Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Charlotte

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October 1, 2025
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Highest-rated brunch restaurants in Charlotte

The word brunch first appeared in a 1895 issue of "Hunter's Weekly," according to the Smithsonian Magazine. In the article, which was titled "Brunch: A Plea," author Guy Beringer suggested swapping out heavy, post-church meals for lighter spreads served later in the morning.

"Brunch… is cheerful, sociable, and inciting," Beringer wrote. "It is talk-compelling. It puts you in a good temper; it makes you satisfied with yourself and your fellow beings. It sweeps away the worries and cobwebs of the week." As a post-script to the piece, he writes that at brunch, "Beer and whiskey are admitted as substitutes for tea and coffee."

Fast forward 130 years, and brunch is now one of the most popular meals in the U.S. According to a 2025 industry report from Bar & Restaurant News, brunch is the #1 meal for both Gen Zers and parents: 39% of the former go out to eat during that time, and 47% of the latter.

Many brunch locations offer the same type of spread Beringer promoted in his article—pastries and marmalade, coffee and tea (or beer and whiskey), and main courses that include fish or other meats. However, a host of other trends like internationally inspired cuisines, pizza, and mimosa flights have come along to add a little variety.

Whether your preference is for a classic brunch or something with a little more spice, Stacker compiled a ranking of the highest-rated brunch restaurants in Charlotte using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, a restaurant with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Most chain restaurants were excluded from the ranking. Data is as of Sept. 16, 2025.

Read on to find out if your favorite local spot made our list!

#27. The Flying Biscuit Cafe - Park Road

- Rating: 4.1/5 (170 reviews)
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#26. Napa on Providence

- Rating: 4.1/5 (217 reviews)
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#25. Trio

- Rating: 4.3/5 (212 reviews)
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#24. Fahrenheit Charlotte

- Rating: 3.9/5 (618 reviews)
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#23. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

- Rating: 4.2/5 (209 reviews)
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#22. Kid Cashew

- Rating: 4.2/5 (141 reviews)
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#21. Gallery Restaurant

- Rating: 4.2/5 (265 reviews)
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#20. Red Rocks Charlotte

- Rating: 4.3/5 (237 reviews)
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#19. Ri Ra Irish Pub

- Rating: 4.1/5 (388 reviews)
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#18. RedEye Diner

- Rating: 4/5 (304 reviews)
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#17. The Market at 7th Street

- Rating: 4.3/5 (219 reviews)
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#16. Cafe South

- Rating: 4.3/5 (269 reviews)
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#15. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

- Rating: 4.2/5 (383 reviews)
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#14. Cowbell Burger & Whiskey Bar

- Rating: 4.2/5 (293 reviews)
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#13. Harry's Grille & Tavern

- Rating: 4.3/5 (270 reviews)
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#12. Haberdish

- Rating: 4.4/5 (185 reviews)
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#11. The Original Pancake House

- Rating: 4.4/5 (425 reviews)
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#10. Stoke Charlotte

- Rating: 4.4/5 (139 reviews)
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#9. Cafe Monte French Bakery And Bistro

- Rating: 4.3/5 (495 reviews)
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#8. Bricktop's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.3/5 (482 reviews)
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#7. Cajun Queen

- Rating: 4.3/5 (500 reviews)
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#6. Mert's Heart and Soul

- Rating: 4.2/5 (1161 reviews)
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#5. Mimosa Grill

- Rating: 4.2/5 (563 reviews)
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#4. 300 East

- Rating: 4.3/5 (452 reviews)
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#3. Midnight Diner

- Rating: 4.3/5 (549 reviews)
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#2. Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Uptown

- Rating: 4.4/5 (666 reviews)
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#1. Mico Restaurant

- Rating: 4.7/5 (104 reviews)
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