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Mariposa, Charlotte, NC

Mariposa

4.4
4.4
1243 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.

Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 910-0865
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kinsler Josaime
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at Mariposa to celebrate your special occasion with world-to-table culinary and cocktail offerings. We offer both partial and full buyouts of our space with custom menus and Uptown views right here in the heart of Charlotte.For more information please email: info@mariposaclt.com
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Cross Street
    Levine Avenue of the Arts and South Tryon Street
  • Parking details
    Mariposa is directly connected to the Levine Center for Arts parking garage, which is accessible from both South Church Street and Stonewall Street. Park in Visitor Parking and take the Plaza Elevators to level 2, the entry hall.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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Experiences

  • Weekend Gypsy Jazz Brunch At Mariposa

    Multiple dates available
    Upgrade your weekend brunch plans when you join us for Jazz Brunch on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sip on your favorite brunch cocktails and indulge in dishes from our world-to-table kitchen all while enjoying live jazz!
    Weekend Gypsy Jazz Brunch At Mariposa photo

What 1,243 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mariposa offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and a "beautiful ambience." Guests rave about the creative small and large shareable plates, like the standout paella and duck arepas. Service is generally attentive, though some mention delays. Perfect for brunch or dinner, Mariposa is a "true foodie's" destination.

1,243 Reviews
  1. Emily

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, our waiter was fantastic. Would recommend.
    MariposaResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Emily! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service fantastic. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We always strive to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience at Mariposa. We look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers!

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    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent, but food was fair. Would return for cocktails and maybe a few small plates.
    MariposaResponded today
    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our service, but we're sorry to hear that our food didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent meals to all our guests and your comments will definitely help us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with more satisfying meals. Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  3. Ian

    Charlotte

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a special dinner with my family in town, so we wanted to take them to one of our favorite restaurants. Our server Cindy was so kind, personable, and attentive! She truly made the whole experience so special. All of the food was delicious, especially the Moroccan pie and the beef cheeks, and it arrived promptly -- we were never kept waiting. The intimate atmosphere and elegant decor of Mariposa are two of the biggest draws for us. We'll be back the next time we feel like getting fancy and celebrating.
    MariposaResponded today
    Hey Ian, We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a wonderful dinner at Mariposa! It's fantastic to know that you appreciated the food and found our service to be attentive and personable. We're especially happy that you enjoyed our Moroccan Pie and the Lomo Soltado that is made with beef cheeks . We take pride in our prompt service and intimate atmosphere, so it's great to hear that you appreciated both and that Cindy took such great care of you! Thank you for choosing us for your special occasion and we look forward to welcoming you back the next time you feel like getting fancy! Best, Erica Neis-GM

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  4. DREW

    VIP

    Cleveland

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great find. Great spot excellent food and wonderful atmosphere.
    MariposaResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Drew! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Mariposa. It's wonderful to know that our food, atmosphere, and service met your expectations. We strive to provide a great experience for all our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  5. Abby

    VIP

    Charlotte

    134 reviews

    5.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! The Asada experience was so flavorful and hit the spot. Such a vibey restaurant. I do miss the tuna app tho, that was incredible!
    MariposaResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Abby, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Asada experience and found it to be flavorful. It's great to know that you enjoyed the vibe of our restaurant and that you loved our tuna app! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, Erica Neis- GM

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  6. Cindy

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    New Year’s Eve experience was incredible! The mushroom wellington was my favorite dish they were serving. The winter cocktail menu also has some really amazing options like the blush and be merry and the maple tipple!
    MariposaResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Cindy, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an incredible New Year's Eve experience at Mariposa. It's great to know that you enjoyed our Mushroom Wellington and our winter cocktail menu. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals and drinks. Best wishes, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  7. Antigua

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five of us had dinner here for my parents anniversary. Started with a Coquito that was on their drink menu, this tasted like the one I had back in Puerto Rico, very authentic. We had the Paella and the Asada experience, both were delicious. Paella had fresh ingredients well seasoned and the Asada steaks were tender and cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend for any special occasion.
    MariposaResponded on 28 December 2024
    Hello Antigua, Thank you so much for choosing Mariposa to celebrate your parents' anniversary! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our authentic Coquito, delicious Paella, and tender Asada steaks. It's great to know that our fresh ingredients and well-seasoned dishes resonated with you. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for more special occasions! Best regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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  8. Kathleen

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Continue to enjoy Mariposa when I go Prior to concerts. This is my first time at a brunch experience. I love the music and the atmosphere. However, is a vegetarian that does not eat eggs. The options for me were very limited. I would suggest that you incorporate a vegan or lactovegetarian option into your main dishes of the brunch menu.
    MariposaResponded on 28 December 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Kathleen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and our live music before your concerts at Mariposa. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly consider your suggestions for expanding our vegan and vegetarian options. We aim to cater to all dietary preferences and we're glad to hear that you enjoyed the variety of dishes. We hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Erica Neis

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Caribbean

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really good. The live jazz music band was the highlight of the day. The elderberry mimosa was to die for.
    MariposaResponded 3 days ago
    Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found the live jazz music to your liking. It's great to know that our elderberry mimosa was a hit too! We look forward to welcoming you back to Mariposa soon! Best regards, Erica Neis- GM

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  10. sophie

    VIP

    Dubai

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was sooo beautiful and I will definitely be coming back whenever I’m in town
    MariposaResponded on 28 December 2024
    Hi Sophie, Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Mariposa when you're in town! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our beautiful ambiance. We strive to create a unique and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're in town! Best regards, Erica Neis- General Manager

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FAQs

Mariposa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 910-0865.

Mariposa is rated 4.4 stars by 1243 OpenTable diners.

Mariposa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mariposa

500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Levine Avenue of the Arts and South Tryon Street
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Mariposa is directly connected to the Levine Center for Arts parking garage, which is accessible from both South Church Street and Stonewall Street. Park in Visitor Parking and take the Plaza Elevators to level 2, the entry hall.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kinsler Josaime
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (704) 910-0865
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at Mariposa to celebrate your special occasion with world-to-table culinary and cocktail offerings. We offer both partial and full buyouts of our space with custom menus and Uptown views right here in the heart of Charlotte.For more information please email: info@mariposaclt.com
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