Helles & Dunkel

Based on the name we were under the impression, wrongly that it was a German place. So to us, all they did was put a new sign on the World of Beer location. Ok place, nothing out of the ordinary.

Stumbled across this place while walking around South End and I’m glad I did. The beer selection is huge and the bartender was extremely helpful with finding me something I’d like. The atmosphere is laid back and dog friendly, and there was a live band that played later on in the night. Overall a great place to hang out.

Was in Charlotte about a month ago for work training and being a big beer drinker had to find the best beer bar in south end! Reading about this places’ selection pulled us in since it had reminded us so much of a WOB. The bar tender was super awesome, providing quick service but also taking time to tell us about the microbrew history in NC. We had a chance to meet the owner who was great and you could tell how passionate he was about taking his business to the next level. Part of the bar serves as a coffee bar, so grab a quick drink there in the mornings, not to mention the coffee cocktails they have available! Always happy to see small business’ thriving. Location seems great, and close by to a parking garage. Southend is lucky to have a place like H&D.

Moved to Charlotte from Boston 1 January 2016. Helles was the first local bar that I visited in S. End and I love the place. The beer selection is great, the staff is friendly and welcoming. Great place to catch a game during the week or a band on Friday /​Saturday night. The food was pretty new when I first started going there — understand from the staff it is a work in progress — but I have to say it’s decent and getting better. I guess they used to have only bags of chips before late last year…

NO GRILL? So being that there are apartments over head, they can not run ducting for a grill hood. Therefore, they can not have a grill, only microwaves or ovens or something like that. The food tasted like it was microwaved. Good bar, but don’t come for the food. Someone correct me if I am wrong.

I think this used to be Beer World?
Really large space with some pinball and video games and I think a pool table.
I went in for lunch. The pizza was ok, but not really. I don’t think they are known for their food, but I’d have to try a few more selections to say for sure.
Plenty of beer selections and for a drinking establishment fairly spot on. A good place to meet up and have some fun.

Great beer selection. The staff was friendly. Almost the same as World of Beer that was there previously. I believe they have food trucks on different days, mainly weekends I would guess. I was there on a weeknight, no food truck, but pretty busy.

The beer selection here is great with more taps of craft beer than one could ask for. The prices were a bit high though. Any time the bartender has to go in the back to make the food, it is a bad sign. The flat bread pizza for almost $ 10 would have been overpriced if it cost $ 3. The wings too were just something thrown in his magical microwave or EZ bake oven that took a few minutes to whip together.

Great atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Seems like hundreds of beers, good food. Tonight is live music as well. A perfect neighborhood gathering place

My parents and I tried out the lunch they have and were very impressed! Our bartender was very attentive and made sure to check with us frequently to make sure every thing was going alright. I was shocked to hear that they had just started serving food because the club sandwich was very good quality and the wings were larger than most bars. They have a very good selection of beers as well as a great atmosphere.

I like this place. I went last night for the Bengals and Steelers game (rough rough night for the Bengals). I walked in and was greeted by two beautiful German Shepherds. I am the girl that goes to the bar and makes friends with strangers’ dogs. Anyway, dog friendly — points! They have a big beautiful wall of taps — points! Friendly bartenders — points! They have a wide selection of beer and liquor. Apparently this is the Bengal bar, and it certainly seemed that way last night. Bengals fans from wall to wall. This place is big enough that you can go in the back to that little game room if you want to be surrounded by TVs and get a little loud, or you can sit in the main area and hang out. Friendly people, good beer, dogs welcome, outside foods welcome. I’m in, and I’ll be back.

I have been here a few times and the beer selection is top notch which is why we come here. They now have a food menu which is a big plus. Wings, pizza, and some toasted sandwiches. We had the tequila lime wings, and the firecracker chicken appetizers. Ordered the prime rib sub to close the deal. Walked out of there with a great beer buzz. The band rocked it. Great night out. Great crowd.

Came here last night with the puppy, great staff, friendly and knowledgeable. Not the greatest food selection but that would be my only down fall.

I got lost looking for ramen noodles. Stopped into this place for directions. WOW! Great neighborhood bar with excellent beer selection and full bar. They served me up a great panini after I annihilated every beer on tap and two RBVs. Knowledgable staff when it comes to beer. Will definitely go back!

Even though there was a misunderstanding at Helles & Dunkel between the bar staff and my party when I went there, the manager was quick to reach out and attempt to rectify the situation. I appreciate that effort and will update my review.

I and a friend went late on a Saturday night. The tvs were all on full blast and you couldn’t think in there let alone have any sort of conversation. All we wanted was to have a beer and relax. The drunk Olé Miss group there was crazy obnoxious and some drunk woman insisted on standing right behind me and scream at the tv. We gave her a few looks after she kept stumbling back over after having another swig of her beer. My date and I chose not to engage with the group she was with for fear of it escalating. We chose to leave our beer and left the place. I’ll never go back again.

Last night was my first time visiting Helles & Dunkel and was very impressed by the beer selection, I ended up choosing Epic’s IPA, and was not disappointed. The staff was friendly and helpful. My one complaint is that the restroom stall I used didn’t have any sort of lock on it. Overall, I was impressed by the bar and will probably go back again.

Wow!!! The beer selection is AMAZING! The atmosphere is as well AND the service matches! What an amazing place!

So it is going to be hard for me to write a review and not mention the big pink elephant in the corner known as World of Beer. The chain pulled out of Charlotte, but it seems out of the ashes came a new place. Same set-​up, but less hassle of conforming to the chain… definitely still a cool place to grab a beer.
I came here the night of the National Championship game… wanted to avoid the crazy die-​hard Duke fans and cheer for Wisconsin in peace. I chose wisely as it was pretty low key here. There are still plenty of HD tv’s (all were tuned to the game) but I’m sure any other night there are other sports to be watched while drinking your favorite brew.
Since it was a «slow» night, it appears there was only one staffer on hand, but he took care of everyone at the bar and on the floor. Offering us some pretzel bites and a new popcorn machine that you can help yourself to.
Overall it’s pretty much the same place, just a new name/​management. Glad there is still a drinking establishment in SouthEnd (that I can selfishly walk to). Outside food is still welcome. Bring it on in with you… order delivery or look for a food truck parked outside the location.

Formerly WOB but same great service and amazing beer selection. They have cocktails now too but the beer variety is the reason for a visit. If you think you know what you’re talking about with beer, this place will humble you. No food but the large amount of close eateries will hand deliver anything you want. Just ask your server and they’ll set you up.