Uptown Hot Spots For Lovin' Life

Welcome to Uptown Charlotte, home to the first annual Lovin' Life music festival! When you're not 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:

Provided Coffee: Your daily fuel right at the conference venue at the tiniest Coffee Shop in North Carolina with the biggest heart.
Queen City Grounds: A local favorite for artisanal coffee and a cozy atmosphere.

Quick Eats:

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

Casual Dining:

Cowbell Whiskey & Burger Bar: Cocktails, gourmet burgers & more in a trendy room with dark wood, chandeliers & music memorabilia.
Dandelion Market: Global lunch & brunch fare plus tapas dinners, over 20 craft beers on draft & weekend DJs.
Alexander Michaels: Classic American dishes in a historic fourth ward setting.
Freshwaters Southern New Orleans: Indulge in classic Southern dishes.
Duckworth's Grill and Taphouse: Great for grill enthusiasts.
Tupelo Honey: Experience homestyle Southern cuisine.
Bella Ciao: Laid-back restaurant with fresh pasta, pizza, and salad.

Fine Dining:

Moa Korean BBQ: Upscale Korean BBQ with tableside preparation.
204 North Kitchen & Cocktails: A rustic-chic choice for locally sourced Southern-leaning American fare plus cocktails & craft beer.
Church and Union: Hip, loftlike steakhouse with a buzzing vibe & upscale decor, featuring a full bar & weekend brunch.
Rooster’s Wood-fired Kitchen: Enjoy Spanish, French, and Italian-inspired dishes prepared over wood fire.
McNinch House: A Victorian house offering high-end Continental fare.
Aria Tuscan Grill: Refined Italian fare in a trendy, contemporary setting.
Mico: Experience Argentinian cuisine with Uptown sophistication.
Cellar at Duckworth’s: An upscale speakeasy with creative cocktails and eclectic American fare.
La Belle Helene: Refined brasserie serving French fare, beer, and wine.
Fahrenheit: A sleek rooftop restaurant with New American cuisine and an Asian twist.

Nightlife/Rooftop Bars:

Novelty House: One of the official after party spots of Lovin' Life, rooftop cocktails with a spectacular view
Ri Ra's Irish Pub: Warm, convivial destination offering a long draft & cider list, plus traditional Irish eats.
Connolly's: Traditional Irish pub with a sprawling outdoor patio, live music, sports TV & ping pong.
The Local: Compact hangout for bar chow, ample beer & weekend DJs amid cozy, classic tavern quarters.
Prohibition: a swanky watering hole with reclaimed-wood furnishings and a covered patio.
Havana Smoke: For the socially refined cigar connoisseurs and those new to the relaxing experience of a fine cigar.
Dahlia's: A brand new cocktail and wine bar with light bites and great vibes
SIP: Chill, brick-lined hangout with craft cocktails & beers, plus a bar food menu & sports on many TVs.
Crave Dessert Bar: Satisfy your sweet tooth with desserts and cocktails in a trendy lounge.
Merchant and Trade: A chic locale atop Kimpton Tryon Park serving craft cocktails, local beers, and elevated bar bites.
Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo: Charlotte's tallest rooftop bar with expansive views of the Uptown skyline.
Búho Bar: Unique rooftop bar on top of the Grand Bohemian Charlotte.
Aura Rooftop: Great cocktail bar on top of the JW Marriot Hotel.
Paper Mill Pub: A two-story pub with a rooftop, connected to Truist Field, home of the Knights Baseball team.

Cool Spaces:

Romare Bearden Park:A beautiful outdoor park to relax and unwind.
First Ward Park: Another green oasis in the city.
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 Lovin' Life experience! Follow @Uptown.CLT on social media to stay connected.