Kick off a brand new month with new flavors around Charlotte. Read on for the latest restaurant openings, events and news to know in November.
Openings & Coming Soon
Oshen, South Charlotte – Open now
From the owners of Yunta Nikkei comes a family-friendly sushi spot now open in the Colony Place shopping center. Expect sushi, hibachi and more in an upscale atmosphere.
Copperhead Social Club, NoDa – Open now
Stop by the former Pepperbox Doughnuts location in NoDa to enjoy burgers and other casual fare at this new bar and neighborhood gathering place.
Folia, South End – Open now
Tucked behind a faux plant shop facade, Folia offers a Miami-inspired nightlife destination. Expect custom cocktails and flatbreads, crudo and other small plates perfect for sharing.
Bird Pizzeria (dining room), Optimist Park
Pizza lovers can now dine inside the popular Bird Pizzeria in Optimist Park. Their new dining room is now open and they’ve also expanded their menu to include salads, five signature pizzas and desserts.
Zeppedie’s, South End – Open now
Zeppedie’s Pizzeria is now open in South End. Featuring fresh ingredient and house made dough, Zeppedie’s return will bring back their original signs along with their famously delicious pizza.
Platform Sports, Lower South End – Open now
Cheer on your favorite team with the help of The Platform’s massive media walls and TVs at this new sports bar and lounge. Sports fans can expect elevated bar food, a full bar and an outdoor rooftop patio opening this month.
Dave’s Hot Chicken, Rock Hill – Open now
Dave’s Hot Chicken, the scrappy late-night pop-up turned hot chicken sensation, is now open in Rock Hill at 2476 Cherry Road.
Cheat’s Cheesesteaks, South End – Opening November 9
In addition to cheesesteaks, the South End restaurant will have new menu items like salads, protein bowls, desserts and drinks like fresh-squeezed lemonade and orangeade.
Napa fans, rejoice! News of a Stonecrest location is on the horizon. They expect to open by mid-November.
Just Announced: Bartaco coming to South End
The popular taco spot just announced it will be opening a Charlotte location in the spot formally occupied by Luna’s Living Kitchen.
Closings
- Village Tavern
- Duck Donuts, Dilworth and Huntersville locations
- Pepperbox Doughnuts, South End
- The Good Wurst Co., South End
Foodie Events
A Good Food on Montford Wine Adventure – Eastern Europe Edition
November 7 | Good Food on Montford
Good Food On Montford announces a uniquely-casual opportunity to taste Eastern European wines and street food served family-style. While the term “Wine Dinner” conjures a formal food and beverage experience for the sophisticated palate, Good Food on Montford General Manager Elizabeth Tackett promises an opportunity to discover little-known wines from small, family estates in Hungary, Slovenia, Georgia and Croatia… “an amazing selection without all the snobby ‘wine connoisseur’ conventions.”
Fall in the South Cooking Class
November 14 | Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen
Learn how to whip up comforting recipes that exude fat: braised short ribs, butternut squash grits, sautéed greens and an apple pastry.
Bourbon & Butcher Dinner
November 20 | Napa Kingsley
Calling all carnivores and bourbon lovers! Come join us for a one-of-a-kind whiskey and culinary experience. We will be presenting five amazing bourbon pours paired with an unforgettable chef created menu. We will be led by a bourbon expert and local butcher who will elaborate on the nuances of each pour and cut of meat as the night unfolds. $125 per person.
Charcuterie Class
November 23 | Napa Kingsley
$75 per person for all supplies and a glass of wine.
Epic Chophouse Thanksgiving Buffet
November 28 | Mooresville & Fort Mill locations
Give thanks for family, friends and not having to do the dishes. Reservations are now open for our annual Thanksgiving buffet that has something for everyone. Our EP/C spread features a carving station with roast turkey and prime rib, handmade fixin’s, seafood options, and a Viennese Dessert Table. From traditional favorites to kid-approved selections, let us host Thanksgiving this year so you can enjoy more time with family and friends and less time fretting.
Meet the Chef: Andres Kaifer of Customshop
December 2
Meet Customshop chef/owner Andres Kaifer. Enjoy an amuse and four courses of Kaifer’s cuisine, based on formative times in his life, while he shares stories about his food and his journey.
State of Confusion and STIR Announce November Charity Month with Partner Isabella Santos Foundation
State of Confusion and STIR will donate a portion of all food and drink proceeds to ISF, a Charlotte-based 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to improving treatment options and care for rare pediatric cancers like neuroblastoma.
The Melting Pot Midtown celebrates 35 years – celebrate and dine for a cause
Celebrate 35 years for The Melting Pot Midtown with a special four-course fondue dinner menu with a portion of sales benefitting The Isabella Santos Foundation.
