The Public House

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The Public House

Bar · Second Ward

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300 S Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28202

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Vast beer selection & creative cocktails with tasty pub fare  

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300 S Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28202 Get directions

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"In the beating heart of uptown Charlotte, The Public House is a watering hole where you’d least expect (nestled amongst corporate office buildings). It’s a no-frills gastropub, pouring local drafts and serving that iconic, trusty trio of soups, salads and sandwiches. The apricot marmalade in the You, Me & Jalisco Astral drink is a pleasant, surprising little touch." - Kayleigh Ruller

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Angela Young

Google
What a cute place but the service was not what I expected. I sat at the bar and it took a while for anyone to greet me. I was then handed a clipboard with like 6+ pages of taps and drinks. Some of the pages were exactly the same. I had to ask for a food menu. Not one person checked on me during my visit. I had to ask one of the bartenders to order me dessert. Food was tasty and would have given the place better stars if service was better. Seemed to be a good spot for locals as they seemed to have all the bartenders attention.

Carolina Elite Gymnastics

Google
Great beer selection. Menu is a bit limited but the options are well made. My steak was so tender it could have been a filet. Plenty of indoor and out door seating.

Nehal Ahmed

Google
This restaurant is walkable distance from Nascar hall of fame, excellent for hanging out with a group and to watch sports on giant TV. They got a huge bar and a massive dining area. The restaurant in general has dark ambiance lighting with some sunlight from the front. I got the waffle and chicken from brunch menu. The waffle was really good but the chicken could have been more moist. The hot chicken biscuit was a good sandwich. We switched my fries for a salad, but then later found out I was charged for it. The staff were friendly. Food didn’t take too long to come out. It was a decent place to grab a casual quick bite.

Eric Lindgren

Google
Stopped in The Public House on S Brevard St in Charlotte to get a quick bite to eat, and because it was on my list of places to check out. I can’t tag it because it doesn’t show up. Super cool place, excellent bar, great service, great beer selection, and the food was amazing. I had the House Hot Chicken sandwich and it was uh-mazing. My only gripe is that it was during the different men’s basketball tournaments and they were playing some kind of hip, trendy music (which wasn’t bad, to be fair) rather than the sound for the games. I recognize that’s a me thing, though. I’d highly recommend. It’s a great place to watch a game, lots of easily viewable big screens. Cool side note, as I’m typing this up, Sean May walks in with his family. I would have asked for a pic, but I didn’t want to bother them. Great spot, I’ll definitely be back. #GOHEELS

Adrienne Porter

Google
We stopped in around noon and had an amazing experience thanks to our server, the bartender, and the host. The food was phenomenal, and our server truly went above and beyond despite being clearly overwhelmed. A convention across the street had just let out, and the restaurant quickly filled up with guests, but these three handled it with professionalism, hustle, and great attitudes. That said, it was really disappointing to see the lack of support from management or ownership. They were present in the restaurant but seemed more focused on taking photos of food and drinks (I’m guessing for social media) and just standing around rather than jumping in to help their team. As someone who works in the restaurant industry, it was frustrating to watch staff struggle while leadership stood by. Huge kudos to the front-of-house crew who kept things running despite being short-handed, they truly made the experience memorable. I just hope management shows up for them next time in the ways that matter most.

Benjamin Brown

Google
Fun place to get a drink and hang out. Everyone was friendly and helpful, and there's a ton of beer and drink options to pick from, as well as tasty eats of you're needing those too. I enjoyed the sours I got, were perfectly balanced and chilled. Totally plan to come back next time I'm in town

Miriam

Google
Absolutely excellent. Got the orange salmon and all I got was a photo of the finished plate because everything ceased to exist outside of this dish until it was, very sadly, gone. Some of the best seasoned salmon I’ve ever had. I will be back for this. Every time I come to this part of Charlotte. My partner also got a steak and while the texture was incredible, it was a little heavy on the seasoning. HOWEVER. The salmon tho. No stars off. Go here.

Dean Macko

Google
Just an unbelievable dining experience. Everything is delicious including anything with Mac & Cheese, chicken thighs, hot chicken in bao buns, fries, broccolini, chicken parm, wonton nachos. Even the peanut butter and jelly burger was delicious (though my patties were well done, not medium).
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Yusuf B.

Yelp
How can you NOT give a spot that serves an excellent Grilled Chicken Sandwich and beer till 2am?! I wish every major city had a spot like The Public House. That's coming from a person that lives in Chicago, an amazing food town.
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Ronkneee _.

Yelp
I had a lovely dining experience that I'd rate an 8/10. After a long day at work, I was ready to indulge, and the meal didn't disappoint. The chicken parm with pasta was flavorful and hit the spot. It was perfectly cooked, and the pasta complemented the dish really well. To accompany my meal, I had a glass of Single Post Ockfner Bockstein Riesling Kabinett, which paired wonderfully with the flavors. I also had their espresso martini, which was perfectly executed--extra creamy and just the right balance of coffee and alcohol. Everything arrived at a decent pace, and I appreciated that, especially after a busy workday. The service was attentive without being overbearing. I'll definitely be returning for another round of that delicious chicken parm and a perfectly creamy espresso martini.
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Nehal A.

Yelp
This restaurant is walkable distance from Nascar hall of fame, excellent for hanging out with a group and to watch sports on giant TV. They got a huge bar and a massive dining area. The restaurant in general has dark ambiance lighting with some sunlight from the front. I got the waffle and chicken from brunch menu. The waffle was really good but the chicken could have been more moist. The hot chicken biscuit was a good sandwich. We switched my fries for a salad, but then later found out I was charged for it. The staff were friendly. Food didn't take too long to come out. It was a decent place to grab a casual quick bite.

LaNika W.

Yelp
Poor customer service, unseasoned food, steak was straight out of the pack, burger wasn't seasoned at all. When we explained to management they had attitudes about and offered no kindness. How are you upset with the patrons because you all don't know how to properly season food.
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Chelsea C.

Yelp
Highly recommend! Came here on a Sunday evening before flying back home to Michigan. Plenty of seats to choose from but that might have been due to the rain. Located on a well-lit corner downtown is this bar/restaurant. The bar has an inside portion, as well as an outside bar rail that opens to the patio. TONS of alcoholic & non-alcoholic drink options. Vast food menu that will leave you indecisive. We are gluten free and we still had a ton of options. The bartender also has allergies, so she understood the assignment. Casual attire. Street or garage parking. Good for groups!

Mike B.

Yelp
Food and brews were awesome. Excellent service from the staff. Great atmosphere. I'd highly recommend this place. Easy 5 stars.

Alante F.

Yelp
This was the absolutely worst restaurant experience I've ever had. Every single waitress and the manager were rude. Rolling their eyes, nasty comments. Literally no basic hospitality skills. Highly recommend spending your money somewhere else. Even when we complained to the owner about our experience, there were just excuses. Never again
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Amanda K R.

Yelp
After a night at the club down the hall... a great place to gather for some pub fare and extensive beer/wine/booze selection. Super friendly service - big shout out to JoJo in her I New York sweatshirt and great stories. Friendly southern service, priced accordingly, eclectic crowd... this visit an even fuller bar/restaurant- advised on Charlotte Marathon. Cool, laid back vibe. Little loud for this gals old ears but hey... you're in the of the Queen City. Enjoy.
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Sara W.

Yelp
We came in on a Thursday at 10 pm, and it was dead, but only for a short while. There were no table service, I appreciated them telling us we needed to order at the bar; thus, we sat at the bar. The bartenders were wonderful and very helpful. Their old fashions were awesome. It was nice to find a place that knows how to make them. My partner got the wedge, which he really liked. I got the parmesan chicken sandwich, recommended from the bartender, and fries. That sandwich was or as he called it . It was amazing. I wish I hadn't shared it with my partner. It was so good, I woke up thinking about it this morning. The fries were also REALLY good. They had the perfect seasoning on them you didn't even need ketchup. Overall, this was an awesome place to eat I would go back here in a heartbeat. Tip : after 6pm parking on the streets near it is free.
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Laura R.

Yelp
The staff is really nice and accommodating. I wanted the pasta with no sauce and they easily accommodated me. Nice tap list. Just a basic pub, nothing fancy. I'd go back for a beer. Definitely go for the house made chips!!! They are very good.
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Anita M.

Yelp
Hands down, a great choice in DT Charlotte! I wish I had taken pics!!! We were just so hungry and had landed off a plane and completely forgotten to. This spot is a true public house/ pub but with a modern twist! They had these beautiful lights hung up in the dining room ceiling to the left of the bar that were so pretty! The bartender said that the colors change based on seasons/ holidays too! Service was fantastic! There actually was no serving staff the night we were in so we had to order from the bar. BUT the bartenders were wonderful! At one point, some wine fell on the table and the bartender saw from a distance and already began to run over with stuff for us and the table! I barely had made it to the bar to ask for paper towels and she had a whole tray of stuff ready to help! She was also very kind in general, even outside of helping us with a mess. The beer list was extensive and there were even bottles of wine that were delicious and reasonably priced. The food was really good! I can't remember what anyone else in our group got but I got the PB&J Burger and it was epic! It even had a kick because of the jalapeños. I'd recommend this burger and this spot! Truly amazing!
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Becca W.

Yelp
So I wanted to rate it a 4 due to pricing BUT BECAUSE THE GAMES ARE FREE IT ABSOLUTELY MAKES IT. The drinks are pretty pricy but definitely delicious I dont know if I would say a good pour though. The food is absolutely delicious I got the breaded chicken breast super yummy and cooked perfectly. The Mac n cheese was the best I have ever had most flavorful and cheesy. Overall very good. The staff was super nice and friendly. The place was super awesome had a very cool vibe and the games they had to play were amazing. First come first serve though!
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Jamilah C.

Yelp
The Public House was pretty cool. I had the Parmesan crusted chicken which tasted better than a lot of places I've had. The service was decent too. I also had an espresso martini that was pretty good.
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rebecca m.

Yelp
Was in Charlotte for a concert. Not many places open near our hotel for late night food & the Public House was suggested. This was my second visit here. There was a short wait to get in and then told to select our own seat. We were handed menus and instructed to go to the bar to order anything. Staff was friendly & bar was decently busy. The place is cute with nice outdoor seating. Giving a three star only because the food was subpar for the price. I did appreciate there being water available though, as a lot of people here seemed a little intoxicated .

Chris B.

Yelp
Really good burger, one of the best I've ever had. And the second beer I tried was a winner. Bartender is very rude. At one point they brought out a big side dish well before the rest of the entrées were ready and there weren't any forks or spoons or napkins on the table so I walked over to the bar because I could see the rolled up napkins, and cutlery on a shelf behind one end of the bar. The bartender was on the other end. I didn't have any problem getting it myself so I just kind of got her attention and pointed or motioned towards the rolled up napkins and I stepped one step behind the bar to get the napkin and the fork. As I I could hear her say in a snarky tone from the other side "sure just go ahead and go behind the bar." no reason to be rude.

Jennifer T.

Yelp
Ordered a vodka and cranberry 14.00. Supposed to have been house vodka. Crazy. Service was good. My salad was also good. Drinks were just crazy expensive

Jamal S.

Yelp
First time trying this place after hearing positive reviews about it. I was thoroughly satisfied. In addition to the appetizers listed which were shareable, I decided on a burger. Our server, Kaylee checked on us throughout and gave valuable feedback about both the wine selection and entree items. Highly recommend !
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Kimberly G.

Yelp
Come here for the "vibes" because the food and drinks are nothing special. The cocktails are way too small for the amount of money they cost. The names are cute but they are not good drinks. The food has no flavor. Our waitress was really nice but everything else was disappointing.
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Charles C.

Yelp
Good drink selection, I loved the ambience of the place, nice and dark so you can relax while you eat your meal or hangout with friends.

Melanie M.

Yelp
Visited here with a friend around the holidays and it was great! I was surprised they have a few veggie options! I had the sautéed mushrooms and they were absolutely delicious! The ambiance was great! I would definitely recommend for a date! We played some of the games they had available! Our waitress was super nice and patient with us when we were trying to decide our drinks!
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Christine W.

Yelp
Seated decently quick, got food within twenty minutes, and the food was really good! The nachos were the best. My grilled chicken sandwich was pretty tasty, too! Service was a little spotty, we ran really low on water for a while. But on the whole a good experience. Typical sports bar vibes.
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Ebo E.

Yelp
We decided to go to Public House instead of a fan event for the game and we're excited to see a popping sports bar with plenty of folks and lots of games on tv. Unfortunately, that's where the excitement ended. Our server was super nice and somewhat attentive, but our food definitely ruined the experience for us. We ordered the cheese charcuterie board, fish and chips and the steak frites as well as a couple of drinks. The board was more like a plate with half the food on it. The fish was burnt to the point we couldn't eat it and the steak frites were painfully average. After 2 drinks, and 3 appetizers our total came to a whopping $107 without tip. Definitely would not come back.
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Elijah G.

Yelp
Don't get the steak frites, the rest of the food is alright the seasonings are a little bland but the steak is way over done, decent recipes but balance is key. Good beer and cocktail list and a cool space.
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Lisa K.

Yelp
I'm so glad we stumbled upon this place while visiting Charlotte. Every single staff member was just lovely and attentive. One bartender even offered to allow us to store our bags at the restaurant if we didn't want to bring them into a stadium. They have a long list of beers, wine, and cocktails. Tiki style cocktails come in fun, tropical glasses. I ordered a veggie burger and broccolini and both were delish. My husband loved his burger and the house chips are great.

Chris M.

Yelp
It was our 1st night in Charlotte NC. This place was clean and service was great. The was awesome and they give you plenty. If in Charlotte, look this place us. Worth it ​
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Shaun T.

Yelp
Really enjoyed Public House. This is right downtown near the convention center. Great beer selection and a good menu. The nachos, chicken or beef, are great and not as traditional as most places. TV's playing games. Camille is a wonder, seemingly covering the whole floor and remembering what everyone is having.
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Catherine N.

Yelp
After a long day of travel to Charlotte, we wanted something easy (and close) for dinner. This was the closest thing still open (seems Charlotte closes rather early than what we are used to!) The place was packed, great vibe but definitely loud. Not necessarily a bad thing, just not what we were expecting. You need to order from the bar (wished we had been told that piece before sitting for 20+ minutes) BUT once we ordered -- service was great and we loved how friendly the service was. The food was very pub like with a few gems and we all enjoyed our dishes. The vegan option on focaccia bread was amazing - not at all what I was expecting it was so much better. A great spot if you're good with loud (people not so much the music), play darts and love to drink beer. And as I mentioned --. Great vibe overall. Oh! And forgot the pic but the fries are great!
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Mike Z.

Yelp
Saturday evening bar was almost full but was able to grab a seat. Servers were very attentive, they all worked together and didn't have to wait for just one server to take my order. The classic burger is two smash burger patties with cheese, lettuce onion tomato. The side of fries were huge and perfectly seasoned.
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Kay S.

Yelp
Good location if you're walking in the area. We paid $25 to park around the corner. Service was fast. The host and waitress were pleasant. The food was good. We had Chicken Parmesan (cheese was too thick), fried chicken thighs, and crab cakes (a bit spicy but enjoyed the lump crab). I'm not sure if I'd return but overall a good experience. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the breeze.
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Harold W.

Yelp
They give you a little portion like you're feeding a child and they want to charge you adult prices it's a trap for the business people that come in from out of town it is ridiculous they need to do something about their menu and they overpriced charged me for a drink of Buffalo Trace and I'm still upset about it
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Tara S.

Yelp
We showed up on a Thursday evening at 5. The woman at the host stand was so welcoming! We sat outside at one of the bar tables. If you do that you have to order at the bar- which was fine. We both ordered the steak and frites. As others have said- the steak just ok...a little tough. Plenty of yummy crispy frites and a side of broccolini- which was pretty raw. I ordered a spicy margarita mocktail that was really good. My husband enjoyed the beer selection! A really neat place with good atmosphere and great staff
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Gregg G.

Yelp
OMG...how os this place not rated 5 stars!? Service was 11 outta10...everything came out fast and piping hot! Homemade chips, 2 bowls of queso, fried spicy chicken thighs, bulgogi wontons, double smash burger, crispy fries, and a chocolate brownie sundae...all amazing...i went there to drink, but could only get one IPA down cuz i was so stuffed...food was so good, i bought a round of drinks for the kitchen staff! We will be going back...
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Cheryl B.

Yelp
In town for a conference and they were very accommodating. The food was really good. I had a cheeseburger and the amount of fries they serve it with is overflowing. Sorry I didn't take any pics!

Lola S.

Yelp
Have you heard of wonton nachos? Me either until I went to public house and they did not disappoint. I had the mezcal drink and it was deliciooooussss. It wasn't too bad for a Wednesday night. The vibe was perfect. Can't really say much about the service since we had to order at the bar but everyone was super friendly.

Walker G.

Yelp
All around good food and a fun time! Service was ok, but we also had a larger group so I understand that.
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Tim S.

Yelp
I was in Uptown around 9:30 pm and looking for a place to get something to eat. I tried a couple of places with no success, so then opened my trusty Yelp app and found The Public House was close by. When you walk in, it appears to be just a bar. There was no wait staff when I was there. You have to order from the bar. Despite having a good crowd that night, I didn't have any issues placing my order. Unlike some places where you have to fight to get the bartenders attention, the bartenders here noticed I recently came in and made sure to come over and take my order. They have a full bar, but the star for me was the huge draft beer selection. Local and regional beers on tap. The food is small plates and entrees. The entree menu is nicely diverse. I got a flank steak and throughly enjoyed it. Price wasn't too bad either. Highly recommend.
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Larry H.

Yelp
We were in Charlotte, N.C., and having just landed and unpacked, we were all looking for something o eat as the airplanes do not provide anything as they did in the past. We looked at our handy dandy YELP app and found a place right around the corner from us. The Public House. It is across the street from the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The public house has over 48 types of beer and other drinks to choose from if you wish. The menu has something for everyone. Gastro pub style., but a tad better We ordered the Chicken Parm with a side salad. Our hostess was tremendous. Very friendly and very honest about what is worth getting on the menu. The Chicken Parm was spot on. Two chicken pieces are breaded and seasoned great with a nice dose of melted cheese. It was served with pasta & marinara sauce on the side. Combined, it was delicious and just what we needed. We had to save room for the Ice Cream brownie. Oh my, ensure you have someone to share this with, as it is quite a bit of food. The desert was great and a great way to end our day of travel. I would highly recommend trying this out. It would help if you looked for it as the signage is hard to see, but worth the walk

Kari B.

Yelp
I've never encountered such a lack of basic customer service at a restaurant. The manager was extremely unprofessional and downright rude. The complete indifference to basic hospitality makes me question why this restaurant is open to the public when they are clearly only there to serve themselves.
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Kristen H.

Yelp
I thought long and hard about my rating for The Public House. I was really torn. The atmosphere? I like it. Having been completely gutted from the cafeteria it used to be to the current iteration it's roomy, with a large bar, booths, tables, high tops, a family table, couches and even bocce and dartboards. The food? The kitchen is doing their part well, bravo to them. I ordered Rusty's PB&J Burger (Peanut Butter, Grape Jelly, Sriracha, Candied Bacon, Pickled Jalapenos, $15). The flavor profile sounded intriguing. The two burger patties were very good. There was too much peanut butter which overwhelmed the grape jelly and sriracha but I bet if the right ratios were put on the burger this is probably pretty fantastic. We opted for the homemade chips and these were outstanding! Thin, crispy, freshly made, absolutely addicting, these are quite delicious. They come with your choice of french onion, queso, ranch or house ketchup. We unfortunately were not given a choice and I was simply given the ranch, which was fine (their ranch is good) but I had wanted to try the french onion. My husband ordered the Chicken Parm Sammy (Fried Chicken Cutlet, Marinara, Flash Fried Basil, Roasted Garlic, Parmesan & Mozzarella $14). He also ordered a side of mac and cheese. The sandwich was very good and the mac and cheese looked delicious but was sadly bland. The drink menu here is fun and quite inspired! They're pricey but hey, we were downtown to see a concert so we tried a couple. The Girl From "IPA" Nima (mezcal, mango rum, aperol, citrus IPA $15) was my choice and it came in a fun glass with a little umbrella. Very cute. So why three stars and what's not working here? First, the website itself. And there's no menus posted. If you want to see the menu you have to go to Yelp to look at a picture a customer has posted. (I've posted all the food and drink menus here for you.) C'mon, Public House... really? It's 2023 and I like to look at menus before I go to restaurants. More importantly, what else isn't working? The biggest issue of all, the service. It's pretty non-existent. We walked in around 5 pm (early, we were headed to a concert starting at 7 pm). There were a number of filled tables and some folks at the bar. We were greeted immediately and told to pick our table and order at the bar when ready. This was fine at 5 pm when it wasn't too full. I was thirsty and looked around and noticed a water station with cups and napkins so I served myself some water while my husband ordered some cocktails. And then he had to navigate a quickly filling up bar to order food. Utensils were dropped off by someone we never saw again and eventually food was placed on our table by someone else, who we of course never saw again. I needed something from the kitchen but was unable to flag an employee and unwilling to squeeze in between all the bar patrons to catch the eye of the bartender closest to us who was busy flirting with four girls. We still had time to kill so I stacked my own plates and tried to clear some space at our table since we still had our menus and dirty dishes. We would have ordered dessert but by now the bar was packed and you literally had to elbow your way in and wait quite a bit to order food or drinks. A note on the menu states "All of our food comes out as it [is] hot & ready, please let us know if you want all [of it] out together". This bothered me because I hate when the kitchen won't time a tables orders to come out together. They know to the minute how long it takes to make every item on their own menu. Public House, you're not providing table service but you're charging the same prices as if you were. I didn't come in looking to refill my own water, elbow up to the bar and order my own food, go back again when I wanted another cocktail, not have anyone ask if everything was ok and if we needed anything else and then, because we're good people, we still tipped 20% and then felt ticked off. $100 for no table service. And looking at the Yelp reviews you've not been providing table service for over a year so the (valid) complaint that it's hard to find servers rings a little hollow now. You seem to have given yourself a little boost in profits by charging the same prices but not paying for servers. Thus my three stars.
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Alexia B.

Yelp
Hip and approachable ambiance. The food was great! I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed the PB & J burger. I'll definitely be trying to make it at home in the future! The nachos were hard to put down. There is no table service so you have to order food and drinks from the bar. However, they did bring the food to our table when it was ready. There were many fun cocktail options. The "what's your angle" cocktail was tasty and served in a fun cup. I would definitely recommend The Public House to friends and family visiting Charlotte. I am tempted to head back during my short trip here!
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Kevin C.

Yelp
Let me start by saying I've come here several times. The staff is always friendly without being pushy. They love to be creative with their cocktails. Whether you order off the menu for ask them to make something creative for you, they do it with style and panache! The food is a creative take on bar food so make sure you try out some of their specialties. Early afternoon or late night, this place had the relaxing fun vibe that makes Charlotte so much fun downtown.
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Brian D.

Yelp
Good food and great selection! Have eaten here twice! Service sitting at the bar was better than table service.
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Bill P.

Yelp
Love the broccolini!!! Great Manhattan!!! Decent wedge salad, but the steak over salad was as a bit too close to expiration. I'm fine (as of the writing of this contemporaneous review) but I will follow up if anything changes. Bright side was, however, it was perfectly cooked to medium rare, which is hard to get served. Get the pickle-back shot, it was a bit of a contention the night I visited, but the pickle juice was spot on. I like the broccolini, but didn't love the sausage sauce... but the broccolini was soooo fresh... and sauce easily sits to side if not agreeable. Worth it, totally. Great place, thankful for it and imagine most of menu is stellar, including beers on tap, which always elude me. Great crowd, ambiance, and service. Hats tipped to all!!

Tazz A.

Yelp
I came to this establishment yesterday as a new customer. The employees are great. The other customers were shitty. The food was great, but I ended up paying for a dessert. I never got which was almost $10 after taxes. Then, as soon as I got there, I was told by the hostess that they told all the service to go home, which I never understood because it was getting busy. If I wanted to order any food, I had to walk to the bar and get it done vs having a server. I STILL HAVE NOT GOT MY REFUND FOR THE DESSERT AND NO ONE ANSWERS THE PHONES
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Callee N.

Yelp
Here on a work trip and our group decided to come here. It wasn't very busy when we got there. We were told that there was only one waiter and we needed to order from the bar. Being understanding we did. Paid for our food, soda and sat down. (Side note: Charge 20% tip automatically, keep reading) we sat down, food came out pretty quick, steak was okay, and fries were good. My side salad was probably the best. Nobody came to our table to wait on us or see if we needed anything. Also I was finished with my food before my co-workers food even came out and she ordered immediately behind me. There were several employees were walking around a multiple points. But they just brought us food and left. Never asked if we needed anything. In fact to get a drink refill or water we had to go get it ourselves from the bar. I'm not sure if this is normal (upon reviewing other reviews ordering at the bars seems kind of common) but definitely doesn't make sense to have paid an automatic 20% tip either for no waiter to have helped us but because I understand being short handed so I didn't argue.
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Sabina M.

Yelp
I selected this eatery/bar for a late night bite. I read the reviews and expected a positive vibe no matter that it was after 10 pm on a Saturday. The area is usually buzzing on the weekend so I wanted a place with ample seating and good service. I was greeted at the door by a pleasant and professional gentleman and the expectations went down from there. I was able to get a seat at the bar but moved to a different seat for better lighting and ambiance. There were 3 people moving behind the bar but it seemed only one bartender who appeared over worked and unsocialable. There is an extensive beer and ale selection but the bartender can make any drink of your choice, a definite plus.. After reviewing the menu of light bites, I finally placed my order for the Cream of Mushroom and Chicken soup. The soup was served promptly but appeared cold and clumpy. I expected that it would have hotspots with a few warm and tepid areas, BINGO. The flavor was okay and curbed my hunger. The patrons make the place. The people surrounding me were nice and engaged in brief conversation. I sat for a while with an empty bowl and cocktail glass in front if me before anyone checked on me. I think customer service could be better.
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Michelle B.

Yelp
At long last, The Public House Charlotte has been open for about a month now. The opening coincided with the pandemic and thus, was delayed. Surprisingly, they were open when I arrived for a show. The interior is relaxing (see photos). I especially enjoyed the open-air sliding windows that provided an atmosphere from the street. The drink list is modest but you can always request your favorites. There are a limited number of televisions so while you may be able to watch a game, it will not be viewable from all seating. I ordered the Brevard Street 75 with gin, champagne, lemon, and a sugar cube. It reminded me of L'Etoile that I like to order from Middle C Jazz which is right down the hall. The ownership of the two businesses is shared. This is a nice spot to relax before the show. Food is not on the menu as they await Uptown to return to a larger capacity so they can welcome clientele. The bar is open on football Sundays esp. when the Panthers are playing. Current hours are Thursday through Saturday. As you can see from my photos, available games include shuffleboard, darts, and bocce. They also have a small, private room that can be reserved. This is an appreciable establishment when you are attending a jazz show. Park once and stay for a long evening.
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Fidelis A.

Yelp
Food was innovative and quite a creative menu. Craft beer and cocktail selection outstanding. Service was attentive. My only concern was how loud it was for a Wednesday night. Music was blaring and very difficult to enjoy the evening.

D C.

Yelp
I've been back twice for the fried wontons. The ahi tuna was very salty which made it a task to get through, I had to eat the lettuce that came with it to offset the salt. Don't care for the skinny fries, but it s their menu so what are you gonna do? Didn't care for the beer battered fish. Not saying their food won't be good to others, certain things just weren't for me. I will definitely go back. Wontons are fire, and the kitchen stays open late which is better than 90% of the restaurants in Charlotte.