Caleb’s guidebook - Charlotte
City/town information
Charlotte
Food scene
Great local BBQ with local flavors and every type of sauce that represents the entire state of NC. A must try place.
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Midwood Smokehouse
1401 Central AveGreat local BBQ with local flavors and every type of sauce that represents the entire state of NC. A must try place.
Great southern restaurant with a modern charm. Great chicken and waffles, hush puppies, tater tots and local NC Trout!
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Haberdish
3106 N Davidson StGreat southern restaurant with a modern charm. Great chicken and waffles, hush puppies, tater tots and local NC Trout!
Great historic burger joint in Charlotte. Locally owned for years and serves up amazing burgers and onion rings. But their trout is also something they are known for. A great local spot for lunch or to go!
South 21 Jr Family Restaurant
6920 N Tryon StGreat historic burger joint in Charlotte. Locally owned for years and serves up amazing burgers and onion rings. But their trout is also something they are known for. A great local spot for lunch or to go!
Another great BBQ spot in Charlotte. Their brisket is delicious smoked to perfection, along with their green beans and mac n cheese. A must try in Charlotte.
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Noble Smoke
2216 Freedom DrAnother great BBQ spot in Charlotte. Their brisket is delicious smoked to perfection, along with their green beans and mac n cheese. A must try in Charlotte.
Great asian food for groups with small plates diverse menu. There best item on the menu is their Fire Chicken. It is a must try!
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Seoul Food Meat Company
1400 S Church StGreat asian food for groups with small plates diverse menu. There best item on the menu is their Fire Chicken. It is a must try!
Showmars
214 North Tryon StreetGreat local Greek/American eatery. Classic burgers, Greek salads, Gyros and more!
Great brunch spot. Multiple locations throughout the city. Great service and farmed to table.
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Famous Toastery
8933 J M Keynes DrGreat brunch spot. Multiple locations throughout the city. Great service and farmed to table.
Great upscale local Italian spot in Midtown. Homemade sauce and bread that will be an unforgettable experience.
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Mama Ricotta's
601 S Kings DrGreat upscale local Italian spot in Midtown. Homemade sauce and bread that will be an unforgettable experience.
One of the best breakfast spots in town. All plates are served up fresh in a modern diner vibe to start your day off right!
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Snooze an AM Eatery
1331 Central AveOne of the best breakfast spots in town. All plates are served up fresh in a modern diner vibe to start your day off right!
Great local find to enjoy seafood in the heart of South End. I would recommend their oysters to start with.
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The Waterman Fish Bar
2729 South BlvdGreat local find to enjoy seafood in the heart of South End. I would recommend their oysters to start with.
Great burger spot in Charlotte. There are multiple in the city but locally owned. A juicy burger with some sweet potato fries or fried pickles make for a great combo for lunch of dinner. A must try!
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Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
1626 East BlvdGreat burger spot in Charlotte. There are multiple in the city but locally owned. A juicy burger with some sweet potato fries or fried pickles make for a great combo for lunch of dinner. A must try!
A great local pizza joint. Wings are amazing! Pizza is hot and made fresh.
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Tony's Pizza
1530 Overland Park LnA great local pizza joint. Wings are amazing! Pizza is hot and made fresh.
The Hobbyist
2100 N Davidson StGreat place to get a casual burger and local craft beer. They have outdoor and indoor seating. Great spot to relax for lunch or a quick dinner.
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Moo & Brew
1300 Central AveGreat place to get a casual burger and local craft beer. They have outdoor and indoor seating. Great spot to relax for lunch or a quick dinner.
Neighborhoods
The city's thriving arts and entertainment in CLT. There are a lot of local music venues, local restaurants and dog friendly bars.
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NoDa
The city's thriving arts and entertainment in CLT. There are a lot of local music venues, local restaurants and dog friendly bars.
South End is a great vibrant place for nightlife, cultural food, local breweries, and lively vibe to enjoy a night on the town.
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South End
South End is a great vibrant place for nightlife, cultural food, local breweries, and lively vibe to enjoy a night on the town.
This laid back neighborhood has great local food options, local shops, plenty of low key dive bars and great ice cream.
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Plaza Midwood
This laid back neighborhood has great local food options, local shops, plenty of low key dive bars and great ice cream.
Sightseeing
Great hike 20 minutes from Charlotte south west of the city.
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I-Crowders Mountain State Park
522 Park Office LnGreat hike 20 minutes from Charlotte south west of the city.
A great time learning about the great Billy Graham who was a Charlotte native. This is a must see to learn more about the city and his impact on Charlotte and the world.
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Ibhayibheli yaseBilly Graham
4330 Westmont DrA great time learning about the great Billy Graham who was a Charlotte native. This is a must see to learn more about the city and his impact on Charlotte and the world.
Great food hall to find local shops, food and drink options.
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Optimist Hall
1115 N Brevard StGreat food hall to find local shops, food and drink options.
Nightlife
Great local bar in uptown. Has two tiers and has amazing wings and nachos for the table to try!
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Graham St. Pub & Patio
400 S Graham StGreat local bar in uptown. Has two tiers and has amazing wings and nachos for the table to try!
Great rooftop bar to grab a drink and immerse yourself with skyline views. This bar has outdoor and indoor seating. Best rooftop bar for views and a classy vibe.
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Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo
220 E Trade StGreat rooftop bar to grab a drink and immerse yourself with skyline views. This bar has outdoor and indoor seating. Best rooftop bar for views and a classy vibe.
Great local brewery in the heart of Plaza Midwood. Their famous beer is Juicy J. It is an IPA that is not too hoppy and goes down smooth. A must try.
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Legion Brewing
1906 Commonwealth AveGreat local brewery in the heart of Plaza Midwood. Their famous beer is Juicy J. It is an IPA that is not too hoppy and goes down smooth. A must try.
Great local bar for live music and food. Their jack mac is the best thing on the menu. Must order a few for the table!
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JackBeagle's
3213 N Davidson StGreat local bar for live music and food. Their jack mac is the best thing on the menu. Must order a few for the table!
Great local entertainment spot with arcade games, corn hole, ski ball, etc. Great for groups and parties, not to mention their food is amazing and drinks are delicious!
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Queen Park Social
4125 Yancey RdGreat local entertainment spot with arcade games, corn hole, ski ball, etc. Great for groups and parties, not to mention their food is amazing and drinks are delicious!
Great vibrant bar with multiple levels taking you to the top with skyline views with a great dance vibe and thrilling night.
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The Gin Mill
1423 S Tryon StGreat vibrant bar with multiple levels taking you to the top with skyline views with a great dance vibe and thrilling night.
Armored Cow Brewing Co.
8821 JW Clay BoulevardGreat spot to grab a drink in downtown Plaza Midwood. They have fresh handmade drinks with a southern charm. Highly recommend.
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Workman’s Friend
1531 Central AveGreat spot to grab a drink in downtown Plaza Midwood. They have fresh handmade drinks with a southern charm. Highly recommend.
Activities
These are some things to do during the day in Charlotte.
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center PkwyI have gone here since a child and they always seem to make it better. Whether it’s a new giga coaster or a new activity or game. It’s a great place to spend the day. They have events all throughout the year!
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Carowinds
300 Carowinds BlvdI have gone here since a child and they always seem to make it better. Whether it’s a new giga coaster or a new activity or game. It’s a great place to spend the day. They have events all throughout the year!
Discovery Place Science
301 N Tryon StNASCAR Hall of Fame
400 E M.L.K. Jr BlvdConcord Mills
8111 Concord Mills Boulevard