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1. Mariposa
4.4
Awesome(1236)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown
Booked 19 times today
Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.
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2. Aura Rooftop
4.4
Awesome(353)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Uptown
Booked 7 times today
Ascend five stories high in the JW Charlotte to Aura Rooftop where a magical oasis awaits. Soak in premiere views of city and indulge in vibrant small plates with a signature botanical cocktail in hand. Experience magnetic vibes up high at one of Charlotte's best rooftop lounges! Monday to Friday - Open at 3:00 pmSaturday to Sunday - Open at 12 pm Weather permitting closing times 11 pm Mon-Sat and 9 pm on Sun.
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3. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte
4.8
Exceptional(2788)
Price: Moderate
• European • Uptown
Booked 62 times today
A Consumption Revolution in Uptown, Charlotte. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen, A Jim Noble Restaurant, will redefine dining out. A food and wine bar featuring an a la carte menu of comfortable Spanish, French and Italian influenced selections prepared on a wood fired grill, rotisserie and imported Italian oven. Rooster's is high quality and affordable casual cuisine combined with a local Southern boy's culinary impartations. The open kitchen centered in the dining room allows the guest to view the crafting of cuisine while dining at the kitchen's antique granite countertop on a hand crafted pub bar stool. Finishes of Leather, antique stone, beautiful crafted woodwork and wrought iron parallels the artisan architecture and design with artisan, hand crafted styled cuisine.
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4. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte
4.8
Exceptional(2849)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Uptown
Booked 44 times today
Fin & Fino is a hot spot in Charlotte, praised for its 'fantastic food' and 'outstanding service'. It's a social seafood house known for its communal dining experience and 'The Treatment' menu. As one reviewer said, it's a 'great spot for after dinner drinks or a meal'. With high ratings for ambiance, food, and service, Fin & Fino is a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.
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5. Chima Steakhouse - Charlotte
4.7
Exceptional(8062)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Uptown
Booked 101 times today
Located in beautiful Center City Charlotte on 4th and Tryon, just a few blocks from Belk Theater, Over street Mall and the Bobcats Arena. Chima offers authentic Brazilian cuisine and chic dining experience. Enjoy cocktails and the best view of Uptown Charlotte in our elegant upstairs lounge.
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6. Angeline's
4.5
Awesome(1473)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Uptown
Booked 40 times today
We think of ourselves as a gathering place in Uptown Charlotte. A warm hub for locals and visitors to connect over Italian-inspired dishes made with seasonal southern ingredients. Angeline’s offers a modern, Italian-influenced menu in the form of house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas and flavorful small plates in a vibrant setting.
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7. The King's Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(2146)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Uptown
Locally-sourced, southern-inspired, mission-driven cuisine in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Whether you sit down to a heaping plate of Aunt Beaut’s pan fried chicken or opt for our Chef’s pick of fresh fish daily, know that here, our cuisine extends well beyond delicious: it is truly good for the soul. Located in the heart of uptown Charlotte with a mission of bringing hope to those most in need, King’s Kitchen is a non-profit, southern-inspired restaurant that doubles as a ministry to give hope, dignity and a warm meal to those most in need. Dine well knowing that each meal purchased directly contributes to a free meal to our homeless neighbors as well as job training to give others a new lease on life.
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8. Aria Tuscan Grill
4.6
Exceptional(4231)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Uptown
Booked 49 times today
Bringing the best ot Italy to Charlotte, Aria Tuscan Grill is Charlotte's urban neighborhood restaurant and lounge located in the heart of center city. Serving mouthwatering old word comfort food in a modern Italian setting, Aria brings the flavors & colors of Tuscany to Charlotte. Featuring a kitchen with a view, a striking wine wall that highlights a wide array of predominantly focused Italian wines, house made Limoncello, live music every weekend, a late night "Bar Bites" menu, Charlotte's only Chef's Table, a street level view of Uptown Charlotte to take in the city as you dine, and a location that is front and center to all of Charlotte's main attractions.
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9. The Cellar at Duckworth's
4.8
Exceptional(2653)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Uptown
Booked 59 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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10. Church and Union - Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(5039)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 56 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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  • Antigua
    Charlotte •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Five of us had dinner here for my parents anniversary. Started with a Coquito that was on their drink menu, this tasted like the one I had back in Puerto Rico, very authentic. We had the Paella and the Asada experience, both were delicious. Paella had fresh ingredients well seasoned and the Asada steaks were tender and cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend for any special occasion.
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    MariposaPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Uptown
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    4.4
  • Taykenia
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I totally enjoyed the drinks and the sliders were amazing
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    Aura RooftopPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Uptown
    •
    4.4
  • StephenVIP
    Charlotte •50 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    To be honest we had a great time. But. Was saved by the manager. We booked weeks ago with a credit guarantee. The girl at the front was so rude. So much we about walked out. She could not find our reservation which we found eventually which had been cancelled somehow by the restaurant. Can’t explain. But. The manager sorted. She did everything she could to prevent us having a table. Now we have notification that reservation is complete ?? Anyhow. Food and service after her was tremendous as always. Really enjoyed it. Our waiter was awesome. So this is our normal Xmas day event. Hopefully again next year and in-between.
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    Chima Steakhouse - CharlottePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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    4.7
  • JohnVIP
    Coastal Georgia •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Wonderful experience! The food, waitress, and other staff were amazing and so gracious when half our party was quite late. Thank you for a great Christmas Eve experience!
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    Fin & Fino - Uptown CharlottePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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    4.8
  • Betsy
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great service and wonderful mea! Friendly environment!
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    Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown CharlottePrice: Moderate• European• Uptown
    •
    4.8

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