23 new Charlotte restaurants and bars that have already opened in 2017
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We’re halfway through the year. Have you made it to all these spots yet?
If not, you better add them to your list because there are even more upcoming openings on the way.
Dilworth Tasting Room
Address: 300 E. Tremont Avenue, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: January 11
Agenda story: Dilworth Tasting Room opens tomorrow
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Waterbean Uptown
Address: 616 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte NC 28202
Opened: January 28
Agenda story: Waterbean debuts in Uptown and this coffeeshop will eventually have a drive-thru
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Zia Pia Pasta Bar
Address: 7th Street Public Market, 224 E. 7th Street, Charlotte NC 28202
Opened: February 25
Agenda story: Zia Pia Imports is bringing a pasta bar to 7th Street Public Market
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The Porter’s House
Address: 7417 Waverly Walk Avenue, Charlotte NC 28277
Opened: February 28
Agenda story: I took a date to Charlotte’s new steakhouse, The Porter’s House. Here’s how we spent $202.38.
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Luca Modern Italian Kitchen
Address: 1523 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte NC 28204
Opened: late February
Agenda story: Passion8 is now Luca Modern Italian Kitchen and they have $30 all-you-can eat pasta on Wednesdays
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Bourbon N Burgers / Ed’s Tavern 2.0
Address: 2200 Park Road, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: BNB debuted March 8 but promptly returned to its original Ed’s branding by early May following harsh criticism of the new name
Oh boy, looks like Dilworth favorite Ed’s Tavern changing name to Bourbon N Burgers
Bland new name, but still pretty much the same old Ed’s Tavern
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The Ed’s Tavern name is coming back
GoodRoad CiderWorks
Address: 117 Southside Drive, Charlotte NC 28217
Opened: March 17
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GoodRoad CiderWorks will open in Lower South End later this month
Queen Park Social
Address: 4125 Yancey Road, Charlotte NC 28217
Opened: March 20
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Agenda story: Here’s your first look at the cocktails, food and surprisingly good desserts at Queen Park Social
Boulevard 1820
Address: 1820 South Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: March 28
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Agenda story: A new cocktail bar is coming to South End under Tupelo Honey Cafe
Sabor SouthPark
Address: 3920 Sharon Road, Charlotte NC 28211
Opened: April 28
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Agenda story: Sabor SouthPark’s official grand opening is this Friday, April 28
Bold Missy Brewery
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Address: 610 Anderson Street, Charlotte NC 28205
Opened: May 13
Agenda story: Bold Missy Brewing coming soon to North Davidson with beer honoring history’s strong women
Fire House Bar & Food Truck
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Address: 320 W. Carson Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: March 29
Agenda story: Fire House Bar & Lounge replaces crematorium and debuts table service, DJs, bar swings and hookahs in South End
Uptown Cool
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Address: 320 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte NC 28202
Opened: April
Agenda story: Owners of Crisp open Smoothie Bar in Uptown’s Latta Arcade
Living Kitchen SouthPark
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Address: 4521 Sharon Road, Charlotte NC 28211
Opened: May 1
Agenda story: Living Kitchen’s second Charlotte location opens today in SouthPark. Take a look inside
Common Market Oakwold
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Address: 4420A Monroe Road, Charlotte NC 28205
Opened: May 3
Agenda story: Common Market Oakwold is opening in the next couple weeks. Take a look inside
Catawba Brewing
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Address: 933 Louise Avenue, Charlotte NC 28204
Opened: May 6
Agenda story: Peek inside Catawba Brewing’s new Charlotte location, set to open in May
Palmer Street Game Bar
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Address: 412 W. Palmer Street, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: May 6
Agenda story: South End’s Gold District is getting a 21+ game bar with free play arcades
Oak Steakhouse
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Address: 4777 Sharon Road, Charlotte NC 28210
Opened: May 10
Agenda story: Oak Steakhouse opens in SouthPark this week. Take a look inside and see the food
Midwood Smokehouse Backlot
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Address: 540-C Brandywine Road, Charlotte NC 28209
Opened: May 18
Agenda story: BBQ lovers, start salivating: Midwood Smokehouse targets Thursday, May 18 for Backlot opening
Desano Pizza Bakery
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Address: 1500 E. 3rd Street, Charlotte NC 28204
Opened: May 22
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Agenda story: Desano Pizza Bakery is now open in Cherry
Trade and Lore / Salud Cerveceria
Address: 3306 N. Davidson Street, Charlotte NC 28205
Opened: June 3
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Pop the Top
Address: 116 West Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28203
Opened: June 3
Agenda story: Pop the Top is your all-in-one local beer stop with a chill living room vibe
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Topgolf
Address: 8024 Savoy Corporate Drive, Charlotte NC 28273
Opened: June 9
Agenda story: Topgolf opens June 9 in south Charlotte. Here’s a sneak peek and what to expect
