It goes something like this: Let’s go to lunch next week…
Yes! Where should we go? Is there anywhere new you’ve been wanting to try? Wait are they even open for lunch? Let me google them. What’s closest to you? Will it be too crowded? Do we need a reservation? Do they even take reservations?
It’s hard enough to get time on the calendar much less figure out where to go. This summer, scoop is covering off your lunch dates by the ‘hood so bookmark this list. We start in SOUTHPARK.
Whether you’re looking to sneak away from the office or choosing the perfect place to catch up with a girlfriend, SouthPark has plenty of great options for lunch. Our top picks:
Legion Brewing
5610 Carnegie Blvd.
You’ll want to try this one with a group! Grab co-workers or girlfriends and split the larger-than-life pretzel and the SouthPark dip platter. Wood oven-baked pizzas and the grilled Carolina trout are also perfect lunch options.
While Legion does attract a loyal lunch crowd, if you’re not part of a large group you should be fine without a reservation. There’s also easy parking right behind the restaurant in the parking deck. Scoop tip: order a Carolina sparkle party for a mid-day alcoholic pick-me up.
Lunch hours: Monday – Friday starting at 11 a.m.
Tandur Indian Kitchen
721 Governor Morrison St. (Morrison at SouthPark)
Try the chicken biryani bowl, and don’t miss the spiced okra fries. Bonus: easy parking in the nearby parking garage.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
Bulla Gastrobar
4310 Sharon Rd. (The Village at SouthPark)
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Indulge in the Monday – Friday $18 two or three course prix fixe menu. Make online reservations here, just to be safe.
Lunch hours: Monday – Thursday starting at 11 a.m. Friday at 11:30 a.m.
TRIED & TRUE CLASSICS
If you have time for a leisurely lunch, don’t miss these favorite SouthPark spots:
Bricktop’s Restaurant (Specialty Shops SouthPark)
6401 Morrison Blvd.
A must. Reservations recommended (make them online here). Don’t miss the Palm Beach salad with crab meat, poached shrimp, remoulade, avocado, tomato and chopped egg. Scoop tip: easy parking.
Lunch hours: Open Monday – Saturday at 11 a.m.
Rooster’s Kitchen
6601 Morrison Blvd.
Be on the lookout for the kitchen’s “bowl of the day” or opt for the classic spit-roasted Joyce Farms chicken. Make online reservations here.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11:30 a.m.
Harper’s SouthPark
6518 Fairview Road
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A SouthPark staple, Harper’s offers a variety of American fare, from steaks and burgers grilled on live hickory to pizzas prepared in the kitchen’s imported wood-fired oven.
Lunch hours: Open Monday – Saturday at 11 a.m., Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for brunch.
Sushi Guru
6601 Morrison Blvd.
This neighborhood go-to offers specialty rolls, platters, bento boxes and combination platters.
Lunch hours: Monday – Friday 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Village Tavern
4201 Congress St.
It’s hard to choose at this SouthPark staple, but the patio is always our pick. Favorites include the Thai chicken salad and the NC mountain trout. Village Tavern is another popular spot, consider making reservations on OpenTable.
Lunch hours: Open Monday – Friday at 11 a.m.
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
4310 Sharon Rd. (The Village at SouthPark)
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Craving sushi? A burger? A little bit of both? The Cowfish has got you covered. Choose from specialty sushi rolls, gourmet burgers and a unique take that combines them both. This is a popular lunch spot, so be sure to download their app to join the digital wait list.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
Paco’s Tacos & Tequila
6401 Morrison Blvd, Ste 8A (Specialty Shops SouthPark)
Head to Paco’s Tacos for a fiesta bowl (layers of cabbage, red rice, black beans, corn, pico de gallo, mixed cheese, avocado with sour cream, plus your choice of shrimp, chicken or brisket) or sharable fajitas.
Reservations aren’t required, but you can make them online if you’re the plan ahead type.
Bonus: easy parking and more than 100 tequila varieties in case the day calls for a mid-day margarita.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
LUNCH HOUR
Short on time? With a visit to one of these SouthPark picks, you won’t have to sacrifice flavor.
Reid’s Fine Foods
4331 Barclay Downs Dr.
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At the deli, choose a specialty sandwich or wrap (try the Salmon BLT) or opt to build your own. View the menu here. Bonus: easy parking and mall access if you’re out and about running errands.
Lunch hours: Open at 9 a.m.
YAFO Kitchen
720 Governor Morrison St. #120 (Morrison at SouthPark)
Build your own creation or choose a favorite signature bowl or wrap.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
Zoës Kitchen
6100 Fairview Rd.
Try the cauliflower bowl with salmon: Chilled cauliflower rice with house-made tzatziki, Israeli skhug, feta, cucumbers and fresh dill. Order ahead online for a quick and easy (and healthy) to-go option.
Lunch hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
