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The Teal Turnip

Hidden gem in Charlotte’s Oakhurst neighborhood where the menu is as creative as the food

March 18, 2026

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Local ingredients and classic technique combine on this menu

January 27, 2026

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UP’s 2025 Restaurant of the Year stands out on all factors

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    January 3, 2024

    Restaurant Constance

    Chef Sam Diminich’s restaurant is at the forefront of Charlotte’s dining scene

    February 11, 2020

    Beef ‘n Bottle

    A classic Charlotte steakhouse stuck delightfully in the past

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    Barcelona Wine Bar

    NOT YET RATED – A national small plates restaurant with a local chef doing great things in the kitchen

    November 8, 2018

    Copper Modern Indian Cuisine

    Indian cuisine served in a charming old Dilworth home

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