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1. Golden Owl Tavern
3.9
Excellent(322)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • University City
Booked 1 time today
Our menus serve up a wide variety of regional classics and craveable treats inspired by the American South. Perfect for date night, graduations, celebrations, brunch or just lunch, you'll be a regular before long. And even if you're not, our friendly neighborhood staff will make you feel like one!
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2. The Speedway Club
4.7
Exceptional(27)
Price: Expensive
• American • Concord
Booked 2 times today
The Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of the world's most unique entertainment venues. With a view that overlooks the famous superspeedway, The Speedway Club is the perfect place for entertaining clients, family and friends. We even host a variety of private and special events year-round including weddings, business meetings, corporate events and holiday parties. Experience first-hand what our members have come to expect from a prestigious Club: comfort and service at an unprecedented value. Combining the thrill with the elegance and service you deserve, The Speedway Club is your club on race day and throughout the year!
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3. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Charlotte
4.1
Excellent(59)
Price: Moderate
• American • Concord
Booked 5 times today
Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
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4. Dave & Buster's - Concord
3.7
Very Good(74)
Price: Moderate
• American • Concord
Booked 4 times today
Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.
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5. Red Lobster - Concord
3.9
Excellent(49)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Concord
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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6. Church and Union - Charlotte
4.6
Exceptional(5090)
Price: Expensive
• American • Uptown
Booked 40 times today
A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine with menu by Executive Chef Aaron Dearing and Bravo Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch. Offering a casual, yet refined atmosphere. Voted 2020 Best Chef Jamie Lynch by Charlotte Magazine | 2020 Restaurant of the Year by CRVA.
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7. Customshop
4.9
Exceptional(1822)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Elizabeth
Booked 37 times today
Customshop is a chef-driven restaurant that showcases local farms and purveyors in an effort to bring our guests the highest quality ingredients within our community. Executive Chef and Owner Andres Kaifer along with his team believe in crafting honest straightforward food with an elevated modern touch that delivers something truly unique. Weekly menu changes allow us to highlight the seasonality of food and the beauty of North Carolina produce, seafood, and specialty items. With stylistic inspiration from Spain, Italy, and France, our neighborhood restaurant aims to make everyone feel welcome. We are proud to offer a seasonal cocktail menu that also takes an ingredient-first approach and looks to mirror the creativity and ingenuity of our culinary team. Our wine list is curated around a balance of old-world staples as well as new and emerging producers pushing the envelope. We cannot wait to serve you on your next date night, post-work drinks with friends, or at a family celebration.
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8. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte
4.5
Awesome(674)
Price: Moderate
• American • Southend
Booked 46 times today
Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!
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9. North Italia - Charlotte - South End
4.6
Exceptional(1713)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Charlotte
Booked 62 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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10. OROSOKO Sound Bar
4.6
Exceptional(43)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Charlotte
Booked 26 times today
Welcome to OROSOKO Sound Bar, a South End restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring a unique East vs. West menu, exquisite sound, comfortable acoustics and a team of gracious hosts, passionate in delivering inspired hospitality. This cocktail, or “listening”, lounge offers a unique setting to enjoy craft cocktails and relaxed fine dining from renowned Chef Jay Pound, while immersed in the curated sounds of a skilled DJ on our world-class audio system. There simply is nothing like it. Indulge in our beautifully crafted signature cocktails, while savoring Asian and Latin inspired tapas-style shareables in a natural environment that exudes sophistication, comfort and luxury. At Orosoko, we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class, welcoming atmosphere that is stylish, but never pretentious. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - 4:30pm-12:00am (kitchen open until 10pm). Friday/Saturday - 4:30pm-2:00am (kitchen open until 12am). Sundays for brunch - 10:00am-4:00pm (kitchen open until 3pm).

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