Restaurants near Freedom Plaza Shopping Center

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1. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Southend

Booked 75 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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2. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

4.0

Excellent(511)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Uptown

Booked 171 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Charlotte, NC , Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 5+ call: 312-659-1951 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining**NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS**While we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

3. O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2334)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southend

Booked 49 times today

O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

4. La Belle Helene

4.7

Exceptional(2781)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 47 times today

From the team that brought you Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville & Ophelia's Nashville, La Belle Helene is a refined brasserie serving French fare, beer & wine in a soaring, elegant space with a lengthy bar.

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5. Church and Union - Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(5001)

Price: Expensive

• American • Uptown

Booked 59 times today

A 5th Street Group Concept. Modern-American cuisine with menu by Executive Chef Aaron Dearing and Bravo Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch. Offering a casual, yet refined atmosphere. Voted 2020 Best Chef Jamie Lynch by Charlotte Magazine | 2020 Restaurant of the Year by CRVA.

6. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1553)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 64 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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7. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2761)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 43 times today

Fin & Fino is a social seafood house located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte! Our menu features raw bar offerings, housemade pasta, fresh fish, delicious proteins, and seasonal produce. With an emphasis on small plates, our menu is built for sharing and has something for everyone! Led by Brittany “BK” Kellum, our talented bar team is constantly shaking up creative new cocktails, experimenting with spirits both rare and familiar. Every drink we serve is balanced and expertly crafted with made-in-house ingredients, and our unique menu ensures that each visit to Fin is a memorable experience. Looking for something special? Go for "The Treatment" and let our kitchen work their magic, curating a feast just for you! Our team will guide you through a tasting tour of dishes both on and off our menu. For every guest who chooses 'The Treatment,' $5 is donated to a partnering charity.

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8. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1146)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 21 times today

Serving up prime cuts of beef and authentic homemade pasta, including 100% American Wagyu, Dean’s delivers a classic steakhouse experience in a modern, rustic setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

9. Mariposa

4.5

Awesome(1194)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

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10. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(448)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 20 times today

Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Coquette offers the charm of an old-world French buvette with a vibrant, casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet morning with a fresh almond croissant on our patio or savoring an evening apéro, Coquette is the perfect escape. Our menu is complemented by classic French cocktails and a wine list curated by Advanced Sommelier Fabien Boudart. Discover our monthly wine classes and exclusive wine club, designed for wine enthusiasts and those new to the experience. As owner Jill Marcus shares, “Coquette isn’t just for French cuisine aficionados. It’s for anyone curious and ready to explore the flavors of France.” Join us for lunch Tuesday-Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

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Aubreyvip
Charlotte •21 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Get the monkeybread for dessert! Hope was our server and she was awesome!!
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Culinary Dropout - CharlottePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Southend
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4.4
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Alexis
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My cousins & I came from out of town for the Maxwell concert. Found out about this spot on tiktok & loved what I saw so I had to visit to check it out. Ronnie our server was very attentive!! Food & drinks were a 8.5/10. The experience was great & we will most definitely come back!
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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - CharlottePrice: Expensive• Southern• Uptown
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DUANE
Charlotte •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our second time mainly due to how excellent the first time was. We were not disappointed as the food, service and atmosphere were once again top notch. La Belle Helene has become our favorite restaurant in Charlotte now and will be our go to during the events we attend downtown. Highly recommend.
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La Belle HelenePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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Frankvip
Charlotte •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service are always very good at North Italia.
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North Italia - Charlotte - South EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• Charlotte
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Amy
Charlotte •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Dinner was to celebrate friend’s birthday and everyone at O-ku did a fantastic job of making her feel special for her birthday. The food and service were amazing as always!
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O-Ku - CharlottePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Southend
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4.8

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92 restaurants available nearby

1. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

2. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

3. O-Ku - Charlotte

4. La Belle Helene

5. Church and Union - Charlotte

6. STIR Charlotte

7. Fin & Fino - Uptown Charlotte

8. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

9. Mariposa

10. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

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