Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Charlotte

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Mariposa

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown

Booked 20 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. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2800)

Price: Moderate

• European • Uptown

Booked 46 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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3. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2853)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 34 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.

4. Aura Rooftop

4.4

Awesome(353)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Aura Rooftop is awaiting Springs return and will be re-blossom again in March 2025. 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!

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5. Chima Steakhouse - Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(8078)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 79 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.

6. Angeline's

4.5

Awesome(1479)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 35 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. McCormick & Schmick's - Charlotte (Uptown)

4.5

Awesome(3594)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 17 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Charlotte restaurant is uniquely designed to create an inviting, original and relaxed atmosphere, where guests can enjoy the highest quality dining experience. The menu is printed twice daily, featuring the signature “Fresh Fish” highlighting an impressive number of fresh seafood varieties, in addition to aged steaks, poultry, entrée salads and pasta. McCormick & Schmick's commitment to local freshness is apparent in the seasonally inspired dishes and regionally inspired preparations offered.

8. Aria Tuscan Grill

4.6

Exceptional(4243)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 53 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(2671)

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(5050)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 33 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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Ian
Charlotte •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was a special dinner with my family in town, so we wanted to take them to one of our favorite restaurants. Our server Cindy was so kind, personable, and attentive! She truly made the whole experience so special. All of the food was delicious, especially the Moroccan pie and the beef cheeks, and it arrived promptly -- we were never kept waiting. The intimate atmosphere and elegant decor of Mariposa are two of the biggest draws for us. We'll be back the next time we feel like getting fancy and celebrating.
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MariposaPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Uptown
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4.4
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Cynthia
Charlotte •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a date night a couple nights ago and everything was very lovely. Our server Alex did amazing even though he was very new. Our steaks were good perfectly and the gauchos gave great service. Love silvestre the head gaucho.
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Chima Steakhouse - CharlottePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.7
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angela
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We typically go to dinner at Rooster’s prior to a Bluementhal show. The experience is mostly always good, with the exception of a couple of hiccups. Hiccups are usually addressed by management, so we continue to support. I would recommend Rooster’s for the good food, convenience and ambience.
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Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown CharlottePrice: Moderate• European• Uptown
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4.8
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Alison
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 Jan 2025
Excellent food, service and atmosphere! Highly recommend!!
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Fin & Fino - Uptown CharlottePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.8
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Taykenia
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
I totally enjoyed the drinks and the sliders were amazing
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Aura RooftopPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Uptown
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4.4

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Mariposa

2. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

3. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

4. Aura Rooftop

5. Chima Steakhouse - Charlotte

6. Angeline's

7. McCormick & Schmick's - Charlotte (Uptown)

8. Aria Tuscan Grill

9. The Cellar at Duckworth's

10. Church and Union - Charlotte

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