Discover the Flavorful Side of Charlotte with These Top 10 Restaurants

As one of the fastestgrowing cities in America, Charlotte is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and thriving culinary scene. The citys rich history and diverse cultural influences are reflected in its innovative restaurants where youll find everything from classic Southern comfort food to international cuisine.

To help guide you on your culinary adventure, weve compiled a list of the top 10 restaurants that highlight the culturally welcoming, innovative, beautiful, and exciting nature of people who live in Charlotte.

1. Kindred (131 Main St #4), located just outside downtown Davidson, is a familyowned restaurant famous for their delicious oysters. With an everchanging menu featuring seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors, Kindred offers gourmet dishes like roasted bone marrow with shallot jam or dryaged ribeye with chimichurri sauce.

2. Haberdish (3106 N. Davidson St) serves up mouthwatering fried chicken paired with classic Southern sides like mac n cheese and collard greens. Featuring vintage decor inspired by grandmas house plus craft cocktails served in mason jars make this NoDa spot not only delicious but Instagramworthy too!

3. If youre looking for an authentic French experience without leaving Charlotte try Aix En Provence (545B Providence Rd.) This cozy bistro features handcrafted cocktails like Le Bijou Rouge made from Lillet Blanc Vermouth that perfectly compliments traditional escargot with garlic butter or steak frites topped off by Creme Brulee dessert.

4.The Fig Tree Restaurant (1601 E 7th St.), housed in a beautifully renovated old home near Uptown Park provides sophisticated dining as well as privatedining options under antique chandeliers which highlight dishes featuring locallysourced produce including duck confit poutine fries to trufflecrusted rack of lamb.

5.Dim sum lovers should head to The Dumpling Lady (9116 PinevilleMatthews Rd #920), for authentic Chinese small plates like panfried pork buns, wontons in a spicy sesame sauce or mushroom dumplings with truffle oil. This spot also offers traditional dishes such as chicken feet and tripe for those more adventurous eaters.

6.For innovative Latin cuisine head over to Habaneros Modern Taco Bar(2900 Wilkinson Blvd) where they offer creative fusion tacos blending together flavors from European and Mexican cuisines like the Greekinspired lamb shoulder taco with pickled red cabbage and tzatziki or the vegetarianfriendly hibiscus root taco in jicama tortillas.

7.Located inside an industrial building turned into a gastropub; Rhino Market & Deli is one of Charlottes most unique places (1500 W Morehead St). Together with their prime deli sandwiches famous housemade charcuterie boards, craft beer on tap make this bustling spot great for lunchtime cravings but equally perfect for late night snacks.

8.Papi Queso (1300 Camden Rd #300) serves grilled cheese lovers by offering meltinyourmouth sandwiches featuring gourmet cheeses from American cheddar to gruyere plus additions such as short rib meat or fried green tomatoes. Dont miss out on tater tots topped off with queso either!

9.Captain Steves Seafood Restaurant (8517 Monroe Road), located in southeast Charlotte is an unassuming seafood restaurant beloved by locals that serve up fresh crab legs and snapper fillets cooked creolestyle spiced until blackened are some of their best offerings. Be sure to save room for Key Lime Pie which will be well worth it.

10.Tea enthusiasts should visit The Daily Press CLT (230 Tryon St Suite 101B ) serving freshbaked pastries alongside hot brewed coffee beverages however what makes them really stand out is their unique selection of teas sourced from all over the world. For something special try their signature drink, Tokyo Rose with hints of rose petal and raspberry.

These ten restaurants are just a taste of the rich culinary landscape that Charlotte has to offer. As you explore this vibrant city, be sure to indulge in these delicious spots and discover your favorite hidden gems for yourself!

Websites:

www.kindreddavidson.com

haberdish.com

aixenprovenceclt.com

www.charlottefigtree.com/

The Dumpling Lady on Facebook @TheDumplingLadyCLT

Habaneros Modern Taco Bar on Instagram @habanerosclt

rhinomarketanddeli.com

www.papiquesofoodtruck.com/

captainstevesseafood.net/

thedailypressclt.square.site/