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Primo Prime, Charlotte, NC

Primo Prime

4.8
4.8
558 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
We bring the best of Italy to the heart of Myers Park, offering classic Italian cuisine created from the freshest ingredients served in a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. Preview wines from our wine cellar and enjoy a cocktail before or after dinner in our cozy bar.
At Primo Prime, pride in our food, excellent service, and an inviting atmosphere never let us settle for being anything less than the best. We were featured in the South Charlotte Weekly Culinary Corner. Come on upstairs and see why they gave us five stars!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 334-3346
  • Website
    http://primoprimecharlotte.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Joe
  • Location
    116 Middleton Drive, Charlotte, NC 28207
  • Neighbourhood
    Myers Park
  • Cross Street
    Providence Road and Middleton Drive
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot that serves Primo Prime and Zio. It fills up quickly. Street parking and other surrounding parking lots may be used. Be aware of parking signs. We are located upstairs. NO ELEVATOR ACCESS.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Beef CarpaccioUS$14.00

    thinly sliced raw beef, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, capers, shallots, shaved parmigiano

    • Fritto MistoUS$15.00

      shrimp, calamari and white fish, lightly battered, hot and sweet peppers, remoulade sauce

      • Shrimp St. ThomasUS$14.00

        sautéed jumbo shrimp, whole grain Pommery mustard honey cream sauce

        • Crispy Crab CakesUS$16.00

          homemade remoulade, mixed greens

          • Eggplant RollatiniUS$12.00

            seasoned ricotta, pomodoro sauce, basil pesto

            • Spinach Ricotta GnocchiUS$13.00

              homemade cheese gnocchi, brown butter, sage and parmigiano

              Salads

              Add your choice of protein to any salad

              • ArugulaUS$10.00

                baby arugula, gorgonzola dolce, roasted pignoli, apple, balsamic vinaigrette

                • Spinach CampagnolaUS$11.00

                  baby spinach, roasted diced potatoes, goat cheese, bacon, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, fried goat cheese polpettine on top, red wine vinaigrette

                  • Buffalo MozzarellaUS$14.00

                    fresh buffalo mozzarella de campana, fresh tomato on the vine, basil, aged balsamic reduction

                    • Grilled RomaineUS$11.00

                      blue cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes, pancetta, red wine vinaigrette

                      • Traditional CaesarUS$11.00

                        homemade croutons, parmigiano

                        • Primo Prime Chopped SaladUS$11.00

                          sweet bell peppers, celery, onions, carrots, hearts of palm, sliced almonds, salami, gorgonzola, parmigiano

                          Pasta

                          • Linguine alla VongoleUS$25.00

                            clams, roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic puree, white wine

                            • Tagliatelle BologneseUS$25.00

                              meat sauce, parmigiano

                              • Capellini CapreseUS$25.00

                                homemade capellini, fresh mozzarella, grilled shrimp, cherry tomatoes

                                • Gnocchi alla CodaUS$26.00

                                  homemade potato pasta with braised oxtail

                                  • Rigatoni alla SalsicciaUS$25.00

                                    Italian sausage, mushrooms, green peas, creamy tomato sauce

                                    • Linguine al Nero CioppinoUS$36.00

                                      homemade black linguine, clams, mussels, lobster, calamari, shrimp, scallops, light spicy tomato sauce

                                      • Beef Tenderloin PappardelleUS$29.00

                                        spinach, shitake mushroom, rosato sauce

                                        Entrees

                                        • 5-Spiced Duck BreastUS$31.00

                                          sautéed spinach, fingerling potatoes, raspberry demi-glace

                                          • Pan-Seared Chicken BreastUS$29.00

                                            shiitake mushrooms crispy potato pancake, madeira wine sauce

                                            • Scottish SalmonUS$31.00

                                              butternut squash puree, crispy kale, sauteed spaghetti squash

                                              • Dover SoleUS$46.00

                                                pan-fried, haricot verts, mustard sauce

                                                • Fresh Catch of the DayUS$0.00

                                                  chef's choice upon availability

                                                  • Market PriceUS$0.00

                                                • Veal Chop MilaneseUS$46.00

                                                  bone-in, breaded, pan-fried, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes, shaved asiago cheese

                                                  • Veal FranceseUS$29.00

                                                    classic preparation, sautéed spinach, garlic mashed potatoes

                                                    • Veal PorciniUS$29.00

                                                      porcini mushrooms, light truffle cream sauce, sautéed spinach, garlic mashed potatoes

                                                      From the Grill

                                                      • Filet Alla BéarnaiseUS$38.00

                                                        8oz or 10oz classic bearnaise sauce, roasted baby carrots, grilled asparagus, roasted herb potatoes

                                                        • Rosemary Rib EyeUS$44.00

                                                          16oz Italian herbs, cabernet red wine rosemary reduction, roasted herb potatoes, haricot verts

                                                          • Bistecca Alla PepataUS$46.00

                                                            14oz black peppercorn crusted NY Strip steak, cognac cream sauce, homemade truffle oil fries

                                                            • Veal ChopUS$46.00

                                                              12oz, mushroom brandy cream sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus

                                                              • Rack of LambUS$42.00

                                                                rosemary, garlic, goat cheese polenta, grilled asparagus, mint jelly demi glace

                                                                Sides

                                                                Sides for Two – $8

                                                                • Grilled Asparagus

                                                                  • Creamed Spinach

                                                                    • Seared Mushrooms

                                                                      • Spaghetti Aioli

                                                                        • Homemade Rosemary Garlic Parmesan Fries

                                                                          • Homemade Truffle Oil Fries

                                                                            Last updated: September 8, 2023

                                                                            What 558 people are saying

                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                            4.8
                                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                            Loved For

                                                                            • Charlotte

                                                                              Italian

                                                                            • Charlotte

                                                                              Italian

                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Primo Prime is a cherished neighborhood gem, celebrated for its "spectacular" service and "delicious" food. Patrons rave about the expertly prepared dishes like lobster ravioli and beef tenderloin pappardelle. The restaurant offers a welcoming atmosphere with a classic menu and lively bar area, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

                                                                            558 Reviews

                                                                            1. Phillip

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Dallas

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great experience. Excellent food and wonderful staff. Try eating in the bar with Tommy as your server.

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                                                                            2. Lori

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Chicago

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                              Service was poor from the time we walked into the restaurant.. Booked weeks ago and we were stuck back in the corner. I requested another table, and was told there wasn't one. While I walked to restroom, there was a table back in the other side before the restrooms..

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                                                                            3. Tiara

                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on December 9, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Excellent restaurant- will definitely revisit! Great food & wine!

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                                                                            4. Nance

                                                                              Columbus

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Amanda, Caesar and Dean always make us feel welcome. The food, drinks and service are top notch. We always have fun and a delicious meal at Primo!

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                                                                            5. AnnM

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Charlotte

                                                                              33 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              33 reviews

                                                                              Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              A favorite of decades! Food fluctuates but Dean, Amanda, etc. Make it a home place!

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                                                                            6. jennifer

                                                                              Wilmington

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on December 5, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Was a little cold in the restaurant out in the sun room but everything was great as always.

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                                                                            7. Arthur

                                                                              Charlotte

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              2.0

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                                              2. Food 2
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              Ordered an old favorite - Veal Chop Milanese - it was smaller than usual & arrived soggy & cold - my dessert was forgotten, so we had to enquirer after it - it arrived after everyone was finished - server was disheveled, not in uniform & seemed overwhelmed.

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                                                                            8. JoCo

                                                                              Charlotte

                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              28 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              This was our first time at Primo Prime, and it was fabulous! We were immediately greeted upon entry, and seated at a two-top table that was awkwardly added to the end of a booth. But once we sat, it was fine. The restaurant, when full of patrons, was incredibly loud. If we return, we’d likely request a table along the front windows - seemed quieter. The noise was quickly forgotten as we began ordering. Our server, Amanda, was attentive and friendly. Our cocktails were delicious, as was the wine. Then the food. Started with a Caesar salad and grilled romaine salad. Both were excellent. Then we split the daily fish special (sea bass) and the beef tenderloin pappardelle. The pasta is quite literally the best dish I have ever eaten. One piece of the beef was fatty, but the flavor and quality were amazing. The sea bass was also excellent - perfectly cooked, and paired with a delicious lemon butter sauce with artichokes and tomatoes (which we got on the side). Already looking forward to returning.

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                                                                            9. Christian

                                                                              Charlotte

                                                                              22 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              22 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              First time dining at Primo Prime. Was a great experience! They were busy but service was still very on point (Amanda was awesome). Food was excellent and timed out well. I'd definitely tell people to come and I'll be back!

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                                                                            10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              1.0

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 1
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                              Horrible experience. I ordered a drink and they didn’t even top it off. For a drink to be 14.00 it should not be have way.

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Primo Prime does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

                                                                            Primo Prime is rated 4.8 stars by 558 OpenTable diners.

                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                            Make a reservation

                                                                            2 people
                                                                            7:00 p.m.
                                                                            Booked 15 times today

                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                            Google Map for Primo Prime

                                                                            116 Middleton Drive, Charlotte, NC 28207

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                              Providence Road and Middleton Drive
                                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                                              Myers Park
                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                              Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              Italian, Seafood, Steak
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Business Casual
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              There is a private parking lot that serves Primo Prime and Zio. It fills up quickly. Street parking and other surrounding parking lots may be used. Be aware of parking signs. We are located upstairs. NO ELEVATOR ACCESS.
                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                              Joe
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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