Mariposa

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4.4

1210 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

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.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(704) 910-0865
Website
http://www.mariposaclt.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Kinsler Josaime
Private party facilities
Join us at Mariposa to celebrate your special occasion with world-to-table culinary and cocktail offerings. We offer both partial and full buyouts of our space with custom menus and Uptown views right here in the heart of Charlotte.For more information please email: info@mariposaclt.com

Location
500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood
Uptown
Cross street
Levine Avenue of the Arts and South Tryon Street
Parking details
Mariposa is directly connected to the Levine Center for Arts parking garage, which is accessible from both South Church Street and Stonewall Street. Park in Visitor Parking and take the Plaza Elevators to level 2, the entry hall.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Weekend Gypsy Jazz Brunch At Mariposa
Multiple dates available
Upgrade your weekend brunch plans when you join us for Jazz Brunch on Saturday & Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sip on your favorite brunch cocktails and indulge in dishes from our world-to-table kitchen all while enjoying live jazz!
New Year's Eve Celebration at Mariposa
$100.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us in the heart of Uptown Charlotte for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Savor a specially curated four-course dinner for $100, featuring bold flavors and seasonal ingredients, crafted to make the last night of the year truly memorable. Choose from two exclusive seatings at 5 pm or 8 pm, where you’ll enjoy an elevated dining experience in Mariposa’s vibrant and elegant setting. Reserve your table today and let us make your New Year’s Eve one to remember!

Popular dishes

What 1,210 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Charlotte
Innovative
Charlotte
Innovative
Charlotte
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mariposa offers a "phenomenal dining experience" with an "impressive variety" of dishes, from delicious short ribs to exquisite paella. Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance," "attentive service," and "memorable flavors." Though occasional service delays occur, the "quality of food" and "charming atmosphere" consistently win praise. Perfect for pre-event dining.

1,210 Reviews

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Brian
Charlotte
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delicious lunch with commanding views - thanks Mariposa!
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Ky
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The duck was amazing and our waitress. Jade was very kind and helpful. We loved our first time at Mariposa.
MariposaResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback Ky! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our duck and found our service from Jade to be commendable. It's always our goal to provide excellent service and delicious food, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We're looking forward to your next visit at Mariposa. Erica Neis- General Manager
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Erin
Phoenix
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite restaurant in Charlotte! The dishes are creative and unique, and everything tastes amazing. We love how even the standard fare gets updated with seasonal twists (the paella can feature different seafood and shellfish -- we loved the oysters this time around!). All of the staff are incredibly knowledgable about the menu and very friendly -- which really makes the dining experience special.
MariposaResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your kind words Erin! We're thrilled to hear that Mariposa is your favorite spot in Charlotte and that you enjoy our creative and unique dishes. It's great to know that you appreciate our seasonal updates to our standard fare and our friendly staff. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience! - Erica Neis - General Manager
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Brett
Charlotte
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always loves coming to Mariposa!!!! Great food and sitting at the bar is always fun!
MariposaResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for the review, Brett! We're thrilled to hear that you always love coming to Mariposa and that you enjoy our food and bar seating. It's always a pleasure to serve you. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!
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Wil
Omaha
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have literally never had a bad experience at Mariposa! Both the lunch and dinner menu are fantastic, the service is impeccable, and the drinks are amazing!
MariposaResponded 5 days ago
Hi Will, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had great experiences at Mariposa. It's always a pleasure to know that our menu choices, service, and drinks hit the mark for you. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Mariposa Management Team
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David
Austin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Seating was terrible. Couches seat people low. Chairs seat people high. So half of your party is 12 years n he’s lower than the other half. Food is ok. Not worth the money.
MariposaResponded on November 15, 2024
Thanks for the feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Mariposa didn't meet your expectations. We understand that the seating arrangement was not comfortable for you and we apologize for the inconvenience. We appreciate your honesty and hope to welcome you back for a better experience. Kind regards, The Mariposa Management Team
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Dottie
Charlotte
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance and noise level were very pleasing for our personal conversations. The service was very good, except when they brought the dishes out, there were no utensils to serve them with, as these were sharable dishes. The "Feta salad" was just large pieces of feta, tomato, cucumbers, and olives. There was no seasoning, and I left most of it. The cauliflower dish was very tasty, as was the crostini. The cod, oyster, shrimp, and sausage paella dish had some problems! The paella was so bland that I didn't eat it, but the other guest asked for fresh lemon to season it some. The sausage was buried in the paella and he oysters were tiny and stuck to the shell.
MariposaResponded on November 10, 2024
Hi Dottie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Mariposa. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our ambiance and service, but we're sorry to hear about the issues you encountered with our dishes. We pride ourselves on our flavorful dishes and it's disappointing to hear that we didn't meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our menu and service. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Mariposa Management Team
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Jeremiah
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great, the staff was very accommodating and friendly! The food was amazing too!
MariposaResponded on November 9, 2024
Hello, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Mariposa! It's always wonderful to know that our team's efforts to provide great service and delicious food are appreciated. We're especially pleased that you found our food amazing too! Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Mariposa Management Team
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Annette
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good. Portions were just right. Drinks were good. The server was very friendly and attentive. Would go back and will recommend to others.
MariposaResponded on November 9, 2024
Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and the service at Mariposa. We take pride in providing generous portions and great drinks, so it's great to hear that they hit the mark for you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Mariposa Management Team
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BrettB
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for a great brunch today! We felt the food, music, and ambiance was excellent!
MariposaResponded on October 30, 2024
Hello BrettB, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great brunch with us at Mariposa! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, music, and ambiance. We always strive to create a unique and enjoyable experience for our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Mariposa Management Team
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FAQs

Mariposa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 910-0865.

Mariposa is rated 4.4 stars by 1210 OpenTable diners.