rev:text
| - I was quite excited to try out the new pub that used to be Buckheads though skeptical that they would be able to remove all of the peanut shells likely left behind. However, their remodeled interior was beautiful! Instead of small tables used for standing only, there are full tables that can accomadate large parties and multiple new booths along the windows. I was also impressed that for an uptown location, they offer free parking at a parking garage right next door! Just make sure to bring your parking ticket into the restaurant so you can have them make a punch mark.
The menu is extensive and the pricing is reasonable ($7.95 and up). I was disappointed that the only drink specials on their grand opening night was draft beer. Bleh. I took advantage of the $3 Blue Moon but by 8 PM we were informed that they had run out. Not very good planning! In the future, I'd like to try out their "Luckitini's" which are cutely priced at $7.77.
On to the food, as I mentioned, the menu is full of options. A lot of it is typical pub fare like fish and chips, chicken caesar wraps, burgers, nachos, etc. I sampled their sweet potato fries and had some of the beer battered fish and chips. The sweet potato fries were cooked just like I love - not crisp but lightly coated with butter and salt. The beer battered fish was quite tastey and came with a side of tarter. The platter had 2 ample sized pieces of fish so you'll walk out full!
The service was attentive. We were immediately greeted when we walked in by multiple hostesses and our server checked in often.
If you are looking to watch a game, you won't be disappointed. There were TV's in every direction I turned my head.
Overall, Fitzgerald's gave me exactly what I expected. I wasn't disappointed but it didn't leave me feeling like it was anything special. I was hoping for somethng different, and unique in uptown Charlotte instead it is a cookie cutter pub. I'd go back but I wouldn't say I HAVE to go back. It's definitely a lot better than what it used to be so thanks Fitzgeralds for taking us up a notch!
|