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    October 6, 2025

    NoDa’s newest patio opens at neighborhood favorite Local Loaf

    Neighborhood: Uptown |  Cuisine: Southern |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 0

    Chef Adam Spears brings a new gathering space to the neighborhood he calls home


    June 17, 2025

    Lola Ceviche & Peruvian Tapas

    Neighborhood: South Charlotte |  Cuisine: International |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    After a false start, the Pineville restaurant is back with Peruvian fare


    July 27, 2023

    Noble Smoke

    Neighborhood: West Charlotte |  Cuisine: Barbecue |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: 4

    The best Lexington-style barbecue outside of Lexington and a great place for families and large gatherings


    February 27, 2023

    Cheat’s Cheesesteak Parlor 

    Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 4

    A walk-up restaurant serving classic Philly cheesesteaks


    January 31, 2023

    Pinky’s Westside Grill

    Neighborhood: West Charlotte |  Cuisine: Bar / Pub Fare |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 3

    An homage to the American dive that doesn’t rest on its TV fame


    March 7, 2022

    Lang Van

    Neighborhood: East Charlotte |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 3.5

    A neighborhood Vietnamese spot beloved for its hospitality


    October 6, 2021

    Southern Pecan Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

    A casual Cajun-inspired eatery from the owner of Café Monte


    September 20, 2021

    Derita Dairy Bar

    Neighborhood: North Charlotte |  Cuisine: American |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 3

    A casual spot for those seeking comfort food


    January 12, 2021

    Inizio Pizza Napoletana

    Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: Pizza |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: 4

    Traditional Naples-style pizza is made in a 900-degree wood-fired oven


    December 3, 2020

    Po Boy’s Low Country Seafood Market

    Neighborhood: West Charlotte |  Cuisine: Seafood |  Price Range: $
    Overall Rating: 4

    The best home of Lowcountry eats in Charlotte