3RD & FERNWOOD

4.0

112 Reviews

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for groups
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
Regional American (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$40.00 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, chicken 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.
The Art Of Grits: From Demo To Dining
US$65.00 per person
Prepaid
19 Mar 2025 only
18:00
Join us at Fernwood Tavern for an unforgettable evening celebrating the Southern staple we all know and love — grits! "The Art of Grits: From Demo to Dining" takes place on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, and offers a unique opportunity to learn, taste, and indulge. Your evening begins at 6:00 pm with an engaging grits demonstration led by the talented Chef Greg. Discover the techniques and creativity behind transforming humble grits into gourmet perfection. After the demo, settle in for a sumptuous three-course seated dinner at 7:30 pm, where grits take center stage in every delicious bite.

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
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 Fish Nashville HotUS$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
berry bread puddingUS$9.00
sweet potato bread pudding, coconut milk caramel, spiced whipped cream
Cake FeeUS$15.00
Thank You!US$0.00

Brunch Buffet

Kids Brunch US$18.00
Brunch OnlyUS$40.00

What 112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
3.9Service
4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charlotte
Innovative
Charlotte
Good for groups
Charlotte
Innovative
Charlotte
Good for groups
Charlotte
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

3RD & FERNWOOD offers a delightful Southern culinary experience with "unique flavors" and creative twists, such as the "oxtail meatloaf." Guests praise the delicious food, "amazing shrimp poboy," and friendly service. While still refining service during its soft opening, the atmosphere is inviting and "beautiful," making it a promising dining destination.

112 Reviews

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Cameron
New Orleans4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oxtail Meatloaf was AMAZING. Def have to go back for more options.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte1 review
2.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
When we arrived, we were the only table in the restaurant and the waitress/ hostess ignored us for over ten mins. I had to go get her to place an order for drinks and apps. Then she disappeared again for most of the night. Food was delicious but the service is AWFUL
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Alfreda
Charlotte1 review
4.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was outstanding with unique flavors/seasonings partnered with Main courses. I provided “very good” for service as they were short-staffed but she was outstanding but greeting us when we came in AND serving multiple tables. Once order was placed food came in a timely manner with personable staff. Drinks were also great.
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Yolonda
Charlotte8 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We were excited about experiencing 3rd & Fernwood however the food was just ok and there was an alarm ping going off during our entire dining experience. There was no acknowledgement of the noise by the staff.
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Edwin VIP
Houston62 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overall it was a good experience, not great. There were some things that could have been approved upon.
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Septimus VIP
Raleigh3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly Staff and Great Takes on Food! Oxtail Meatloaf is a Must.
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M
Charlotte1 review
1.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible food, Terrible everything. Very surprising given it’s in such a nice area.
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April VIP
Charlotte7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
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
Charlotte4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
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 Orleans2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
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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3RD & FERNWOOD is rated 4 stars by 112 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 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
Regional American (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

The Art Of Grits: From Demo To Dining

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

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 Fish Nashville HotUS$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

berry bread puddingUS$9.00

Cake FeeUS$15.00

Thank You!US$0.00

Brunch Buffet

Kids Brunch US$18.00

Brunch OnlyUS$40.00

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