Best Casual Restaurants in Uptown

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1. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5050)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 70 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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2. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2800)

Price: Moderate

• European • Uptown

Booked 60 times today

A Consumption Revolution in Uptown, Charlotte. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen, A Jim Noble Restaurant, will redefine dining out. A food and wine bar featuring an a la carte menu of comfortable Spanish, French and Italian influenced selections prepared on a wood fired grill, rotisserie and imported Italian oven. Rooster's is high quality and affordable casual cuisine combined with a local Southern boy's culinary impartations. The open kitchen centered in the dining room allows the guest to view the crafting of cuisine while dining at the kitchen's antique granite countertop on a hand crafted pub bar stool. Finishes of Leather, antique stone, beautiful crafted woodwork and wrought iron parallels the artisan architecture and design with artisan, hand crafted styled cuisine.

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3. The Cellar at Duckworth's

4.8

Exceptional(2671)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Uptown

Booked 69 times today

The Cellar at Duckworth’s combines gastropub fare from our chef-driven menu, with a tap list of specialty and rare beers served at appropriate temperatures to their styles, and signature cocktails that are hand crafted to order by our mixologists. Inspired by an era of time that’s long past, the underground space built originally in 1912, naturally has a speakeasy, prohibition-era feel with its original brick walls and exposed ceiling joists. Even our attentive staff dresses the part from the era. We hope to take you back in time for a bit while enjoying good food and drink with friends and family.

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4. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

4.4

Awesome(2284)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 60 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced.Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. In compliance with the NC mandate please wear a mask upon entry and when moving around the restaurant. Our patio is covered, but it is not heated. We look forward to seeing you soon!Reservations recommended on the weekend.

5. La Belle Helene

4.6

Exceptional(2904)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 89 times today

From the team that brought you Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Nashville and Church and Union Denver, La Belle Helene is a refined brasserie serving French fare, beer & wine in a soaring, elegant space with a lengthy bar.

6. Cicchetti

4.4

Awesome(226)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 9 times today

Cicchetti (“chee-KEH-tee”), a wine bar in Uptown Charlotte featuring authentic Italian small dishes, interprets the classic Venetian bacaro. At these casual and convivial spots, locals gather to enjoy glasses of wine alongside savory small bites, hand tossed pizzas and more. Offering an all-world wine selection, wines by the glass or bottle, beer, draught cocktails and NA’s, all of your favorites.

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7. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(493)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 24 times today

Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Coquette offers the charm of an old-world French buvette with a vibrant, casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet morning with a fresh almond croissant on our patio or savoring an evening apéro, Coquette is the perfect escape. Our menu is complemented by classic French cocktails and a wine list curated by Advanced Sommelier Fabien Boudart. Discover our monthly wine classes and exclusive wine club, designed for wine enthusiasts and those new to the experience. As owner Jill Marcus shares, “Coquette isn’t just for French cuisine aficionados. It’s for anyone curious and ready to explore the flavors of France.” Join us for lunch Tuesday-Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Charlotte Uptown

4.6

Exceptional(3990)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 47 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Our steak house is conveniently located within walking distance from popular attractions like Blumenthal Theater, Charlotte Convention Center, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and more. Ruth's Chris Uptown has been named the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner, a true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

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9. Sophia's Lounge at The Ivey's Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(240)

Price: Expensive

• Lounge • Uptown

Booked 11 times today

Named for Queen Sophia Charlotte, Sophia’s offers a royally outfitted setting in the heart of Uptown on 5th Street in The Ivey’s Hotel. Must be 21 or over to enter after 8:00pm on Friday and Saturday nights.To maintain an elegant and sophisticated experience for all our guests, we encourage Casual Elegant attire when visiting us. Hats/Caps, Shorts, Sweatpants, Athletic Attire, Tank Tops, Clothing with Offensive Language or Images, Exposed Undergarments, and Flip-Flops are prohibited

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10. MOA Korean BBQ & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(910)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Uptown

Booked 35 times today

At MOA, our mission is to deliver an exceptional dining experience by providing guests with the highest quality meats, including select wagyu beef selections. Our dedicated service team is committed to enhancing your barbecue experience, ensuring maximum enjoyment from start to finish. Located in the vibrant Uptown Charlotte area, we're excited to invite everyone to join us at MOA for a remarkable culinary adventure.

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Lori
Charlotte •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great service, unique atmosphere. We will be back.
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The Cellar at Duckworth'sPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Uptown
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4.8
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Kelly
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The harvest bowl is delicious. Our service was excellent. Great meal!
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Tupelo Honey - Uptown CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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4.4
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angela
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We typically go to dinner at Rooster’s prior to a Bluementhal show. The experience is mostly always good, with the exception of a couple of hiccups. Hiccups are usually addressed by management, so we continue to support. I would recommend Rooster’s for the good food, convenience and ambience.
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Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown CharlottePrice: Moderate• European• Uptown
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4.8
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Timm
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our server, Emmanuel, was excellent. He was attentive but not intrusive and made sure the 5 of us in our group were always supplied with drinks and cocktails. My only recommendation is that it would have been nice to have individual dessert plates, as the five of us shared two desserts. Atmosphere was perfect and the food was delicious, as always.
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La Belle HelenePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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4.6
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MeredithVIP
Charlotte •69 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
We ordered the agnolotti ! It was French onion on the menu. It was delicious! It was like a French onion soup deconstructed!! I had the salad for my meal and it was delicious and my husband had the poke bowl which he said was fantastic! All in all it was a delicious meal!
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Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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4.6

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1. Church and Union - Charlotte

2. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

3. The Cellar at Duckworth's

4. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

5. La Belle Helene

6. Cicchetti

7. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Charlotte Uptown

9. Sophia's Lounge at The Ivey's Hotel

10. MOA Korean BBQ & Bar

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