The best restaurants in Cabarrus County

44 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Sakura Sushi

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When the roll craving hits, Sakura Sushi delivers with an all you can eat lineup plus a deep menu of maki and hand rolls, fresh sushi and…

8455 Pit Stop Ct NW #105 (Concord)

When the roll craving hits, Sakura Sushi delivers with an all you can eat lineup plus a deep menu of maki and hand rolls, fresh sushi and sashimi, chef special rolls, crispy kitchen apps, soups, salads, and fried rice that turns any weeknight this week into a tiny celebration.

From the Cabarrus County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Chef Frank brings Bari-born chops to a scratch kitchen turning out legit pies, saucy pastas, and garlic knots you swore you’d share.…

4995 Weddington Rd (Concord)

Chef Frank brings Bari-born chops to a scratch kitchen turning out legit pies, saucy pastas, and garlic knots you swore you’d share. Desserts are made in-house, the wine and cocktails are dialed, and they’ll even cater your next shindig. Put Nonnas Italian Restaurant & Pizza back on the weeknight rotation.

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Mykonos Grill

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When you need real-deal grilled flavors without overthinking dinner, Mykonos Grill delivers souvlaki, gyros, and other Mediterranean…

570 Lake Concord Rd NE (Concord)

When you need real-deal grilled flavors without overthinking dinner, Mykonos Grill delivers souvlaki, gyros, and other Mediterranean staples made with fresh ingredients and good olive oil. It’s the kind of simple, satisfying plate that keeps Salisbury running, and perfect for a low-stress, high-flavor night this week.

From the Salisbury newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Restaurant and brewpub offering an elevated take on bar food, plus an array of beer offerings, and live entertainment.

165 Brumley Ave NE Ste 3001 (Concord)

Restaurant and brewpub offering an elevated take on bar food, plus an array of beer offerings, and live entertainment.

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Italian cuisine served in earthy, polished white-tablecloth setting with multiple seating options.

325 McGill Ave NW (Concord)

Italian cuisine served in earthy, polished white-tablecloth setting with multiple seating options.

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Afton Tavern

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Casual American eats, cocktails & beer, plus a kids' menu, served in a congenial pub with a patio.

355 John Galt Way NW (Concord)

Casual American eats, cocktails & beer, plus a kids' menu, served in a congenial pub with a patio.

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Relaxed pizzeria chain serving NY-style hand-tossed pies, plus pasta & sandwiches.

9900 Poplar Tent Rd #170 (Concord)

Relaxed pizzeria chain serving NY-style hand-tossed pies, plus pasta & sandwiches.

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Local chain with New Orleans flavor serving bayou-inspired fare in a festive setting.

8011 Concord Mills Boulevard (Concord)

Local chain with New Orleans flavor serving bayou-inspired fare in a festive setting.

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2 Gals Kitchen

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Quaint cafe preparing homemade sandwiches & salads, plus original baked goods & gluten-free options.

80 Union St S (Concord)

Quaint cafe preparing homemade sandwiches & salads, plus original baked goods & gluten-free options.

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This relaxed hibachi spot also offers lunch & kids' menus in a shopping center setting.

970 Branchview Dr NE (Concord)

This relaxed hibachi spot also offers lunch & kids' menus in a shopping center setting.

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A menu focused on sushi & classic Thai dishes & cocktails in a rustic setting with patio seating.

1048 Copperfield Blvd NE #115 (Concord)

A menu focused on sushi & classic Thai dishes & cocktails in a rustic setting with patio seating.

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Mac's Speed Shop

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Local restaurant & bar chain serving BBQ, burgers, wings, Southern fare & more, plus numerous beers.

8021 Concord Mills Boulevard (Concord)

Local restaurant & bar chain serving BBQ, burgers, wings, Southern fare & more, plus numerous beers.

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The Sweet Spot

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Breakfast restaurant serving classic fare such as pancakes, crepes, and eggs Benedict in a laid-back setting.

10050 Edison Square Dr NW (Concord)

Breakfast restaurant serving classic fare such as pancakes, crepes, and eggs Benedict in a laid-back setting.

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

7900 Lyles Ln NW (Concord)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

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Wasabi Cafe

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Low-key Pan-Asian eatery offering a broad menu of sushi, Japanese entrees & Thai curries.

845 Church St N (Concord)

Low-key Pan-Asian eatery offering a broad menu of sushi, Japanese entrees & Thai curries.

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What-A-Burger

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Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

34 Church St S (Concord)

Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

8507 Concord Mills Boulevard (Concord)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Southern, casual eatery serving breakfast and lunch staples such as pancakes and waffles as well as burgers.

1170 Copperfield Blvd NE (Concord)

Southern, casual eatery serving breakfast and lunch staples such as pancakes and waffles as well as burgers.

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Asian Cafe

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Comfy bar/eatery serving sushi & other Japanese, Thai, Chinese & Vietnamese fare.

6161 Bayfield Pkwy (Concord)

Comfy bar/eatery serving sushi & other Japanese, Thai, Chinese & Vietnamese fare.

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Down-home spot with a train theme, specializing in Carolina barbecue.

755 Pitts School Rd NW (Concord)

Down-home spot with a train theme, specializing in Carolina barbecue.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

1584 Concord Pkwy N (Concord)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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THE SMOKE PIT

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Country-style eatery serving BBQ ribs, brisket & pulled pork, plus wings & Southern sides.

796 Concord Pkwy N (Concord)

Country-style eatery serving BBQ ribs, brisket & pulled pork, plus wings & Southern sides.

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Twin Peaks

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Sports-bar chain known for its waitresses, serving American comfort food in lodgelike surroundings.

8601 Concord Mills Boulevard (Concord)

Sports-bar chain known for its waitresses, serving American comfort food in lodgelike surroundings.

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Burgers, sandwiches & other American staples doled out in a simple, snug space with counter service.

5303 Poplar Tent Rd #250 (Concord)

Burgers, sandwiches & other American staples doled out in a simple, snug space with counter service.

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Simple counter-service spot serving New York-style pizza & casual Italian dishes, plus Italian ices.

5303 Poplar Tent Rd unit 130 (Concord)

Simple counter-service spot serving New York-style pizza & casual Italian dishes, plus Italian ices.

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Locally sourced food hall offering a variety of restaurants and a coffee shop, plus seating.

Bldg. 200, 305 McGill Ave NW (Concord)

Locally sourced food hall offering a variety of restaurants and a coffee shop, plus seating.

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Casual local chain with brick-oven, NYC-style pizzas & pastas, plus gluten-free options.

929 Concord Pkwy S (Concord)

Casual local chain with brick-oven, NYC-style pizzas & pastas, plus gluten-free options.

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Casual place serving burgers, sandwiches (the pork-loin version, for one), seafood, grits and salads in a trendy atmosphere.

6189 Bayfield Pkwy (Concord)

Casual place serving burgers, sandwiches (the pork-loin version, for one), seafood, grits and salads in a trendy atmosphere.

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Famous Toastery

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Comfortable setting for classic & creative takes on American breakfast, brunch & lunch dishes.

8680 Concord Mills Boulevard #10 (Concord)

Comfortable setting for classic & creative takes on American breakfast, brunch & lunch dishes.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

289 George Bay Ct (Concord)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Casual, family-friendly eatery focusing on barbecue classics such as brisket and pulled pork as well as burgers.

8335 W Franklin St (Mt Pleasant)

Casual, family-friendly eatery focusing on barbecue classics such as brisket and pulled pork as well as burgers.

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Sonny's BBQ

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Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

7820 Lyles Ln NW (Concord)

Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

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Brunch eatery specializing in corn beef hash, pancakes, and shrimp and grits, plus eggs.

156 Green St SW (Concord)

Brunch eatery specializing in corn beef hash, pancakes, and shrimp and grits, plus eggs.

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Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.

7791 Gateway Ln NW (Concord)

Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.

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Informal restaurant with some outdoor seating offering calzones, pizza, pasta & other Italian fare.

349 A Copperfield Blvd NE (Concord)

Informal restaurant with some outdoor seating offering calzones, pizza, pasta & other Italian fare.

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Cozy setting for Cuban coffee, sandwiches, entrees & sides plus flan or tres leches for dessert.

11 Union St S Suite, 108 (Concord)

Cozy setting for Cuban coffee, sandwiches, entrees & sides plus flan or tres leches for dessert.

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Benny DaCorsa's

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Casual, trendy eatery known for its huge pizza pies (28-inchers are commonplace) and slices.

30 Church St S (Concord)

Casual, trendy eatery known for its huge pizza pies (28-inchers are commonplace) and slices.

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Relaxed eatery dishing up burgers (including several goat-based options) and pulled pork sandwiches, plus fried chicken and hot dogs.

3709 Concord Pkwy S (Concord)

Relaxed eatery dishing up burgers (including several goat-based options) and pulled pork sandwiches, plus fried chicken and hot dogs.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

7801 Gateway Ln NW (Concord)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Isabela's Pizza

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NY-style pie, pasta and wings are served up at this family-owned joint.

970 Branchview Dr NE Ste 240 (Concord)

NY-style pie, pasta and wings are served up at this family-owned joint.

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Contemporary place serving sushi, dim sum, noodles & Chinese & other Asian mains, with martinis.

360 Exchange St NW #110 (Concord)

Contemporary place serving sushi, dim sum, noodles & Chinese & other Asian mains, with martinis.

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Casual Italian venue offering pizzas, pasta dishes, subs & a kids' menu in comfy digs with a patio.

5380 Village Dr NW (Concord)

Casual Italian venue offering pizzas, pasta dishes, subs & a kids' menu in comfy digs with a patio.

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Friendly deli featuring sandwiches with various sauces served on fresh bread, as well as salads.

1096 Concord Pkwy N #7 (Concord)

Friendly deli featuring sandwiches with various sauces served on fresh bread, as well as salads.

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New York-style pizzeria offering a variety of pies, as well as pasta, wings and chicken dishes.

25 Union St N (Concord)

New York-style pizzeria offering a variety of pies, as well as pasta, wings and chicken dishes.

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