A couple months back I was sitting at the bar in Cosmos Cafe in the Robinson Farm development when the bartender and guy next to me started talking about a new pub going in over by Toast. The weeks passed by and nothing happened until one day on my way to wor

  Our crack roving reporter Steve Politis with the Xenia Hospitality Group sent us this picture a couple of days ago.  Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza is going to open in the Promenade on Providence this summer according to the sign in the window.  Tony S

If you want to a clear demonstration of the standard of service and cuisine required to not only survive as a restaurant, but to thrive and succeed in these strange times, one needs to give serious consideration to Ilios Noche. I must confess that up until th

Newly expanded and remodeled Ilios Noche recently brought on Patrick Denetre as their new General Manager.  Ilios celebrated 10 years in business by adding much needed space to their original location.  Denetre  or "Frenchy" has been in the restaurant busi

Quaker Steak & Lube is having their Grand Opening Party today starting at 3 pm.  They are taking over the former Joe's Crab Shack space.  Quaker is known for it's motor themed interiors and for their wings which can be ordered several different ways. 

  Harry's Grille and Tavern located in the Town of Ayrsley is now open for lunch.  Ayrsley is known for its popular movie theater shown above and being very walkable.  Harry's is generating a lot of positive reviews for their food and service.  Ayrsle

If you've read a handful of my posts, you know I'm a fan of gyros. When made properly, that classic Greek interpretation  of a street meat sandwich is a thing of beauty and splendor.  Given my druthers I hit up Little Village Grill for the best gyro in Charl

We reported a couple of weeks ago about the demise of a frozen yogurt concept, but TCBY is going full steam ahead with their expansion plans.  The newest store will open this Saturday at the Quail Corners Shopping Center.  Even better, to celebrate, they wi

A couple months ago a close family friend recommended I visit Cast Iron Waffles out in Blakeney. Being that I'm Belgian, I love waffles, and the family running this charming breakfast spot is from Chicago like myself, I added them to the short list of restaur

A couple months back, Smashburger debuted in the Stonecrest shopping center in South Charlotte. There is no lack of dining options around Stonecrest with choices ranging from the upscale (Dean & Deluca, Firebirds, Cantina 1511, Miro) to casual (Qdoba, Anz