Looking to explore the newest businesses to open in downtown Charlotte? From a fancy French spot to a luxury waxing salon, read on for the newest spots to open in this part of Charlotte.
Reid's Fine Food
121 W. Trade St., Suite 150
Reid's Fine Food is a grocery store that carries meats, wines, regional provisions, locally grown produce, seasonal meals and gift baskets. Visitors can dine in with the deli and wine bar or grab takeout items from the prepared foods case and butcher shop. This location also features breakfast offerings (quiche, avocado toast and fried chicken biscuit, among others) not available at its other outposts.
Craving sweets? Reid's offers an array of cupcakes, brownies, cakes (chocolate, caramel, white chocolate, red velvet, coconut, birthday and more), pies, cookies, banana pudding and other pastries.
Reid's Fine Food's current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of eight reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Tara B. wrote, "Reid's in uptown is definitely one of my new favorite lunch spots! I got the chicken Caesar wrap and it was so great. My friends loved the caprese sandwich and Caesar pasta salad that they ordered."
Yelper Neema B. added, “Cute little specialty dining store. Offers sandwiches, soups, salads and lots of snacks. Prices are reasonable, average for uptown.”
Reid's Fine Food is open from 7 a.m.–4 p.m. from Monday-Thursday and 7 a.m.–3 p.m. on Friday. (It's closed on weekends.)
La Belle Helene
300 S. Tryon St.
La Belle Helene is an upscale French spot helmed by executive chef Michael Rouleau. Visitors can expect high ceilings, a long bar and pewter accents.
Notable menu options include brioche French toast, tuna tartare and homemade crepes for brunch; rotisserie chicken baguettes, sardines with seaweed butter and East Coast oysters for lunch; and dinner entrees such as seared scallops, roasted duck breast and baked Scottish salmon.
Thirsty? Grab a beer, wine or signature cocktail to pair with your meal. Check out cocktail options like ginny North Carolina South Side with bitters, mint and lemon or the vodka-based Pom Pear Padam with pear juice and Indian tonic.
Yelp users are excited about La Belle Helene, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of 12 reviews on the site.
Yelper Anisha H., who reviewed La Belle Helene on August 8, wrote, "Oh my gosh, this place was stunning. We were able to taste a great assortment of their most popular appetizers offered. My favorite was the Tart Flabée flatbread. I liked their charcuterie board and assorted olives as well. Then, one of the very nice rotisserie chefs let me try one of their oysters...so fresh and so good!"
Yelper John S. wrote, "This place is something different for Charlotte and very well executed. The tuna tartare with the popcorn on it is amazing! Pro Tip: explore the daily item on the rotisserie. Anything slow-roasted tastes much better than a steak."
La Belle Helene is open from 5 p.m.–10 p.m. from Monday-Thursday and 5 p.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
Get Bodied Wax Studio
900 Metropolitan Ave., Suite 1B, Studio 114
Get Bodied Wax Studio is a spot that offers luxury waxing and skincare service. Check its website for daily deals. Wi-Fi is available and handicap access is available.
Services include skin extractions, eyebrow services, facial treatments, chemical peels, waxing services, back treatments, facial massages and body scrubs.
Get Bodied Wax Studio currently holds five stars out of three reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Dee M., who reviewed Get Bodied Wax Studio on June 6, wrote, "Booking was super easy. Finding the place was also easy, and there was plenty of parking for it to be uptown... The room was comfortable and had a nice feel. KK was super friendly and had me laughing the whole time."
Zyishia B. noted, "I've gotten Brazilian waxes at other places, but this one has by far been my best experience. Ms. Keke is very efficient and thorough with the procedure and she wants to ensure that her clients are in the least amount of pain as possible."
Get Bodied Wax Studio is open from 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday and 8 a.m.–6 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
