We can’t believe it either, but the holidays are right around the corner, at least when it comes to planning your holiday party. If you’re on the hook to organize the company dinner, the supper club evening out, an extended family gathering, or a large group celebration of any sort around the holidays, knowing your options and booking early is key.
To alleviate some of your planning dilemma, we’ve rounded up a list of our favorite Charlotte restaurants with private event spaces for you to check out. And our advice is —don’t delay. You would be amazed how early things book up! Pro tip: Browse more private dining options for groups in Charlotte on OpenTable.
SouthPark & Eastover
Steak 48
4425 Sharon Rd
Steak 48’s commitment to hospitality, ambiance and service is sure to make for an unforgettable night. The restaurant has multiple dining rooms available for booking depending on the size of your party — the Magnolia Room seats 24, the Cardinal Room and Chef’s Dining Room both seat 28, the Kitchen seats 30, the Upper Lounge seats 50, and the Wine Vault seats 70. Plus, no matter what room you book, you’ll have the option to choose among multiple delicious prix fixe menus for your party.
Fill out the online inquiry form here.
Reid’s SouthPark
4331 Barclay Downs Dr
Reid’s SouthPark has an event space for all occasions. You can rent the wine room, indoor restaurant, full restaurant patio, upper restaurant patio with an outdoor bar, or lower restaurant patio with covered awnings and heaters for the cold weather months. If you’d rather dine at home or another space but still want to enjoy Reid’s delicious food, you can book the catering services.
For inquiries, email sydney@reids.com or call 704-377-7686.
Cordial
1824 Roxborough Rd
The rooftop at AC Hotel Charlotte SouthPark, Cordial, is available to rent out for events. The indoor lounge has a 30 person capacity, the canopy terrance has a 12 person capacity and the skyline terrance is perfect for larger groups with a 75 person capacity. Enjoy great drinks, delicious food and rooftop views at this SouthPark venue.
For event inquiries contact marybeth.johnson@marriott.com.
Napa on Providence & Napa at Kingsley
110 Perrin Pl & 1310 Broadcloth St, Fort Mill, SC
Take a trip to Napa for your holiday event, where a variety of experiences are offered — from intimate private rooms to cocktail parties, Napa can customize lunch, cocktail, and dinner options to suit your needs. Napa in Myers Park offers three private spaces with some semi-private options and can host up to 40 seated guests or 60 for a cocktail reception. Napa at Kingsley offers four private spaces with some semi-private options and can host up to 52 seated and 60 cocktail reception guests.
Learn more about events at both Napa locations here.
South End & Wesley Heights
Restaurant Constance
2200 Thrift Rd
Book a private event at Restaurant Constance for a truly memorable holiday celebration. The menu options are seasonal and creative and the staff is hyper-focused on hospitality. You can buy out the restaurant (prices vary depending on day of the week) for a group of up to 40 people for a sit down meal and more for a cocktail style event. If you’re entertaining a smaller group, Restaurant Constance also offers packages in which the chef comes to your home for an intimate meal, or they can drop off a buffet dinner, too.
Explore your 2024 event options at Restaurant Constance online here.
Sixty Vines
1415 Vantage Pk Dr #100
Let the team at Sixty Vines transport your group to wine country this holiday season! There are three event spaces available at Charlotte’s Sixty Vines location — the Napa Room, for intimate dinner parties of up to 14 guests, the cocktail patio for an outdoor celebration with up to 30 guests, and the Greenhouse, a glass-enclosed space for up to 60 guests.
Tour each of the spaces and book online here.
State of Confusion
3500 Dewitt Ln
The Pump House room at State of Confusion is perfect for hosting lively events. Equipped with a private bar, open-air patio, and delicious platters of crowd-pleasing food such as guacamole, quesadillas, ceviche and monkey bread, an event at State of Confusion is sure to impress.
View the space and event menu online here.
VINYL
1440 S Tryon St #105
VINYL offers an indoor/outdoor event space suitable for all holiday gatherings in South End. Parties of ten or more should fill out their online event form which asks details such as contact information, event style and event details. Once submitted, the VINYL team will work with you to ensure your experience is truly unforgettable.
To get started on the event request form, visit here.
Elsewhere
101 W Worthington Ave, Suite 140
Elsewhere is a cool cocktail bar located in the heart of South End that’s sure to impress your guests. To reserve the space, all you have to do is fill out a questionnaire online detailing the number of guests, time of day, duration and cocktail menu preference as well as some contact information. Elsewhere can provide a selection of small bites in addition to drinks, or you can bring in your own outside catering.
Fill out Elsewhere’s event inquiry form here.
Uptown
Coquette
400 S Tryon St #101
Enjoy a truly stunning interior space with delicious French fare by booking Coquette for your holiday event. The restaurant is available for a full buyout perfect for large groups, or you can book the patio, which seats up to 50 guests, or a bar happy hour for up to 25 guests. Larger parties with eight to 15 guests can also be accommodated with side-by-side table reservations. Plus, if you want a cake at your event, Coquette’s in-house pastry chef will work with you to make the sweet treat of your dreams.
To inquire about events, email info@coquetteclt.com.
The McNinch House
511 N Church St
Whether you’re planning an elegant seated dinner, festive cocktail reception or private business meeting, The McNinch House offers the flexibility to customize every aspect of an event to ensure it’s unforgettable and guests enjoy true Southern hospitality in this turn of the century Victorian home. Event options include private dining for up to 35 guests, a chef’s table for four or more guests, or a buyout of the entire restaurant.
For more information, call 704-332-6159 or email mcninchhouse@gmail.com.
Big Chill
911 E. Morehead St., Suite 100
The Big Chill is a venue option less than a mile from Uptown Charlotte. With a fireside lounge and bar, an open floor plan, grand stand for a DJ, full bar and the ability to choose your own vendors, the space will surely make for a night to remember. Not to mention, there are different rooms and spaces available within the venue to rent out for smaller gatherings, too.
Merchant & Trade
303 S Church St
Host your holiday event on the newly renovated swanky rooftop with skyline views at Merchant & Trade. This cocktail bar offers the option to reserve part of or the entire rooftop for an extraordinary event that can accommodate anywhere from 5 to 250 guests. The space is broken up into four distinct areas — the indoor bar/lounge, outdoor terrance, private terrance and lawn — so there’s a spot for everyone and every event.
Tour the areas and inquire about private events online here.
Plaza Midwood & Elizabeth
Supperland
1212 The Plaza
Book your holiday event at this restored mid-century church known throughout Charlotte and beyond for the Southern-style cuisine. Groups of 12 or less guests can book the wine room for full seated service with a view into the prep kitchen, or the speakeasy for a coursed bites and cocktail experience at the Bar at Supperland.
For parties of over 12 guests, the outdoor Garden Grove can accommodate up to 40 for a seated service or cocktail reception, the Bar at Supperland is available for a buyout with passed apps or buffet-style meals, and the entire property can be rented out, too.
To inquire about any of the spaces for your next event, email supperland@icloud.com.
Puerta
1961 E 7th St
A vibrant holiday party at Puerta is sure to be a hit. The menu features traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist and with options such as guacamole, queso, a taco bar and churros, this restaurant will be a crowd-pleaser for the holiday bash. Book the bar rail for up to eight guests, the lounge for up to 20 guests, the patio for up to 30 guests, or buyout the entire restaurant to accommodate up to 50 guests.
Submit your event inquiry online here.
Ballantyne
Postino Wine Cafe
15210 Bowl St #103
Recently opened at The Bowl at Ballantyne, Postino Wine Cafe is a great new option to host a holiday gathering. The indoor cocktail space can host up to 15 while the outdoor cocktail space can accommodate up to 25. For larger parties, book the outdoor seated space for up to 45 or the indoor seated space for up to 50 guests. Once you select your room, enjoy bruschetta, salad, paninis, and of course, lots of wine.
Learn more and contact the restaurant for booking here.
Hestia Rooftop
14819 Ballantyne Village Way 16th Floor
Book your holiday party atop Ballantyne’s only rooftop. The rooftop is available for booking private events, or you can reserve the indoor ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows that show off panoramic views of the city, for your next event. Enjoy perks like immersive A/V capabilities and custom omakase menus when you plan your event in this luxury space.
Fill out the event inquiry form online here.
& Beyond!
Epic Chophouse
104 S Main St, Mooresville & 1365 Broadcloth St, #101, Fort Mill, SC
Make your holiday celebrations epic. For unparalleled service and chef-curated menus that will leave everyone in your group merry and bright, book a private room or the entire restaurant at one of EPIC’s two locations. Both locations seat up to 75 or between 80 and 90 guests for a cocktail reception and feature a fully stocked bar plus dishes such as steaks, salads, lobster, scallops and more.
Explore your options on the “Events” page of Epic Chophouse’s website.
The Pump House
575 Herrons Ferry Road, Rock Hill, SC
The Pump House has four available spaces to rent out for a group event depending on your party’s size and needs. Book the East Balcony for a 20 person plated dinner or 26 person cocktail reception, the West Balcony for a 30 person plated dinner or 45 person person cocktail reception and the Catawba River Room for a 50 person plated dinner or a 65 person cocktail reception. For large groups, the full rooftop can be rented out to accommodate up to 250 people. Plus, delicious prix fixe menus are available in all event spaces, so all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Get more information about events at The Pump House here.
Author’s Note: This article was written by Alex Maloney. You can find more of her Charlotte-related content on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.
