It’s no secret that Charlotte is growing and with that growth comes lots of new choices of cuisine. No matter where your tastes lie, there’s bound to be a new spot that carries what you crave.
From the traditional to down-home to eccentric, we’ve made a list of a few of the tasty, top-tier new restaurants in Charlotte to try! Could one of them be your new fave?ย
Orto NoDa
One of the tastiest new additions to the NoDa neighborhood is Orto, James Beard Foundation Semifinalist Chef Paul Verica’s latest venture.
Italian for “kitchen garden”, Orto is an ingredient-focused restaurant that pulls out all the stops to serve up authentic Northern Italian cuisine like house-made pasta, handmade pizzas, and more. With a classic yet cool interior, Orto is perfect for a memorable night out in NoDa.
Check out the Penne or Risotto for an Old World treat, or one of their pizzas if you’re more in that mood!ย
๐ Mon | Closed
Tue | Closed
Wed | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thu | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fri | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sat | 5: 00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sun | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
๐ 416 East 36th Street, Suite 600, Charlotte, NC, 28205
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๐ธ: Southern Pecan
Southern Pecan
If you’re a fan of Gulf Coast cuisine, or Southern cooking in general, you’re gonna want to get to Southern Pecan!
Founded by the owners of Cafe Monte, and also located in Phillips Place, Southern Pecan is an ode to Gulf Coast cuisine complete with an atmosphere that celebrates jazz and blues culture through music and art.
From the Roasted Corn Cakes, Seafood Gumbo and Louisiana BBQ shrimp to the Po Boys and Southern Raised Catfish, their varied menu is full of down-home delights.
๐Mon | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Tue | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Wed | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Thu | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri | 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sat | 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sun | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
๐ 6706-C, Phillips Pl Ct, Charlotte, NC 28210
Blacow
Voted “Best Burger in Charlotte” at the Moo and Brew Craft Beer and Burger Fest, Blacow is a Fort Mill concept that recently expanded to the Charlotte area with two new locations.
The local fan favorite’s new locations boast all the burgers that brought business from miles around (Carolina BBQ Cheeseburger, anyone?), non-burger sandwich options, and a sushi menu featuring ingredients flown in fresh from NYC and Japan! If you’ve got little ones, be sure to stop in on a Tuesday – that’s when kiddos eat free.ย
๐Mon | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Tue | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Wed | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Thu | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri | 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sat | 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sun | 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
๐ 1515 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203
Supperland
Supperland is a new concept from the owners of Haberdish located in a renovated mid-century church in Plaza Midwood. Touted as a “Southern steakhouse meets church potluck”, Supperland offers original cuisine creations in lush, lofty digs.ย
Whether you choose the more traditional like the Brie Bites or Grilled Lobster, or you want to try something new like the Miso Mac n Cheese, Supperland has got it covered. Keep an eye out – the reservation only speakeasy in Supperland’s basement premiers soon!
๐Mon | Closed
Tue | 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Wed | 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Thu | 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Fri | 5:00 pm – 1:00 am
Sat | 5:00 pm – 1:00 am
Sun | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
๐1212 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205
Ruby Sunshine
Originating in New Orleans, Ruby Sunshine is a tasty take on traditional breakfast and brunch from the owners of the Ruby Slipper Cafe.ย
You can never go wrong with the Fried Green Tomatoes, Beignets or any breakfast staple, but if you’re feeling adventurous check out something a little different like the Grilled Fish St. Peter (grilled fish of the day on a cheesy grit cake bed, sauteed with spinach and tomatoes and topped with a shrimp skewer and Creole hollandaise sauce) or something from their seasonal menu!
There’s something for everyone at Ruby Sunshine.ย
๐Mon | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
Tue | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
Wed | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
Thu | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
Fri | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
Sat | 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Sun | 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
๐ 332 W Bland St, Charlotte, NC 28203
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