Best Lunch Restaurants in East Charlotte

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1. The Goodyear House

4.6

Exceptional(1540)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • NODA

Booked 53 times today

Welcome to The Goodyear House, nestled in the vibrant NODA neighborhood, just a stone’s throw away from Uptown. Led by the culinary prowess of Executive Chef Chris Coleman, a champion on Food Network’s Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and SuperChef, our restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. Indulge in our menu featuring casual elevated cuisine, expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or a light bite, our diverse offerings cater to every palate. Relish the charming ambiance of our beautiful patio as you sip on handcrafted cocktails and savor delectable dishes. As part of NODA, the city’s premier arts and entertainment district, The Goodyear House invites you to immerse yourself in a culinary journey like no other. Book your table today and join us for an unforgettable dining experience.

2. Golden Owl Tavern

3.5

Very Good(316)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • University City

Booked 3 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!

3. Deejai Noodle Bar

4.4

Awesome(52)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • NODA

Booked 5 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

4. La Belle Helene

4.6

Exceptional(2887)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 76 times today

From the team that brought you Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Nashville and Church and Union Denver, La Belle Helene is a refined brasserie serving French fare, beer & wine in a soaring, elegant space with a lengthy bar.

5. The Asbury

4.0

Excellent(1227)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Uptown

Booked 18 times today

The Asbury restaurant, nestled in the lobby of the city’s only historic boutique hotel, is named in honor of Louis Asbury, Sr. In 1929, the Charlotte architect designed what is now The Dunhill Hotel. Today, our modern Southern restaurant honors the past, celebrates the seasons, and looks forward. Open seven days a week and serving the longest weekend brunch in Charlotte.

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6. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(485)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 44 times today

Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Coquette offers the charm of an old-world French buvette with a vibrant, casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet morning with a fresh almond croissant on our patio or savoring an evening apéro, Coquette is the perfect escape. Our menu is complemented by classic French cocktails and a wine list curated by Advanced Sommelier Fabien Boudart. Discover our monthly wine classes and exclusive wine club, designed for wine enthusiasts and those new to the experience. As owner Jill Marcus shares, “Coquette isn’t just for French cuisine aficionados. It’s for anyone curious and ready to explore the flavors of France.” Join us for lunch Tuesday-Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

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7. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1226)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 77 times today

Serving up prime cuts of beef and authentic homemade pasta, including 100% American Wagyu, Dean’s delivers a classic steakhouse experience in a modern, rustic setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

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8. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2788)

Price: Moderate

• European • Uptown

Booked 56 times today

A Consumption Revolution in Uptown, Charlotte. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen, A Jim Noble Restaurant, will redefine dining out. A food and wine bar featuring an a la carte menu of comfortable Spanish, French and Italian influenced selections prepared on a wood fired grill, rotisserie and imported Italian oven. Rooster's is high quality and affordable casual cuisine combined with a local Southern boy's culinary impartations. The open kitchen centered in the dining room allows the guest to view the crafting of cuisine while dining at the kitchen's antique granite countertop on a hand crafted pub bar stool. Finishes of Leather, antique stone, beautiful crafted woodwork and wrought iron parallels the artisan architecture and design with artisan, hand crafted styled cuisine.

9. Mariposa

4.4

Awesome(1236)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown

Booked 23 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.

10. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1601)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 78 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in South End, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Charlotte to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

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Kyle
Charlotte •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service is outstanding, Winnifer was absolutely wonderful. Great bottle of wine, went with the CDP. Food was good as always, but would love to see it evolve a bit.
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La Belle HelenePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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4.6
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Bruce
Charlotte •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a wonderful brunch at the Asbury. The food was excellently prepared and the service was impeccable. Our server TK was a delight.
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The AsburyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Uptown
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Jimmy
South Carolina •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Staff was great. Truly great. The rooms are a little loud when multiple tables are set. The outside area looked very nice. The appetizers and salads were extremely good. We ordered the shrimp and grits and the burger with fries. The shrimp and grits were OK at best. We only ate half of the burgers. The fries were on point.
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The Goodyear HousePrice: Moderate• Southern• NODA
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4.6
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HollyVIP
Charlotte •41 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
We were a little stressed about the parking situation so when we inquired with the staff at the lobby they offered complimentary valet for up to 3 hrs which was a relief with a toddler. Our food was very tasty and better than I anticipated from the Google reviews - you deserve much higher. We will definitely return the next time we're in the area.
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Golden Owl TavernPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• University City
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3.5
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Hank
Charlotte •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
As always, the food was excellent and the service friendly and responsive.
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Deejai Noodle BarPrice: Moderate• Thai• NODA
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4.4

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58 restaurants available nearby

1. The Goodyear House

2. Golden Owl Tavern

3. Deejai Noodle Bar

4. La Belle Helene

5. The Asbury

6. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

7. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

8. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

9. Mariposa

10. STIR Charlotte

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