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Customshop, Charlotte, NC

Customshop

4.8 (1865)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
1601 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 333-3396
  • Website
    http://www.customshopfood.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Andres Kaifer
  • Catering
    Please contact us at info@customshopfood.com for all catering inquiries!
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at info@customshopfood.com for all private event inquiries. We're happy to answer any questions you might have!
  • Location
    1601 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
  • Neighborhood
    Elizabeth
  • Cross street
    Travis
  • Parking details
    Surface lot located across the street from and behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Lynx Gold Line Trolley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Customshop's menu was last updated on 12/29/2022.

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What 1,865 people are saying

Customshop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Customshop offers a "phenomenal" dining experience with "outstanding" food and "amazing" service. Guests adore the "dynamic" dishes and seasonal menu changes, featuring "fantastic" cocktails and a top-tier bourbon selection. The atmosphere is "buzzy and cozy," perfect for a "great night" out. A "top place" in Charlotte for exceptional dining.
1,865 Reviews

  1. janice

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing experience, every dish was outstanding and dynamic. We enjoyed so much, the service was excellent.

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  2. Jason VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top to bottom , wonderful meal, amazing service , great cocktails . Customshop is one of top places in Charlotte for a great night.

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  3. Katherine VIP

    Charlotte14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely booth to catch a pre-show early dinner - everything was delicious and Blair was a delight of a server - attentive and helpful with menu options. Ambience buzzy and cozy. Feel good vibe

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  4. Graham

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal. The food was absolutely incredible and Zoe, the bartender, was legendary.

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  5. John

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great drinks, terrific service. The experience is always enjoyable.

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  6. Lisa VIP

    Charlotte10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic experience. Great food, service and cocktails!

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  7. scott VIP

    Charlotte32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The amazing thing about the Customshop is that they are constantly changing the menu around, and everything we've ever tried there is fantastic. And the premium bourbon selection is second to none in Charlotte. Will certainly keep going back.

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  8. Joseph

    New York City28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our experience. Phenomenal service, excellent food with creative presentation. Nice wine list across multiple price points.

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  9. Stephen

    Charlotte8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another perfect night! Thank you!! We couldn’t wait to share you with my sister visiting from England and as always you didn’t disappoint!! Great evening, delicious food and drink, flawless service!

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  10. Abby VIP

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    this was the best meal we’d had in Charlotte in a long time. food and drinks were outstanding and so was service.

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Customshop is rated 4.8 stars by 1865 OpenTable diners.

Customshop 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.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Customshop

1601 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Travis
  • Neighborhood
    Elizabeth
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Surface lot located across the street from and behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Lynx Gold Line Trolley
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andres Kaifer
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.customshopfood.com/
  • Phone number
    (704) 333-3396
  • Catering
    Please contact us at info@customshopfood.com for all catering inquiries!
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at info@customshopfood.com for all private event inquiries. We're happy to answer any questions you might have!
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