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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Charlotte

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall 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 favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of The Melting Pot - Charlotte - Lake Norman restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1282)
$31 to $50
Fondue
Huntersville
About the restaurant
The Melting Pot is Huntersville’s fine-dining destination, with mouthwatering offerings for people with all tastes. One bite is all takes to make a fondue believer out of you. Whether you’re arrived for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to experience the full 4-Course Experience, you’ll leave a fan of our gourmet fondue. When you’re in the mood for something different and special, fondue is the perfect choice. Our friendly servers blend artisan cheeses tableside before delivering freshly made salads with signature dressings. Choose your own custom entrée and cooking style, but make sure to save room for dessert. Everyone loves chocolate, and we deliver the most indulgent chocolate experience you’ll ever have! You’ll find our fondue restaurant right off Highway 77 in the Lake Norman area near Charlotte. We’re just a few miles from Charlotte Motor Speedway in the heart of NASCAR Country.
Top review
H
Dined 1 day ago
Our experience at the Melting Pot was second to none. We've had the opportunity to eat at another location and it wasn't nearly as much of a pleasurable experience... The Lake Norman location was full of helpful staff members and the ambiance was unmatched. The food was SO delicious and my faith in The Melting Pot brand was restored. I cannot express how delicious the food was! Additionally our waitress Mia, was absolutely PHENOMENAL... She was kind, patient, informative, courteous, and one of the best waitresses we've ever had. She should really be a trainer or manager because her demeanor and skills were tip top notch and she could easily fit in at a Michelin Star restaurant. Overall, I'd highly recommend The Melting Pot at Lake Norman. You will NOT be disappointed.
A photo of The Melting Pot - Midtown NC restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1599)
$31 to $50
Fondue
Midtown
About the restaurant
The Melting Pot Restaurant in Charlotte is where fun is cooked up fondue style.

Our Charlotte restaurant is located in the Midtown neighborhood. Close to all Uptown hotels, Bank of America Stadium, Spectrum Center, Blumenthal Performing Arts center.

The experience is great in a group and romantic for couples. The intimate location provides a casually elegant, intimate atmosphere. The relaxing four-course experience begins with a cheese fondue prepared table side. A fresh salad follows while your entrée pot heats up. You’ll simmer a variety of tantalizing meats, seafood and vegetables. Each morsel is hot, fresh and delicious and all entrées are accompanied by an array of dipping sauces to add to the flavorful fun. Chocolate fondue is the finale.

Top review
kellyvip
Dined 4 days ago
The Melting Pot never disappoints! Food and service is always top quality! Have been coming for many years! Server and manager always very attentive! We will see you all again soon!
A photo of Constantine’s Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (81)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Gastonia
About the restaurant
Visit our restaurant to experience our relaxing atmosphere, to find a peace of mind and to enjoy our diverse, delicious, gourmet menu. Our extensive choice of side and main dishes and appetizers, as well as NA and alcoholic beverages are made to make your taste buds happy!
Top review
Rich
Dined 4 days ago
The food was very good, we had the lamb stew, my wife had lamb casserole. The atmosphere was unique and the service also very good. We look forward dining again.
A photo of Bentley's restaurant
4.9
4.9 (884)
$31 to $50
French / American
SouthPark
About the restaurant
American-French establishment offering high-end cuisine in an upscale atmosphere located in South Park.
Top review
Billvip
Dined 6 days ago
Everything was excellent, the service ,the food. We had an exceptional experience.
A photo of Copper restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2065)
$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.
Top review
Cathyvip
Dined 3 days ago
After living in SC for the last two years, we missed the variety of dining choices NC has to offer. We craved the complex flavors we knew Copper has and they delivered 100%!
A photo of New South Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1310)
$31 to $50
Regional American (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.


Top review
Christinevip
Dined 3 days ago
Hidden gem… people are missing out on the best brunch in Charlotte!
A photo of Steak 48 - Charlotte restaurant
4.9
4.9 (7227)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
SouthPark
About the restaurant
At Steak 48 in Charlotte, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. The diverse menu at our Charlotte steakhouse location will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Our master butchers custom cut 28-day wet-aged steaks by hand for cooking in our 1800-degree broiler. Much of our beef comes from Midwestern farms in Michigan and Wisconsin as well as premium Wagyu beef brought in from the Mishima Reserve. Enhance your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail made from local ingredients. Make your reservation today. We can't wait to see you!
Top review
Claudiavip
Dined 1 day ago
Everyone was in the right mood…everything was super delicious and ANDREAS??? OMG!!! The best !!!💙🤍 Efcharistó!!! Definitely the best spot !!!
A photo of Chapter 6 restaurant
4.8
4.8 (356)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Southend
About the restaurant
With Chapter Six, Rare Roots Hospitality brings the Western Mediterranean to South End, with bold dishes that show off the flavors of the coasts and fields of Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Italy. Located directly on the Rail Trail in the heart of South End.

Must try dishes include the Whipped Ricotta, Sherry Braised Pork Cheek, Spicy Tuna Crudo, and Skate Wing! Sip on our two top selling cocktails, Almafi Coastin' or Peace + Friendship, while you dine.

Chef Scott Hollingsworth and Chef Jon Cox
General Manager Ellis Lindsay
Bar Program Brittany Kellum
Wine Director Hilary Demmitt

Top review
ChristinaAvip
Dined 5 days ago
The food was amazing. We sat at the bar and had exceptional service. I will definitely be going back here. It was a little pricey, but that’s mostly because we ordered a lot of food and wine.
A photo of Customshop restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1746)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Elizabeth
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
Baileyvip
Dined 4 days ago
Customshop is our go-to date night spot! We love the lively but comforting ambience, the drink menu is well created, and the food is such a great value.
A photo of Miro Spanish Grille restaurant
4.8
4.8 (215)
$31 to $50
Spanish
South Charlotte
About the restaurant
Uncover the Spanish restaurant experience in South Charlotte, indulge in a delectable paradise of fresh, Modern Spanish & Tapas Bar. Miro Spanish Grille brings the vibrant flavors and ingredients of Spain into the culinary spotlight, combining the bold taste of classic Spanish cuisine with timeless European Modern cooking techniques.


Top review
Dr. Mary
Dined 6 days ago
Outstanding food, service and atmosphere! I am always delighted to dine at Miro!
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