Trio

First time eating here. It was a Monday, which is fish and chips special day. I had the croissant club and my wife had the chicken salad on sourdough toast. Both were really good. Food was good, fries were hot and our drinks were always full. Server came to the table just enough to be attentive but not annoying. She recommended a "killer" sauce which was like a sweet honey mustard, it was really good. We mentioned it was our first time and she offered a free desert. We were too full for two so we shared one. An apple fritter with cinnamon ice cream. It was really good. We will be back and would highly recommend this place.

Review: Trio Restaurant, Charlotte – A Masterclass in How Not to Host a Birthday Rating: ⭐ (One star, because the bread eventually showed up) If you’re looking for a place to celebrate your birthday where you can experience the thrill of being completely invisible, look no further than Trio. I’ve been coming here for years, but my visit on December 23rd was less of a "celebration" and more of a "social experiment in neglect." The "Vanishing Act" Our party of six arrived, and while the first half got water, the second half apparently entered a different dimension where servers don't exist. We sat there for 25 minutes—long enough to contemplate our life choices and memorize the wood grain on the table—before I had to physically hunt down a hostess to remind her we were, in fact, humans who required sustenance. Five minutes later, our waitress appeared. No apology. Just the cold, hard silence of someone who clearly had somewhere better to be. The Kitchen Scapegoat We ordered immediately to save time. Forty minutes later, we were still staring at empty plates. When I went searching for a hostess again, the lobby was a ghost town. When the waitress finally graced us with her presence at the 45-minute mark, she brought… bread. She immediately pivoted to the classic "blame the kitchen" strategy. I told her flatly: If the food hasn't started, we’re leaving. She promised it was coming. It eventually did—an hour after ordering and 90 minutes after we sat down. By that point, I wasn’t even hungry anymore; I was just impressed by the commitment to the delay. The "Management" Special The real "cherry" on top of this birthday disaster was the manager. When he finally approached us, he didn't offer an apology. Instead, he gave us a tour of his excuses: * It was the owner’s fault. * He had to bartend. * (And his personal favorite, which he repeated three times): "As long as the food was hot and good, that’s all that matters." Newsflash: When it’s someone's birthday, the "service" and "not being ignored for an hour" actually matter quite a bit. I don't care if the chicken was forged in the fires of Mount Doom; or if you served Lembas bread, the temperature of the chicken is the least of my concerns. The Verdict The food was... okay. But the service was a dumpster fire of "not my job" energy. If you want to spend your birthday being blamed for the restaurant's staffing issues while a manager explains his resume to you, Trio is your spot. Otherwise? Run. We’ve been loyal for years, but after this? We’re officially "ghosting" Trio just like they ghosted us.

I haven't been to this restaurant in years and went back again recently and now I go there at least once a week. Everything we ordered was delicious. The calamari was to die for. It was light and airy and not chewy. My employer always gets the salmon and loves every bit of it. The almond basket dessert was divine Check out the photo. I have tried so many different dishes recently and every single item has been outstanding

My daughter had a live baby cockroach crawling in her food.this was sooo disgusting I couldn't get out of there fast enough. The waitress tried to offer us something else on the menu to replace the infested entree like that was normal. DEhec should be there to investigate

Have been coming here for years and it is always awesome! Love their pasta dishes and brunch. The french onion soup is always very good too.

Trio is a hidden gem! It’s one of those places that you go to all the time and then one day you try a new place and then Charlotte grows with new restaurants and you forget your old friend. We sauntered in here for the the first time in years and it’s exactly like it was 25 years ago. Food is awesome, service is friendly and timely and the prices are still great too. It’s a place where the servers know the regulars orders. It’s a place where you can count on it to be exactly the way you remember it. Why is that so important? Because in a world that’s rapidly changing and a town that looks nothing like it did 30 years ago, sometimes it’s crucial to have one place where you know the Cobb salad, fried chicken, almond basket dessert, muligatawny soup and prime rib are going to be steady and delicious. $7 bucks for a decent pour of decent wine? Yep. Warm bread with real butter? That’s right! Trio is a warm hug. A nostalgic delight that reminds you all is still well in the world. Just brought my 17 year old daughter here and she said “why have we been sleeping on this sweet tea and platter of chicken fingers?” Thats teenager for “why haven’t we been here in awhile?” The pizzas are great too. Do yourself a favor and go swim in the safe waters of Trio. I know my parents are toasting our return from Heaven. They loved it too. The bar is full of friendly strangers and the booths are always welcoming. Get over to Trio! (I should have taken more pics but trust me)! Also who still serves baked Alaska? That’s right…TRIO!

From out of town and asked for a lunch recommendation from a lady collecting admission to MetroLion. She recommended Trio. We were very pleased with our lunch choices: pizza cracker crust with 3 dips, salmon in citrus burre blanc, salad topped with grilled chicken. All were very delicious, fresh and priced fairly. If I lived in the area, I would be in at least twice a week. Atmosphere and everyone we encountered was just lovely.

Great experience here! The food was delicious and the service was top notch. I had the wood fired pesto bread and three cheese tortellini with chicken then finished with the chocolate silk pie. Everything was great.

Early Fathers Day Lunch at Trios in Pineville - service and food as amazing as ever! Short Rib over riced cauliflower (my fav) Calamari Short Rib entree Pork Ribeye entree Beefsteak sandwich Key Lime Pie

After four years, time for an update. I met up with about 30 former work colleagues at this restaurant. We meet once a month for lunch and this place is on the regular rotation because everyone seems to like it. Today I had the Onion Soup appetizer and the grilled pepper salmon as my main entree. Everything was real good, kind of a small portion size on the salmon though. It came with two sides, cream of cauliflower and asparagus. What was really outstanding was the service from Bridgette. She was waiting on everyone, more than 30 people seated a different tables in a special section. She was AMAZING! Not once did I need to reminder her for a beverage refill and I heard nothing but compliments about her! Kudos to her and her contribution to make Trio a restaurant of choice for our monthly group!

I have been going to Trios for 20+ years and have never had a disappointment with food or service. The choices are great for anything you're in the mood for. This is my go to when I can't decide where I want to eat. I have also been to events at the restaurant or another venue and the catering is exceptional. I wish I could give them 10 stars

Have been coming here for years and it is always awesome! Love their pasta dishes and brunch. The french onion soup is always very good too. Can't go wrong!

Delicious food Every Single Time. I have been a fan for years. I challenge anyone to find something on their menu that isn't absolutely delicious. Also, you're welcome. If there were awards for food, this would be a People's Choice award for sure !

Always enjoyed myself coming here, it's usually after a long meeting with our Corvette Club that we meet here. The service is quick and the food is so good. Saturday evenings can get pretty busy though but after getting your meal you will forget the wait.

After church on Easter Sunday, we ended up at Trio. It's been a while since I've dined there, so it was nice to check them out again. We didn't have reservations, but the hostesses went above and beyond to find a table for us. After waiting a few minutes, my party of five was seated. Our server was excellent. Very attentive and friendly. I ordered the Cobb Salad. I didn't realize the salad dressing was already tossed in the salad...must've missed that on the menu. Fortunately, I loved the dressing and ate the whole salad. I'd say the dressing was heavily tossed, so if you don't like a ton of dressing, ask for it on the side. My mother ordered the sampler because she couldn't make up her mind. She enjoyed everything but the poached egg, because she doesn't eat poached eggs haha. The brunch pizza and cheeseburger received positive reviews, and my nephew devoured his red velvet waffle. Also, the complimentary muffins they give you as an appetizer never disappoints. They're sweet and you get a nice variety. We thoroughly enjoyed our Easter Sunday brunch.

This place never disappoints!! The home made desserts are fantastic. Plenty of choices for every one. Great service!

The service was definitely 5 stars. The meals were delicious but I didn't love it. The Baked Alaska was so good. It was layers of deliciousness. The brownie was ok...

Amazing brunch choices were tasty and reasonably priced. Service was friendly and efficient. They kept up with the after-church crowd well and with a smile. Recommend arriving by 10:30 on a Sunday; obviously a favorite for many!

Met a business partner there for afternoon lunch. We enjoyed the service the ambience as well as the food perfect place to take a new client or even a business partner. Menu was expensive as well as inexpensive. We really enjoyed ourselves.

They never let me down. Emma helped me with group reservations for my daughter's graduation dinner. We had almost 40 guests. Pros: No deposit for group reservations Reasonable minimum spending amount We arrived early, they were ready and waiting Full menu selection Friendly and attentive wait staff Food was delicious Service was timely They didn't rush us out when the kitchen closed Cons: None

I go to this restaurant at least quarterly as it's a great way to step back into a time period when restaurants were uniquely centered around family and gatherings. From the large booths, the home like atmosphere and such great southern hospitality service...one can't go wrong with this choice. I genuinely like this restaurant as is and it has withstood the test of time and its "old" vibe is its charm. The drinks are great, the food is always tasty and you don't have to shout to have a conversation. The one peculiar thing is some tables had tablecloths and some didn't. That seemed quite odd. Next time I'll try a pizza from their giant size middle of the floor pizza oven dugout. Refreshing still water as well.

There is a reason this place has been around a Very Long Time. It is Always consistent Always good. I go here about once a week to get the Cobb Salad with Killer Dressing- and it is just that, Killer! I alter mine a bit and it's never an issue. I prefer just romaine and warm grilled chicken. It disappears as fast as it shows up. They also have very good soup and I enjoy the club sandwich that is always on a fresh croissant. If I go with more than two people I highly suggest a wood fire pizza appetizer cooked extra crispy please. Service is always consistent too. Spot is clean even with the high traffic. So give it a try and enjoy.

One of my favorite salads is trios baby green salads. It is absolutely wonderful. I love trios anyway. I will go in there and get a cheeseburger. They are onion soup. And instead of fries, I get the baby green salad. Then again I get the baby green salad with pretty much anything I order. It even goes good with the quiche. If you've not been to trios, you're missing out.

Having experienced Trio through a catered lunch at work one time previously I was excited to bring my family to tonight to celebrate my sons birthday. There was plenty of seating in both the main dining area and the one to the left but our party of 6 was placed in a secluded back area of the restaurant to the right with no other patrons. From what I could tell, we were dressed appropriately as some patrons wore board shorts and t-shirts and I wouldn't call this a swanky establishment by any means. The food was nothing to rave about and I was very put off by the fact that we were placed back there alone. After our meal I took several looks around the establishment to see if there were any other patrons like us and to see if there were tables to accommodate parties of 6. The conclusion I drew was no, there were NOT black, Asian, Peurto Rican and Panamanian people there except for the two black women sitting with an older caucasian female in the middle section. The patrons were predominately white. The, what I assume was manager, asked if I was looking for something so I inquired why we were seated away from everyone else. His reply was that "there was another large party that was supposed to be back there but their party decreased in size". I replied "to what? zero?". My son tried to lighten the mood by stating, "you must've put us in the VIP section" He's an 18 yr old kid but has class and knew that I was not pleased with having been segregated from the crowd. All of this to say, apart from the Vietnamese server that took care of us, the greeter and manager did not impress and I'm highly displeased with his response to the situation and the discomfort he seemed to have with me looking around. $220 later for mediocre food and a $40 tip we will NOT be returning and I will advise all of my friends and associates to steer clear as well. When vendors ask, what we want for catered lunches in the future I will stop suggesting Trio.

Absolutely the best service and bang for your buck. Everything on the menu is delicious and we've had it all from pizzas, sandwiches, and entrees like chicken piccata. Shoutout to Michelle in the bar area, as we prefer to sit there with her. Skews an older crowd, but that's because they know a deal and the best spots to dine ;). And wonderful brunch spot!!

This is definitely an old Charlotte classic. Typical American fare but enjoyable. I'm a big fan of the chicken salad sandwich. I frequently get a salad with salmon and the house dressing. But the real reason I give it 4 stars is the almond basket dessert. Crunchy lacey almond basket shaped magic with praline ice cream. I've been eating this my whole life and Trio and would go just for the dessert!

Came here for a birthday celebration, and it did not disappoint! We called in advance to see if they could.seat a part of 9, and they said no problem. We arrived and were seated immediately. Our waitress Han was exceptional! She took all of our orders without writing it down and did not get an order wrong. The food was delicious! We ordered the calamari and it was delicious! We also ordered various dishes from hamburgers to meat loaf, pasta, steak, etc...it was all delicious, to say the least. No complaints at all. The food came out in a timely manner, and our waitress was very attentive. This is a great location off Pineville matthews rd. Plenty of parking available and seating also. Definetly will be back.

The chicken salad sandwich is fire! The service can use some improvement with more frequent attention to refills and providing small plates with apps. The ambiance I would say it is a bit noisy if you are ok with sitting close to others and don't mind the clatter of dishes and plates.

BEST customer service! Hands-down the best and most polite staff in the Charlotte area. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and great atmosphere to take family.

Best restaurant in town. The chefs do amazing sauces, so keep them in mind while ordering. I love the three cheese tortellini, the Spring salad with Balsamic, and the Almond Basket. The cozy little booths are amazing for privacy.

Service was nice but very odd at the same time. Server wanted to take away time from our date for one of us to translate for her and take an order for her. We politely declined and told her to use google translate or someone on their team to assist...The place is long overdue for a remodel. Food is like cafeteria food and so is the quality and plating. Anytime you call they tell you to call at a later time because they are too busy. This place isn't that busy and I witnessed it in person when I dined in and overheard who I assume is the manager or owner tell another guest over the phone the same thing. That is the worst thing you can do. Guests who call are most likely guest who have never been and will likely end up not visiting because they couldn't get an answer over the phone. You can worry less about your guests who are already in the restaurant...

Such a Cool Established spot opened in 1991. I love to see places that have been around more than 30+ years. The inside was 90s vibes/decor. They even have a wood fire oven you can sit at and watch them cook! A cool looking bar area, like it's local vibes. It's a large place! The food was very good that we had. Wood Fire Bread Trio for appetizer a big yum to the bread spread with garlic oil and shredded basil. 3 dips marinara, bean dip and a muffuletta type spread. Chicken Tender which were extremely fresh and perfectly prepared! Along with old school crispy French fries(little skimpy on the fries if your sharing) We also had the Which we brought home and unfortunately haven't tried it yet. Their delicious curry chicken soup with a great spicy kick, SUPER FRESH TASTING! If we are ever down that was again we will be back for sure! We didn't make it to dessert but they are all made in house and LOOK AND SOUND AMAZING!!!!

Awesome Food and Service along with a great atmosphere. Has been a mainstay in the area for over 25 yrs.

What's not to like about a hidden gem of a restaurant off Highway 51! The food is always fresh and delivered to your table in an expedient time frame. Not to mention their prices are excellent. Their staff is always there to make sure your dining experience is awesome. Michael T

Delicious food. Great service. Fun atmosphere. Would recommend them highly! Well worth the 30 minute drive from our home. Trio would be an excellent choice for a special occasion.

Had an amazing night at Trio! We were able to get seated with a last minute walk-in before the dinner rush came in. The entire restaurant was packed maybe 20 minutes after our order was put in the kitchen. My sister and mom had the onion and the clam chowder soups and they were very flavorful. We had the salads and not photographed was my sister's fried chicken but we got to try it and it was amazing! Everything was reasonably priced, very well seasoned/expertly cooked and the staff was incredibly friendly. Someone even opened the door for us as we left! I think my favorite part of the meal has to be the magical apple fritters with cinnamon ice cream. If you haven't been, get a meal at this gem! I know I am coming back, this was an awesome place to try out and a delightful dinner. I saw a burger at another table that looked delicious.

For 25 years Trio is one of our favorites. The servers are excellent. The food is wonderful. Order the Almond Basket for dessert.

I have lived in Charlotte my whole life and have passed by Trio's dozens of times and never thought to stop by until a friend recommend we go for brunch. Reading Trio will fill up quickly not long after they open we decided to beat the rush and go early and be there when the doors were open and it was a solid decision. They open at 10 on the weekends and we were there when the doors open. Within 20-30 minutes after they opened the place was packed and there was a line of people waiting for tables. I was there with a group so we got a wide assortment of food amongst us. I opted for the shrimp and grits which was a solid choice. Like everywhere, Trio puts their personal spin on the dish. Rather than a huge plate or bowl with nothing but shrimp and grits there is about a cup of grits with five or six shrimp, collards and a fillo wrapped cheese and sausage "burrito". My son ordered the chicken and waffles and he was slightly disappointed. There was little flavor and the entire dish was kind of bland. My wife ordered eggs Benedict and the dish, overall, was good. There was one egg slightly overcooked whereas the yolk wasn't runny. I thought the flavor was spot on but nothing out of the norm. Our service was spectacular and very friendly. She was extremely attentive and took great care of us. We were a table of six and with as many people that were in the restaurant I would expect delays but we did not experience any. Overall, Trio is a great place and I would definitely go back. I want to try some of their dinner entree's as I heard they are fantastic.

Good as ever and great for a relaxing lunch with friends. Service is superb. Menu will please anybody. Pizza oven puts out soft, doughy, flavorful pies. Get what you want on them. Reasonable individual sizes. Parking is beginning to be a problem but solvable on weekends as other businesses are closed, leaving parking spaces. Reasonable prices. Very good bar.

Great ambience and server was excellent. Unfortunately the chicken sandwich I ordered was very disappointing. The chicken breast was dried and hard on the end, the bun was just a dinner roll which I had already had with my salad. The cheese looked like it had been sitting on the sandwich for quite some time, and the apples on top were brown. It must've been sitting around for a while because it was not fresh. I almost sent it back. The almond basket dessert was the saving grace. Very delicious.

Had the Chicken Piccata tonight. It was outstanding! Service was great. Liked sitting in the bar. High marks to an excellent restaurant.

My wife was craving bread pudding and this place doesn't disappoint!! We had their seasonal chocolate chip bread pudding. My wife stated it was very nice at a 8/10. The restaurant had a nice atmospheric layout and my wife stated it reminded her of a 70s restaurant. To me it's spacious and laid out well. Had a big open atmospheric vibe. Highly recommended as the staff was friendly and attentive.

This is a nice spot. Reasonable prices, nice atmosphere, amazing service, tasty food. The shrimp and grits was so good! The collard greens were seasoned well. My only complaint is the brunch menu is only served on Saturday and Sundays. That wasn't clear when I found this place on Yelp. However my mimosas were only $6 compared to the $5 brunch mimosa, so it was still worth it. I'll definitely dine here again!

Our server Forrest was as doting as any service industry worker could be. An "American" style restaurant that truly has something for everyone. Menu boasts everything from vegetable dishes, pasta, meat, poultry and seafood. Rotating special menu that offers many choices and actually doesn't help in making any decisions before your server returns. Happened to be seated opposite the wood burning pizza oven so ya'll know something great is happening here! Pretty cool upper-level wrap around bar that I noticed had everything from well liquor to top shelf. Happened to indulge in a couple glasses of a delightful Sauvignon Blanc pre flight - in the words of Borat....very nice Situated opposite a "strip mall" where another one of my posts stemmed from, but this location sits on the main drag, great location and private parking lot. Priced accordingly and fantastic service by Forrest. Will definitely be back again.

I went in and Nobody seems to care that I a guest. 1. No One greet me at entrance. 2. My friend found me and we went together to the table. 3. The waitress came and ask me what do I want for drink. As soon as she asked me and turn around and left. I was about to ask what kind of drink they have? She just ignored me and left. After my friends arrived, we ordered our drinks and she didn't listen carefully my friend order. My friend ordered that she wants water without Ice in it. But she came back with water with ice. My friend didn't say anything back to her. When all my friends arrived, we all waited for 30-45 minutes to order our foods. I finally asked for waitress and then she came to my table. We all ordered but every time she speaks very loud, very rude and she has no patience at all. Finally, I left for restroom and my friends surprised with my birthday desserts. The waitress came with a dessert in the boxed and in the shopping bag. She dumped the bag on the table so loud that I can hear boomed on the table. My friends requested that she can bring a birthday dessert with Candle and light on it so that they can sing happy birthday songs to me. That was disaster and ridiculous that the waitress did to us. She should not be allowed to work at the restaurant because she didn't know how to serve customer with respect and manners. I didn't know her name because she never mentioned to our table. Horrible experience for me and I would never go back again Trios. The manager/ owner should know about his employees.

My mom wanted to get some delicious brunch so we tried Trio's! We got there at 10am and there was no wait, we were immediately seated. Service was great, they were friendly and very accommodating. We got the chicken and waffles, breakfast sampler, and the red velvet bread for dessert. The chicken and waffles had the best chicken! It was very crispy and tender. The breakfast sampler was delicious, if you're looking for something light get the breakfast sampler. The dessert was also good! The red velvet baked bread wasn't too sweet and paired well with the yogurt.

We have always loved Trios in the past but last night was awful. Maybe it's because I ordered takeout, but the food we got was not good at all. Most of it got thrown away. The chicken salad was slimy and the beef was tough. My mom called to let them know, but the woman who identified herself as a manager didnt want to hear about it. Very disappointing.

always consistently great food and service. the best coffee too! many great gluten free choices

My friends and I decided to have dinner at this restaurant after having recommendations from others. We had an enjoyable experience. A nice atmosphere, a friendly waitress, good service , reasonable prices, basically tasty food attractively plated. I ordered the French onion soup, my dining mate the New England clam chowder. Our entrees: 2 Trio chicken salad plates, the spinach lasagna and chicken over pasta. My onion soup tasty, very few onions in the broth, the clam chowder quite tasty. The two of us who ordered the chicken salad. greens and fruit plate decided it was something we probably wouldn't order again. The green apples must of been coated in lemon juice and tasted quite bitter. Our greens were slightly coated in the vinaigrette and I had to ask for more. However the chicken salad was delicious. The other entrees were decidedly quite tasty . We would probably return here again and order different menu items.

Wonderful food, great service, friendly staff, affordable prices. Broad variety of choices, there's something for everyone!

I was craving something sweet after my workout, so stopped in for one of my fave desserts in town...that is, their lovely Almond Basket. Simply a Must-Try! I've been to this restaurant a good number of times in the past decade or so...and from their menu, this dessert always tops the list as their best...to me, at least! On a down note, I've had some service issues in the past year, so not sure if I'd highly recommend the restaurant in general. Even today, I stood by the hostess stand for at least 3 minutes before near flagging someone to escort me to a table. Given that I arrived outside of their prime lunch or dinner hours, guess it's understandable...but there always seems to be one issue or another as of late. Still, they DO have this heavenly dessert...so I can't rate them less than 4 stars.

Very quiet place, but stays busy. Menu is a great selection. Clean place. Our server Angela was absolutely amazing. Like genuinely the best server we've ever ever had.

My wife and I have been going to Trio's since it opened in 1992. It always provides a very good meal for the price. The pizza is special with a thin crust and good toppings that is cooked in a wood fired oven. We also like the salmon specials and the salads. The balsamic chicken salad is great. The owner is there daily, they have chefs not cooks, so I am very surprised that anyone has had a bad experience. In our years of eating there the few times that something was not right with the food or was not what we expected it was replaced or removed from our bill. Alex S.

I hosted a bridal luncheon at Trio Saturday for my daughter. I have to commend Trio Management and staff for an excellent job. The room was prepared for us to my exact specifications of seating and items to be provided. And as usual even for a party of 26 the service and food was excellent. We all know that restaurants are running short staffed now, but it seemed that this luncheon ran as smoothly as any event I have hosted. I had personally been there several times for meals with my friends and my husband and never have I had a disappointing experience.

Recently we've have had inconsistent meals. Caesar salad a couple of weeks ago came out nicely tossed and lettuce was fresh. Last week it was served at a very cold temperature, all the cheese was in a ball at the bottom of the dish and it was heavily tossed with way too much dressing. Also, it had tomato's which were absent from my first salad. Also tried the onion soup which was very salty, not many onions and may have had MSG mixed in or blended into the broth. The crust was somewhat burnt. My wife had a salad with Salmon. The Salmon was very dry, had black grill marks and was overcooked. Not my typical experience at Trio hence, a generous 4 stars on a 2.5 star meal.

Today's Sunday brunch was my first visit here in probably ten years but, for the life of me, I'm not quite sure why I've stayed away so long. It had never disappointed in the past, and it definitely did not do so today. What was once a contemporary California grille kinda vibe (upon its 1992 opening), now seems a bit retro; however the atmosphere is still bright and fresh. If I remember correctly, it was one of the first places in Charlotte that offered Cali-style brick oven pizza. Prices are fairly reasonable and service is still friendly, attentive and fast. Sanitation grade was an acceptable 95.5. The menu is quite eclectic, offering everything from single serve pizzas, to sandwiches, to beautifully prepared entrees. Deciding on what to order from so many diverse options can be daunting. The good news is that you cannot go wrong. I was pleased with my choice - the Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken Breast and Gravy. It was served piping hot and was absolutely delicious as were the sides (creamy grits and apple cider collards.) As a collards lover, I'd go so far as to label them as "special"as they were perfectly cooked, not mushy like most, and had just the right touch of apples and bacon. My went with the Eggs Trio. It consisted of a rich Hollandaise sauce over poached eggs and crab meat on an English muffin served with creamy grits. It was tasty but not quite hot enough temperature-wise, and was missing the spinach that the menu stated it was supposed to include. Still, that's nothing that would preclude us from returning (soon). Sunday brunch also includes a special bonus - homemade mini muffins and banana bread with whipped butter. Every bit as delicious as I remember! Careful not to fill up on them however, which can happen before you realize. The restaurant has five distinct dining areas highlighted by an expansive patio and a lightfilled atrium-like main dining room. On your first visit, choose it, if available. There's also small, cozy bar area across from three comfortable booths that are nice. Keep in mind however that this joint almost always requires a wait. So, be prepared. But it's worth the wait. You probably figured by now that this place is a Gotta Try. We hope to be back real soon!

I have been going to Trio since I moved to Charlotte in 1998, and it is an All American staple restaurant. Their location is large and they offer an extensive menu, from Soups, Salads, Pizza, Pasta and some speciality items each month. My most recent visit was with my Dinner Group, which included 8 people and we had reservations. We were seated in a nice private area and had a great server. Ironically it was a Tuesday night and the place was packed. With that said, having 8 people there was definitely a variety in the food ordered. We started with soup and some appetizers, in particular the French Onion and Trio Dip. The French Onion was a hit, but the Dip Trio wasn't anything to write home about. And, unfortunately they had just ran out of Romaine Lettuce so there salad selections were limited. How does a restaurant run out of Romaine at 7:30pm on a Tuesday...anyway. As for the entrees, we enjoyed a variety of items and from what everyone said they liked their dishes. I had the Chicken and Shrimp and thought it was fine. Everything to mean seemed good, but no one faved about anything and said this is a must return restaurant. We finished our meal with dessert and I can say that was sure the highlight. I loved my brownie and ice cream, and others enjoyed their treats. On a side note, there cocktail menu and wine isn't anything great!