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| - I went for lunch the first time and decided that I would go with the small Carolina pulled pork BBQ and a side of cole slaw. If you are going to a smokehouse, I thought I should start there. Delicious! Finally, good BBQ in Charlotte. Smoky and tender. The slaw was good and homemade. A few tiny hush puppies the size of Tater Tots that were also tasty. Some pickled onions to set it off a bit. I got a small platter, and while I wouldn't call the portion generous, it was certainly enough. But no leftovers :(
Service was very good, quick and responsive. Friendly and well tended on drinks and checking to see if we needed anything. I liked the presentation on real plates, vintage retro diner type, a nice touch.
I didn't realize that this was another Frank Scibelli restaurant until I signed on to write a review. I am a big fan of Mama Ricotta's, Cantina, and Bad Daddy's Burgers formerly Big Daddy's (great breakfast, if you haven't tried them). I have high expectations for anything he is associated with. Midwood didn't disappoint me. I expect that it will only improve as they settle in. I can't wait to try the rest of the menu.
We were lucky not to have to wait to be seated, but as more folks discovered this place sometimes there is a wait. We sat outside at the picnic tables under umbrellas, which was really nice.
Bravo.. Maybe I should give it 5 stars after all. Just for getting the Q right. Okay - changed. I originally gave 4 out of 5 only because I hadn't tried more of of the menu and based it on one meal. Sometimes I am disappointed because I know the BBQ can be superb, and sometimes it is too salty. I raised it to five because I realized that since it opened, it is one of my favorite places for casual and the only place I want to go for BBQ.
I say it is the best in the area for BBQ.
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