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February 27, 2025
Q&A: Pre-theater dinner, king cakes
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Q: I’m going to see “Beautiful Noise” this weekend. Where should we go for pre-theater eats?
Tom: Lucky you! First place I would recommend is a block away from the Blumenthal Arts Center, The Asbury at the Dunhill Hotel. Really lovely menu and a good bet you won’t be late for the curtain rise. A few blocks in the other direction is Coquette, one of my favorite places to eat uptown with its French bistro fare. Eddie V’s is a pretty short walk as well with a cool vibe and accessible menu.
Q: Where can I grab a King Cake before Mardi Gras?
Tom: If you go by Manolo Betancurs’ social media posts, Manolo’s Bakery on Central is in full King Cake mode — as are Renaissance Pâtisserie in SouthPark and Suarez Bakery at the Park Road Shopping Center. If you are a bit north of town, you can also find King Cakes at Chocolatier Barrucand in Concord. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
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I guess Aria is not on your radar because it’s at the front door of the Blumenthal for the last 16 years…
We love to host show goers at Sea Level NC! Not only are we right next door but we also validate parking making the evening even more enjoyable!