Barrister's at The Esquire Hotel Gastonia

Very nice restaurant, love the big windows. The food is good and fresh. Nice place to bring someone for a good meal thats not a chain restaurant

They were open even on July 4th! Although they only served barbecue pork in plastic containers the food was still great and the view was amazing. Both the inside and the outside is stunning. The bathrooms and the whole restaurant is kept very clean. I just wish the bathroom doors were not sliding doors or that the lock was tightened so that one couldn't slide the door a bit when its locked. The waitres that was serving us was very friendly and made a great impression. Definitely will come back if I get the chance.

I enjoyed my visit service was good
The food was good but the Mac and cheese needs a lil work. I got a sunset on main and it was a refreshing mixed drink that was very good. The place looks upscale and updated. I would suggest this place to others. They offer inside and outside dining. This is a hotel in downtown Gastonia. Food prices are reasonable. They offer breakfast and lunch. Give them a try for yourself. I can’t wait for my next visit. I went for lunch on a Thursday and didn’t need a reservation. Our total came to 55$ before the tip

This is a historic building which hosts a very warm, inviting and charming hotel. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The breakfast as well as its area and decor were pleasing to our palates! The rooftop and its view are simply amazing. Even though located downtown, you’re still within 10 minutes of lots of shopping. Please keep the following in mind though:

Yes, the rooms (and shower) are very small. But they are beautifully decorated, and as cozy and romantic as we never expected.

Perhaps due to the age of the hotel, the older windows let in a good bit of street noise. Closing the door to the bathroom will help, but if by chance the street sweeping machine and guy with a leaf blower come through between 6-7am, I hope you are a very deep sleeper…but I would stay here again.