Beloved Charlotte Restaurant Gus’ Sir Beef Closing

Many years ago, when I decided to go back to college for the last time, I lived with my mom in Charlotte. She had a house in the Cotswold area and I commuted to UNCC. My mom is the one that introduced me to the restaurant Gus' Sir Beef and we'd go often. It was the first place I knew that served a 'meat and three' and it was the first place I tried fried squash. To date, fried squash is one of my favorite things! When I saw that the restaurant was closing, it made me sad.

Gus's Sir Beef has been a Charlotte staple for more than 50 years. And the location has always been at the corner of Monroe Road at North Wendover. As Charlotte has grown, that corner of town has become difficult to get in and out of. Because of that, it's been a long time since I've eaten there. Still, it sucks that it's closing down.

According to WSOC, the iconic restaurant announced Monday that it is closing down for good. According to the restaurant's Facebook page, the closing is happening immediately. In the post, the owner mentions COVID and costly building repairs as the reason for the closing.

Gus and Calliope Bacogeorge opened the restaurant in 1957 offering 'fresh my farm' vegetables and home cooked meals. For the last 20 plus years, the children have run the restaurant.

Although I haven't been there in years, I hate to see it go. It's another piece of Charlotte history that's going away. And for me it's a place where my mom and I would connect and enjoy some delicious food. Nostalgia is a powerful thing.

Thanks to the family for giving me memories and for introducing me to what is still one of my favorite foods: fried squash. Gus' Sir Beef had the best! I know many folks in Charlotte will miss the restaurant.

The weather couldn't be better this week, especially for the beginning of March.  I'm itching to get outside and enjoy it. (And to my boss, if I'm MIA this afternoon it's because I'm working by my pool). So, if you're anything like me this weather has looking for every excuse to enjoy it. So if you're like me consider making a last-minute dinner reservation somewhere you can eat outside. But where? When the weather is this nice, everyone is going to be looking to do the same. I took a quick look at OpenTable to see if it's even possible to get an outdoor reservation for tonight. And the good news is it is possible. There are several Charlotte restaurants that have reservations for outdoor dining.

You can view the full list in real-time here or view five of my favorite spots that are available for dinner tonight. This is accurate as of lunchtime on March 1st. But even if you are reading this later, there is a good chance these restaurants are available then as well. Looking for another spot to check out? Here are some of the best patios in Charlotte! I hope the weather stays this nice in Charlotte and we can enjoy plenty of outdoor dining!

Neighborhood: South Park

Address: 6815 Phillips Pl Ct, Charlotte, NC 28210

Type of Cuisine: American/Pizza

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Neighborhood: Southend

Address: 1300 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203

Type of Cuisine: American/Bar Food

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Type of Cuisine: Italian

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Neighborhood: South Park

Address: 4720 Piedmont Row Dr Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28210

Type of Cuisine: Italian

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Neighborhood: Northlake

Address: 6801 Northlake Mall Dr, Charlotte, NC 28216

Type of Cuisine: American/Steakhouse

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