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EXPLORE CHARLOTTE | | | | | | | 435 S Tryon St
Charlotte,
NC
28202
704-377-9911 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. This restaurant and wine bar brings a sense of artsy cool to the Queen City. The main dining room sports polished hardwood floors, bold colors, sharp geometric lines, and thought-provoking sculptures suspended from the ceiling a modern homage to the art of fishing. This bold sensibility carries over to the kitchen, which delivers edgy, beautifully presented fish and seafood dishes like lemongrass-enrobed corvina with Thai chili rock shrimp cakes or foie gras-stuffed sea scallops with chantrelles. Two things to note: If the weather is nice, ask for a table on the terrace (it overlooks the Green), and be sure to arrive early so you can enjoy one of their signature martinis at the bar. NB No smoking in the dining room, but smoking is allowed in the hallway adjoining the wine room and on the patio.
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| 5524 South Blvd
Charlotte,
NC
28217
704-525-8865 | | | | | Description: SOUTH BOULEVARD. Eastern North Carolina style, South Carolina style, forget the distinctions...this is just plain "suey-perb" barbecue. The meat is slow roasted for a smoky, rich and tender culinary experience. You add the sauce (however much or little) you prefer. The hushpuppies are hot, the tea is sweet, and the staff is pleasing! So, bring your appetite and save room for some "nanner puddin'" (banana pudding).
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| 4127 Park Rd
Charlotte,
NC
28209
704-523-0431 | | | | | Description: PARK ROAD. Charlotte Café's menu is what the phrase "meat and three" is all about! Choose from a list of entree dishes such as fried chicken, roast beef, ham, or turkey. Then add three vegetables or side dishes. This neighborhood diner also offers soups, salads and Italian dishes. Skip the dessert if you want, but you must order a glass of sweet tea.
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| 8140 Providence Rd
Charlotte,
NC
28277
704-541-9990 | | | | | Description: ARBORETUM. Located in the bustling Arboretum shopping complex, Dakotas is a pleasant retreat away from the crowds. The menu draws from a wide range of culinary influences, from Cajun to Italian, all complemented by delicious, hot breads and desserts made in-house. Reservations available.
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| 309 W 4th St
Charlotte,
NC
28202
704- 332-1786 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. If a hot dog is what you're craving, you gotta go to Greens! For 70 years, Green's has served up all kinds of dogs, plain or dressed with slaw, onions, chili, or all the way. At Green's prices, you'll have enough pocket change left over for the house dessert, better known as an ice cream sandwich. On fair weather days, look for the Green's pushcart at First Union Plaza.
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| La Paz Cantina & Restaurante1910 South Blvd
Charlotte,
NC
28203
704-372-4168 | | | | | Description: SOUTH END. Ask anyone from newcomers to long time locals, "Where is the best Mexican restaurant?" The answer is always La Paz. You can order the usual Mexican fare of tacos or chicken enchiladas, or for the more daring diners, try the blue corn tamales with spinach. The tortilla soup is prepared with just enough spice to justify the fabulous and grande margaritas. Seafood and vegan dishes are also available. The atmosphere is one of a fiesta, and the outdoor dining makes it a great choice for the family.
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| 1315 East Blvd
Charlotte,
NC
28203
704-376-2233 | | | | | Description: DILWORTH. Queen City Francophiles have much amour for this Dilworth standout, and it certainly has the role of neighborhood bistro down to an art, offering as it does cozy yet upscale quarters, live jazz (Wed-Sat, usually) and, of course, terrific fare. Start off your experience with an appetizer of fresh oysters or pate. From there, your meal can take several routes crêpe stuffed with shrimp, scallops and fish, filet mignon with Roquefort sauce, or even braised rabbit with mustard sauce. On Sundays, meanwhile, brunch appetites are posed a deliciously enviable quandary: Croque-monsieur or crêpes?
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| 1820 South Blvd
Charlotte,
NC
28203
704-332-8149 | | | | | Description: SOUTH END. For a romantic lunch, Sunday brunch, or a girlfriend get-together, Pewter Rose is a great choice. The soft décor, draped in subtle lace panels and accented with a colorful glass collection, sets the mood for a relaxing meal. The menu selection is quite broad, including shrimp and grits, cheese frittata, Thai noodle pot, goat cheese salads, whiskey crayfish gumbo, and many other selections in between. PR Bar, meanwhile, has emerged as a cool place to enjoy drinks before heading to swanky Tutto Mondo upstairs.
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| 201 N Tryon St
Charlotte,
NC
28202
704-444-9001 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. When Zinc made its Uptown debut in 2004, its approach to American classics like chicken, fish and steak was nothing short of a breath of fresh air. That's not to say that the kitchen endeavors to totally recreate tried and true dishes, but what it does seek to do is give them a few unexpected turns. Ergo, your Alaskan halibut may come with a side of grits, or your salmon may have horseradish crust. The same spirit applies to sinfully good brunch pairings like poached eggs and crab cakes or roasted leg of lamb sandwich with feta and mint pesto. Then, of course, there's the Bloody Mary bar ...
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| 300 East Blvd
Charlotte,
NC
28203
704-332-6507 | | | | | Description: SOUTH END. 300 East has a sophisticated European feel a bit Bohemian, a bit Champs-Elysées and always makes for a memorable evening. The antique mahogany bar is where you'll find one of the best martinis anywhere, and, unlike some bars, 300 East's food is the perfect complement to your libations. They also boast a full Sunday brunch menu, including veggie eggs Benedict and a light breakfast of bagels and fruit. Sandwiches, salads and selected entrées are also available. On seasonable days, snag a table on the outside patio surrounded by cascading lantana and black-eyed susans.
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