JUNE 2019 // CHARLOTTE 95
Restaurants
YOUR GUIDE TO CHARLOTTE’S DINING SCENEDilworth
300 EAST
NEW AMERICAN
The interior of this old-house-turned-restaurant is wel-
coming, as is the menu of familiar and surprising sand-
wiches, salads, and entrées. Save room for dessert by
BOB Award-winning pastry chef Ashley Boyd. 300 East
Blvd. (704-332-6507) (Sun), -
BONTERRA
NEW SOUTHERN
Its setting may be a historic Southern church, but Bon-
terra serves up modern Southern avors with top-
notch service. Wine lovers will be impressed by the
more than 200 wines by the glass. 1829 Cleveland Ave.
(704-333-9463) Closed Sun.^ ^
NEW LISTING
CAPISHE
ITALIAN
Chef David Cavalier's—previously of Kindred—pasta
dishes and pizza are impressive for a fast-casual restau-
rant. Arrive early for lunch to beat the long lines. 500 E.
Morehead St., Ste. 100. (980-819-9494)
COPPER
INDIAN
Guests can ease into Indian cuisine in Copper’s dimly
lit, elegant dining room with helpful servers and classic
dishes, or be more adventurous with daily specials. 311
East Blvd. (704-333-0063) (weekdays)
DOLCE RISTORANTE
ITALIAN
This classic, cozy, family-run neighborhood trattoria
serves a mix of fresh, regional Italian cuisine comple-
mented by a tidy, all-Italian wine list. 1710 Kenilworth
Ave. (704-332-7525) (weekdays)
FERN, FLAVORS FROM THE GARDEN
VEGETARIAN
Fern moved from Plaza Midwood to Dilworth in mid-
- It still has ferns on the wall, and the menu is still
full of avorful vegetarian cuisine. 1419 East Blvd., Ste. A.
(704-377-1825)
FIAMMA RESTAURANT
ITALIAN
The open layout lends an air of conviviality to this
slick eatery, which has house-made pastas, thin-crust
pizzas, note-perfect risotto, and daring and original
meat entrées. 2418 Park Rd. (704-333-3062)
FRAN’S FILLING STATION
AMERICAN
This small Dilworth restaurant has soups, salads, and
delicious, oversized sandwiches made with fresh, thick
bread lled with innovative combinations. 2410 Park
Rd. (704-372-2009) KID CASHEW
MEDITERRANEAN
This bright and rustic restaurant from the owner of
Georges Brasserie serves meat from a wood-red grill
family-style, and a selection of small plates. 1608 East
Blvd. (704-208-4148) ^LEBOWSKI’S NEIGHBORHOOD
GRILL
AMERICAN
Dishes from the owner’s native New York take up the
menu at this neighborhood favorite, including burgers,
brats, and the popular “Beef on Weck.” 1524 East Blvd.
(704-370-1177) THE MAYOBIRD
AMERICAN
The daytime partner to The Summit Room focuses on
specialty co¤ee beverages, quiches and pastries, and,
of course, chicken salad sandwiches in a rustic dining
room. 1531 East Blvd. (980-237-2543)
-THE QUEEN GLASS
NEW AMERICAN
This intimate Dilworth lounge has creative cra¦ cock-
tails and a small plates menu of shareable spreads,
salads, and atbreads with vegan and vegetarian op-
tions. 1315 East Blvd., Ste. 115. (980-299-0816)
-THE SUMMIT ROOM
NEW SOUTHERN
Southern classics take on a new form—and global in-
uence—at this easygoing spot. 1531 East Blvd. (980-
237-2227) -ZEN FUSION
FUSION
Here, fusion means a sampling of dishes from the Far
East and Spain. 1716 Kenil worth Ave. (704-358-9688)
(weekdays) Elizabeth
CAJUN QUEEN
CAJUN
Nightly live jazz creates a tting soundtrack for dining
on New Orleans favorites, such as Diane, creole, and
étou¤ée dishes, in this century-old house. 1800 E. 7th
St. (704-377-9017) CARPE DIEM
NEW SOUTHERN
A beautiful interior and a no-fuss vibe create a stress-
free ne dining experience, with dishes ranging from
buttermilk-fried chicken over spinach with black pep-
per shallot gravy to local seafood specials. 1535 Eliza-
beth Ave. (704-377-7976) THE CRUNKLETON
COCKTAIL BAR
The best bartenders from around the region applied to
work at the Elizabeth bar and restaurant with the hopes
of working with Gary Crunkleton. Known for his impec-
cable classic cocktails, the mixologist and restaurateur
opened the rst Crunkleton in Chapel Hill. 1957 E. 7th
St. $$CUSTOMSHOP
NEW AMERICAN
Owner and executive chef Trey Wilson uses top-notch,
seasonal ingredients to create fresh takes on American
cuisine, served in a hip yet rustic atmosphere. 1601
Elizabeth Ave. (704-333-3396) -EARL’S GROCERY
AMERICAN
This upscale marketplace, with sandwiches, salads, andREVIEW POLICIESThe restaurants on these pages are recommendations of the editors of Charlotte
magazine. They are not related to advertising in any way. Restaurant visits are anonymous, and all expenses
are paid by the magazine. Reviews are written by members of the editorial sta¤. We regularly update these
listings, and new additions are denoted by “new listing."$ Most entrées under $10
$$ Most entrées $10-$17
$$$ Most entrées $18-$25
$$$$ Most entrées $26 & up
^ Editors' PicksBreakfast
Weekend brunch
Lunch
DinnerVegetarian friendly
Beer and wine only
Full-service bar
Patio seating available
Reservations suggested