Cajun Yard Dog

Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: Southern |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 3.5

Equal parts kitschy and classic, this south Charlotte spot serves authentic Cajun

Beef ‘n Bottle

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

A classic Charlotte steakhouse stuck delightfully in the past

Aria Tuscan Grill

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

An Uptown staple with an elegant dining room and Italian menu

The Waterman Fish Bar

Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: Seafood |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 2.5

A casual seafood spot from the owners of Sea Level NC

Sophia’s Lounge

Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: New Southern |  Price Range: $$$
Overall Rating: 3.5

A sultry cocktail bar from the group behind 5Church

Lincoln’s Haberdashery

Neighborhood: South End |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $
Overall Rating: 4

A quirky corner store with some badass bites

Bonterra

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

Seasonality- and chef-driven cuisine in an old Dilworth church

Angeline’s

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

An upscale Italian spot in the heart of Uptown

Bistro La Bon

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

A European menu in a restaurant with an old-world feel

Bar Marcel

Neighborhood: SouthPark |  Cuisine: French |  Price Range: $$$
Overall Rating: 4

A welcoming small plates spot with dependable food