3 Best Restaurants in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte

Charlotte's most impressive food hall may be the state's biggest and best, with plenty of exposed brick painted in striking colors, multiple outdoor areas, and stall after stall of fresh-pressed juices, gourmet grilled cheese, ramen bowls, gelato, and craft cocktails.

With a spacious bar and an open and inviting multilevel dining room overlooking Romare Bearden Park, Haymaker is focused on showcasing the bounty of the Piedmont and Appalachia regions with locally inspired, seasonal farm-to-table cuisine. The ever-changing menu features both small and large plates perfect for sharing. Staples include house-made pickles, heirloom cornmeal hush puppies, and a chili-rubbed local pork shoulder served with Carolina Gold rice. Wash it all down with a craft cocktail or an old-fashioned glass of sweet tea. Brunch is a hit on the weekends.