The Goodyear House

Neighborhood: NoDa-Villa Heights |  Cuisine: American |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 4

“Built on good times,” this casual restaurant delivers

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

Community Matters Café

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

A non-profit restaurant serving simple but delicious breakfast and lunch dishes

Sweet Lew’s BBQ

Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Barbecue |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 4.5

This small barbecue spot quickly gained a loyal following for its old-school cooking

Kindred

Neighborhood: Lake area |  Cuisine: New American |  Price Range: $$$
Overall Rating: 4.5

Approachable yet innovative small plates served with heart

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

Que Onda

Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: Mexican |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3

A Mexican spot with lots of flavor and an energetic atmosphere

Reid’s Fine Foods

Neighborhood: SouthPark |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3

Your neighborhood market gets an upgrade with a full-service restaurant

The Fig Tree

Neighborhood: Cherry-Elizabeth-Midtown |  Cuisine: New American |  Price Range: $$$$
Overall Rating: 4.5

Opened in 2005, this high-end restaurant in an old house has been at the top of Charlotte’s restaurant scene for more than a decade

Intermezzo Pizzeria

Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
Overall Rating: 3

A homey restaurant that serves eastern European comfort food and pizza