North Italia New Locations In North Carolina For Crave Worthy Dishes
North Carolina’s culinary scene continues to thrive, often gaining national attention. But, the Charlotte area in particular is booming. And, recently announced, there’s soon to be North Italia new locations…
North Carolina's culinary scene continues to thrive, often gaining national attention. But, the Charlotte area in particular is booming. And, recently announced, there's soon to be North Italia new locations in the Charlotte and surrounding area to enjoy their crave-worthy dishes.
North Italia New Locations
So, at the end of last year, we learned about North Italia planned expansion into the up and coming 'Bowl at Ballantyne.' Located at Johnston Rd. and I-485, the mixed use development welcomes retail and restaurants near The Amp venue.
And, North Italia opens their 6480 square foot restaurant on Bowl Street in the development on May 29, 2024. But, their expansion doesn't stop there.
This week, joining the growing list of North Italia new locations is a spot in Birkdale Village in Huntersville, North Carolina. According to Charlotte Business Journal, the 7400 square foot restaurant opens late 2024.
And, one of the North Italia new locations replaces what customers remember as Fox & Hound. Fox & Hound closed earlier this year after two decades in business. The modern Italian concept North Italia restaurant is under the Fox Restaurant Concepts umbrella from restaurateur Sam Fox.
What To Enjoy At North Italia New Locations
So, what do customers love at North Italia? Their website points out fresh pasta is made from scratch daily. And, they use only the best ingredients in dishes like the 'Chef's Choice' daily pizza and other crave worthy plates.
Although pizza and pastas could be considered the stars of the menu at North Italia, they certainly are joined by plenty more. There's sandwiches, salads, soups and chef's boards. I have my eye on the Cacio E Pepe Arancini!
As a self described 'foodie' North Italia has been on my list to try for quite some time. There's a location in South End on Tryon Street, too. And now, with more locations opening in Ballantyne and Birkdale Village in Huntersville, it's getting even easier to find a nearby location.
We'll keep our eye on North Italia's social media pages to learn a more precise opening date for the Huntersville location as the time nears.
List: The 15 Best Italian Restaurants In Charlotte According To Open Table
There is just something about Italian food. Whether you want pizza, pasta, seafood, something light, or a little heavy. The flavors are simply to die for. And it can be done so many ways. But in a city like Charlotte with so many restaurants, it can be overwhelming to know where to try next. It seems like every day somewhere new is opening. Should you keep going to that chain you love? Is the neighborhood spot really the best? Are you missing out on incredible food? So let me offer you at least a little help. I went to OpenTable.com to figure out what are considered the top Italian restaurants in Charlotte.
Several of these I've not yet tried. I have to say that after eating in the North End in Boston, nothing has compared. And I still dream of eating my way through Italy. But a lot on this list may be more authentic and closer to that. At least I hope so! This list features a variety of locations across the area. There are also date night spots and places you can go with your friends for a quick bite. Spoiler alert however there are some CLASSIC Charlotte spots that didn't make this list. Keep in mind anything on it does use Open Table for reservations. So keep that in mind. That doesn't change the fact that all the restaurants on this list come highly recommended. Some have 2-3,000 reviews!
Top 15 Italian Restaurants In Charlotte According To Open Table:
15. Buca di Beppo
Neighborhood: Pineville
Rating: 4.3
Reviews: 960
14. Angeline's
Neighborhood: Uptown
Rating: 4.3
Reviews: 947
13. Zinicola
Neighborhood: Ballantyne
Rating: 4.5
Reviews: 723
12. Aria Tuscan Grill
Neighborhood: Uptown
Rating: 4.5
Reviews: 3500
11. Arooji's Wine Room
Neighborhood: Ballantyne
Rating: 4.6
Reviews: 303
10. Cicchetti
Neighborhood: Uptown
Rating: 4.6
Reviews: 43
9. North Italia
Neighborhood: South End
Rating: 4.6
Reviews: 820
8. The Jimmy
Neighborhood: Myers Park
Rating: 4.6
Reviews: 245
7. Via Roma
Neighborhood: Waverly
Rating: 4.7
Reviews: 796
6. Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana
Neighborhood: Mooresville
Rating: 4.7
Reviews: 174
5. Primo Prime
Neighborhood: Myers Park
Rating: 4.7
Reviews: 392
4. Indaco
Neighborhood: Charlotte
Rating: 4.7
Reviews: 535
3. Luce Ristorante
Neighborhood: Uptown
Rating: 4.8
Reviews: 2217
2. Toscana Ristorante Italiano
Neighborhood: South Park
Rating: 4.8
Reviews: 2017
1. Dolce Ristorante
Neighborhood: Dilworth
Rating: 4.8
Reviews: 1218
