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Mariposa, Charlotte, NC

Mariposa

4.4
4.4
1236 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.

Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Sat 16:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (704) 910-0865
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kinsler Josaime
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at Mariposa to celebrate your special occasion with world-to-table culinary and cocktail offerings. We offer both partial and full buyouts of our space with custom menus and Uptown views right here in the heart of Charlotte.For more information please email: info@mariposaclt.com
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Cross Street
    Levine Avenue of the Arts and South Tryon Street
  • Parking details
    Mariposa is directly connected to the Levine Center for Arts parking garage, which is accessible from both South Church Street and Stonewall Street. Park in Visitor Parking and take the Plaza Elevators to level 2, the entry hall.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Weekend Gypsy Jazz Brunch At Mariposa

    Multiple dates available
    Upgrade your weekend brunch plans when you join us for Jazz Brunch on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sip on your favorite brunch cocktails and indulge in dishes from our world-to-table kitchen all while enjoying live jazz!
    Weekend Gypsy Jazz Brunch At Mariposa photo
  • New Year's Eve Celebration at Mariposa

    US$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us in the heart of Uptown Charlotte for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Savor a specially curated four-course dinner for $100, featuring bold flavors and seasonal ingredients, crafted to make the last night of the year truly memorable. Choose from two exclusive seatings at 5 pm or 8 pm, where you’ll enjoy an elevated dining experience in Mariposa’s vibrant and elegant setting. Reserve your table today and let us make your New Year’s Eve one to remember!
    New Year's Eve Celebration at Mariposa photo

What 1,236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Innovative

  • Charlotte

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mariposa offers a delightful dining experience with its "wonderful variety of food" and attentive service. The ambiance is both elegant and relaxed, perfect for any occasion. The cocktails and tapas are particularly praised, "great service" and the jazz brunch is a standout. While some menu items may miss the mark, overall, it's a "true foodie's" destination.

1,236 Reviews
  1. Antigua

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five of us had dinner here for my parents anniversary. Started with a Coquito that was on their drink menu, this tasted like the one I had back in Puerto Rico, very authentic. We had the Paella and the Asada experience, both were delicious. Paella had fresh ingredients well seasoned and the Asada steaks were tender and cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend for any special occasion.
    MariposaResponded today
    Hello Antigua, Thank you so much for choosing Mariposa to celebrate your parents' anniversary! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our authentic Coquito, delicious Paella, and tender Asada steaks. It's great to know that our fresh ingredients and well-seasoned dishes resonated with you. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for more special occasions! Best regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  2. Kathleen

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continue to enjoy Mariposa when I go Prior to concerts. This is my first time at a brunch experience. I love the music and the atmosphere. However, is a vegetarian that does not eat eggs. The options for me were very limited. I would suggest that you incorporate a vegan or lactovegetarian option into your main dishes of the brunch menu.
    MariposaResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Kathleen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and our live music before your concerts at Mariposa. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly consider your suggestions for expanding our vegan and vegetarian options. We aim to cater to all dietary preferences and we're glad to hear that you enjoyed the variety of dishes. We hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Erica Neis

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  3. sophie

    VIP

    Dubai

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was sooo beautiful and I will definitely be coming back whenever I’m in town
    MariposaResponded today
    Hi Sophie, Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Mariposa when you're in town! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our beautiful ambiance. We strive to create a unique and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're in town! Best regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  4. Stephanie

    Charlotte

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Full menu on website was not available. The location is hard to find and the vibes were not it.
    MariposaResponded today
    Hi Stephanie, Thank you for your feedback as it helps to improve. I have checked with my marketing team regarding the menus on line and they ensure, they are current and available for all to see. My apologies this was not the case for you. We hope you give us another try in the future and look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  5. Chris

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very for setting, food and service Will be back again
    MariposaResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Chris! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our setting, food, and service at Mariposa. We always aim to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback is greatly appreciated. We're always working to improve and we hope to exceed your expectations on your next visit. Looking forward to it! Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  6. Steve

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time eating at Mariposa and both times we really enjoyed our dinner there. The service was excellent and the food was delicious, with some great menu items both times. The duck arepas and Moroccan pie were excellent. We’d definitely recommend Mariposa and will be back next time we’re in Charlotte.
    MariposaResponded today
    Hi Steve, We're thrilled to hear that you had another great dining experience at Mariposa! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and service. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We're looking forward to your next visit when you're in Charlotte again. Warm Regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  7. Ami

    VIP

    Raleigh

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere, I highly recommend
    MariposaResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Ami! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Mariposa. It's fantastic to know that our food, service, and atmosphere met your expectations. We strive to provide an exceptional experience for all our guests and your review is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  8. Katie

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was phenomenal, probably the best restaurant I’ve been to in Charlotte in years. Food and service were amazing. Menu was amazing. The halibut large plate dish and the octopus small plate are both dishes that I will be thinking about and craving for the rest of my life. The holiday themed cocktail menu were so balanced and overall served beautifully. Highly highly recommend and will most definitely be back!
    MariposaResponded today
    Hi Katie, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Mariposa! We strive to make everyone's experience here memorable. I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your dinner and found the food amazing. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and look forward to hosting you on your next visit! Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  9. ina

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I used to love this place. The food this time was barely edible. The beef was so tough and had strangely gooey fat on it. The chicken also had clumps of fat throughout and was dry. Twice someone from wait staff and once a manager came by to ask how it was and I kindly just said “ehh it’s just ok” and each time they just ok great! And walked away or something of this variation. Will not be returning.
    MariposaResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Ina. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience at Mariposa didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our food quality and it saddens us to know that it fell short this time. We will take your comments into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our offerings. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Kind regards, Erica Neis and the Mariposa Management Team

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  10. wesley

    New York City

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The chicken was way too salty and the lamb shank was very tough.
    MariposaResponded on 20 December 2024
    Hi Wesley, We're really sorry to hear that your dining experience at Mariposa didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we're disappointed to hear about the saltiness of the chicken and the toughness of the lamb shank. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our culinary delights in the future. Best wishes, Erica Neis- General Manager

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FAQs

Mariposa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 910-0865.

Mariposa is rated 4.4 stars by 1236 OpenTable diners.

Mariposa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mariposa

500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Levine Avenue of the Arts and South Tryon Street
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Sat 16:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Mariposa is directly connected to the Levine Center for Arts parking garage, which is accessible from both South Church Street and Stonewall Street. Park in Visitor Parking and take the Plaza Elevators to level 2, the entry hall.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kinsler Josaime
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (704) 910-0865
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at Mariposa to celebrate your special occasion with world-to-table culinary and cocktail offerings. We offer both partial and full buyouts of our space with custom menus and Uptown views right here in the heart of Charlotte.For more information please email: info@mariposaclt.com
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