Looking to hit up the freshest new spots in uptown Charlotte? From two seafood restaurants to a breakfast and brunch spot, read on for a list of the newest businesses to make their debut in this Charlotte neighborhood.
Fin & Fino
135 Levine Avenue of the Arts, Suite 100
Fin & Fino is a new cocktail bar and seafood eatery that says it serves "food for those with an explorer's heart," with a menu that draws inspiration from seafaring cultures.
Lunch menu entrees include poke bowls, smoked salmon flatbread, rice bowls and chicken pasta. For dinner, try the grilled bánh mì with shrimp, Arctic char ceviche or lobster and truffles with celery root brandade and basil shells. Pair your meal with one of dozens of wines. (See full menu here.)
Fin & Fino currently holds four stars out of 21 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Nikki W., who reviewed Fin & Fino on May 5, wrote, "If you're coming here for dinner, the only way to do it is The Treatment. Basically, your server and the chef take you on a tour of the menu. $50 per person. Bonus: $5 goes to a charity. How cool is that?"
Stan P. noted, "Beautiful, uncrowded décor! Service that was friendly and very competent!"
Fin & Fino is open from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 5–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 5–11 p.m. on Friday, and 5–11 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
101 S. Tryon St.
Upscale chain Eddie V's Prime Seafood has opened its newest lounge and restaurant that's part seafood spot, part modernized speakeasy, with live jazz every night.
On the menu, look for seared oysters wrapped in prosciutto, lemon sole with a Parmesan crust, lobster tails broiled with drawn butter and lemon, and hand-cut steaks like the 12-ounce filet mignon.
The bar features handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list.
Eddie V's Prime Seafood's current rating of five stars out of 13 reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Trice B., who reviewed Eddie V's Prime Seafood on May 5, wrote, "The decor is perfect for the area. It's dark and swanky, but still well lit enough to see around. Any date you bring here will be impressed, I know I certainly was."
And Jessica C. added, "We had an amazing dinner — great ambiance, excellent service combined with delicious food and the best drinks in town! Also, impeccable service from start to finish ... Eddies V's, welcome to Charlotte!"
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is open from 4–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 4-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 4–9 p.m. on Sunday.
Famous Toastery Uptown
330 S. Tryon St.
In the mood for breakfast or brunch? Stop by the Famous Toastery Uptown, a Huntersville-based chain with locations throughout the Southeast.
Brunch specialties include biscuits and gravy, the corned beef and potato hash and the huevos rancheros — two eggs served over black beans, cheddar and feta with crispy tortilla strips. Or opt for something sweet like the French toast stuffed with fruit. (You can check out the full menu here.)
Famous Toastery is off to a strong start, with a current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of 13 reviews.
Yelper Vicki S., who reviewed Famous Toastery on May 12, wrote, "Great portion sizes. And fresh ingredients. Came in for breakfast and got The Burrito with turkey sausage. ... The burrito is jampacked with veggies, eggs, cheese and turkey sausage."
Yelper Christy C. wrote, "I love the Famous Toastery. I was excited that they were opening a location uptown near my work. We went for a team celebration today for breakfast. ... My co-workers got some different varieties of omelets that they were really pleased with! The service was incredible. We will be back!"
Famous Toastery Uptown is open from 7 a.m.–3 p.m. daily.
