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Celebrate the Fourth of July at one of Charlotte's most popular all-American eateries

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Published on July 02, 2019
Celebrate the Fourth of July at one of Charlotte's most popular all-American eateriesJJ's Red Hots - Dilworth | Photo: John K./Yelp

The Fourth of July is only a couple of days away, which means it's time to think about how you're going to celebrate. Specifically, where to find those classic foods that scream red, white and blue.

In the spirit of freedom, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Charlotte's top all-American dining destinations, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list of options.


Sure, they’re not native to either the United States or the old British colonies, but few things seem more American than that summer staple, the hot dog. Charlotte, we’ve got ideas on that.

1. JJ's Red Hots - Dilworth

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Topping the list is JJ's Red Hots - Dilworth. Located at 1514 East Blvd., the traditional American spot, which offers hot dogs and more, is the highest rated hot dog spot in Charlotte, boasting four stars out of 401 reviews on Yelp.

2. Chili Man

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Next up is Uptown Charlotte's Chili Man, situated at S. Tryon and Fourth streets. With five stars out of 163 reviews on Yelp, the street vendor, which offers hot dogs and more, has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Mojo's Famous Hot Dogs

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Mojo's Famous Hot Dogs, located at 4301 Statesville Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the street vendor, which offers hot dogs and more, 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews.


If you're craving classic American food like meatloaf, hamburgers or mac and cheese, consider a celebratory Fourth of July meal at one of Charlotte's top traditional American restaurants.

1. Sandwich Max

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Topping the list is Sandwich Max. Located at 1941 E. Seventh St., the traditional American spot is the highest rated traditional American restaurant in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 151 reviews on Yelp.

2. Coaltrane's Char Grill

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Then, there is Coaltrane's Char Grill, situated at 1518 Central Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 134 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American spot has proven to be a local favorite.


A solid option that conjures the feeling of the open road, one of these beloved Charlotte diners can serve up grub that'll have you singing "God Bless America" in no time.

1. Sunflower Family Restaurant

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Topping the list is Sunflower Family Restaurant. Located at 5400 Statesville Road, the diner is the highest rated diner in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 71 reviews on Yelp.

2. Aggie's Ice Cream & Grill

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Next up is Aggie's Ice Cream & Grill, situated at 7209 E. WT Harris Blvd., Suite B. With four stars out of 12 reviews on Yelp, the diner has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Midnight Diner

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Midnight Diner, located at 115 E. Carson Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner, breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot four stars out of 780 reviews.


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