New & Coming Soon Restaurants in Charlotte
Discover the hottest new dining concepts coming to Charlotte in 2026
From upscale steakhouses to innovative fusion concepts, Charlotte's culinary scene continues to expand.
Chef Michael Mina's acclaimed Bourbon Steak concept coming to The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte in Uptown. Known for duck-fat fried fries, prime dry-aged steaks, and a refined bar program. One of the most anticipated upscale openings in Charlotte's history.
Second location of Charlotte's own Miró Spanish Grille coming to SouthPark, targeting late summer to early fall 2026. Expect the same Andalusian-influenced menu and extensive Spanish wine list as the original.
Atlanta-based Spanish-inspired tapas restaurant The Iberian Pig expanding to South End Charlotte. Known for jamón ibérico, creative charcuterie, and a robust wine and cocktail program.
A new restaurant and bar featuring gourmet American fare such as lobster rolls, wings, burgers, and fries, complemented by a spacious, dog-friendly patio and a 25-foot outdoor TV screen offering skyline views.
A new restaurant and bar featuring gourmet American fare such as lobster rolls, wings, burgers, and fries. The venue boasts a 25-foot outdoor TV screen visible from the Rail Trail and a spacious, dog-friendly patio.
A new restaurant and bar featuring gourmet American fare such as lobster rolls, wings, burgers, and fries, complemented by a spacious, dog-friendly patio and a 25-foot outdoor TV screen offering skyline views.
A new restaurant and bar featuring gourmet American fare such as lobster rolls, wings, burgers, and fries, complemented by a spacious, dog-friendly patio and a 25-foot outdoor TV screen offering skyline views.
A new restaurant and bar featuring gourmet American fare such as lobster rolls, wings, burgers, and fries, complemented by a spacious, dog-friendly patio and a 25-foot outdoor TV screen offering skyline views.
A modern reimagining of the beloved Mattie’s Diner, offering classic comfort food with elevated touches and locally sourced ingredients.
A Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.
A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.
A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.
A renowned Japanese restaurant offering non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, known for signature dishes like Hama Chili.
A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences. Uchi offers signature dishes like Hama Chili.
A new Mexican-Latin restaurant in South End by the owners of Vinyl, offering authentic flavors and a vibrant dining experience.
A Charlotte-based barbecue restaurant opening its new flagship location in Plaza Midwood, featuring wood-smoked meats and Asian-inspired flavors.
A modern Italian pasta bar and café offering homemade pastas, shareable plates, and seasonal ingredients, with a beverage program focused on Italian vermouth, liquors, wine, spirits, and espresso.
A modern Italian pasta bar and café offering homemade pastas, shareable plates, and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant features a pasta counter facing an open kitchen and a European-style outdoor patio.
A modern Italian pasta bar and café offering homemade pastas, shareable plates, and seasonal ingredients, with a beverage program focused on Italian vermouth, liquors, wine, spirits, and espresso.
An Italian restaurant and pasta bar offering homemade pastas, shareable plates, and seasonal ingredients, with a beverage program focused on Italian vermouth, liquors, wine, spirits, and espresso.
An Italian restaurant and pasta bar offering homemade pastas, shareable plates, and seasonal ingredients, with a beverage program focused on Italian vermouth, liquors, wine, spirits, and espresso.
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