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dozo, a cool japanese-american resturant, now open in dilworth
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Foodies, the wait is over. DŌZO is now open in Dilworth.

Jan 31, 2026 | Brianna Crane

The intimate 12-seat Japanese-American restaurant opened in the former Fern’s space along East Boulevard.  Perry Saito and John Gamble, who also created Katsu Kart, closed their original DŌZO location in Wesley Heights last year to reopen a larger Dilworth space. Here’s what to know before you go. What to order (from the dinner menu):  Who […]


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Charlotte Food Pros Tell Us Which Restaurant Openings They Are Most Excited About for 2026

Jan 6, 2026 | scoop team

Who better to give you the latest restaurant opening scoop than some of Charlotte’s very own food influencers? Read below to find all the newest spots coming to a neighborhood near you in the year ahead.  Many thanks to those who fuel both our appetites and inspiration: Angela  @charlottedatenight Sushi Rosé Uptown @sushiroseclt We love a […]


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Auld Lang Syne. A Summary List of Charlotte Restaurants That Opened and Those That Closed in 2025

Jan 5, 2026 | scoop team

It’s not a New Year without a review of the restaurant openings that keep Charlotte’s food scene ever-growing. While we said good-bye to some favorites last year, we also welcomed lots of newcomers with open arms. Here’s our list of this year’s openings and closings in our 2025 Restaurants in Review: DECEMBER OPENINGS: CLOSINGS: NOVEMBER […]



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Restaurant Openings, Closings, Holiday Events and News for December

Dec 2, 2025 | Sophia Jacobs

Santa brunches, Buddy the “Elf”-inspired cocktails, Charlotte’s first Proseccheria, holiday pop-up bars, and more below for all the holiday scoop a girl (or elf) could ask for. Holiday Pop Up Bars New & Now Open Panko, NoDa After a long-awaited arrival, Panko is officially open in NoDa. The Peruvian fusion restaurant is a much-wanted addition […]


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Tips For Gluten-Free and Celiac-Safe During Holiday Travel and at Holiday Gatherings

Nov 16, 2025 | scoop team

Our recent feature on Where to Buy & Eat Gluten Free, Celiac Safe for the Holidays in Charlotte was so well-read and appreciated that we’re back with our favorite local GF experts, Nat, the @alwaysaglutenfreegal  and Amber, @glutenfree_clt_and_beyond, with their reco’s on how to navigate the Holiday challenges of travel and parties. Read on and follow their […]



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Where to Get SUSHI in Charlotte. Your Winter 2025 Update

Nov 7, 2025 | Alex Maloney

Whether you’re looking for a quick takeout option, a fancy dinner out, or something in between, throughout the Queen City we have an abundance of options for fresh, high-quality sushi. So grab your chopsticks, because we’ve rounded up all the spots to get sushi in and around Charlotte right here. Recently Opened Sushi In Charlotte […]


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Openings, Closings, Michelin Stars, Events, News & More Charlotte Restaurant News for November

Nov 4, 2025 | Sophia Jacobs

Long-awaited openings, Michelin recognition, a brand new snack shack, crafted cocktails, sushi rolls, $25 girl dinner, the return of an Uptown pub, wagyu cheeseburgers, and of course – scoop you need for your Thanksgiving plate. Buckle up girls, this is a long one. Michelin Stars The Michelin Guide to the American South is out, and […]


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Where to Buy & Eat Gluten Free, Celiac Safe for the Holidays in Charlotte

Nov 2, 2025 | scoop team

We reached out to two local foodies who specialize in eating Gluten-Free in Charlotte for their recommendations on restaurants to trust for delicious and gluten-free desserts, sweets and holiday meals.  Please give them a follow to stay up to date on their finds, and please let us know if we missed your local fave. Nat […]


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Local Restaurants Where You Can Host Your Holiday Party This Year

Nov 1, 2025 | Alex Maloney

Tis’ the season for holiday parties! Whether you’re hosting a large soirée or an intimate gathering, there is a restaurant available in the city for your event. We’ve rounded up some of our top choices, organized by number of attendees, although please be sure to inquire, as many of these restaurants can accommodate different party […]


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Enjoy the QC Weather for Months at Over 80 Heated Patios in and Around Charlotte

Oct 17, 2025 | Alex Maloney

Cooler weather doesn’t mean you have to give up dining al fresco. We’ve rounded up all the heated patios we could find in Charlotte, organized by neighborhood, so you can keep the outdoor vibes going at your favorite restaurants all winter long. Myer’s Park & Dilworth Napa on Providence & Napa at Kingsley110 Perrin Pl & 1310 […]


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