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Restaurant Roundup

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Consider ordering a pisco sour and loin bonbons at Panko. | Photo by AV Olivieri Photography/Creativa Soul Lab via NiceDay

Looking for the next new restaurant hitting the Queen City’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Charlotte — plus, one that’s coming soon.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, The Commonwealth | Ice cream
The popular ice cream chain is known for unique flavors like honeycomb, coffee affogato, Sicilian pistachio, and Earl Grey Tea.

Sala, 715 Providence Rd. | Wine and small bites
This new neighborhood wine bar offers a small snack program featuring marinated olives, stuffed piquillo peppers, cured meats and cheeses, plus spreads like cauliflower purée and hummus.

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee, 9325 JW Clay Blvd., Ste. 223 | Coffee
The Michigan-based chain serves Yemeni coffee and hot tea + honeycomb bread, croissants, and other pastries.

Uchi, The Commonwealth | Sushi | Projected opening: Early 2026
The renowned spot by James Beard award-winning chef Tyson Cole, is expected to serve fresh sushi, hot and cold plates, and seasonal omakase.

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