Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Charlotte

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1. Caroline's Oyster Bar

4.4

Awesome(782)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 43 times today

A fanciful take on a coastal seafood place, Caroline’s Oyster Bar celebrates the charm and fresh flavors of North Carolina’s coastline. Uptown Charlotte’s most desirable anchor features a breezy outdoor patio, charming Carolina-style raw bar and spacious dining room alongside high-quality daily oyster selections and seafood dishes.

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2. Eddie V's - Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(3284)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 28 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Charlotte Uptown

4.7

Exceptional(4065)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 32 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Our steak house is conveniently located within walking distance from popular attractions like Blumenthal Theater, Charlotte Convention Center, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and more. Ruth's Chris Uptown has been named the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner, a true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

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4. Dos Caminos - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Charlotte

Booked 39 times today

Welcome to Dos Caminos Charlotte! A New York staple made it to North Carolina! The new Dos Caminos Charlotte is your next party destination. Enjoy Sizzling Fajitas, fresh made to order Guacamole, Cerveza, Margaritas, and more! We know life is better with a patio view, our outside patio is the perfect setting for sippin’ & chillin’ in the beautiful Charlotte weather!

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5. Búho Bar at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte

4.4

Awesome(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Charlotte

Booked 2 times today

Celebrated for its Argentinian-inspired bohemian design and sophisticated flavors, Búho is a sultry, modern rooftop lounge.DIRECTIONS: Please enter through our valet Porte Cochere (parking is discounted for Búho customers) off of Church Street in Uptown Charlotte, NC. DRESS CODE: Elegant, stylish and sophisticated interiors invite our guests to experience a journey to Argentina through bohemian design, unique flavors and curated music. As we desire to maintain an elevated experience for all of our guests, we encourage business casual clothing

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6. Trade Restaurant And Bar

3.8

Excellent(16)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Charlotte

Serving three meals a day, Trade Restaurant and Bar tempts your palate with local flavors with a touch of Carolina Coastal.Start your day with fresh, local flavors carefully selected to accommodate modern eating lifestyles, signature offerings including chef-crafted egg dishes, warm pastries and locally sourced grains and proteins. Beverage selection include freshly- squeezed orange juice and Stance coffee which is directly sourced from the farmers and helps families harvest a better future.Trade Bar is serving trendy drinks, imported beers and local micro brews alongside light lunches and dinners, the Trade Bar is the ideal place to meet friends or relax after a long day in downtown Charlotte.

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7. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(809)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 96 times today

Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

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8. Sixty Vines - Charlotte Southend

4.7

Exceptional(946)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 77 times today

Often referred to as “the wine lover's restaurant,” Sixty Vines delivers simple, yet flavorful cuisine paired perfectly with 60 wines on its sustainable tap system. Every plate and pour is designed to inspire adventure and discovery of wine culture reimagined. Guests are encouraged to experience abundance over shared plates, enjoy wine “pinkies down” and to visit for brunch, lunch and dinner. Signature menu items include charcuterie boards, seasonal proteins, wood fired pizzas and innovative pasta dishes all inspired by ingredients found in wine country.

9. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1714)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 89 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in South End, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Charlotte to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

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10. North Italia - Charlotte - South End

4.7

Exceptional(1780)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Charlotte

Booked 88 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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Valerie
South Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My mother and I dined here and were very pleased with the presentation and ambience. The staff was highly professional and accommodating. I would highly recommend this restaurant in the future .
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Eddie V's - CharlottePrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.8
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Ron
Washington, D.C. Area •20 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
The food is definitely well prepared and very good. Our waiter was attentive and considerate. I wouldn’t say it was amazing but it was a nice meal.
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Caroline's Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.4
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Amy Domiter
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our experience last night was amazing. Our service at table with our server was the best we ever received here.. Not sure excatly how to spell his name. But it's like Joseph but Wasif. He was very friendly, personable, great customer service. We really liked him. Will definitely ask for him AGAIN
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Charlotte UptownPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.7
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Ron
New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
We did not have food instead attending a wine tasting at their rooftop terrace. Very well produced, exceptional service, beautiful venue.
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Búho Bar at Grand Bohemian Hotel CharlottePrice: Moderate• South American• Charlotte
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4.4
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TeresaVIP
Charlotte •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 7, 2025
We enjoyed sitting outside on the patio and people watching while we had some yummy food. Our server, Jonathon, was excellent!
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Dos Caminos - CharlottePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Charlotte
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4.5

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