Charlotte food halls: Here’s everything to know

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Whether you’re new to Charlotte or you’ve been here for years, the city’s ever-changing landscape now includes several food halls.

Food halls are large venues that feature multiple independent food vendors and beverage sellers.

We’re here to make it easy for you to find the perfect one for whatever you’re craving.

Monarch Market

Monarch Market is perfect for unwinding after work or grabbing a pre-activity dinner in Uptown!

Where is it?

Monarch Market is located in the heart of Uptown, along North Tryon Street, right across from the Bank of America skyscraper.

Hours

Sunday to Thursday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday to Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m

Vendors in Monarch Market

• Kicks Deli
• La Cochina Mexicana
• Barley & Burger Smashed
• Maroon Market
• Off The Hook
• Curry Gate
• Kabab 2 Go
• Seoul Good
• Kuya
• Pasta Crush
• Lanai Terrace Bar
• Aster

Optimist Hall

Optimist Hall is a popular food hall in NoDa, known for its wide variety of dining options.

Where is it?

Optimist Hall is located just outside Uptown, on the northeast side, along North Brevard Street.

Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Satuday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Vendors in Optimist Hall

• Honeysuckle Gelato
• Papi Queso
• Felix’s Empanadas
• Suarez Bakery & Coffee
• Bao & Broth
• Harriet’s Hamburgers
• Undercurrent Coffee
• The Dumpling Lady
• Village Juice
• Pet Wants
• Comol Taco Co.
• Noble Smoke
• Poppycox
• Schreiber’s On Rye
• Enat Ethiopian
• Eso Artisanal Pasta
• Ava Pizza
• Zukku Sushi
• The Merchant
• Paradiso
• Mezeh
• Botiwalla
• Archer Paper Goods
• Collier Candy Company

Urban District Market

Urban District Market is a smaller market in NoDa that supports all local shops.

Where is it?

Urban District Market is located next to the Villa Heights neighborhood in northeast Charlotte, along North Davidson Street.

Hours

& Coffee and SUPER: 10 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Food hall: 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Vendors in Urban District Market

• & Coffee
• Crispy Patty
• Bop Bop
• Mo:Mo Pasal
• El Dorado
• KaUdon
• Stuffed
• Rangoon Sushi
• Cluck & Moo
• Labaratory
• SUPER

Camp North End

Camp North End is a 76-acre destination for work, play, events, and community — and while it’s much more than a food spot, it still offers plenty of great dining options.

Where is it?

Camp North End is located outside of Uptown, on the north side, along Camp Road.

Hours

General hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Note: Some vendors have different hours; check with each venue individually.

Vendors in Camp North End

• Black Moth Bars
• Blasian Asian Way
• Canteen
• Cara’s Cookie Company
• Cork & Cap
• Eggroll Company
• Free Range Bar
• Gravity Sourdough Pizza Co.
• Halal Street Food
• Hex: Coffee, Kitchen, & Natural Wines
• Hop Hop Smoothies
• La Caseta
• Life Is Sweet
• North End Farmers Market
• Oh My Ganache, The Cheesecake Bar
• Room Service
• Sage & Citrus
• Seemingly Overzealous Ice Cream
• Soul Miner’s Garden
• Sours
• Surefire
• Tipsy Pickle

The Market at 7th Street

The Market at 7th Street is a conveniently located food hall just off the light rail in Uptown.

Where is it?

The Market at 7th Street is conveniently located just off the light rail in Uptown, along East 7th Street.

Hours

Monday (limited shops): 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Tuesday to Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday to Saturday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Vendors in The Market at 7th Street

• Assorted Table
• Geno D’s Pizza
• It’s Poppin!
• Not Just Coffee
• Orrman’s Cheese Shop
• Sweet Crunch
• Mano Bella
• Maddash
• Hip Hop Smoothies
• Resident Culture
• Serengeti Kitchen
• The Social Cow

Alley 51

Alley 51 is a Greater Charlotte–area food hall offering authentic street foods from China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

Where is it?

Alley 51 is nestled just off Highway 51 in Pineville, along Centrum Parkway.

Hours

Sunday to Thursday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday to Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Vendors in Alley 51

• Akihabari
• Great Wall
• Honey Buns II
• Honeycow Dessert Lab
• Itaewon
• Manila Grill
• Mini G
• Mochinut
• Mukja
• Quicitop
• Railay Express
• Saigon Cafe
• Sizzling
• Yume