Charlotte, NC Restaurant Guide
When British settlers named North Carolina’s most populous City in honor of Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the queen consort of King George III, they had little idea “The Queen City” would be such an apt nickname. Now, the City has world class dining and accommodations, a striking skyline and is the home of major brands like Bank of America, Lowe’s, Honeywell and Truist.
When folks think North Carolina, they think of incredible BBQ, of course! Charlotte is right in the thick of North Carolina BBQ culture, with dozens of mouthwatering options, including Bill Spoon’s BBQ, which has been serving incredible pulled pork sandwiches and whole hog since 1963.
Or maybe when folks think of Carolina, they think of Southern Staples, like Chicken Fried Steak, Deviled Eggs and Fried Green Tomatoes. Places like Nana Morrison’s Soul Food, the Metro Diner and more have these essential dishes of the South, ready for your next visit to Charlotte. Or maybe you’re in the mood for Midwood smokehouse, which is considered by many to be the best in the area? As our writer says, every bit of BBQ on the menu “is a crispy, smoky, well-cooked tasty dish that leaves you wanting more.”
You can learn about all of that and more in some of our lists focused on the Queen City. On our “Most Marvelous Steakhouses in Charlotte” post, we cover dishes like the Wagyu bone-in strip at Sullivan’s Steakhouse, the Center cut at Carolina Prime Steakhouse and the Prime Rib at The Porter’s House.
With a thriving microbrewery scene, including Wooden Robot, Devil’s Logic and more, we focus on the best brewers in the city and some of the in brewery dining options you can pair with your pint. On every page we provide a map of our list, which can be helpful when it’s better to walk between locations than drive. Plan out your Charlotte brewery crawl using our picks!
Then of course, there’s the racing scene – if NASCAR were the movie business, Charlotte would be Hollywood. Between being the home of the NASCAR hall of fame and where some of the sport’s best athletes call home, there’s plenty around racing culture in Charlotte. In fact, some of these very drivers are also involved in the restaurant business. NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr has opened two Whiskey River restaurants in Charlotte, Jimmie Johnson once owned a taco shop in Charlotte, and The Speedway Club has hosted numerous drivers over the years.
Where To Find Mexican Restaurants in Charlotte
If you’re in the mood for a filling enchilada dish, a hearty platter of nachos, or tacos prepared with delicious Mexican herbs and spices, Charlotte has what you’re looking for. Here are a few Mexican restaurants in Charlotte you’ll definitely want to try.
9 Budget Friendly Restaurants in Charlotte, NC
When you visit Charlotte, you’ll get to enjoy classic burgers and Venezuelan areas, and the bill won’t be as significant. So, which budget friendly restaurants charlotte attract a huge client base?
So now you know…if you’re racing through the Southeast, you have to stop in Charlotte – the home of incredible BBQ, mouthwatering burgers, and the NASCAR hall of fame. With world-class eateries and some delicious hidden gems throughout the metro area, there’s always a way to get some version of the royal treatment in The Queen City. So crack open a Cheerwine and toast to the best restaurants Charlotte, NC has to offer.