Mariposa

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Mariposa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here .

4.5

1272 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Charming

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

Location
500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone number
(704) 910-0865
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
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.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kinsler Josaime

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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 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!
First ever Comedy Night at Mariposa!!!
Multiple dates available
Laughs at Mariposa: A Night of Comedy & Cocktails Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter, great food, and craft cocktails at Mariposa in Uptown Charlotte! For the first time ever, we’re transforming our vibrant space into a comedy club, bringing you top-tier comedians and an incredible dining experience all in one night. Enjoy a full-service bar and kitchen, offering our signature Latin-inspired dishes and expertly crafted cocktails while you sit back and let the comedians do what they do best—keep you laughing! Seating available from 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Whether you’re planning a fun night out with friends or a unique date night, this is an evening you won’t want to miss. Reserve your spot now—space is limited!

Offers

$1 Bloody Mary's and $5 Mimosa's
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Brunch has never been better! $1 Bloody Mary's and $5 Mimosa's Saturday and Sundays!
Tequila Flights & Specialty Margarita
Multiple dates available
Tue - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$10 off Tequila Flights and $10 Specialty Margarita
Whiskey Wednesday-Whiskey Flights and Manhattan's
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$10 off Whiskey Flights and $10 Manhattan's

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What 1,272 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mariposa offers a delightful dining experience with a "creative and well done menu" and "amazing service." Guests praise the "beautiful atmosphere" and "wonderful ambiance." The location is ideal, especially for pre-show dining. Highlights include the Moroccan chicken pie and duck arepas. A perfect spot for romantic evenings or special occasions.

1,272 Reviews

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AlyH
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful business lunch. Food was delicious and service was good. Thank you.
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Roger
VIP
Charlotte
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The mezze board was delicious, the Moroccan pie was good, the crispy cod was terrible. It was unseasoned bland, and just a bad experience. I would go back, but I would definitely never get the crispy cod again.
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CHDH
Charlotte
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time! Excellent service and food. We so enjoyed the brunch
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, food was excellent! Enjoyed the small and large plate concept!
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Ed
VIP
Charlotte
42 reviews
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Main course was paella at $44. Disappointing and overpriced. Much better in Charlotte for less. Whipped ricotta was good as was the service.
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Tetiana
Charlotte
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food is ok, I will not say good because I didn’t like how food taste. I wouldn’t go again
MariposaResponded on February 23, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Tetiana. We're sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your meal at Mariposa. We always aim to provide delicious food and it's disappointing to know that we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our offerings. We hope you'd give us another chance in the future to serve you better.
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Santiago
Charlotte
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
were continuously asked to leave our table by 6:30. Very embarrassing since our guests arrived late and were only allowed to order 1 drink and to drink it quickly. Guess you see what I mean!
MariposaResponded on February 23, 2025
Santiago, Thank you for your feedback. I apologize that there was a misunderstanding. When you booked your reservation, it was booked for the bar, where 4 spots were reserved for you and your party. We accommodated your request when you arrived to move you to a table. We did inform you that we would be able to accommodate moving you to a table, but that we would need the table by 6:30PM. I do apologize that your guests arrived late and were only able to enjoy one drink, however, we were fully booked and needed to be able to accommodate all reservations for the evening. Kind regards, The Mariposa Management Team
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Joshua
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Creative and well done menu options. Portions are fairly small, but the quality made up for the price and the overall experience was fantastic.
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Vanessa
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was beautiful, all of the food was delicious and the service was very friendly and fast. Overall such a romantic experience, they do holidays so well!
MariposaResponded on February 19, 2025
Hi Vanessa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a romantic experience at Mariposa and that you enjoyed our food and service. It's always our goal to make special occasions memorable for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager
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Erin
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very nice. Parking and finding it was easy. Everything we ordered was really good especially the dessert (chocolate tres Leche cake) Seating is very open and not very private and the lighting is dim on the tables which could be improved by candles. It was hard for me to read the menu. The only food we got that wasn’t 5 stars was probably the corn fritters which were a bit bitter. We will go back for sure. Maybe during daylight.
MariposaResponded on February 19, 2025
Hello Erin, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Mariposa. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your overall experience and found our food to be excellent. We appreciate your feedback on our seating and lighting, and we'll definitely take it into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guests' experiences. We're glad to hear that you plan to return, and we look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards, Erica Neis- General Manager
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FAQs

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

Mariposa is rated 4.5 stars by 1272 OpenTable diners.

Mariposa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.