The Bowl features a lively mix of restaurants, cafés, and retail, all set around walkable outdoor plazas and green space, creating a relaxed yet energetic atmosphere. You’ll find everything from casual bites and local favorites to spots with rooftop patios and scenic seating.
Downtown Matthews has a walkable area with food, coffee shops, and local boutiques — ideal for a leisurely afternoon.
Tyler's favorite spot currently. Grab a drink at Charlotte Beer Garden next door and enjoy great food at Culinary! Reservations are encouraged. Don't forget to validate your parking on your way out the door.
Reservations needed. Classic dishes all prepared incredibly with wonderful service. HIGHLY recommends the parmesan fries!
Great spot for beer and food with a Par 3 course and Driving Range behind the brewery.
Farm to table, great spot to share small plates. Cassidy recommends the lamb burger and Tyler recommends the pork chop in beans.
Throwback 80s classic steakhouse with incredible service and delicious food. More on the pricey side, but recommended if you have time!
One of our favorite restaurants- great appetizers, entrees, and tiramisu!
Our favorite theatre to watch movies!
A fun, high-tech entertainment venue that’s part golf driving range, part sports bar and restaurant — perfect for groups, families, or couples looking for something different.
Whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, and outdoor adventure just outside Charlotte.
This is where we first met! We've been on a few dates here since then since we love bar food and games!
One of the Southeast’s most popular amusement and water parks, Carowinds offers fun for all ages with thrill-ride roller coasters (like the famous Fury 325), family attractions, and a big water park included with admission.
A large open-air outlet shopping destination just southwest of Charlotte featuring 100+ brand-name and designer stores with discounts (often 25–65% off).
A large, two-level indoor shopping mall just south of Charlotte, Carolina Place offers a wide mix of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment all under one roof — perfect for guests who want to shop, grab a bite, or enjoy a casual outing.
Perfect for curious minds of all ages — hands-on science exhibits, kids’ exploration spaces, and rotating educational displays.
A whimsical, insta-worthy spot full of mind-bending optical illusions and fun photo ops.
Explore one of the Southeast’s premier art museums with a wide array of American, contemporary, and craft art — a beautiful indoor stop for culture lovers.