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e2 emeril's eatery

Chef Emeril Lagasse’s new restaurant, e2 emeril's eatery, is located at the Levine Center for the Arts in uptown Charlotte. This casual American eatery features an eclectic selection of appetizers, salads, seafood and steaks, as well as some of Emeril's New Orleans and Southern-style dishes, homemade desserts and modern American classics with a twist.

Find your favorite spot to enjoy Emeril's cooking or watch the action up close: from the chef's food bar--the centerpiece of the eatery where you can interact with the chefs as they work at their various cooking stations–-to the raw bar featuring fresh seafood, shellfish and fresh shucked oysters. At the bar, select from two house punches, local brews on tap or a handcrafted vintage and modern cocktail made with homemade infusions and syrups, plus a full menu of delicious bar snacks. Brian Mottola, Chef de Cuisine, and Jeff Wakem, General Manager, look forward to making your dining experience at e2 most memorable.
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185 Current Reviews
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Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(185 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 185 reviews
5 stars
(81)
4 stars
(67)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(5)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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e2 emeril's eatery Reviews List
Review 1 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

NOLA cooking at its best

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Diversified brunch menu suitable for breakfast or lunch, with excellent service, all make Emeril's signature dishes worth going back for, and the deserts were phenomenal."
Dined on 6/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"I brought my husband here for brunch on Father's Day. I could not have asked for a more perfect setting. The food was great! The staff was great! The experience was better that I expected."
Dined on 6/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

father,s day

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Great 5 star all the way, going back next week."
Dined on 6/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Location downtown Charlotte

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Convenient valet parking right at the front of the restaurant on a saturday night. The outside seating on the sidewalk can be great on a nice summer night. This restaurant was a bit loud for me but did not feel crowded. Service was very good and the meal was outstanding. Priced right with amazing favorite dishes. What a gem!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 5 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fun Times for outside dining

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We made reservations and the staff here are always friendly. I have only been a few times but they hostess greets me like I own the place which is very nice. I recall one of our servers "Kelly" who was great and fun to have as our server. The really (really) tall white guy (server) was also great and very professional & friendly. Our friends were a little picky but they too enjoyed the food & bar drinks. I would come back as I love the service...the grasshopper is the bomb~!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good, a lil too much oil in some dishes. Not at the level of other emeril restaurants I've eaten at"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 7 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

First time at e2

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My party arrived on time and we were seated promptly by the hostess. We had two servers covering our table, so drink orders were taken and filled quickly (and refills provided quickly). The lunch menu was not extensive but did offer a good variety of choices (beef/pork, chicken, seafood - not much for vegetarians). There were a number of specials and updates as well. Our food arrived after a reasonable period and while the presentation was good, the taste varied. The po' boy and Carolina flounder were both good, while the chicken breast was bland. Overall the experience was pretty good and I'll return to see if my second experience is consistent with my first."
Dined on 6/07/2013
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Review 8 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Lacking in service

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have dined at Emeril's flagship restaurant in New Orleans and Lagasse Stadium in Las Vegas. Both of those establishments were superior. This new one in Charlotte has a long way to go for us to try it again. The service was not of the same caliber we expect from an Emeril restaurant nor were the menu options as many as the other places but what we did eat was acceptable - not outstanding as we have found at other places."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 9 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food!

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Visited on a Friday evening with a group of friends. We made reservations and our table was ready when we arrived? Our food was really fresh and tasty. We ordered wood oven oysters, barbecue shrimp, salad and gumbo as appetizers. Each of them were great, but the oysters and shrimp were Devine! For entrees, we had shrimp n grits, fried chicken, flounder and pork chops. We also tried a speciality drink which was excellent. The favorite here had to be the pork chops (excluding the potatoes) and mac and cheese. They also serve rice grits which are outstanding! Excellent with the shrimp and fried chicken. Best grits ever. I have visited other Emerils restaurants in the past where the service is much better at those locations."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

delicious!

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Dined on 5/25/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been here 3 times and the food and service have been amazing each time without exception. Another aspect I really liked is that you don't feel rushed at all. They have a way of being extremely attentive but not pulling plates too soon. Our friends who came with us also loved their meals. As far as dessert..the banana cream pie is ridiculous! yum!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

BAM Does It Again!

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Dined on 5/25/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My husband and I were in the area for vacation and saw that Emeril had a restaurant close-by, so we had to try it out. The food was beyond Amazing and even more than what we expected (and we had high expectations). The Gumbo was worthy of his title and tasted delicious. We had the Sea Scallops and the Shrimp and Grits and both were mouth wateringly good. My husband and I were stuffed but couldn't leave anything left on the plate because it was soooo good!! I would recommend this restaurant to any of my family or friends who were going to be in the area. Definitely worth the money."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 12 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very enjoyable dining

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My friends and I had a great dining experience at e2's. The Shrimp & Grits was excellent. We also thoroughly enjoyed the Baby Spinach and Strawberry Salad. The chocolate layer cake and the Honey Crisp apple Crepes were outstanding. An excellent meal and excellent service was had by all. They were mindful that we were attending the show at the Knight Theater. They validated our parking ticket. We will be back."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Location, location,location!

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was great, waiters could not have been more attentive, but it was a little noisy due to the Preakness being run on the bar TV as we arrived. It was a little pricey for our taste but the location adjacent to the Knight Theater was perfect. We only needed to park once, take our time over dinner without rushing, and truly enjoy the superb food!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Great time, excellent food as always."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Accommodating

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As it was we were stuck in traffic and was running late. When we finally got to E2, we were greeted with understanding. The service was quick, the food delish, and everyone was happy to get to the show at the Knights Theater on time."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

e2 Always a Treat!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love e2 it is my favorite Charlotte restaurant! Took Mom for M's Day brunch, and it was perfect! Manager Jeff and his staff always make one feel like a VIP. Love the bar, where the bartenders will make something special upon request. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 17 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day Treat

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went for the first time on Mother's Day so there was a special brunch menu. Selections were limited but delicious. We had baked oysters as an appetizer and I had the shrimp and grits entree which were both delicious but fairly small portions. The banana cream pie was to die for and was a very large portion. The service was pretty good although some minor mistakes were made in the order. We were surprised at how many empty tables there were but it may be because they aren't normally open on Sundays. Location is great at uptown so we walked around afterward."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 18 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

wedding anniversary hit

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"my wife spent a lot of time in New Orleans as a child and this had to be just right for her to like it. And she did!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 19 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food!!! Service?

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is AMAZING!! Each of us ordered very different meals and shared at least one bite. Each selection was multi-dimensional with layers of flavors that did not overpower but rather compliment the previous flavor. The portion was outstanding; the price and wait time was what I expected. Presentation was over the top!
The greeter was friendly but did not offer any suggestions to make us comfortable while we waited. The wait staff was green. We had to ask for lemon (for our water) twice, our drinks were completely empty multiple times and never checked on us between the time we ordered our food and received it (at least 20 minutes). However, I will gladly look over this disappointment and return because the food was outstanding!!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was lacking

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
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"Food for Mother's Day brunch was outstanding. The service was lacking. Our server never took our drink order, never introduced herself, and brought us our check instead of dessert menus. E2 has been slowly improving into an Emeril's quality restaurant, but they seem to have a hard time finding adequate staff. I do recommend keeping an eye out of their special occasion menus such as this one. The food tends to be outstanding."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 21 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My husband and I went here to celebrate our one year anniversary. The bar was extremely loud but we were seated in the back where it was quieter. My husband ordered the duck. It was our first experience tasting duck and it was phenomenal!!! I would definitely order it again. We didn't see our server often but there was always someone stopping by to make sure we were taken care of. Our overall experience was fantastic."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 22 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Emeril-ific

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of our fav places to dine. Gumbo, beet salad and Gulf Drum- outstanding. Same for the pasta and lobster. Banana Cream pie is over the top. Service was much imkproved since last time. Need to sit all the way in the back to escape the noise. AC wasn't working great either. Everything else.....fantastic."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 23 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Half and Half

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service staff verey attentive until a larger group sat in the same section,then we became second class citizens.
Three people were in our group, two meals were great,one mediocre.
Shrimp and grits were excellent..
Pork chop little dry, but tolerable...
Waitress too busy for proper attention to be given, at least in her mind I think,,,,
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Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Graduation Dinner

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. Everything was delicious!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Experience

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Dined on 5/10/2013
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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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"A little apprehensive from the other "celebrity" chef restaurants I have visited. Not what I expected the décor to be which was great.
Hostess, Manager, Wait crew - all great. This one scores top.
Food very good. I am a lover of duck and this may well be the best I have had in both presentation and taste. Breast perfect and thigh/leg just the right crispness. My parents both said their food was great and the banana pie perfect.
The only thing I can even say close to bad about my experience is that I wish the specials were a little more outside the box from the main menu.
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Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The best thing about e2 is the service. The waitstaff is very attentive. The wine list is nice, with some exceptional wines by the glass (e.g., Robert Foley). We had small plates; the roux in the gumbo was nut brown and flavorful; however, I like my gumbo with okra. The crawfish remoulade appetizer was excellent."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 27 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Boldly Adequate

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This large and elegant restaurant is very convenient to the arts district. It has the feel of a hotel restaurant rather than the more intimate feel of a home town spot. My husbands pork chop he rated as excellent. My vegetable plate was beautifully presented but the sauce was so salty it was inedible. The manager said it was a hot "chipotle vinaigrette" sauce; honestly it tasted like capers tapenade. Awful! I sent it back. If you are a sales rep trying to impress clients this is the spot! If you want dinner before the show go to nearby Mimosa or Halcyon. Either would be a better choice than E2; we are not their target market."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 28 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dinner before a show

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The drinks are phenomenal but the fried chicken was bland. I was hoping for the rotisserie chicken but the menu changed."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 29 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
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(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
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(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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Energetic
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"Disappointing.Overpriced food on a menu of limited choices. There are less expensive places uptown with much better food.
Second time dining here, but still not impressed.
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Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 30 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall dining at E2 was a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall dining at E2 was a good experience. The food was very good and service was good. I thought the entree selection was limited."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 31 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoyed our meal at e2.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our meal at e2. As always this place delivers. Gluten free menu too."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 32 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

After dining here several

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After dining here several times I finally tried the infamous Shrimp & Grits - have to say, they are pretty darn amazing!!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 33 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tasting menu

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My fiancé, best friend, and myself went here for my 21st birthday since. I thought I would try the chefs tasting menu since the price wasn't bad compaired to everything else. For the first course the budain was impressive as well as the black eye peas. I don't like beans at all but for these were spot on! I couldn't get enough of them. Second course was the spinach salad and again I'm not a huge spinach fan more of a romaine but it was very well dressed and boy did it taste good! Third course was the filet and bone marrow overal I thought it was good. The marrow was cooked perfect the filet I ordered med rare I'm assuming was cooked sous vide, was perfect cooked, but the filet was warm not hot. Banana cream pie was to die for overall great!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

food was awesome. server was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"food was awesome. server was good and answered (or found answers to) all our questions. the dinner moved a little slowly - we ended up having to rush through our entrees in order to make it to our show on time"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best restaurant in Charlotte

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a spectacular experience at e2 and we will definitely be back. The service was outstanding and every dish was memorable and well-executed. We're so glad we finally tried this place and we will be coming back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

An employee was in town and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An employee was in town and had never been so I suggested E2. She was not disappointed nor was anyone else. We sat outside and enjoyed a wonderful lunch and all was done within an hour."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 37 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sat night

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The wait staff were attentive , wine was great . The food was very disapointing . I ordered the shrimp cocktail and it was 6 very small shrimp on a plate with an enormous amt of sauce . My salad was good . We were in a hurry because of a show so I did not notice that my friend did not eat her shrimp and grits , they tasted like a salt lick!!!
we did not complain because we were headed out"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2006
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Review 38 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and beautiful restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and beautiful restaurant. Server not as attentive as the last time I was there."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 39 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved the menu. Service was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Loved the menu. Service was OUTSTANDING. Would definitely go back."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 40 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

E2 spot on

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Emerils e2 eatery delivers on all fronts, as the food, service & ambiance were spot on. We will definitely return for more of the same."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 41 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

E2 had a great menu, delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"E2 had a great menu, delicious drinks and attentive wait staff. The only concerning issue was that the restaurant was almost empty! Great place for dinner and obviously easy to get reservations!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Flavors of New Orleans

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was a good place to go with my customer. The meal with wine for 3 was $260 (including tip). The food is very tasty and in keeping with Emeril, lots of flavor, spice, and high fats. We had Emeril's New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp, e2 house salad, Beet Salad, Shrimp and Grits, New Bedford Sea Scallops, Gulf Coast Drum, Emeril's Banana Cream Pie,Blue Corn Brioche Bread Pudding , Honey Crisp Apple Crepes, 2 wine flights and coffee. All the food we ate was enjoyable. The staff was friendly and efficient. Our "head" server was not knowledgeable about the food or wine (a mistake for a celeb chef's place). I would return when I have a craving for some serious carbs and fat and the flavors of New Orleans."
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 43 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was delicious!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was delicious! From the appetizers to dinner to dessert ... awesome! Also, we started and ended at the bar and both bartenders were super knowledgeable and incredibly friendly. We will definitely be back!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I have being going to E2 for

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have being going to E2 for a while now and this last time was just terrible. The service was good, but all the food was not very good at all. The pork chop was almost sour and didn't have a very good flavor. The shrimp and grits was a salt bomb. I tried three of the desserts and none of them were any good... Overall very disappointed and won't be going back anytime soon."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
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Review 45 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun evening of great food and jazz

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"e2 was the perfect spot for celebrating my fiance's 60th birthday. We we're attending a show at the Knight's Theater and only had to walk across the street after dinner for the show. The food was delicious. We started with the barbeque shrimp and chicken thigh and waffle. I had the flounder and he had the sea scallops with the collard greens. The flounder was perfect and the scallops were very tender. We both had nothing but goods thing to share about our meals. Will definitely be going back to e2 soon!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 46 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Expected More

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall our experience was good but not great. We came in at 8pm for a "light bite" after a concert. Very disappointed in Gumbo of the Day -- more soup than gumbo. Definitely not the thick gumbo I've enjoyed at Emril's in New Orleans. Beet salad was excellent--nice tangy flavor and generous portion. Ordered Carpaccio as main course. Boring and very small plate compared to other restaurants in Charlotte and in other cities.Shrimp & grits was "OK". The best part was dessert - banana cream pie. Outstanding. Among the best I've ever eaten anywhere on the planet. Others in my . Service was a bit slow. Sat with water for awhile and finally had to ask for bread. When they finally arrives, rolls were excellent--warm and buttery."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 47 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was great. Had the double

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was great. Had the double cut pork chop and the chicken gumbo. Wife had the gulf drum.
Plenty of potato rolls and corn bred.
Service was prompt.
A bit pricey, but overall was good. Restaurant felt empty though throughout the evening."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
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Review 48 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My husband and I had both

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"My husband and I had both of our parents in town and enjoyed Easter Mass at St. Peter's and then had brunch at Emeril's. Everyone enjoyed the food and the service was fantastic...we are looking forward to going back and enjoying dinner soon!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 49 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A good first experience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Overall a good 1st experience with e2. Nice setting a little away from the hustle & bustle of uptown but within the arts district. The entrance was very inviting & the restaurant decor was nicely done. I LOVED the open kitchen where we can watch all the food preparation. Very extensive wine list. BBQ shrimp appetizer was delicious-perfect starter. Disappointed there wasn't a defined kids menu, especially for Easter Brunch. Would like to try regular dinner menu."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 50 for e2 emeril's eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Easter Brunch bummer

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Five of us were excited to try E2 for Easter brunch. No specials were offered for Easter brunch, just the normal breakfast/lunch menu. That was a bit disappointing. The service was attentive. The restaurant was not busy but it took a good 25 minutes after ordering for our food to arrive. Mind you we ordered nothing complicated; omlet, waffles, burgers.
Our food was not what one expects from an Emeril restaurant. My andouille/crawfish omelet was simply a dry, non-fluffy and bland omelet with the meat and some cheese folded in the middle of the eggs. Others had a waffle and toast that was burnt. The hamburger was good as were the banana foster pancakes.
Overall, our dining experience was very average"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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