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Restaurant Roundup
🍽️ Charlotte’s new hangouts
Are you craving a cold dish, like ceviche, or a warm dish, like tacos? | Photo by CLTtoday
One thing about Charlotteans — we love a new restaurant. Be sure to bookmark this list for all the new spots to try.
February openings
Dilworth Social House | American
The new concept by Vitale Hospitality Group aims to be an American-inspired grill with upscale bar food.
Half Shell | Seafood
The restaurant serves ceviche, lobster rolls, crab legs, steak, and oysters.
The Naked Farmer | Farm-to-table
The restaurant opens tomorrow, Feb. 11, and provides a seasonal menu, focusing on locally-sourced ingredients.
Crazy Legs | Sports bar
Pair your game day with grease-free dishes like wings, sliders, salads, and turkey legs + cocktails.
January openings
Dozo | Asian
Order menu favorites like Tonkatsu sandos, crab fried rice, and sample the new bar program with a focus on sake and Japanese whiskeys.
The Story of Mi Cariño | Latin
Savor Mexican and Left Coast Latino-inspired cuisine, paired with small-batch mezcals and tequila.
According to Labor Department statistics released last week, the Charlotte region added more jobs in 2025 than any other metro area except New York City. Looking?These companies are contributing to the hiring trend. (The Charlotte Ledger)
Announced
Miami-based Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, a Michelin-recommended pizzeria known for its star-shaped pies, will open its first Charlotte location at The Bowl at Ballantyne this fall. Expect to order from an extensive pizza menu, featuring calzones, fresh salads, a burrata bar, and desserts. An exact opening date is TBA.
Real Estate
If your home wishlist includes overlooking the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, this 3-bedroom, 4-bath home in Belmont should be on your list. Just off North Davidson and East 17th streets, this 2016 home features spa-like finishes in the primary bath, plenty of storage, and plenty of natural light.
Job
Speaking of jobs... Charlotte Pride will host its annual job fair on Thursday, Feb. 19, at UNC Charlotte’s Dubois Center in First Ward. The annual event connects jobseekers with employers from across the Queen City. Plus, guests can get free headshots and LinkedIn makeovers.
Plan Ahead
Panda Fest announced it will return to the Charlotte area April 17-19 at the Route 29 Pavilion in Concord. Tickets start at $10 and go on sale Friday, Feb. 13 at 10 a.m.
Ranked
Charlotteans are not the best at pinching their pennies, according to a new WalletHub ranking. Columbia ranks No. 107 out of 182 in the list of cities with the best budgeters. It’s easy to buck that trend with one of these lunch deals.
Sports
NASCAR Hall of Famers Jeff Gordon and Kurt Busch will join the driver lineup for IROC, a unique competition making its Ten Tenths Motor Club debut during the Heritage Invitational. Mark your calendar for Friday, April 10 — tickets start at $50.
Holiday
Flowers fade: Spa days don’t. Give the gift of elevated massages, facials, and full-day relaxation this Valentine’s with a Woodhouse Spa gift card. Snag one in a few seconds — they’ll remember it for years.*
Travel
Some experiences can’t be replicated — only witnessed. From the Shadow of the Bear to the Blue Ridge Parkway, these Jackson County must-dos belong on every 2026 bucket list. Start planning your trip.*
Shop
Meet the intimacy gummy: Camino Wild Cherry, the ultimate edible for date night. Heighten sensory experiences and ignite that special spark with a THC gummy that fits seamlessly into your Valentine’s Day plans — without the hangover or bloat of alcohol. Get 20% off a full-size tin with code 6AM20.†*
Event Spotlight
Get ready to turn some pages while competing for prizes.
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Do the Olympics or the Super Bowl have you feeling competitive? The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation is hosting Book Club Madness, an annual friendly competition that encourages book clubs from across the Queen City to read, earn points, and win prizes over the course of three weeks.
Growing up comes with plenty of firsts. With a Cash App Card, teens have a safe way to practice saving, managing money, and spending — all with their own debit card, and you as their guide.‡
ICYMI, more than 20 restaurants are anticipated to open this year in Charlotte — plus a few more opening dates that are still under wraps. What I can reveal: I’m getting an early bite of The Improper Pig this week and can’t wait to tell you all about it.
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