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Hidden gem in Charlotte’s Oakhurst neighborhood where the menu is as creative as the food
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Concierge
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Dating IRL In Charlotte
How restaurants and bars are taking a larger role in matchmaking
Q&A: Great affordable restaurants, N.C. legislation updates
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Prime Fish Cellar
High-quality sushi and caviar without the Michelin price tag
Key takeaways from our Managing Personal Finances industry breakfast
Three experts share how to keep your financial strategy moving up in a rollercoaster business
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Carnal is putting refined twists to traditional Mexican cuisine
How a restaurant romance became one of the city’s hottest pop-up concepts
Q&A: Is Queen’s Feast still worth it, National Tequila Day
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
The rise of Charlotte listening bars
Vinyl culture and quieter nightlife are fueling Charlotte’s growing sound bar scene
Unpretentious Cooking: Peach & Prosciutto Flatbread with Whipped Goat Cheese
Enjoy this summertime spin on a staple
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Proposed N.C. hemp law adds focus to the state’s CBD industry
New law adds age minimums and THC caps to all hemp-derived consumables
Q&A: Cocktail meetups, World Cup final
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Lorem Ipsum ends Refuge hotel residency
2½-year “pop-up” closes a month early, owner announces new concepts
Nordic pop-up Vivienne gets permanent home at Free Range Brewing
Tradtional Danish dishes are coming to NoDa
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Welcome to Chicken Tenderland
Is the nostalgic dish becoming what Charlotte is known for?
Uncle’s closes at Burial Beer Co.
Chef Michael Le shares details about the closure and what’s next
The changing costs of the restaurant business
New leases include a percentage of sales
Q&A: Are menu prices really that bad, under-the-radar eats
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
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27 Charlotte Restaurants receive 2026 Wine Spectator Awards
Dining spots lauded for outstanding wine programs
Unpretentious Cooking: Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Galette
A classic way to enjoy these tastes of summer
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The UPPYs
Each year, we honor the best in Charlotte's restaurant industry. See this year's finalists, and join us on Nov. 13 to meet the winners.Restaurant Finder
Stuck on where to go? Search by occasion, cuisine, neighborhood, and price range.Events
The city’s best events for food and booze lovers, all conveniently listed in one place. Browse by date or event type, and keep up to date on Unpretentious Palate’s exclusive events.Concierge
Picky brother coming to town? Seeking the town’s best Old-Fashioned? Ask us anything, and we'll answer your Charlotte culinary questions once a week. We’ll be your city-wide concierge.
