Best Lunch Restaurants in Midtown

78 restaurants available nearby

1. 3RD & FERNWOOD

4.2

Awesome(79)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to 3rd and Fernwood, where the charm of an American Southern villa meets modern Southern cuisine in Charlotte. Located in the heart of Midtown Charlotte in the Metropolitan shopping center, 3rd & Fernwood showcases Chef Greg Collier’s culinary prowess. Enjoy a fusion of rustic elegance and contemporary flair, making every dining experience a celebration of tradition and innovation.OUR LAST SEATING IS 8:30PM AND WE STAY OPEN UNTIL 10PM FOR

2. La Belle Helene

4.6

Exceptional(2834)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 54 times today

From the team that brought you Church and Union Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Nashville and Church and Union Denver, La Belle Helene is a refined brasserie serving French fare, beer & wine in a soaring, elegant space with a lengthy bar.

3. The Asbury

4.1

Excellent(1213)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Uptown

Booked 10 times today

The Asbury restaurant, nestled in the lobby of the city’s only historic boutique hotel, is named in honor of Louis Asbury, Sr. In 1929, the Charlotte architect designed what is now The Dunhill Hotel. Today, our modern Southern restaurant honors the past, celebrates the seasons, and looks forward. Open seven days a week and serving the longest weekend brunch in Charlotte.

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4. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

4.6

Exceptional(472)

Price: Expensive

• French • Uptown

Booked 34 times today

Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Coquette offers the charm of an old-world French buvette with a vibrant, casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet morning with a fresh almond croissant on our patio or savoring an evening apéro, Coquette is the perfect escape. Our menu is complemented by classic French cocktails and a wine list curated by Advanced Sommelier Fabien Boudart. Discover our monthly wine classes and exclusive wine club, designed for wine enthusiasts and those new to the experience. As owner Jill Marcus shares, “Coquette isn’t just for French cuisine aficionados. It’s for anyone curious and ready to explore the flavors of France.” Join us for lunch Tuesday-Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

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5. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(1193)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 42 times today

Serving up prime cuts of beef and authentic homemade pasta, including 100% American Wagyu, Dean’s delivers a classic steakhouse experience in a modern, rustic setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

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6. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

4.1

Excellent(640)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Uptown

Booked 91 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Charlotte, NC , Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 5+ call: 312-659-1951 between the hours of 8am to 6pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining**NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS**While we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

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7. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2764)

Price: Moderate

• European • Uptown

Booked 46 times today

A Consumption Revolution in Uptown, Charlotte. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen, A Jim Noble Restaurant, will redefine dining out. A food and wine bar featuring an a la carte menu of comfortable Spanish, French and Italian influenced selections prepared on a wood fired grill, rotisserie and imported Italian oven. Rooster's is high quality and affordable casual cuisine combined with a local Southern boy's culinary impartations. The open kitchen centered in the dining room allows the guest to view the crafting of cuisine while dining at the kitchen's antique granite countertop on a hand crafted pub bar stool. Finishes of Leather, antique stone, beautiful crafted woodwork and wrought iron parallels the artisan architecture and design with artisan, hand crafted styled cuisine.

8. STIR Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(1589)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 16 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in South End, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result: categorically elevated cocktails. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Charlotte to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

9. Mariposa

4.4

Awesome(1213)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

Mariposa, located at the Mint Museum brings world-to-table dining right to the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Our emphasis is on the communal experience that dining out with friends, old and new, should be. We welcome you to join us for an experience centered around genuine hospitality, care, and the passion to cultivate the feeling of community, fulfillment, and growth. Owner Jill Marcus shares “At Mariposa, we bring many cultures together around the table and provide a global experience right here in Charlotte”.Offering lunch Tuesday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, and a bustling brunch on Saturday and Sunday, the culinary team led by Chef Kinsler Josaime offers delicious food and exceptional service. Book your table at this locally owned gem for a culinary experience that spans across the world.

10. STK - Charlotte

3.8

Excellent(891)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 62 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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Rick
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent as was the service. The atmosphere was great - bright and modern yet felt like you could be in old Paris. Duck was prepared perfectly.
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La Belle HelenePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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4.6
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Deontae
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My fiancé and I spent his birthday evening at Dean’s. The food was delicious and service was good. The noise level was surprising, but I must say the food made up for it. We highly recommend this restaurant for a nice evening out.
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Dean's Italian SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.7
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Catharine
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Beautiful ambience, great service. Nice pacing of the courses. Food for our eight year old! Amazing appetizers. Love the fois gras, tomato and onion tart. Everything was delicious. Sat at the kitchen and were so entertained.
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Coquette - Uptown CharlottePrice: Expensive• French• Uptown
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4.6
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foodlover84
Charlotte •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
My husband and I are supportive of the Chef and how his food is amazing. We had the most amazing time! Our waitress was absolutely amazing, professional and attentive. She also gave me a great suggestion on cocktails and she was right! It was a beautiful time we had, low level noise and a vibe. We had the option of sitting outside and it was beautiful. The food….AMAZING!!!! I have been wanting to try the Braised Beef Meatloaf and it did not disappoint! My hubby has the trout which was great, and the 3 Cheess Mac and Cheese and Grits were surprisingly great! We also had sweet potatoes. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone. The food is filled with love and will leave you full!
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3RD & FERNWOODPrice: Moderate• Southern• Midtown
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4.2
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Annrheavip
Fort Lauderdale •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
Good food. Great service. Convenient Uptown eateries with valet parking.
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The AsburyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Uptown
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4.1

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78 restaurants available nearby

1. 3RD & FERNWOOD

2. La Belle Helene

3. The Asbury

4. Coquette - Uptown Charlotte

5. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

6. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

7. Rooster's Wood Fired Kitchen Uptown Charlotte

8. STIR Charlotte

9. Mariposa

10. STK - Charlotte

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