Business

An overhead photo of a bowl of fried rice, a burger, a tray with ribs, chips, and coleslaw.
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.
March 05, 2026 01:27 PM
 · 
Maria Adnado
A row of Christmas trees line an outdoor market.
Small Business
Shop six Charlotte markets selling Christmas trees
There are plenty of options around the Queen City to find the perfect Christmas tree, garland, or wreath.
December 11, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
Business leaders speak in front of a panel with Ballantyne visible in the background.
Business
South Charlotte leaders discuss city’s business future
Topics discussed included change in the city’s rapidly growing job market + importance of returning to the office.
December 9, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
A plate of curry chicken and spices is placed on a table.
Restaurants
Look for these new restaurants in 2025
These upcoming restaurants will provide a tasty flare to every dish in the Queen City.
December 9, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
CLTtoday_Airbnb CLT interior_Oct 2024
Live
Unforgettable Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
December 6, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Tennis stars Sloane Stephens and Madison Keys serve tennis balls on a tennis court.
Sports
Charlotte Invitational brings wave of tennis hype to the Queen City
Some of the biggest names in tennis arrive in Charlotte to compete and share love for the sport.
December 5, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
People eat on covered benches in an outdoor courtyard lines with trees and umbrellas.
Food
Grab food and stay a while at Optimist Hall
Charlotte’s first food hall offers a wide variety of tasty options + space for community that leaves guests coming back.
December 5, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
A brick building with the words "Reigning Doughnuts" on the exterior.
Small Business
Shopping small in the Queen City
Charlotte is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Rows of crops are planted beneath a massive plastic tent.
Business
Preserving the future of Carolina farmers
The Conservation Fund’s Carolina Farms Fund announced First Farm Project to expand the presence of farming in the Charlotte region.
November 19, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
The exterior of The Dunhill Hotel in daylight.
Tourism and Hospitality
Historic hotel celebrates 95 years in Uptown
The Dunhill Hotel is hosting several events to celebrate its historic standing among a growing landscape.
November 12, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
A packed Spectrum Center watch women's basketball on the court.
Basketball
Spectrum Center to become electric during Ally Tipoff doubleheader
The women’s basketball tournament will feature powerhouse South Carolina vs. NC State.
November 7, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
Load More

The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from CLTtoday
Three rotating images of a festival in a park near a lake, a pair of sneakers in an exhibition, and an empty movie theater.
Events
3 events to celebrate the arts in Charlotte
From supporting local vendors to unique exhibitions, we’re roundup up several ways to support the art scene in the Queen City.
September 18, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Black and white and sepia historic newspaper clippings.
City
Do you remember the 21st night of September?
From historic buildings that no longer stand to ads promoting Charlotte restaurants, we dug through newspaper archives dating as far back as 1883 to celebrate the 21st night of September.
September 18, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
The Uptown Charlotte skyline at sunset.
City
What we “unfortunately do love” in Charlotte
From guilty pleasures to unexpected favorites, the “unfortunately do love” social media trend is taking over the internet — and we want your input.
September 16, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Three men racing to hit a ball while horseback playing polo.
Sports
Queen’s Polo Cup races into Charlotte
Get ready to see horses, athletes, and a race for the cup when the Queen’s Polo Cup hits the pitch for its inaugural event in 2026.
September 16, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
TodaysBest-NominationsOpen-Hero_CLT.png
City
Spread the local love with CLTtoday’s Best
Make your voice heard, nominate your favorite local biz and they could win CLTtoday’s Best Competition.
September 15, 2025
 · 
Staff
A full Bank of America Stadium with the skyline in the background and a soccer game underway on the field.
Sports
How to score FIFA World Cup tickets
Is it your lifelong dream to attend the World Cup? The closest games to Charlotte will be in Atlanta — and now’s your chance to snag tickets.
September 11, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
The outside of a coffee shop on a sunny day. Several chairs and tables are sitting outside in front of a building that says "Night Swim Coffee."
Work
Your guide to Charlotte’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
September 10, 2025
 · 
Gabe Guarente
An exterior shot of Bojangles Coliseum at sunset.
History
7 major firsts of Bojangles Coliseum
Bojangles Coliseum has been a destination in the Queen City for 70 years, so we’re taking a look back at the seven biggest events held at “the biscuit.”
September 9, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
CLTtoday_Queensbridge Collective 2025 rendering_Sept 2025
Development
Construction begins on second tower of Queensbridge Collective building
The new development along South Tryon Street is slated to become the second-tallest residential building and eighth-tallest tower in the Queen City, and offer retail, dining, and office space.
September 8, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Clear bags of red and yellow apples on a bench.
Food
Where to go apple picking around Charlotte
Whether you love them sliced or only baked in a pie, apples taste better when they’re picked fresh from a farm around the Queen City.
September 8, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado