Postscript has quietly opened in Plaza Shamrock, serving European comfort dishes and a short cocktail-forward menu from chefs Dean Orr and Amber Donoghue. Early plates include muffuletta rolls and chicken scarpariello.

An Irish-inspired pub, The Craic opens April 15 in SouthPark with a 31-tap bar, all-day brunch and a snug-style dining room.

Enzo’s opens a large new Italian market and wine bar in downtown Matthews, combining a bakery, butcher counter, osteria and an enoteca at Matthews Station. The enoteca is set to roll out this week.

Sweet Lew's BBQ added a $3 brisket surcharge as national beef prices hit record highs, squeezing independent Charlotte restaurants.

A food-truck favorite is opening its first permanent location in downtown Kings Mountain on April 9 with brisket, ribs and smoked sides.

Mug and Maple is set to open at The Power House in Rock Hill this April with a maple-forward, health-focused menu and lodge-style interior.

Ding Tea received an 87.5% B after inspectors found pink residue on cups, pests and several sanitation lapses, according to county records and local reporting.

Longtime Ballantyne favorite Miró Spanish Grille has signed a lease to open a second Charlotte location in SouthPark later in 2026.

TikTok‑famous La La Land Kind Cafe has opened its first Charlotte shop in South End at 1930 Camden Avenue, pairing viral drinks with a social‑impact hiring model.

CHNO Coffee announced a LoSo storefront after an abrupt closure; owner Carlea Recinos has signed a lease at Elan LoSo but an opening date is still TBA.

The Smoke Pit opened a Lake Norman location in Mooresville at 328 W. Plaza Drive and sold out during a training-day rush, drawing lines before the 11 a.m. start.

Charlotte‑born Ilios Crafted Greek is planning a Davidson outpost at Sadler Square; signage is up but a firm opening date has not been posted.

Beloved Uptown cookie shop La Bonbonnière is opening at Blakeney Town Center in Ballantyne with a "coming soon" address at 9870 Rea Rd. No firm opening date yet.