Raymond's Guidebook to Charlotte
Neighborhoods
This is the center of Charlotte! The largest city in North Carolina. This area has the largest amount and variety of museums, landmarks, restaurants, bars, clubs and other attractions in the city.
It's the most "big city" feel you can get in the area, with skyscrapers, ample public transportation and large easily walk-able sidewalks. The state's main sporting teams are here as well, checkout the Bank of America Stadium and see the Carolina Panther's play, or the Charlotte Football Club. The Spectrum Center has games from the Charlotte hornets, as well as many concerts and conventions. The NASCAR hall of fame is walking distance from you as well
176 residents recomanen
Charlotte center city
This is the center of Charlotte! The largest city in North Carolina. This area has the largest amount and variety of museums, landmarks, restaurants, bars, clubs and other attractions in the city.
It's the most "big city" feel you can get in the area, with skyscrapers, ample public transportation and large easily walk-able sidewalks. The state's main sporting teams are here as well, checkout the Bank of America Stadium and see the Carolina Panther's play, or the Charlotte Football Club. The Spectrum Center has games from the Charlotte hornets, as well as many concerts and conventions. The NASCAR hall of fame is walking distance from you as well
The lively South End is known for its vibrant nightlife, with a number of craft breweries and laid-back pubs, plus buzzy restaurants serving elevated American and global cuisines. In an 1800s mill building, the Atherton Mill and Market has chic artisan shops, while the surrounding area is home to a number of fine art galleries. The Charlotte Rail Trail is popular with runners and cyclists.
208 residents recomanen
South End
The lively South End is known for its vibrant nightlife, with a number of craft breweries and laid-back pubs, plus buzzy restaurants serving elevated American and global cuisines. In an 1800s mill building, the Atherton Mill and Market has chic artisan shops, while the surrounding area is home to a number of fine art galleries. The Charlotte Rail Trail is popular with runners and cyclists.
Plaza Midwood is a trendy, laid-back neighborhood known for its nightlife, with plenty of low-key dive bars and intimate music venues like Snug Harbor. There’s also a vibrant restaurant scene featuring comfort food eateries, barbecue joints, gastropubs and several popular ice-cream shops. Stores sell everything from consignment and vintage clothing to records and locally made artisan goods and jewelry.
183 residents recomanen
Plaza Midwood
Plaza Midwood is a trendy, laid-back neighborhood known for its nightlife, with plenty of low-key dive bars and intimate music venues like Snug Harbor. There’s also a vibrant restaurant scene featuring comfort food eateries, barbecue joints, gastropubs and several popular ice-cream shops. Stores sell everything from consignment and vintage clothing to records and locally made artisan goods and jewelry.
NoDa, short for North Davidson, is the city’s arts and entertainment district. It's known for its eclectic galleries and music venues, including the Neighborhood Theatre, host to big-name acts, and intimate spots like the Evening Muse. Artisan gift shops, jewelry stores and tattoo parlors dot North Davidson Street. Local eats include Southern fare, Cajun cuisine and pizza, and there are a number of hip dive bars.
355 residents recomanen
NoDa
NoDa, short for North Davidson, is the city’s arts and entertainment district. It's known for its eclectic galleries and music venues, including the Neighborhood Theatre, host to big-name acts, and intimate spots like the Evening Muse. Artisan gift shops, jewelry stores and tattoo parlors dot North Davidson Street. Local eats include Southern fare, Cajun cuisine and pizza, and there are a number of hip dive bars.
Bars
SIP
200 N Tryon StPopular bar walking distance from you, 21-35 crowd with pop music
Large open space offering American pub grub & a variety of bar games, plus karaoke & other events.
28 residents recomanen
Slate Charlotte
200 E Bland StLarge open space offering American pub grub & a variety of bar games, plus karaoke & other events.
Clubs
Lost & Found is an elevated neighborhood bar and lounge, a place where you can grab a cold pint or specialty martini after a long day’s work, catch a sports game with your friends, hear some great live music, get lounge-cozy with a date, or lose yourself in the music and let loose as they transition from lounge to upbeat dance party in the later evening hours.
52 residents recomanen
Lost & Found
332 W Bland StLost & Found is an elevated neighborhood bar and lounge, a place where you can grab a cold pint or specialty martini after a long day’s work, catch a sports game with your friends, hear some great live music, get lounge-cozy with a date, or lose yourself in the music and let loose as they transition from lounge to upbeat dance party in the later evening hours.
Roomy, lively hip-hop dance club & cocktail lounge with sophisticated decor, DJs, a terrace & valet parking.
24 residents recomanen
Oak Room
200 E Bland StRoomy, lively hip-hop dance club & cocktail lounge with sophisticated decor, DJs, a terrace & valet parking.
Night club with Latin & other music, energetic dance floors & city views from the patio.
7 residents recomanen
Tequila House
116 West 5th StreetNight club with Latin & other music, energetic dance floors & city views from the patio.
Charlotte's premier music lounge and event space, curating our city's rich and diverse creative community hosting local to global caliber DJ's and Artists
7 residents recomanen
QC Social Lounge
300 N College StCharlotte's premier music lounge and event space, curating our city's rich and diverse creative community hosting local to global caliber DJ's and Artists
Food scene
Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.
60 residents recomanen
The Liberty
1812 South BlvdOutpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
101 S Tryon StUpscale American seafood and steak restaurant chain.
Yakiko Hibachi Grill
710 West Trade StreetGreat Hibachi Grill in the building downstairs!
Husband-&-wife-run spot for Southern soul food, including Lowcountry dishes, in a colorful setting.
35 residents recomanen
Mert's Heart & Soul
214 N College StHusband-&-wife-run spot for Southern soul food, including Lowcountry dishes, in a colorful setting.
Great bistro with a nice outdoor section in the middle of the center city
15 residents recomanen
Essex Bar & Bistro
101 S Tryon StGreat bistro with a nice outdoor section in the middle of the center city
Great Peruvian food! Grilled chicken with rice, quinoa stuffed avocados, and Tres leches cake If you've never tried it, it's a great place to start
32 residents recomanen
Viva Chicken Elizabeth Avenue
1617 Elizabeth AveGreat Peruvian food! Grilled chicken with rice, quinoa stuffed avocados, and Tres leches cake If you've never tried it, it's a great place to start
Strip-mall outpost serving hearty plates of Southern comfort dishes in a casual space.
10 residents recomanen
Nana's Soul Food Kitchen
2908 Oak Lake BlvdStrip-mall outpost serving hearty plates of Southern comfort dishes in a casual space.
A rustic hangout for Korean-inspired BBQ eats paired with Asian craft beers & custom cocktails.
67 residents recomanen
Seoul Food Meat Company
1400 S Church StA rustic hangout for Korean-inspired BBQ eats paired with Asian craft beers & custom cocktails.
Futo Buta
222 E Bland StGreat ramen restaurant nearby
Great place to eat after the bars close, or early in the morning. Great fried chicken, french toast, cakes and grits
55 residents recomanen
Midnight Diner
420 E Carson BlvdGreat place to eat after the bars close, or early in the morning. Great fried chicken, french toast, cakes and grits
Soul-food restaurant with lobster mac and cheese, chicken wings and waffles
16 residents recomanen
Cuzzo's Cuisine
3418 Tuckaseegee RdSoul-food restaurant with lobster mac and cheese, chicken wings and waffles
Refined restaurant & cocktail bar serving up international dishes & weekend brunch.
Good chicken and waffles
18 residents recomanen
Link & Pin
155 New Bern StRefined restaurant & cocktail bar serving up international dishes & weekend brunch.
Good chicken and waffles
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
1626 East BlvdBest onion rings and large salads