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1. The Goodyear House
4.5
Awesome(1580)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • NODA
Booked 56 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. Church and Union - Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(5104)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 39 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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3. Fahrenheit - Charlotte
4.4
Awesome(7909)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 48 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.
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4. Dean's Italian Steakhouse
4.5
Awesome(1302)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Uptown
Booked 66 times today
Serving up prime cuts of beef and authentic homemade pasta, including 100% American Wagyu, Dean’s delivers a classic steakhouse experience in a modern, rustic setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
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5. O-Ku - Charlotte
4.8
Exceptional(2484)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Southend
Booked 47 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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6. The Capital Grille - Charlotte
4.8
Exceptional(4909)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Uptown
Booked 80 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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7. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte
4.2
Awesome(839)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Uptown
Booked 101 times today
Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Charlotte, NC , Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 5+ call : 980-372-7333. Please see our website FAQ section if you have any other questions or concerns.www.kitchenkocktailsusa.com1️⃣ Click About 2️⃣ Scroll down to General Information3️⃣ Click on FAQ
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8. Angeline's
4.5
Awesome(1512)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Uptown
Booked 48 times today
We think of ourselves as a gathering place in Uptown Charlotte. A warm hub for locals and visitors to connect over Italian-inspired dishes made with seasonal southern ingredients. Angeline’s offers a modern, Italian-influenced menu in the form of house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas and flavorful small plates in a vibrant setting.
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9. Chima Steakhouse - Charlotte
4.5
Awesome(8105)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Uptown
Booked 64 times today
Located in beautiful Center City Charlotte on 4th and Tryon, just a few blocks from Belk Theater, Over street Mall and the Bobcats Arena. Chima offers authentic Brazilian cuisine and chic dining experience. Enjoy cocktails and the best view of Uptown Charlotte in our elegant upstairs lounge.
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10. Customshop
4.8
Exceptional(1831)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Elizabeth
Booked 44 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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  • KathyB
    Charlotte •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We dined on scallops, lobster, and ribeye special...all were delicious, perfectly prepared, and presented. Thomas, our server, was attentive and personable to us and all we observed. One suggestion: the background music could be a little less as it made table conversation a bit difficult. Overall, an excellent experience. We highly recommend. Dan and Kathy Butterfield
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    Fahrenheit - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
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    4.4
  • Kevin
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    A great restaurant! The out door dining is special. We enjoyed our dinner and the service was good. We came for my daughter’s. They gave her a complimentary dessert with a birthday candle. Thank you for the special evening.
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    The Goodyear HousePrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• NODA
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    4.5
  • Katy
    Charlotte •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was incredible! It was my brother‘s birthday, and they did such a nice job to make him feel celebrated. It’s his favorite spot, and we always go for every special occasion. The food was delicious, and it came quickly. Waitress was very friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to go back!
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    O-Ku - CharlottePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Southend
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    4.8
  • RestaurantLover
    New York City •8 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The restaurant was hopping but the food and service were great. Noise level was pretty high but we enjoyed ourselves
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    Church and Union - CharlottePrice: Expensive• American• Uptown
    •
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always a fantastic experience at Deans in Charlotte. I love bringing new people in to experience Deans and last night presented that opportunity once again. I brought 2 new people that had never dined with Deans and they both said, “hands down the best steak they had ever eaten”! Which was the bone in filet Deans style
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    Dean's Italian SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
    •
    4.5

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