Absolutely delicious and unique Mediterranean dishes with a fun and slinky vibe!
Chapter Six | Western Mediterranean | 2151 Hawkins Street, Charlotte, NC, USA
Fine dining at its best, and such a cute and cozy historic Charlotte house atmosphere
The Fig Tree Restaurant - Charlotte, NC Fine Dining
Hip italian restaurant with great pasta right next to the light rail
Charlotte | Hours + Location | Indaco | Regional Italian Restaurants in Charleston, SC, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA and Greenville, SC from The Indigo Road
Super upscale sushi restaurant, with immaculate vibes
Hours & Location | O-Ku Sushi in the USA
Freshest sushi in town… my personal fave!
PrimeFish Charlotte
Absolutely beautiful setting on Lake Wylie, with upscale seafood and steak dishes.
Drift on Lake Wylie
Immaculate vibes, superb food. Be sure to come with a large group to share everything!
Supperland
An absolute gem! Outstanding food, cocktails and service!
Peppervine
Not technically in Charlotte, but close enough! Such a cool spot in an old movie theatre. Pro-tip: ask to be seated upstairs to get the best view and ambiance.
Webb Custom Kitchen – Upscale Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant in Gastonia, NC
LOVE Stagioni for delicious Italian food and a romantic ambience!
Stagioni | An MRG* Restaurant
A really special spot for a fine-dining experience.
L'Ostrica
The menus are written based on the seasons! A very intimate spot.
Restaurant Constance | Discover Local Flavors Today
This upscale spot offers a variety of delicious cuisine, including pasta and grilled meats.
Albertine Restaurant in Charlotte, NC
Coffee
They really care about their beans!
Waterbean Coffee
The friendliest baristas around, with some delicious brews and scrumptious eats
Backyard Brew | Fresh Coffee & Tea
Honestly my favorite cup of coffee in the city: vanilla latte.
Not Just Coffee
The nicest folks in town, and some seriously decent coffee!
Bitty & Beau's Coffee
Really nice vibes and delicious coffee drinks.
Summit Coffee South Park
Such a cute place! With some delicious sweet treats too.
Littl Madeleine
Their coffee is one of my favorites in the Ballantyne area. Some yummy pastries too!
Fly Kid Fly
An inclusive coffee shop with the friendliest people and great coffee!
Bitty & Beau's Coffee | The Original Inclusive Coffee Shop
This one is in Matthews, but it's such a great spot! The coffee is delish and they have lots of room to sit, work, and even a little kids play area inside.
Brakeman's Coffee & Supply
Sweets and Treats
All things sweet and dessert-y!
OMG best gelato in town. Also offering coffee, chocolates and alcoholic beverages
Truly yummy ice cream with unique milkshakes and sundaes. Pro-tip: they also sell toys the kids love!
Carolina Scoops
This should be your go-to for vegan ice cream! Such unique flavors.
Seemingly Overzealous Ice Cream
Choose your popsicles and add in whatever toppings you like! Vegan options as well.
Morelia Ice Cream Paletas - Fort Mill
Artisanal ice cream right in the heart of south end Charlotte!
Golden Cow Creamery - Charlotte
The very first ice cream shop I tried in Charlotte. Absolutely iconic! Cookie Monster is always a favorite.
Two Scoops Creamery Plaza Midwood
The most delicious VEGAN donuts I've ever had! They also have regular donuts and gf/vg donuts as well. A super nice italian couple owns it so they also sell gelato and delicious coffee. MUST TRY!
Sugar Donuts
An absolute Pineville staple! The og glazed and apple fritters are to die for. they also fill up the bag with their incredible donut holes. Don't miss if you love donuts!
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Healthy Stops
A quick and yummy favorite of mine! Create your own or choose from their curated menu.
Mahana Fresh | Health Food Restaurant In US
Something for everyone! Such fresh and delicious dishes, and you wont leave feeling guilty! Pro-tip: grab their vegan chocolate pudding before you leave!
Charlotte (Ballantyne), NC | Flower Child
Kid-Friendly
Pizza, wings, even gluten-free options. The pineville location has an arcade the kids love while we wait for our food!
Empire Pizza & Bar - Pineville
Super-fun food hall with lots of options and grassy area for kids to run around outside.
Optimist Hall | Charlotte's Premier Food Hall | 1115 North Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC, USA
Dinner stops
Some of the best Chinese food in Charlotte! This is a must-go.
Sun's Kitchen 老孫家
Do not miss this pizza place! This is my favorite in the city. Must-try: the pistachio pesto!
Inizio Pizza Napoletana
A staple in the Dilworth area! Delicious mediterranean eats and small plates.
Charlotte, NC | Kid Cashew Wood Fire Grill
A craft pasta joint that also offers a ton of craft cocktails!
Spaghett
Three words: Fresh. Hand-made. Pasta!
Flour Shop | Charlotte Restaurant
Chef-driven restaurant that focuses on local ingredients creating one of a kind dishes.
