So I know everyone in Charlotte is PUMPED about Chopt. With lots of locations up north, Chopt is not a new restaurant, but down here we’re freakin’ out about it!!!

For example: Chopt opened in Park Road Shopping Center on Saturday, and I’ve already been twice.

When we walked in, we were immediately greeted by friendly, helpful people who were definitely excited to see us. The decor is super sleek and modern, which fits the food they serve. I knew what I wanted before I walked in (duh) but still looked over the menu. Chopt has lots of salad options (and 26 salad dressings that they’ll let you sample, YUM), but you can also create your own using their fresh, local ingredients. For my FIRST visit, I had the La Chinesca, one of the three current Destination Salads. This included: FreeBird chipotle chicken, brussell sprouts (they were out of the sweet potatoes), wild rice stick, black beans, corn, and a delicious vinaigrette. Great choice.

Visit number two included the Harvest Cobb: grilled chicken, gold and purple beets, blue cheese, dried cranberries, apples, walnuts, and white balsamic vinaigrette (so good). Another amazing choice that I can luckily order year-round!

Other perks of this place: the cucumber-lemon water and the sweet tea. ALSO, the bread is perfect. They handed out samples both times. I suppose that defeats the purpose of eating a salad, but if someone’s offering me free bread…

The best thing about Chopt is that it’s right down the road from me. I promise to keep trying new restaurants, but you can expect to find me there pretty dang often. Thanks, Chopt, for gracing CLT with your presence. We love ya already!

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