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Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel, Gastonia, NC

Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel

4.9 (189)
$30 and under
American
168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052-2306

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Welcome to Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel! Located on the ground level of the restored Lawyer's Building, we strive to deliver a balance of Southern classics and soon to be new favorites. Custom cocktails and an adventurous wine list round out the options. Dine in doors beneath a 2 story vaulted ceiling or outdoors on our dreamy canopied patio. Join us where the past meets the present in Downtown Gastonia!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Mon–Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Gastonia
  • Cross street
    Main Ave and MLK Blvd
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

What 189 people are saying

Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Best Overall

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlotte

    Good for special occasions

  • Charlotte

    American

  • Charlotte

    Best Overall

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Service

  • Charlotte

    Best Ambiance

  • Charlotte

    Good for special occasions

  • Charlotte

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel offers an "exceptional culinary experience" with "superior" food quality, presentation, and service. Guests rave about the "wonderful atmosphere" and "unique ambiance." The restaurant features "great menu choices," a cozy setting, and a delightful rooftop view. Perfect for special occasions, this venue is a must-visit for food lovers.
189 Reviews
  1. Ronald

    Asheville / Western North Carolina4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food quality, preparation and presentation were all superior in every way. The service was also outstanding.

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  2. Brannon

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Santa Cruz was amazing. It was just a great place.

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  3. Brian

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent innovative and seasonal. Had a wonderful evening. Would definitely recommend for a culinary experience.

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  4. Kendrick

    Charlotte10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for a night out for great food. The service was excellent along with the food and atmosphere. We will definitely be back.

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  5. Teta

    Coastal Georgia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful first time visit. My husband and I had a great lunch. The mushroom sandwich was awesome and you have to try their crackled potatoes. They were perfect.

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  6. Alisha

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience always at Barristers! Great service, great atmosphere and even better food!!

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  7. Scott

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about dining here was great ... awesome service from our server, Taylor, excellent food with generous portions, from the beginning bread & butter board to the desert, it was all great. After dining, go up to the rooftop and take in the view. You can see all the way from Crowders Mountain to Charlotte.

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  8. Paul

    Atlanta6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Group of 7, excellent server as well as flexibility to substitute sides with entrees.

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  9. Mark

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My 11th-anniversary celebration at this restaurant was truly memorable. The ambiance was delightful, with a cozy and intimate atmosphere. The cleanliness and professionalism of the staff were commendable. The culinary experience was exceptional, offering an upscale dining experience. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be returning for another special occasion. Thank you for making our anniversary so special.

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  10. joel

    Coastal Georgia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food drinks and service in comfortable atmosphere

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Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel is rated 4.9 stars by 189 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel

168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052-2306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Ave and MLK Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Gastonia
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Mon–Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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