Rosie's Coffee & Wine Garden

Lavish rooms in a refined hotel with a restaurant & a spa, plus an outdoor & an indoor pool. Set 14 miles south of Charlotte's downtown, this upscale hotel is 17 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Elegant rooms have flat-screen TVs, dual closets, Wi-Fi access (surcharge) and marble bathtubs. Some offer private balconies. Suites add separate living areas; some feature full kitchens. Lodge accommodations add whirlpool tubs. A cottage with multiple bedrooms is also available. Room service is offered. Amenities include a spa, a salon, 2 pools (1 indoor), a fitness center and a high-end American restaurant.

A lively food hall bursting with diverse eats, art, and seating options, perfect for a fun outing with friends or a casual afternoon munch.

Nestled in a charming 1913 Craftsman bungalow, this upscale spot serves creative Continental dishes and boasts a wine list that's practically a novel.

Boutique landmark with traditionally decorated rooms, a free shuttle & a fine-dining restaurant. This refined boutique hotel, dating from 1929, is one of the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Historic Hotels of America. It's a 2-minute walk from the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and 9 minutes from Time Warner Cable Arena. Rooms offer 1920s ambiance, and include writing desks, armoires and marble bathrooms. Modern perks include flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffeemakers. A penthouse suite adds double balconies. Room service is available. Free perks include an area shuttle and evening cookies. There's an upscale Southern restaurant, and a 24-hour business center. Meeting and event space is offered.

Nestled in a cozy, rustic setting, this spot serves up creative takes on local favorites along with refreshing cocktails and a welcoming vibe.

Tucked away in eastern Charlotte, this cozy Ethiopian haven serves up mouthwatering meals, vegan delights, and a dash of Southern hospitality.

Coffee shop providing area-sourced java & pastries in a chill space with local artwork & free Wi-Fi.

Local fixture since 1933, this low-key eatery offers a casual American menu, a bar & arcade games.

Southern fare with Mexican & Cajun touches from breakfast to late-night in a no-frills setting.

A trendy, artsy retreat serving inventive New American small plates and exceptional cocktails that promise to delight and surprise with every bite.