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Soul Gastrolounge vs Mert's Heart & Soul
Both restaurants are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Mert's Heart & Soul scores significantly higher than Soul Gastrolounge. Mert's Heart & Soul comes in at 91 with endorsements from 6 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and BlackBook.
Soul Gastrolounge
Zagat
BlackBook
Where
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
1500 Central Ave 1/2, Charlotte, NC 28201
From $0 /night
Zagat
4.5
"Part Eclectic “tapas bar”, part “nightclub”, this resto-lounge in the heart of Plaza Midwood pleases a late-night crowd with its “clever” collection of small plates soundtracked by “great music”."
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BlackBook
"Trendy spot for American, Mediterranean, Asian fare with attitude, all designed with sharing in mind. Spicy feta, babaganoush, hummus, tzatziki dips with pita chips, savory sashimi tacos."
Where
"The “lounge” part of the name is represented by moody lighting and the thumping of urban beats in the background music, but it’s the “gastro” part that keeps locals coming back for more."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"What were your first impressions when you arrived? It's hip in that exposed brick, low lighting, and cool music way."
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Fodor's
"Come for the elevated tapas and cocktails, stay for the dance party."
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Mert's Heart & Soul
Zagat
BlackBook
Frommer's
Fodor's
Where
214 N College St, Charlotte, NC 28202
From $1 /night
Zagat
4.3
"A "must-try", especially "if you're visiting Charlotte", say fans of this easy-on-the-wallet Uptown Southerner."
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BlackBook
"Mainstays are shrimp and grits, fried chicken, barbecue, po' boys, and pork chops. But a mound of fixins...are the backbone."
Frommer's
"Straightforward renditions of Southern classics, from collard greens and fried green tomatoes to tangy pulled pork. Pricing is fair, and the Southern hospitality is sugary sweet. "
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Fodor's
"Business executives and arts patrons make their way to Mert's—named for Myrtle, a favorite customer with a sunny disposition."
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Where
"This stylish yet down-home eatery offers patrons simple, savory Southern, soul and Lowcountry cooking: Think award-winng mac 'n' cheese or sweet cornbread sitting alongside fried chicken."
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