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The King's Kitchen, Charlotte, NC

The King's Kitchen

4.5
4.5
1997 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern
Locally-sourced, southern-inspired, mission-driven cuisine in the heart of Uptown Charlotte.

Whether you sit down to a heaping plate of Aunt Beaut’s pan fried chicken or opt for our Chef’s pick of fresh fish daily, know that here, our cuisine extends well beyond delicious: it is truly good for the soul.

Located in the heart of uptown Charlotte with a mission of bringing hope to those most in need, King’s Kitchen is a non-profit, southern-inspired restaurant that doubles as a ministry to give hope, dignity and a warm meal to those most in need. Dine well knowing that each meal purchased directly contributes to a free meal to our homeless neighbors as well as job training to give others a new lease on life.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 375-1990
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Phil Barnes
  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Cross street
    Church and Trade
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in metered spaces on Church St (North of Trade St) and on Trade St (West of Church St). <br /><br />There is a paid garage half a block on the left hand side of Church St.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,997 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Innovative

  • Charlotte

    Good for groups

  • Charlotte

    Innovative

  • Charlotte

    Good for groups

1,997 Reviews
  1. BobB

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was amazing! Can’t wait to go back again.

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  2. JoyB

    San Antonio

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very quick service. Good menu recommendations. Shrimp a little to salty. Chicken great. Beer excellent.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very friendly staff & delicious food. My sister and I enjoyed the fried chicken and the chicken pot pie. We were visiting from out of town and would certainly go back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great! Loved the key lime cheesecake and the indoor/outdoor seating!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Love this place and all the staff. Service was just slow for an early dinner and drinks forgotten. I would go back anytime!!

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  6. RichT

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We liked the mission. Great way to support the community and enjoy a great meal!

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  7. KevinV

    Naples

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Loved the food, especially the fried chicken and the spinach artichoke dip. We did think the noise level was on the higher side, everything seems to echo inside. We would recommend and we would return..

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    The service and ambiance is very nice. However, this is not the place to go if you’re looking for real southern food. The seasoning on the protein is not there.

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  9. AmyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party thoroughly enjoyed our visit to King's Kitchen. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. Our food was DELICIOUS. I loved my chicken pot pie-it's so flavorful and so rich! The collard greens may have been the best I've ever had. I hope to visit Charlotte and The King's Kitchen again!

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  10. Kbutler518

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fun atmosphere and delicious food, staff was very attentive and accommodating.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was one the best restaurant experiences we have had in a long time. Food was delicious and our server was the BEST we have probably ever had. Can’t wait to go back!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    My drink never came from the bar, but otherwise the experience was great! I got the burger and it was amazing! Highly recommend, plus it’s a nonprofit restaurant that gives back to the hungry in the Charlotte area.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined on 8.26.23, my waitress went above & beyond and made sure my dining experience was worthwhile! Food was AMAZING! Highly recommend this non-profit restaurant!

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  14. Lovebrewpubs

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal made better knowing we were helping the community!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal of roasted pork shoulder and the chicken pot pie. A nice glass of Novellum Chardonnay and my husband had a really good cider. Our server, Will, was excellent. Definitely recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  16. StephanieA

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, the food and the ambiance were all amazing. We had an incredible time.

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  17. Sucker4GoodFood

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience3
    We came at 5 as soon as dinner started, however, we got leftover food from lunch. Nothing was fresh, Everything is à la carte and can really add up by the time you order your main meat and 2 sides. They should definitely think about offering a selection of entrées that come with at least one side. Also, every time I come back it seems like the prices keep getting higher, but the value is not there. Other than that, service was good.

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  18. EP92

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was good. Portions a bit skimpy and not all food was hot and for the price I would expect better. Fried green tomatoes were delicious. Service very slow.

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  19. AnnaC

    Western NC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alex is a great waiter. Attentive. Manager went out of his way to check on us. He has a great smile. Bartender made me the best drink I’ve had in years. We will go back for sure.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Picked it becauit was close to our hotel. So glad we did. The best catfish I’ve ever ate. All of the food was delicious!! Service was great as well. Then we learned it is a nonprofit that helps feed the poor. 10/10 all the way around.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great location for eating before a Charlotte Knights game at Truist Field. We were greeted immediately by a friendly hostess and seated even though we were 20 minutes early for our 6 pm reservation. Our server was very attentive and brought out waters and took drink orders very promptly. The biscuits, cornbread and collard greens were great, but we ordered them as sides, not starters and they came out way before our main courses. The fried chicken and shrimp & grits were excellent but the grilled boneless pork chop was tough and not well-flavored. Overall, we had a nice dinner and we were happy to support the mission of The King’s Kitchen.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    It was ok, it was my first time. I wouldn’t return but glad I tried it.

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  23. JoniP

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was phenomenal and they had a great variety.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. We hade a grilled chicken sandwich and fried chicken sandwich as well as fries and pimento cheese. They were all good! Additionally, eating here raises money for good causes.

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  25. JeffL

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great place to eat when we come into Charlotte. Would recommend to anyone. Great food. I recommend the fried chicken it is a staple at the King’s Kitchen.

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  26. DarinW

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Absolutely the worst “chicken pot pie” I’ve ever had in my life. The gravy, 5 pieces of chicken and the Exon Valdez oil slick that was on it was disgusting. My husband had the calabash shrimp and it had a freezer burnt taste to it. He had to take the breading off to actually eat it. The waitress didn’t seem to know what she was doing and the wait for what we got was bad. We eat out a lot and should not have even gone here since their anti gay which I wasn’t aware of until we looked the place up and the owner on google. Bad bad bad!

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  27. LisaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Overall experience was wonderful. Great food. But it was a work lunch and we weren't greeted for several minutes. We were seated but waited 5 to 10 minutes before anyone came to even ask us what we wanted to drink. I wouldn't reserve for lunch again but maybe dinner when I don't have to be back at work.

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  28. KarenN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful! We went to a play at the Blumenthal after our dinner, and sat next to a couple from Columbia. They were so impressed with our reccomendation of the King's Kitchen, they vowed to eat with you the next time they come to Charlotte!

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  29. VarietyIsASpice

    Charlotte

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Consistently good food & good vibe. The staff is always friendly & attentive, and this time was no different.

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  30. williamw

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    chicken was bleeding and food was too salty also mac and cheese

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  31. DanielleS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    The hostess had a horrible attitude towards us. We asked for a different table for the occasion and she was very rude to us. The server was amazing! He gave us time to look at the menu and even suggested items and explained the menu since it was our first time there. Only reason I would return is if he is there. Get rid of the hostess.

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  32. ashmobut

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Our server, Ashley, was nice and so was JB! The food came out pretty quickly & was really tasty! The pimento cheese was flavorful & the fried oysters were absolutely delicious! They were fried to perfection. We will be back to try other menu items as the prices were pretty fair.

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  33. GinaS

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious southern food in the heart of Charlotte. Prices were reasonable. Will visit again.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Five star. Five star. Five star. Five star. Five star.

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  35. WallaceC

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal there, will go back in the future.

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  36. AnnG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience2
    Noise level too high for conversation. Food was very good but overpriced. I really wanted to love it. I love the concept but the atmosphere is way too loud.

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  37. JaimeB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The mission is the reason to come out and try Kings Kitchen. The food and service is a reason to go back again and again. This was our first visit and have decided the 45 min drive uptown is worth it. We were greeted immediately upon entering and seated promptly after. Our server was amazing explaining the menu and even making recommendations. Shrimp and grits, fried chicken, a burger, and pot pie were our mains though we also had the crab and spinach dip, Mac and cheese, greens, and fries. Our large family ate most of our dinner but made sure we saved room for dessert. Banana pudding and cookies and cream torte. Prior to tasting the pudding I was told its as good as mine. Surprisingly my kid was right! Everything was delightful and bc they support a mission I do we have made this our celebration location!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great meal. Hadn’t been in a while and was happy to return.

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  39. ShaunE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is indeed a southern restaurant in the heart of Charlotte. If you are looking for those classic dishes with lots of flavor, definitely give TKK a try!

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  40. Kelly

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyable experience. Perfect pre- show dinner.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The King's Kitchen is rated 4.5 stars by 1997 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The King's Kitchen

129 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Church and Trade
  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available in metered spaces on Church St (North of Trade St) and on Trade St (West of Church St). <br /><br />There is a paid garage half a block on the left hand side of Church St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Phil Barnes
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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