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THE LOCAL LINEUP

Charlotte edition

4 openings to explore

Announced openings worth keeping an eye on.

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South EndSteakhouse$$$

Troy Guard’s modern steakhouse expands to a South End rooftop.

LAST ANNOUNCED TARGETOct 2026Estimated

South EndAmerican

A fast-casual bowl and salad restaurant planned for Queensbridge Collective.

EXPECTED OPENINGFall 2026Estimated

UptownSteakhouse

Michael Mina’s steakhouse planned for The Ritz-Carlton.

EXPECTED OPENINGLate 2026Estimated

Lower South EndAmerican

A restaurant from Andres Kaifer and Michael Beltran with Cuban and Spanish influences.

EXPECTED OPENINGLate 2026Estimated