Just had dinner here for the first time. They are brand dandy new so any so called "negative observations" - are only because they are new....it should not be held against them in any way. Most places take a few months to find their rhythm if they are a chain. Which CharBar 7 is... So....I gave them a five star for food delivery speed, quality of food prep/presentation and flavor as well as server personality and pleasantness.
I had the 12oz ribeye, side salad and sauteed spinach with a slice of garlic/Texas toast. Amazing!!! Cooked Medium and delivered as such. Wonderful seasoning.
Suggestions for the chef...serve a slice of fresh lemon to put over the spinach to give it a nice flavorful zing. It breaks up the spinachs ability to put a chalky feel on the back of your teeth. A bit oily/buttery so to a little lighter. Otherwise really good!!
Their house Merlot is very good, fruity and smooth. Desserts were great. Glad the menu wasn't huge, they definitely focused on the right mix.
I had to ask for extra napkins, I had to ask for A1, I counted apx 14 servers and bar staff and while seated quickly and with a smile, took almost ten minutes to get someone to take my order. For a drink but I was ready with my food too :D
Having said that...folks that's just normal growing pains and training which CharBar did in spades tonight! Great job, every waitress I saw had someone shadowing them. It was quiet when I got here before 5. The staff were amazingly pleasant and attentive once served. Which is why I said the five star is for what counts.... everything was what I'd expect and want in a new place to eat out. You shouldn't and can't write a review bashing what amounts to training.
Time will tell, wait six months and write another review but from what I saw tonight? Great new place!! Can't wait to come back again. Just go during the week and before 530pm to avoid crowds.
Oh, they close for the afternoon so plan to arrive by 4pm on a week day to beat the crush.