With the changing temperatures comes new flavors in Charlotte’s culinary scene, leave plenty of time in your fall itinerary planning to try up-and-coming hotspots, new menu items and attend foodie events worth savoring.
New & Opening Soon
Culinary Dropout, South End – Opening Oct. 11
The team behind Flower Child and North Italia will bring the first Culinary Dropout location on the East Coast to Charlotte this month. Known for classic comfort food done right, Culinary Dropout’s electric menu brings the table together around crowd favorites like house-made Soft Pretzels, Provolone Fondue, Fried Chicken drizzled in honey, and 36-hour Slow-Roasted Pork Ribs covered with smoked bacon & jalapeño bbq sauce. They’ll also offer seasonal specials, handcrafted cocktails, and award-winning North Carolina brews on tap.
SupperClub, South End – Opening Oct. 13
Get ready for an all-in-one date night or GNO spot in South End. At SupperClub, guests can enjoy a full dinner by the wood-fired grill with French and Italian influences, followed by craft cocktails, live music and a friendly game of duckpin bowling to cap the night.
Le’s Sandwiches, NoDa – Opening Oct. 14
Le’s Sandwiches and Cafe returns to the NoDa neighborhood this month. Expect some of the best Bánh Mì in the city plus other popular menu items. Find them at 217 East Sugar Creek Rd #150.
The Fox & Falcon by David Burke, SouthPark – Open now!
This modern steakhouse located at 4905 Ashley Park Lane at Sharon Square in SouthPark (old Dogwood location) offers prime cuts of beef, including a Tomahawk for two, as well as what Burke calls “ocean” steaks, a Halibut T-Bone and a Dover Sole steak and more. The menu also features some of Burke’s signature dishes, including Lobster Dumplings with tomato miso sauce and basil oil; DB Clothesline Bacon with black pepper maple glaze, pickles and lemon, Popovers and Tin Can Cake with chocolate sauce, heath bar crunch, caramel anglaise, vanilla gelato and whipped cream.
Chapter 6, South End – Open now!
Chapter 6 will bring the flavors of the Western Mediterranean to The Line in South End offering a menu built for sharing and pulling inspiration from Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Italy. The menu includes Mezze, Tapas, Small Plates, and Large Plates, designed intentionally to encourage a Mediterranean style of dining in which items are shared among the table. All are inspired by the flavors of Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Italy. The restaurant will open at 4pm daily for dinner service and will offer brunch 11am- 3pm on weekends.
Catalina Kitchen + Bar, Elizabeth – Open now!
Ditka’s Restaurant Group opened Catalina Kitchen + Bar in Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood on Sept. 12. This is the restaurant group’s first culinary venture in North Carolina, with a focus on coastal-inspired, chef-driven dishes. Located at 1942 East 7th St. in the Elizabeth on 7th mixed-use development, Catalina will be open daily, with plans to add weekend brunch and an abbreviated “Social Hour” menu offering snacks and small plates alongside drinks from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Catalina is merging local and Southern favorites with coastal-inspired recipes. Specialty menu items include: Carolina Sunburst Farms Trout with Butter Bean Succotash, Pappardelle with short rib ragu and roasted tomatoes, and a Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken sandwich. Catalina also offers protein bowls,salads, a raw bar, and a kid’s menu.
Milk Cha-Cha, South End and South Charlotte – Open now!
Milk Cha-Cha was founded in 2020 by two “boba-addict” friends who share the same passion for boba. Through drinking boba around the world, their obsession quickly grew. After a year of tireless recipe development, the first Milk Cha-Cha boba tea shop opened in Charlotte, NC to provide a unique boba experience by using fresh fruits, fresh dairy, and premium loose leaf teas. A place where “boba-addicts” from all over can meet and enjoy a cup of cha-cha happiness.
Locations: CLT(South Park | Ballantyne | South End) & Rock Hill, SC
Panzú Brewery, Mint Hill – Open now!
Panzú Brewery, the areas newest brewery – and only brewery in Mint Hill, is officially open. Guests will enjoy year-round craft beverages and high-end tapas platters, created by Chef Pamela Amaro.
TOUS les JOURS, South End – Open now!
TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian bakery café chain offering more than 300 artisan pastries, gourmet cakes and desserts baked in-store daily, is now welcoming guests to its new South End location in Charlotte, North Carolina. Marking the brand’s fourth location in the state, the new TOUS les JOURS is owned and operated by franchisee Yidi Chen, who is local to the Charlotte area and has plans to expand TOUS les JOURS’ footprint throughout the community. Located in Charlotte’s South End neighborhood, the bakery is bringing TOUS les JOURS’ wide array of baked goods, both sweet and savory, and unique coffee and beverage options to the bustling area.
Closings
- Poplar Tapas Restaurant, Uptown
- Lincoln’s Haberdashery, South End (plans to re-open under different concept)
- Plant Joy, Camp North End
News to Note
Celebrate one year of The Garrison with discounted whiskey flights
via Facebook
The Garrison turns 1 Year Old! Celebrate their Anniversaryall month long. Sample 3 or more whiskeys from the largest whiskey selection in the Pineville area and receive 10% off the entire flight during their anniversary celebration.
New Menu Items at Church & Union as of 10/10
This menu will incorporate some of our guests’ favorite dishes from Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Nashville, and Church and Union Charleston!
Some of these new eats include:
- F***** O**** Agnolotti with allium crunch, gruyere (pictured)
- NOLA Shrimp with garlic, Worcestershire, focaccia
- Handmade Braided Ravioli with garlic tomato sauce, capers, parmesan (pictured)
- CU Fried Chicken with jalapeño cornbread, Alabama white sauce, ranch pickles
- CU Poke Bowl with Ahi tuna, sushi rice, spicy aioli (pictured)
New Fall Menu items and Lunch Specials at The Waterman Fish Bar (both locations) roll out Oct. 11
New Fall Menu Items:
- Fried Flounder – Creole chutney, rice pilaf
- Simply Great Salmon – grilled, choice of two sides
- Carolina Grouper – TBD
- Cajun Pasta – Springer Mountain chicken, andouille sausage, East Coast shrimp, broccoli, tomatoes, peppers, onions, Cajun cream sauce, Parm blend, garlic bread
- Soup & Side Salad Combo – your choice of Clam Chowder or Seafood Gumbo, with Side Caesar or Side House Salad
Lunch Specials:
Order any sandwich listed below on any weekday from 11am-2m for just $10: (starts 10/11)
- Salmon BLT – bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, Texas toast
- Shrimp Po’ Boy – fried, lettuce, tomato, house-made pickle, Waterman sauce, French bread
- Fisherman’s Pick – beer-battered cod, house-made pickle, cole slaw, tartar, brioche bun
- Hot Chicken – fried, spicy glaze, lettuce, tomato, house-made pickle, mayo, brioche bun
- The Sedgefield – Schweid & Sons steak patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, house-ade pickle, Waterman sauce, brioche bun
Get in the pumpkin spirit with Ace No. 3
Order the “Hey, Pumkin!” shake – made with vanilla soft serve, pumpkin pie syrup, whipped cream, graham cracker crumble.
Seasonal cocktails and dessert at Duckworth’s
Cranberry Sour – Cranberry, orange zest and bonded bourbon… A celebratory libation that needs no occasion yet fits many. Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon adds the perfect amount of spice to our house-made cranberry & orange zest syrup. A fall-inspired cocktail that may be enjoyed year-round.
Apple Rum Punch – Plantation Original Dark Rum and Grand Marnier blend wonderfully for this made-to-order punch. We use our granny smith apple & hop reduction, with a touch of spiced syrup, to balance the freshly juiced citrus and orange zest. You will find it a delight to enjoy in any weather
Seasonal dessert – Fully embrace fall by ending your meal with Duckworth’s Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake.
New fall menus at Napa on Providence and Napa on Kingsley
Join NAPA for Lunch, Brunch or Dinner and enjoy an all-new Fall Menu. View the Menu HERE.
Foodie Events
Haunted by Black Lagoon at BackStage Lounge
October 4 – 31
Raise a glass to spooky season as BackStage Lounge transforms into “Haunted by Black Lagoon.” From Oct. 4 – 31, guests will enter into a haunted experience complete with devilish specialty cocktails and the Halloween decorations of your nightmares. Open Tuesday – Saturday 5pm-12am, no reservations.
Celebrate International Beer and Pizza Day with Duckworth’s takeout deal
Monday, October 9 is International Beer and Pizza Day, and what better combo could there be? Celebrateby taking advantage of Duckworth’s everyday takeout pizza and beer deals:
- 1 large 1-topping pizza and 32 oz crowler ($15 plus tax)
- 2 large 1-topping pizzas and two 32 oz crowlers ($25 plus tax)
*Takeout only. Special price only applies to $9 crowlers & 1 topping pizzas. Extra toppings ($1.75/each) & higher priced crowlers are available for an additional charge.
Battle of the Chefs featuring Keenan Vineyards
October 11 | Napa on Kingsley
Join Napa on Kingsley as their chefs go head-to-head in the ultimate dinner battle. $125++ per person. Reserve HERE.
Dockside Dinner Series Presents Lobster Night on the Lake
October 11 | Drift on Lake Wylie
Indulge in a five-course lobster dinner menu in this decadent dining experience on the lake. Guests can add on a wine pairing for $40, and a full bar will also be available. Reserve your spot here.
Charlotte Wine + Food Festival’s 10th Annual Wells Fargo Kickoff Thursday, October 12 | 6:15 p.m.
Ahead of the Charlotte Wine + Food Festival in April 2024, join Charlotte Wine + Food Thursday, October 12 | 6:15 p.m. for the 10th Annual Wells Fargo Kickoff dinner and live auction to raise money for Charlotte-area children’s charities. Guests will enjoy a four-course wine-pairing dinner, music, live auction and dessert reception. This experience is sure to be a remarkably special occasion for all and a chance to taste an array of DAOU Family Estates’ portfolios including Soul of a Lion.
Maker’s Mark Bourbon Dinner
October 18 | Napa on Providence
- $100++ per person
- Reserve HERE
Bourbon Dinner
October 17th & 18th | Napa on Kingsley
- This fan-favorite dinner is back (and spookier than ever) for two nights!
- $125++ per person
- Details HERE
Taste of Birkdale Village
Oct. 14 | 2-5 pm
Enjoy delicious bites from participating Birkdale Village restaurants, an open bar with curated cocktails, live music, roaming entertainment, and more! Spend the afternoon dancing with local band, 3 of a Kind. All ticket proceeds benefit Community Culinary School of Charlotte, a local nonprofit that provides training and job placement assistance in the food service industry to adults who have barriers to employment. Tickets are all inclusive and includes open bar, complimentary bites from participating restaurants, and access to The Plaza and lounge seating. Tickets on sale here.
Meet the Market Italian Wine Pairing & Dinner
Oct. 23 | Margaux’s Wine
Wine Tasting
October 24 | The Pump House
Get your tickets now to enjoy four pours and light bites for just $25. Plus, 10% off your meal if you stay for dinner after the tasting. Reserve HERE.
