New American Restaurants in Charlotte, NC

“From the ambiance, the attentive staff, exquisite food and drinks the evening was 1st Class. Not stodgy or overbearing but our needs were anticipated. The food was beyond! Thank you!“

“Cannot say enough great things about Tacos 4 Life Steele Creek! The food is delicious, the employees are so kind and attentive, and the service is quick! I go at least once a week, if not more! 10/10“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This place has it all! Mondays are a blast with Music Bingo – the perfect way to kick off the week. The drinks are top notch 🍹, the menu is phenomenal (seriously, everything we tried was delicious 😋), and the energy is always on point. Come the weekend, the dance floor comes alive 💃🕺 with parties that keep everyone moving. A spot that nails food, fun, and music – can’t wait to come back!“

“My brother and I had, if not, the best experience dining in Charlotte here at Rada. The hospitality out of the gate was undeniable with remembered faces and full name greetings at the door, not to mention we were sat immediately (although volume and atmosphere made it seem like a full house…design with intent).

We dined on a night they were running a collaborative menu with another chef, Cristian Medrano, and every dish that hit the table was phenomenal. The aged duck and fried sweetbread are a must.

Something I personally took note of was the wine list they carried, providing wines that are not usually listed in restaurants across the city/state. They have a unique international range, covering most regional and profile differences which made it an exciting read.

Lastly, the hospitality from Eloy (the owner) and Erika (our server) was outstanding. The floor staff here has some of the most operationally efficient systems in place and still seamlessly maintained top-tier hospitality.

Thank you team. We will be back soon.“

“I visited for the first time today, and the food and service are amazing! I will be back! Get that Big Bruh Burger combo!“

“Another pleasant experience!!! The food was great as was the service and atmosphere. Will definitely continue dining at my favorite spot for tacos!!!🌮 👍“

“Wonderful owners who are professional, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do. Highly recommend supporting their business!“

“I ate my food so fast that I didn't get a picture, that's how good it is. I had it as catering for an event and I was so happy. Ended up going up for seconds so I could have a taco with the delicious chipotle sauce 🤤 From what I heard, the prices are reasonable and they are easy to work with. Can't wait to try it on my own at their home location.“

“Wow! Wow! Wow! We had the most spectacular experience tonight! We ordered the wedge salad to spilt, the Salmon entree and a feature consisting of a ribeye and a crab cake! The flavors surpassed our expectations and every bite we were looking at each other like “what?!” Compliments to the chef and to our server, Peter. Trust us, GO AND ASK FOR PETER! We will be back and we’ll be dreaming about our meal till then!“

“very nice experience on this diner because fast delivery and deliciouses food“

“The gnocchi is always amazing. You can never go wrong with that. The service is impeccable in this little restaurant.“

“Love Para! Great staff and Menu!!“

“Wonderful Anniversary dinner! Service was excellent and the food was 10! We drove from Asheville to charlotte and very happy we chose Oak Steakhouse.“

“Amazing food, wine, service and ambience. Great spot for date night.“

“I always have an amazing experience at Fumee’s. The customer service is consistently great, and I genuinely have a good time every time I visit. The music is always on point, and front door security Larry deserves a special shoutout—he’s cool, respectful, and really knows how to brighten the night with great energy and laughter makes everyone feel welcome. Can’t wait to come back!“

“We had a lovely dinner here. Really enjoyed the bread, the goat cheese started and the crab cake. My husband had the burger and the cesar salad and those were very good too. The service was great, same with the food presentation and the atmosphere. We will be back soon!“

“Salutations! What a wonderful evening we had that was elevated by our server, Carli. She has wonderful decorum and carries herself and represents Stir in the highest light. Carli and the exquisite service that she delivered amplified our experience— a rare quality to be found. The food was delicious and elegantly presented and served. The artisan ice extrapolations, performed table side - again by Carli- offered an elegant and entertaining prologue to the divine Stir Old Fashion. Cuisine and atmosphere were delish. Thank you Carli for the above and beyond and fabulous personality and wit. See you again soon!“

“I had the Island Ribeye with asparagus, she had the Cedar Baked Salmon. With a glass of white wine and a "Perfect Manhattan", it was certainly a night to remember. Great spot!“

“Visiting Charlotte from New Hampshire, but had scouted out this place before we came. Interestingly enough, it appeared on the list of recommended places from our Airbnb hosts as well. We are very into the farm to table movement, big time Farmers market shoppers ourselves as well. The staff was very friendly, and more importantly, knowledgeable about the menu. Everything was excellent. They were very helpful in accommodating a honey allergy, even whipping up an alternative dressing for the salad we ordered. For the record, the kale salad we had was beyond exceptional. I am not exaggerating when I say that is was the best salad I have eaten in my 65 years! Recommended unconditionally. A must-stop for our next trip to Charlotte.“

“A great place for a Friday night dinner….delicious seared flounder with lentils & asparagus 😋“

“Incredible food, history, atmosphere, art, music and service. Best dining experience I’ve had in a long time and best dining experience to be had in Charlotte period.“

“Our non profit hosted a volunteers appreciation event here last Thursday and i can’t say enough good things about how well it went. The food was delicious and plentiful and our server Barrett was the absolute best! He took such good care of us and made great drink recommendations, especially with one of our volunteers who is celiac and can’t have any gluten.“

“Uh yeah - just go…amazing“

“Great food and great service. Got there with a reservation and we were seated within about 5 minutes of our reservation time. It was pretty crowded but wasn't too much of a problem.

Food was really good, got some of the shareable plates for the two of us to share, the brussel sprouts were great and loved the short rib croquettes.

The cocktail menu was extensive and the ones we tried were very good.

Even though it was crowded didn't feel like we were crowded at the table. We were able to have a good conversation without feeling like we had to worry about others hearing us.

Service was great, never waited for anything.“

“On Friday 8/23, we came to The Crunkleton on a recommendation for my daughter’s birthday and we were NOT disappointed! From the moment we walked in the atmosphere and the staff were wonderful! We had Cole as our server and regardless of how busy it was that night, he made us feel like we were his only priority. He was very knowledgeable about your massive spirit selections and I mean massive! The food was fantastic and cooked to perfection. We got the Really Good Burger and let me tell you, we said medium and it was on point! It was very well seasoned which is rare when you go out to restaurants. Then to top off the night, my daughter got the beignets with the cold brew icing, WOW! I am a sweets person and these with that icing just WOW! Cole even put a candle on the rim of the dish because it was her birthday! So, you have our business any time we are in Charlotte! I just can’t say enough about our experience!!! You have a great place, amazing food, a wonderful spirits collection, and definitely not last or least a fantastic server in Cole!! Thank you for making my daughter’ s birthday and my first time in Charlotte such a great memory!!!“

“The Food was the best. Staff were amazing. Our Server Ameirah was the bomb !It was worth the 4 hr drive.“

“Tried Chex Grill in Indian Trail today and let me just say… the food was SLAPPIN 😮‍🔥 But the real star? Rashad. Absolute top-tier human. There was a tiny “delay” with my jerk chicken sub because they were literally making the sauce fresh (which honestly just tells me everything I need to know). I wasn’t even bothered, but Rashad went out of his way to make sure I had food at the same time as my family and surprised me with a chicken, mushroom, and cheese sub (no clue the official name but BABYYYYY… it was BUSSIN). The kindness, the thoughtfulness, the vibes were unmatched. Food was amazing, service was superb, and it’s rare to see someone care that much these days. We’ll 100% be back. Rashad, you’re doing it right 👏🏽❤️“

“Absolutely delish! The “treatment” is awesome.“

“Yesterday I organized a dinner for my family, food was very delicious and tasty. My all family told me that their staff was very professional and kind. Highly Recomended💯“

“No place better for food allergic patrons who also want delicious fare. My family and I are now your newest loyal customers and are forever grateful that our children can eat safely somewhere other than our kitchen. Absolutely delicious as well.“

“Had a engagement in a hour. in and out and great service“

“So much great food.Great service too. Nikki was the best.“

“Man… this place is hands down probably the best dining experience I’ve ever had in charlotte. The atmosphere, service, plating, menu etc are all very very impressive. The MOST impressive was Tommy and his extensive knowledge in wines and sparkling wines.. he took our table on an incredible journey pairing delicious wines and trivia with the exquisite dishes that Will and the boys prepared. I personally had the bison bolognese with handmade pasta and he brought an insanely awesome Cab out to pair it with- Dude was cruising around casually in a t-shirt absolutely OWNING his craft. Not only was my pállete entertained but we also learned a shit-ton about the wine and its origins. For the first time in 10+ years I didn’t feel like I was caught up in a get-in/get-out high dollar dining scheme- rather, it was an amazing immersive experience. If I thought I could pay double just to experience last night over again I would make multiple reservations to do so. The current menu and staff as well as management is absolutely crushing and impressing. I don’t see how this place doesn’t have a solid 5 star rating. Keep it up please! I will be back very soon.“

“Excellent Food and Excellent Service. Thank you to our waiter Owen! Karen and Carol!“

“This is my second visit and it doesn't disappoint again. The first time in Jan was so good, we have been trying to get back ever since. Finally did. Food was superb. It came out quickly and hot. Enduring was delicious and service was top notch!! The panko crusted salmon is a must. Will be back.“

“Great food and enjoy eating at the counter“

“Excellent and expedient service. Ava stopped by every 5-6 minutes to check in and was incredibly nice. Food was great and reasonably priced. Friday visit and reservations were needed to dine in for dinner, but outside seating was available for walk-ins.“

“A night to remember at The McNinch House 🌹✨ Growing up, my Dad wasn’t just an industrial engineer—he was a hobby chef with serious skills. He spent his childhood in restaurants, and at home, he brought that magic to our table. I didn’t grow up eating “normal kid food,” and to this day, he’s the best cook I know. My love for food? 100% from him. The McNinch House has been on my list for over a decade—and let me tell you, it was worth the wait. Executive Chef Eric O’Connor, who joined just a year ago, blew us away. We had the 4-course tasting menu (I truly don’t know how people survive the 5-course!), and every dish was a standout: *Corn & Clam Chowder – the cream is everything *Bone Marrow – best I’ve ever had *Lamb Lollipops (my husbands) – best I’ve ever had; perfectly cooked *Pork Wellington (my husbands) – the basil took it over the top *Snapper Succotash – the bacon made it *Crème Brûlée – perfectly done From the surprise oyster starter (cool presentation served in a shell over ice) to the palate-cleansing sorbet between courses, every detail was thoughtful and special. Chef Eric personally served our entrée—how cool is that? The service was impeccable, with a main server and 2-3 others helping throughout. At the end, they even handed me a freshly picked rose from their garden. 💐 We dined in a historic 1800s home filled with charm, and afterward strolled through the garden—flowers everywhere, twinkle lights, fountains, and the Charlotte skyline in view. I had to ask for the chef’s autograph and a photo—he’s just that good. We told him he deserves a star, and he smiled and said, “We’re on the list.” So now I’m shouting from the rooftops: let’s help make that Michelin star happen! He absolutely deserves it. Thank you, Chef Eric and the entire McNinch House team, for one of the most enchanting, romantic, and memorable meals I’ve ever had in Charlotte. The whole evening—2.5 hours of pure joy—was not just dinner, it was an experience. ❤️“

“Dot Dot Dot is one of Charlotte’s more intriguing dining and cocktail experiences - a genuinely tucked-away concept that delivers on the promise of feeling like you’ve stepped into another world entirely. Membership is required to enter, but at just $10 annually, the barrier to entry is minimal and well worth the novelty.

The non-alcoholic drink options are thoughtfully crafted, and the staff noted that their cocktails can also be prepared using NA spirits - a detail that sets this establishment apart for guests who prefer to drink mindfully without sacrificing the speakeasy experience. The cheesecake was a standout - rich, well-executed, and memorable. I visited on this occasion with less of an appetite than I would have liked, and did not get the opportunity to fully explore the main course menu, but what I sampled left a strong enough impression that a return visit is already planned. A unique and worthwhile experience in Charlotte’s dining scene.“

“I had this waiter cat and she was phenomenal!“

“I will definitely be visiting Rally again and again. The entire facility is beautiful and was just an overall great atmosphere. The staff was friendly and attentive and the food and drinks were very tasty and visually pleasing.“

“I can’t say enough wonderful things about this place! The food and service were absolutely outstanding. We shared a selection of small plates, each more delicious than the last. The restaurant’s warm and inviting atmosphere made the experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be returning soon!“

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

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“I’ve been coming to this location for 5-6 years now, the food has been consistently high quality from day one. All the dishes taste exactly how you would expect the dish to taste, but even better. Thank you for all of the years of outstanding service 🙏🏻“

“This was the BEST burger I’ve had in a long time !!! Staff was amazing !!!!“

“Southern Tier brews some of the best beer in the WORLD!!The Charlotte location is a great spot to stop in for a beer, cider or a Southern Tier mixed drink. Today, our bartender Heath worked with the kitchen to accomodate our dietary restrictions. That's TOP NOTCH customer service!!! We love Southern Tier and can't wait for Pumpking to be released.“

“Wine dinners are the best!!! Love the locals vibe and food is top notch“