Cowbell Burger & Whiskey Bar

Was in the area for family day and wanted a place for lunch. This was an amazing pick. Everyone really enjoyed their food. As a family that doesn’t eat beef we have to always first check if turkey burgers are offered. I loved the option to sub any burger with salmon or chicken as well. We each got something different but all truly enjoyed what we ordered. The sweet potato tots were 🤤 It seems to be really busy when we got there being almost completely full. But the hostess pushed together some tables and sat us immediately. Our server Tori was great. She answered questions before they were asked which made ordering super easy. Good came out well plated and reasonable timing considering how busy they were. The only down side is parking. It’s street parking or possibly garage parking only. And we almost chose somewhere else at first because of this. Glad we ended up finding a good spot in a walkable distance.

Hubby and I stopped for lunch on our way home from Charleston. We took a seat at the bar. Our bar tender/server was amazing. She was so friendly and attentive. 10 stars! I got a whiskey sour and my husband got an old fashioned and the Lestat. All were delicious and gorgeous! He got the Boogeys burger and I got the Carolina burger, both were cooked to perfection and the beef was fresh, lean and juicy! Parm fries were also killer! Highly recommend and we’ll be back if we make our way down from Erie again!

First time here. Tori service was spot on. She was awesome. Even offered to go cups for drinks. I had the patty melt subbed with turkey burger. I also subbed the cowbell sauce for garlic aioli sauce, OMG the best turkey burger I’ve had in a restaurant. For my side, I had sweet potato tots with cinnamon sugar and they were the best. Hubby had chicken patty melt and he said it was really good and he also enjoyed Parmesan fries. My daughter and her family also subbed turkey for their sandwiches and said best turkey burger that had and my 12 yr old grandson said it was better than the other burger chainold, not to mention their name. LOL.

Great burgers and bourbon. Serena hit it out of the park with outstanding service and suggestions. Stacy was spot on with great drinks and service while we waited for our table. We can't wait to return.

The "Bruiser" and the "Jaw" sandwiches were awesome. I just wish the fries didn't taste stale and/or old. The waitress (Jenny B) was very help and patience.

We had the best experience, and the burgers 🍔 were juicy. The fries were crispy and fresh 😋. To top it off, i had one of the best Raspberry lemon drop Martini 😋 I'll be back soon with friends.

This hamburger restaurant is like a 80s, music video. So many burgers to choose from, hard to say, which one to get. All the staff was very polite and went out of their way to give you an enjoyable eating experience. The parmesan fries are a must try.

UPDATED: At last, we paid another visit here, and once again, we were not disappointed. On this day, our server was Chase. He was great. We started off with the Lil' Smokey's. OMG, so good! They are small sausage dipped in a sweet potato batter and deep fried. Served with honey mustard. You must check these out. On my first visit, I neglected to mention the bathroom. It was nice and clean. I appreciated the full-length mirror in the bathroom. I also forgot to mention there's a full-size bar. The lighting was excellent ghis time, and I could appreciate the atmosphere. I increased the atmosphere to 5 stars. This is a small establishment but worth the wait. The burgers are their specialty, and they are good. We had family visiting for the Panthers/Dallas football game and came here for the first time. Parking is a little tricky, but they validate the parking if you go to the LAZ parking lot around the corner. I gave it 4 stars for the atmosphere because it was a little dark. So it made it a little difficult to read the menu. Our server was Taylor. She was great. Very patient and knew the menu and beer selections. It was very busy, but it was worth the wait. All of us had a different burger: Carolina Burger - (chili, mild cheddar, cole slaw) Boogan's Bacon - (bacon marmalade, red onion, Roasted garlic aioli) Smash Hit (caramelized onions) Imami- (Shitake mushrooms & caramelized onions) Some of us had regular fries, but the Parmesan fries were delicious. Everyone enjoyed their selections. I will definitely be coming back with hubby or family.

My husband and I have been here twice now. The burgers have been great, the drinks are good, and their sweet potato tots are sooooo good. Last time we were there, there was a minor mix up with food, so minor we weren't even going to say anything. The waitress noticed immediately and made it right, the manager apologized, and they took a few dollars off of our tab (which was so kind but not necessary at all!!). Needless to say, the food is great and the staff truly does want you to have a great experience. Will definitely be back many times to come!

So much hype about this place I went in there on a Thursday around 4:00 wasn't busy at all. Service was amazing, decore and ambiance were really cool, and the food presentation was great. But it ends there. I ordered the ultimate cheeseburger with a side of onion rings, and ate with my eyes, cause it looked amazing. Then I bit into it... OMG. Medium well was actually charred, their special cheesy sauce tasted like that crappy nacho cheese you get in the movie theater. The burger was salty and you can taste the full salt crystals. It already had rubbery bacon and other stuff so salting the meat was not necessary. The pretzel bun wasn't even toasted, it was cold and mushy. And the onion rings tasted refried and under the warming light. I ate it because I was starving but left about half of it. I don't send food back or pick you about it, cause I know what happens when food gets sent back (The Movie "Waiting" always my point of reference ) Again, the service was great, but I guess the kitchen must haved argued with their significant other, cause man oh man! There was no cooking with love here.

We came here before the Brooks and Dunn concert. We had some Amazing burgers! Great bar service as well. I had the whiskey go go drink which was very tasty and can get you in trouble after a few. We sat at the bar which was nice and relaxing. It's a smaller restaurant than what I was expecting. I wanted to make dinner reservations before the concert. We made the gamble to see if the bar was open. And it was. Super perfect. Only thing the fries were a bit too salty however the delicious burgers made up for it. My husband enjoyed the boogan's bacon burger, hits the spot for this bacon lovers out there. And I had the gambler burger.. loved the onion straws on it with the bbq sauce. The patty meat was very well seasoned. Can't wait until we come back!

A nice cause experience. Fun atmosphere. The services was great, the waitress was friendly gave me the wifi password. Food was good. I do recommend the big bell burger perhaps with the sauce on the side and the sweet potato tater totes rolled in cinnamon. Delicious.

It was our anniversary and we were craving burgers so we asked our valet what was good and he recommended Cowbell. We were able to walk from our hotel. We opted to order food to shade but I really wish I would have committed to a burger like my husband. Mine was fine I didn't hate it but didn't love it. My husband's burger was way better! The tots and fries were good! I loved my Parmesan fries all around good experience

This as a great place in uptown convenient location to many events. We loved walking here after a play. There was a nice vibe. We had a short wait, and the bar was also a good place to sit if the tables were full. Many burger options and I loved all the options of the bread as well. I got the pretzel bun and it was delicious. The Parmesan fries were tasty, and not too overpowering.

We had the best food and best service in the world on Saturday, 8/2/25. The burgers, salads, fries and drinks were the absolute best. Burgers were cooked to the temps requested, seasoned well and just downright delicious. The salads were fresh and the parmesan fries were hot and tasty. Our server was Kalli and we mentioned it was my birthday. She had the entire staff sign a birthday card and provided a comp bread pudding dessert with a candle and the staff gathered around to acknowledge me. The ambiance was great and to watch old MTV videos and see acts that are much older now was classic. We might have to spend all of my future birthdays at Cowbell Burger & Whisky Bar with that kind of service and attention to detail. Highly recommend Cowbell Burger & Whisky Bar, run don't walk to get the best burger and sides in town.

The name tells you exactly what they offer, and boy howdy does Cowbell knock it out of the park for burgers. If you stop reading here, just know you'll get a great burger meal. We came around 9pm on a Friday night, and were surprised to have no wait and get seated immediately. This is a very swanky establishment with 1920's vibes and dim lighting, though it's fairly loud inside. Being near Uptown and the Spectrum Center, it's understandably difficult to find weekend parking, but we found a spot in a parking deck a reasonable distance away. We started with drinks, including a Croce whiskey cocktail made with Four Roses which was on special, and a Paradise City Coconut Margarita. Both were served quickly, tasted great, and priced on par with the market. They have what appears to be an extensive whiskey selection, and while I was tempted to request that menu and order a glass of something special, I didn't. There is an old picture of the whiskey menu on Yelp and it seems the prices per glass are pretty high. The menu is extensive, and highly customizable. We had an extremely friendly and helpful waitress who helped us navigate indecision and help to customize our meals. My wife had the Smash Hit burger, with the patty substituted to a turkey burger, and this was one of the best turkey burgers I've ever had. Flavorful, juicy, and very far from the dry and bland things I've come to expect for turkey burgers. I had the ultimate cheeseburger, which is likewise delicious. The parmesan fries were pretty good, but the real winner was the sweet potato tots with a dusting of brown sugar, and I 100% would recommend them as the side dish! As tasty as the appetizers looked, I'm glad we didn't order any, because the main dishes were very filling. We both brought home part of a burger, and they were just as good the next day. I've saved Cowbell Burger & Whiskey Bar to my favorites, and I can't wait to come back!

The meat patty was delicious! Cooked well. Really liked the fries too. There is a kids menu. It's a big place but I bet it gets packed at night!! The Sinatra was a whole meal. Very heavy. I didn't really taste the ham or pesto. Lots of good looking choices for appetizers and burgers. The service was good! She kept on top of everything. I'd go back

This place had a low rumble of conversation. The music was on point. Definitely not a quiet place if you're looking for one. The decor is very cool. Dimly lit and the lighting under the bar was pretty cool. Our server was very nice. Her name started with an M. The raspberry mule I ordered was on point. Not too sweet. I ordered the bruiser burger and it was a 9/10. I haven't had a juicy burger like this in a while. It was messy but all Good burgers are. Don't skip out on the Parmesan fries. Crispness at its finest. Will be back for sure.

Food ordered was raw! Nothing is ever consistent. This was unacceptable. Nothing g like ordering a simple burger, and getting raw, ecoli meat. Not happy.

Bar and Burgers I loved the decor here it's unique and contemporary. The lil smokies were surprisingly really delicious loved the sweet potato batter. The Lisa Marie burger was good too. Our waitress was great she knew the menu and very knowledgeable about cowbell.

Ordered carry out and food was not great. Missing cheese which cost extra. Asked for utensils and condiments and got nothing not even a napkin. Was staying at a hotel so this was inconvenient. Might be better if eaten on site.

Cowbell Burger and Whiskey Bar: Hit up this spot in uptown Charlotte and went all in on the "Big Bell." It's got two smash-style beef patties, Cowbell sauce, lettuce, American cheese, red onions, and pickles. Sounds like a heavyweight, right? Well, turns out it's more featherweight. Those "double" patties are seasoned like a dream but are smaller than you'd expect--kind of like when you think you're getting a blockbuster movie, and it ends up being an indie short film. The bun doesn't steal the spotlight, which is great because it works well with the smaller patties. The cheese? It's like that reliable backup singer who makes the main act shine--smooth and just the right touch. Overall, it's a tasty burger that's worth a try. I give it a solid "40 minutes"--as in, that's about how far I'd drive for it.

Solid burger joint in uptown. Service is great and decor is upscale. Food quality away high and the bar selection extensive. Great place to treat yourself to lunch.

On a very busy March Madness Saturday in Uptown CLT we finally lucked out and found someone with some space at the bar. It was just timing as they were busy too. Despite the busy day, the service was kind and fast. They had a solid beer selection and I loved the grilled chicken sandwich and parm fries!

Best burger I have had in Charlotte! The vibes of this place are also immaculate. We were having just a casual Saturday evening, but also noticed there were others having a more formal outing. This place fits the bill for anything. employees were kind and the food was delicious. Definitely recommend!

Came here for lunch while at work during the week. The atmosphere gives old school whiskey saloon tavern that I so love. We were seated immediately. While it was the lunch crowd it didn't feel packed. The service provided by our waitress Jen was amazing she offer great suggestions and was very accommodating. Even allowed us to change our drinks choice quickly. I kept it simple with the Elvis Burger medium rare that was amazing and cooked just how I liked it. It came with garlic parm fries. My colleague had the spicy avocado turkey burger. The food is so amazing and the price point for the lunch specials was so worth it. I will definitely be back and looking forward to trying other things on the menu.

OK my first experience here wasn't the best. I finally got around to get in there it was Monday night packed out great service from the host she helped me through the menu got 6 wings Asian style (Great), small Ceasar Salad (Great) , the Ultimate cheeseburger (Good Flavor burger over cooked asked for Med got well done), Onion Rings (horrible they were burnt & possible old grease they was not appetizing at all), REG bacon burger no cheese (Horrible asked for Med well got burnt burger), Fries were OK cold no seasoning). Overall not a Very good first impression so upset!

Good burger but get this! They charged EXTRA FOR AN ICE CUBE. I asked the sever about and she explained that they " make it themselves by hand " You've got to be kidding. Go for the food , don't order a cocktail - oh , I forgot to say that the Manhattan was $23 - three bucks for the ice. Order the drink up ... not on the rocks

This place was so great!! Our server was sunshine incarnate. She was super helpful and informative. She thoroughly explained our options and gave some good recommendations on drinks and food. The burgers were so good! The drinks are so good!! The vibe and ambiance is relaxed and easy. Can't speak to parking as we walked from our hotel.

I'm going to say this place probably has the best burger (chez burger or something like that) with Parmesan fries I've ever had! We also got a s'mores milk shake and let me tell you how well it paired with the burger! I would love to come back if given the chance!

Food was good. My slider was tasty however a tad dry. Service - excellent. Water and burgers can out in time and hot/warm. The music and atmosphere LOVE IT!! My kind of music 80's.

Cowbell has one of the best burgers at Uptown Charlotte. I had the impossible burger and my significant other had the Elvis Burger. The onion rings are fried crispy just right.

The food was amazing! This will be my go to spot when seeing shows at Blumenthal. The burger and fries were absolutely spectacular.

I've been coming here for years now and don't know how i've never written a review on this gem. Imagane yourself in the 80's when MTV was all the rage and that's the vibe you get as soon as you walk in the door, from the videos playing on their multiple tv's to the decor on the walls. I'm not saying the 80's had the best music but damn was it good. I went here during lunch as I often do and was greeted with a smile and seated promptly. Again, I was here for lunch so opted for water with lemon and not one of the many bourbons/whiskeys the stood plentiful behind the bar. This time I got the Melt which comes on thick sourdough bread with their parmesean fries. The burger was cooked to my liking and the fries were wel seasoned, crispy and covered in parmasean cheese. The waitress staff was very attentive and kept my glass full so I could wash that tasty meal down. The next time you're uptown and cravin a burger, check this spot out. I just hope it's not on your lunch hour so you can partake in some adult libations.

It was different than what I expected in the name, but a great atmosphere and one of the most amazing burgers I've ever had. I will return the next time I'm in Charlotte.

Best burger in the city! I've been here multiple times and the service is always fast. The quality of the food is always great too. The restaurant has a cool vibe as well

Great atmosphere, service and food. If you're in downtown Charlotte looking for a nice relaxing dinner I'd head to Cowbell for a great time.

Choose the restaurant so we could watch college football. Excellent service, lots of tvs and great atmosphere but the food was extra salty and not good. I'd consider giving it a second try but everyone at our table had the same experience with the seasoning of the food.

We were in Charlotte for our anniversary. It's been a minute so we decided to do a walking dinner. The name caught our attention. The menu was very diverse but oh my we went with the smash burgers... Mrs had the burger with the egg on a croissant - flaky juicy.. me the traditional... MMMMmmm ...she did the sweet potato tots ...me the Parmesan fries... juicy flavor-filled incredible!! The service was great... the local IPAs were fresh and great to try.. loved the look very casual... the bar had a extensive variety... sorry no pics I'll try to do better but it speaks for itself in all categories. The prices were $ to $$ so reasonable... Kudos to Lauren.. she took great care of us...

Burger was ok... I mean disappointing....way. Way overcooked. Service was below par. And btw everything including the air you breath is an up charge. Great music not a great vibe. No fun and mediocre

Incredible! Had one of the tastiest burgers ever with amazing fries and a really great Mac and cheese. The old fashioneds were top notch and the bread pudding dessert was the icing on the cake. So glad we chose this place for dinner and will definitely return if ever back in Charlotte. Servers/bar staff were all very friendly and helpful too. Highly recommend Cowbell.

This place is great! Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about their products. We were in during the week so it wasn't super packed, I can't speak on evening hours though. If you're into Hard Rock kinda vibes, then you'll enjoy the ambience here. The burgers were killer and the milkshakes settled it all on a real good note. We loved it and it's going to be a staple anytime we're in town. "I got a fever and the only prescription is more cowbell!!" - Christopher Walken (Saturday Night Live)

I had the smash burger and Parmesan fries. The burger was fantastic. The fries were just fries with a shake of Parmesan over them, I should have gotten the tots!

We came here soon as the opened on Saturday...it filled up quick and I can see why, the coffee cocktails were amazing, burgers where great and the service was top notch! Every coffee inspired drink was delicious!! Pick of the double Shot and Express Yourself

We are no stranger to Cowbell! Whenever we want something that we know WILL be good and open we come here. Our usual is The Jaws! The salmon on here is always so fresh and cooked to perfection! We've had to start ordering one for each of us because we don't want to share lol. With it the sweet potato tots are a MUST! We have yet to find a place to do them better in the city. They are topped with a cinnamon sugar that just puts them over the top! This visit we got the bbq chicken salad wrap and one wheel sandwich. Whoever is working the grill needs a raise because the chicken was grilled to perfection and JUICY! As said we usually get the jaws sandwich and my boyfriend said the one wheel just might be on the same level! My bbq salad was supposed to be a salad but was ordered incorrectly and made into a wrap. It wasn't their fault but they were More than willing to fix it and I was appreciative! They are always friendly and inviting. Honestly Cowbell can do practically no wrong in my eyes at this point. Go and enjoy yourselves!

If you are in the downtown Charlotte area give Cowbell a try especially if you are into music. The decor is very interesting and worth a visit with pictures of various artists and they show music videos as well. The food was very good. The wings are some of the best I've had as they are brined, fried and grilled with a very tasty sauce that was different from other places. The burger was good and the fries are like truffle fries with Parmesan cheese ,delicious. They were busy and service was outstanding. We also thought the prices were good for the quality of the food.

Tried to place an online order tonight around 11:15 and the website wasn't accepting online orders anymore. Then when I called it said to order online. Since I was only 5 mins away I figured I'd just drive over and order to go. The signage says they close at 12 but I went in around 11:30pm to place a to go order and the bartender said they "kinda weren't doing good food or drinks" anymore. So just wanted to note that they close earlier than the listed time so others aren't disappointed like I was...

We were pleasantly surprised when we came into this "burger place." It was one of the nicest burger joints I have seen. It really has a nice upscale feel to it. So much to see on every single wall! It was so fun looking at everything! I wanted the Lestat because I'm a huge Ann Rice fan, but the ingredients were a bit too much for me (very booze forward and I would have been asleep after that!), so my companion got it instead. Haha. So sweet! I stuck with a lighter drink which was probably a good thing. We had just eaten brunch so we weren't hungry but we couldn't pass up the delicious looking burgers! So we grabbed some sliders to take back to the air bnb. What a nice snack for the middle of the night. So glad we stopped in. You should definitely check it out!

Terrible food with good service. Strange, if you want a great server experience with horrible food, then eat here. That's all I can say. Seriously, the food is horrible.

First time in Charlotte and very happy we stopped at Cowbell. Just off the Main Street, small but cool interior with dark colors and music images. Service was attentive and quick, although we were there when it was a bit empty. The hit were the chicken twiggies (tenders) as both my teenagers raved about them. The wrap and sweet potato tots were great as well as it was very fresh and tasty. The one disappointment was the bluto chicken sandwich, as although tasty, the piece of chicken as small and very thin so not much chicken. Could have just been a fluke or maybe not. I had to steal some twiggies, which would have been great on the sandwich. But we would go back.

Ok so this was kind of a last minute spot to take a group of 12 people out to dinner. We don't often go into Charlotte but is was a special birthday celebration. We heard good things about Cowbells and after having dinner there they all were true. Our server was well attentive to everyone's needs, never leaving a water glass infilled or a drink ready for consumption, which is good in a Whiskey bar. The food was fantastic I did not hear one complaint from our group which does not happen often. My burger was huge and done to perfection, fries were crispy and the Whiskey/Bourbon selection was plentiful. The only negative I have is that the searing is a little tight but that may only be because we had such a large party. Great atmosphere, good food, plentiful bar and fantastic service, what more can you ask for. Give Cowbells a try if you are ever in Charlotte and remember parking in the public garage makes it an easy walk to the restaurant.

Service seemed super slow at the beginning. We were seated but it took awhile to get our drink order in, actually get our drinks, and then have the waitress come back to take our food order. We got to try all the boozy milkshakes. My favorites were the mocha and s'mores. I would order mocha if I were to come back again. The burgers were good. Not the best burger I've ever had. I ordered the Umami and the mushrooms, caramelized onions, and roasted tomatoes were good. It could have used more sauce, maybe not ketchup since it already has tomatoes. It was just a bit dry, maybe some melty cheese would have helped too. The bun wasn't soft and fresh-tasting. It was dry, almost stale. I tried the kids chicken tenders and they were really good. All in all, I'd come for a boozy milkshake and skip the burgers.

Solid burger. The burger tasted good and the fries were crispy! Atmosphere was fun! Only bummer they had not beer on draft at the time

An upscale burger bar with a large selection of you guessed it... whiskey. This place has a cool vibe with great music and even music videos playing on the TV. You'll find it crowded during lunch, happy hour, and before and after big events in the city. While their burgers are their specialty I have to admit I find them to be a bit overpriced. Their truffle fries they come with definitely enhance the order but overall I think I have had burgers I enjoyed more at a lower price point around the city. I think I enjoy this place more as a spot to belly up at the bar and have some stiff drinks than a dinner or lunch spot. That being said if you find yourself in uptown and are looking for a nice spot to grab a bite and a drink you should certainly keep this place on your radar. They have been a staple on 5th street for as long as I've been in Charlotte so that alone tells you something!

Good food. Fried pickles were good. I liked my burger. Always appreciate a place that will do a burger medium rare. Our server was very attentive. Unfortunately i forgot his name.

Great burgers! Great ambiance! I love the homage to music past and present with the wall art and music playing. Service was great too! This was actually my second time and my daughter and I brought family back with us this time. Cowbell has been added to our "must go" places when visiting Charlotte.

I ate my food in seconds. The food was exceptional. The burgers here are perfectly soft. and the burgers that are well done and still perfect. the service was great, a few jokes here and there, being so very kind to their customers. The overall Ambiance was great. A couple TVs for entertainment and one special tv for music. This restaurant is great if you want to fill up on some great food.