Best Fun Restaurants in NODA

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1. Deluxe Fun Dining Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(6)

Price: Moderate

• American • Charlotte

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to Deluxe Fun Dining – Charlotte’s Most Unique Dining ExperienceVoted Best Restaurant in Charlotte (2024), Best Cocktail Spot (2023 & 2024), and Gold Best Date Night Spot (2023), Deluxe Fun Dining is where incredible food, unforgettable drinks, and exceptional service come together to create a dining experience unlike any other.Known for our innovative food and drink presentations, we bring a sense of fun and excitement to every meal. From popcorn shrimp served right from a real popcorn machine to pastries delivered in vintage toasters, every dish is designed to make you smile and spark conversation. Our unique, handmade trays elevate the presentation, ensuring that every plate is as much of a visual treat as it is a culinary delight.At Deluxe Fun Dining, we don’t just serve food—we create an experience. Our ever-evolving, chef-driven menu highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, transforming classic favorites and daring new creations into unforgettable dishes.

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2. The Goodyear House

4.6

Exceptional(1539)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • NODA

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to The Goodyear House, nestled in the vibrant NODA neighborhood, just a stone’s throw away from Uptown. Led by the culinary prowess of Executive Chef Chris Coleman, a champion on Food Network’s Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and SuperChef, our restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. Indulge in our menu featuring casual elevated cuisine, expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or a light bite, our diverse offerings cater to every palate. Relish the charming ambiance of our beautiful patio as you sip on handcrafted cocktails and savor delectable dishes. As part of NODA, the city’s premier arts and entertainment district, The Goodyear House invites you to immerse yourself in a culinary journey like no other. Book your table today and join us for an unforgettable dining experience.

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3. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(618)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 11 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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4. The Cellar at Duckworth's

4.8

Exceptional(2651)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Uptown

Booked 25 times today

The Cellar at Duckworth’s combines gastropub fare from our chef-driven menu, with a tap list of specialty and rare beers served at appropriate temperatures to their styles, and signature cocktails that are hand crafted to order by our mixologists. Inspired by an era of time that’s long past, the underground space built originally in 1912, naturally has a speakeasy, prohibition-era feel with its original brick walls and exposed ceiling joists. Even our attentive staff dresses the part from the era. We hope to take you back in time for a bit while enjoying good food and drink with friends and family.

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5. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

4.1

Excellent(698)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Uptown

Booked 56 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Charlotte, NC , Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 5+ call: 312-659-1951 between the hours of 8am to 6pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining**NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS**While we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

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6. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2848)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

Fin & Fino is a social seafood house with a festive dining experience. It's a lively spot with interesting cocktails, delicious food, and friendly staff. Customers rave about the 'treatment', a special menu that promises a lot of food. The atmosphere is casual, making it a great place to hang out. It's also a neighborhood gem with a great selection for both lunch and dinner.

7. La Belle Helene

4.6

Exceptional(2884)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 24 times today

From the team that brought you Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Nashville and Church and Union Denver, La Belle Helene is a refined brasserie serving French fare, beer & wine in a soaring, elegant space with a lengthy bar.

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8. North Italia - Charlotte - South End

4.6

Exceptional(1660)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Charlotte

Booked 26 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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9. The Melting Pot - Midtown NC

4.9

Exceptional(1615)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Midtown

Booked 28 times today

The Melting Pot Restaurant in Charlotte is where fun is cooked up fondue style. Our Charlotte restaurant is located in the Midtown neighborhood. Close to all Uptown hotels, Bank of America Stadium, Spectrum Center, Blumenthal Performing Arts center. The experience is great in a group and romantic for couples. The intimate location provides a casually elegant, intimate atmosphere. The relaxing four-course experience begins with a cheese fondue prepared table side. A fresh salad follows while your entrée pot heats up. You’ll simmer a variety of tantalizing meats, seafood and vegetables. Each morsel is hot, fresh and delicious and all entrées are accompanied by an array of dipping sauces to add to the flavorful fun. Chocolate fondue is the finale.

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10. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5037)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 13 times today

Church and Union in Charlotte is a hit for its fun atmosphere, quirky Art of War theme decor, and exceptional food. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'fun menu' with 'excellent service' and 'a quirky Art of War theme decor'. Another highlights its 'eclectic atmosphere and unique menu'. The restaurant offers 'great food and ambience' with 'attentive and accommodating' staff. With 'outstanding food, superb service, and wonderful ambience', it's a place to be for any occasion.

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Octavia
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great Food. Very nice atmosphere 👌🏾 I celebrated my 50th Birthday there and I loved the fact that there was a photographer 📸 ready to help capture great memories.
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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - CharlottePrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Uptown
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4.1
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Jason
Charlotte •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I’ve been to a CD location in Tempe many times, but first time visiting this location in CLT. The service from Josh was wonderful and the food was just as good as my visits in Tempe. Parking validation is a nice plus for the area too.
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Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Southend
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4.5
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Jimmy
South Carolina •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Staff was great. Truly great. The rooms are a little loud when multiple tables are set. The outside area looked very nice. The appetizers and salads were extremely good. We ordered the shrimp and grits and the burger with fries. The shrimp and grits were OK at best. We only ate half of the burgers. The fries were on point.
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The Goodyear HousePrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• NODA
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4.6
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Christine
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fantastic meal! Great ambience and service! We started with the Ground Duck Flatbread and both of us agreed that we should cancel the rest of our order and just get two of those. Amazing combination of flavors. Our entrees did not disappoint. I had Grouper and my partner had steak. Both were cooked perfectly. Our waitress was wonderful and suggested drinks for us as well as kept our water glasses full. She was attentive without being in our face. We will definitely go again! They don’t have parking but there is a large parking garage at the same corner.
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The Cellar at Duckworth'sPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Uptown
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4.8
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Beverly
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Excellent food, great customer service! My friends and I had a wonderful experience.
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Deluxe Fun Dining RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Charlotte
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4.7

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98 restaurants available nearby

1. Deluxe Fun Dining Restaurant

2. The Goodyear House

3. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4. The Cellar at Duckworth's

5. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

6. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

7. La Belle Helene

8. North Italia - Charlotte - South End

9. The Melting Pot - Midtown NC

10. Church and Union - Charlotte

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