First, they named the place Hobos. A Hobo is a homeless vagabond who is penniless. Yes there are tracks nearby but come on! Just weird.
We visited Hobo's on a Thursday night a couple of weeks ago. Love the decor- exposed brick, large deck (but no fans or umbrellas), very comfortable and casual. The place was pretty packed and there was a wait but we were able to score 2 seats at the bar outside. Service was attentive however we did have to request menus. We each ordered a beer while waiting for our food. I got a chicken sandwich and he got a burger cooked medium. And then the wait started. We waited and waited. Three beers in and the food finally arrives. My chicken was over-cooked, dry and flavorless. My husband's burger was VERY well done and dry. Honestly we were both so hungry we decided to just eat anyway and leave. The bartender came over to check on us and when my husband pointed out that his burger was very well done the bartender CHUCKLES and says "You'd think that when the kitchen is getting their ass handed to them the food would come out under-cooked instead of the opposite!" Really dude? Did you just say that? Okaaaaay. Anyway, not sure if we'll ever go back. There are so many great burger places in the Charlotte metro area, there is no need.
For the record, I would have given another star or two based on the attentive staff, the place itself as well as the fact that is is new and they are working out the kinks. But after the "ass handed to them" comment, I just couldn't.