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    4.2 (32 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Carrie J.

    Wow. We loved everything about our first visit to Rada! We made a 5:15 reservation just so we could get in so that alone is a testament to the amazingness already. The restaurant is so modern, airy and fresh with many more tables than it looks like from the outside. From the start, our server (Jesse), was an absolute gem and so helpful with the menu and recommendations. Here is what we got: - San Sebastián martini with the gilda added - highly recommend - The Duckworth - my husband loved!! - homemade bread was unreal - they had a special that evening as a small plate which was scallops prepared so uniquely and full of flavor - hickory grove and honeycomb - get it, promise you won't regret it - veal tonne with capers - brand new dish for us and it was wonderful - Dave's clams - slam dunk - Striploin with the potato pave added on - stole the show - we had zero room for dessert but wish we had Parking: there is a free deck under the building with elevators Bathrooms: could have eaten off the floor! We can't wait to return!

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    Cristina R.

    So rad that Rada is now open! This is the kind of restaurant that I'm so happy to see in Charlotte. It's high quality, with a unique, curated menu. Inside, the space is on the smaller side with a bar and maybe 20 small tables. It feels intimate. The service is very helpful. Our server did a great job explaining the dishes and advising us on how much food to order. After getting seated, we were given complimentary glasses of sparkling wine since we were celebrating our anniversary. Such a nice touch! We ordered the Selwyn Spritz and Orange Mule to drink, which were both refreshing and prepared well. The cocktail/mocktail options on the menu are not too sweet. They also have a good variety of wines by the glass and bottle, including an orange wine from Slovenia. To eat, we started with 2 gildas and 2 meatballs with harissa. Then came the veal tonne and the lamb bolognese with bread. I loved the variety of flavors, textures, and preparations. The menu has a Spanish/Mediterranean bend, with dishes I haven't seen elsewhere. We ended our meal with the pannacotta served with olive oil, honey comb, and sea salt. Again, not overly sweet, with unique flavors and textures. We agreed that this dessert felt very "adult" - in a good way. Highly recommend Rada for an intimate outing or celebration if you're looking to try something new and have a nice time doing it!

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    Steve S.

    This place has potential, but I think they are being a bit pretentious at the moment. Everything is a touch overpriced for what you get. $19 for a cocktail, but served in a chipped glass that I almost cut my lip on. Trendy vibe and decor inside, but no sound dampening efforts have been made to a very small space, so it's super loud. $24 for a plate of 10 tiny clams - that's right, 10. They were delicious, but I can't even get a baker's dozen? Then comes the server's opening dialogue when you sit down - I am growing tired of them. "Have you dined with us before?" No, you've only been open a few months. Then proceeds to explain how it's a sharing menu and you need to order 2-3 snacks, 2-3 small plates, and 1-2 large plates - for 2 people mind you. I've dined at fancy restaurants around the world, I get this isn't The Cheesecake Factory. And I looked at your menu and pictures before booking the impossible reservation that only is available for 2 weeks out at a time, so spare me the condescending PSA please - I'm pretty sure I know how to order! The menu supposedly changes daily, but 75% of what we saw on it this weekend was listed online from when they opened. This isn't Manhattan, guys - you might fool a few wealthy Charlotteans that yearn for more 'it-spots' in our growing city, but you won't fool any Michelin inspectors that will be reviewing the Southeast for their upcoming guide. Please get over yourselves, rethink some of your approaches and reel it in a bit, and then call me!

    Stuffed peppers

    We moved to Charlotte a few years ago and have been on the hunt for local, consistently impressive restaurants with professional service. I think we've found a new favorite. When I saw Rada was the only restaurant in NC to make the NYTimes list of top 50 restaurants, I immediately made a reservation online. We were warmly greeted by Eloy Roy, who was kind and on the floor throughout the evening -- greeting guests and jumping in when needed. It was a beautiful night and we ended up sitting outside. We started inside but were seated close to the bar, and it was just too loud. Yes, the tables are close together, which I wouldn't have minded had we been able to hear the server or each other. We prefer locally-owned restaurants with unexpected ingredients that are combined in surprising ways. We've tried other restaurants with intriguing menus but something was lost between the concept and execution. Or constantly-changing menus seem to undermine the kitchen's ability to consistently deliver the best food and servers' ability to get to know the menu. No issue at Rada. Our servers were Sidney and Maya? They easily answered our questions about ingredients and preparation. We didn't feel rushed and were easily able to get assistance when needed. I didn't sense and pretentiousness as one reviewer mentioned. Rather, I sensed a genuine enthusiasm for the kitchen offerings and desire to share that enthusiasm with guests. We ordered the meatballs, salad, stuffed peppers, charred cabbage and the bavette. I'm attaching pictures and am not sure what else to add besides the food was prepared perfectly. The meal felt like a breath of fresh air and ingredients. I think I had only one piece of the bavette which had a beautiful char on the outside and wonderfully flavored. The salad was large and delicious but not necessarily elevated. A bit unruly to eat and share as the plate was quite small. The meatballs (on a skewer) and peppers were also flavorful. By the time I got to the charred cabbage, I was full but couldn't resist the flavors. It is on the more expensive end, but I would encourage people to go! A couple of small plates and an entree to share would suffice if you aren't starving. The sourdough bread was delicious. Only regret is we didn't have room for dessert! Next time. Only nits: yes the tables are close and the noise level is high depending on where you sit. No one asked about allergies or sensitivities (we don't have any) as other restaurants of this caliber do seem to consistently do, either by phone call ahead or text when confirming.

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    Moji O.

    Rumor has it that this place just opened a couple weeks ago. The vibe is fancy, you can come here with your better half, for girl's night out, or like me a new hire welcome dinner. I arrived to the restaurant, we had reservations and were immediately seated. TJ was so nice and made me a mocktail, super delicious. I asked for something sweet and he delivered a tasty ginger orange mocktail. We ordered multiple items from the snacks & skewers, small plates, and large plates menu - croquetta, meatball harissa, tuna carpaccio, chorizo, lamb bolognese , sea bass and bavette. Hands down my favorite was lamb bolognese, the ricotta was a perfect add to the dish. I can't forget we ended the night with the most perfect and unique panacotta - drizzled with a honey olive oil, three dollops of honeycomb crunch, and lastly sprinkled with sea salt. This place is definitely worth a try, if you are looking for an upscale evening. Note the menu items changes daily. Loved the all gender bathrooms that were stocked with Aesop soap and lotion products. The restaurant has very dim lighting (please excuse my photo quality) and is a quite loud restaurant.

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    Abby Q.

    All around an excellent experience. Here's what we ordered! - cheese & honey along with coppa (coppa is a MUST it was delish) - meatballs (have a harissa kick!) - tuna carpaccio (so fresh - a must) - lamb bolognese (another MUST) - potato pavè (a very yummy classic) - striploin (blew my mind) - chocolate torta (loved the tartness of the cherries) - Tokyo martini (delish.) I loved everything about our experience at Rada. The food is devine and the staff was exceptional. Everyone working there was so kind to guests, happy :), and I could tell they were helpful to one another. So excited to come back

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    Best ever--food is phenomenal and service is top no matter who you are. Changing menu is a big plus.

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    Food is good, but the restaurant has a noise issue. It is too small and becomes very loud. Service was good

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    All of the courses that we got were outstanding. So flavorful! Can't wait to go back.

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    Excellent. Food is amazing and service takes it to a new level. Eloy knows how to please. New favorite place.

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