28 restaurants and businesses in Charlotte that opened in 2025 so far
Here's a comprehensive list of the 28 businesses that have opened, that we've reported about, since Jan. 1, 2025:
FOOD & DRINK
Chief's
A cocktail bar in NoDa by the accomplished Charlotte mixologist Bob Peters.
Stop by: 3024 North Davidson St., across from the Johnston YMCA.
Go deeper: NoDa mill house to be reimagined as a cocktail bar with a nostalgic story
Dogwood: A Southern Table
Local restaurateurs Kim and Jon Dressler reopened this SouthPark favorite in its new home inside The Westin in Uptown.
Stop by: 601 S. College St.
Go deeper: Dressler-owned restaurant to reopen in Uptown
Knowledge Perk Coffee
A South Carolina-based coffee shop in The Alley at Latta Arcade
Stop by: 320 S Tryon St.
Go deeper: ️ Knowledge Perk opens at Latta Arcade
Tipsy Pickle
A massive gaming center in Camp North End with pickleball courts, golf simulators and pool tables.
Stop by: 201 Camp Rd.
Go deeper: Massive pickleball and gaming facility opening soon at Camp North End
Syn
A South End speakeasy from the team behind Canopy Cocktails.
Stop by: 118 East Kingston Ave., the same as Canopy
Go deeper: Secret speakeasy Syn opens in South End — good luck finding it
Vavela
A Turkish coffee shop in University City.
Stop by: 440 E McCullough Drive, on the second floor of McCullough Commons, above Mike's Vegan Grill.
Go deeper: New late-night Turkish coffee shop opens in University City
Happy Camper
The popular THC-A dispensary closed two of its locations and reopened in a bigger spot with a dog park and lounge.
Stop by: 2918 N. Davidson St.
Go deeper: Happy Camper dispensary and lounge to expand into a bigger location in NoDa this spring
Papi Ricko
A new Latin-fusion restaurant in Plaza Midwood.
Stop by: 1226 Central Ave., next to Moo & Brew and across from Thirsty Beaver.
Go deeper: 9 fun dishes and drinks to try at Papi Ricko in Plaza Midwood
Caffeto
A Colombian coffee truck parked permanently in NoDa, next to Canvas Tattoo and across from the Johnston YMCA.
Stop by: 3012 North Davidson St., next to the new cocktail bar Chief's.
Go deeper: New Colombian coffee truck imports flavors from family farm to NoDa
Babaloo Coffee Club
A café from the team behind Muraya in The Shops at Winnifred in South End.
Stop by: 1425 Winnifred St., next to YAY Yogurt and Yuca.
Go deeper: The team behind El Puro and Muraya to open South End cafe serving global treats and La Colombe coffee
Que Fresa
Popular Mexican eatery opens second Charlotte location in the Duke Energy Plaza in Uptown.
Stop by: 530 S. College St.
Go deeper: Que Fresa opens second location in Uptown with cocktail bar and all-day breakfast
El Veneno
The popular food truck now has a food stall inside Monarch Market.
Stop by: 101 N Tryon St.
Go deeper: Popular Mexican food truck El Veneno opens stall at Monarch Market food hall in Uptown
The Comedy Club at Duckworth's
A new comedy club inside Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse in Uptown.
Stop by: 330 N Tryon St.
Go deeper: First look inside Duckworth's new Uptown comedy club
Curry Gate
A popular spot for Indian and Nepalese cuisine in Charlotte, has opened its fourth Charlotte area location in Matthews.
Stop by: 1240 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Indigo Coffee
A Black-owned pop-up coffee spot in South End.
Stop by: 412 W. Palmer St., inside Alongside Brewery.
The Dankery
A takeout-only loaded French fry joint open until 3am.
Stop by: 500 W. Summit Ave., inside South End Eats
Go deeper: ️ Raleigh favorite opens in South End with late-night food options
Astoria
Trendy coffee trailer situated along the Rail Trail in South End.
Stop by: Under the 110 East office tower at 110 East Blvd.
Follow their Instagram for updates.
The Chai Window
A walk-up window coffee spot attached to jewelry and home decor shop Twenty Two West, serving hot and iced chai, plus chai popsicles and ice cream sammies.
Stop by: 2338 The Plaza
Go deeper: Charlotte's 13 best mobile coffee carts and tiny cafés for coffee on the go
North Italia Birkdale Village
The newest location for the Italian restaurant opened in Huntersville.
Stop by: 8711 Lindholm Drive
HEALTH & WELLNESS
The Health Club
A locally owned luxury fitness and recovery center in east Charlotte.
Stop by: 4000 Monroe Rd., Building 5
Go deeper: See inside: The Health Club brings Equinox vibes to east Charlotte
Players Athletic Club
A new indoor sports training facility in Grier Heights.
Stop by: 3525 Latrobe Drive
Go deeper: Indoor training facility for baseball, softball and lacrosse now open in Charlotte
Sauna House
Asheville-based bathhouse known for its communal saunas and cold plunges, opened its first Charlotte location in Wesley Heights.
Stop by: 1500 W. Morehead St.
Go deeper: Popular Asheville bathhouse Sauna House brings its communal saunas and cold plunges to Charlotte
RETAIL
Trope Bookshop
A popular romance bookshop on wheels opened its permanent home in Plaza Midwood.
Stop by: 1516 Lyon Court, just off Central Avenue.
Go deeper: See inside Trope: New romance bookstore opens in Plaza Midwood
Reclectic
An overstock store from Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN), in Pineville.
Stop by: 10416 Centrum Parkway
Go deeper: Anthropologie, Free People and Urban Outfitters clearance store coming to Charlotte
Charlotte Studio Arts
A studio space for artists in NoDa.
Stop by: 3045 N. Davidson St.
Go deeper: Charlotte artists find a home in NoDa on Johnston YMCA campus
SERVICES
Ziva Postpartum Retreat
An overnight service for postpartum and postnatal care in Uptown.
If you go: Book your stay in advance at Le Méridien.
Go deeper: Postpartum retreat in Charlotte to offer all-day care for new mothers
Last Minute Club
An online service that connects procrastinators to local businesses — from same-day massage bookings to salon appointments and everything in between.
Go deeper: Book last-minute appointments with this new Charlotte service
University Regional Library
The newest two-story library in University City is filled with books for children, teens, and adults.
Stop by: 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, next to Novel University Place.
Go deeper: 125 restaurants and businesses in Charlotte that opened in 2024 so far
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