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| - My best friend and I visited this very nice lounge to have brunch and watch the football game on Sunday, 1/17/16 between the Panthers and the Hawks, and from warm welcome we received upon entering the establishment to the hostesses and waiters, on down to the food was an amazing experience.
We arrived shortly after 1pm and although we had to wait approximately 2 hours to be seated, we were still able to watch the 1st half of the game from the waiting area; for they're flat screen TV's lined up on one wall which makes it convenient for everyone to have a great view. While we were waiting to be seated, the hostess, Tiffany (I believe that was her name), checked on us regularly to ensure that we were okay and we assured here that we were just fine. Finally after being seated as soon as the 2nd half of the game commenced, we ordered the Fried Chicken and Waffle entree, Lemonade, and drinks and it was scrumptious.
Although it was an array of people there at the time we arrived, we found a parking spot immediately upon entering the parking lot. Parking is 'free' and there's no charge to enter the lounge. The drinks and food are very reasonably priced, and although I don't drink, my best friend claimed that the drinks are worth every penny and we both can vouch for how delicious the food was.
Peter Thomas, owner of this establishment, was there the entire day watching the game and interacting with guests as though he was a customer himself. He was so laid back and didn't mind taking pictures with people. As I mentioned, my friend arrived there at 1pm and didn't leave until 7:30pm and Peter was there before we arrived and after we left so I highly commend him for spending the entire day with customers opposed to just stopping by for an hour or so and leaving. We did manage to get a photo with him as we were walking to my car that evening so I'll post that shortly after this review.
This was my second visit to Sports One Bar & Lounge and both times I had a fantastic time. I drove 2 hours from Raleigh to watch the game here and it was definitely worth the total 4 hour drive (coming and going), and I'll definitely return whenever I'm back in Charlotte.
As I conclude my review, my advice to making a reservation is... If you plan on going to this lounge to watch a game, keep in mind that it's a 2 hour maximum limit that you are able to sit a table. In other words, after sitting at a table for two hours, a hostess will inform you that you have to leave the table, but you can always go sit at the bar, dance to the nice music on the dance floor, or stand around and mingle. Seating is limited and they have to accommodate their guests who make reservations so I completely understand. Overall, 5+ stars to Sports One Bar & Lounge!
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