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Zinicola, Charlotte, NC

Zinicola

4.7 (1185)
$31 to $50
Italian
14835 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Zinicola is located in Ballantyne Village across from Ballantyne hotel. Stop by and enjoy our modern Italian food by Chef and owner Richard Cranmer.
We make our pastas from scratch, just like my Nonna.

Our menu changes seasonally

www.zinicolaitalian.com


Zinicola also has a full bar, great wine and cocktail list. Located in front of the restaurant, a new patio with its own bar lends more seating.

Zinicola is great for large groups, meeting, parties, and private dining.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard Cranmer
  • Private party facilities
    Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Ballantyne
  • Cross street
    The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
  • Parking details
    Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,185 people are saying

Zinicola reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zinicola offers a charming dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the freshly made pasta, "delicious seafood dishes," and a "thoughtfully curated wine list." The ambiance is inviting, perfect for special occasions or a casual meal. While occasional service hiccups occur, the overall experience keeps guests returning for more.
1,185 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Charlotte7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service that was a very good value.

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  2. Peter VIP

    Charlotte42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Italian restaurant with excellent food and outstanding service! The short rib ravioli is amazing!

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  3. Richard

    Charlotte5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a Mother’s Day dinner with a limited menu selection. I have dined here in the past and really enjoyed the food as it was excellently prepared. However, on this occasion the food was terrible. Pasta dishes were poorly seasoned. Sauce tasted scolded. The serving sizes were surprisingly smaller than normal. Nice ambience but terrible food. If not for my previous great experiences, I would not return to this restaurant. But will, because I like the regular menu that is prepared by the good chef. He had to be off on Mother’s Day.

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  4. Pari VIP

    Charlotte1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant seemed noticeably understaffed, with staff appearing overwhelmed throughout our visit. Upon arrival, there was no host to greet us, and we waited at least 5-10 minutes before being acknowledged. Despite having a reservation, we experienced an additional 10-15 minute delay in being seated, even though our table was visibly ready. While the food was decent, the overall service did not justify the high prices. Additionally, we had noted our friend’s birthday in the OpenTable reservation, yet the restaurant made no effort to acknowledge this, which was disappointing. Given the circumstances, we hope the restaurant can address these service gaps to enhance the guest experience.

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  5. Benjamin

    Paris1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was very good food at a reasonable price. Service seemed a bit rushed though and I felt could have been more attentive

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  6. Eric

    Charlotte16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great service from Alex. Although they say they have a dress code, they don’t. Some untethered teens dressed wildly inappropriately, looked like they just came from cheerleading practice. Oh well. 😳

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  7. Alyce VIP

    Charlotte32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved food and Alex who served. Was not so thrilled w bartender.

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  8. Saptosa VIP

    Atlanta8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fresh and delicious. Our server was very attentive and kind. Will return!

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  9. Annette VIP

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bread, pasta, and wine…all just what I needed. Delicious!

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  10. Stacy

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and ambiance. We will definitely be back!

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FAQs

Zinicola does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Zinicola also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 299-2979.

Zinicola is rated 4.7 stars by 1185 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 14 times today
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14835 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

Additional information

  • Cross street
    The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
  • Neighborhood
    Ballantyne
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Cranmer
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.
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