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🍔 Who’s hungry?
Guests at Vinyl can order crispy Brussels sprouts with a maple bourbon glaze or garlic bread pizzas at any hour. | Photo via NiceDay Creative
We’ve all been there. You’re leaving a show or wrapping up a night on the town, and the midnight munchies hit. But it seems the lights are off and the grills are cold at all your favorite restaurants.
Well, that’s not quite true — because there are spots across Charlotte that cater to nighttime eaters craving pizza, burgers, or hot chicken. Save this list for the next time you’ve got an after-hours craving.
Growlers Pourhouse can stack a mean burger.
Photo via Growlers Pourhouse
Eclectic eats
Bar One Lounge, 6815 Phillips Pl. Ct., Charlotte | Open until 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday
Savor a bit of woodfired wings, pizza, truffle fondue fries, and dessert. The comfortable lounge is connected to 800° Woodfired Kitchen to serve freshly fired meals in an upscale setting.
Amélie’s French Bakery & Café, 136 E. 36th St., Charlotte| Open until 12 a.m. Friday-Saturday
Satisfy your sweet tooth with French pastries, a coffee, or savory sandwich after an evening out.
Growler’s Pourhouse, 3120 N. Davidson St., Charlotte | Open until 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday
Order a plate of wings, pork belly tacos, oysters, or a classic burger at this neighborhood bar.
Editor’s note: The kitchen closes at 11 p.m. but chips and queso are still available after that.
Feed your whole crew with 28-inch pizzas from Benny’s.
Benny Pennello’s, 2909 N. Davidson St., Ste. 100, Charlotte | Open until 3 a.m. Friday-Saturday
Head to this NoDa restaurant for a bubbling-hot, 14-inch slice of pizza.
Pro tip: Benny’s in South End offers the same menu and hours.
Fuel Pizza, 1501 Central Ave., Charlotte | Open until 3 a.m. Thursday-Saturday
This Plaza Midwood favorite has been serving New York-style pizza since 1998. Order a specialty or classic pie from the pick-up window + tater tots or cinnamon knots for a full spread.
Charlotte Checkers vs. Cleveland Monsters | Friday, Oct. 18-Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Bojangles Coliseum | $25+ | Cheer on the Checkers during their home openers.
School of Rock The Musical | Friday, Oct. 18 | 7:30-9:45 p.m. | Children’s Theatre of Charlotte | $22+ | Watch the talented cast in this guitar-shredding musical based on the hit movie.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Goat Yoga | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10-11 a.m. | Graham Cabin at Dairy Barn Entrance, Fort Mill | $40 | Stretch and laugh in this beginner-level class with baby goats.
Charlotte Chalk Art Festival | Saturday, Oct. 19-Sunday, Oct. 20 | 12-5 p.m. | NoDa Brewing Company - North End | Free | Watch street art come to life in this friendly competition between local and regional chalk artists.
Mt. Holly Lantern Parade | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Ida Rankin Elementary School, Mount Holly | Free | Line the streets to watch 1,000+ hand-made lanterns adorn the night sky.
Carolina Ascent FC vs. Brooklyn FC | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | American Legion Memorial Stadium | $15+ | Cheer as the Ascent fight to remain undefeated against Brooklyn FC.
SkillPop: Get Started Sewing | Monday, Oct. 21 | 6:30-8 p.m. | 201 Camp | $38 | Practice your sewing skills in this guided workshop.
Benson Boone | Monday, Oct. 21 | 8 p.m. | Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre | $40+ | Experience the “Beautiful Things” in this live performance by the emerging artist.
The Empire Hotel, an historic site in downtown Salisbury, will be upgraded as part of a $25 million restoration project. Renovations will include 38 permanent residences, boutique rooms, and a steakhouse. The hotel formally opened in 1859. (WBTV)
Job
Fort Mill is hiring 15 new firefighters. The town was awarded a $4.2 million FEMA SAFER grant to cover the salaries and staff for a third fire station. The station is one of six grant recipients in South Carolina. (WCNC)
Coming Soon
Asheville-based Poppy’s Handcrafted Popcorn is opening in Birkdale Village on Friday, Oct. 25. The gourmet popcorn company will donate 20% of all sales during opening weekend to WNC hurricane relief.
Announced
Due to popular demand, Blume Studios is extending Space Explorers: The Infinite. The immersive experience at the former Charlotte Pipe and Foundry warehouse takes visitors through the ISS. See our experience.
Drink
STIR is celebrating Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Week with a s’more seasonal cocktail. The restaurant at 1422 S. Tryon St., Ste. 130 will be donating $1 to the Southern Smoke Foundation Emergency Relief Fund for every old fashioned photo posted on Instagram through Sunday, Oct. 20.
Try This
It’s showtime. The Funny Bus is hosting Beetlejuice-themed tours around the Queen City. For $35, riders get a hysterical tour filled with history, trivia, and plenty of movie references. The themed tours end Thursday, Oct. 31.
Sports
Will the team dynamic change as rookie running back Jonathon Brooks joins the lineup before Sunday’s game in Washington, DC? Go beyond the playbook for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Travel
Looking for a quick weekend getaway? Johnston County Visitors Bureau is making it even easier to experience their vibrant craft beverage scene with a newly launched digital passport — and it includes access to exclusive discounts + rewards for their popular Beer, Wine, and Shine Trail. Get-a-goin’, CLT.*
Curious about CoolSculpting? A local mom recently shared an in-depth look at her eight-week journey to noninvasively target + reduce spongy fat — complete with before and after pics.*
Finance
If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Experts identified these top credit cards for anyone looking to pay down debt with no interest until 2026.*
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Community
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Our 6AM City newsletters in Asheville, Charlotte, Greenville, Raleigh, Columbia, Charleston, and Winston-Salem and 21 other cities across the country are built around communities — and our hearts are heavy for our friends, family, and team members affected by the destruction of Hurricane Helene and its aftermath.
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