Best Lunch Restaurants in Ballantyne

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1. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 67 times today

Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Pork Milanese, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Braised Short Rib Lumache that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

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2. Gallery Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1914)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballantyne

Booked 17 times today

Gallery Restaurant serves contemporary American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Menus change seasonally to provide fresh regional ingredients. An exclusive art display from a local gallery establishes an authentic gallery feel. Enjoy an impressive wine selection honored as a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Gallery Bar offers a casual option for lunch and dinner and has an extensive Whiskey collection. Diners enjoy monthly culinary events and seasonal Al fresco dining. Private dining offers an elegant space for small social events and meetings up to 20 guests. Gallery Restaurant is located at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte on the corner of Johnston Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. Dress code is business casual or nice dress, no baseball caps please.

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3. Eggspectation - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(44)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ballantyne

Booked 15 times today

Eggspectation Charlotte serves elevated American cuisine with a lengthy all-day breakfast menu alongside hearty lunch and dinner fare. Whether it’s a light-hearted meal with family and friends, a business breakfast, weekend brunch, Happy Hour, or a special gathering in our private event space, every experience at Eggspectation is memorable. We are locally owned and operated and proud to serve you. Our trendy, urban ambiance and varied menu sets us apart; we truly have something special for everyone!

4. Zinicola

4.5

Awesome(1104)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 26 times today

Zinicola is located in Ballantyne Village across from Ballantyne hotel. Stop by and enjoy our modern Italian food by Chef and owner Richard Cranmer. We make our pastas from scratch, just like my Nonna. Our menu changes seasonally www.zinicolaitalian.comZinicola also has a full bar, great wine and cocktail list. Located in front of the restaurant, a new patio with its own bar lends more seating. Zinicola is great for large groups, meeting, parties, and private dining.

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5. Juniper Grill - Ballantyne

4.7

Exceptional(1049)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ballantyne

Booked 28 times today

Amazing food & a great atmosphere We hope to see you soon! Juniper Grill was established on the principles of creating a cozy, yet modern, atmosphere. Our menu was developed from a wide variety of American Cuisine with a Southwest Flair. Our Chef's prepare everything from scratch using only the best products available. We major in fresh squeezed juice margaritas, sipping tequilas and craft beers. Our extensive wine list features 50 wines by the bottle and over 30 wines by the glass.

6. C&W Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(23)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Ballantyne

Booked 23 times today

Buckle up and get ready for a flavor-packed adventure at C&W Steakhouse—Ballantyne’s very first steakhouse! At C&W Steakhouse, our Chef driven menu includes a tantalizing array of offerings that reflect the finest cuts of meat expertly grilled to perfection and bold flavors and quality offerings you crave! Get ready to indulge in exquisite USDA Prime steaks and delectable dishes, a wide assortment of wines, and craft cocktails that are sure to delight your palate. Join us and embark on an exciting journey, where every meal is a celebration of taste and community!

7. The Blue Taj

4.7

Exceptional(805)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Ballantyne

Booked 15 times today

Located in Ballantyne Village, The Blue Taj is a groundbreaking restaurant serving Indian Cuisine and a much needed and welcome addition to Charlotte’s dining scene. The Décor at The Blue Taj is chic and modern, yet very cozy and eclectic. There are four themed dining areas to keep the excitement going for each time you visit. A chic wine cellar also graces the floor of the restaurant where vast and popular selections of wines are stored in a good temperature and humidity controlled environment. The Bubble Bar is open nightly to fix your craving for exciting combination of both signature and innovative cocktails and refreshingly sparkling and other popular wines by the glass. The Blue Taj is also a lunch destination in a very popular location. The ample selections of lunch offerings are sure to please business and mainstream diners alike. The Blue Taj is also available for private events and parties of various sizes.

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8. Ballantyne Ballroom

4.4

Awesome(66)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Ballantyne

Experience unparalleled elegance at the Ballantyne Ballroom within the prestigious Ballantyne Hotel, where every holiday is a celebration to remember. Indulge in our festive and specialty brunch buffets for Mother's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, meticulously crafted to delight your senses and create cherished memories. Savor handcrafted cocktails and a curated selection of drinks at our bar, while enjoying live entertainment that adds a touch of magic to your experience. With complimentary parking and the ability to accommodate large parties, make your holiday celebrations truly unforgettable at The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel.

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9. Tap and Vine - Charlotte

3.7

Very Good(337)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Ballantyne

Booked 24 times today

Tap & Vine is a restaurant/wine bar that specializes in tapas, as well as a variety of other food. We specialize in fine wine, craft cocktails and an upbeat, beautiful atmosphere. We are located in Ballantyne at the Stonecrest shopping center. We have daily and weekly food and drink specials, events, live music, & great vibes. We are open for lunch & dinner every day of the week. We look forward to seeing you!

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10. New South Kitchen & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1314)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Arboretum

Booked 16 times today

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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Tom
Charlotte •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Made last minute reservations and they were able to get us in. We were seated right away in a busy area but we still were able to have normal conversation and enjoy the time together. We had Mussels in Red Sauce that were nice and garlicky. Mussels cooked perfectly. Side Ceasar salad which was just enough and didn’t fill me up. Then the main dishes of Seafood over Squid Ink pasta for my wife and Short rib Ravioli for me. Both dishes were wonderful. On to the Canoli and Cappucinio for dessert. Spot on again! Our server was attentive, very pleasant but not hovering. We asked for our food to served slowly so we could enjoy conversation. Boom. Done. We have been to Zinicola multiple times now and it never dissapoints.
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ZinicolaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Teresa
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food and service were outstanding! Truly! It was a little hard to hear my friend talking across the table, though. There was a great energy in the restaurant, but I probably prefer a little bit quieter space for conversation. I’d still return for the food and service, but it wouldn’t be a spot I’d pick for serious catching up given the acoustics are a bit on the loud side.
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Juniper Grill - BallantynePrice: Moderate• American• Ballantyne
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4.7
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Valerie
Charlotte •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The truffle bread, calamari and pizza were absolutely delicious!
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North Italia - Charlotte - BallantynePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Madison
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall great experience ! I forgot to get our waitresses name but 10/10 will definitely recommend to my friends and will definitely be back .
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Eggspectation - CharlottePrice: Moderate• American• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Andrewvip
South Carolina •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
We’ve eaten here several times and enjoyed it. Great food and service.
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Gallery RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Ballantyne
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4.5

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

2. Gallery Restaurant

3. Eggspectation - Charlotte

4. Zinicola

5. Juniper Grill - Ballantyne

6. C&W Steakhouse

7. The Blue Taj

8. Ballantyne Ballroom

9. Tap and Vine - Charlotte

10. New South Kitchen & Bar

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