Zinicola

4.5

1122 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Charming

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.com

Zinicola 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(980) 299-2979
Website
http://Zinicolaitalian.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Richard Cranmer
Private party facilities
Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Location
14835 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277
Neighborhood
Ballantyne
Cross street
The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
Parking details
Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve
$90.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us and celebrate the new year with family and friends and enjoy our 3 course prix fixe menu! APPETIZERS Winter Salad Clams Casino Chestnut Soup Mushroom and Truffle Arancini ENTREES* 8 oz. Filet Mignon - $90 Duck Breast - $85 Grouper - $80 Wild Mushroom Pappardelle - $70 DESSERT Chocolate Cake Olive Oil Cake Lemon Tart * Price includes choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert. Taxes and gratuity not included. For full menu description please visit our Facebook and Instagram pages!

Popular dishes

Antipasto Platter$24.00
Cured Meats, Assorted Cheese, Marinated Olives, Roasted & Pickled Vegetables
Arancini$12.00
Peas, Taleggio Cheese, Calabrian Chili's
Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese $14.00
Roasted Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Balsamic Reduction, Roasted Peppers
Fried Calamari$16.00
Paprika Mayo, Spicy Tomato Sauce
House Meatballs$12.00
Beef, Veal, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan
Mussels$16.00
Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Calabrian Chili's, Red Sauce
Grilled Octopus$18.00
Fingerling Potatoes, Black Tomato Sauce, Pancetta

Salads

Fig & Gorganzola $12.00
Mixed Greens, Prosciutto, Balasmic Vinaigrette, Walnuts
Caesar$10.00
Baby Romaine, Parmesan, White Anchovy, Bread Crisp
Arugula & Beets$10.00
Fried Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese, Gold & Red Beets, Pickled Onions, Toasted Pine Nuts, Sherry Vinaigrette
Heart of Palm & Artichoke $12.00
spring mix, Olives, Red onion, Tomato, Ricotta salata, Red wine vinaigrette

Pizza

Margherita$16.00
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil
Prosciutto$18.00
Tomato, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula
Sausage & Broccoli Rabe$20.00
Tomato, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Garlic, Parmesan
Wild Mushroom Pizza
Mushroom Pesto, Fontina, Ricotta, Balasmic Reduction, Truffle Oil
Artichoke & Olive Pizza$16.00

Pasta & Risotto

Gnocchi $24.00
Roasted Butternut Squash, Goranzola, Sage, Walnuts
Porcini Mushroom Risotto$24.00
Mushroom Puree, Parmesan
Eggplant Lasagna$16.00
Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Ricotta Cheese
Pappardelle Bolognese$25.00
Veal, Beef, Tomato Sauce
Pasticcio al Forno$22.00
Bolognese, Bechamel, Penne, Parmesan
Seafood Rigatoni$28.00
Shrimp, Calamari, Crab Meat, Scallops, Garlic, Shallots, Broccoli, Tomato Sauce
Spaghetti Marinara$16.00
Tomato, Basil, Parmesan
Fettucini Duck Ragu $26.00
Duck Confit, White WIne, Crispy Duck Skin
Black Capellini Shrimp Scampi $28.00
White WIne, Garlic, Lemon, Chili Flakes
Gnocchi Primavera $22.00
Zuchchini, Tomato, eggplant caponata, Pesto

Entrees

Pan Seared Scallops $38.00
Roasted Cauliflower & Pureed Cauliflower, Peperonata, Pancetta
Branzino$34.00
Braised Fennel & Tomato, Capers, Olives, Lemon Butter Sauce
Chicken Parmesan$22.00
Served With Spaghetti
Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops*$48.00
Hierloom Carrots, Brussel sprouts, Pesto, Red wine Demi
Braised Short Ribs $32.00
Celery Root Puree, Swiss Chard, Trumpet Mushrooms, Red Wine Demi

What 1,122 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zinicola offers a delightful blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, featuring "wonderful food" and "amazing fresh pasta." Guests praise the "excellent service" and consistent quality, with standout dishes like the short rib ravioli and beet salad. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it perfect for special occasions or casual dining alike.

1,122 Reviews

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Carol
Charlotte
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and impeccable service. Arancini is the best anywhere around.
ZinicolaResponded today
We are glad to hear you had a great experience with us! We hope yo see you again in the near future! - Zinicola
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Diane
Charlotte
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My dinner tasted like it was several days old an was heated up. Not happy
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Patrick
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service, and the place was decorated tastefully for Christmas.
ZinicolaResponded today
Thank you for a great review! We look forward to your next visit! - Zinicola
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Derek
San Diego
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
This was our second time here. The first time was so good that we wanted to bring our whole family. Unfortunately the service was almost non existent. Water glasses only filled once, meaning that 4/6 did not have anything to drink during their meal. Appetizer plates with mussel shells were left on table the whole time and even during dinner. Complimentary bread arrived at same time as food. The food itself was stilll good and I would consider going again. But disappointed in overall experience.
ZinicolaResponded today
Thank you for bringing the service issue to our attention. We apologize that your experience didn't meet expectations. Providing exceptional service is our top priority, and we deeply regret falling short on this occasion. We appreciate your feedback and want to assure you that we take your concerns seriously. Our team is currently investigating the matter to understand what went wrong and to prevent similar incidents from in the future. Again, we apologize for any frustration caused, and we look to the chance to serve you better in the future. - Zinicola Management
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Erika
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bartender Victor was friendly and prompt. He made excellent lemon drop martinis. The bread was baked in a pizza oven and served with dipping oil and was amazing. I had delicious mushroom risotto topped with chicken. I’ll definitely go back!
ZinicolaResponded today
Erika, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and we hope to see you in the near future! - Zinicola
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Zully
VIP
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of our favorite restaurants in Ballantyne. The food & service is always Excellent!!
ZinicolaResponded today
Thank you for the great review! We look forward to your next visit! - Zinicola
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Kathy
VIP
Charlotte
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zinicola continues to be one of our FAVORITE Restaurants in Charlotte! 😁
ZinicolaResponded today
Kathy, Thank you so much for the wonderful review and we can't wait to see you again soon! - Zinicola
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Annie
VIP
Charlotte
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We have loved dining at Zinicola over the years, but the last two times have been disappointing. Last night, our Caesar salad was not fresh. The lettuce was limp and some of it was brown. (It seemed as though it had been made ahead of time.)The bus boy seemed very anxious to take the bread away. We hadn’t even received our salads when he asked if we were done with it. I had the bolognese, which was fine and my husband had the scallops, which again, were fine. I used to see the chef standing in the kitchen, but haven’t for quite some time. Is he still there or has he left? Anyway, we won’t be going back for a long time, I’m sorry to say.
ZinicolaResponded today
Annie, We apologize that we fell short on your last two visits as we strive to provide a great experience for our guests. Please feel free to contact us and we will address these issues with our team. - Zinicola Management
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Yefim
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. The only other thing - would be nice if they had some background music
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Tom
VIP
Charlotte
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. The food was very good. Service friendly and efficient. If there was any hiccup it was that my dish was served to me at too high of a temperature. It cooled down and was delicious
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FAQs

Zinicola does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Zinicola also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 299-2979.

Zinicola is rated 4.5 stars by 1122 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

14835 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

Additional information

Cross street
The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
Neighborhood
Ballantyne
Hours of operation
Mon 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public lot is free & Ballantyne Village provides free valet service Thursday through Saturday.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Richard Cranmer
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://Zinicolaitalian.com/
Phone number
(980) 299-2979
Private party facilities
Zinicola offers private rooms for 12 to 60 guests with special menu options. You can also book the whole restaurant for personal or business lunch or dinner which can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Zinicola

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

New Year's Eve

House Meatballs

Gnocchi

Chicken Parmesan

Appetizers

Antipasto Platter$24.00

Arancini$12.00

Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese $14.00

Fried Calamari$16.00

House Meatballs$12.00

Mussels$16.00

Grilled Octopus$18.00

Salads

Fig & Gorganzola $12.00

Caesar$10.00

Arugula & Beets$10.00

Heart of Palm & Artichoke $12.00

Pizza

Margherita$16.00

Prosciutto$18.00

Sausage & Broccoli Rabe$20.00

Wild Mushroom Pizza

Artichoke & Olive Pizza$16.00

Pasta & Risotto

Gnocchi $24.00

Porcini Mushroom Risotto$24.00

Eggplant Lasagna$16.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$25.00

Pasticcio al Forno$22.00

Seafood Rigatoni$28.00

Spaghetti Marinara$16.00

Fettucini Duck Ragu $26.00

Black Capellini Shrimp Scampi $28.00

Gnocchi Primavera $22.00

Entrees

Pan Seared Scallops $38.00

Branzino$34.00

Chicken Parmesan$22.00

Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops*$48.00

Braised Short Ribs $32.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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How is Zinicola restaurant rated?

Is Zinicola currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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