The best restaurants in Huntersville

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

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Part of a chain featuring pizza from a wood-fired brick oven, plus sandwiches & craft beers.

2405 Herrons Nest Pl NW #100 (Concord)

Part of a chain featuring pizza from a wood-fired brick oven, plus sandwiches & craft beers.

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Due Amici Pizza

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Counter-serve spot known for its NYC-style pies & slices offers other Italian staples such as pasta.

5346 Docia Crossing Rd Ste 5346C (Charlotte)

Counter-serve spot known for its NYC-style pies & slices offers other Italian staples such as pasta.

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BACHI

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Casual restaurant serving hibachi-grilled dishes, sushi and popular Filipino fare.

2700 W Mallard Creek Church Rd #200 (Charlotte)

Casual restaurant serving hibachi-grilled dishes, sushi and popular Filipino fare.

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Local chain serving a menu of classic Mexican dishes, plus burgers & steaks, in a relaxed space.

7340 Smith Corners Blvd (Charlotte)

Local chain serving a menu of classic Mexican dishes, plus burgers & steaks, in a relaxed space.

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Peninsula Prime

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Bar & grill with a comfortable atmosphere serving innovative drinks & upscale American fare.

19918 N Cove Rd (Cornelius)

Bar & grill with a comfortable atmosphere serving innovative drinks & upscale American fare.

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Contemporary eatery serving street food from various Latin American countries, with daily specials.

14230 Reese Blvd

Contemporary eatery serving street food from various Latin American countries, with daily specials.

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Casual eatery offering sushi, hibachi favorites and fried cream cheese stickers, plus a drive-thru.

11004 Renaissance Dr (Davidson)

Casual eatery offering sushi, hibachi favorites and fried cream cheese stickers, plus a drive-thru.

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All-you-can-eat eatery featuring sushi and hibachi dishes, with a lunch buffet.

10012 Benfield Rd Ste 300 (Charlotte)

All-you-can-eat eatery featuring sushi and hibachi dishes, with a lunch buffet.

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P.F. Chang's

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Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

10325 Perimeter Pkwy (Charlotte)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

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Casual eatery featuring tacos (and burritos) along with tortas and other traditional Mexican fare.

7601 Old Statesville Rd (Charlotte)

Casual eatery featuring tacos (and burritos) along with tortas and other traditional Mexican fare.

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Poke Bros.

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Informal eatery serving bowls of fresh seafood (tuna and salmon in particular) with a variety of toppings and sauces.

9818 Gilead Rd suite b-104

Informal eatery serving bowls of fresh seafood (tuna and salmon in particular) with a variety of toppings and sauces.

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

8400 Old Statesville Rd (Charlotte)

Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

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Casual Japanese eatery in a strip mall preparing an array of raw & cooked sushi, plus grilled meals.

9739 Northlake Centre Pkwy J (Charlotte)

Casual Japanese eatery in a strip mall preparing an array of raw & cooked sushi, plus grilled meals.

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Italian eats like New York-style pies (slices too) plus craft beer in laid-back digs with a patio.

5814 Highland Shoppes Dr (Charlotte)

Italian eats like New York-style pies (slices too) plus craft beer in laid-back digs with a patio.

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Waterbean Coffee

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Cozy spot for lattes, croissants, muffins and other treats, plus beer and wine options.

9705 Sam Furr Rd Ste a

Cozy spot for lattes, croissants, muffins and other treats, plus beer and wine options.

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Comfy, family-owned place with TVs & outdoor seating doling out sizable portions of Mexican staples.

3507 David Cox Rd b (Charlotte)

Comfy, family-owned place with TVs & outdoor seating doling out sizable portions of Mexican staples.

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Longtime counter serve providing generous plates of standard Mexican fare in an unpretentious space.

613 E Sprague St (Winston-Salem)

Longtime counter serve providing generous plates of standard Mexican fare in an unpretentious space.

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Counter-serve seafood restaurant specializing in fried fish plates in a comfy setting.

108 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr (Winston-Salem)

Counter-serve seafood restaurant specializing in fried fish plates in a comfy setting.

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Mozelle's

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Refined Southern cuisine & diverse wines presented in airy, bright environs with a covered patio.

878 W 4th St (Winston-Salem)

Refined Southern cuisine & diverse wines presented in airy, bright environs with a covered patio.

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Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

3103 Peters Creek Pkwy (Winston-Salem)

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

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Entertaining teppanyaki chefs prepare meat & seafood to accompany a long list of sashimi & rolls.

1111 Salisbury Ridge Rd (Winston-Salem)

Entertaining teppanyaki chefs prepare meat & seafood to accompany a long list of sashimi & rolls.

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Craving real churrasco, Charlotte? X Brazilian Steakhouse is serving authentic Brazilian barbecue with premium cuts fire-grilled the…

1605 Galleria Blvd #100 (Charlotte)

Craving real churrasco, Charlotte? X Brazilian Steakhouse is serving authentic Brazilian barbecue with premium cuts fire-grilled the Brazilian way. Go rodizio and let the meats keep coming or build a plate from the buffet by the pound, then roll home happy and call it meal prep.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Craving an easy weeknight upgrade? LakeHouse Wine Bar & Grill serves steaks, seafood, house‑made pasta, and in‑house desserts alongside…

18665 Harborside Dr (Cornelius) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Craving an easy weeknight upgrade? LakeHouse Wine Bar & Grill serves steaks, seafood, house‑made pasta, and in‑house desserts alongside wine and craft cocktails, all with year‑round Lake Norman views... the kind that make you linger and text friends to join.

From the Lake Norman newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Craving classic Japanese flavors plus a roll or two to mix it up? Musashi Japanese Restaurant has lunch and dinner menus and a sushi…

10110 Johnston Rd (Charlotte)

Craving classic Japanese flavors plus a roll or two to mix it up? Musashi Japanese Restaurant has lunch and dinner menus and a sushi lineup, so you can keep it simple or try something new... perfect excuse to make this week’s meal plans a little happier.

From the Gastonia newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Supperland

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Supperland turns a restored mid-century church into a Southern steakhouse with cheeky church potluck vibes, spread across two buildings…

1212 The Plaza (Charlotte)

Supperland turns a restored mid-century church into a Southern steakhouse with cheeky church potluck vibes, spread across two buildings with a lively garden, the Bar at Supperland, and a speakeasy below the Bar building.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Craving a legit sushi binge that doesn't feel like a dare? Sushi Taku in South End does all-you-can-eat with nigiri, solid rolls, and…

1300 South Blvd Ste 101s (Charlotte)

Craving a legit sushi binge that doesn't feel like a dare? Sushi Taku in South End does all-you-can-eat with nigiri, solid rolls, and seafood dishes made with fresh ingredients. Rally a friend, pace yourself, and make this your midweek power move.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 8, 2026

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

8948 J M Keynes Dr #420 (Charlotte)

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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This casual roadside stop for sandwiches & other diner staples is open past midnight 6 days a week.

4429 Central Ave (Charlotte)

This casual roadside stop for sandwiches & other diner staples is open past midnight 6 days a week.

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S&K Funnel Cakes, LLC is a Huntersville-based, purpose-driven mobile crew turning out hot, powdered-sugar happiness for Lake Norman…

Robert St

S&K Funnel Cakes, LLC is a Huntersville-based, purpose-driven mobile crew turning out hot, powdered-sugar happiness for Lake Norman gatherings this week. Book them when you want your block to smell like the fair, then let those crispy edges and soft centers spark easy conversation and big smiles.

From the Lake Norman newsletter, August 14, 2026

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The Teal Turnip

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Small plates, cocktails, and chef's table experiences feature at this farm-to-table restaurant.

1640 Oakhurst Commons Dr Ste 105 (Charlotte)

Small plates, cocktails, and chef's table experiences feature at this farm-to-table restaurant.

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The Public House

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Casual bar offering small plates and entrees alongside a wide selection of beers and cocktails.

300 S Brevard St (Charlotte)

Casual bar offering small plates and entrees alongside a wide selection of beers and cocktails.

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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.

19601 Liverpool Pkwy (Cornelius)

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

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Johnny Burrito

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Quick-serve lunch counter serving burritos & nacho salads, plus tamales on Fridays, in basic digs.

301 S Tryon St (Charlotte)

Quick-serve lunch counter serving burritos & nacho salads, plus tamales on Fridays, in basic digs.

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Comet Grill

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Hosting bands nightly, this laid-back watering hole serves burgers, sandwiches, salads & wings.

2224 Park Rd (Charlotte)

Hosting bands nightly, this laid-back watering hole serves burgers, sandwiches, salads & wings.

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Chima Steakhouse

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Gauchos deliver all-you-can-eat meats at this modern-looking Brazilian eatery with a salad bar.

139 S Tryon St (Charlotte)

Gauchos deliver all-you-can-eat meats at this modern-looking Brazilian eatery with a salad bar.

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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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Exclusive, 6-seater sushi bar featuring omakase menus plus sake and wine pairings.

2907 Providence Rd Ste 101 (Charlotte)

Exclusive, 6-seater sushi bar featuring omakase menus plus sake and wine pairings.

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

16408 Northcross Dr

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

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Hangout with burgers & lots of chicken wings in a casual space with live music & sports on TV.

10403 Park Rd (Charlotte)

Hangout with burgers & lots of chicken wings in a casual space with live music & sports on TV.

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Condado Tacos

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Build-your-own tacos are the specialty at this casual restaurant offering a variety of proteins and sauces.

1536 Camden Rd #107 (Charlotte)

Build-your-own tacos are the specialty at this casual restaurant offering a variety of proteins and sauces.

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Prime steaks, homemade pasta, and other classic fare in a rustic setting with a robust wine list and cocktails.

128 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave (Charlotte)

Prime steaks, homemade pasta, and other classic fare in a rustic setting with a robust wine list and cocktails.

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Low-key restaurant with outdoor tables fixing up chicken wings, pizzas, sandwiches & pasta dishes.

8142 Mt Holly-Huntersville Rd C (Charlotte)

Low-key restaurant with outdoor tables fixing up chicken wings, pizzas, sandwiches & pasta dishes.

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Osteria LuCa

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Pizzas, pastas, and seafood at this Italian eatery with a casual atmosphere.

4127 Park Rd (Charlotte)

Pizzas, pastas, and seafood at this Italian eatery with a casual atmosphere.

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Counter-serve chain eatery known for its chicken wings and offering sandwiches and sides.

2910 Mt Holly-Huntersville Rd (Charlotte)

Counter-serve chain eatery known for its chicken wings and offering sandwiches and sides.

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BARREL & FORK

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If your week needs a little melody, Barrel & Fork plates seasonal New American with a sultry low-country, coastal vibe and cocktails…

20517 N Main St (Cornelius)

If your week needs a little melody, Barrel & Fork plates seasonal New American with a sultry low-country, coastal vibe and cocktails dreamed up by bartenders who act like chemists. Settle in for bourbon, wine, and the kind of chicken and waffles that make you suspicious of every other version in town.

From the Lake Norman newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Oak Steakhouse

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Locally sourced premium steaks & a menu of American plates that changes with the seasons.

4777 Sharon Rd (Charlotte)

Locally sourced premium steaks & a menu of American plates that changes with the seasons.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

15425 Hodges Cir

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Casual restaurant dishing up Japanese fare including hibachi specialties cooked tableside.

20465 Chartwell Center Dr (Cornelius)

Casual restaurant dishing up Japanese fare including hibachi specialties cooked tableside.

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Rocky's Pizza

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Straightforward counter-serve pizzeria preparing thin-crust pies, plus subs & paninis.

10310 Wilmington St

Straightforward counter-serve pizzeria preparing thin-crust pies, plus subs & paninis.

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Casual restaurant turning out hot subs, wraps, and chicken wings, including halal options.

6200 Albemarle Rd (Charlotte)

Casual restaurant turning out hot subs, wraps, and chicken wings, including halal options.

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Straightforward, compact pizza joint serving up traditional pies, pasta & sandwiches at the counter.

14132 Statesville Rd Ste A

Straightforward, compact pizza joint serving up traditional pies, pasta & sandwiches at the counter.

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Catalú

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Upscale eatery serving paella and other traditional tapas dishes, plus cocktails and wine.

135 New Bern St (Charlotte)

Upscale eatery serving paella and other traditional tapas dishes, plus cocktails and wine.

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Tacos El Gordo

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Casual food truck doling out tacos, tortas, and other Mexican street eats.

16600 NC-73

Casual food truck doling out tacos, tortas, and other Mexican street eats.

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Rustic, casual, family-run spot offering BBQ & other comfort food plus weekly drink specials.

4630 Old Pineville Rd (Charlotte)

Rustic, casual, family-run spot offering BBQ & other comfort food plus weekly drink specials.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

16641 Birkdale Commons Pkwy Ste 240

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Lang Van

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Vietnamese specialties from noodles to soup headline at this simple eatery that also delivers.

3019 Shamrock Dr (Charlotte)

Vietnamese specialties from noodles to soup headline at this simple eatery that also delivers.

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Relaxed eatery specializing in noodles and sushi rolls, plus hibachi.

9709 Sam Furr Rd A

Relaxed eatery specializing in noodles and sushi rolls, plus hibachi.

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Phat Burrito

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Counter-service outpost serving Southwestern-style Mexican basics in funky, colorful quarters.

3543 Dewitt Ln (Charlotte)

Counter-service outpost serving Southwestern-style Mexican basics in funky, colorful quarters.

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Customers can build their own pizzas & salads, assembly-line style, at this family-friendly chain.

10109 Northcross Center Ct #150

Customers can build their own pizzas & salads, assembly-line style, at this family-friendly chain.

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The Horseshoe

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Local sports bar with a large selection of beer and cocktails, and bar bites, plus trivia nights and an outdoor patio.

1515 S Mint St # B (Charlotte)

Local sports bar with a large selection of beer and cocktails, and bar bites, plus trivia nights and an outdoor patio.

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Steakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.

1928 South Blvd #200 (Charlotte)

Steakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.

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Casual, kid-friendly eatery serving Buffalo-style wings and fried chicken, along with burgers, Philly cheesesteaks and subs.

400 S Tryon St Suit R2 (Charlotte)

Casual, kid-friendly eatery serving Buffalo-style wings and fried chicken, along with burgers, Philly cheesesteaks and subs.

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Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

210 E Trade St B234 (Charlotte)

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

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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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Polished but laid-back American restaurant featuring ample outdoor seating & a diverse wine list.

8712 Lindholm Dr

Polished but laid-back American restaurant featuring ample outdoor seating & a diverse wine list.

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Steak 48

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High-end steakhouse serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern venue.

4425 Sharon Rd (Charlotte)

High-end steakhouse serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern venue.

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Classic Italian comfort food such as meatballs and homemade mozzarella, served in a casual setting with a full bar.

9825 Sandy Rock Pl (Charlotte)

Classic Italian comfort food such as meatballs and homemade mozzarella, served in a casual setting with a full bar.

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Relaxed restaurant serving 14" slices or 28" whole pies of New York-style pizza, plus beer.

340 W Tremont Ave Ste 120 (Charlotte)

Relaxed restaurant serving 14" slices or 28" whole pies of New York-style pizza, plus beer.

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Hip, buzzy chain serving creative burgers with gourmet toppings, plus hand-cut fries & other sides.

1626 East Blvd (Charlotte)

Hip, buzzy chain serving creative burgers with gourmet toppings, plus hand-cut fries & other sides.

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Restaurant and cocktail bar chain serving creative burgers and salads in a trendy space.

8625-A Lindholm Dr

Restaurant and cocktail bar chain serving creative burgers and salads in a trendy space.

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Bare-bones destination featuring Buffalo, NY, specialties, starting with pizza & chicken wings.

9610 Sherrill Estates Rd B

Bare-bones destination featuring Buffalo, NY, specialties, starting with pizza & chicken wings.

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Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

16633 Birkdale Commons Pkwy

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

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This traditional steakhouse serves high-end steaks & seafood in a candlelit, wood-paneled setting.

4538 South Blvd (Charlotte)

This traditional steakhouse serves high-end steaks & seafood in a candlelit, wood-paneled setting.

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Sushi Star

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Casual sushi restaurant at Rosedale Shopping Center offering specialty rolls and other Japanese fare.

9905 Rose Commons Dr

Casual sushi restaurant at Rosedale Shopping Center offering specialty rolls and other Japanese fare.

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Haberdish

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Stylish Southern kitchen serving craft cocktails, plus comfort food like fried chicken & biscuits.

3106 N Davidson St (Charlotte)

Stylish Southern kitchen serving craft cocktails, plus comfort food like fried chicken & biscuits.

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Luce

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Modern, high-end Northern Italian cuisine served in a sophisticated setting with a patio.

Truist Center, 214 N Tryon St J (Charlotte)

Modern, high-end Northern Italian cuisine served in a sophisticated setting with a patio.

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Pho Van

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Casual restaurant specializing in Vietnamese comfort food, including pho, rice dishes, and banh mi.

5615 South Blvd (Charlotte)

Casual restaurant specializing in Vietnamese comfort food, including pho, rice dishes, and banh mi.

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Las Meras Tortas

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Authentic Mexican eatery serving tacos, tortas, gorditas, tamales and burritos, most prepared to order.

14601 Statesville Rd

Authentic Mexican eatery serving tacos, tortas, gorditas, tamales and burritos, most prepared to order.

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Settle into the renovated farmhouse charm at Hunter House | Circa 1913, where H Bar + Social pours polished craft cocktails and the kitchen…

13811 S Old Statesville Rd

Settle into the renovated farmhouse charm at Hunter House | Circa 1913, where H Bar + Social pours polished craft cocktails and the kitchen leans farm-to-table with Southern-inspired plates that actually taste like home... perfect for a low-key celebration or an easy win after a long week.

From the Lake Norman newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Moo & Brew

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A long list of burgers & craft beer served in a chill space with a patio & sports on TV.

1300 Central Ave (Charlotte)

A long list of burgers & craft beer served in a chill space with a patio & sports on TV.

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Straightforward food truck specializing in classic tacos, burritos & heaping tortas.

16710 Old Statesville Rd

Straightforward food truck specializing in classic tacos, burritos & heaping tortas.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3050 Derita Rd #50 (Concord)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Spice Charlotte

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Upscale dining spot showcasing global cuisine and an elaborate cocktail menu in chic surroundings.

515 Ellis Ln Suite 101 (Charlotte)

Upscale dining spot showcasing global cuisine and an elaborate cocktail menu in chic surroundings.

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Viet-Thai

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Family-owned venue offering familiar Vietnamese dishes, particularly pho, in a casual setting.

8451 Davis Lake Pkwy Ste B#1 (Charlotte)

Family-owned venue offering familiar Vietnamese dishes, particularly pho, in a casual setting.

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Casual pizza parlor serving New York-style slices and pies, plus sandwiches and local beer.

124 Brevard Court (Charlotte)

Casual pizza parlor serving New York-style slices and pies, plus sandwiches and local beer.

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Mama Mia Too

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Familiar Italian meat & pasta dishes are featured at this informal option with a comfy ambiance.

101 N Maxwell Ave

Familiar Italian meat & pasta dishes are featured at this informal option with a comfy ambiance.

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Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting

222 S Tryon St (Charlotte)

Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting

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Casual place offering tapas and comfort food, plus a range of wines, and live music.

8426 Park Rd (Charlotte)

Casual place offering tapas and comfort food, plus a range of wines, and live music.

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Casual eatery frying up Vietnamese classics, including noodle dishes, sandwiches and beef stew.

8200 Providence Rd #700 (Charlotte)

Casual eatery frying up Vietnamese classics, including noodle dishes, sandwiches and beef stew.

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Brick-oven pizza & other rustic Italian fare is served in a dark-wood space with a patio.

2907 Providence Rd Ste 100 (Charlotte)

Brick-oven pizza & other rustic Italian fare is served in a dark-wood space with a patio.

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Counter-serve spot offering a variety of chicken wings plus grilled items, sides, and other comfort food.

3320 Potomac River Pkwy C (Charlotte)

Counter-serve spot offering a variety of chicken wings plus grilled items, sides, and other comfort food.

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Hip restaurant known for its wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, including a popular pistachio pie.

16627 Birkdale Commons Pkwy

Hip restaurant known for its wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, including a popular pistachio pie.

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STIR

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Relaxed, roomy venue offering carefully sourced plates, an extensive cocktail menu & take-out.

1422 S Tryon St Ste 130 (Charlotte)

Relaxed, roomy venue offering carefully sourced plates, an extensive cocktail menu & take-out.

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Ru San's

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Casual Japanese eatery with a large menu including yakitori, creative sushi rolls & seafood.

2440 Park Rd (Charlotte)

Casual Japanese eatery with a large menu including yakitori, creative sushi rolls & seafood.

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Biscuit Belly

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Family-friendly biscuits-focused eatery serving breakfast and brunch dishes such as fried green tomatoes, gravy and pork sausage…

1949 E 7th St Ste 2 (Charlotte)

Family-friendly biscuits-focused eatery serving breakfast and brunch dishes such as fried green tomatoes, gravy and pork sausage sandwiches, plus pancakes and pastries.

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Tony's Pizza

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Casual eatery with oversized NY-style pies & slices, plus Italian subs & red-sauce entrees.

1530 Overland Park Ln #1-104 (Charlotte)

Casual eatery with oversized NY-style pies & slices, plus Italian subs & red-sauce entrees.

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Local pub chain serving BBQ, pizza & burgers, plus numerous beers, in a casual space with TVs.

16609 Statesville Rd

Local pub chain serving BBQ, pizza & burgers, plus numerous beers, in a casual space with TVs.

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Easygoing joint slinging hearty burgers & sandwiches plus ample sides & craft beers.

17015 Kenton Dr (Cornelius)

Easygoing joint slinging hearty burgers & sandwiches plus ample sides & craft beers.

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Artisanal burgers with housemade toppings & other sandwiches are made at this counter-serve outfit.

2001 E 7th St D (Charlotte)

Artisanal burgers with housemade toppings & other sandwiches are made at this counter-serve outfit.

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Generous plates of BBQ & Southern comfort grub are the draw at this time-tested, casual restaurant.

9230 Beatties Ford Rd

Generous plates of BBQ & Southern comfort grub are the draw at this time-tested, casual restaurant.

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Warm and welcoming Spanish tavern serving seasonal small plates, plus Spanish wines.

101 W Worthington Ave Ste 110 (Charlotte)

Warm and welcoming Spanish tavern serving seasonal small plates, plus Spanish wines.

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Relaxed pizza parlor and Italian restaurant known for its meatball sub and garlic knots, plus beer, wine and entrees.

20129 N Main St (Cornelius)

Relaxed pizza parlor and Italian restaurant known for its meatball sub and garlic knots, plus beer, wine and entrees.

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Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

16641 Birkdale Commons Pkwy

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

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Yama Loso

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Japanese restaurant offering small plates and other fare, along with beer, wine, cocktails, and sake.

3535 Dewitt Ln (Charlotte)

Japanese restaurant offering small plates and other fare, along with beer, wine, cocktails, and sake.

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Regional BBQ specialties served up on plates & in sandwiches in a roadhouselike setting.

540 Brandywine Rd (Charlotte)

Regional BBQ specialties served up on plates & in sandwiches in a roadhouselike setting.

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Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.

8908 Lindholm Dr

Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.

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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.

2414 Sandy Porter Rd (Charlotte)

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

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Cocktails, gourmet burgers & more in a trendy room with dark wood, chandeliers & music memorabilia.

201 N Tryon St (Charlotte)

Cocktails, gourmet burgers & more in a trendy room with dark wood, chandeliers & music memorabilia.

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Easy Like Sunday

Restaurants

Easy Like Sunday keeps Charlotte brunch comfy and a little fancy, with locally sourced classics and globally inspired twists like short rib…

1600 E Woodlawn Rd #100 (Charlotte)

Easy Like Sunday keeps Charlotte brunch comfy and a little fancy, with locally sourced classics and globally inspired twists like short rib hash, cornbread pancakes, and shrimp and grits, plus gourmet coffees, mimosas, and crafty cocktails. Treat yourself this week, then pretend it was self-care.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Classic & unconventional sushi, plus Japanese teppanyaki fare & cocktails in colorful, mod environs.

1100E Metropolitan Ave Ste 120 (Charlotte)

Classic & unconventional sushi, plus Japanese teppanyaki fare & cocktails in colorful, mod environs.

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Local American chain serving sandwiches, hot dogs, tacos & cocktails in a casual, offbeat space.

9818 Gilead Rd Ste 101B

Local American chain serving sandwiches, hot dogs, tacos & cocktails in a casual, offbeat space.

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Banh Mi Brothers

Restaurants

Family-owned eatery offering spring rolls & banh mi sandwiches with vegan options in a casual space.

230 E W.T. Harris Blvd Ste a7 (Charlotte)

Family-owned eatery offering spring rolls & banh mi sandwiches with vegan options in a casual space.

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New Zealand Cafe

Restaurants

New Zealand Cafe keeps Charlotte sushi cravings under control with a menu that jumps from fresh sushi to specialty rolls, bento boxes, and…

1717 Sardis Rd N #6-A (Charlotte)

New Zealand Cafe keeps Charlotte sushi cravings under control with a menu that jumps from fresh sushi to specialty rolls, bento boxes, and grill plates, plus a little dessert and wine if you’re feeling extra. Slide in this week, treat yourself to a roll you didn’t know you needed.

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Vibrant establishment serving elevated New American & global cuisine in a stylish, whimsical space.

305 W 4th St (Charlotte)

Vibrant establishment serving elevated New American & global cuisine in a stylish, whimsical space.

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North Italia

Restaurants

Popular chain for Italian plates like pizza and pasta alongside a wine list and cocktails.

8711 Lindholm Dr

Popular chain for Italian plates like pizza and pasta alongside a wine list and cocktails.

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Jack Brown's

Restaurants

Bar chain serving creative burgers & a lengthy list of beers in a casual, funky space.

3220 N Davidson St (Charlotte)

Bar chain serving creative burgers & a lengthy list of beers in a casual, funky space.

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Jet's Pizza

Restaurants

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

14316 Reese Blvd W

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

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Regional BBQ specialties served up on plates & in sandwiches in a roadhouselike setting.

12410 Johnston Rd (Charlotte)

Regional BBQ specialties served up on plates & in sandwiches in a roadhouselike setting.

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Pho@University

Restaurants

Casual Vietnamese eatery known for its pho broth and big portions.

8932 J M Keynes Dr #110 (Charlotte)

Casual Vietnamese eatery known for its pho broth and big portions.

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