1. The Hour Is Brunch And The Place Is Bistro La Bon
Bistro La Bon
1322 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 333-4646
Yelp: 4 stars, 260 reviews
Don’t let appearances deceive you. While you might assume a restaurant located next to Family Dollar might not be worth much, Bistro La Bon is confident enough to stand on its own. The modernly rustic interior will be your first sign that you’re in for something special. But the food is what will really blow your mind. Don’t miss their brunches which will keep that crispy, caramelized French toast on your mind for days.
2. Seize The Meal At Carpe Diem
Carpe Diem Restaurant
1535 Elizabeth Ave
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 377-7976
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 108 reviews
Passionately run by two sisters, Elizabeth’s Carpe Diem brings Parisian flair to American cuisine that will delight both meat-lovers and vegetarians alike. If there’s one thing they know how to do better than seizing the day, it’s cooking meat. Their buttermilk fried chicken is a favorite with the regulars and their porks and beefs are seared and cooked to perfection. Plenty of amazing salads, soups, and seafood fills the menu, too, ensuring Carpe Diem will be the highlight of your day, any day.
3. Curry On Over To Copper For An Upscale Indian Meal
Copper
311 East Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 333-0063
Yelp: 4 stars, 217 reviews
Copper was one of the first restaurants to bring upscale ethnic dining to
Charlotte. Since then, the scene has caught up with the times but Copper still stands among the best. The Indian dishes against the elegant background make for a perfect date or just a great meal. You might think ordering the chicken tikka masala is too predictable but it’s one of their strongest players, packed full of flavor and elegance, just like Copper.
4. Italian Food Just Got Even Better Thanks To Aria
Aria Tuscan Grill
100 N Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 376-8880
Yelp: 4 stars, 186 reviews
Italian simplicity makes for a great meal, with flavorful sauces and interesting textures sure to pique your taste buds. An insider tip to Aria: if you have the time to spare, reserve the chef’s table. You’ll get the VIP dining experience for up to eight guests as close to where the magic happens as possible.
5. Go To Barrington’s For The Food, Stay For The Pretzel Bread Pudding
Barrington’s
7822 Fairview Rd
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 364-5755
Yelp: 4 stars, 72 reviews
Barrington’s is a relaxed and quiet restaurant with stellar American cuisine that will please almost everybody. With a little something for everyone along with warm ambiance, it’s a great spot for a date or catching up with friends. But with desserts this amazing, getting through your meal is the best part. Don’t miss out on unique gems like the soft pretzel bread pudding which will have you wishing you started your meal at the end.
6. Basil’s Makes Thai Chic
Basil Thai Cuisine
210 N Church St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 332-7212
Yelp: 4 stars, 295 reviews
Contemporary Thai cuisine in a great atmosphere is what you’ll find when you come to Basil. It’s definitely not the cheapest Thai you can find in Charlotte, but you get what you pay for. And what you’re paying for is brilliant combinations of fresh ingredients and flavors, making Thai food chic.
7. Brace Yourself For The New Face Of Sushi At The Cowfish
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
4310 Sharon Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 365-1922
Yelp: 4 stars, 861 reviews
The best sushi spot in Charlotte also happens to be pretty innovative. Where else can you find your favorite roll alongside crab Rangoon dip, blackened ahi tuna tacos, and “big squeal” burgers? Whatever you choose, make sure your table includes the Taste Explosion roll, which is surely unlike any other roll you’ve ever tried.
8. Discover The Chili Dog You Never Knew You Were Missing Out On
Chili Man
S Tryon
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 806-9941
Yelp: 5 stars, 47 reviews
Are you in for a life changer today? Then head to Uptown and order yourself the Life Changer chili dog, handcrafted by Vic, chili dog maker extraordinaire. This might be just a hot dog stand from the looks of it, but really it’s the place to get the best hot dogs in all of Charlotte from one of the friendliest guys around.
9. Fresh Food And Chill Ambiance At The Fig Tree
The Fig Tree
1601 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 332-3322
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 159 reviews
Seasonal menus reflect the freshest and most local ingredients used to handcraft the immaculately plated food at The Fig Tree Restaurant. You’ll undoubtedly enjoy anything you order here, but if you’re looking for some guidance, start with the scallops, go with the special that your server will discuss with you, and end with the beignets and coffee gelato with cinnamon anglaise.
10. You Don’t Have To Ask To Pass The Salt At Paco’s
Paco’s Tacos & Tequila
6401 Morrison Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 716-8226
Yelp: 4 stars, 256 reviews
There are two kinds of people in this world: People who love tacos and dead people. Since you’re reading this, lucky you, you’re in good company with the living. That’s why you should be at Paco’s for the best tacos and margaritas in Charlotte.
11. Unlock Your Inner Earth Child At Halcyon
Halcyon, Flavors of the Earth
500 S Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 910-0865
Yelp: 4 stars, 189 reviews
With a name like Halcyon, Flavors of the Earth, you might envision a restaurant that serves fig granola and unicorn tears from lily pads. But think again. Halcyon is super chic, serving upscale seasonal menus using only the best ingredients from local artisanal farms, cheese makers, and wineries. Located at the entrance of the Mint Museum with an outdoor space featuring amazing views of the city, this ethereal Charlotte gem serves healthful food that tastes and feels more like a dream than just another restaurant.
12. Calling It Good Is An Understatement, But ‘Good Food On Montford’ Did It First
Good Food On Montford
1701 Montford Dr
Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 525-0881
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 288 reviews
With a name as simplistically bold as Good Food on Montford, the food better be more than promised. It better be exceptional. Luckily, they deliver beyond expectation which is why this relatively new spot in South Park has made such a big name for itself so fast. The BAOs are the real star here, featuring perfectly fatty and delicious meats such as spicy Korean beef and pork belly, making it hard to question where they came up with their name.
13. Pure Pizza Is Like Crack To Health Food Junkies
Pure Pizza
224 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(980) 207-0037
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 155 reviews
If you prefer eating a healthful diet that is also environmentally and sustainably conscious but just can’t seem to get those visions of pizza from dancing in your head, then Pure Pizza is where you need to be. Super fresh with no artificial ingredients, just salt-of-the-earth goodness and lots of love for your belly and your soul.
14. Capriccio’s Has The Traditional Pizza That Stands Out From The Rest
Capriccio Italian Restaurant
9611 Brookdale Dr
Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 596-5454
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 39 reviews
For you traditional pizza lovers, there’s Capriccio’s Italian restaurant just for you. Charlotte doesn’t have a shortage of decent pizza, but Capriccio’s stands out as one of the best in town. With consistently perfect crusts and a variety of pies to choose from including traditional to buffalo chicken, there’s something for every pizza lover here to indulge in.
15. To Find True Bliss, Go Where The Crepes Are At Hazelnuts
Hazelnuts Creperie
200 S Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 910-0782
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 140 reviews
Don’t worry, sugar lovers, I couldn’t forget you. If you haven’t made time to visit Hazelnuts Creperie in Uptown, I don’t know what you’ve been waiting for but the time to hesitate is officially through, a la Jim Morrison. With the best crepes in Charlotte in every fashion imaginable, this quaint café is perfect for brunch or whenever you just need to give into your sweet tooth.
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