Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Charlotte

If you wish to dine of some authentic Thai cuisine, Basil Thai Cuisine is the place to come to. Unlike many street-corner takeaway places, this restaurant is spacious and elegant in its set-up. Classy dark wood and leather furniture, large windows, polished wood floors and paneling and minimal but tasteful decor makes up the interior of this restaurant. The kitchen can be seen through the large glass windows so that diners can entertain themselves watching the chefs cook up delicacy after delicacy. Basil Duck, Pad Thai, Crispy Red Curry Duck and Basil Tilapia are some of the specialties served here. All in all, the restaurant is perfect for a discreet business meeting or a classy and romantic dinner date. A private dining room, accommodating around 40 people can also be hired for corporate dinners and parties.

Hazelnuts Creperie is a local cafe that specializes in sweet and savory crepes. The restaurant serves over 30 mouth-watering variations of these filled paper-thin pancakes. You'll even find vegetarian options on the menu, and anything with chicken can be prepared with tofu. The restaurant is a good place to enjoy a relaxed breakfast, brunch or quick lunch. A must-try here is the Maple Dream - bacon, cheese, eggs and maple syrup - it is decadence personified. Other favorites include the Chipotle Chicken and Berry Delight. Located in the lobby in a corporate building, you may be tempted to give it a miss - don't! Step in and enjoy one of the best meals Uptown has to offer.

This is a popular hot-dog joint in the heart of city which every foodie would like to visit. Vic, the man behind the food stall dishes out delicious hot dogs ranging from traditional favorites, to vegan hot dogs, to gourmet selections like his Bahn You, Bahn Mi dog, PBBj dog and the Pho-Q Dog. Open between Tuesdays through Friday during lunch hours, customers from the corporate world to construction site workers, all line up for a bite of their favorite hot dog.

Fresh ingredients and healthy specials are quintessential traits of Freshii, a health food brand that has branches across the globe. This location of the chain has limited seating, but it's perfect if you are looking to grab a quick meal. Options like turkey chili, cobb salad, the mango and almonds laden Metaboost, the Warrior bowl, Spicy Thai burrito and Spicy Lemongrass soup are some of their must-try specials. The frozen yogurt served here is low on fat and high on flavor and comes infused with almonds, honey, strawberries and more. In addition, Freshii has Mighty Detox and Carrot Zinger Juice, Powerhouse Smoothie and the Strawberry Banana Smoothie. Open since 7.30a, this is a great breakfast spot too. Vegan dishes are also served here.

If you are waiting for a good game to start then there cannot be a place better than Tavern on the Tracks to enjoy it at. This bar is lined with a number of screens such that no seat is the house is a bad seat. Make yourself comfortable and begin your binge. Opt for the Chipotle Honey Shrimp, salsa & guacamole and a stack of Loaded Fries for the table. While you are contemplating your mains make sure to down their homemade Bloody Mary. Pizza fans must try the BBQ Chicken or the Mediterranean pizza while those who cannot leave out their intake of meat, they should devour the beef-infused Tavern Cheese Burger, Fireball Pork Tenderloin and the Tavern Meatloaf. The beer selection at Tavern on the Tracks is simply impressive, rely on the waiters if you are in a dilemma.

Mama Gee's is a small takeout restaurant serving traditional African cuisines in the heart of Charlotte. If you are craving for a different kind of meal, different in taste and flavor, then visit Mama Gee's and soak up the original flavors and spices of African cuisines. Try their unique dishes like tomato stew, Omutuo (sticky rice balls), chicken drumsticks, joll of rice which is really delicious. This is an ideal takeout if you are on the go and enjoy your meal in the comfort of your home.