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| - We've been meaning to try Zeppelin for a while now, and I'm so glad that we were finally able to! Hands down, one of the best food + cocktail experiences that we've had in a while. We consider ourselves foodies and are fortunate that we are able to enjoy the Charlotte food scene regularly; so when I say that our meal at Zeppelin ranks in the Top 5 in all of Charlotte (and surrounding areas), trust me that I don't throw that compliment out lightly!
We ordered 3 cocktails (the QUIT DRAGON MY HEART and FOGLE FIZZ were our favorites), and a few apps and dessert. The ricotta Gnocchi was AMAZING, and rivaled some of the best gnocchi dishes that we've had in Rome and Venice. The notorious PIG puppies were unexpectedly tasty, and while a little on the heavier side, they offered all the flavors of a great BBQ plate in a more sophisticated way. The tuna tartare was unlike any tartare I've had recently, and you could tell that the quality of the ingredients was top notch.
And we purposely saved room so that we could order the Krispy Kreme bread pudding...and holy mother, was it worth it!!! I seriously wish I had a second stomach so I could've shoved the whole thing in my mouth.
Also to be noted, my husband basically wanted to move into this place because the music they were playing was insane (think 90's rap, mixed with some of your favorite college era club jams). The whole vibe was cool and hip, without giving the impression that they were trying too hard. Furthermore, the staff was awesome and you could tell that they were all genuinely invested in the whole concept and experience --- our waitress was just fantastic, and as nice as they come.
If you're planning on going to grab a bite anytime soon, or just want the perfect place to enjoy some mind blowing cocktails and apps, look no further than this great Southend spot.
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