My girlfriend treated me to dinner for my birthday Monday the 22nd of August at a new restaurant in Charlotte called Essex. When we arrived the restaurant was not to busy and we were able to get a table on the patio with in a minute or so. From there on the night continued to be grand. Our server Charlie was awesome, he provided detailed recommendations for both food and wine, and pretty much chose what we ate and drank. All of which was amazing. If you haven't been yet the butter chicken and short rib ravioli is a must! Plus if all servers are like the one we had, let them choose you're wine. (Will be going back)