coke before heading out, there was a small line at the register. The cashier waved me to the front of the line when he saw my cup, so I didn't have to wait while others ordered -- I was highly surprised, and very thankful for his consideration. I wish more restaurants did that.\n\nOne of the earlier reviewers mentioned confusion with picking up baskets right next to the utensil area -- when I visited, there was a young woman running food out (she called the number and waited for the correct person to raise their hands). It seemed to work much better than having customers pick up their order. \n\nI would definitely recommend Matt's Chicago Dog for anyone in the area. | 12
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Normally I wouldn't even think about walking into a hot dog joint, then I reviewed the menu via yelp. Much more than just hot dogs. Chicken, burgers, chix salad, reubens, Italian beef and even BBQ pork. My brother and I were in town for work and needed to get out into the air. Short walk from our meeting, and Matt's is located on the first floor of what appears to be a newer condominium building. The entrance is adjacent to an outside green space area with multiple other shops and eateries nearby. Fantastic seating outside and ample table space inside. He went for the BBQ pork and I chose the Italian beef with cheese and hot peppers ( vs sweet). Au jus on the side, a basil based sauce that perfectly complemented the hoagie. Ladies, you'll need the knife and fork provided. Don't attempt to handle this one without 'em. Well done, Matt! | 12
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My Hot Dog was good, but like many establishments these days the service was sub par. I walked up to the counter smiling ready to order, and the guy just stared at me like I was interrupting something that he had going on. I said Hi and he looked confused.....sooo before I placed my order I decided to give him some customer service 101......GREET!! I am amazed at the lack of individuals willing to at least do their jobs these days. | 12
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I have actually gone to Matt's Chicago Dog for lunch for 4 consecutive weeks. Great place for lunch. They have really fast service seemingly even when there is a crowd. I have made it my business to try a few different things all of the items I've had were great. My only complaint would be on the homemade fries. Be sure to check your order because you do not want them cold. Definitely plan on going back. | 12
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Two words.....PIZZA PUFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Crispy fried pockets of pizza dough filled with the most mouth watering gooey cheese, bits of sausage and tangy tomato sauce inside. Sooooo good..... Do yourself a favor and get 2 of them and thank me after. I grew up in the Chicago area and everything here is just like I remember it. I just saw that they are now serving Chicago-style deep dish pizza! Can't wait to give it a try. They also have Vienna Beef hot dogs which are literally the best hot dogs you'll ever eat. I like to eat them with fries and cheese. Ask for extra crunchy fries because they tend to be soft, not crispy. Go here, you'll love it! | 12
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I tried their Italian Beef and its \""meh\"". Not really close to being what you can get in Chicago, but decent for what is offered in Charlotte. I don't even know if there is another place that offers Italian Beef on their menu, but I would still eat another one here if I was pheenin' for one. \n\nAnother Chicago fav is the pizza puff. Not much they need to do with it but fry it. Can't go wrong except for destroying any diet plans and giving you a tad of heartburn for us older folks. One was good enough for me...two might be pushing it. $3.99 each and no option to make it a combo meal.\n\nThe cheese used for the cheese fries is an absolute \""boooo!\"". I will not try those again. | 12
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Don't know what the deal was, but on a day with a car show across the street and a basketball game a couple blocks away we were one of about 3 parties which rolled up for lunch only to find the place closed. Who knows how many folks did the same thing considering the posted Saturday hours. Then again about half of Uptown was closed. CLT remains at heart a town by, for, and of bankers. Sad. | 01
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I like Matt's because they make most everything right to order so the burgers, fries, etc are always piping hot and fresh. It takes a bit longer than not doing this way but the trade off is well worth it. Love the Italian Beef, Char Dog and Fire Dog as well.\n\nThis location is really convenient to my office so I find myself there at least a couple times a month and will continue doing so as long as they remain consistent in what they do. | 12
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Another Starbucks review? I've come to realize that not all Starbucks are the same and this one is somewhat lackluster. I ordered a medium iced Americano and overheard the baristas tell one another that it looked kinda weak. They made it anyway and gave it to me. I told them (politely of course) that it was and they made another one regular strength. That's definitely not Starbucks signature customer service. \n\nI can't say I will go back to this particular Starbucks, unless I'm stranded around J & W with a caffeine-deprived headache. I agree with Jess that there are exceedingly few coffeehouses uptown. | 01
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As the duly-designated Johnnie Cochran of this particular Starbucks at Gateway Village, it is my sworn duty to defend this location and say this to the 2-and 3-star reviewers: man, y'all don't know what you're talking 'bout.\n\nI've been working here for 3 years, and this one's been my go-to spot for caffeine. So I can't really complain about such trivialities as parking (parking sucks all around here, so while the complaints are valid, I couldn't care less) and the fact that it gets crowded and busy. More on that in a bit. But when you walk into a particular Starbucks and the baristas not only know what you favor every day - in my case, a grande Misto w/non-fat milk - but also have it ready before you reach the wait counter.\n\nThe great news about this location is the recent renovation, which sucked for me considering I was without a workday coffee fix for exactly 10 business days, and when you have to rely on that shitty-assed Keurig-brewed coffee I have to endure at home, or force yourself to walk from Gateway to N. Tryon on a spectacularly and stupidly hot afternoon, which, by the way, I'd rather suck on a wet and frayed towel than have to walk 6 city blocks in 95-degree weather just for a delicious cup of coffee...oh shit, where was I? The renovation, right. The biggest complaint was the lack of space at this location, and when folks were getting their fix between 8-10am and 2-4pm, you know this spot would get crazy crowded, and you really couldn't move around without accidently brushing someone's ass, and then have to wait for some slow poke to finish languidly stirring their mocha choca latta yay extra soy 5-pump coffee, it got pretty frustration. Thankfully, the renovation has not just created a better use of space - there's a nice and cozy sitting spot in the back - but it's even cheerful-looking, in a rustic sort of way. \n\nAnd then there's Sarah, the shift manager, a pint-sized, smart-ass (I love smart-asses) that runs a tight ship but makes everyone feel like they're the most important customer ever. The whole staff is great, friendly even, but Sarah is the shit.\n\nNot all Starbucks are created equal, but this location works just fine for me. So there. | 12
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Hmmm..... where to start with this one. I'll go with atmosphere, which was the good part. Cool sports bar, pool tables and ample flat screens. Now for the not so good. Our bartender was a disaster- I rarely will ever say that, I used to be one myself and understand that sometimes you can get overwhelmed, or whatever other benefit of the doubt I normally give. But this was pretty bad. We sat at the bar with only a handful of other people, so it's not even like it was busy. We told her were were going to eat and needed menus. My finacee asked for a Sunset Wheat beer, which was on tap. We weren't paying attention to her as she poured, but once he sipped the beer he immediately knew it was a Sam Adams. OK, mistake. But when we looked over at the taps, the two were no where near each other. We flagged here down when she returned to the bar (she kept disappearing) and she apologized, went to pour the correct beer and only got a half a glass out of it. Just a minute, she promised. \n\nLiterally, like 15 minutes later, she finally came back but then ran off again before we could tell her we were ready to put in our food order. We were starving! We finally flagged here down and placed the order. Good thing we ordered when we did, because the food took forever to come out!! By the time we got it we were SO hungry. I ordered the Mahi Mahi over rice, and I wouldn't have finished it if I wasn't starving - the Mahi was really dry, and they added so much spice to the dish that whatever flavor was there was killed. Granted, it is a sports bar, but I've worked in Sports bars before that served amazing fish dishes. If it's not going to be good, it shouldn't be on the menu. After flagging the bartender down (again), we finally got our bill and decided that we definitely would not be back to eat, but maybe just for drinks. | 01
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My girl and I rolled into Charlotte on a Monday at around 9. Living in New York gives one a certain confidence in finding places to dine at all hours of the night. Apparently that's not how this particular section of Charlotte gets down. We wandered around for about 20 minutes on the poorly lit, desolate streets until we found the Fox and Hound Smokehouse. \n\nNow Nature is all about balance. What Charlotte lacks in options, they make up for in value. Fox and Hound is a case in point. This is a sports bar with pool tables and lots of big screen TV's. \n\nWe got Budweisers for $2.50 and and Cosmos for $4. If I'm not mistaken, these are the prices Monday-Thursday! You don't see that in New York. Wings were 35 cents a piece, had a choice of 5 different marinades, and were quite good. \n\nGreat minds think alike. My girl and I both split some wings and got the Field of Greens salad. Greens, tomato wedges, Monterey Jack & Cheddar Cheese. Cucumbers, Roasted corn, peppers, onions and bacon pieces. I added blackened chicken to that sucker and it was crucial. The service was good and our waitress was very knowledgeable. | 12
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My pasta tasted like rubber, I think they might have served me the display. The crowd here was pretty rowdy and entertaining, but my dinner was no good. I guess I don't enjoy mainstream bars like this one. There are a lot of attractive people around, but I really didn't have a lot in common with the other patrons. If you like kind of preppy establishments, you would enjoy this place.. It just isn't up my alley though. I do have to say that it was clean and all of the employees know what they are doing though. | 01
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There is a sandwich here that is delicious. It's called the Black Forest. Get it. Life changing.\n\nI really like this place mostly because the Black Forest and the drink specials. I usually have a good time here. The other food isn't amazing, but the atmosphere is hopping. | 12
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After stopping by Blackfinn for a drink on a late Friday night (what a huge mistake), we wanted a more laid back atmosphere and walked over here. I've been to Fox and Hounds all over the country so I knew what to expect. Had the French Dip which was loaded and very good. This is always a pretty reliable place for decent pub grub and a beer. But, avoid 'The Drifter' beer at all costs.. horrendous! | 12
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I really liked their beer selections. This place is a nice hometown \""big\"" bar. Not chain-like. The staff wasnt the friendliest but the food, beer, and prices made up for that. I would definitely suggest checking it out on a NFL SUnday too. Whole lot of TVs. \n\nEnjoy\n\nIan M. | 12
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Visited for lunch on the weekend. This place maybe good for game watching in the evenings but I do not think they are equipped for much else. \n\nI sat in a booth in the bar area and you could see they hadn't cleaned the walls in or near the booth in quite some time because of the old dried up food on the wall. Also the bathrooms where in bad shape.\n\nService: Slow and I'm not sure we where the servers to priority because there were not many other people in the place and we had to wait for everything.\n\nNot a good experience for us. | 01
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I'm with Mike B. I have visited 2 Fox & Hound Bars now (the other up in Huntersville) - both get two thumbs down on the food. \n\nBoth had good beer selection, TVs, and space. \n\nBut the food - no. I got the fish sandwich at the Huntersville location - poor choice. I got the chicken sandwch at the Tryon location - looked like it belonged on the kids menu; and it took 30 minutes, so it was also dry. I initially thought I'd give the place a 2nd chance - 2 for 2 bad food experiences is enough. | 01
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This place blows chunks. I would have given it just one star but the waitresses are fab and cute. The whole place smells like it has been through a flood and instead of getting the place cleaned properly they spent the insurance money on new cars. \n\nI have had the wings here..blah and the veggies are gross with brown tips on the celery. Yuck. It is a huge space and has cool giant tvs so if I was just here to watch the game and drink it would be okey dokey. There are a ton of places to watch the game though that have great food...sigh.... | 01
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I really hate this place. I've given it 3 chances, and they all sucked. Food was awful. Everything fried. Clean? Fuggetaboutit!!!! Staff was overwhelmed, they tried, but to no avail. With all the superior choices within walking distance, I will never go here again.\nThis is the first, and probably only, negative review I have posted. | 01
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Simply a bad experience. A group of us came to Charlotte from Cheyenne for a training course and wanted a good local place have dinner and drinks. The place wasn't busy at all and it took 20 minutes from the time we sat down to get out drink order taken and get our beverages. The food took way too long as well and was only lukewarm. I assure you I will not return to this establishment on this trip or any future trips. | 01
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This abomination certainly left much to be desired. There was a considearble wait from the ordering of drinks to receiving them, again to order food, and even longer to get our food.\n \nWhen it finally came, they had mixed up who ordered what, wrong sides with the entree, etc. All of our orders, from the 3 steaks to the sampler platter to the mini chili dogs, were lukewarm at best. One of the steaks even managed to taste like they had dropped it into the bottom of the grill. Think smokey, like campfire-smelling clothes smokey, but flavored that way.\n\nThe manager comped a portion of our meals, but the apparent lack of cusomer service and quality control more than overshadowed his attempt to make things right. I refuse to EVER set foot in this sub-par establishment again. | 01
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Took for ever just to get water and to take our order. We were there for over an hour before we got our food and it was cold. Will not return. | 01
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Groupon has allowed me to try new restaurants in places I never knew existed.I Have been to uptown many times and never noticed Fox and Hound. That could also be Rock Bottom Brewery sits across the street and makes this place seem so much smaller. My visit was at 2pm and we experienced some difficulty with parking. It also is DNC week and parking is off limits except for a few places along the street. Luckily we found one after circling 4 times. We walked in and it was awkward. One of those moments that you see in movies where a bar is noisy everyone stops and stares then goes about their business. Normally this isn't an issue but when the waitress and bartender does this its....awkward. We found a booth and sat and waited to be greeted. We waited, looked around and waited some more. Began looking around saw a bartender and that was it. No waitress no one else walking around. Wasn't sure if we should have sat at the bar to be noticed, or like in elementary school raise our hands to have permission to speak. It would have probably made a difference to recieve a smile or simple hello from the person behind the bar, then we probably wouldn't have felt forgotten. After 14 minutes we finally met our waitress who asked us if we needed more time to review the menu. Really? We counted 3 parties, thats it...in a otherwise bare restaurant. Food was good, received it pretty quickly. Our drinks were refilled often without being asked. First impressions really do matter. It wouldn't have mattered from that point if service was perfect. Don't ignore someone intentionally when they obviously know you can see them. From reading other reviews it seems that we aren't the only ones who experienced the same issues. Really felt like we were being intentionally ignored. We did something we have never done. Intentionally left without leaving a tip. The one person who was polite happened to be the person who was in the next room cleaning. Kinda ironic since she doesn't assist the people actually dining. Will not be back. | 01
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The atmosphere is like any other chain sports bar, service was bad, and I don't think I will be returning. Nothing stood out about this place with so many other great options just a block away. | 01
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as a suscriber to the Blumenthal, there is always some great entertainment at this venue in its several concert/symphony halls. Highly recommend for dates and time with friends! | 12
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Having now been to a handful of shows here (most recently the touring version of Young Frankenstein), I am impressed with both the facility and the execution of service from all the house staff. It makes an evening of arts and culture just that much nicer to enjoy.\n\nThe facility, adjacent and accessible from Founders Hall, is (relatively) new and sparkling throughout. The lobby spaces are very open and offer a number of modern chairs and benches to provide seating to patrons. A wide spiral staircase connects you to your level of seats and each level has a concession bar offering beer, wine, spirits, water, and a few snacks. Prices are a little steep, but not so bad as at your typical movieplex. Bonus tip: you can pre-order and pay for a drink during intermission. When you walk out, there is a side table with your drink and order slip waiting for you. So convenient and easy, as your time waiting in line is all but eliminated.\n\nI also think the seating inside the theater is very good, from most all levels. If anything, the Orchestra seats may be close to the stage but require angling your neck up to see the action. The seats in both the grand tier and mezzanine levels allow you to look down on the action but do offer unobstructed views.\n\nThe staff, located in the mint green jackets, are literally everywhere and available to help you find the most convenient door and path to your seats. If you ever have a problem with patrons around you, a discreet word to an usher will quickly remedy the issue. Bonus tip 2: they also sell parking passes for $5 before, during, and after the show. There are 4 decks near the BPAC that accept the coupons. The staff will check your parking ticket to make sure you parked in a qualifying deck and will then sell you a $5 ticket to get out after the show is over. I can't say how helpful this is- you just feed the coupon into the gate and off you go- no digging for cash or waiting for a credit card receipt to slow you down. \n\nBravo to this facility and their staff- they make a nice evening out just that much more enjoyable. | 12
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Contrary to popular belief, \""The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center\"" was not a particular building, but a group of entertainment venues which included two theatres, the Belk and Booth in one building uptown. Included in this group is also Ovens Auditorium and the new Knight Theatre, plus others. This caused so much confusion, that the enterprise recently dropped the name \""Center\"" from its name and is now known simply as \""Blumenthal Performing Arts\"" to avoid confusion. It's a little hard to visualize Ovens and the Knight being in the same \""center\"" so this was a wise decision.\n\nAnyway, they do a great job bring quality entertainment to the QC. They also often have good deals on prices, affinity groups, and more. I have seen some major shows here, and almost all have been good. This is coming from someone who has seen several shows in Toronto, which trails only NYC in theatre production in North America. They seem to offer a little something for everyone throughout the year. | 12
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Perhaps Blumenthal should not be reviewed, since it is a group of venues, and an organization, rather than a single location? Ah well, here we go anyway.\n\nAs Brian has mentioned, many have confused the Belk Theater for the Blumenthal, when actually, Blumenthal refers to the whole shebang - the organization that manages the Belk, as well as the Booth (in the same structure as the Belk), and a handful of others around town to boot - even some not uptown!\n\nWith that in mind, the most popular is surely the Belk because it is the largest and most prominent, but that does not make it the best. Some of the smaller venues are actually much better for seeing a show. The Booth may be one of the best places to see a show in town, and the McGlohon is a great space converted from a former church - it's tough to match anywhere.\n\nMake sure you check out the various spaces and recognize that the name Blumenthal means more than just the big theater uptown. | 12
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Ri-Ra's is an Irish Pub and Restaurant that becomes a popular nightlife spot in Uptown Charlotte after dinner hours. The food is good for the price level, and eating on the 2nd floor patio which looks onto the Hearst plaza is a great experience during the warmer months. At night Ri-Ra's has live music and a DJ which alternate floors depending on the night. The bartenders are excellent, the atmosphere fun, and the drinks strong. A great place to go to have a few drinks with drink specials every night of the week and a great place to grab a meal with specials depending on the time of day. Cover for guys is $5 on the weekends, free for girls. | 12
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I normally HATE chain Irish pubs, but this particular one is a cut way above the rest. \n\nGreat food, very very nice staff, a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, and great (meaning talented and not obnoxious) Irish/Scottish entertainment. | 12
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not your average Irish pub... on the weekends it can get packed... and upstars they have a DJ or band and it can get a lil crazy... on big nights it is hard to move beacuse of so many pople but i guess it is like that everywhere in CLT... i have never eaten there food... but have heard it is ok... | 12
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Definitely a great Irish pub! I was a little disappointed that the downstairs is completely all smoking tables since that seems to be where it is the liveliest but in all reality, it wasn't that smoky so we ended up eating downstairs anyway. I ordered the Shepherd's Pie which was veryyy good, definitely recommend it! The decor is very authentic and could definitely see this place getting pretty crowded later on at night since the upstairs and downstairs are really not that big. However, would recommend it as a place to check out if you are visiting Charlotte! | 12
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Great irish pub. Interior is great, looks like an authentic pub. They've got great food. Service is pretty good as well. Like most bars in Charlotte it's filled with smokers but that's par for the course in NC. Two levels, downstairs looks more the irish pub part. They typically have entertainment in some form either upstairs or down. Definitely worth a stop for a pint of Guinness! | 12
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Civilized, respectable locations don't charge separate covers for the gander and the goose. Yes, it's that simple. \n\nWell, Ri-Ra, I used to be a fan of your Irish authenticity, in terms of a cozy, low-key beer every now and then. But seems you have taken a turn away from legitimacy, and towards masses of drunken revelrers. A shame, really, for my once favorite bar in Charlotte. | 01
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The food looks great so I'd definitely try it again for lunch or dinner. But it's a tiny space, even with the upstairs, so don't go on weekends if you don't like being mauled to death by overly tan twenty somethings in polo shirts. | 01
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Over-crowded, nothing special | 01
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When I walked into this place I felt like I was walking into my dad's favorite bar in my hometown. It was very casual and laid back, with the big wooden chairs and comfortable atmosphere. The food was about the same as the bar back home too. Good but not spectacular. It tasted very fresh and well cooked, but pub food is rarely worth getting too excited about. The waitress was very attentive and took good care of us. She really wanted us to have a good time. | 12
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We stopped in here for a drink on a Friday night. One of the more authentic irish pubs i've been to. The decor had a nice Irish feel and they had a band going at it upstairs(another example, they pronounce Smithwicks properly, if you don't understand, just ask an irishman)\n\nThey charged a $5 cover, ladies were free. \nThe place was pretty hoppin, lots of drunk girls having a blast.\n\nWe pulled up to the bar and had a few drinks. A nice selection at a decent price. When it comes to Irish bars I'm always a sucker for a shot of Jameson with a Guinness chaser and they didn't disappoint.\n\nIt sounded like there was alot more fun to be had upstairs(live band, dance floor etc) but we were just to tired to check it out, maybe next time. | 12
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This was the most pleasant dining experience I had on my business trip to Charlotte, and of course it occurred the afternoon I was leaving. After spending a week in suburbia hell, I wanted to see if Charlotte actually had a downtown, and happily I found it, along with affordable parking. We were super hungry, so we literally stepped into the first place that served food once we got out of the car. Luckily it was Ri Ra. I hear this is a rocking place on the weekend, but on a cold Tuesday afternoon, we pretty much had the place to ourselves (except for the loudmouth \""screenwriter\"" at the bar). We sat by the fireplace and enjoyed Harp on tap and sandwiches. My pastrami was delicious, but if I could do it again I would have the full serving of the magnificent mac n' cheese. The lunch menu was extensive with very reasonable prices. The best thing about this place however was our waiter, who is getting married in Jackson Square down here in NOLA this August, bless his heart. He was super nice and attentive with zero fakiness. Best of luck to you, kind sir! | 12
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a sports bar galore\ncold french fries make me so sad\neighteen dollars gone | 01
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I went to Ri Ra a few weeks ago and had a great experience. I called ahead to make sure they were serving fish and chips that day (they only serve it if the catch of the day is up to their standards) and they were. The beer selection is really great-- we decided to get the trio of Irish beers featuring Harp, Swithwicks, and Guinness. We started out with a half order of wings with a Jameson honey glaze. The wings were perfectly cooked and the glaze was really excellent. My boyfriend and I both ordered the fish and chips which were fresh and delicious with a crisp and delicious crust. Even though we were incredibly full, we saw the table next to us order a dish full of what looked like chocolate mousse and immediately told our waitress we wanted that for dessert. It was a Bailey's chocolate mousse with whipped cream on the top. It was a HUGE serving, perfect for sharing and definitely fulfilled our chocolate craving. In addition to the food, the atmosphere was really cool and the service was fantastic. Our waitress had a lot of great suggestions and seemed very knowledgeable of the menu. \n\nI will be heading back to Ri Ra very soon to try some Guinness stew or a traditional Irish breakfast! | 12
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Went in to meet some friends who'd come in from out of town. Lovely place, admittedly - the restoration after the fire is impressive. When we arrived, the hostess, when she finally quit talking on her phone, couldn't find our reservation and seemed pretty snotty about it. We went upstairs, found our people, and spent the next two hours trying to get the attention of the bartenders, to little avail. The music was too loud for conversation.\n\nSummary: VERY noisy, terrible service. I'd tell you about the food, but the food we ordered never arrived. Wild dogs couldn't drag me back. | 01
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Last time I went it was about 3pm on a weekday and there were 3 guys sitting at the bar Ttalking with a male bartender. I stood there for approx 5-7 mins before I was even acknowledged. Needless to say, they haven't gotten any more of my business | 01
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Here's a big hint: on Mondays, the burgers are half priced if you eat in! They grind their meat in house so you can get them as rare as you like. I strongly recommend getting the hand cut chips, they are light years better than the regular fries. The burgers are huge, crumbly and messy, like a good hand made burger should be and they have a few different kinds, a friend had the lamb burger and said it was outstanding. | 12
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Ri Ra is a pretty good size Irish pub in the First Ward downtown Charlotte. I stopped in for a quick solo lunch and was surprised to see so many free tables. If Ri Ra was near my office in Chicago, it would be packed at lunch time. \n\nThe hostess and server were both extremely nice. The hostess told me that all the wood and furnishings were brought over from Ireland when Ri Ra was built. It's a pretty big place, 2 floors, with a large bar and lots of tables. \n\nI was craving a burger but I had been told that I should have brisket while in Charlotte. Since I always do what I'm told, I went with the Wiltshire Patty, a delicious brisket sandwich. The brisket was very good, but the sweet potato tater tots were even better. Sweet potato tater tots. I'm now on a mission to find some of these in Chicago. \n\nFriendly service and sweet potato tater tots, what more can you ask for? | 12
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Hoegaarden on tap\nWhen you're in an Uptown mood\nRi Ra is the bomb | 12
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Went here during speed street for a drink with some friends so it was likely not a typical night, but we had a great time. The ambiance upstairs was great though the cover band was loud so we chose to sit outside. The balcony had a decent view and it was a bit smoky but not too unbearable (and I'm the kind of guy who doesn't usually mind it).\n\nEveryone I saw seemed to be having a good time, which is always a great sign, and if I lived in Charlotte I'm pretty certain I'd be here regularly. | 12
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Not cool enough to hang out at the pub, but grabbed a sandwich from the shop extension they got during lunch. Abnormally high 4 stars from me, but today at lunch it was just amazing. The weather was right, I was in a good mood and hungry.\n\nGot wheat roll, dijon mustard, salami, swiss, some vegetables and banana peppers. All tasted great and it was unfair because I got my favorite meat and cheese with perfect other stuff in sandwich. Little pricey came to a little over seven bones, but whatevs.\n\nLooking forward to washing my car, pumping some jams in the ride, getting a fresh haircut post-gym/tan/laundry. Maybe then I'll be cool enough for the pub.\n\ndmo out | 12
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The following things make Ri Ra amazing, no arguments. Period. End of discussion.\n\n1. McSorley's Dark, not only on draft but served in half pints as God intended.\n\n2. Colman's mustard available on request. She brought malt vinegar for my fries, sorry \""chips\"", without me having to ask. Together they are the end all, be all of chip eating.\n\n3. Super tasty and generous food. I loved the beer battered fish and chips and the pork chop with broccolini and potato cake looked (and I'm told was) great.\n\n4. Cragganmore single malt. Yes, it is pricey. A single will run you $12 but it is my favorite scotch, so I say it gets a number.\n\n5. Friendly and jovial staff. We made an open table reservation on a Friday night and though they called to say they couldn't necessarily honor the exact time, when we showed up they had our table waiting despite walk in customers waiting to be seated.\n\n6. Did I say McSorely's and Colman's w/malt vinegar? Because if I did why are we still talking?\n\nRi Ra is a classy version of the Irish pub I love to feel at home in. Go check it out. It might just save your impression of Uptown. | 12
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My friend had Sheppard's Pie and I had a great Burger with Onion Rings, Red Onion, Ri Ra BBQ Sauce and I threw away the bun fo fun and I'm on a diet, so I say. First we had Potato Cakes and wow they were good.\n\nThis is a fun place! It exudes Charm and though I would not call it Romantic I do not know why I would not! We were here last week and wanted to stay, though wound up at Vapiano, so all week I kept thinking when are we going back to Ri Ra, I only took a week. Few places have such charm that I believe influence my enjoyment of the food. Ri Ra seems to be one of those places! Our server, a girl who lived in California was great! They were staring to play trivia as we were finishing. We were glad to be finishing! \n\nMore on food: I always enjoy a few bites of a good Shepard's Pie though I would never want more than a few bites! This one is the best I've tasted 4.0 yelp stars. My burger mmmmm 4.1 stars. Ri Ra BBQ Sauce 4.9 stars, Fries (someone loved them) 3.2 stars. The Bread was a dark, thick, hearty, fresh wonder (looked like Chocolate Cake) 3.89 stars. Onion Rings 3.2 stars. Potato Cakes are hard to rate, I've had them in Brit Pubs, Irish Pubs and German Restaurants, these were very good, maybe 4.85 stars or better and they were served with sour cream and balsamic. Nice Touch!\n\nFor dessert we had the very disappointing Special Irish or Baileys Chocolate Mousse and the slightly better Flour less Chocolate cake. I'll rate the Cake 2.89 yelp stars, I had two bites and though neither of us liked it that much and my friend doesn't even like Chocolate someone cleaned the plate. This Dessert was after the meal!\n\nI would go back and get the Leak Soup, though it was Soup of the Day and I would check out the Fried pickles and see what else might look good! | 12
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I was fairly unimpressed with my food at Ri Ra... I ordered the lamb burger, which consisted of an under seasoned, overly large portion of ground lamb with a bit of feta on a bun.\n\nRi Ra redeems itself a bit with a nice pub atmosphere. Although... a more unique selection of Irish brews would be a nice improvement. | 01
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This review is geared specifically towards their lunch time fare. I was looking for a new place to put into rotation and dropped in here a few weeks back. I was pleasantly surprised to find it much to the liking of a Subway but refined and truly fresher ingredients. The service was ok, not really over excited to serve but I imagine that's because this place gets really packed so they stick to the business at hand. I got there around 11:30am and any later I would have been in line with about 20 other people. This place gets packed! Of course a couple other good things about this location is that if the weather is good there isn't a much better patio for eating then right there outside, out front of Hearst Tower. Also they have a loyalty card which is always a good thing! | 12
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If you don't already know this, Irish Pubs are known equally as well for their booze (ales, whiskey, and lager!) as they are for their \""pub food.\"" I award 5 stars to Ri Ra for exemplifying the latter quality in its lunch menu. Granted, the place only offers sandwiches (and salads too I guess) at noon, but they are absolutely, positively, worth the trip. \n\nAlmost everdyday the lunch menu offers a \""special,\"" which tends to be the most succulent sandwich filler one could ever conjure up in their kitchen. They take a perfectly roasted pork loin, for example, and carve thick slices, which are then layered on top of a freshly baked roll. These rolls are never crunchy or stale; they don't cut the roof of your mouth when you bite in (ouch!), nor do they get soggy when adding condoments. I'm not quite sure how this phenomenon is achieved, but it's kudos-worthy. I hate when my tomato becomes part of the bread. BLEAGH. These rolls on the contrary, are so fresh and soft, they're practically falling apart, until glued in place by the panini grill. Unlike other delis/lunch spots, you should keep your sandwich simple, because the ingredients and toppings are so fresh and flavorful it would be a shame to spoil the fun. The special pork sandwich with mustard, cheese, lettuce, and tomato is mind-bogglingly good, and I have often heard that the turkey with cranberry being referred to as \""Christmas in a bun.\"" You decide.\n\nAND YOU GET A PICKLE!! I mean seriously, just when you thought life couldn't get any better, you get a pickle for the win. \n\nI'll definitely be filling out my loyalty card here (8 sandwiches, get one free). And you need to be beating the lunch rush, because once the special is out.... its OUT. Word has gotten out about the magic that happens at Ri Ra though, so don't get left behind :P\n\n5/5 | 12
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Can't rate the food but we had an excellent time at Ri Ra! Great service behind the bar on a busy Friday night! Thanks to all! | 12
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My fish and chips were really pretty good. I got the regular size and the piece of fish I got was enormous. I can only imagine how huge an actual large would be. | 12
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OK, this current rating ONLY applies to the horrific braised short ribs that they unfortunately served me at dinner the other night! Usually, they have pretty solid food, and have a great beer selection. Went there with my work-mates in celebration of a major milestone, and our big boss picked up the tab (which is always nice)!\n\nWe ordered a bunch of appetizers, lots of beer, and then the entrees. Mine was the last to come out, and when it did, I said, \""where's the beef?\"" And I literally meant it. My braised short ribs were ALL BONES! Yes, all bones, with VERY LITTLE meat on them! And what little meat there was, was chewy. As a \""foodie,\"" I am shocked that their Chef would actually serve something like that. I mean, did he think I was an Irish Wolfhound who would gnaw on the bones???\n\nI had to come home to eat something as I was still hungry (not having any meat for this meat-a-tarian is brutal)! I sent their Management a message, but have not yet heard back. I seriously doubt I will hear anything from them, but I felt compelled to tell them that this meal was just AWFUL! Thank GOD for the good beers to drown out my disgust.\n\nDespite my anger at this, RiRa still has the BEST Fish and Chips in Charlotte, and again, a wonderful beer selection. Just know that this one star rating ONLY applies to the beef short ribs dish, and nothing else. | 01
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Been here twice; both times it was an awful experience. In both cases, the trouble started with the hostess, continued through poor/nonexistent service. On this occasion, there was a cover for the privilege of listening to a lousy cover band playing tired seventies tunes in a room with terrible acoustics--apparently without a soundboard--and putting down money on overpriced drinks, surrounded by frat boys, guidos, and gold diggers in addition to the aforementioned problems. I'd write a more entertaining review, but honestly it's not worth the effort. | 01
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A Charlotte classic hang out :) | 12
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I went out for the evening with my cousin since the place that she had a Groupon for was completely slammed last night... We hemmed, hawed and finally decided on Ri Ra... \n\nMy experience was solid... Our bartender Michael was an absolute delight... He was attentive and offered suggestions... Since I already had dinner for the night, I wasn't very hungry, but I was interested in trying something... I decided on the potato and leek soup, which was incredibly creamy and delicious... For drinks, I had the Jameson Rose (which was a vibrant pink... I don't know why that surprised me as much as it did, but it was pretty cool... lol) and a beer flight for $6. The beer flight was Guinness, Harp, Smithwick's and a mixture of Harp and Guiness called the Half and Half... I thought it was a great value with some quality beers. \n\nMy cousin thoroughly enjoyed her nachos, but she sent back a cocktail... She apparently ordered a drink that no one ever asks for because Michael had to check the menu to remember how to make it... It didn't sound like it would taste great from the description and my cousin is ultra picky, so I don't fault him at all... lol\n\nOverall, I had a fabulous time at Ri Ra... I might have to start going out a bit more often... | 12
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I understand everyplace has its rules. My friends had a pre-wedding party here. And at 10pm it becomes a \"" standing bar\"" only. But did your staff have to be rude to the parents who were still sitting down a little respect goes a long way. We will not be going back. | 01
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I came here for \""brunch\"" before having to board a flight home. \n\nI got the Holy Grail Ale and the Breakfast Burger. The ale was tasty and the burger was quite good. Though I would warn anyone that if you're going to go for this burger make sure your stomach is empty, skip breakfast, go in starving. This burger is the biggest thing I have ever eaten in one sitting! But, oh my, it was tasty. The kind of clog your arteries good. I don't think I needed to eat again that day. \n\nThe only complaint I had was that the service was a little slow for me given I had a flight to catch and mentioned it to my server. | 12
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Apparently, reservations are not valued here. We had a reservation for 7 and were told it would be a 20 min. wait. Walked over to Harvest Moon Grille and had lunch instead. Wish I could have reviewed the food... | 01
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The large employee guy with blonde hair was belligerent and trying to start fights with several us last night. He needs to be fired and needs to be some changes made. | 01
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I have always heard good things about Ri Ra's but my experience was nothing spectacular. Ri Ra's is a decently sized (2 medium sized rooms) Irish bar is downtown Charlotte next door to Prohibition. My group stopped in Ri Ra's to meet up with a few others and I was not impressed. \n\nAfter paying one of the most unjustified $5 covers of my life, I walked in and felt like I had just stepped in to an Ivy League frat party. Suits, sport coats, and even tuxedos everywhere but this bar was nothing to dress up for. The general vibe in this place was very uppity and i had several unpleasant interactions with people. \n\nA DJ (who was actually pretty good) was playing blaring house music. I normally would have really enjoyed the music but the crowd at Ri Ra's on this night couldn't have cared less about the music. Dancing almost seemed frowned upon based upon what I saw. Not saying that a few bad eggs are representative of the entire bar but on this particular night, Ri Ra's did not live up to expectations. | 01
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Went for lunch with a group of girls from work. Waitress was completely overwhelmed. She had too many tables and I didn't see a manager out helping her once. We ordered our food at 12:15 and asked where our food was 12:45. Didn't get our food until after 1. I had a meeting and told the waitress to nix my order. She came out with orders and dropped the tray as she was handing out food. 2 people didn't get their food and the other 4 had to get to go boxes. Food isn't good either. Changes need to be made. I have never had a good experience here. | 01
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Came here with a friend for lunch and sat on the roof top deck. Aces for that! We started with the fried pickle. Love FP, but these were a poor representation of them. Greasy and the batter was peeling off. I had the brisket with sweet potato, oh! That's right. I didn't get what I ordered. I over cooked greasy fries like everyone else. The brisket was very good thought. It had shoe string onion rings and slaw on it. The meat was a bit over cooked. It was a beautiful day to hand with friends on the sunny deck! | 01
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I went to RiRa for dinner on a Saturday night and it was surprisingly good. My husband and I sat at the long bar, while a fire roared behind us and the NFL playoffs were shown on the one television. \n\nI rarely order burgers but was enticed by the Guinness BBQ Burger, figuring that it would be impossible not to pair well with my frothy pint of Guinness. I don't usually order burgers since they rarely meet my high expectations of a well seasoned, juicy, not-too-big-but-not-too-small beef patty, but RiRa delivered on all counts. I scarfed the burger, leaving little room for the good, but not great fries. My husband was very happy with his burger, which was some sort of super-spicy special and apparently left his mouth satisfyingly aflame. \n\nWe'll be back! | 12
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Stopped in after the theater for a pint, but could not get served. We sat down at one of the tables ( more or less stood by it because it needed cleaning) & waited for a server. One did walk by our table to grab the tip from the table behind us, then walked back by our table, but we were invisible. I then asked the bartender if we needed to place our order with her & take it back to the table, but she said servers were on the floor & they would take our order. So, we again waited & never did see a server. We gave up & went elsewhere for our nightcap. | 01
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Granted time is of the essence, but the Staff at RiRa handled our group of 19 on a thirsty Thursday evening with ease! Don't let uptown parking scare you away from crashing this party, with the Discovery Place parking deck just blocks away RiRa is very accessible for those not living Uptown. | 12
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I love Irish Pubs and pub food, but the food at Ri Ra was bland and without taste. \n\nI ordered the Goat Cheese Fritters as a starter, and the Corned Beef and Cabbage as my main dish. The fritters were nothing more than goat cheese balls rolled in some sort of dry breadcrumb-like coating and then deep-fried, and topped with caramelized sweet onions. There was absolutely no seasoning on them and they had zero taste. \n\nCorned Beef and Cabbage is an Irish Pub staple, but Ri Ra has absolutely no clue how to prepare it. The corned beef was bland and somewhat tough, and despite the fact that they put some sort of cream sauce on it, it still had no flavor. The cabbage was both undercooked and without any hint of seasoning. Even adding salt and pepper did not help it. I did not eat the mashed potatoes that came with the dish, so I can't comment on them. \n\nRi Ra is a fairly nice looking place with a decent selection of beers on tap, and if you just go there for drinks, you should be fine. However, there are many places where you will get a much better meal, and I would definitely avoid the food at Ri Ra. | 01
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One of my first experiences in uptown when I moved here...what a great Irish pub not to mention the food is out of this world...definitely recommend | 12
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I just went through the line at the sandwich shop in the courtyard of the Hearst Tower. The sandwich/ salad makers were polite and fast, and the price was reasonable for downtown. The salad looks like it could be good, but there is no way for me to know because they were out of utensils. How can a place that makes salads to go be out of utensils? And the worst part is that you don't know it until you already through the line and have paid. They should let people know before they pay. The guy at the register made no apology or attempt to find some way to provide something to eat with. Now sitting at my desk with a salad that I can't eat, gotta give it one star for the poor service. | 01
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This happened a while ago (several months), but it still haunts me today.\n\nI ordered a portabello mushroom burger (I know, not really Irish, but don't judge). When my burger came out, it was not a portabello mushroom patty, but instead, a pile of sliced mushrooms on the bun. I asked the server, why it was not a portabello patty, and the server told me it was because they had run out of portabello patties, and this was what they were using instead. Interesting. I told him I didn't want this, and wanted something else. He obliged, took my plate of sliced mushrooms, and went to place my new order. I called the manager over, to let them know the situation. When I explained my side of the story, he rebutted with something \""Well the server told you we were out of portabello mushroom patties, and said you agreed to sliced mushrooms\"". WHAT?! I told him, no, that was incorrect, and that I was unware of them being out of portabello patties until I was brought a plate of sliced mushrooms on a bun; my wife agreed. The manager stood by his server. I firmly told him again, that I did not know/agree to having a sliced mushroom sandwich, and that the server conveyed no such message of running out of portabellow patties. I asked him how he could rectify the situation - free meal or something? No he would not, because I was aware of the situation (but I wasn't!), although he did comp me the original portabello mushroom burger...gee thanks.\n\nNow I'm not the type of guy who tries to find fault at every little thing to get a free meal. But come on. I would assume, after having worked in the restaurant industry for several years, that the manager, regardless of how much/little he believed the customer (me) would side w/ me, or at least try to rectify the sitatuion for future business. But no, instead, he stuck w/ his server, made an unhappy customer, and now I will not visit there on my own volition (my wife enjoys the place, so I will go back w/ her, only urging). | 01
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