Q: This is a venue created with spectacular charm and a particular crowd in mind. I like to think of my fraulein & I to have been somewhat accepted with the crowd that night. We came to celebrate my ex-wifes birthday and have a taste of what the dining experience had to offer. After this slight taste I am obliged to admit that we are pacing towards experiencing not only the show but also the nightlife it provides as well. Firstly, it isn't just a place to try out on a whim. Unless you possess such a pocketbook to justify. You may have to plan it as an occasion to regard such a price tag. It ain't cheap. Expect to add 10% to your bill for the nights live entertainment that will be ushered throughout your meal. Don't blame R.R.L. for that, it's a Vegas thing. Sure one could come and sample a few dishes and soak a bit of ambiance, but I am certain it would only leave you with a sliver of what this venue has in store. Make your reservations, dress accordingly as if you are going to a social club. You don't want to feel out of place for this. Other guests will be dressed to the nines. So as I mentioned. Accordingly. The atmosphere was timeless. Timeless in the sense that everything has its revolution back into play after a number of decades. Here the idea is decadent 20's revisited after a century has passed. It seems to ignore any other era between then and now. Thankfully, even. The plateware and spinning glassware is reminiscent to the homage and the lighting is adequately dim. Our server was pleasant and just what you'd expect from the Cosmopolitan. From the dining area we were placed, The Study, there were vinyl records to browse and choose to play if one so wished. There was a bar there that held exclusive cocktails that demanded a vintage knackery from the 'tenders. Unfortunately we were too encompassed to quite interact with these features. I ordered a signature flask drink Jacquemot Rose made with exclusive apple brandy for our dinner. It lasted throughout the meal. They are 45$, very strong tartly flavorful garnished with dehydrated apple slices and the glass bottle with cork top including the serpentine key logo frosted onto it is your souvenir for the night. We are lightweights so it took us to a tipsy plateau. No other drinks were needed to loosen up and enjoy the place. We started with the Braised Pork. Softly braised with a gremolata and topped with a creamed polenta air. It was like a Cuban lechon mixing with the black truffle and calming in between the saucy polenta. It had to be appreciated by the discerning tongue so as not to overlook the subtleties within. Overlooked and under appreciated dish according to other reviews. Next we were served the Brussels Sprouts with Manchego sheeps milk cheese and crispy chicken skin. This came in a griddle dish. It held sweet, perfectly browned sprouts and with a snap of salted chicken skin the manchego was an appropriate binder. Eat this one while it's still warm to enjoy it at its peak. We were brought the Uni Perciatelli. A classic Italian pasta with thick noodles and very light Umami butter. There was a portion of king crab and the smallest sliver of sea urchin. It's ingredients were regal yet I could not catch the whole of this dish. At the least we could say we've tasted an Uni pasta. Here came the Bone Marrow sweet & sour short rib. Served on bone and sweet rib meat lain atop with two slices of buttered toasted bread. The meat was tender and shredded with a rich underside of gelatinous marrow. Although good not exquisite, there was much more on this plate than was needed. There after came the Foie Gras Torchon served with orange glaze and citric garnish. It is accompanied by a tea cup of Duck Fat fries. You must take just a bit of each ingredient along with each fry. Once they are together you will experience a melding of textures and flavors that only can be explained as climactic. Yes, I do mean that kind of climax too. I did feel a bit shamed to order foie gras, but afterwards I was no longer contrite. Now I feel guilty because I enjoyed it as much. We were stuffed after these five dishes and we were eying the Chocolate Terrarium, but, we settled for the Cookie Jar to end it all sweetly instead. Aside from my gal being stuffed in a corset as well.. I took two bites of the delectable miniature desert cookies and was done. It was too rich for me, I'm not much of a sweet-tooth. She enjoyed it. It was served to her with a single birthday candle from which birthday girl made her wish and that brought the meal to a delighted end. We were invited to explore the various rooms of the R.R.L. mansion caught a few tail-end acts then whisked away happy and DUI eligible. Intrigued.Enlightened.Satiated.

A: positive

Q: Best falafel I've ever had. The atmosphere is fantastic and it's in my favorite neighborhood in Charlotte. This is my favorite restaurant to visit when I'm in Charlotte. Now, there is a rather simple reason for not giving it three stars. For an establishment that serves so much alcohol, it's rather unfortunate that the grill closes at midnight. Maybe it's because I'm not a local, but I'm not used to that but, aesthetically, the place looks like more of a diner than a bar, so I expected to be able to stop here after the other bars were closed. I feel that it's bad for business, but good for the employees. Heh. Either way, I'll keep coming back.

A: positive

Q: I loooooove Cap'n Crunch French Toast from the secret menu! This place certainly reminds me of Southern California and the little family run beach cafes that make up to coast. I like that feeling of knowing the owners and knowing it's family run. Very laid back and cool - SoCal. But that laid back also goes for the service which is a bit slow. I guess it matches the vibe there - laid back. But don't be fooled! The food speaks for itself and it is loaded with flavor. Everything I have tried is delicious - French toast to Cobb salad - which was great! There was tons of goodies on that thing. I've had chicken tenders for kids - can't mess those up! Like I said I really enjoy it here and can put up with the slow service for the good prices and great food.

A: positive

Q: I was a little scptical coming here, I wasnt really sure what to expect. I was in the end I have to say might impressed. Friendly service with a good selection of beers to start with, I was happy to get a bottle of Joker IPA. To the food, coley, parmesan & creme fraiche, baby potato & basil salad. Delicious. Well cooked fish, some nice texture in the dish and critically it was well seasoned. Lovely local diner doing some great food. The menu is a little confusing, not sure what cuisine they are actually going for but its good and I will be back.

A:
positive