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1. The Workman's Friend
4.7
Exceptional(78)
Price: Moderate
• Irish • Plaza Midwood
Booked 7 times today
Located in the heart of Plaza Midwood, we are an authentic Irish American pub serving scratch-made pub fare with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Choose from our open air patio overlooking the action of Central Avenue, or our cozy indoor dining room outfitted with a working fireplace.
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2. Emmy Squared Pizza - Plaza Midwood
4.4
Awesome(179)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Plaza Midwood
Booked 3 times today
Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.
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3. Customshop
4.8
Exceptional(1824)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Elizabeth
Booked 41 times today
Customshop is a chef-driven restaurant that showcases local farms and purveyors in an effort to bring our guests the highest quality ingredients within our community. Executive Chef and Owner Andres Kaifer along with his team believe in crafting honest straightforward food with an elevated modern touch that delivers something truly unique. Weekly menu changes allow us to highlight the seasonality of food and the beauty of North Carolina produce, seafood, and specialty items. With stylistic inspiration from Spain, Italy, and France, our neighborhood restaurant aims to make everyone feel welcome. We are proud to offer a seasonal cocktail menu that also takes an ingredient-first approach and looks to mirror the creativity and ingenuity of our culinary team. Our wine list is curated around a balance of old-world staples as well as new and emerging producers pushing the envelope. We cannot wait to serve you on your next date night, post-work drinks with friends, or at a family celebration.
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4. Church and Union - Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(5095)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 50 times today
A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine with menu by Executive Chef Aaron Dearing and Bravo Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch. Offering a casual, yet refined atmosphere. Voted 2020 Best Chef Jamie Lynch by Charlotte Magazine | 2020 Restaurant of the Year by CRVA.
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5. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte
4.5
Awesome(686)
Price: Moderate
• American • Southend
Booked 69 times today
Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!
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6. North Italia - Charlotte - South End
4.7
Exceptional(1719)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Charlotte
Booked 72 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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7. OROSOKO Sound Bar
4.5
Awesome(46)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Charlotte
Booked 12 times today
Welcome to OROSOKO Sound Bar, a South End restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring a unique East vs. West menu, exquisite sound, comfortable acoustics and a team of gracious hosts, passionate in delivering inspired hospitality. This cocktail, or “listening”, lounge offers a unique setting to enjoy craft cocktails and relaxed fine dining from renowned Chef Jay Pound, while immersed in the curated sounds of a skilled DJ on our world-class audio system. There simply is nothing like it. Indulge in our beautifully crafted signature cocktails, while savoring Asian and Latin inspired tapas-style shareables in a natural environment that exudes sophistication, comfort and luxury. At Orosoko, we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class, welcoming atmosphere that is stylish, but never pretentious. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - 4:30pm-12:00am (kitchen open until 10pm). Friday/Saturday - 4:30pm-2:00am (kitchen open until 12am). Sundays for brunch - 10:00am-4:00pm (kitchen open until 3pm).
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8. Muraya Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(477)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Southend
Booked 39 times today
Muraya, a culinary haven located in the heart of Southend, Charlotte founded by a charming couple with a deep love, for food, cocktails and hospitality. Our journey began with a heartfelt inspiration drawn from the vibrant city of Cartagena. Every dish we create is a tribute to its rich culture, mesmerizing colors, and captivating history.At our restaurant, we pour our passion for Colombian cuisine into every plate we serve. With each bite, you'll taste the authentic flavors of Cartagena, lovingly prepared using traditional recipes and ingredients handed down through generations. Our mission is to transport you to the streets of this enchanting city, where the aroma of freshly cooked arepas and the rhythm of salsa music fill the air.Just like Cartagena, our restaurant is a fusion of warmth and zest, creating an inviting atmosphere for you to savor unforgettable moments.
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9. Sixty Vines - Charlotte Southend
4.8
Exceptional(809)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Southend
Booked 97 times today
Often referred to as “the wine lover's restaurant,” Sixty Vines delivers simple, yet flavorful cuisine paired perfectly with 60 wines on its sustainable tap system. Every plate and pour is designed to inspire adventure and discovery of wine culture reimagined. Guests are encouraged to experience abundance over shared plates, enjoy wine “pinkies down” and to visit for brunch, lunch and dinner. Signature menu items include charcuterie boards, seasonal proteins, wood fired pizzas and innovative pasta dishes all inspired by ingredients found in wine country.
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10. Napa on Providence
4.6
Exceptional(3859)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Myers Park
Booked 37 times today
At Napa on Providence, we're bringing the heart of California to Charlotte. Enjoy fresh, flavorful dishes made from scratch, paired with bold wines, all in a cozy atmosphere that feels like home. Just think of us as your friendly neighborhood restaurant, with a serious wine obsession. With small & large plate offerings, Napa on Providence is perfect for a business luncheon, friends gathering for cocktails, or families craving brunch. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are recommended. We look forward to your visit!

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  • LauraP
    Charlotte •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Server was great, dishes were great or eh but overall wonderful experience
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    CustomshopPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Elizabeth
    •
    4.8
  • Denise
    Charlotte •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Natalie, Manager went over and above to make sure we had an exceptional experience. The food was out of this world. We loved everything we ordered. I ordered the Salmon it was perfect to taste my co worker ordered the cheeseburger with everything and fries. Our appetizer was a spicy shrimp with fried rice. Everything was delicious, everything. Natalie thank you for making our experience exceptional. Tonight was dinner/theatre evening out with girls and deciding to eat at Culinary Dropout was a win-won. Exceptional. Thank you for great hospitality and professionalism! God bless. Ms. Denise and Ms Cynthia 2/25
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    Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Southend
    •
    4.5
  • Lauren
    Atlanta •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Visiting Charlotte from ATL and absolutely loved it! The ambience was so great. Emanuel was amazing. Some my the best service I have gotten in a long time. Attentive but gave us our space, he had great recommendations and overall you could tell he was enjoying himself and his job. HIGHLY recommend him!! Overall just an amazing time. We will be back!
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    Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
    •
    4.6
  • Graham
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    One of the best pubs in Charlotte. Only gap is the poor music. Some better music, maybe even traditional Irish some nights would make this fantastic spot even better.
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    The Workman's FriendPrice: Moderate• Irish• Plaza Midwood
    •
    4.7
  • KevinVVIP
    Charlotte •86 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 7, 2025
    We enjoyed our meal! There was an issue with one of the appetizers (came out late) but the waitress graciously took it off the bill).
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    Emmy Squared Pizza - Plaza MidwoodPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Plaza Midwood
    •
    4.4
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