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| - I have been going here for a solid 10 years. That makes me feel old. It also makes me feel like I am finally a real Charlottean to be able to say that.
The Good:
This is a true neighborhood bar. This isn't hipster. It will never be hipster. Thomas St is simply T St. It never changes much- even with the neighborhood changing. You can easily go there and see people from all different walks of life, ethnicity, age and income.
The outdoor area really is the best in Charlotte. I dare you to find one that is more comfortable, welcoming, not pretentious and with a lot of plants (seriously Charlotte- so many outdoor areas here are not landscaped). There are games galore and plenty of seating. Lots of heaters and fire pits.
This is one of the best spots in the city to watch TV outside. One of my favorite days was watching a game outside under the patio while there was a storm.
The Nachos can be really good (not always), the chicken fingers are highly recommended (especially the honey mustard), the king veggie burrito is a favorite with the vegetarians and the commonwealth roast beef is for the meat eaters.
You can bring your dog!!! (do not walk him through the restaurant- there is usually a gate open in the back. Ask someone to open it if it isn't)
They still have the same crappy Christmas decorations, there are always people willing to play pool (it is very communal- you don't own the table with your BFF- at Thomas St you share), the TV's are usually on mute because this isn't really sports bar. It is more like a neighborhood hang out.
The Bad:
T St is not consistent. You might go there and have really good food. The next time you go- meh.
This used to be a fun place on a Saturday night. Now it is a during the week type of a place or during the day. The Friday and Saturday night crowd is really annoying. Think: part busses from University. It turns into a really awkward meat market. Avoid late night on weekend.
The service can be bad. We accept this about T St. In fact, I'm sort of happy that it hasn't changed. Don't get me wrong- there are some really good servers who have been there for years. But there is also a "I don't care" attitude that happens. Don't take it personally. It is part of Thomas Street's charm and irritation.
I personally love this place, but it isn't for everyone, nor should it be.
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