Food that makes living in Charlotte a gastronomic delight!
Charlotte’s diverse culture can also been found in the wonderful choice of restaurants to be found in the area.
African/Ethopian
Meskerem Ethiopian Restaurant
601 South Kings Dr.Midtown, Charlotte. Excellent food in a tiny space that is tidy and filled with fresh flowers. Try traditional favorites or something new.
Asian
BEN THÀNH VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT- 4900 Central Ave.,Charlotte. The menu offers the full complement of soups, Vietnamese hot pots, stir fries, noodle and rice dishes, Vietnamese French coffee and avocado shakes, grilled meats, and many vegetarian selections. Most entree prices are under $10. Traditional Vietnamese dishes are lighter and crisper than Chinese dishes and not as fiery as Thai.
Barbeque
Bubba’s BBQ -. 4400 Sunset Rd. Exit 16 off I-77, Charlotte, NC, They are expert in blending spices, heat and time to make a high quality barbecue unmatched in the Charlotte area.
Cajun/Creole
Cajun Queen - At the corner of E. 7th St. and Lamar. A fun bar that serves very good Cajun-style food. They feature a spicy corn casserole that is great.
Cuban
Taste of Havana Cuban Restaurant - 5534 Albemarle Rd., Drinks are strong and the food is a spicy mix of traditional and nuevo Cubano. The black bean soup is awesome! Try the fried plantains or the maduros.
Thai
Bangkok Ocha -7629-B Pineville-Matthews Rd., Charlotte, NC Great stop for Lunch or Dinner. Extensive wine list. Great Pad Thai!
Italian
Villa Antonio 4707 South Blvd., Charlotte and in Ballantyne. This family restaurant really is a family restaurant. You will find the desert cart coming by with a bell and the host announcing your arrival. Pasta is excellent!!
Mexican
The Prickly Pear, Modern Mexican Cuisine - 761 N. Main St.. Mooresville, Is located in a former church on the outskirts of Mooresville's downtown The menu, which changes periodically, is filled with stylish foods and offers free-flowing dish descriptions: Camarones al Carbon, jumbo shrimp grilled and served over frisee salad, and poblano-cilantro rice, with a roasted tomato chipotle sauce and avocado-tomatillo sauce.
Soul Food
Lupie's Cafe Monroe Ave., Charlotte. They feature a yummy chicken pot pie, killer carrot cake and sweet-potato pie.
American Fusion
Barrington’s Restaurant 7822 Fairview Rd Charlotte, This small, cozy establishment owned and ran by Bruce Moffett is the winner of many awards. It is rated 28 in Zagat. It really is a food sensation and a must try. Be sure to make a reservation 704-364-5755
