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Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC
Dish is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

1. Dish

9.2
1220 Thomas Ave (btw Central and Commonwealth), Charlotte, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · 98 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: Their entrees and their sandwiches are about the same price, but you get a lot more for your money with the entrees. I recommend the country fried steak with mashed potatoes/gravy - $7.95!

Cabo Fish Taco is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

2. Cabo Fish Taco

8.9
3201 N Davidson St (at E 35th St), Charlotte, NC
Taco Restaurant · North Charlotte · 186 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: Try the $4 "el cheapo" margarita!

Alexander Michael's is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

3. Alexander Michael's

8.2
401 W 9th St (N Pine St.), Charlotte, NC
American Restaurant · Fourth Ward · 47 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: Love the nachos - big enough for two and then some! Cost is about $8. PS - this is a great first date place. Be sure to get there a little earlier, though (shoot for 6:30) because it fills up fast!

JackBeagle's is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

4. JackBeagle's

9.0
3213 N Davidson St (btwn 35th St. & 36th St.), Charlotte, NC
Sports Bar · North Charlotte · 64 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: They have breakfast on weekends until 1:00 pm and $2.50 mimosas - great hangover recipe.

Diamond Restaurant is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

5. Diamond Restaurant

8.3
1901 Commonwealth Ave (at Gordon St.), Charlotte, NC
American Restaurant · 110 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: Everything here is great, but the fried pickles are a must-have :) Oh, and a specialty cocktail called "unicorn tears" - just trust me!

Pinky's Westside Grill is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

6. Pinky's Westside Grill

8.9
1600 W Morehead St (Freedom), Charlotte, NC
American Restaurant · 184 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: The owner of Pinky's used to be a co-owner of the Penguin - he brought all of the classic recipes over with him. Go for the classic burger or the corndog!

Ru San's Japanese Sushi & Cuisine is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

7. Ru San's Japanese Sushi & Cuisine

8.9
2440 Park Rd (at McDonald Ave), Charlotte, NC
Sushi Restaurant · Dilworth · 130 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: Super cheap, fast, delicious. Careful, though - make sure whatever you order is over $5 if you plan on using card instead of cash.

Midwood Smokehouse is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

8. Midwood Smokehouse

9.0
1401 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC
BBQ Joint · Plaza Midwood · 126 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: You can split a plate that's big enough for three for a total of $20 or go for the classic bbq sandwich for about $7 - either one is a great choice.

Sir Edmund Halley's is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

9. Sir Edmund Halley's

8.3
4151 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC
Pub · 48 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: This is a great place for dessert! The apple pie may seem overpriced ($6) but it's a huge portion. Also try the guinness/bailey's pudding but be sure to split it with someone because it's super rich.

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar is one of Top 10 dinner spots in Charlotte, NC.

10. Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

8.4
1626 East Blvd (at Lombardy Circle), Charlotte, NC
Burger Joint · 108 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Wilbanks: OK this is actually Big Daddy's, not Bad Daddy's. I recommend the Sam I Am burger - comes with pesto and a fried egg. And the small salad is super cheap and is enough to fill me up!