Rada
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We had the anchovy toast, celery salad, beef tartare, pork sausage w/lima beans and mackerel.
Everything was excellent. Especially enjoyed the anchovy toast tartare and lima beans! And flourless chocolate cake was amazing!
A truly awesome experience — the kind I’d expect to find in Europe rather than America. Small plates meant for sharing, each one built around beautiful sauces and flavor combinations I haven’t had before. The food sometimes pushed me outside my comfort zone, and I loved that.
Service was top tier — attentive without ever feeling intrusive, and genuinely friendly. The wine list was excellent, and the cocktails were just as impressive. The atmosphere...read full review
Wonderful food and experience, exceptional service. Thoughtful accommodations for gluten allergies.
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Rada is a vibrant restaurant in Charlotte that offers a unique and refreshing dining experience. Since opening earlier this year, it has quickly become a favorite spot for many, appreciated for its incredible food and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant provides a sophisticated yet versatile environment, suitable for both casual dinners and special celebrations, giving off a neighborhood bistro vibe with eclectic decor.
The menu features interesting dishes that are carefully prepared and thoughtfully balanced. Highlights include the strip loin with au poivre sauce, which is praised for its perfection and generous size of 2 pounds, and the veal tonne, known for its flavor and modern presentation. Other favorites are the meatball skewers with harissa, the Gildas, and the agnolotti. The celery salad, with its crunch and depth from hazelnuts, adds a fresh touch, while the veal Milanese, served with brown butter and house-made breadcrumbs, offers a delightful taste. The restaurant rotates its menu, ensuring variety and freshness.
Rada also excels in drinks, with a standout wine list offering good value and some of the best cocktails in Charlotte. The San Sebastian martini, made with basque pepper brine instead of olive juice, is especially recommended.
Service at Rada is attentive and professional, with knowledgeable staff eager to share details about the menu. The atmosphere is eclectic yet cozy, making guests feel like they’ve met the entire restaurant in just an hour and a half. Overall, Rada is a breath of fresh air in Charlotte’s dining scene, offering a sophisticated, interesting, and welcoming space that stands out from more commercial options.