Golden Owl Tavern

3.7 ( 197 reviews )
Checking... 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM See Hours
9041 Robert D. Snyder Rd, Charlotte, NC 28262, United States
+1 704-417-0400
Golden Owl Tavern, located in Charlotte, NC, has swiftly earned a reputation for its inviting atmosphere and delicious offerings. Reviewers unanimously praise the restaurant's service, often noting the staff's attentiveness and personable interactions. One guest shared a memorable anniversary dinner, commending both the ambiance and the live music that set a perfect backdrop for a special evening. The menu is diverse, featuring mouthwatering options like deviled eggs and hanger steak, which have received high marks for their flavor and presentation. While some dishes, such as the short rib mac and cheese, garnered mixed reviews due to ingredient balance, the overall quality remains impressive. Diners rave about the steaks and the decadent strawberry dessert, highlighting the meticulous preparation behind each plate. Although a few customers encountered minor hiccups, like an overcooked pork chop, the general consensus leans towards satisfied appetites and happy experiences. Golden Owl Tavern combines quality cuisine with a cozy yet upscale environment, making it an ideal spot for everything from casual dinners to date nights. The reasonable prices for such high-quality fare only sweeten the deal. It’s clear: Golden Owl Tavern is a must-visit for those seeking a delightful dining escape in the University area.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Plenty of parking
    • Valet parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Golden Owl Tavern

Gaston Tax Service
Jun 2,2025
The service was amazing, and the atmosphere was perfect. we went for our anniversary and the place was top notch. The musician playing that night was perfect. He was loud enough to hear, but we were still able to carry on a conversation. The food was beautiful and tasty, I would have given it a 5. However, they overcooked the porkchop, and it was a little dry. All the other dishes were great.
Steph R
May 2,2025
This place was great. Spotless, open but cozy, service was phenomenal. We tried a little bit of everything. The deviled eggs and the PUTTIN’ ON THE SPRITZ drink were our favorites. Unfortunately the short ribs mac n cheese special wasn't that great way too much gouda not enough cheddar plenty of short rib though. The hanger steak was delicious and the carrots and mashed potatoes were so good we wanted more. Sad to say though the pecan pie and the banana pudding didn't taste nearly as good as they looked... the strawberry dessert was decadent and very delicious. The pricing was very reasonable and the quality was outstanding overall. Can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu. FYI valet wasn't great might as well just park in the shared UNCC parking deck
Lori Gray
Apr 22,2025
We are here for my fiance’s birthday and sat at the bar. Our bartender, Guillermo, was absolutely fantastic. Very personable and made the most perfect cocktails! The food was spot on as well. We started with the country pate and the fired green tomatoes. For entrees, we shared the hanger steak and the macaroni and cheese with short ribs special. Yum!!
LeannaofRochester
Mar 28,2025
The food was great me and my Auntie went here and the steak was mind blowing 5-stars waiter was good too
Y J
Mar 26,2025
Absolutely delicious! Food was great and so were the drinks and service. Definitely my new upscale spot in the University area. The steak was delicious and tender; lumps of crab meat in the soup; the oysters were fresh; and the scallops and grit cakes were perfect! Great ambiance and ideal for a date night or dinner with friends.
Jacqueline Telljohann
Feb 15,2025
We picked this as our restaurant week choice this year and really enjoyed it! They were very accommodating when we showed up 40 minutes late for our reservation. Traffic to get there from the opposite side of town during rush hour was no joke! My husband I split our meals. We got the Country Ham & Biscuit, Fried Green Tomatoes, Smoked Mac & Cheese, Bison Meatloaf, Banana Puddin', and Blueberry Cornbread Puddin'. Everything was really good. My favorite things were probably the Bison Meatloaf and the Blueberry Cornbread Puddin'. I'm not usually a meatloaf person, but this one was really flavorful! I loved the substitution of cornbread instead of a traditional bread pudding. The service was a little hit or miss. Our first two courses came out really fast, but then it took forever to get our dessert and then a really long time to get our check. That's alright though. I'm glad restaurant week gave us an excuse to check out this new spot!
Joey Nguyen
Feb 12,2025
The atmosphere and interior of the whole place is nice. Got the deviled eggs that were delicious, Nashville hot chicken sandwich is a pretty solid paired with the old bay seasoned fries. Wifey is on the fence with the po’boy. Would have gotten dessert but the shortage in the kitchen staff made wait times a bit longer so we opted out.
Sierra M.
Feb 9,2025
My family and I ate here for mother day and we truly enjoyed our time together. Jordan was the host and he was super polite and friendly , and Marissa was our sever also super polite and friendly. Our food was delicious and Marissa checked in regularly to see if we needed anything. Overall great hospitality and friendly staff , we’ll definitely be back.

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