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Whether it's a quick bite or a multi-course meal, these are some of my favorite lunch spots in the QC!

 1. Sunset Grille - CLOSED

2400 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 335-8444
4.0 star rating
  8/14/2010

Mmm Sunset Grille, thanks for a super tasty lunch!

I've been meaning to drop by this new resto in place of Las Ramblas and I finally got there for a working lunch. Both my compadre and I enjoyed our meals and friendly, efficient service.

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 2. Brixx Wood Fired Pizza

1801 Scott Ave
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 376-1000

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  8/10/2010

Mmmm Brixx. A wee bit overpriced? Yes. Great location on East Blvd.? Yes. Tasty, creative pizzas? Yes, indeed.

Brixx is the perfect little lunch spot, IMO. Hubs and I frequent this Dilworth location for a quick tasty lunch on their pretty patio. I'm…More »

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 3. Savor Cafe & Catering

1404 W Morehead St
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 334-0098

Category: Southern

5.0 star rating
  Update - 1/6/2012

Still drool worthy, always solid and super friendly service...this is Savor Cafe.

In my past review I discussed the deliciousness in the mile high peanut butter pie, farmer's sandwich, strawberry lemonade and mac 'n cheese. Rest assured, these menu…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    8/8/2010

    Wow...I was absolutely blown away by this little treasure on Morehead. Holy deliciousness, Savor… Read more »

 4. 131 Main

1315 E Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 343-0131

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  4/15/2010

This is one of our favorite casual restaurants in the Dilworth area. The food is fresh & delicious and the atmosphere is inviting & friendly. The pear mojito is incredible and they have a nice selection of moderately priced wines by the glass. The…More »

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 5. The Common Market

1515 S Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-7783

Categories: Delis, Farmers Market

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  Update - 11/27/2011

A worthy update for the Common Market...new obsessions include:

-The J Wrap: a tasty breakfast wrap filled with eggs, cheese and black bean/corn mixture with bits of tomato and onion. Your choice of protein and carb...utter deliciousness.

-7 Layer…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    6/1/2010

    Sometimes I'm just not in the mood to trek out the two miles to hit up Harris Teeter or Trader Joe's… Read more »

 6. Price's Chicken Coop

1614 Camden Rd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 333-9866

Category: Southern

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  4/19/2010

Good fried chicken - no big shock there. This place has been a Charlotte staple for eons.

However...I have to say I actually LOVE their fried shrimp dinner! The tartar sauce is delish. It's not super heavy breading, either. And I could probably eat…More »

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 7. Vietnam Grille

5615 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 525-2408

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhood: Starmount

4.0 star rating
  8/9/2010

I haven't had Vietnamese food in quite some time...we're talking years here so I was really excited when a friend wanted to meet up at Vietnam Grille. He mentioned that he (quite literally) eats here four or five times per week...I can see why!

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 8. Owen's Bagel & Deli

2041 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 333-5385

Categories: Bagels, Delis

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

5.0 star rating
  6/8/2010

I love me some bagels. Large doughy goodness and covered with schmear, please. And Owen's Bagel & Deli certainly delivers - in a big, creative, steamy way.

I've frequented Owen's many a time and I always appreciate the local, hippy vibe that rocks…More »

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 9. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

1626 East Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 714-4888

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  4/15/2010

Some of the best (and most creative) burgers in town. The Frenchie is incredible - turkey burger with apples, brie and special sauce. Their create your own salads are great, too! Fantastic drink specials and amazing milkshakes, too!

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 10. Comet Grill

2224 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 371-4300
4.0 star rating
  7/31/2010

Pimento cheese + delicious burger + flat top grill =  LOVE

I've been meaning to grab lunch from Comet Grill for some time now as it's known as the super friendly neighborhood bar and grill. It's nestled in the shopping center off of Park Rd., right…More »

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 11. Terrace Café

4625 Piedmont Row Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 554-6177

Categories: Southern, American (New)

Neighbourhood: South Park

4.0 star rating
  7/30/2010

Yum. Quiche. Yum.

That was pretty much my conversation with myself the other day during my lunch at Terrace Cafe. And if you're wondering, yes, it was a one-way conversation. I know you're jealous of my communication skillz.

Anywho, Terrace Cafe, a…More »

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 12. Basil

210 N Church St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 332-7212

Category: Thai

Neighbourhood: Fourth Ward

4.0 star rating
  4/25/2010

Will I pay $15 for Pad Thai? Why, yes, yes I will, because it's that good at Basil. When I moved to the Queen City a few years ago, I had a hard time finding really delicious Thai food. I tried a few local favorites but I was never impressed. In…More »

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 13. Midtown Sundries - CLOSED

18626 Harbor Side Dr
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 896-9013

Category: Restaurants

4.0 star rating
  6/27/2010

I love me a restaurant with a view - and Midtown Sundries certainly offers a gorgeous view of the lake.

Inside, Midtown Sundries is pretty large, with a sizeable bar in the middle and a plethora of tvs all around. While I would normally like to drop…More »

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 14. Fran's Filling Station

2410 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 372-2009
5.0 star rating
  6/25/2010

Fran, your food is filling. So filling. And sooo delicious. Hubs and I dropped by for a casual dinner and pretty much ordered way too much. Big shocker, I know, but really we couldn't help ourselves. The menu was filled with comfort food goodness.

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 15. Mac's Speed Shop

2511 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 522-6227

Categories: Barbeque, Chicken Wings

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  6/14/2010

Bikers, beer and barbecue - it's a trio of delicious fun at Mac's Speed Shop.

The barbecue haunt is located directly on South Blvd., making it an easy stop for bikers and barbecue fiends alike. They have a great outdoor patio with umbrella covered…More »

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 16. Hawthorne's NY Pizza & Bar

1701 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 358-9339

Categories: Pizza, Bars

Neighbourhood: Elizabeth

4.0 star rating
  8/16/2010

I'm still on my plight for the best pizza in Charlotte, and while I'm not ready to officially crown Hawthorne's as my pizza king, they still dole out some pretty sweet slices.

Hawthorne's is a fairly straight forward pizza join - there are two areas,…More »

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 17. Alexander Michael's

401 W 9th St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 332-6789

Categories: American (Traditional), Pubs

Neighbourhood: Fourth Ward

4.0 star rating
  8/27/2010

Alexander Michael's is the quintessential go-to spot for solid food, good drinks and superb company all packaged into a quaint little spot in the 4th ward.

Hubs and I used to frequent this sweet little spot fairly often when we lived Uptown. It's the…More »

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 18. Quips Cafe - CLOSED

1520 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 377-4900

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  8/28/2010 First to Review

Sooo...apparently Quips has been here for almost 5 months and I just got around to giving it a try!

Hubs and I rolled up here for a late Friday afternoon lunch and were pleasantly surprised! Quips has taken place of a prior Quiznos and offers an array…More »

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 19. Harvest Moon Grille Cart

Charlotte, NC 28202
(828) 234-5182

Categories: Food Stands, Farmers Market

Neighbourhood: Third Ward

5.0 star rating
  9/10/2010

Local, delicious eats from a food cart - I'm a big, big fan.

I FINALLY got a chance to stop by Harvest Moon Grille and sample some of their delectable lunchy foods. If you're unaware, HMG usually parks it (literally) somewhere around the Trade/Tryon…More »

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 20. Bricktop's Restaurant

6401 Morrison Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 364-6255

Categories: American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: South Park

4.0 star rating
  Update - 3/29/2011

It's time for a Bricktop's update - and yes, while the stars are still the same I just had to offer some info about their brunch. Because...it.is.delicious.

Yes, a friend of mine sang a pretty song about Bricktop's brunch and within days hubs and I…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    9/11/2010

    Ah, Bricktop's...so conveniently located near the mall but not AT the mall. This is pretty clutch,… Read more »

 21. Dean & Deluca

6903 Phillips Place Ct
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 643-6868

Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Delis

Neighbourhoods: Ballantyne, South Park

4.0 star rating
  9/18/2010

An ode to my dear Dean & Deluca,

Oh Dean how I adore thee,
And your $6 bag of tiramisu caramels, how I wish they were free.

I like to visit you before I head into a movie,
And smuggle in a chai latte, that's super duper groovy.

You are a chain but I…More »

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 22. Matt's Chicago Dog

435 S Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 333-3650

Categories: Hot Dogs, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Uptown

4.0 star rating
  9/24/2010

I love Chicago hot dogs. I have loved them since I was a wee girl. Therefore, any place that makes a real deal, Vienna beef, loaded Chicago dog is aces in my book.

Is Matt's the best Chicago dog I've ever had? No. Is Matt's the best Chicago dog in…More »

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 23. The Liberty

1812 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-8830

Category: Gastropubs

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  9/30/2010

I've been curious about The Liberty for some time now, and I finally made it in to try some tasty lunch!

I went into this meal with no expectations - I just wanted to give it a try. Hubs and I grabbed a seat on the patio, which was just lovely for…More »

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 24. Crisp

1971 E 7th St
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 333-9515

Categories: American (New), Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Elizabeth

4.0 star rating
  10/7/2010

Fresh, fresh, fresh! I'm a big fan of Crisp.

A few girlfriends and I stopped by Crisp to enjoy a light dinner before heading to a show at Ovens. I'm so glad I did! The salads are generous, the ingredients are fresh and crisp and all of the protein is…More »

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 25. Kickstand Burgers & Bar

1101 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 332-1010

Categories: Burgers, Bars

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

4.0 star rating
  10/16/2010

Where can you find a juicy and delicious burger, friendly staff and kitchsy atmosphere? Kickstand!

I was really intrigued about Kickstand so when a business contact suggested lunch here I jumped at the chance. What I walked into was a really relaxed…More »

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 26. Showmars Restaurant

9605 Sherrill Estates Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 895-6199
4.0 star rating
  10/20/2010 First to Review

Sing it with me, folks, "Everybody loves Showmars....and it SHOWS!" Sorry, I couldn't help myself. But really, for a quick and tasty lunch in Huntersville, this Showmars fits the bill.

When I first moved to Charlotte years ago and worked in…More »

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 27. Three Amigos Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

2917 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 536-1851

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood

5.0 star rating
  10/28/2010

Te amo, Three Amigos. Te amo.

I've been putting down a fair share of Mexican food as of late and I was just delighted to finally drop by Three Amigos. If you're looking for a fancy pants Mexican establishment, don't waste your time here. But if you're…More »

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 28. Killingtons Restaurant & Pub

10010C Rose Commons Dr
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 948-3770
4.0 star rating
  11/18/2010

When I used to work in Huntersville, Killington's was a favorite choice for a super fresh, huge salad. And when I say huge I mean HUGE. Even the bowls are big!

It's been a few months since I've been here, but I favor the Cobb, Crispy Chicken and…More »

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 29. Mortimer's Cafe and Pub

210 E Trade St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 688-0366

Categories: American (Traditional), Pubs

Neighbourhood: Uptown

4.0 star rating
  11/19/2010

Lunchity lunch lunch in Uptown...Mortimer's most certainly fits the bill for a super tasty lunch. So, that being said, this review focuses on Mortimer's as a day time eating and drinking establishment, not a late night stop (although I'm sure that…More »

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 30. Firehouse Subs

9826 Gilead Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 992-2282

Category: Sandwiches

4.0 star rating
  1/8/2011

I'm most certainly a fan of this particular Firehouse Subs location. I used to work in Huntersville, and this Firehouse was just a few blocks away from my office - delicious & dangerous.

Major note of importance - I am quite the carnivore when it…More »

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 31. Newk's Express Cafe

101 N Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Fourth Ward

3.0 star rating
  1/27/2011

Tasty sammies in Uptown?! Sure, I'll bite!

Even though I don't work Uptown, the bank haven was sorely missing a quick and quality lunch spot. Enter Newk's. Well positioned on Tryon, Newk's offers a smattering of fresh salads, sandwiches and the like.…More »

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 32. Earth Fare

721 Governor Morrison St
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 749-5042

Categories: Grocery, Health Markets

Neighbourhood: South Park

4.0 star rating
  2/19/2011

My review is mainly for Earthfare's lunch and dinner fare! While I'm aware they have a whole lovely store filled with pricier organic eats and stellar cheese, I spend my time in the cafe area.

Whether you love the hot bar, the cold salad bar/noodle…More »

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 33. Laurel Market - CLOSED

1515 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 334-2185

Categories: Grocery, Delis

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  2/21/2011

Why did I wait so long to stop by Laurel Market? Who knows, because this place is fantastic!

Conveniently located off of South Blvd., Laurel Market's menu is chock full of sandwiches of all types - for breakfast, lunch, veg heads, meat lovers, etc.…More »

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 34. blynk organic

4400 Sharon Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 366-6848

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: South Park

4.0 star rating
  3/7/2011

Seems like this blynk organic is upping its game because I had quite a delicious lunch here on Saturday! In the midst of fried, preservative-filled options in the SouthPark food court, blynk shined.

I'll put it out there right now - you will spend…More »

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 35. Boneheads Grilled Fish & Piri Piri Chicken

7926-E Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 910-5180

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  3/9/2011

Suprisingly impressed with this quick little 5 store chain restaurant. Since this Boneheads is (currently) the only one in Charlotte, I wanted to check it out one sunny afternoon strolling around Ballantyne...

The ambiance is super clean, efficient…More »

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 36. BlackFinn American Saloon

210 E Trade St
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 971-4440

Categories: American (New), Sports Bars

Neighbourhood: First Ward

4.0 star rating
  3/18/2011

While EpiCentre can be a little crazy on some evenings, filled with youngins poppin' their collars and drinking entirely too much, BlackFinn has always been a solid stop for me.

I've been here a few times for drinks with friends (not super late into…More »

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 37. Chipotle - South End

2109 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-2311

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth

4.0 star rating
  3/30/2011

I kid you not, this Chipotle has some of the nicest staff around. So happy go lucky making burritos, taco salads and the like.

Every time I roll into this Chipotle I'm impressed with the super clean facilities, exceptionally nice folks behind and…More »

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 38. Roots Farm Food

Charlotte, NC 28202
(301) 471-1366

Category: Food Stands

Neighbourhood: Third Ward

5.0 star rating
  4/29/2011 First to Review

Hooray - another delicious food cart!

I was so excited to hear about Roots Farm Food - a food cart committed to providing super fresh food w/ingredients sourced within 100 miles of Charlotte. My first experience eating at Roots was at Charlotte's…More »

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 39. Zoes Kitchen

1055 Metropolitan Ave
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 347-5858

Categories: Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Myers Park

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/4/2011

After dropping by Zoe's a few more times, I think it's completely fair to award them additional star. Why? Let me 'splain...

1) Super fast, super fresh and delicious. This goes especially for their Turkey Stack - a grilled sandwich filled with turkey…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    6/5/2010

    After walking around the Metropolitan shopping area one sunny Saturday, hubs and I decided to give… Read more »

 40. Table 274

274 S Sharon Amity Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 817-9721

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Cotswold

4.0 star rating
  5/6/2011

Oh Table 274 - I'm so happy you're in Cotswold!

With a focus on hard work, locally sourced ingredients, supporting local farmers and frankly, making really really delicious food, Table 274 is well on their way. The restaurant is nestled in the back…More »

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