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Popular Huntersville North Carolina Brunch Restaurant Adds Dinner Menu

The Lake Norman and surrounding area is full of delicious spots for grabbing a bite any time of day.  And, when The Neighborhood Cafe opened last summer it became a…

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The Lake Norman and surrounding area is full of delicious spots for grabbing a bite any time of day.  And, when The Neighborhood Cafe opened last summer it became a huge hit.  Now, the popular Huntersville North Carolina brunch restaurant announces plans to add a dinner menu.  The Charlotte Observer reports owner Tim Fadul says customers constantly ask for the addition.  And, they want to give customers what they want.  So, beginning Thursday The Neighborhood Cafe opens from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.  They plan to continue brunch daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Visitors to the original Cafe 100 know that when Fadul took ownership he kept the menu and updated and added.  So, he says the dinner menu includes faves from the former Cafe 100.  Plan to see Filet Oscar, Mediterranean Chicken and Salmon and other additions.  Highlights feature ahi tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes, lobster mac & cheese and comfort food like meatloaf and lasagna.  They also will have weekly specials of bone in ribeye, prime rib and New  York strip.

And, customers will notice a bigger bar selection with spirits from Murto Made Distillery in Huntersville.  Thursday nights allow half price bottles of wine.  Plus, other rotating deals include half price apps and desserts.  The nighttime vibe ups its game with the addition of linen tablecloths and candles.  And, guests have an option of outdoor seating with the addition of a large commercial tent and heaters.  Read more about The Neighborhood Cafe.  And, make plans to visit again once the popular Huntersville North Carolina brunch spot adds its dinner menu!

List: The 20 Top Charlotte Brunch Spots According To Open Table

It's barely Monday afternoon but I'm already daydreaming about the weekend. And one of my favorite things to do on the weekends? Brunch. You can satisfy your sweet tooth, enjoy something savory, and hello day drinking mimosas. It's the perfect combination. Especially when it's also filled with friends. And while I have some classic go-to places for brunch I love to try new places as well. But in a city like Charlotte with so many brunch spots, it can be overwhelming to know where to try next. It seems like every day somewhere new is opening. Some places that are considered hot spots have multi-hour waits no matter what time you go.

So let me offer you at least a little help. I went to OpenTable.com to figure out what Charlotte has rated as the best brunch in town. Some would have made my list, others I don't necessarily think of as brunch, and a few I'm adding to my list to try! This list features a variety of cuisines not just your typical pancakes, eggs, and waffles. Locations vary from South Carolina to South Park to the lake and many places in between.

Top 20 Charlotte Brunch Spots According To Open Table:

1. Yunta

Neighborhood: Dilworth

Cuisine: Peruvian, Japanese

Rating: 4.9 stars

Reviews: 29

2. Copper

Neighborhood: Dilwoth

Cuisine: Indian

Rating: 4.8

Reviews: 1718

3. Kounter

Neighborhood: Rock Hill

Cuisine: American

Rating: 4.8

Reviews: 692

4. Alchemy at C3Lab

Neighborhood: Southend

Cuisine: Contemporary American

Rating: 4.4

Reviews: 728

5. Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

Neighborhood: Mooresville

Cuisine: Italian

Rating: 4.8

Reviews: 162

6. Cafe Monte

Neighborhood: South Park

Cuisine: French

Rating: 4.8

Reviews: 4762

7. Rooster's Wood-Fired Kitchen - South Park

Neighborhood: South Park (also an Uptown location)

Cuisine: European

Rating: 4.8

Reviews: 2244

8. Smelly Cat Coffee

Neighborhood: NoDa

Cuisine: Cafe

Rating: 5

Reviews: 2

9. Lincoln Street Kitchen & Cocktails

Neighborhood: Southend

Cuisine: Contemporary American

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 166

Neighborhood: Huntersville (also have locations at Arboretum and Southend)

Cuisine: American

Rating: 4.6

Reviews: 644

11. Bulla Gastrobar

Neighborhood: South Park

Cuisine: Spanish

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 1558

12. Mariposa

Neighborhood: Uptown

Cuisine: Global

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 207

13. Indaco

Neighborhood: Southend

Cuisine: Italian

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 451

14. New South Kitchen & Bar

Neighborhood: Arboretum

Cuisine: Southern

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 998

15. BLT Steak

Neighborhood: Uptown

Cuisine: Steakhouse

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 1859

16. The Jimmy

Neighborhood: Myer Park

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 195

17. The Local Room

Neighborhood: Concord

Cuisine: American

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 326

18. North Italia

Neighborhood: South End

Cuisine: Italian

Rating: 4.7

Reviews: 720

19. Napa at Kingsley

Neighborhood: Fort Mill

Cuisine: French American

Rating: 4.7

Review: 1765

20. Red Rocks

Neighborhood: South Park (locations also in Huntersville and RedStone)

Cuisine: American

Rating: 4.6

Reviews: 2227

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.