Where is the best solo dining spot around Charlotte? Tell us your favorite.

You don’t need us to tell you that Charlotte is home to many delicious restaurants dishing up different cuisines — but which is the best for solo dining?

There’s nothing like a special sit-down family dinner or a fun night out with friends, but sometimes you just need a nice spot for your own culinary experience.

In the last two years, solo dining reservations have skyrocketed around the world, The Associated Press previously reported. In the U.S., bookings for eating alone have boomed nearly 30%.

With the increased interest in alone time over a tasty meal, we want to know where you go around Charlotte. So let’s hear it. Whether it be a rooftop restaurant or a cozy cafe, fill out our poll below or email us at charlottefive@charlottefive.com to let us know of your favorite solo dining destinations and why.

We’ll compile your recommendations and reveal the top spots.

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This story was originally published September 24, 2024 at 5:30 AM.

Chyna Blackmon

The Charlotte Observer

Chyna Blackmon was a service journalism reporter for The Charlotte Observer. A native of the Carolinas, she grew up in Columbia, SC, and graduated from Queens University of Charlotte. She’s also worked in local television news in Charlotte, NC, and Richmond, VA. Support my work with a digital subscription