Best Casual Restaurants in Elizabeth

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1. Customshop

4.8

Exceptional(1759)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Elizabeth

Booked 30 times today

Customshop is a chef-driven restaurant that showcases local farms and purveyors in an effort to bring our guests the highest quality ingredients within our community. Executive Chef and Owner Andres Kaifer along with his team believe in crafting honest straightforward food with an elevated modern touch that delivers something truly unique. Weekly menu changes allow us to highlight the seasonality of food and the beauty of North Carolina produce, seafood, and specialty items. With stylistic inspiration from Spain, Italy, and France, our neighborhood restaurant aims to make everyone feel welcome. We are proud to offer a seasonal cocktail menu that also takes an ingredient-first approach and looks to mirror the creativity and ingenuity of our culinary team. Our wine list is curated around a balance of old-world staples as well as new and emerging producers pushing the envelope. We cannot wait to serve you on your next date night, post-work drinks with friends, or at a family celebration.

2. Midtown Tavern

4.4

Awesome(25)

Price: Expensive

• American • Charlotte

A locally owned Restaurant/Bar with a rustic casual vibe. You can stop in for a beer, some cocktails after work or a nice dinner with friends or family.Our menu will consist of American cuisine and daily features. Our daily menu items will be appetizers, gourmet salads, brick oven pizza, Large sandwiches, specialty burgers and delicious entrees. Lets not forget about our large drink menu with local beers, wine and specialty cocktails.We will be open 7 days a week starting lunch time to till late night. Weekends will have a fun upbeat entertainment. Join us for our Sunday Funday extravagant Brunch and mimosa Bar!! Carry out will be available and catering too.

3. Big Ben Pub

4.0

Excellent(117)

Price: Moderate

• English • Southend

Booked 1 time today

Newly relocated within the Elizabeth Neighborhood!! Plenty of free parking available. New look, same famous fish and chips. Serving both authentic British food with house made pies along with a variety of American Cuisine. Full authentic English Breakfast available every day. Plenty of beers on tap as well as crafted specialty cocktails Space available for private parties as well.Carry out & catering available. Call to make your reservation today. 704-817-9697

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4. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5022)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 42 times today

A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine with menu by Executive Chef Aaron Dearing and Bravo Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch. Offering a casual, yet refined atmosphere. Voted 2020 Best Chef Jamie Lynch by Charlotte Magazine | 2020 Restaurant of the Year by CRVA.

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5. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(585)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 41 times today

Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

6. Haymaker

4.2

Awesome(1841)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 3 times today

Centrally located in Uptown Charlotte, Haymaker Restaurant, from Chef Chris Coleman, brings locally inspired and seasonal food to the Queen City. Our kitchen reinterprets the bounty of the piedmont area and Appalachia, and explores our foodways, both historic and present across our region. Our classic American lounge serves local brews, fine wines, and handmade cocktails. Dine & drink in our bar & lounge, main dining room, mezzanine, or sidewalk patio all overlooking beautiful Romare Bearden Park in the heart of Charlotte.Please note that Haymaker is a two-story restaurant with stairs. Please contact the restaurant if you require first floor dining.

7. Muraya Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(404)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Southend

Booked 9 times today

Muraya, a culinary haven located in the heart of Southend, Charlotte founded by a charming couple with a deep love, for food, cocktails and hospitality. Our journey began with a heartfelt inspiration drawn from the vibrant city of Cartagena. Every dish we create is a tribute to its rich culture, mesmerizing colors, and captivating history.At our restaurant, we pour our passion for Colombian cuisine into every plate we serve. With each bite, you'll taste the authentic flavors of Cartagena, lovingly prepared using traditional recipes and ingredients handed down through generations. Our mission is to transport you to the streets of this enchanting city, where the aroma of freshly cooked arepas and the rhythm of salsa music fill the air.Just like Cartagena, our restaurant is a fusion of warmth and zest, creating an inviting atmosphere for you to savor unforgettable moments.

8. Mariposa

4.4

Awesome(1213)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown

Booked 18 times today

Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

9. Aura Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(346)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Booked 9 times today

Ascend five stories high in the JW Charlotte to Aura Rooftop where a magical oasis awaits. Soak in premiere views of city and indulge in vibrant small plates with a signature botanical cocktail in hand. Experience magnetic vibes up high at one of Charlotte's best rooftop lounges! Monday to Friday - Open at 3:00 pmSaturday to Sunday - Open at 12 pm Weather permitting closing times 11 pm Mon-Sat and 9 pm on Sun.

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10. Caroline's Oyster Bar

4.5

Awesome(687)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 21 times today

A fanciful take on a coastal seafood place, Caroline’s Oyster Bar celebrates the charm and fresh flavors of North Carolina’s coastline. Uptown Charlotte’s most desirable anchor features a breezy outdoor patio, charming Carolina-style raw bar and spacious dining room alongside high-quality daily oyster selections and seafood dishes.

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scottvip
Charlotte •28 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food and service is always fantastic, and last night did not disappoint. Also incredible selection of premium bourbon and fun cocktails. Will definitely keep coming back.
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CustomshopPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Elizabeth
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4.8
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Sally
South Carolina •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Manager was awesome. We were in a time crunch. He made sure we had our drinks etc. Server expedited things too. The best salad I’ve had ever, so fresh and light. Swordfish slightly overcooked and extremely salty. My husbands meatballs were great, not too salty. The complimentary hummus was delicious. Great overall. Service fantastic.
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Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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4.6
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Jazmine
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolutely loved it here! The food is delicious especially the steak and frites or fish and chips ohhh and I can’t forget the pizza my goodness phenomenal! Will now be a staple restaurant to go to uptown. Our server Jensen was super lovely too.
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Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Southend
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4.5
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Kyle
Calgary / Southern Alberta •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 19, 2024
Football was on, so it was loud. But that’s good!
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Midtown TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Charlotte
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4.4
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Charlotte •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 6, 2024
Saw the England v. Switzerland match here with my stepson, and had a full English breakfast. It was fantastic meal, service, and atmosphere. If there were a few people around with English accents, it would’ve felt like England!
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Big Ben PubPrice: Moderate• English• Southend
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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Customshop

2. Midtown Tavern

3. Big Ben Pub

4. Church and Union - Charlotte

5. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

6. Haymaker

7. Muraya Restaurant

8. Mariposa

9. Aura Rooftop

10. Caroline's Oyster Bar

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