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| - I decided to visit Kickstand on opening night after reading Sarah Crosland's article in Charlotte Magazine. It's rare to find a burger joint that offers a new twist on the American staple, but Kickstand does a darn good job.
The hostess and wait staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, without being intrusive. They seemed excited to be part of the Kickstand team, which impressed me from the jump.
I had a Burger Pocket Press, a juicy patty stuffed with bacon, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese. Interesting idea, right? It was tasty (bacon FTW!) and hearty. North Carolina doesn't let you get a medium rare burger, which drives me nuts, but the Pocket Press was still a good choice.
My only recommendation was for the sweet potato tots to be served as a stand-alone side. They offer a mix of regular tater tots and sweet tater tots, but the sweet potato tots are so good they deserve their own plate.
Finally, on the decor: A TV at every table makes Kickstand a perfect place to catch a Panthers game or, presumably, a cycling event. Gimme the football. The set-up seems ideal for a sports fan without resorting to sports bar cliches.
Kickstand is a solid addition to the CLT dining scene. Enjoy!
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