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Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel, Gastonia, NC

Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel

4.9
4.9
149 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Welcome to Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel! Located on the ground level of the restored Lawyer's Building, we strive to deliver a balance of Southern classics and soon to be new favorites. Custom cocktails and an adventurous wine list round out the options. Dine in doors beneath a 2 story vaulted ceiling or outdoors on our dreamy canopied patio. Join us where the past meets the present in Downtown Gastonia!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Mon–Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (980) 888-1502
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 149 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel shines with a "beautiful setting" in a repurposed bank building. Guests rave about the "fantastic food," with highlights like the coconut crème brûlée and shrimp and grits. Service is "attentive" and personable, ensuring a relaxed dining experience. Perfect for a memorable meal in downtown Gastonia.

149 Reviews
  1. Lindsey

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff atmosphere and cuisine. We enjoyed all of the choices.

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  2. Hannah

    Key West

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic! Chef is doing very unique delicious things there!

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  3. Darlynne

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is amazing. The chef is very creative and imaginative. Staff is exemplary, helpful and attentive. We will be coming through again in January and will be sure to book another reservation.

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  4. Bryan

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our dinner here. The dining area was cute, drinks were good (and single cube! which seems to be hard to find these days) our waitress was fantastic, and the food was great (the whipped goat cheese & crème brûlée were top tier) Look forward to going back in the warmer months to experience the patio and rooftop

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  5. Donna

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five of us enjoyed food and drinks at Barrister’s for a post Thanksgiving celebration. The shrimp and grits are in my husband’s top 10 for all the shrimp and grits dishes he’s tried at various restaurants. My brother and sister had steaks and loved every bite. A fried squash appetizer kept everyone happy until the entrees came, and the desserts were delicious. The service was outstanding. We look forward to eating there again soon.

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  6. Karen

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve dined there several times and it’s always extremely nice. The waiters are courteous and helpful and the food is wonderful.

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  7. Scott

    Charlotte

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Barrister’s is a hidden gem in downtown Gastonia. Decor/ambiance is beautiful, service is attentive, and food delicious. Drinks from the bar were both generous and tasty. I like the fact that you’re not rushed so they can flip tables but rather you are freed to enjoy the moment.

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  8. Alice

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting with great food and excellent drink options.

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  9. Walker

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and cocktails. Our waitress Hailee was the best!

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  10. John

    VIP

    Seattle

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience ! Highly recommended and we love the old time flare of the hotel

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Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel is rated 4.9 stars by 149 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel

168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052-2306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main Ave and MLK Blvd
  • Area
    Gastonia
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Mon–Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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