The Charlotte American Bistro

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What makes it fun

The Charlotte American Bistro is a blend of warm charm and modern flair. This neighborhood gem serves cuisine that’s thoughtful, playful, and perfect for two. The menu weaves Southern comfort with global touches like biryani spiced wings, crispy duck with burnt orange harissa sauce, or the Southern twist spaghetti & catfish. The ambiance hits that sweet spot between vibrant and intimate. It's lively enough to feel fun, calm enough to lean in and whisper your favorite memory together.

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4.5

Based on 948 reviews

Sinidria Robbins

16:21 06 Nov 25

Went for a birthday dinner. Had an amazing time the food and drinks were great!

Moyinoluwa Alaka

04:52 06 Nov 25

I have nothing but amazing things to say about The Charlotte! I’m glad & proud I get to support the young Nigerian men who own this spot s/o to them fr! I’ve been here three times so far & everything has been amazing! The food & the hospitality is 10/10!✨

Judson & the rest of the staff are amazing! They treated us so well for my birthday brunch this past weekend! We were treated to a bottle of champagne by one of the owners (s/o to Ken)!

Megan Kim

02:20 06 Nov 25

The spicy rigatoni with steak was great!

Shelby Gage

15:28 03 Nov 25

The Charlotte is amazing!! I went here for my birthday and the staff went above and beyond for me. Brazil & Judson took such good care of me. The chef made the most amazing food. My group ordered multiple cocktails and each one was so good. The pornstar martini & espresso martini are the best I’ve ever had. I had the spicy vodka pasta and it was so so so good. Lastly, we had the birthday cake and cookies & milk. Both were so good. I had the best day here and I’ll be recommending it to everyone I know! The vibes, the aesthetic, drinks, food and staff were so amazing. Best experience. 10/10!!

Mr. Webb

21:32 31 Oct 25

The Charlotte – absolutely the best restaurant! The food was incredible—every dish was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Serena, our waitress, was phenomenal—friendly, attentive, and made our experience even better. Everything from start to finish was amazing! Definitely will be back soon. Highly recommend! Great playlist in the background. The sweets were amazing and such a vibe

Kelly Bland

23:21 29 Oct 25

Wooooooooowwwwwwwwww. I am blown away. I have been to SO many restaurants this year, and my experience at The Charlotte exceeded and surpassed every other dining experience I've had so far. From the friendly and kind Valet attendant to the hostesses wearing matching chic dresses upon arrival, I was greeted by such CHARM! The ambiance and decor inside and on the patio of the restaurant was so playful, unique, eclectic and tasteful. The little special touches throughout the restaurant were very well-thought and the delivery was spot on. They nailed the interior. I felt at home-cozy and comfortable, but it was super jazzy and just straight up fun!
As this was my first time dining here, I'd heard of some popular dishes, so of course we ordered the Calamari and sauteed crab fingers. The calamari was to die for! The seasonings and coating on the calamari were fiiiiiire. The dipping sauces didn't dissapoint either. We were given traditional maranara-ish sauce along with a sweet thai chile sauce that was delicious. The calamari was so good, you didn't even need sauce...
We also had the smash cheeseburger that was seasoned to perfection, just the right amount of toppings-it was balanced really well. The S.T.A.R. of the entire afternoon was the spicy vodka pasta. WHO KNEW that it was possible to eat pasta and devour it without any protein???!! Of course you can add protein to this dish, but we ate it plain as we were just tasting several dishes. I could live off of that alone for the rest of my life.
The spaghetti and catfish was so delicious. Again-the flavor was so on point and you could taste the freshness of the herbs in the spaghetti sauce. That, paired with the crunchy catfish fried to perfection was heavenly.
We also ate the charred elote on the cob. I was moaning it was so incredible...The crab fried rice was to die for, and my niece loved the calamari so much she ordered another entree : )
I ordered the Pornstar Martini and it was so refreshing, different, and smooth. The drink was filled to the brim-they do not skimp on their cocktails ladies and gents!
Finally, we had the cereal milk and cookies. let me tell you. I never knew that a chocolate chip cookie cut in the shape of a teddy bear, warm, soft and moist, paired with cinnamon toast crunch milk, could taste so decadent. I was floored! The flavor profiles were just exploding in my mouth.This experience was such a delight, and truly unexpected. I knew The Charlotte was rated really high, and that customer service and the food were top notch, but i just wasn't prepared for how magical of an experience I was in for!
Jessica was our server and she was on point. The food came out so quickly and she made sure our drinks stayed filled, she cleaned our table off several times, changed out our plates and silverware as needed and did a great job of bussing our table so we had enough room for all of our dishes.
Kim, their awesome manager, came to our table and checked on us often (table touches are so rare nowadays but truly necessary) and she was very engaging and interested in our dining experience and feedback. We raaaaaaved about how utterly fantastic everyone was, as well as how dynamite the food and service were. You could tell that Kim really cares about The Charlotte and she has definitely set the standard for what top notch dining should be. WELL DONE! If I could rate this restaurant with 100 stars, I would. I can't wait to return and I've already mapped out my next entrees . I live over an hour away but I'll drive to The Charlotte in a nanosecond. You are truly in store for a spectacular dining experience, and there are so many different dishes to choose from-there's something for everyone!! If you're lucky, you might even get the chance to dine next to one of their life-size teddy bears!!! Hurry up and go!

Allen Battle

00:26 23 Oct 25

The food was so dam good. I normally take food home not this time I ate everything on the plate. I had the catfish and spaghetti and the food came out hot and tasty. The service was fast and friendly. The atmosphere was laid back. The prices was not to bad and you get what you pay for. I really suggest you visit. Relax slow down enjoy the meal. The Charlotte has to be one of the best restaurants I have eaten at. Please go.

Marshala Calhoun

12:34 20 Oct 25

From the moment I stepped into The Charlotte, I knew I was in for something special. The atmosphere was warm, stylish, and inviting – the perfect balance between modern elegance and cozy charm. Whether you’re there for a casual dinner or a special occasion, the ambiance sets the tone for an exceptional experience.

The food? Absolutely outstanding. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. From the starters to the dessert, each bite felt like it had a story. You can really tell the kitchen takes pride in both quality and creativity.

What truly elevated the experience, though, was the customer service. The server was attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making our visit memorable. They were knowledgeable about the menu and offered great recommendations without being pushy.

The Charlotte delivers on all fronts – incredible food, amazing vibes, and top-tier service. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again. Highly recommended!

Renita

20:09 01 Sep 25

We had a great girls night at the Charlotte. Our shades of brown theme matched the atmosphere and teddy bear decor perfectly. Our waiter was a nice young man, Tag He was extremely attentive and accommodating. The food was a little on the salty side but it was delicious. The drinks were really nice and refreshing as well. We ordered a variety of things ( my friends are foodies) and was not disappointed. I will be adding Charlotte on my list of places to revisit.