I'm a fan of dive bars so take this review with said grain of salt. Here are my criteria for a solid bar:
1. Beer colder than shaved ice
2. Above average bar food
3. Locals atmosphere (older the better)
Each time I come to Charlotte to visit my friend who works at the airport, I drink at this bar while I wait for her to get off work. This is a classic, pool tables, off-the-beaten-path, sports bar. It's likely never crowded and you don't come here to meet the love of your life. It fulfills my requirements above, but for the average person walking in, it doesn't give you anything more. Overall, a slightly above-average dive.