Best Casual Restaurants in Wedgewood

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1. The Goodyear House

4.6

Exceptional(1529)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • NODA

Booked 29 times today

Welcome to The Goodyear House, nestled in the vibrant NODA neighborhood, just a stone’s throw away from Uptown. Led by the culinary prowess of Executive Chef Chris Coleman, a champion on Food Network’s Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and SuperChef, our restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. Indulge in our menu featuring casual elevated cuisine, expertly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or a light bite, our diverse offerings cater to every palate. Relish the charming ambiance of our beautiful patio as you sip on handcrafted cocktails and savor delectable dishes. As part of NODA, the city’s premier arts and entertainment district, The Goodyear House invites you to immerse yourself in a culinary journey like no other. Book your table today and join us for an unforgettable dining experience.

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2. Fahrenheit - Charlotte

4.2

Awesome(7841)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 49 times today

Located in Uptown Charlotte, Rising Star Chef, Rocco Whalen, a Wolfgang Puck protégé, will blow you away with his approachable and cutting edge cooking style.Taste Rocco's contemporary cuisine with its Mediterranean & Asian accents & you'll know why Esquire declared him a "Chef to Keep Your Eye On". Fahrenheit is equipped with a full service bar complete with a la carte dining, private dining rooms available for large parties and the most breathtaking view of Charlotte’s beautiful skyline from every table in the restaurant! Non smoking. We require business casual attire for all of our guests. Persons in t-shirts, ball cap style hats, excessively revealing clothing or workout attire may not be admitted. Please note, management reserves the right to change and /or update the Dress Code at any time. Please note that we do not guarantee outside seating, and any seating requests are not guaranteed.

3. Indaco- Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(1084)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southend

Booked 38 times today

Located at Atherton Mill in Charlotte's historic South End neighborhood, Indaco (Italian for "indigo") serves Italian cuisine. Wood-fired pizzas, hand-crafted pastas, housemade salami and cured sausages fill the restaurant's menu which can be enjoyed family-style or a la carte. With an open kitchen, and a comfortable atmosphere, Indaco can seat approximately 85 guests inside for a casual night of food and drinks. The wine list is focused on affordable Italian varietals, the Gin & Tonic cocktail is on tap, and the fresh sodas are made in-house. Large windows fill the restaurant with natural light that reflects off the white subway tile, wood accents and butcher block tables. An open kitchen invites guests to keep an eye on the action while enjoying the sights and smells of Italian cooking. During warmer months, a 44-seat patio invites guests to dine al fresco.

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4. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(576)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 67 times today

Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

5. Customshop

4.8

Exceptional(1756)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Elizabeth

Booked 46 times today

Customshop is a chef-driven restaurant that showcases local farms and purveyors in an effort to bring our guests the highest quality ingredients within our community. Executive Chef and Owner Andres Kaifer along with his team believe in crafting honest straightforward food with an elevated modern touch that delivers something truly unique. Weekly menu changes allow us to highlight the seasonality of food and the beauty of North Carolina produce, seafood, and specialty items. With stylistic inspiration from Spain, Italy, and France, our neighborhood restaurant aims to make everyone feel welcome. We are proud to offer a seasonal cocktail menu that also takes an ingredient-first approach and looks to mirror the creativity and ingenuity of our culinary team. Our wine list is curated around a balance of old-world staples as well as new and emerging producers pushing the envelope. We cannot wait to serve you on your next date night, post-work drinks with friends, or at a family celebration.

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6. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5018)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 59 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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7. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2760)

Price: Moderate

• European • Uptown

Booked 47 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.

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2376)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southend

Booked 56 times today

O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

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9. North Italia - Charlotte - South End

4.5

Awesome(1626)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Charlotte

Booked 72 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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10. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

4.4

Awesome(2258)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 71 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced.Please arrive on time with all members in your party present. We will cancel reservations 15 minutes after the scheduled time. In compliance with the NC mandate please wear a mask upon entry and when moving around the restaurant. Our patio is covered, but it is not heated. We look forward to seeing you soon!Reservations recommended on the weekend.

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Jazmine
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Absolutely loved it here! The food is delicious especially the steak and frites or fish and chips ohhh and I can’t forget the pizza my goodness phenomenal! Will now be a staple restaurant to go to uptown. Our server Jensen was super lovely too.
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Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Southend
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4.5
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Khushwant
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fahrenheit is one of our favorite spots in Charlotte for a high-end dining experience. The rooftop views are absolutely stunning, making every visit feel special. The food is always top-notch—beautifully presented and full of flavor. The service is attentive and friendly, adding to the warm and sophisticated atmosphere. Whether it’s a family outing or a special occasion, Fahrenheit never disappoints!
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Fahrenheit - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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4.2
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Amanda
Charlotte •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was phenomenal, the service was some of the best we’ve had in Charlotte, and the ambiance was perfect!
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CustomshopPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Elizabeth
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4.8
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Kamryan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
The food was amazing. We were celebrating my boyfriend’s birthday and they gave him a birthday gift and they gave said a free dessert and a free side of potatoes. The service was great and it was a very romantic place to have dinner. We will definitely be coming back.
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Indaco- CharlottePrice: Moderate• Italian• Southend
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4.8
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Viktoria
Coastal Georgia •1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
Had a great time! Leah our server was kind and attentive and answered all our weird questions! The food was amazing can’t get over the bread for the table, the warm cheese and both our entrees were excellent! Wish I had a bigger stomach! Compliments to the Chef! The seasonal cocktails were also so great! Love the fall/winter energy just what we were looking for! Thank you Leah and the staff at The Goodyear House! We will be back for sure!
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The Goodyear HousePrice: Moderate• Southern• NODA
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4.6

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35 restaurants available nearby

1. The Goodyear House

2. Fahrenheit - Charlotte

3. Indaco- Charlotte

4. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

5. Customshop

6. Church and Union - Charlotte

7. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

9. North Italia - Charlotte - South End

10. Tupelo Honey - Uptown Charlotte

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