Best Lunch Restaurants in Steele Creek

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

CharlotteRock Hill, South Carolina

Neighbourhoods

BallantyneBelmontCharlotteCharlotte Douglas Int'l AirportCotswoldDilworth

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

67 restaurants available nearby

A photo of 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK restaurant

1. 800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARK

4.5

Awesome(1312)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 31 times today

Founded in 2011 by Chef Anthony Carron, 800 DEGREES focuses on pure ingredients and a custom wood-fired oven. Our scratch dough, locally sourced produce, and artisan meats and cheeses create a unique, smoky taste in every dish. From hand-made pizzas to wild-caught salmon, every bite will leave you wanting more. BAR ONE Lounge, a Los Angeles concept now in Charlotte at Phillips Place, is attached to 800 DEGREES. It's perfect for late-night cocktails and fine dining, with a full dinner menu served until 2 AM. The lounge features high-back leather booths, walnut tables, intimate lighting, and art-filled walls, delivering an exclusive yet casual experience. Enjoy classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Vesper Martini, or French 75. Join us for lunch, dinner, or a late-night rendezvous at BAR ONE Lounge or 800 DEGREES in South Park.

A photo of Coquette - Uptown Charlotte restaurant

2. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(549)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 37 times today

Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Coquette offers the charm of an old-world French buvette with a vibrant, casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet morning with a fresh almond croissant on our patio or savoring an evening apéro, Coquette is the perfect escape. Our menu is complemented by classic French cocktails and a wine list curated by Advanced Sommelier Fabien Boudart. Discover our monthly wine classes and exclusive wine club, designed for wine enthusiasts and those new to the experience. As owner Jill Marcus shares, “Coquette isn’t just for French cuisine aficionados. It’s for anyone curious and ready to explore the flavors of France.” Join us for lunch Tuesday-Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

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3. Rooster's Ballantyne

4.5

Awesome(195)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Ballantyne

Booked 68 times today

Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen is thrilled for its first expansion since 2012, opening at The Bowl at Ballantyne with more than 30 years of culinary tradition and craftsmanship under its belt. Rooster's is known for elevated simplicity with dishes that allow seasonal, often locally sourced ingredients to shine. With this location, Rooster's debuts a refreshed approach to interior design with a nod to the outdoors and the recreation of fly fishing. Enjoy signature dishes that showcase humble comforts, such as rotisserie chicken, hanger steak, grilled salmon, Margaux's succotash, mac & cheese, butter wilted spinach, and more in a relaxed, light-filled dining space or on the expansive patio.

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4. Limani - Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(1050)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • South Charlotte

Booked 32 times today

Limani, a Mediterranean seafood restaurant focusing on traditional Greek specialties. We have come across a plethora of products that allows the Mediterranean diet to take its rightful place in the culinary landscape. Whether it is the premium first-pressed, cold-pressed olive oil from the Kalamata, jewels of fish and seafood, or local organic vegetables, to special items such as the capers from Santorini or the Saffron from Kozani you will find it at Limani.

A photo of North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne restaurant

5. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

4.5

Awesome(446)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 71 times today

Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Pork Milanese, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Braised Short Rib Lumache that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

A photo of RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Charlotte restaurant

6. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(4423)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 124 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Charlotte, a 50,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.For group dining inquiries, please email: charlottehospitality@rh.com

A photo of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Fort Mill restaurant

7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Fort Mill

4.6

Exceptional(460)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Fort Mill

Booked 86 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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8. Gallery Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1934)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballantyne

Booked 10 times today

Gallery Restaurant serves contemporary American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Menus change seasonally to provide fresh regional ingredients. An exclusive art display from a local gallery establishes an authentic gallery feel. Enjoy an impressive wine selection honored as a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Gallery Bar offers a casual option for lunch and dinner and has an extensive Whiskey collection. Diners enjoy monthly culinary events and seasonal Al fresco dining. Private dining offers an elegant space for small social events and meetings up to 20 guests. Gallery Restaurant is located at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte on the corner of Johnston Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. Dress code is business casual or nice dress, no baseball caps please.

A photo of Sixty Vines - Charlotte Southend restaurant

9. Sixty Vines - Charlotte Southend

4.8

Exceptional(826)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Southend

Booked 133 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.

A photo of Napa at Stonecrest restaurant

10. Napa at Stonecrest

4.4

Awesome(334)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Ballantyne

Booked 28 times today

At Napa Bistro & Wine Bar at Stonecrest, 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 Bistro & Wine Bar 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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KathyVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was a little loud, but the food was good and not too pricey!
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Rooster's BallantynePrice: Expensive• American• Ballantyne
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4.5
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KyleVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Paulina was great - everything she recommended was brilliant. Terrific ambiance, lovely staff and the food... was unreal. 10/10
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Limani - CharlottePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• South Charlotte
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4.7
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Jamil
Charlotte •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Server was attentive, polite, and helpful with making selections from the menu.
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North Italia - Charlotte - BallantynePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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OpenTable DinerVIP
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My husband and I have always loved coming here for drinks and pizza. I'm now pregnant, so we decided to give their mocktails a try for the first time. Finally found some good mocktails in Charlotte!! I already knew I loved this place, but this was icing on the cake. 10/10.
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800 DEGREES | BAR ONE Lounge - SOUTH PARKPrice: Expensive• American• SouthPark
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4.5
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Frans
Charlotte •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Service was pretty good, and the food fantastic. You have to ask for a sharp knife.
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Coquette - Uptown CharlottePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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4.8

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