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Uptown Hot Spots For Confluence Visitors

Welcome to Uptown, Charlotte, home to Confluence Carolinas! When you're not soaking up knowledge at the conference or jamming out at a live show, here are some places to explore in the heart of the Queen City. From coffee to fine dining, rooftop bars to cool spaces, we've got you covered.

Coffee/Cafés:

  1. Provided Coffee: Your daily fuel right at the conference venue.
  2. Queen City Grounds: A local favorite for artisanal coffee and a cozy atmosphere.

Quick Eats:

  1. The Market at 7th Street: Discover North Carolina's first food hall with diverse local food, coffee, beer, wine, and Charlotte souvenirs.
  2. Pizzeria Sapienza: Grab a quick slice of delicious pizza.
  3. Sabor: Enjoy casual Mexican dining in a relaxed setting.

Casual Dining:

  1. Poplar Tapas: Savor Spanish tapas in a restored fourth ward home.
  2. Alexander Michaels: Classic American dishes in a historic fourth ward setting.
  3. Freshwaters Southern: Indulge in classic Southern dishes.
  4. Duckworth's Grill and Taphouse: Great for grill enthusiasts.
  5. Tupelo Honey: Experience homestyle Southern cuisine.
  6. Bella Ciao: Laid-back restaurant with fresh pasta, pizza, and salad.

Fine Dining:

  1. Moa Korean BBQ: Upscale Korean BBQ with tableside preparation.
  2. Rooster’s Wood-fired Kitchen: Enjoy Spanish, French, and Italian-inspired dishes prepared over wood fire.
  3. McNinch House: A Victorian house offering high-end Continental fare.
  4. Aria: Refined Italian fare in a trendy, contemporary setting.
  5. Mico: Experience Argentinian cuisine with Uptown sophistication.
  6. Cellar at Duckworth’s: An upscale speakeasy with creative cocktails and eclectic American fare.
  7. La Belle Helene: Refined brasserie serving French fare, beer, and wine.
  8. Fahrenheit: A sleek rooftop restaurant with New American cuisine and an Asian twist.

Nightlife/Rooftop Bars:

  1. Paper Mill Pub: A two-story pub with a rooftop, connected to Truist Field, home of the Knights Baseball team.
  2. Crave Dessert Bar: Satisfy your sweet tooth with desserts and cocktails in a trendy lounge.
  3. Merchant and Trade: A chic locale atop Kimpton Tryon Park serving craft cocktails, local beers, and elevated bar bites.
  4. Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo: Charlotte's tallest rooftop bar with expansive views of the Uptown skyline.
  5. Búho Bar: Unique rooftop bar on top of the Grand Bohemian Charlotte.
  6. Aura Rooftop: Great cocktail bar on top of the JW Marriot Hotel.

Cool Spaces:

  1. Romare Bearden Park: A beautiful outdoor park to relax and unwind.
  2. First Ward Park: Another green oasis in the city.
  3. Luminous Lane: Explore this unique urban spot for an artsy and Instagram-worthy experience.

Enjoy your time in Uptown Charlotte, and make the most of your Confluence experience! Follow @Uptown.CLT on social media to stay connected.