Best Casual Restaurants in Uptown

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1. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5018)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 78 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.

2. Haymaker

4.2

Awesome(1838)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 28 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.

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3. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

4.4

Awesome(2258)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 87 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.

4. Essex

4.5

Awesome(1744)

Price: Moderate

• International • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Essex Bar & Bistro, where the cocktail is king. Charlotte’s newest uptown craft cocktail bar and gastropub, Essex is part bistro, part lounge, and part meeting place. We’ve put as much care into the craft of cocktailing as we do our menu of international cuisine, which are designed to complement master mixologist’s liquid creations. Located in the heart of uptown Charlotte at Trade & Tryon, and only steps away from Spectrum Center. Essex is the perfect place for happy hours, evening cocktails, after-dinner drinks, or a late night rendezvous.We reserve the right to add a service charge on parties of 6 or more.

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5. 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails

4.3

Awesome(1101)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 36 times today

New American restaurant featuring fresh, local food with an impressive list of wines, local and craft beers and handmade cocktails.

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6. The King's Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2140)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Uptown

Booked 17 times today

Locally-sourced, southern-inspired, mission-driven cuisine in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Whether you sit down to a heaping plate of Aunt Beaut’s pan fried chicken or opt for our Chef’s pick of fresh fish daily, know that here, our cuisine extends well beyond delicious: it is truly good for the soul. Located in the heart of uptown Charlotte with a mission of bringing hope to those most in need, King’s Kitchen is a non-profit, southern-inspired restaurant that doubles as a ministry to give hope, dignity and a warm meal to those most in need. Dine well knowing that each meal purchased directly contributes to a free meal to our homeless neighbors as well as job training to give others a new lease on life.

7. Cicchetti

4.6

Exceptional(221)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 11 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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8. Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(791)

Price: Moderate

• Irish • Uptown

Booked 6 times today

Meticulously restored in Ireland and shipped to the US, Ri Ra embodies everything that you would expect from a genuine Irish Pub. Ri Ra comes from the phrase "Ri Ra agus Ruaile Buaile," a phrase translating roughly as divilment, good fun or any sociable activity that improves with fine food, a nice pint of Guinness or dram of Uisce Beatha (whiskey). Ri Ra can be defined as place or state where exuberance and revelry prevail, where music and merriment compete and the conversation flows smooth as the Guinness ebbs in the glass. Slainte!

9. Stoke

4.3

Awesome(939)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Uptown

Booked 3 times today

The warmth of wood-fired cooking complemented by meticulously sourced seasonal ingredients from Carolina farms and local partners. Simple, rustic yet refined flavors served in a gathering space with a laid back, neighborhood vibe.Located within the Charlotte Marriott City Center. Please note Stoke Restaurant validates parking for restaurant guests who valet park at the Charlotte Marriott City Center. Please provide your receipt/valet ticket to the Host/Hostess.

10. forchetta

4.3

Awesome(514)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Uptown

Booked 6 times today

Intrigue your culinary senses with our authentic Italian menu, prepared by Chef Luca Annunziata. Each dish hand crafted, featuring many dishes straight from the streets of Naples, Italy. Select from the lighter side such as soup and salad, shared appetizers or delectable entrées. Pair your meal with an elegant wine, house infused cocktail or a gourmet coffee drink.

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San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
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Tupelo Honey - Uptown CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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4.4
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Sharon
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a party of five for Saturday brunch, but at the last minute, we changed to a party of seven. Despite it being a very busy day, the hostess was fantastic—she found a table to accommodate us without hesitation and with a warm smile. Her effort made our experience even better
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HaymakerPrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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4.2
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Conniew
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Wonderful atmosphere, great food and service . Joey was our waiter, he’s great!
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Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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4.6
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Rian
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Service was absolutely wonderful, i felt very welcomed food was marvelous! i definitely recommend i came here my birthday and absolutely loved it!
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EssexPrice: Moderate• International• Uptown
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4.5
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john
Nashville •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 28, 2024
Picked from online app. Surpassed expectations my guests were overwhelmed by menu. Sorry the shrimp and grits were not availible for dinner. Had the Pesto Pasta which was most satisfying my companion had the filet and had an experience. Next time I am in charlotte will come again. Parking police a bit OCD but it was 5 minutes to 6. Great experience
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204 North Kitchen & CocktailsPrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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4.3

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73 restaurants available nearby

1. Church and Union - Charlotte

2. Haymaker

3. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

4. Essex

5. 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails

6. The King's Kitchen

7. Cicchetti

8. Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte

9. Stoke

10. forchetta

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