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1. Golden Owl Tavern
3.8
Excellent(321)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • University City
Booked 2 times today
Our menus serve up a wide variety of regional classics and craveable treats inspired by the American South. Perfect for date night, graduations, celebrations, brunch or just lunch, you'll be a regular before long. And even if you're not, our friendly neighborhood staff will make you feel like one!
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2. Deejai Noodle Bar
4.6
Exceptional(55)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • NODA
Booked 3 times today
Bringing Thai street food to the Noda Charlotte community. DeeJai noodle bar offers a delicious choice of authentic, traditional Thai street food, sushi, and an array of various Asian dishes, all hand selected from the freshest ingredients. DeeJai noodle bar offers a full bar with specialty cocktails, selected great wine and sake lists to compliment any dish. Please make a reservation online for your next business party, birthday party, or family event! ENJOY A FREE EDAMAME WHEN YOU SPEND $40 OR MORE!!!PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RESTAURANT'S LOCATION IS: DeeJai Noodle Bar3629 N. Davidson St. suite 103Charlotte, NC 28205980-859-3701704-910-0815
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3. Church and Union - Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(5090)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 24 times today
A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine with menu by Executive Chef Aaron Dearing and Bravo Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch. Offering a casual, yet refined atmosphere. Voted 2020 Best Chef Jamie Lynch by Charlotte Magazine | 2020 Restaurant of the Year by CRVA.
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4. Customshop
4.9
Exceptional(1822)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Elizabeth
Booked 31 times today
Customshop is a chef-driven restaurant that showcases local farms and purveyors in an effort to bring our guests the highest quality ingredients within our community. Executive Chef and Owner Andres Kaifer along with his team believe in crafting honest straightforward food with an elevated modern touch that delivers something truly unique. Weekly menu changes allow us to highlight the seasonality of food and the beauty of North Carolina produce, seafood, and specialty items. With stylistic inspiration from Spain, Italy, and France, our neighborhood restaurant aims to make everyone feel welcome. We are proud to offer a seasonal cocktail menu that also takes an ingredient-first approach and looks to mirror the creativity and ingenuity of our culinary team. Our wine list is curated around a balance of old-world staples as well as new and emerging producers pushing the envelope. We cannot wait to serve you on your next date night, post-work drinks with friends, or at a family celebration.
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5. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte
4.5
Awesome(674)
Price: Moderate
• American • Southend
Booked 48 times today
Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!
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6. North Italia - Charlotte - South End
4.6
Exceptional(1713)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Charlotte
Booked 60 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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7. OROSOKO Sound Bar
4.6
Exceptional(43)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Charlotte
Booked 20 times today
Welcome to OROSOKO Sound Bar, a South End restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring a unique East vs. West menu, exquisite sound, comfortable acoustics and a team of gracious hosts, passionate in delivering inspired hospitality. This cocktail, or “listening”, lounge offers a unique setting to enjoy craft cocktails and relaxed fine dining from renowned Chef Jay Pound, while immersed in the curated sounds of a skilled DJ on our world-class audio system. There simply is nothing like it. Indulge in our beautifully crafted signature cocktails, while savoring Asian and Latin inspired tapas-style shareables in a natural environment that exudes sophistication, comfort and luxury. At Orosoko, we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class, welcoming atmosphere that is stylish, but never pretentious. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - 4:30pm-12:00am (kitchen open until 10pm). Friday/Saturday - 4:30pm-2:00am (kitchen open until 12am). Sundays for brunch - 10:00am-4:00pm (kitchen open until 3pm).
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8. Sixty Vines - Charlotte Southend
4.8
Exceptional(805)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Southend
Booked 81 times today
Often referred to as “the wine lover's restaurant,” Sixty Vines delivers simple, yet flavorful cuisine paired perfectly with 60 wines on its sustainable tap system. Every plate and pour is designed to inspire adventure and discovery of wine culture reimagined. Guests are encouraged to experience abundance over shared plates, enjoy wine “pinkies down” and to visit for brunch, lunch and dinner. Signature menu items include charcuterie boards, seasonal proteins, wood fired pizzas and innovative pasta dishes all inspired by ingredients found in wine country.
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9. Muraya Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(472)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Southend
Booked 18 times today
Muraya, a culinary haven located in the heart of Southend, Charlotte founded by a charming couple with a deep love, for food, cocktails and hospitality. Our journey began with a heartfelt inspiration drawn from the vibrant city of Cartagena. Every dish we create is a tribute to its rich culture, mesmerizing colors, and captivating history.At our restaurant, we pour our passion for Colombian cuisine into every plate we serve. With each bite, you'll taste the authentic flavors of Cartagena, lovingly prepared using traditional recipes and ingredients handed down through generations. Our mission is to transport you to the streets of this enchanting city, where the aroma of freshly cooked arepas and the rhythm of salsa music fill the air.Just like Cartagena, our restaurant is a fusion of warmth and zest, creating an inviting atmosphere for you to savor unforgettable moments.
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10. Mariposa
4.5
Awesome(1264)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown
Booked 20 times today
Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

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  • Stephanie
    Charlotte •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was phenomenal from the burrata, cavatelli dish, and the FLAN…chef’s kiss!! Service was impeccable. It’s a quaint spot but bustling with livelihood. Highly recommend this place!
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    CustomshopPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Elizabeth
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    4.9
  • Danielle
    Charlotte •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!! Our server was top tier, the food was incredible, drinks were strong, and the ambiance is absolutely breathtaking. There was live music that was enjoyable as well. What a wonderful first visit.
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    Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Southend
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    4.5
  • Hayley
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    WOW!! Worth more than 5 stars. Food was fantastic. Atmosphere was decorated for Valentine’s. Had the green curry mussels, multiple sushi rolls, salmon curry, pad Thai. Insanely good!!!
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    Deejai Noodle BarPrice: Moderate• Thai• NODA
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    4.6
  • rockyVIP
    Charlotte •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent Valentines Day experience . The special menu had enough choices to have something for everyone, and the food was delicious and service was excellent. The prices were elevated for the Valentine’s Day , which I do understand. Gotta make that money . I get it. Some of the prices did seem excessive though. For example , one small crabcake (maybe 3 oz) was $19. The filet mignon offering looked like a pretty modest cut , maybe (5-6 oz precook). I guess I’m just saying for $100, per person , the food was very good , but I don’t know that I would say a great ‘value’. They definitely marked up for the holiday.
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    Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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    4.6
  • Chase
    Charlotte •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had a great experience from beginning to end. Food was amazing and portion size was good. Service was really good
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    Golden Owl TavernPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• University City
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    3.8
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