Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Charlotte

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Charlotte? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The 220 Café

4.9

4.9 (448)

$30 and under

American

Statesville

About the restaurant

The 220 Café is a Contemporary American Cuisine restaurant, located in the historic district of downtown Statesville, NC.

The 220 Café provides a fine dining experience and atmosphere for all of our guests. With a combination of class and elegance, the 220 Café also exudes a “stop by anytime” welcome to the restaurant.

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MaureenVIP

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

I had a lovely lunch with my girlfriend while at 220 Cafe. Great food and service!! A great location to Wine & Dine at lunch and or dinner!!

New South Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (1373)

$30 and under

Southern

Arboretum

About the restaurant

We strive to create an experience that looks at the Southern dinner table through a new lens. Our menu offerings are rooted in southern comfort dishes but are elevated to a level that will excite today’s diner. They remind us of family meals around our dinner tables but over deliver complex flavors and stimulating presentations. Our guests are served by a staff of eager hospitality professionals capable of providing the backstories of dishes, suppliers and ingredients. The experience offers a balance between soothing and creative, rustic and refined, downhome & uptown, satisfied and craving more.

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Megan

Dined 7 days ago

Always a great experience ....wonderful food in a resturant you can hear everyone at the table when they speak! Good drinks and great service.

Seaboy

4.9

4.9 (87)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Cornelius

About the restaurant

Seaboy is built on a love for good food, community, and sustainability. We’re a team of locals who care about where our ingredients come from and how they’re prepared. With 10 tables in the dining room, we ensure each dish receives the attention it deserves, making every visit feel like a part of the community we’re proud to be in. We believe in keeping things simple and honest, and we’re here to make sure every visit feels special.

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PennyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing!! Five stars!!! Service, food, chef, a great experience!!

Yama Loso

4.9

4.9 (27)

$31 to $50

Sushi

South Charlotte

About the restaurant

Yama Loso invites you to experience a unique blend of modern ambiance and authentic Asian cuisine in Charlotte, NC. Step inside and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring warm walnut woods and elegant gold light fixtures. Whether you prefer the sushi bar, cozy booths, or intimate tables, Yama Loso is ideal for romantic evenings, gatherings with friends, or solo dining.

Our menu showcases traditional Japanese dishes with a contemporary twist. Savor melt-in-your-mouth nigiri and sashimi, innovative hot dishes, and kushiyaki, all crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients. Be sure to try our weekly off-menu specials that include specialty fish flown in from around the world and Asian fusion kitchen items.

Enhance your meal with our extensive sake selection. Our knowledgeable bartenders are ready to help you find the perfect pairing for an unforgettable dining experience at Yama Loso.

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Fabiana

Dined 3 days ago

The whole experience was wonderful. My husband and I were celebrating his birthday, and it was a memorable first visit to this restaurant. We'll definitely be back soon.

Copper

4.9

4.9 (2114)

$30 and under

Indian

Dilworth

About the restaurant

Our innovative presentation of Indian cuisine must be experienced in order to be appreciated. Intimate seating, contemporary Indian art and music, top shelf spirits, and a superb wine list are a few examples of the Copper experience.

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KeyWestRegular

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food and service as always! Love the Tikka Masala!

Cafe Monte

4.8

4.8 (6184)

$30 and under

French

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Cafe Monte brings French fare to Charlotte. Classic favorites served all day include quiches and crepes, eggs, waffles, French toast, along with freshly baked artisan breads, pain au chocolat et croissant. In the evening enjoy Bistro service and classics like duck confit and trout amandine. This French Bakery and Bistro has a delectable dish for everyone. Don't forget to stop in at any time of the day for coffee or cappuccinos. We've recently added a private dining room that sits up to 40 people that can be utilized in many ways to suit your event perfectly! For any information on reserving our private dining room, please email our catering manager, Brittany, at info@southernpecanrestaurant.com and we will begin!

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Theresa

Dined 2 days ago

My boyfriend and I love this restaurant. The food is always consistently delicious, service excellent and a wonderful ambiance. Plus, we can hear each other for a pleasant conversation! Highly recommend Cafe Monte for any occasion or just a relaxing night out.

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4.9

4.9 (1124)

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Mooresville

About the restaurant

Located at the Mooresville Golf Club, On the Nines presents Southern hospitality in the refined setting of a European inspired bistro. With the personal touch and vision of Executive Chef Steve Jordan, our upscale cuisine is offered at affordable prices with generous portions, sure to tame any appetite. By the end of your first visit, you’ll know why On the Nines has become a favorite fine-dining destination for the Lake Norman area. On the Nines welcomes guests to join us for dinner during the week, as well as for brunch on Sundays. If you’d like to make a special night, or simply want to enjoy a great drink, we offer both a great selection of cocktails as well as an extensive wine list.

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Greg

Dined 5 days ago

Another wonderful night in the area’s best restaurant. Food was amazing and service the best.

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Red Rocks Cafe - Charlotte

4.8

4.8 (3270)

$30 and under

American

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Red Rocks Café is a locally owned and operated, unique American Restaurant. We have operated in the greater Charlotte, NC area since 1992. We currently operate two units. The Original Red Rocks is in the Southpark area of Charlotte at the Strawberry Hill Shopping Center, and the newer unit, opened in 2003 is at Birkdale Village in Huntersville, NC. We offer a very diverse menu of appetizers, salads, pasta, steaks, seafood, chicken, and sandwiches. Our wine and dessert offerings are world class. We are unique in that we have something for everyone. No one is excluded due to price or category of food. At Red Rocks you can choose to “eat” or “dine.” Our mission is to professionally and efficiently operate a clean, upscale, restaurant that consistently offers great food and beverage at a reasonable cost. We invite you to visit Red Rocks Café for a great experience.

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Robyn

Dined 2 days ago

Food was delicious. Waiter was excellent. Ambience was perfect.

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4.8

4.8 (2669)

$31 to $50

Italian

Uptown

About the restaurant

At Luce, you’ll fall in love with the relaxed elegance of this uptown restaurant tucked into the Truist Center Plaza. Luce is the perfect spot for any occasion for romantic dinners, family celebrations, or business dining. Our menu offers a broad range of seasonal, Italian cuisine including specialty salads, hand-made pasta, and fresh daily seafood and meats. Luce's beverage offerings complement the depth and breadth of the menu, from seasonally changing and skillfully made cocktails, to an impressive wine selection, with a focus on Italian wines, as well as European and American labels.

Whether you dine al fresco on our beautiful patio or under the stunning Murano chandelier in our intimate dining room, your dining experience will be unforgettable.

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patrickVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, great service, great ambiance as always.

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4.7

4.7 (108)

$30 and under

Southern

Southend

About the restaurant

Our fried chicken may be the best tasting fried chicken you'll ever try!

Leroy Fox "Camden" is located in South End: a unique and charming neighborhood loved by so many! We love what we do and we love our guests even more. Thank you for all of the love and support!

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RyanVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The food was great as well as the service but the music was so loud I could not hear the person on the opposite side of the table. I like fun music while enjoying a meal however this could be toned down some. Thanks!

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