Essex

Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 2.5

A popular Uptown spot for drinks and a high-energy vibe

Thai Taste

Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3

A low-key Thai spot that goes big on flavor

Pizza Peel

Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Pizza |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3.5

A family-friendly pizza spot with a craft feel

Deli St.

Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 3

A deli and market with craft beer, wine, snacks, and a vegan/vegetarian menu

Copper Modern Indian Cuisine

Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3.5

Indian cuisine served in a charming old Dilworth home

The Asbury

Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: New Southern |  Price Range: $$$
Overall Rating: 4

A Southern-inspired menu showcasing local ingredients in the historic Dunhill Hotel

Poppy’s Bagels

Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: Breakfast |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 2.5

A breakfast and lunch spot with fare that goes far beyond bagels

New Zealand Café

Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 3

Unexpectedly great sushi inside a small strip mall restaurant

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

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

A small ice cream shop in the Design Center with indulgent scoops

Craft Growler Shop and Tasting Room

Neighborhood: South End |  Cuisine: American |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 3

A craft beer lover’s paradise, with flatbreads, cheese plates, and snacks to nibble on