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Food
New and coming-soon restaurants in Charlotte
Dining in Charlotte is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way. From a classic hamburger to fine dining, bookmark this page to keep in the know about all the new restaurants coming to town.
April 28, 2026 03:34 PM
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Experience high tea on Mother’s Day
If you’re looking for a unique gift for mom, this list of high tea ceremonies is fit for a matriarch.
May 7, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
Uplifting entreprenuers during Small Business Month
Mecklenburg County is offering a slew of resources and events during Small Business Month.
May 1, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
Gift giving made easy for mom
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Staff
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Small Business
“We’re more than capable.” Cakeable Cafe is now open
The new brick-and-mortar cafe in Uptown Charlotte does more than sell coffee and pastries.
April 23, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
Charlotte distillery expands facility to meet growing demand
The Matthews based Oaklore Distilling hopes the upcoming expansion will warm the soul.
April 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Small Business
Popular Charlotte brewery reopens its doors
Wooden Robot welcomes crowds while moving forward after a sudden loss.
February 27, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Food
Get the scoop on Gastonia’s old-fashioned ice cream staple
Tony’s Ice Cream was featured on Southern Living’s list of “most iconic old-school ice cream shops.”
February 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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