Charlotte, NC Restaurants

Charlotte, North Carolina, is a one-of-a-kind city offering visitors Southern charm and a seemingly endless list of things to do. Kayaking, biking, hiking, backpacking and rock climbing all can be found around the Charlotte area, right alongside shopping and dining. Charlotte is also home to a diverse group of restaurants, serving up a variety of international dishes to satisfy anyone's hunger after a long day around the city.

Cajun Queen

The Cajun Queen brings all of the exciting, bold flavors of New Orleans straight to the heart of Charlotte. Featuring dishes such as New Orleans BBQ shrimp, creole crawfish, blackened catfish and seafood gumbo, diners can expect only the best Cajun seafood. The Cajun Queen was named Charlotte's best Cajun restaurant by Charlotte 360, and offers catering and reception services.

Cajun Queen
1800 E. 7th St.
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 315-2554
cajunqueen.net

Braza's Brazilian Grill

Serving traditional Brazilian food and a variety of unusual entrees, Braza's Brazilian Grill offers guests a dining experience unlike any other. Entree items include venison, ribeye, ostrich, chicken and quail. It is a buffet-style restaurant, allowing diners to sample a little bit of everything. Braza's Brazilian Grill also has an outdoor patio and bar, as well as live music for guests' enjoyment.

Braza's Brazilian Grill
4508 E. Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 939-8553
brazascharlotte.com

Ratcliffe on the Green

Located in uptown Charlotte, Ratcliffe on the Green serves up French-inspired cuisine and uses only the finest ingredients. Menu items at Ratcliffe on the Green include baked brie with raspberry preserves, escargot, Carolina crab cake and grilled North Carolina trout. Ratcliffe on the Green only uses local ingredients to ensure that all food is fresh and great tasting.

Ratcliffe on the Green
435 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 323-8479
ratcliffeonthegreen.com

Portofino's Italian Restaurant

Portofino's Italian Restaurant serves traditional Italian food and pizza. Their menu features a variety of pastas, including linguini, fettucine, spaghetti and penne, as well as a multitude of specialty pizzas, such as margherita and florentina. Guests have a choice of what meat they want in their pasta and can choose from, chicken, veal, seafood and sausage. Portofino's also offers a catering menu for events.

Portofino's Italian Restaurant
2127 Ayrsley Town Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273
(980) 297-7090
portofinos.us

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Article Written By Bronwyn Timmons

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