Charlotte native, chef to the stars leads menu at new fusion restaurant in uptown
A new fusion restaurant is looking to make its mark in Charlotte.
Amina, an African-Mediterranean restaurant and lounge, opened in early April along East 6th Street in uptown.
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Expect dishes that blend African and Mediterranean flavors, curated cocktails and “a space that transitions from lunch, dinner to nightlife seamlessly,” a restaurant spokesperson told CharlotteFive.
Charlotte native Chianti Peek will lead as Amina’s executive chef. A self-described “food surgeon,” Peek previously served as a private chef to elite professional athletes including former NBA player-turned coach Kemba Walker and former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton.
At Amina, foodies can look forward to “elevated cuisine” with an emphasis on global flavors. Offerings include light bites and shareable plates. Think: crab toast, braised oxtail and charred Brussels sprouts with date glaze.
Charred flatbreads are also on the menu alongside heartier mains like pan-seared branzino and rib eye steak topped with golden butter.
Other standout dishes include:
- Midnight Luxe Smashburger: Prime beef topped with aged white cheddar, carmelized onion jam and truffle garlic aioli on a brioche bun.
- Oxtail Ragu Asmara: Slow-braised oxtail in red wine tomato reduction with korarima and rosemary over pappardelle pasta.
- Fire & Nectar flabread: Crisp flatbread with spiced tomato sauce, honey-berbere chicken, mozzarella, provolone, red onions and herbs.
The restaurant’s beverage program features seasonal cocktails, plus “a thoughtfully selected collection of wines and premium spirits,” its website says.
CharlotteFive has reached out to Amina for more information and was awaiting a response.
Amina
Location: 225 E 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Cuisine: East African-Mediterranean fusion
Instagram: @theaminaclt
This story was originally published March 24, 2026 at 11:40 AM.