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More than 50 Charlotte restaurants have closed in 2026. These are the latest

Charlotte’s restaurant scene keeps growing , but 2026 also has brought a long list of goodbyes. From beloved neighborhood spots to chain locations, here are the most recent closings and the stories behind them. 🍽️ READ THE FULL STORY: Lost but not forgotten: Charlotte-area restaurants, bars closed in 2026 🍖 Kannapolis loses a BBQ spot: Towel City Tavern, the beer, bourbon and barbecue joint, closed in late September after two years. No reason was shared. 🥡 A quick run at Latta Arcade: Meal-prep service Dank Bowl opened June 2 inside Knowledge Perk Coffee uptown and closed in early October , ending a short stint serving health-focused chef-made bowls. 🍳 Fall chain exit: Bob Evans closed its only Charlotte location on Statesville Road near Northlake Mall this fall , following the earlier closure of its Rock Hill restaurant. 🍷 Wine bar shuttered: Foxcroft Food & Wine Bar wrapped up its Birkdale Village location on Oct. 10 after two years, but other locations remain. 🍺 South End says goodbye to Hoppin’: The self-pour taproom on Winnifred Street began winding down operations in October, months after its Rock Hill location closed May 30 following three years in business. 🎃 Late October farewells: Q’s

Charlotte, NC · 7d

WSOC Charlotte

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Leave the leaves: Why experts say you should skip raking this fall

As we approach peak foliage across the Carolinas this November, fall leaves are also starting to make their way to the ground.

Charlotte, NC · 7d

thecharlotteweekly.com

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South Charlotte Restaurant Inspections (Oct. 29-Nov. 4)

The Mecklenburg County Health Department inspected these food establishments from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4:. • La Sa Son by Winter, 4200 South Blvd. – 92.5. • 800 Degrees Woodfired Kitchen / Bar One Lounge, 6815 Phillips Place Court – 88.5. • Cook Out, 10645 Park Road –...

Charlotte, NC · 6d

thecharlotteweekly.com

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Matthews-Mint Hill Restaurant Inspections (Oct. 29-Nov. 4)

The Mecklenburg County Health Department inspected these food establishments from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4:. • Konark Meat Market, 11328 E. Independence Blvd. – 92.5. • McAlister's Deli, 2217 Matthews Township Pkwy. – 99 • Poke Honolulu, 10416 E. Independence Blvd. – 98.5. • Rack'em Pub &...

Mecklenburg County, NC · 6d

Tega Cay Sun

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York County Restaurant Inspections Turn Up One C And Seven B Grades In October

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture conducted 291 restaurant and food service inspections in York County in October. Seven of those inspections resulted in a B grade and one resulted in a C. The remaining 283 inspections earned an A. The month’s only C went to Subway #29005 on East Liberty Street in York, which...

York County, SC · 5d

Queen City News

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Matthews animal hospital closing this month

The Florida-based company has locations nationwide.

Matthews, NC · 7d

WSPA 7News

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North Carolina engineering student wins $2 million Powerball

A Concord student has won big after buying gas in Harrisburg, according to the North Carolina Lottery.

Harrisburg, NC · 7d

Charlotte Observer

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Southern Living called this stretch of Charlotte road underrated for a food crawl

Southern Living has called South Boulevard “the South’s most underrated food crawl” for its diverse collection of eateries. Here are the restaurants the magazine lauds along the stretch: Coffee and pastries La Greka Coffee Shop Named for an Italian-style moka coffee pot, La Greka is nestled inside a Compare Foods. Panaderia offerings and tacos are available at the counter, along with caffeinated classics. Southern Living recommends the Carribbean Latte, topped with coconut flakes. Vicente Bistro The viennoiserie offers a variety of classic pastries, such as pan au chocolat and ham and cheese croissants, but co-owner Sam Chappelle recommended the coffee rolls — orange-espresso spirals in the style of a cinnamon roll — to Southern Living. The magazine also recommended Sumaq Coffee and Folia , which becomes a cocktail bar in the evenings. Mexican Maria’s Mexican Restaurant Maria’s is woman-owned and colorfully painted with bright, Latin American murals. A recent CharlotteFive article commends it for quality, cheap eats. Southern Living’s article recommends the ramen and tacos, but Maria’s is also well known for birria quesadillas. The magazine also recommended Tacos El Nevado , Compa Tacos , La Lima Sangucheria for bowls and sandwiches, Raíces for Oaxacan and cocktails and The Story

Charlotte, NC · 7d

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Fresh Sushi, Octopus, And Peking Duck Draw North Carolina Seafood Lovers To This All-You-Can-Eat Charlotte Buffet

Some Charlotte families have been coming back to the same buffet since 2014, and that kind of loyalty says a lot. One spot on the east side of the Queen City keeps pulling in seafood fans, sushi seekers, and people who simply want a little bit of everything on one plate.

Charlotte, NC · 10d

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Fast-Rising Burger Chain Plans to Flip Former Arby’s Location in Mint Hill

A Midwestern burger chain is eyeing Mint Hill for its next restaurant location. According to a Charlotte Observer report, Culver's, the Wisconsin-based ButterBurger chain, is targeting Mint Hill in a move that would repurpose a former Arby's building with a drive-thru. Culver's is eyeing the Mint Hill site at 6200 Wilson Grove Road, near the Lawyers Square Shopping Center, in a service site plan filed with the city.

Mint Hill, NC · 6d

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EggBred Expands to East Charlotte: New Location Promises Fresh Breakfast Delights by 2027

Diners looking for a fast-casual breakfast/brunch spot will soon be able to eat at EggBred, located at Eastway Crossing in East Charlotte. According to the Charlotte Observer, the opening of EggBred is planned for sometime in 2027. The EggBred chain is known for freshly cracked breakfast items and homemade sauces, along with waffles, loaded breakfast burritos, and breakfast sandwiches.

Charlotte, NC · 6d

WSOC Charlotte

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$1M winning scratch-off ticket bought at Stanly County convenience store

Tracy Barringer of Richfield won $1 million after taxes with a $10 scratch-off ticket, N.C. Education Lottery officials announced.

Albemarle, NC · 8d

FOX8 News

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North Carolina woman wins $1.38 million after buying scratch-off at convenience store

ALBEMARLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Tracy Barringer, of Richfield, bought a scratch-off and won a $1.38 million top prize, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Barringer bought her winning$10 ticket for the $1,000,000 Taxes Paid game at the Refuel on U.S. 52 North in Albemarle. The odds of that win are 1 in 1.85 […]

Albemarle, NC · 9d

WBTV

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Regional leaders say $2.1B Charlotte airport expansion is vital to economic recruitment

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Charlotte City Council is preparing to vote Monday on a major airline lease agreement that would inject more than $2.1 billion into improvements at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, sparking debate among regional business leaders and airport workers over what is at stake for the community. The...

Charlotte, NC · 6d

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Your Rowan Holiday Guide, Part 1: Parades & Tree Lightings

There’s a moment every holiday season when the whole town gathers on a chilly sidewalk, kids perched on shoulders and hot chocolate in hand, waiting for the first marching band to round the corner or for a tree to flicker to life. In Rowan County, that moment happens again and again from mid-November through early December.

Rowan County, NC · 8d

Fort Mill Sun

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Whitewater Center brings back ice rink and winter trail in mid-November

The U.S. National Whitewater Center will turn its upper pond back into an outdoor ice rink this month when Winter at Whitewater returns in mid-November, according to the center’s website. The seasonal program runs through mid-February and includes ice skating, an illuminated winter trail, nighttime zip lines, a Christmas tree lot and a pop-up market. […]

Charlotte, NC · 5d

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Brü opens first permanent location in Uptown

Husband and wife, Kareem and Engel Warren, have taken Brü from the cart to the counter. The couple opened the coffee business’s first permanent location Nov. 3 at 320 S. Tryon St. in Uptown, a little more than a year after Brü soft-launched at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.

Charlotte, NC · 7d

WSOC Charlotte

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Thousands expected for Salute to Veterans Parade in Uptown Charlotte

About 2,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Salute to Veterans Parade in Uptown Charlotte on Saturday.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

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FanFare: Highway to the Holidays

I’m still picking through leftover Halloween candy, but Thanksgiving and Christmas are already in sight. We’re on the highway to the holiday season. Christmas trees have been sprouting up in stores, and retailers are more than ready to help you stimulate the economy. Two annual holiday traditions return to our region over the next week, and you can read about them near the bottom of this edition of FanFare. Along the way, you’ll also find plays, operas, a little bit of magic, and a lot of concerts, including WDAV’s next Small Batch event!

Charlotte, NC · 7d

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Mellow Mushroom to Debut First Airport Location at Charlotte-Douglas in 2027

Travelers going through Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) will soon be able to enjoy eating pizza from Mellow Mushroom when the restaurant opens, planned for 2027. This chain specializes in stone-baked pizza, and CLT will be the first airport location for the full-size airport restaurant with a bar, takeout counter, and breakfast service, according to WBTV.

Charlotte, NC · 9d