Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Charlotte

OpenTable

Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Charlotte? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Marquee Charlotte

4.8

4.8 (70)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Charlotte

About the restaurant

Discover unparalleled sophistication at The Marquee Charlotte, just 7 minutes from Uptown. A pinnacle of refined luxury, our prime location offers access to the city's finest cultural treasures and modern conveniences. More than a venue, it's an invitation to indulge in Charlotte's dynamic tapestry. Whether it's an elegant dining experience, a weekend of dancing, exclusive bottle service, or corporate events, The Marquee Charlotte is your passport to a world where every moment exceeds expectations in the heart of Charlotte.

At the Marquee Charlotte, baseball hats, athletic wear, flip flops and hoodies are permissible.

We automatically add a 20% gratuity to all checks.

Top review

Tosha

Dined on 2 May 2025

My girlfriends and I had a Great time - I We will definitely come back .

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McNinch House

4.9

4.9 (1142)

$50 and over

Continental

Uptown

About the restaurant

The McNinch House Restaurant is a captivating gem nestled in Charlotte's Historic Fourth Ward, situated Uptown. Set within a meticulously restored Queen Anne-style home dating back to 1892, this establishment offers a blend of exquisite cuisine and Victorian charm. Each room, from the cozy Library to the airy front porch with sweeping city views, exudes its own unique allure. Embark on a culinary journey featuring meticulously crafted courses made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enhancing the experience is an extensive, multi-award-winning wine list and the option for wine pairings that perfectly complement each course. McNinch House is more than just a restaurant; it's a historic culinary haven celebrated for its refined ambiance, impeccable cuisine, and timeless elegance. Immerse yourself in this unparalleled dining destination and savor the essence of Charlotte's vibrant culinary scene at its finest.

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Courtney

Dined 5 days ago

Incredible experience from start to finish! Amazing ambiance, service and incredible food.

RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Charlotte

4.8

4.8 (4487)

$31 to $50

American

SouthPark

About the restaurant

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Charlotte, a 50,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.

For group dining inquiries, please email: charlottehospitality@rh.com

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Fordham

Dined 2 days ago

Everyone is always kind, service is good, food is good, ambience is nice

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4.7

4.7 (39)

$31 to $50

American

Charlotte

About the restaurant

Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Uptown Charlotte at BAR ONE Lounge, where delicious food, expertly crafted classic cocktails and live entertainment create an unforgettable experience. Expanding from its successful South Park location, BAR ONE Lounge in Uptown brings the same elevated dining to a dynamic new space. Indulge in a menu full of bold flavors, innovative small plates and signature cocktails all thoughtfully curated to complement the evening’s entertainment - IVAN KANE'S FORTY DEUCE LIVE BURLESQUE show times: Friday and Saturday 8PM & 10PM. After work, a special occasion or simply looking for a Night Less Ordinary, BAR ONE Lounge is the ultimate destination for unparalleled dining and nightlife in Uptown.

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SherryVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Had an awesome experience!! The food, the show, and the service was amazing!

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Experience

Dinner & Burlesque Show

OROSOKO Sound Bar

4.4

4.4 (64)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Charlotte

About the restaurant

Welcome to OROSOKO Sound Bar, a South End restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring a unique East vs. West menu, exquisite sound, comfortable acoustics and a team of gracious hosts, passionate in delivering inspired hospitality. This cocktail, or “listening”, lounge offers a unique setting to enjoy craft cocktails and relaxed fine dining from renowned Chef Jay Pound, while immersed in the curated sounds of a skilled DJ on our world-class audio system. There simply is nothing like it.

Indulge in our beautifully crafted signature cocktails, while savoring Asian and Latin inspired tapas-style shareables in a natural environment that exudes sophistication, comfort and luxury. At Orosoko, we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class, welcoming atmosphere that is stylish, but never pretentious.

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Stefanie

Dined on 3 May 2025

Amazing food and drinks. We had a wonderful time for GNO

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Experience

Large Party Reservations

Steak 48 - Charlotte

4.9

4.9 (7965)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

SouthPark

About the restaurant

At Steak 48 in Charlotte, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. The diverse menu at our Charlotte steakhouse location will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Our master butchers custom cut 28-day wet-aged steaks by hand for cooking in our 1800-degree broiler. Much of our beef comes from Midwestern farms in Michigan and Wisconsin as well as premium Wagyu beef brought in from the Mishima Reserve. Enhance your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail made from local ingredients. Make your reservation today. We can't wait to see you!

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chantaiVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We were there to celebrate our anniversary. Abby our server was excellent in making sure that we had everything we needed & Jennifer the GM was awesome.

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Eddie V's - Charlotte

4.9

4.9 (3258)

$50 and over

Seafood

Uptown

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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Ikeena

Dined 1 day ago

It was a 12 star experience they gave hot rags mocktails and real ones the food is perfectly made excellent the waiters are always amazing. You should definitely go it’s amazing 12 stars for sure Sighed, 5th grade graduation

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10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon

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West Coast Oysters

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Two Crab-Stuffed Jumbo Gulf Shrimp

Mas Amor Cantina

4.8

4.8 (647)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Hickory

About the restaurant

Where we offer a lot “More Love!” We are your neighborhood Tex-Mex Cantina with strong North Carolina roots. When you dine with us, you are sure to find the freshest ingredients and boldest flavors around. From homemade tortillas and sauces from scratch on your plate, to fresh crushed cilantro and fruit purées in your margarita, we are committed to a fiesta for your taste buds! At Mas Amor Cantina, we take fun seriously!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 20 Mar 2025

I highly recommend this place!! Delicious food and great atmosphere and service! Went on a couple’s date night with some friends and we had a blast!

Chief's

4.7

4.7 (33)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

NODA

About the restaurant

Led by esteemed mixologist Bob Peters, Chief’s is a tribute to his late father (known in the family as Chief) where guests can enjoy elevated cocktails & first-class service in a relaxed, nostalgic atmosphere.

An architect by trade, Chief’s appreciation for thoughtful craftsmanship can be felt in every corner of our restored, historic mill house—from the homestyle furnishings to heartfully crafted libations. The intimate space offers a unique blend of past & present that invites folks to slow down & savor the finer things.

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Charlotte

Dined on 19 Apr 2025

Celebrated our anniversary with a beautiful cocktail experience at Chief’s. Loved everything about our date night and look forward to returning with friends.

The Fig Tree Restaurant - Charlotte, NC

4.8

4.8 (4731)

$50 and over

Continental

Elizabeth

About the restaurant

Just minutes from Uptown Charlotte in the Historic Elizabeth neighborhood, The Fig Tree Restaurant is located in a beautifully restored 1913 Bungalow. Husband and wife team, Chef Greg and Sara Zanitsch offer Seasonal Cuisine with influences from Italy and France, an award- winning and affordable wine list and outstanding service. The Fig Tree is known for romantic evenings , expertly executed business dinners, and gorgeous al fresco dining. We look forward to serving you soon!

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MindyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Food was excellent, portions were a great value, service was fantastic, and ambience was calm, perfect for conversation.

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