3RD & FERNWOOD

4.2

105 Reviews

$30 and under

Southern

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Charming
Innovative

Discover Fernwood Tavern – A Modern Take on Southern Comfort in Midtown Charlotte

Nestled in the heart of Midtown Charlotte’s Metropolitan Shopping Center, Fernwood Tavern offers a fresh and vibrant take on Southern cuisine. Led by James Beard Finalist Chef Greg Collier, our kitchen blends tradition with innovation, serving up bold flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and elevated comfort food that feels both familiar and exciting.

Step into our warm, inviting space where Southern hospitality meets modern elegance. Whether you’re joining us for a cozy dinner, craft cocktails, or a gathering with friends, every meal at Fernwood Tavern is a celebration of Charlotte’s rich culinary heritage.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Soul food, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00–20:30 Sun 13:00–18:00
Phone number
(980) 207-1582
Website
https://www.3rdandFernwood.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1100 Metropolitan Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
Area
Midtown
Parking details
None

Experiences

Brunch Buffet
US$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Experience our elevated weekend brunch buffet! Savor house-made specialties including bacon, sweet potato pancakes with sweet potato skin maple, and our famous buttermilk fried catfish. The hot buffet features smoked turkey grits, Good Bayou (our seafood-fried Carolina Gold rice with Cajun shrimp sauce), roasted chicken with jalapeño honey, and fresh-baked biscuits with house-made sausage gravy. Our cold bar offers fresh fruits, whipped yogurt, house-made granola. Every Saturday and Sunday, join us for a brunch that celebrates the flavors, traditions, and innovation that define 3rd & Fernwood.
Biggie Brunch: Juicy Bites & Big Vibes
US$52.00 per person
Prepaid
9 Mar 2025 only
Multiple times
Step into a one-of-a-kind brunch experience celebrating the legacy of Biggie with unlimited bites, nonstop hip-hop vibes, and exclusive fresh-pressed merch! This isn’t just brunch—it’s a tribute to one of the greatest, blending dope beats, incredible flavors, and a unique cultural moment. Sip, savor, and style up with a limited-edition tee, plus other exclusive merch available for purchase. Whether you're a foodie, a hip-hop head, or just here for the vibes, this is the brunch you don’t want to miss. Limited availability—lock in your spot now! Jerk Shrimp and Grits, Steak and Egg Sandwich, Curry Chicken and Dumplings, and more passed bites!

Shaved Greens SaladUS$14.00
Shaved collards greens, shaved kale, Cheddar, roasted garlic dressing, and cornbread crumble
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Farm SaladUS$14.00
Local lettuce, roasted sweet potato dressing, black pepper farmers cheese, and fried pickled onion
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Shaved Cauliflower and Kuri SquashUS$14.00
With green olive dressing, golden raisins, and smoked almonds
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Daily BreadUS$6.00
- No ButterUS$0.00
Fern WingsUS$12.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Seafood SaladUS$13.00
roasted trout, trinity, crispy trout skins, potato chips
Hush PuppiesUS$9.00
With roasted onion, and apple mostarda butter
SOUP OF THE DAYUS$10.00
Hoe CakesUS$9.00

Proteins

Smoked & Brined Chicken BreastUS$13.00
Served with Burnt Fresno Honey
Catfish with PicklezUS$15.00
Pan roasted citrus pepper trout, roasted okra gravy, and pikliz
- No Okra GravyUS$0.00
- No PicklizUS$0.00
- Okra Gravy on sideUS$0.00
- Pickliz on sideUS$0.00
- Everything on sideUS$0.00
- No toppingsUS$0.00
Braised Ox Tail Meatloaf with Red Pepper GlazeUS$16.00
Braised Oxtail and beef, red pepper glaze
Pork ChopUS$14.00
Buttermilk fried pork chop, black pepper gravy, pickled onion and apple relish
- No Sawmill GravyUS$0.00
- No ApplesUS$0.00
- Sawmill Gravy on sideUS$0.00
- Apples on sideUS$0.00
- Everything on sideUS$0.00
- No toppingsUS$0.00

Large Plates

Fish n GritsUS$29.00
Served with Burnt Fresno Honey
BBQ SpaghettiUS$32.00
Whole Fried FishUS$18.00
Smoked Turkey BogUS$26.00
Half ChickenUS$27.00

Sides

Candied Sweet PotatoesUS$9.00
With brown butter, thyme, and sorghum
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
3 Cheese Baked MacUS$11.00
With smoked Gouda, Cheddar, and mozzarella
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Dirty Rice GritsUS$9.00
carolina gold middlins, mushrooms, trinity, cajun
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Braised GreensUS$8.00
With smoked turkey necks, SDT, & cornbread crumble
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- No Corn Bread CrumbleUS$0.00
- VEGANUS$0.00
Field Pea MafeUS$9.00
With purple eye peas, sea island peas, cream peas, peanut, and trinity
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
chipsUS$6.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Green BeansUS$9.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- No OnionUS$0.00
- No Cracker MixUS$0.00
- VEGANUS$0.00
Grilled BeetsUS$10.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Broccoli CassUS$10.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Brussels SproutsUS$10.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00

Sweets

Apple PieUS$8.00
Plantain PuddinUS$9.00
Roasted Plantain pudding, whipped cream, crumbled nilla wafers
Carrot CakeUS$9.00
Buttermilk chess pie with blackberry and muscadine
sweet potato bread puddingUS$9.00
sweet potato bread pudding, coconut milk caramel, spiced whipped cream
Cake FeeUS$15.00
Thank You!US$0.00

Sandwiches

Smoked Mushroom SandwichUS$15.00
carolina gold rice and smoked mushroom pattie, bread and butter pickle remoulade and lettuce
- TN Seasoned ChipsUS$0.00
- NO ChipsUS$0.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Fried Chicken BreastUS$16.00
Carolina gold sauce, Memphis style slaw, and brioche bun
- TN Seasoned ChipsUS$0.00
- NO ChipsUS$0.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Catfish Po BoyUS$17.00
French bread, roasted garlic tomato dressing, tomato,lettuce, and pickles
- TN Seasoned ChipsUS$0.00
- NO ChipsUS$0.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
Smash Cheese BurgerUS$15.00
House ground chuck beef blend patty, pickles, American, onion, comeback sauce, and brioche bun
- TN Seasoned ChipsUS$0.00
- NO ChipsUS$0.00
- Extra Sauce/DressingUS$0.00
- Sauce/Dressing on SideUS$0.00
- No Sauce/DressingUS$0.00

Brunch Buffet

Brunch BuffetUS$40.00

What 105 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Charlotte
Child-friendly
Charlotte
Innovative
Charlotte
Child-friendly
Charlotte
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

3RD & Fernwood exudes a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing" food and "exceptional service." Guests rave about standout dishes like the oxtail meatloaf, fried chicken sandwich, and plantain pudding. Despite occasional service delays, the ambiance and unique Southern flavors create a delightful dining experience. Perfect for date nights or group outings.

105 Reviews

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April
VIP
Charlotte
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We made a reservation and were sat immediately! We ordered the shaved green salad which was the star! It was delicious! We order the ho cakes and the seafood dip. Both were good but would have liked the seafood dip to be warm. The house made chips fresh were delicious! For entres the wings fell flat in flavor they looked seasoned but lacked salt. The Mac & cheese was divine! Along with the Brussels! The grilled fish was not super flavorful. But the grits were amazing! All in all the sides were amazing but the entrees like the wings and fish could have been better! The speak easy as soooooo nice! Will def be back for that! Much love always willing to come back for their diversity in flavors and unique menu items!
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Tiffany
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the atmosphere and service. The food is delicious as well as the drinks. I love that the owners are present and interactive with their customers. My favorite things to order are the oxtail meatloaf, seared fish, mac & cheese and braised greens
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Jason
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience for Valentine dates! Will be back soon.
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Cheryl
Charlotte
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was over cooked and not fresh. It seemed as though it had been cooked previously and warmed over too much. Wings were the appetizer and they were overly salty. Mac n cheese was burned on top. Field pea mafé was mushy and overly cooked. Cole slaw wasn’t fresh but the sweet potatoes were good. I liked the citrus flavor. Service was slow and our server was not familiar with items on the menu and Cocktails were not available. There was only wine The alcohol distributor had not delivered it. We were there for a birthday so that was a downer. The positives were that the server and hostess were very friendly, warm and accommodating but it took an hour and a half for lunch and there were only 5 tables with guests the entire time we were there. Arrived at 12 noon. Left at 1:28pm. That’s a long time.
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Nova
Charlotte
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was horrible Over price Cold Service was horrible I will not return Unprofessional
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Ann
VIP
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing. Great time out. The only issue was the parking.
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LaToya
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice and the food was amazing my first time definitely will return
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Tywan
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed the quality service, food, and atmosphere. We went during Queen’s Feast week and we intend to go back soon to experience their full menu.
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Bryant
VIP
Charlotte
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was poor. Food was great. Sat down at 7:15. Didn’t get our entree until 9:00. Server only checked on us one time in-between seating and service. I think this place is new; still has some kinks to work out.
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LaGreta
VIP
Raleigh
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance was beautiful. From the service to the delicious food. There were big smiles all around the table. We tried the house pickles, cornbread, chicken sandwich, fried porkchop , mac n cheese, greens and the shredded kale salad. Everything was fresh and hot. Definitely will come back again! Music also passed the vibe check!
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3RD & FERNWOOD is rated 4.2 stars by 105 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

1100 Metropolitan Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

Additional information

Area
Midtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00–20:30 Sun 13:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Soul food, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.3rdandFernwood.com/
Phone number
(980) 207-1582

3RD & FERNWOOD

Make a booking

Additional information

Brunch Buffet

Biggie Brunch: Juicy Bites & Big Vibes

Appetizers

Shaved Greens SaladUS$14.00

Farm SaladUS$14.00

Shaved Cauliflower and Kuri SquashUS$14.00

Daily BreadUS$6.00

Fern WingsUS$12.00

Seafood SaladUS$13.00

Hush PuppiesUS$9.00

SOUP OF THE DAYUS$10.00

Hoe CakesUS$9.00

Proteins

Smoked & Brined Chicken BreastUS$13.00

Catfish with PicklezUS$15.00

Braised Ox Tail Meatloaf with Red Pepper GlazeUS$16.00

Pork ChopUS$14.00

Large Plates

Fish n GritsUS$29.00

BBQ SpaghettiUS$32.00

Whole Fried FishUS$18.00

Smoked Turkey BogUS$26.00

Half ChickenUS$27.00

Sides

Candied Sweet PotatoesUS$9.00

3 Cheese Baked MacUS$11.00

Dirty Rice GritsUS$9.00

Braised GreensUS$8.00

Field Pea MafeUS$9.00

chipsUS$6.00

Green BeansUS$9.00

Grilled BeetsUS$10.00

Broccoli CassUS$10.00

Brussels SproutsUS$10.00

Sweets

Apple PieUS$8.00

Plantain PuddinUS$9.00

Carrot CakeUS$9.00

sweet potato bread puddingUS$9.00

Cake FeeUS$15.00

Thank You!US$0.00

Sandwiches

Smoked Mushroom SandwichUS$15.00

Fried Chicken BreastUS$16.00

Catfish Po BoyUS$17.00

Smash Cheese BurgerUS$15.00

Brunch Buffet

Brunch BuffetUS$40.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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