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204 North Kitchen & Cocktails

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American, Local Fare, Southern$$
Today has undoubtedly been the hardest day our company has ever been through, as we were faced with making an unimaginable decision. We are hopeful for our @masonjargroup family, and our industry as a whole, that this will all be over soon. We look forward to seeing you then.
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Azteca (Matthews)

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Mexican$
Mexican cuisine continues to be based on and flavored by agricultural products contributed by the Mexicas/Aztecs and Mesoamerica, most of which retain some form of their original Nahuatl names. Today, you can enjoy the richness of our Mexican culture, folklore and specially our traditional food at the Azteca Restaurants in North Carolina. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in Charlotte, Matthews and Gastonia.
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Azteca (Smith Corners)

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Mexican$$
Mexican cuisine continues to be based on and flavored by agricultural products contributed by the Mexicas/Aztecs and Mesoamerica, most of which retain some form of their original Nahuatl names. Today, you can enjoy the richness of our Mexican culture, folklore and specially our traditional food at the Azteca Restaurants in North Carolina. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in Charlotte, Matthews and Gastonia.
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Azteca (Woodlawn)

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Mexican$$
Mexican cuisine continues to be based on and flavored by agricultural products contributed by the Mexicas/Aztecs and Mesoamerica, most of which retain some form of their original Nahuatl names. Today, you can enjoy the richness of our Mexican culture, folklore and specially our traditional food at the Azteca Restaurants in North Carolina. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in Charlotte, Matthews and Gastonia.
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Barrington’s Restaurant

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American, Contemporary$$$
One of Charlotte’s finest restaurants, Barrington’s is 2009 James Beard Award semi-finalist Bruce Moffett’s flagship restaurant. Open since 2000, local ingredients are found throughout the seasonal menu and the personally selected wine list changes to emphasize each new menu. The restaurant has been named “Tops for Food in Charlotte” by ZAGAT’s Guide every year since 2003, was named one of the top 11 restaurants in the country by AOL, received 4 out of 4 stars in the Charlotte Observer and ranked in the top three restaurants in Charlotte by Charlotte magazine in 2016. Reservations are recommended for the intimate dining room.
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Basilico’s Italiano

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Italian, Pizzeria$$$
Here at Basilico’s we have big hearts & even bigger plates. We are a family-owned neighborhood Italian restaurant committed to sharing our heart for food and home. Enjoy classic family-style dining while listening to live music three nights a week. Lasagna Sunday, Kids Eat Free Tuesday, Wine Wednesday, Pasta Thursday, great pizza every day!
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Beef & Bottle

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Seafood, Steak House$$$
Old School. Since 1958 we have been serving Charlotte’s best steaks and we’ve done everything we can to keep your dining experience original. Our food, service and atmosphere keeps locals coming back and has national publications raving. From great steaks to frog legs to impressive wines, come step back in time with us and escape the day’s drudgery.

“Consistently the best steaks in the USA” - USA Today
Top 100 Steak House Winner • OpenTable®
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Bernardin’s

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American, Contemporary$$
Bernardin’s is renowned for its impeccable service, elegant atmosphere and sophisticated, succulent Modern American Cuisine. Specializing in Seafood, Lamb, Steaks, Game Meats, Poultry and Pasta. Relax and enjoy soothing music, inviting accommodations, unbelievable entrees, specialty desserts and an extensive wine list.
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BLT Steak

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American, Seafood, Steak House$$$
Located in Charlotte’s first LEED® -built luxury hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte, BLT Steak Charlotte integrates our signature style with southern hospitality. The menu showcases our famous popovers along with generous sides, specially selected steaks, and fresh seafood. Weekly blackboard specials also highlight southern flavors and ingredients. The Modern American Steakhouse’s beautiful dining room and bustling bar and lounge provide the true BLT experience with a Southern charm.
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Brazz

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Carvery, Rodizio, Steak House$$$
Join us at Brazz Carvery and Brazilian Steakhouse for a traditional Brazilian dining experience. From our unlimited Rodizio where 10 succulent meats are carved table side to fresh muddled Caipirinha, Brazil’s national cocktail, we bring the flavors of Brazil to Charlotte. And, stop by for lunch when we serve three roasted meats on our carving station along with our salad bar and themed hot bar.
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BrickTop’s

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American$$
Welcome to SouthPark’s local favorite hangout, BrickTop’s, located in Specialty Shops on the Park. Specializing in classic American cuisine with daily soups to burgers, salads, great steaks and fresh seafood–everything is made in-house, including the sauces, dressings and sides. A great kid’s menu too. And, be sure to come by for Sunday Brunch and try our deviled eggs–a Southern staple! Have a seat outside on the patio for some of Charlotte’s best outdoor dining. The ultimate atmosphere for our guests – casual, warm and friendly. Come on in and get to know us.
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Cajun Queen

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Cajun, Creole, Seafood$$
A Charlotte landmark, the Cajun Queen has proudly served Charlotte authentic New Orleans Cajun cuisine since 1985. Only one mile from uptown, we are the only restaurant that has live Jazz every night of the week. We’ve won so many “best of” awards, we can’t list them all! Come on down and see for yourself just how extraordinary and unique we are. We serve fresh seafood nightly, pork chops, steaks and of course crawfish. We’ve recently renovated, adding outside seating, a rooftop patio, new HD TV’s, and a new spacious bar. We’re the perfect place for a business meeting, office party, rehearsal dinner or a romantic evening. COME TASTE THE FUN!
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Don Pedro (Pineville)

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Mexican$$
We invite you to visit us and enjoy the special flavor of our food at Don Pedro Mexican Restaurants in North Carolina. Our dishes are prepared with the wonderful spices and art of traditional Mexican food. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in the University Area, South Tryon and Pineville.
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Don Pedro (South Tyron)

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Mexican$$
We invite you to visit us and enjoy the special flavor of our food at Don Pedro Mexican Restaurants in North Carolina. Our dishes are prepared with the wonderful spices and art of traditional Mexican food. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in the University Area, South Tryon and Pineville
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Don Pedro (University)

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Mexican$$
We invite you to visit us and enjoy the special flavor of our food at Don Pedro Mexican Restaurants in North Carolina. Our dishes are prepared with the wonderful spices and art of traditional Mexican food. We are proud to be the number one choice for Mexican cuisine in the University Area, South Tryon and Pineville.
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Dressler’s (Huntersville)

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American, Contemporary$$
Dressler’s Restaurant is an upscale restaurant with locations in Birkdale Village in Huntersville and Metropolitan in mid-town Charlotte featuring creative appetizers, innovative seafood and succulent steak and chops. Seasonal menu changes and weekly specials reflect the Chef’s passion for quality and freshness. Our friendly, professional staff offers superior service in an atmosphere you won’t soon forget. Your dining experience will be an exquisite and memorable experience. Private dining is available as well as complimentary valet parking. Dressler’s is locally owned by Kim and Jon Dressler.
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Dressler’s (Metropolitan)

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American, Contemporary$$
Dressler’s Restaurant is an upscale restaurant with locations in Birkdale Village in Huntersville and Metropolitan in mid-town Charlotte featuring creative appetizers, innovative seafood and succulent steak and chops. Seasonal menu changes and weekly specials reflect the Chef’s passion for quality and freshness. Our friendly, professional staff offers superior service in an atmosphere you won’t soon forget. Your dining experience will be an exquisite and memorable experience. Private dining is available as well as complimentary valet parking. Dressler’s is locally owned by Kim and Jon Dressler.
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Fiamma Restaurant

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Italian$$
Every year since 2008, Fiamma has been the highest rated Italian restaurant in Charlotte according to Zagat. Just like the finest restaurants in Italy, we use only the freshest ingredients to bring you an exceptional dining experience. Our fish is flown in daily from Europe. All of our pasta and pizza dough are made daily in our kitchen. Italian meats and cheeses are imported directly from the finest markets. Chef Fernando Campoverde then combines these into a stunning array of culinary delights. Fiamma truly brings “a taste of Italy” to Charlotte.
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse

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American, Seafood, Steak House$$$
Your Charlotte Fleming’s is located in uptown Charlotte, on the corner of College Street and 4th at the Epicenter. Whether you’re celebrating, dining with business clients or want a night out with friends, we have created the perfect ambiance with a menu filled with your favorites and a local chef’s table that changes with the season, or whenever we feel inspired by our ingredients. Our bar is always open and our wine manager has curated a wide selection of locally selected wines, hand-crafted cocktails and spirits. Need a more private space? Our Private Dining Director is at your service.
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Foxcroft Wine Co (Dilworth)

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Local Fare, Small Plates, Wine Bar$$
A restaurant and wine bar surrounded by a wine shop. A wine shop with a restaurant and wine bar. Either way, Foxcroft Wine Company is Charlotte’s deceptively simple and most unique concept. At both locations, our ever-changing, seasonal and locally sourced menu of small plates can be paired with the city’s best and most eclectic wine by the glass selection, rotating local beers on tap, or any bottle from our retail shelves at normal retail pricing. What could be better!?!
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Foxcroft Wine Co (Southpark)

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Local Fare, Small Plates, Wine Bar$$
A restaurant and wine bar surrounded by a wine shop. A wine shop with a restaurant and wine bar. Either way, Foxcroft Wine Company is Charlotte’s deceptively simple and most unique concept. At both locations, our ever-changing, seasonal and locally sourced menu of small plates can be paired with the city’s best and most eclectic wine by the glass selection, rotating local beers on tap, or any bottle from our retail shelves at normal retail pricing. What could be better!?!
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Good Food on Montford

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Contemporary, Small Plates, Tapas$$
Best New Restaurant in America 2010, Semi-Finalist, James Beard Foundation. Award-winning chef Bruce Moffett opened Good Food on Montford in 2009, making extensive use of local and organic products and bringing nationally recognized cuisine to Charlotte. Come see why the James Beard Foundation considers Good Food on Montford a restaurant that “displays excellence in food, beverage, and service and is likely to have a significant impact on the industry in years to come.”
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Hickory Tavern (Ballantyne)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood, the rich seasoning of steak house quality steaks, or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods, Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu, Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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Hickory Tavern (Huntersville)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood,the rich seasoning of steakhouse quality steaks,or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods,Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu,Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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Hickory Tavern (Mooresville)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood,the rich seasoning of steakhouse quality steaks,or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods,Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu,Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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Hickory Tavern (Northlake)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood,the rich seasoning of steakhouse quality steaks,or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods,Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu,Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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Hickory Tavern (Providence)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood,the rich seasoning of steakhouse quality steaks,or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods,Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu,Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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Hickory Tavern (Rivergate)

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American, Seafood, Sports Bar$$
Whether you prefer the delicate taste of masterfully cooked seafood,the rich seasoning of steakhouse quality steaks,or the simplicity of everyday comfort foods,Hickory Tavern has it all. In addition to the broad menu,Hickory Tavern is a great place to simply relax and socialize with friends. Interested in the big game? We’ve got that covered as well. All of our stores boast state of the art audio/video systems to showcase the big events.
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King’s Kitchen

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American, Eclectic, Southern$$
Temporarily Closed

Transforming the city we love, one plate at a time. A nonprofit serving southern-inspired cuisine from carolina farms and purveyors located in the heart of uptown Charlotte, the King’s Kitchen offers chef-inspired menus featuring locally grown foods and ingredients from around the carolinas. Our farmers are our neighbors and they partner with us for the purpose of serving our community.
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Libations Kitchen & Bar

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American, Local Fare, Southern$$
Temporarily Closed

Libations Kitchen & Bar blends together a casual & sophisticated Uptown dining experience in the heart of Charlotte’s Gateway Village. We offer a full menu of handcrafted dishes, a distinctive wine list, local craft beers and a full service bar. Our newly refined menus feature seasonal & regional products to create American recipes with influences of the New South. Visit us to celebrate the simple pleasures of good food, good drink, and good friends!
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Maharani Indian Cuisine

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Indian$$
Maharani (meaning “queen”) is the perfect fit for the Queen City. Its owner, Amandeep Singh, is a New Delhi native and along with his wife, Manjeet, in her authentic sari attire, make this family the most cordial of hosts. Maharani offers an array of traditional Indian cuisine with every dish presented uniquely infused with its own precise blend of spices. The 16th century founders of this North Indian cuisine were lovers of nature and good life, and had a keen sense of beauty and a passion for elegance. These qualities are reflected in Maharani’s presentation of food, and in every other contribution Amandeep and his crew prepare. This restaurant, adorned with ceremonial art, offers humble hospitality and delectable dining.
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Nakato

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Japanese, Sushi$$$
Nakato Japanese Restaurant has been serving the Charlotte area since 1976. We offer traditional teppanyaki cooking where the chef prepares your meal in front of your eyes using only the finest selection of beef, seafood, and chicken. Our guests can also choose to dine at our sushi bar where our chefs offer a wide selection of nigiri sushi, sashimi, and rolls using only the freshest seafood.
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Old Pineville Premium Pub

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American, Sports Bar$
Old Pineville Premium Pub is your place for a great meal in the heart of Charlotte’s LoSo entertainment district. Our family has been feeding Charlotteans for over 50 years so whether you want to get primed for a day of tasting, catch that critical game, or cap off a fun day of sampling Charlotte’s best, we have you covered.
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Red Ginger Japanese Steakhouse

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Hibachi, Japanese, Sushi$$
Thank you for checking on our status. Due to the Executive Order from Governor Roy Cooper closing all restaurant dining rooms to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have elected to temporarily cease all operations until the Executive Order has been lifted. Once the order has been lifted, we expect to resume full operations immediately.

Red Ginger, is Uptown’s newest Japanese Grill and Sushi Bar. Our sleek, modern restaurant creates visual and aromatic harmony to guide you through your dining experience.  We have a large sushi bar, hibachi grills, a cozy bar, and regular table seating to accommodate all diners. Conveniently located across from the Charlotte Convention Center at the corner of S. College St. and MLK Blvd.
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Rooster’s W.F. Kitchen (Southpark)

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EuroSouthern, New Southern, Small Plates$$
Serving high-quality Southern cuisine with Spanish, French and Italian influences. You will be drawn to the sight and scent of the wood-fired oven, rotisserie, and grill as the Chef and team prepares food in portions to be shared or eaten alone. Fine wines have been hand-picked by Chef Jim Noble and are housed in an artisan crafted wrought iron display. Wines include selections from Eric Solomon, as well as wines from all over the world. Located in SouthPark across from SouthPark Mall and Rooster’s newest location in Uptown Charlotte. www.roosterskitchen.com
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Rooster’s W.F. Kitchen (Uptown)

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EuroSouthern, New Southern, Small Plates$$
Temporarily Closed
Please visit our other location in Southpark

Serving high-quality Southern cuisine with Spanish, French and Italian influences. You will be drawn to the sight and scent of the wood-fired oven, rotisserie, and grill as the Chef and team prepares food in portions to be shared or eaten alone. Fine wines have been hand-picked by Chef Jim Noble and are housed in an artisan crafted wrought iron display. Wines include selections from Eric Solomon, as well as wines from all over the world. Located in SouthPark across from SouthPark Mall and Rooster’s newest location in Uptown Charlotte. www.roosterskitchen.com
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Sea Level NC

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Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern$$
If you’re searching for the freshest seafood and oysters in Charlotte, you’ve found your place. Sea Level NC serves farm to fork oysters sourced from North Carolina and all over the country. We’ve also got daily seafood catches, and easy, delicious lunches like our lobster roll or fish tacos. Located in the base of the Hearst Tower on Fifth Street between Tryon and College, join us at the oyster bar or on the patio for lunch, dinner, or drinks!
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Stagioni

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Italian$$
As seasons change, so do our appetites and food habits. Stagioni, which means “seasons” in Italian, sets the stage for what the restaurant is about. Opened in 2014 as the third concept from award-winning Chef Bruce Moffett, Stagioni features classic Italian with a fresh, modern twist in an historic villa in Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood. Stagioni utilizes locally-sourced ingredients to create a seasonal menu filled with hand-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas and slow-roasted meats. Since opening his first restaurant in 2000, Moffett knows from experience that life’s greatest memories unfold around the dinner table. Stagioni was created to bring family and friends together. Mangia!
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Village Tavern

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American$$
A South Park Tradition since 1989, Village Tavern takes pride in a wide-ranging menu and stellar service at an incredible value. Village Tavern is perfect for a business lunch meeting, a romantic night out, drinks with friends or a relaxing brunch with the family. Only the finest ingredients are incorporated into everything we serve including fresh produce and made-from-scratch pizza dough.
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