Rhianna & Alexx
Things To Do
Camp North End
Food stalls, public art, shops & events in an adaptive reuse complex once used as a car factory & military depot. We've spent SO MUCH time here. You'll love it.
Dilworth Tasting Room
We went here for our second date!
Salud Coffee & Beer Shop
Craft beer hub stocking local & international bottles, plus housemade options, taps & a roomy bar. Serves coffee and amazing bagels in the morning / afternoon, as well as food. Centrally located in NoDa, an arts and entertainment district known for eclectic galleries and music venues, including the Neighborhood Theatre, host to big-name acts, and intimate spots like the Evening Muse. Walk along North Davidson Street to visit artisan gift shops and jewelry stores..
Resident Culture Brewing Company
Brewery known for its excellent beer and welcoming atmosphere. Also has a South End location. Each has a permanent vendor serving food.
Bardo
Bardo is a chef-driven, eclectic, American tasting menu concept located in Charlotte's dynamic South End neighborhood. A date night dinner spot on the more expensive side of the CLT dining scene. Note: adventurous eaters only!
Leah & Louise
Leah & Louise, a modern juke joint, is the latest concept from James Beard-nominated Chef Greg Collier and business partner/wife Subrina Collier. "We interpret classic southern dishes, ingredients and techniques in a way that honors our heritage. We're inspired by Mississippi River Valley foodways. Think Memphis, Jackson, Mississippi and New Orleans."
Lang Van
An iconic staple of East Charlotte, Lang Van serves Vietnamese specialties from noodles to soup. The service is unparalleled - you'll be forever welcomed to the Lang Van family after just one visit.
Idlewild
ldlewild is a cozy cocktail bar in the NoDa neighborhood of Charlotte. A casual and relaxed environment well suited for a bit of escapism. Note: You need reservations for this establishment!
Optimist Hall
A food hall with a wide variety of food & bar stands plus art, events & indoor-outdoor seating.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Ohio-based ice cream shop that sells in limited cities across the Southeast. Fresh made waffle cones. The line will be worth the wait, we promise. While licking your ice cream, check out the mural in the alley behind the shop! One of CLT's favorite photo ops.
First Ward Park
First Ward Park is a 4.6 acre urban park in the First Ward neighborhood of Uptown Charlotte. Grab coffee, lunch, or treats from nearby 7th Street Market for an easy picnic! You can spot murals nearby, and the building next to the park that looks like blocks stacked unevenly is where Alexx went to grad school!
Mint Museum Uptown
Mint Museum Uptown houses the internationally renowned Craft + Design collection, as well as outstanding collections of American, contemporary, and European art.
Moxie Mercantile
Moxie Mercantile is a community -centered boutique with a heart for emerging artist and vintage finds; located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Petra's
Down-to-earth venue presenting live music & other performances, plus signature martinis. One of our favorite LGBTQ-friendly establishments.
Levine Museum of the New South
The Levine Museum of the New South, is a history museum located in Charlotte, North Carolina whose exhibits focus on life in the North Carolina Piedmont after the American Civil War. The museum includes temporary and permanent exhibits on a range of Southern-related topics
Charlotte Rail Trail
Charlotte's Rail Trail is a vibrant public trail that winds through the heart of the city.
The Batchmaker
Latina-owned bakery. Delectable. Rich. Be prepared to want everything!
Haberdish
Stylish Southern kitchen serving craft cocktails, plus comfort food like fried chicken & biscuits.
Whitewater Center
Recreation grounds with whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, rappelling, rock climbing & more.
Rosie's Coffee & Wine Garden
Rosie's Coffee and Wine Garden is a coffee shop and wine bar located in a 2-acre urban garden.
Tacos El Nevado
We recommend trying these four first: al pastor, asada, pollo, and lengua. (Vegetarians, fear not: Tacos El Nevado serves non-meat options.) The owners’ native Oaxaca, the capital city of the Mexican state that shares the name, inspires much of the menu here.
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, formerly known as the Afro-American Cultural Center, is in Charlotte, North Carolina and named for Harvey Gantt, the city's first African-American mayor and the first African-American student at Clemson University.
Bloom & Bottle
A neighborhood floral workshop and bottle shop in the Belmont neighborhood of Charlotte, NC
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Snooze A.M. Eatery turns the breakfast & brunch restaurant experience into a party, serving the best craveable food. Also have a Plaza Midwood location! Call ahead to get on the list.
Lincolns Haberdashery
Nestled in the Southend Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. Offers breakfast, lunch, coffee, pastries, and catering on items locally sourced and made from scratch.
Plant Joy
A Camp North End food stall for our vegan friends!
Common Market
The Common Market is an uncommon convenience store, deli and bar with 3 Charlotte NC locations. We're your local spot for an uncommonly good time. Each store uniquely embraces & reflects its neighborhood's vibe. A punk rock feel!
Freedom Park
Freedom Park is a 98-acre park in Charlotte, North Carolina. Located at 1900 East Boulevard, between Charlotte's historic Dilworth and Myers Park neighborhoods, the park is centered on a 7-acre lake, and is about 3 miles from the heart of Charlotte's downtown area. Connects to the Little Sugar Creek Greenway which runs into uptown!
Supperland
Restaurant and cocktail bar in Charlotte, NC. Southern steakhouse meets church potluck.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located on 380 acres of rolling meadows, woodlands and lakefront property in Belmont, North Carolina
Thirsty Beaver Saloon
The diviest of the dive bars. Draft beers & mixed drinks served in quirky, honky tonk-inspired digs with a jukebox. Mic Jagger hung out there in 2021!
Stroke
As an Urban Golf Club, we are a whimsical mix of country club and speakeasy.
Pins Mechanical Co
Bar with arcade games!
Crowders Mountain State Park
Companion peaks at Crowders Mountain State Park—The Pinnacle and Crowders Mountain—offer challenging hikes, towering cliffs and 25-mile views of the surrounding piedmont.
South Mountains State Park
In one of the state’s most rugged areas, South Mountains State Park features elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails for hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers.
milkbread
a casual all-day restaurant from your friend at Kindred. milkbread donuts, coffee, crispy chicken, natural wine. Spend an afternoon in Davidson visiting small shops and stop by Lake Norman on your way back!
Mert's Heart And Soul
Husband-&-wife-run spot for Southern soul food, including Lowcountry dishes, in a colorful setting.
300 East
Alexx's favorite brunch spot. Family-run spot serving New American fare in a quaint renovated house with a bar & patio.
littleSpoon Eatery
Rhianna's favorite brunch spot! New American breakfast & lunch spot with an international bent & chic decor with high-top tables.
Free Range Brewing
Charlotte brewery specializing in craft beer, wild farmhouse ales, barrel aged, IPA, sours, local ingredients, community pop ups & live music.
Divine Barrel Brewing
Divine Barrel Brewing is an award-winning brewery located in the vibrant NoDa neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We experiment with modern brewing styles.
Snug Harbor
Hip music venue, dressed up with a nautical feel, hosting local & regional rock acts plus DJ nights.
Carolina Raptor Center
Educational center featuring outdoor trails with live raptors, flight shows & indoor exhibits.
Carrigan Farms
Apple picking, other picking, and a beautiful quarry to boot! Check the website ahead of time for hours and accessibility during October to the quarry.
Uptown Farmers Market
A lively weekend farmers market in Uptown featuring local farmers and vendors.
Uwharrie National Forest
Covers 50,000 acres in parts of Montgomery, Davidson, and Randolph counties. This forest has the scenic Uwharrie, Yadkin and Pee Dee rivers, as well as the Uwharrie Mountains. Various outdoor activities are permitted in the forest, including hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping and water activities. Free. Fee for camping and off-road vehicle permits, ATV trails.
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Botanical Gardens, sometimes called the Charlotte Botanical Gardens, are botanical gardens located at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Where Alexx went to grad school!
Moo & Brew
BURGERS! What more is there to say.
Tip Top Daily Market
Records, books, and beer/wine!
Bird Pizzeria
Order by calling ahead!
The Pizza Peel & Tap Room
Pizza! YUM!
Not Just Coffee
NJC has multiple locations - this is our favorite!