Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Charlotte

OpenTable

Updated 05 October 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants 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!

Kounter

4.7

4.7 (1310)

$31 to $50

American

Rock Hill

About the restaurant

A new restaurant by Rock Hill native Chef Rob Masone!

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Steve

Dined on 25 Sept 2024

Last night Kounter hit a grand slam. We both tried new menu items. They were bursting with flavor. Kounter is our favorite place for date night. We love Chef Rob and is incredible staff!

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The Eagle - Charlotte

4.6

4.6 (268)

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

Southend

About the restaurant

We start with cage free, free roaming, all natural chicken. It’s brined, dredged, then dropped into custom-built fryers. Its got a little kick and is served with our house made hot honey.

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Tiffany

Dined on 14 Sept 2024

Lovely atmosphere and food! The staff was amazing and food came out quickly.

Dandelion Market

4.8

4.8 (445)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Uptown

About the restaurant

Here at ‘The Dando’ we strive to be a place where people from all walks of life come together, hoist a drink, and make friends in a warm, rustic setting serving up American inspired Tapas paired with some great beer and cocktails.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on 18 Jul 2024

This place is always great. Love the lamb lollipops and the green beans!

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Constantine’s Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (75)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Gastonia

About the restaurant

Visit our restaurant to experience our relaxing atmosphere, to find a peace of mind and to enjoy our diverse, delicious, gourmet menu. Our extensive choice of side and main dishes and appetizers, as well as NA and alcoholic beverages are made to make your taste buds happy!

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Michael

Dined 7 days ago

ordered a huge portion of assorted beef, chicken and lamp chops with 3 different sauces and rice and onions - could have served 3 people looking forward to tomorrow's leftovers

Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

4.7

4.7 (281)

$30 and under

Italian

Mooresville

About the restaurant

The owners of Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Boys Pizzeria's are venturing again to bring you truly Authentic pizza. Pizza cooked by wood fire in 90 seconds. Among pizza stay tuned for the finest, truly authentic, rustic Italian dishes from different regions of Italy. Enjoy our extensive wine and beer indoor/outdoor bar and private dining area for your most exclusive intimate celebrations.

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Lisa

Dined on 24 Sept 2024

Party of 6 enjoyed high top tables with friendly service from bar. Pizza, pasta & salads were all tasty.

New South Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (1304)

$31 to $50

Regional American (Southern)

Arboretum

About the restaurant

We strive to create an experience that looks at the Southern dinner table through a new lens. Our menu offerings are rooted in southern comfort dishes but are elevated to a level that will excite today’s diner. They remind us of family meals around our dinner tables but over deliver complex flavors and stimulating presentations. Our guests are served by a staff of eager hospitality professionals capable of providing the backstories of dishes, suppliers and ingredients. The experience offers a balance between soothing and creative, rustic and refined, downhome & uptown, satisfied and craving more.

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Karenvip

Dined 2 days ago

I ordered the butternut squash salad. Delicious. And service was excellent.

Cafe Monte

4.8

4.8 (5958)

$30 and under

French

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Cafe Monte brings French fare to Charlotte. Classic favorites served all day include quiches and crepes, eggs, waffles, French toast, along with freshly baked artisan breads, pain au chocolat et croissant. In the evening enjoy Bistro service and classics like duck confit and trout amandine. This French Bakery and Bistro has a delectable dish for everyone. Don't forget to stop in at any time of the day for coffee or cappuccinos. We've recently added a private dining room that sits up to 40 people that can be utilized in many ways to suit your event perfectly! For any information on reserving our private dining room, please email our catering manager, Brittany, at info@southernpecanrestaurant.com and we will begin!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

very nice and easy to book a table , I would love to use it many times

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Beef Short Rib Bourguignonne

Giovanna

4.8

4.8 (36)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Charlotte

About the restaurant

Giovanna is the second restaurant created by Chef and Owner Richard Cranmer. Sister restaurant Zinicola, located in Ballantyne, has been a success in bringing authentic Italian food to the area, and Chef Richard hopes to bring that to the Lower Southend (LoSo) area. Giovanna is inspired by Chef Richard’s family, especially his mother and Nonna. He brings authentic Italian cuisine to life with a modern twist on classic recipes. We specialize in house made Italian cuisine from pastas, pizzas, and desserts! Our goal here at Giovanna is to provide delicious food and excellent service to our guests!

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Amy

Dined 1 day ago

We had a 5:30 reservation for 4. Restaurant was empty minus one couple. They sat us at the very first table, closest to the door. I thought that was odd and not preferred for the diners, but I didn’t asked to be moved.

Bernardin's Restaurant - Charlotte

4.7

4.7 (2800)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Bernardin's Fine Dining is renowned for its impeccable service, Elegant atmosphere and sophisticated, succulent Modern American Cuisine. Specializing in Seafood, Lamb, Steaks, Game Meats, Poultry and Pasta. Relax and enjoy soothing music, inviting accommodations, unbelievable entrees, specialty desserts and an extensive wine list. Serving the Triad of North Carolina since 1992, new to Uptown Charlotte. We are confident you will enjoy your dining experience.

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Sharivip

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic menu, delicious food, our server was lovely and we like the wine list also. The noise level is deafening though. Not for a couples date night……😩☹️ Can they do something about the noise?

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Popular dish

Grilled Emu

Miro Spanish Grille

4.9

4.9 (205)

$31 to $50

Spanish

South Charlotte

About the restaurant

Uncover the Spanish restaurant experience in South Charlotte, indulge in a delectable paradise of fresh, Modern Spanish & Tapas Bar. Miro Spanish Grille brings the vibrant flavors and ingredients of Spain into the culinary spotlight, combining the bold taste of classic Spanish cuisine with timeless European Modern cooking techniques.

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Steve

Dined 1 day ago

The food was amazing. Each dish was so unique. The Tres Leches? Best we’ve had!!

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