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    Reviews

    October 8, 2025

    Rosemont

    Neighborhood: Cherry-Elizabeth-Midtown |  Cuisine: New American |  Price Range: $$$$
    Overall Rating: 4

    The evolution of this Elizabeth wine bar lands Charlotte a reliable restaurant destination


    August 25, 2025

    Prime Fish / Ballantyne

    Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: 4

    High end sushi and other Japanese fare in a casual setting


    June 17, 2025

    Lola Ceviche & Peruvian Tapas

    Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    After a false start, the Pineville restaurant is back with Peruvian fare


    June 10, 2025

    Halal Street Food

    Neighborhood: North Charlotte |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: 3

    Charlotte’s beloved halal cart becomes a brick-and-mortar spot


    May 19, 2025

    Mezzo Market

    Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    This market and restaurant with indoor-outdoor seating has become a Plaza Midwood hangout


    May 8, 2025

    Catalú

    Neighborhood: South End |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$$
    Overall Rating: 3.5

    Spanish tapas and paella are just a step off the light rail


    February 18, 2025

    Yama LoSo

    Neighborhood: LoSo |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $$$
    Overall Rating: 4

    A fully refined sushi, sashimi, and kushiyaki experience


    October 29, 2024

    Assorted Table Wine & Shop

    Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: Wine Bar |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    Wine nerds will feel right at home at this wine shop and bar


    October 15, 2024

    Bird Pizzeria

    Neighborhood: NoDa-Villa Heights |  Cuisine: Pizza |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    First thoughts on this popular takeout spot as it transitions to a sitdown restaurant


    September 25, 2024

    Coquette

    Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: French |  Price Range: $$$
    Overall Rating: 3.5

    Pâtisserie by day, brasserie by night, Uptown restaurant offers pleasant French experiences any time of day.