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👑 A queen’s feast

A steak, mashed potatoes, and vegetables are served on a dinner table next to a glass of wine.
Dilworth Tasting Room (DTR)-SouthPark is one of the dozens of local restaurants offering dining deals during Queen’s Feast. | Photo via Dilworth Tasting Room
Savor a feast fit for a queen.

Now is the perfect time to explore Charlotte’s dining scene by taking part in Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week — running from Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 28.

What is Restaurant Week?

For 10 days in January and July, more than 100 of the best restaurants in counties across the Charlotte area offer three courses at dinner for a special prix fixe price — $30, $35, $40, $45, or $50 per person.

Pro tip: Reservations are recommended and must be made during dinner hours.

A photo of grilled chicken skewers laid on a plate.

Mizu in SouthPark is offering dining deals for Queens Feast + spectacular rooftop views.

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Photo by CLTtoday

How do I participate?

It’s simpler than you may think. No passes, tickets, or restaurant coupons are required. Just head to a participating restaurant after booking your reservation + voilà, you’re taking part in the Charlotte Restaurant Week menu.

Pro tip: Advance reservations must be made during dinner hours.

A plate of pizza is served on a table in a restaurant.

Looking for fresh pizza? Check out Margaux’s Wine, Pizza & Market for Queen’s Feast.

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Photo by CLTtoday

Participating restaurants

From Ballantyne to Huntersville, restaurants in virtually every Charlotte neighborhood are taking part in this year’s Queen’s Feast. There’s a full list of participating restaurants, but this City Editor is offering you a quick preview of what popular restaurants are dishing out some delicious deals:

Ballantyne
Elizabeth
South End
SouthPark
 
Asked
 

How are you approaching Restaurant Week?


A. Give me my comfort food
B. Trying something brand new
C. Finally a chance to try a super fancy restaurant
 
 
Events
 
Friday, July 19
  • Camp North End Studio Crawl | Friday, July 19 | 6-9 p.m. | Boileryard, 300 Camp Rd., Charlotte | Free | Artists invite you to explore their studios and check out their work on display.
  • Sammy Hagar: The Best of All Worlds Tour | Friday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | PNC Music Pavilion, 707 Pavilion Blvd., Charlotte | $35+ | Spend Friday night jamming to the “Red Rocker” with special guest Loverboy.
  • Showtime Theatre Company presents 42nd Street! | Friday, July 19 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Johnson Hall at Winthrop University, 1920 Alumni Dr, Rock Hill | $20+ | Experience the “Lullaby of Broadway” as the award-winning theater company performs this iconic show.
Saturday, July 20
  • Inaugural Charlotte Crime Stoppers 5K Run/Walk | Saturday, July 20 | 8-11 a.m. | 1750 Shopton Rd., Charlotte | $30 | Kickoff Saturday with a run to benefit public safety in Charlotte.
  • Country Fest at Sycamore | Saturday, July 20 | 12-5 p.m. | Sycamore Brewing & Taproom, 2151 Hawkins St., Charlotte | Free | Join a toe-tappin’ good time with live music, exclusive brews, and mouthwatering bites.
  • Summer Pop-Up Market | Saturday, July 20 | 12-4 p.m. | Ballantyne Village, 14825 Ballantyne Village Wy., Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music + sip and shop from more than 30 local vendors.
Sunday, July 21
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News Notes
 
Development
  • A new hotel is coming to Huntersville. Town commissioners approved the permit 5-1. The 121-room development will be at 8830 Northpointe Executive Park Dr., adjacent to Birkdale Village. Construction is expected to begin in 2025. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Biz
  • CPL, a New York-based architect firm, acquired 21,000-sqft of property at The Station at LoSo. CPL will move from its current SouthPark location to the new site directly across from Scaleybark Station along the LYNX light rail.
Health
  • NCDHHS has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to expand school-based health care in North Carolina. The goal is to ensure children and families have equitable access to health services..
Open
  • Postino WineCafé opens today at The Bowl at Ballantyne. This is its first location in North Carolina. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The first 100 guests will receive a complimentary bottle of bubbles and a $50 gift card.
Family
  • Craving a sweet treat? Sweet Summer Jam is happening tonight in South End. Urban Sweets is giving free ice cream to the first 100 visitors at Atherton Plaza from 5:3 to 7:30 p.m. There will also be live music + sidewalk chalk.
Festival
  • Flow Fest returns this fall at the US National Whitewater Center. The two-day event running Sept. 13-14 is centered on yoga immersion. Registration starts at $275 per person.
Drink Up
  • Clink, clink — we’d like to make a toast. Drink Up Week is coming Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26. To celebrate Charlotte’s buzzy beverage culture, local businesses are offering fun drink deals throughout the week. Map your route and raise a glass.
Sports
  • Butler High School grad Cierra Burdick is aiming to win gold at the Paris Olympics. Burdick is part of the US 3x3 women’s basketball team, a sport that made its Olympics debut in Tokyo in 2021. (WCNC)
Listen
  • What are the most important questions that must be answered in training camp? Go beyond the field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Health
    Seasonal
    • Experience all four seasons at the Biltmore — and snag an exclusive discount — by becoming a Passholder at Biltmore® before the end of July. Enjoy unlimited visits to all 8,000 acres, plus free admission for kids and big savings on shopping, dining, estate events + more. Join today and save.*
    Wellness
     
     
    Outdoors
     

    🚴🏻 Booty is back

    Cyclists bike down a road in Myers Park with large trees in the background.
    1,200 participants are expected to roll on the Myers Park Booty Loop Friday, July 24 at 7 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25. | Photo via WCNC
    It’s almost time to booty. Riders are gearing up for 24 Hours of Booty 2024. The annual cycling event in the Myers Park neighborhood is set for Friday, July 26-Saturday, July 27.

    Registration is still open for anyone interested in riding.

    What is 24 Hours of Booty?

    This is a 24-hour-long party with a meaningful cause. The inaugural ride was held in 2002 when Charlotte attorney Spencer Lueders sought to raise awareness for cancer through a cycling event. It has since become one of the Queen City’s biggest annual events.

    Editor’s note: Organizers stress this is a charity ride — not a race — so participants can ride or walk as much or as little as they like.

    Not able to ride? No worries. Volunteers are needed to help with event check-in, hydration stations, and entertainment in the kid zone, and more.
     
    The Buy
     
    These men’s lightweight cotton-blend undershirts, which are moisture-wicking, tag-free, and on sale in color white.
     
    Answered
     

    On Thursday, we asked “What makes your perfect burger?”


    A burger with bacon, potato chips, and American cheese next to an order of fries, crispy onion rings, and a pistachio milkshake.

    Chef Bobby Flay’s go-to order is the Bacon Crunchwrap with onion rings (or French fries) and a pistachio shake.

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    Photo by CLTtoday

    We spoke to chef Bobby Flay during the grand opening of Bobby’s Burgers in SouthPark. Flay shared his thoughts on what makes a perfect burger. Here were yours:

    35% — All about the condiments, baby
    29% — A toasty bun
    29% — Melty cheese — the gooier, the better
    6% — Keep is saucy
     
    6AM City In-house
     
    The Wrap
     
    CLT_Jack VanderToll

    Today’s edition by:
    Jack

    From the editor


    This is the final weekend for Harper’s Restaurant in SouthPark before closing. Please consider stopping by before Saturday night to show your support.
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