Libations Kitchen & Bar

The food was blah. We ate dinner and the entrees and appetizers seem way over salted. It seems salt and crushed red pepper are all the chef knows how to use. My coworker had tacos and the fish was flavorless and the pork was the WORST barbecue either of us have tasted. My short rib was nowhere near cooked enough so it was gristly and hard to chew.
The bartender, Angelina, was incredibly rude and was badmouthing other employees in front of us and the other five people at the bar. The other girls, Stacie and Mel, were fantastic and friendly, but not actually serving me.
When I attempted to notify the manager of Angelina’s poor attitude and slow service, she blew me off and was so rude that I will never eat here again. If the whole ten people I. The restaurant are overwhelming for you as a manager, Kristen, perhaps it’s best to leave the industry. Switch to something that is not customer facing and doesn’t require people skills because yours are beyond lacking.
I work across the street when I’m in town, which is very often, but I will go out of my way to take my business elsewhere.

Awesome group of people. I was talking about how I have never had chicken and waffles before and the chef made them up from scratch. Incredible!!!

There are very few hotel meals that I would ever take the time to rate. My meals at Livations this week were amazing!
The Potato & Chicken soup is one of the best soups I have ever tasted. I had a cup on Monday and I was considering ordering a second cup after my meal came. However, the salmon I ordered for my main course was also incredible and I did not have room for any more deliciousness.
I decided to come back on Wednesday to get some more potato and chicken. This time I ordered a bowl and slammed it! So awesome! There were many good choices on the menu so I decided to try the fish and chips this time. The fish didn’t knock me off my feet, but it was still good.
I can’t wait until my next Charlotte trip so I can get some more soup and maybe try some other items on this menu.
BMarkus

We had a group luncheon there for work. Over 15 people. Food was excellent and the staff was on top of things. Great job overall. This is a huge upgrade from the previous dining establishment in the hotel. Also, it’s clearly the best option for dining/​drinks in the Gateway area. Highly recommend.

Had the grilled homemade salmon patties with grilled vegetables and yellow rice which the server recommended and it was Delicious!

Was simply too tired to go elsewhere. Ordered the wings. Good flavor and portion.
Meatloaf was delicious and portion size was very good.
Ordered the lemon chicken soup which was surprisingly flavorful — filled with veggies and chicken. Tasted very fresh.
My associate ordered a shrimp Caesar and a side of broccoli. Again, good portion sizes.
Without the wine, the total came to $ 52. Pretty reasonable for a hotel.
I would return, even if there all alternatives.