50 Best Bars in Charlotte

“Five stars for Jillian! We visited the rooftop bar and she absolutely made our evening. From the moment we sat down, she was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without ever hovering. Her cocktail recommendations were spot-on — she clearly knows the menu inside and out — and she timed everything perfectly, even as the bar filled up. It’s rare to get service that feels this effortless and personal at a busy spot. Jillian is a true professional and a huge asset to this place. We’ll be back, and we’ll be asking for her section.“

“Love Para! Great staff and Menu!!“

“#1 place in clt. be there or be a ken main“

“Food and service amazing However : Server totally ignored me and only talked to my daughter. Also we were asked to leave when they started to get busy. Music was loud and even my twenty something old daughter thought it was awful. Those things would prevent me from going back or recommending it to anyone else“

“We had the best experience with your great bartender Emmet . He was so fun and helpful. Food and drinks did not disappoint!“

“Tyler took care of us. My Celiac situation was handled with attention. The food came out fast and hot, and my husband and granddaughter loved the Keylime pie. Very much recommended and we will certainly go back.“

“Really fun cocktail lounge with a huge selection, so there’s something for everyone. I also loved the atmosphere. It’s a really neat spot without feeling pretentious. Definitely has a “come as you are” kind of vibe.“

“This is a first class joint! I love to come to here to have a great time. It is clean and everyone is super respectful ! Drinks are excellent .“

“Quick lunch bite… Friendly and attentive bartender… Great environment… Might just end up back there tonight.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Catalina Kitchen + Bar in Charlotte delivered an incredible happy hour tonight. The specials did not disappoint. The crispy Brussels sprouts were a standout with a huge serving and layers of flavor that kept getting better with every bite. The giant heap of Parmesan fries was exactly that… a mountain of hot bistro fries with rich parmesan and truffle aioli. Easily enough for the table. The roasted beets came in a smaller, more delicate portion but were packed with flavor and felt really thoughtfully prepared. The California deviled eggs were beautifully presented and came as two, just right for a quick bite. The atmosphere was lively with an earthy feel and an open view of the kitchen that added to the experience. The staff was amazing from start to finish. Overall an excellent visit and absolutely worth stopping by, especially during happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 pm!“

“Great local music. Eclectic group“

“We visited Charlotte for the Nascar Roval race and we were lucky enough to find this bar. We flew over from Dublin, and believe me Dublin has some good bars however this was one of the top bars I ever visited. Great value beer, full of friendly folk, great music and brilliant atmosphere. You guys from Charlotte are blessed to have this bar and a great backstory.“

“un buen sitio para compartir con personas especiales y un agradable ambiente además excelente atención“

“Really nice outdoor fun with good drinks“

“Excellent food & service. Gorgeous courtyard with jazz guitarists 2 Wednesdays a month from 7-9.“

“Love the Ginger Ale I bought at Publix in Alabama!“

“Great casual place. Service is awesome. Locally owned Bartender Joe is fabulous“

“Flowers, plants and beer/wine! What more to life could you want?!“

“Stopped in for drinks and ended up staying longer than planned. The staff were welcoming and made us feel comfortable from the start. The cocktails were well prepared. It’s the kind of place to listen to good music and get on the dance floor and have some fun!“

“un buen sitio para compartir con personas especiales y un agradable ambiente además excelente atención“

“Amazing customer service and suburb organic quality drinks beyond expectations. Highly recommend. Thank you!!“

“We needed a Gluten Free option and the usuals are getting old! The Steak sandwich on a GF bun was delicious! It fit the bill perfectly for what we were seeking. The Parmesan potato’s pancake was cooked to perfection. The only adjustments I would make was (when the steak was after the server asked and the steak was ordered medium, that it should have at least some pink), but it was tender and flavorful. The multi-server thing got confusing. One person took drink order, another delivered (1 was incorrect), another ran the food and we were not told of the multi-layered service). Everyone was nice, it was just a little confusing and no one ever asked about drink refills and when the coffee cup was empty there was no one around for a long time. But… we still like the food, prices, atmosphere, options, and consistency.“

“Narragansett and a shot of goldschlager for 9 bucks, who can argue against that? Bartenders are nice and attentive, and if the weather is nice enough, the outdoor seating area is a great spot to enjoy the food you got somewhere else. They do have uncrustables if you arrive unprepared, though.“

“Belissima! Vibes and decorè, unmatched! Its sexy, sleak, and a lil sultry. The back lighting at night is gorgeous. It creates a very intimate vibe. The food is small plates so don't belive you're going to feast. My only draw back was flavor. When it said SPICE I was expecting an indulgent amount of SPICE with unique flavor compliments. Being internationally inspired I guess I was reaching. I will say that the food presentation was beautiful.“

“First I drove 2 hours to try this place one way- the food, atmosphere and staff was amazing. I have never had such great food and service for a long time. I would make the drive again, well worth the drive!!!!“

“Love this place. Great atmosphere, menu, drinks and most of all great staff. I stopped in last week to pick up gift cards for the holiday and they were having an issue with the system. The manger explained the situation and offered alternatives. I chose to come back this week to purchase the cards and the manager remembered me and thanked me for returning as did the bartender. If you’ve never been, give it a try. I can almost guarantee you’ll return too.“

“We hosted our book club social here tonight and had an amazing experience! The staff was incredibly accommodating, friendly, and provided excellent customer service from start to finish. The Craft 75 was absolutely delicious and definitely a highlight of the night. Everyone in our group had a wonderful time, and we’re already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend!“

“This place is back! The food and service Was Michelin star quality ! It’s a must try . #yum“

“Took myself on a solo date back in August during a quick trip to Charlotte and it was great! The espresso Martini flight special (only $20 on Mondays) was delish! My food was also excellent. My server/bartender was amazing! I wish I remembered her name since she was super sweet. It was a little pricey but worth it, definitely recommend!“

“We stopped for dinner with 4 young kids after traveling in the car all day. They were fantastic and accommodating even though most people wouldn't bring their kids! The food was phenomenal and prices were great. Thank you for a great experience!“

“Gallery House just happened to be one of those bars you may stumble across after bar hopping or a night out.
It's not far from all the main bars near downtown but not in the heart of it and that's what I liked!
It's a small stylish and colorfully decorated little bar with live DJ.
They offer a range of drinks included alcoholic, non alcoholic and THC/CBD infused seltzer or mocktails. Drinks were standard pricing as other bars and I would dare to say possibly a little cheaper.
It was a Friday night and compared to the other bars we visit prior it wasn't as packed. We found seating and it seemed to be an older crowd wanting to get out, still have a drink without all the chaos and I truly enjoyed that, too.
Since this is located downtown parking is limited or expensive depending on time of day or day of the week.
Compare to all the bars in the area; this one I'd say is by far the best one if you're looking for something calm, chilled with great drinks and good service!
Id recommend anyone to checkout Gallery House if you're in the area.“

“Absolutely awesome place, possibly the best nachos in ballantyne if not all of Charlotte. Also, it is one of the best places to watch the Commanders. Great atmosphere, awesome specials…..Go Commanders!“

“amazing experience food amazing and the service exceptional!!“

“Incredibly fun experience and delicious food! We will be coming back in the future! The crispy pork belly is out of this world!!!“

“Sadly, the pretzel was OVERly salty.“

“The food was excellent. I ordered a hot honey type chicken slider that I would return for. My wife got a Philly cheesesteak I believe. Great flavor. Atmosphere and location is great. We had drinks at a local bar then walked her for a nice meal. Would return.“

“The Atmosphere was everything, Not to mention the Awesome Customer service that Me and My Daughter Received with a Smile..We didn't stay for The Entertainment but will definitely visit again for that 😀“

“Full disclosure, I have not been here yet, however with David running the show over there I'm sure he's crushing it like everywhere he goes, I was fortunate to be his boss at Whiskey Tango years ago. One of the best bartenders I have worked with ( in all my years and that's a lot) With David though, as a bartender you're never really his boss, not that he doesn't listen he just really doesnt need direction. IHes that good. Keep on rocking it there sir.“

“Love the 80s arcade games …MTV generation playground!!! Great cocktails!“

“Why are there not more spots like this in Charlotte?!Franks truly encapsulates “local” and I wish more places could capture that feel.

We came for the Metzgers bagels and stayed for the coffee and vibe. Such an enjoyable experience watching the revolving door of neighbors coming in. Everyone was treated as if they knew them for a long time. Big energy and lots of dogs. Left saying I wish we had something like this in our neighborhood.“

“Great place for cigar smokers“

“This place is not the place to go. Been going here for years but would not recommend. Spend your money elsewhere. They increased costs for pool and decreased service and increased costs for pool, etc. rude bartenders, horrible service, would not recommend.“

“Love the atmosphere. Great customer service m. Good food and the coffee was out of this world. Will be coming back with friends. 1st time I have been here“

“Michelle is the absolute best. I love this woman. All though I don't get out no more, she always make it her business to share her events with me.THATS A REAL BOSS. IM COMING SIS����#ImHer#1Fan4Li“

“Great view, comfortable, polite bar tenders. Great drinks“

“Yes a place where you meet your friends and cold Beer..“

“Fun club in Charlotte with outside areas to hang out and a cool room to see bands.“

“Had the absolute best visit - came back for a second time and can’t wait to plan the next! Alyssa & Bianca behind the bar were the absolute sweetest, wonderful service & extremely friendly. Debbie at the front desk was also lovely! So helpful and attentive! Would highly recommend!“

“Great place to grab a beer and a bite before a show at Knight Theater. Same menu as QCBC next door. Quick service, good vibe.“