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1. Golden Owl Tavern
4.0
Excellent(326)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • University City
Booked 2 times today
Our menus serve up a wide variety of regional classics and craveable treats inspired by the American South. Perfect for date night, graduations, celebrations, brunch or just lunch, you'll be a regular before long. And even if you're not, our friendly neighborhood staff will make you feel like one!
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2. Dave & Buster's - Concord
3.5
Very Good(75)
Price: Moderate
• American • Concord
Booked 3 times today
Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.
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3. La Belle Helene
4.6
Exceptional(2992)
Price: Expensive
• French • Uptown
Booked 65 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.
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4. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Charlotte
4.1
Excellent(4162)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Southend
Booked 28 times today
Welcome to Sullivan’s Steakhouse in Charlotte, located inside the Steel Yard Complex in the vibrant South End. Surrounded by lush trees, our two-story brick building offers diners an escape from the everyday. Our hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, signature cocktails, and lively music will make your evening at Sullivan’s a steakhouse experience you won’t soon forget.What sets Sullivan’s apart is our lively neighborhood atmosphere, where fine steakhouse dining meets personalized service, fun craft cocktails, and the live stylings of local musicians. It’s equal parts friendly and luxurious—a place where the staff feels like family, and where your server can recommend a rare whiskey or signature butter. Sullivan’s is your local spot to celebrate life’s milestones (or another Friday night), and we’ll be there to celebrate with you. Whether you stop by for upscale bar bites or a sit-down, prix-fixe event, you’ll feel right at home, at the center of the South End scene you know and love.
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5. Indaco- Charlotte
4.8
Exceptional(1159)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Southend
Booked 49 times today
Located at Atherton Mill in Charlotte's historic South End neighborhood, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can seat approximately 85 guests inside for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Gin & Tonic cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. Large windows fill the restaurant with natural light that reflects off the white subway tile, wood accents and butcher block tables. An open kitchen invites guests to keep an eye on the action while enjoying the sights and smells of Italian cooking. During warmer months, a 44-seat patio invites guests to dine al fresco.
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6. Customshop
4.8
Exceptional(1831)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Elizabeth
Booked 44 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.
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7. MICO at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(1182)
Price: Expensive
• South American • Uptown
Booked 17 times today
“Step into a world of culinary delights at Mico, an elegant and artistic restaurant nestled within the Grand Bohemian Charlotte. Each visit is a symphony of sophistication, where personalized service and luxurious surroundings combine to create unforgettable moments.Discounted Valet Parking Uptown Charlotte, City Center, Belk Theatre, light rail stops at the property Within close proximity to Bank of America Stadium, Truist Field, Charlotte Convention Center, Spectrum Center, Belk Theater Performing Arts Center. Drawing inspiration from Charlotte's vibrant art scene, Mico's culinary artisans masterfully blend local flavors and exotic spices, creating a menu that is a fusion of Modern American cuisine with a South American twist. From succulent grilled meats to vibrant ceviche’s, each dish is a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence and exploration. Finish with our Pastry Chefs' sweet endings!
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8. Fahrenheit - Charlotte
4.4
Awesome(7909)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 36 times today
Located in Uptown Charlotte, Rising Star Chef, Rocco Whalen, a Wolfgang Puck protégé, will blow you away with his approachable and cutting edge cooking style.Taste Rocco's contemporary cuisine with its Mediterranean & Asian accents & you'll know why Esquire declared him a "Chef to Keep Your Eye On". Fahrenheit is equipped with a full service bar complete with a la carte dining, private dining rooms available for large parties and the most breathtaking view of Charlotte’s beautiful skyline from every table in the restaurant! Non smoking. We require business casual attire for all of our guests. Persons in t-shirts, ball cap style hats, excessively revealing clothing or workout attire may not be admitted. Please note, management reserves the right to change and /or update the Dress Code at any time. Please note that we do not guarantee outside seating, and any seating requests are not guaranteed.
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9. Dean's Italian Steakhouse
4.5
Awesome(1302)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Uptown
Booked 60 times today
Serving up prime cuts of beef and authentic homemade pasta, including 100% American Wagyu, Dean’s delivers a classic steakhouse experience in a modern, rustic setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
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10. North Italia - Charlotte - South End
4.7
Exceptional(1726)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Charlotte
Booked 59 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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