Spotted Dog Restaurant & Bar Reviews Carrboro NC
Reviews of Spotted Dog Restaurant & Bar Carrboro NC
Geneva Sisk
Cool, chill atmosphere, and very welcoming of all people! Very non-judgmental. Our server, Bobby, was very knowledgeable of the menu, gave me good recommendations, had cool style and was just a great server all around- coming from someone who’s been a server as well. Food was amazing and it’s awesome to visit a place that has classic American foods that you can get vegan or regular with meat. The only thing is- both of their bathrooms are “all gender” which is awesome and cool, but me, as a small young woman, I wouldn’t want to go in there and be followed by a man because of that label of all gender. People are creeps and I understand the idea but it seems unsafe for women. I understand the reason why they are there and that’s awesome- but I didn’t feel comfortable.
Cliff Chafin
I really have wanted to like this place. The food has gotten better and I was very impressed with my last meal. Sadly, despite having a gluten free menu and clearly checking with them, I again had a terrible reaction to my salad (the bumpy chicken). Many trips to the John which are not done yet. I go to places where I get the gluten free options often and rarely have any reaction and I know that my sensitivity is nowhere near the worst. The food is good and the staff is good but the kitchen is not invested in making food for those who have gluten problems. It really caters to vegetarians and I expect that if that is what you are looking for you will be very happy. The outside seating is also great. Just don't talk your gluten free friends into coming along.
Emily Matthews
I was absolutely blown away by the service and food I received at Spotted Dog! Our server, Maria, was attentive and more than helpful in helping us navigate the large menu. She was exceptional and went above and beyond to make sure our experience was superb. While I am not vegan, I got the vegan buffalo mac and cheese and the vegan gumbo (a soup of the day) and they tasted even better than normal mac and cheese or gumbo! All of the staff are super friendly and the restaurant has the best vibe. Will definitely be visiting again!
CHRIS GURLEY
I wanted to take my girlfriend to my old stomping grounds in Chapel Hill and to meet some of her family. We decided to eat at the Spotted Dog as it touted a number of vegan dishes. I'm so glad we chose to go there. I enjoyed my vegan crab cakes, and the non vegans enjoyed their dishes. My dog, Boo-Bo, accompanied us and was made to feel as welcome as all the humans. I highly recommend this establishment, and will most definitely return next visit to the Paris of the Piedmont.
Rhi Garris
Such a perfect place to eat for vegans!! Everyone there was really friendly, the whole vibe/atmosphere was great. I tried the buffalo Mac and cheese, the sampler appetizer, the fried green tomatoes, and the vegan dessert and it was all SO good! Definitely highly recommend this place.
Geneva Sisk
Cool, chill atmosphere, and very welcoming of all people! Very non-judgmental. Our server, Bobby, was very knowledgeable of the menu, gave me good recommendations, had cool style and was just a great server all around- coming from someone who’s been a server as well. Food was amazing and it’s awesome to visit a place that has classic American foods that you can get vegan or regular with meat. The only thing is- both of their bathrooms are “all gender” which is awesome and cool, but me, as a small young woman, I wouldn’t want to go in there and be followed by a man because of that label of all gender. People are creeps and I understand the idea but it seems unsafe for women. I understand the reason why they are there and that’s awesome- but I didn’t feel comfortable.
Cliff Chafin
I really have wanted to like this place. The food has gotten better and I was very impressed with my last meal. Sadly, despite having a gluten free menu and clearly checking with them, I again had a terrible reaction to my salad (the bumpy chicken). Many trips to the John which are not done yet. I go to places where I get the gluten free options often and rarely have any reaction and I know that my sensitivity is nowhere near the worst. The food is good and the staff is good but the kitchen is not invested in making food for those who have gluten problems. It really caters to vegetarians and I expect that if that is what you are looking for you will be very happy. The outside seating is also great. Just don't talk your gluten free friends into coming along.
Emily Matthews
I was absolutely blown away by the service and food I received at Spotted Dog! Our server, Maria, was attentive and more than helpful in helping us navigate the large menu. She was exceptional and went above and beyond to make sure our experience was superb. While I am not vegan, I got the vegan buffalo mac and cheese and the vegan gumbo (a soup of the day) and they tasted even better than normal mac and cheese or gumbo! All of the staff are super friendly and the restaurant has the best vibe. Will definitely be visiting again!
CHRIS GURLEY
I wanted to take my girlfriend to my old stomping grounds in Chapel Hill and to meet some of her family. We decided to eat at the Spotted Dog as it touted a number of vegan dishes. I'm so glad we chose to go there. I enjoyed my vegan crab cakes, and the non vegans enjoyed their dishes. My dog, Boo-Bo, accompanied us and was made to feel as welcome as all the humans. I highly recommend this establishment, and will most definitely return next visit to the Paris of the Piedmont.
Rhi Garris
Such a perfect place to eat for vegans!! Everyone there was really friendly, the whole vibe/atmosphere was great. I tried the buffalo Mac and cheese, the sampler appetizer, the fried green tomatoes, and the vegan dessert and it was all SO good! Definitely highly recommend this place.