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Zinicola, Charlotte, NC

Zinicola

4.6
4.6
1118 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Zinicola is located in Ballantyne Village across from Ballantyne hotel. Stop by and enjoy our modern Italian food by Chef and owner Richard Cranmer.
We make our pastas from scratch, just like my Nonna.

Our menu changes seasonally

www.zinicolaitalian.com


Zinicola also has a full bar, great wine and cocktail list. Located in front of the restaurant, a new patio with its own bar lends more seating.

Zinicola is great for large groups, meeting, parties, and private dining.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (980) 299-2979
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Cranmer
  • Private party facilities
    Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Ballantyne
  • Cross Street
    The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
  • Parking details
    Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    US$90.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us and celebrate the new year with family and friends and enjoy our 3 course prix fixe menu! APPETIZERS Winter Salad Clams Casino Chestnut Soup Mushroom and Truffle Arancini ENTREES* 8 oz. Filet Mignon - $90 Duck Breast - $85 Grouper - $80 Wild Mushroom Pappardelle - $70 DESSERT Chocolate Cake Olive Oil Cake Lemon Tart * Price includes choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert. Taxes and gratuity not included. For full menu description please visit our Facebook and Instagram pages!
  • Christmas Eve

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Come Celebrate Christmas Eve with us where we will be featuring our Feast of Seven Fishes menu! Clams Casino $12 - Crispy Pancetta, Bread Crumb, Champagne Butter Cioppino $44 - Shrimp, Scallops, Mussels, Crab, Lobster Broth, Tomato Sauce, Chili Flake, Lemon Zest Shrimp Scampi $28 - Garlic, White Wine, Fettuccine Scallop Crudo $16 - Citrus, Olive Oil, Toasted Pistachio, Red Pepper Flake Whole Roasted Branzino $42 - Ladolemono, Roasted Potatoes, Capers, Green Beans Crab Cakes $14 - Romesco, Arugula, Pickled Onion Nero Risotto $25 - Squid and Kale

What 1,118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zinicola offers a delightful blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, featuring "wonderful food" and "amazing fresh pasta." Guests praise the "excellent service" and consistent quality, with standout dishes like the short rib ravioli and beet salad. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it perfect for special occasions or casual dining alike.

1,118 Reviews
  1. Erika

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The bartender Victor was friendly and prompt. He made excellent lemon drop martinis. The bread was baked in a pizza oven and served with dipping oil and was amazing. I had delicious mushroom risotto topped with chicken. I’ll definitely go back!

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  2. Zully

    VIP

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our favorite restaurants in Ballantyne. The food & service is always Excellent!!

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  3. Kathy

    VIP

    Charlotte

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zinicola continues to be one of our FAVORITE Restaurants in Charlotte! 😁

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  4. Annie

    VIP

    Charlotte

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have loved dining at Zinicola over the years, but the last two times have been disappointing. Last night, our Caesar salad was not fresh. The lettuce was limp and some of it was brown. (It seemed as though it had been made ahead of time.)The bus boy seemed very anxious to take the bread away. We hadn’t even received our salads when he asked if we were done with it. I had the bolognese, which was fine and my husband had the scallops, which again, were fine. I used to see the chef standing in the kitchen, but haven’t for quite some time. Is he still there or has he left? Anyway, we won’t be going back for a long time, I’m sorry to say.

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  5. Yefim

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The only other thing - would be nice if they had some background music

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  6. Tom

    VIP

    Charlotte

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The food was very good. Service friendly and efficient. If there was any hiccup it was that my dish was served to me at too high of a temperature. It cooled down and was delicious

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  7. Fuad

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found it online and was not disappointed. Highly recommended.

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  8. steven

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service are always exceptional. My sister and brother-in-law from out of town really enjoyed Zinicola.

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  9. Kathryn

    New York City

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Calamari was cooked perfectly. Entree was extremely salty. Pleasant atmosphere.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience. All the dishes we tried were amazing. We will definitely return.

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FAQs

Zinicola does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Zinicola also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 299-2979.

Zinicola is rated 4.6 stars by 1118 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 11 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zinicola

14835 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
  • Neighbourhood
    Ballantyne
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Cranmer
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (980) 299-2979
  • Private party facilities
    Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.
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