I don't usually write reviews about places like Hickory Tavern, but hey what the hell?! This is your typical chain sports bar situation with the big TVs, the beers, and the random pop music in the background. It's a bit nicer and pricier than some of the other sports bars, but at the end of the day it gives you essentially the same things. There are locations all over the Charlotte area, and I assume they are all just about the same.
My favorite thing about the joint is that I always know what to expect. The food is always solid, the service is pretty good, and there are food/drink specials. If we are looking to have a couple beers and watch a game, this is the place we go. In terms of the food, the burgers are good and they also do some decent shrimp and oysters.
This place went up a notch in my book recently when it finally got on board with the local craft beer scene and started carrying NoDa and Birdsong to go along with Olde Meck. Better late than never. So, if you are fellow Southwest Charlottean in search of local beer, you can add this place to your list of options!
Pretty good, but not great. That about sums it up.