The restaurant's atmosphere is charming but the music does not fit the feel of the rustic ambience. Country music played most of the time we were there. The service was adequate but not stellar.
I dont mind the concept of a tasting menu and farm-to-table, but neither my wife or I were impressed with with most of the food served. With the exception of the Angus Course, the food always tasted like it wanted to be better. It was bland and uninspired. The price tag for food that should explode with flavor given the tasting size portions made me realize that my money would have been better spent on anything else. The other reviews that give this place high marks may have been a result of excited folks influenced by its postings as best new restaurant, or that they want to seem supportive of a growing restaurant trend in Charlotte. I do not see how high marks are deserved.
Finally, Heirloom is not kid friendly in any way. If you are going, leave your kids behind and experience the lackluster that is Heirloom without them. Your sanity and wallet will thank you.
We will not be returning to Heirloom.