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    Unpretentious Picks: Neighborhood Spots

    October 8, 2025

    Rosemont

    Neighborhood: Cherry-Elizabeth-Midtown |  Cuisine: New American |  Price Range: $$$$
    Overall Rating: 4

    The evolution of this Elizabeth wine bar lands Charlotte a reliable restaurant destination


    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


    May 19, 2025

    Mezzo Market

    Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood-Belmont |  Cuisine: Deli / Cafe / Market |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    This market and restaurant with indoor-outdoor seating has become a Plaza Midwood hangout


    July 31, 2024

    Puerta

    Neighborhood: Cherry-Elizabeth-Midtown |  Cuisine: Mexican |  Price Range: $$$
    Overall Rating: 4

    A destination spot for those looking for rich Mexican flavors and an extensive tequila/mezcal selection


    January 8, 2024

    Anju

    Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: Asian |  Price Range: $$
    Overall Rating: Not yet rated.

    Korean restaurant on Park Road shows lots of promise


    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


    300 East cheesecake
    July 26, 2022

    300 East

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

    A classic menu with standout desserts


    March 7, 2022

    Lang Van

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

    A neighborhood Vietnamese spot beloved for its hospitality


    November 4, 2021

    Osteria LuCa

    Neighborhood: Dilworth-Sedgefield-Montford Park |  Cuisine: Italian |  Price Range: $$$
    Overall Rating: 3.5

    A casual by day, elegant by night Italian gathering spot emphasizing quality ingredients and service from the owners of TRUE Crafted Pizza