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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.

Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina
Steakhouse
American
Under Construction

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.

Uptown
9/1/2026
$$$$
Chef: Michael Mina
Miró Spanish Grille – SouthPark
Mediterranean
Planning

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.

SouthPark
9/1/2026
$$$
The Iberian Pig
Mediterranean
American
Under Construction

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.

South End
8/1/2026
$$$
Market on Morehead
American
Planning

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.

South End
5/14/2026
$$$
Chef: Not specified
Market on Morehead
American
Planning

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.

South End
5/14/2026
$$-$$$
Chef: Not specified
Market on Morehead
American
Planning

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.

South End
5/14/2026
$$$
Chef: Not specified
Market on Morehead
American
Planning

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.

South End
5/14/2026
Chef: Not specified
Market on Morehead
American
Planning

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.

South End
5/14/2026
$$-$$$
Chef: Not specified
Grey's Diner
American
Diner
Planning

A modern reimagining of the beloved Mattie’s Diner, offering classic comfort food with elevated touches and locally sourced ingredients.

The Plaza
4/27/2026
$$
Chef: Sam Diminich
Uchi
Japanese
Planning

A Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.

Plaza Midwood
3/31/2026
$$$$
Chef: Tyson Cole
Uchi
Japanese
Planning

A renowned Japanese restaurant offering non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, known for signature dishes like Hama Chili.

Plaza Midwood
3/31/2026
$$$$
Chef: Tyson Cole
Uchi
Japanese
Planning

A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.

Plaza Midwood
3/31/2026
$$$-$$$$
Chef: Tyson Cole
Uchi
Japanese
Planning

A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences. Uchi offers signature dishes like Hama Chili.

Plaza Midwood
3/31/2026
Chef: Tyson Cole
Uchi
Japanese
Planning

A nationally recognized Japanese restaurant known for its non-traditional Japanese cuisine and omakase experiences, offering signature dishes like Hama Chili.

Plaza Midwood
3/31/2026
$$$-$$$$
Chef: Tyson Cole
Mi Cariño
Mexican
Latin
Planning

A new Mexican-Latin restaurant in South End by the owners of Vinyl, offering authentic flavors and a vibrant dining experience.

South End
3/20/2026
$$
Chef: Not specified
Improper Pig
Barbecue
Southern
Planning

A Charlotte-based barbecue restaurant opening its new flagship location in Plaza Midwood, featuring wood-smoked meats and Asian-inspired flavors.

Plaza Midwood
2/16/2026
$$
Chef: Not specified
Lady Funari
Italian
Planning

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.

South End
1/1/2026
$$-$$$
Chef: Not specified
Lady Funari
Italian
Planning

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.

South End
1/1/2026
$$-$$$
Chef: Not specified
Lady Funari
Italian
Planning

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.

South End
1/1/2026
Chef: Not specified
Lady Funari
Italian
Planning

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.

South End
1/1/2026
$$$
Chef: Not specified
Lady Funari
Italian
Planning

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.

South End
1/1/2026
$$$
Chef: Not specified

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