50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Charlotte

“As someone born and raised in Buffalo, I don’t say this lightly…these are some of the best wings I’ve ever had. I’m in Charlotte for work and stumbled upon Buffalo Eatz, and wow. The Buffalo wings were perfectly crispy with that classic, legit sauce flavor that so many places miss. The barbecue wings were just as good…smoky, saucy, and not overly sweet. And the waffle fries with cheese? Absolute comfort food perfection: crispy, seasoned right, and cheese on the side. This place understands wings. If you’re craving real Buffalo flavor in Charlotte, this is it!! 🔥🍗“

“Tried the food from halal cart truck and honestly it felt like pure comfort after a long day fresh, flavorful, and the chicken over rice was packed with taste.
The portions were generous, the sauces were amazing, and the friendly staff and warm vibe made the whole experience even better.“

“The young man who took our order was very nice!! Prices are a little high but nothing crazy. The quality is great!! The food was ready quickly and was very hot and fresh.

WARNING: go down a level (or two) in spiciness! I got the mild and it was almost too much. I like spicy! My hubby who likes very spice got the medium and it was almost too much for him.

The wimpy wasn’t hot but had a distinct flavor my 6 year old didn’t care for. I’d recommend unflavored for kids!

They had really good homemade ranch too. Ranch only $0.75!“

“I ordered through door dash the gizzards were plentiful and very tasty. I like a bit of chew. They arrived crispy, hot and flavorful! The calamari was a bit soggy. The sauce cups were delivered as promised.
The order came with eating utensils, a big plus!
I could respond on atmosphere as this was delivery. .“

“This is a great store.
It's one of the few fast food restaurants that's run by competent management. Seriously, every other fast food restaurant in this area (Huntersville, NC) has terrible service after 6:00 PM. Out of chocolate Frosties, cookies and Sprite at Wendy's, for example.
Highly recommend this Culver's for fast service and tasty food!!!“

“Omg. I am putting JJ's on the curb!! First time UBER priority $80 order from Albemarle Rd Charlotte!! Subs were awesome!!! Fresh tasting with good tomatoes (not the case with JJ. Theirs are hard and not ripe!) The roast beef was moist and meaty tasting (not the case at JJ. Theirs is slightly dry!) And the tuna!!!!! Yummy fresh. I will order again for sure.“

“Best Subs in Town!! I love the Italian on wheat“

“5 🌟 la Comida! Al 💯 el servicio!“

“Yes we definitely recommend Lee's Hoagie House in Charlotte. Always consistent with their food. We drive from Chester County for their Philly Steak and the Fries are always hot and crispy. The customer service from the ladies are always 5 Stars all the way. It is great to see a Restaurant that always deserves 5 Stars every time we go. Thanks for providing a great service 🙂“

“We had dinner tonight here. It was Fantastic. Highly recommend.“

“What stood out to me about Prina at Jersey Mike’s wasn’t just that she did her job well, it was how she carried herself. Calm, focused, steady even when it got busy. She moved between making subs, handling online orders, restocking, and keeping the counter clean without missing a beat. When she made my sub, she paid attention to every detail and even checked that everything looked right before wrapping it. The station was clean, the food was fresh, and the service felt genuine. You can tell she takes pride in her work, and people like Prina are the reason customers come back, not just for the food, but for the experience.“

“best burgers, fast, pleasant , professional service.“

“We all know what we go here for and it's not quality! Plus, the lines used to move faster then cars on I-485 during rush hour. Unfortunately, they no longer have a since of urgency at any location. What happened to the push car? Iykulyk“

“Amazing food & customer service“

“The fries are AWESOME. A little pricey though.“

“A friend strongly recommended this place for its fried chicken, and it definitely lived up to the hype. Unfortunately, we did not have a chance to dine in and had to order takeout instead. Even after bringing it back to the hotel, the chicken was still crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. I would gladly return the next time I’m in the area.“

“I received the most awesome customer service from Arboretum, Five Guys. The staff made me feel special today, and I appreciated it very much.“

“Huge thank you to the team at Chick-fil-A for the excellent service with our catering order for a party! The ordering process was simple and straightforward, the food was hot and delicious, and everything was packaged so well.

A special thank you to the manager, Brian, for providing outstanding customer service. He was friendly, professional, and made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish.

Great food and great service — we truly appreciated the experience!“

“It was amazing like Jersey Mikes always is!! So glad this location opened up close to where I live! Will be back for sure! I was patiently waiting for this one to open and I'm so glad that it is now!“

“you can create your own meal. And the staff was very nice and helpful.“

“Lov this place. Highly recommended.“

“It was the best Italian sub I have had in a very long time.“

“I had such a great experience with the team at Jersey Mike’s by my work! I needed to place a last-minute catering order for a work meeting, and they were incredibly helpful from start to finish. The staff immediately stepped in to help me make additions and adjustments to my order without any hassle. Their customer service was excellent, and they made the entire process so easy and stress-free. I truly couldn’t be more thankful for their kindness, efficiency, and willingness to help. Highly recommend!“

“Dave at the register was very helpful and nice!“

“We LOVE Jersey Mike's food and their crew! The food is always superior and the crew is so friendly and they take such good care of us. We are there every week and they cater to a garlic allergy Mark's mother has. They make everyone feel like family. I highly recommend that you stop by and pay them a visit, Tell them Kathy & Mark sent you! You will not be disappointed. Donny the manager and his crew run a tight ship and they will take great care of you! Keep up the great work everyone. We appreciate your hard work! God bless & keep you & yours... Kathy & Mark“

“Super friendly staff. Stopped in 3X during a business meeting nearby. Brenda was delightful & on duty all three times & absolutely 5-star helpful & friendly.“

“They are the best place to get your Bubble Tea fix. I have tried many other places in the area and this is the best. I drive out of my way just to drink their boba. They are locally owned and super friendly. Best in every way. I won't go anywhere else.“

“Craving a chocolate shake and the staff were so helpful. As a disabled person with vision loss they help me order a complete meal. Explain to me everything that I could have and then made sure that they brought it right to me. The staff here were second to none. I give them all the credit and patience in the world based on how rude people were when we were in there“

“🤤🤤 Some of the best food and wonderful staff!!“

“We love Chick-fil-A and so thankful for this location supporting Operation Christmas Child. Thank you to the Manager Kim and the entire staff for a great experience today. Special thanks to the young ladies in the drive thru line for spreading the word of the OCC Shoeboxes.“

“Great hamburgers, great fries and every kind of soda. The best is the extremely kind and friendly staff. My favorite place to have a cheeseburger.“

“I have celiac disease I feel safe eating here very good burgers and fries ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“As always chick fil a shows the way at every location you go to. Every restaurant establishment should take lessons. The food is great , service is top notch. Our server was Alassandra. Hayden was great also. She was on it doing a great job, with a smile and great attitude. Kudos to the chick fil a staff“

“Friendly fast service and the owner doesn’t forget your name“

“Flip-a-Lo has Charlotte’s BEST chicken strips and wings! Fresh, never frozen, chicken is seasoned to perfection, using top quality ingredients. This hidden gem is tucked away on Pineville Matthews road and is the perfect spot for everyone. Indoor/Outdoor seating available. Love supporting this small business and hope they expand to southend/uptown in the near future!“

“Upon entry, Shamya greeted me with a warm smile and a hearty welcome to Captain D’s. The hostess—whose name I didn’t catch—was just as friendly and inviting. Shamya was personable, attentive, and provided everything I needed with genuine kindness.
The entire team created a positive atmosphere. I could hear laughter coming from the kitchen, which spoke volumes about their teamwork and morale. Even the young man cleaning the tables was pleasant and spoke with kindness.
This is the level of customer service that’s been missing in restaurants for a long time. Thank you all for such a truly pleasant experience!“

“Love Jersey Mikes. This was clean, staff was quick, food was fresh. would go back when I'm in the area.“

“I always have great experiences and great food at the Arboretum Chick-fil-A, and the employees are always so friendly. Today, I ordered a Coke, and after I had already driven away, I noticed it tasted like it barely had any syrup in it. I wasn’t upset about it and honestly just didn’t drink it, but I did want to call and let them know in case there was an issue with the machine. I left a voicemail, and Peyton promptly called me back. In his message, he explained that I was correct — the syrup had run out — and that he had already educated the team members on checking and changing it when needed. He also went out of his way to add rewards to my app for the inconvenience. Peyton truly went the extra mile to make things right, even though I wasn’t overly concerned about the issue to begin with. He was incredibly friendly, professional, and thoughtful in the way he handled everything. Y’all have a great employee in Peyton, and I wanted to make sure he gets the shoutout he deserves!“

“My son and I traveled from Kings Mountain just for MOD pizza. The regional director, Leon was there and heard us talk about how far we came just for them and he gave us a free pizza along with our purchase. LaTifah (not sure of spelling) was exceptional, knowledgeable, friendly, and delivered fabulous customer service skills.“

“Thank you for a really good meal that was delicious and healthy conscious. The Gyro was also filling. Thanks again.“

“I ordered on the app for drive thru pickup. It was 3:30 on Sunday afternoon. The store wasn't busy.
My roast beef sandwich was delicious. I got potato cakes and they looked and tasted old... not freshly prepared.
I an a fan of Arby's in general but this wasn't my best experience.“

“Good food fast. Thanks for the tasty breakfast.“

“Great burgers and good to eat before the flight :-)“

“Excellent customer service and the best prepared food!“

“Walked in in-between a layover to get some food.

Asked the host for a recommendation and was recommended the Krakow sausage.

Food was really good, but the wait was around 40 minutes. From the looks of it, the kitchen was busy. Only reason why it's 4 stars. Could've easily been 5 without the wait.

Good spot for food although the sausage itself was a little small for the price. Fantastic taste packed into it though.“

“Love this new location! The staff is so friendly and provides great service. Food comes out fast and the inside has always been very clean.“

“Leevi in the drive through absolutely made my day, he was collected, understood the order from the jump and didn’t have to ask twice chick fil a’s customer service standards really shine through this guy, I’m shocked he isn’t a manager. Food was alright, but the quality of service was incredible. 100 percent will return. 😼“

“A little bit of a wait with the drive-thru today, no big deal, it's expected. But I wanted to take the time as I'm sitting in the drive-thru waiting to get my food to shout out Anna (running one of the drive-throughs) She was super kind and very friendly. She seemed like she really enjoyed her job and wanted to be there. You don't see that much anymore. I hope you get that 2nd ear piercing, girl! 🥰“

“Had a really great experience here. The atmosphere was amazing—super welcoming and comfortable, which made everything even better. The service stood out the most though. Chanel was incredible—very friendly, helpful, and made sure everything was taken care of. Definitely appreciate the energy and professionalism. I’ll be coming back for sure!“

“If you've never been; my advice is to make it a double...the patties are super thin...But, delicious 😋“