Charlotte has a derth of independent restaurants with decent food for a good price; Lebowski's is an exception. Their daily specials are a deal. The portions are plentiful, the beef on wek is delicious, and I haven't found a better fried fish plate in town. Try the garlic fries...thin and crunchy. As far as ambiance goes it is definitely sports oriented with lots of TVs; and if you don't want to get caught in the loudness of Trivia night avoid Tuesdays!