We're so excited to celebrate with all of our family and friends. Whether you're visiting or local, here's a taste of our favorite places to go and things to do. We hope these recommendations help you have the best time in Charlotte.

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COFFEE, BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH

Summit Coffee

416 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC 28205

Favorite local coffee spot.

Hex Coffe

201 Camp Rd #103, Charlotte, NC 28206

In Camp North End

Tupelo Honey

101 S Tryon St Suite 130, Charlotte, NC 28280

In Uptown

Famous Toastery

2400 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Many locations but we usually go to Dilworth

Haberdish

3106 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205

In NODA

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LUNCH

Mac's Speedshop

2511 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Southern BBQ- many locations but we go to South End

Ace No. 3

1001 Belmont Ave Charlotte, NC 28205

Burgers and shakes

Pasta and Provisions

1528 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207

Italian deli sandwiches.

Many locations, we go to the Providence Road location

The Good Wurst Co.

1222 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203

Brats, hot dogs, sandwiches, breakfast

Optimist Hall

1115 N Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28206

An old mill converted into a food hall. Tons of great food options for lunch or dinner.

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DINNER

The Eagle

2120 South Blvd #1, Charlotte, NC 28203

Beer Hall with fantastic southern food. Very good fried chicken and sides.

Cabo Fish Taco

3201 N Davidson St Charlotte, NC 28205

Mexican grill located on the main strip in Noda

Yamazaru

2173 Hawkins St A, Charlotte, NC 28203

Japanese/Sushi

Ru San's

2440 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Japanese/Sushi

Livy's Pizza

1030 Woodward Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206

Neapolitan-style pizza. Located inside the Heist Brewery Barrel arts location.

North Italia

1414 S Tryon St Ste 140, Charlotte, NC 28203

Italian dining in Southend.

Moo & Brew

1300 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

Laid back spot in Plaza Midwood to grab a burger and a beer.

Goodyear House

3032 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205

Renovated old mill house in Noda neighborhood with great food and cocktails.

Sixty Vines

415 Vantage Pk Dr #100, Charlotte, NC 28203

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BREWERIES

Charlotte is home to a thriving local brewery scene with more than 40 to choose from. Here are some favorites.

Brewers at 4001 Yancey

4001-A, Yancey Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217

Where we had our first date :)

Legion Brewing

5610 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209

Very popular brewery and they have really good food. They have multiple locations

NoDa Brewing

2229 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205

One of the original Charlotte breweries

Sycamore Brewing

2151 Hawkins St, Charlotte, NC 28203

One of Charlotte's largest and most popular breweries

Wooden Robot

1440 S Tryon St UNIT 110, Charlotte, NC 28203

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416 E 36th St STE 100, Charlotte, NC 28205

Excellent beer and casual food. Both great locations

Heist Barrel Arts

1030 Woodward Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206

Good beer and amazing pizza.

OMB

4150 Yancey Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217

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BARS AND PUBS

Clutch Kitchen & Pour House

601 S Cedar St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Our favorite local sports bar. Great food and drinks.

Selwyn Pub

2801 Selwyn Ave, Charlotte, NC 28209

A beloved casual bar with a large outdoor space and great pizza.

Ed's Tavern

2200 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203

A neighborhood bar with lots of TVs.

Brazwell's Pub

1627 Montford Dr, Charlotte, NC 28209

Another good neighborhood sports bar.

Beer Garden

1300 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203

Pins Mechanical Co

307 W Tremont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203

Puttery

210 Rampart St, Charlotte, NC 28203

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WHERE TO GO FOR A RUN OR GET OUTDOORS

Booty Loop

A 3-mile run through the Myers Park neighborhood.

Little Sugar Creek Greenway

The map linked above says 5 miles, but you can make your run longer by starting at the corner of Brandywine and Westfield.

Rail Trail

Better as a walk than a run. Start near Atherton Mill and walk to Morehead, with lots to see along the way.

US Whitewater Center

5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214

An activity center with hiking, rock climbing and zip lining.

Crowders Mountain

522 Park Office Ln, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

A fairly strenuous and very popular 4-mile hike. About one hour from Charlotte.

Freedom Park

1908 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

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WHERE TO GO SHOPPING

SouthPark Mall

4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211

Indoor shopping mall with lot of choices.

Atherton Mill

2000-2140 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Shops, restaurants, bars. Very popular destination in Southend

Phillips Place

6800 Phillips Pl Ct, Charlotte, NC 28210

Upscale outdoor mall with village theme.

Birkdale Village

Birkdale Commons Parkway & Sam Furr Road

Huntersville, NC 28078

Charming outdoor shopping.

Park Road Shopping Center

4101 Park Road, Charlotte NC 29209

Has a few shops and good food.

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ADDITIONAL AREAS

Camp North End

300 Camp Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206

Across the street from our house, has a lot to offer