Services was amazing. Food was perfect. I'd recommend trying the Bloody Mary cocktail.

After many visits over the years, Ruby Sunshine has officially taken the top spot as my husband's and my favorite breakfast place in Charlotte. Their menu is vast and varied. They even have a "Dietary Preference" menu (look for it online), with keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian options. Some servers aren't aware of this menu, but they will see it in their Toast device if they look for it. We have landed on a couple of favorite dishes that are repeats for us. I like the Spanish Omelet keto-style. Instead of a biscuit and grits, you get a half of an avocado (sliced) and a roasted tomato. The omelet is always full of flavor, and I love it. My husband's favorite is their White Chocolate Bread Pudding Pancakes, with bacon ($2 extra). Don't let the name deter you--these pancakes aren't too thick. They are slightly chewy, and the white chocolate whiskey sauce is amazing. He rarely uses the syrup! Ruby's coffee is always good and strong, and their service is great, no matter who you get. I'm already thinking of when we will return next! read more

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My first time at Ruby Sunshine. Mother's Day 2026. My Grandson treated his Mom and I to a meal there. Although they were getting close to closing the hostess was pleasant and seated us right away. Our waitress asked for our beverages, dropped them off, she didn't come back to check on us for about 20 minutes. Finally ordered, waited another 30-40 minutes. She never checked on us or gave an eta of our food, not that she was very busy, saw her standing around in back doing nothing. My grandson asked for a tea refill, that took forever then she finally came and slammed the glass of tea on the table and kept walking! Dry and rude! Now the food.....after the long wait the food came out lukewarm, my grits had large hard clumps, shrimp overcooked. My daughter's food lukewarm and the chicken sausage patties were overcooked and discolored. The manager replaced them for her, and offered to replace my grits, I refused, doubting they would make it fresh, so I would most likely get more of the same. The food was somewhat tasty, not great, but service matters...A lot! Customers are not concerned about waitstaff's personal issues, they are there to do a job, represent the business, and determines the tip. Good customer service should be from open to close. It wasn't a great experience overall, definitely not worth the cost. I may try again because it was a busy day and almost closing time. But please train your staff better. read more

I have to say this place is a hidden gem. First the staff was attentive and the waitress was great without being overbearing. She gave good options as well on food and drinks. It was very clean and laid back with a diverse crowd. I had the St. Charles Chicken which was awesome. I tried it with the sauce that it came with and Hollandaise. The pork sauce was very flavorful. My only complaint was that the food took a long time, but it's hard to complain when the result was exemplary. I will definitely be back. read more

Very mixed feelings. From the moment we walked in we were greeted and then served by the same person who we could tell was having a bad day and did not want to be there. The sad part is it was our anniversary brunch and out of all places we picked here. We all have bad days though so I guess it happens. Later during our visit their system went down which probably aided in her being even more annoyed during the course of our visit. I am still giving them 3 stars because my creamy spiced latte was tasty and my gulf shrimp omelet was very good and the eggs were not overcooked. The inside ambiance is a good size with indoor and outdoor seating and although I added myself to the yelp waitlist they do not do weekday waitlist just fyi (which is fine because it doesn't seem necessary). Also the white chocolate bread pudding pancake is nice but get the sauce on the side because it is very sweet. read more

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My friends and I stopped into Ruby Sunshine for brunch and had such a great time. I ordered the shrimp and grits, and it was delicious. We sat outside, which was perfect since there was plenty of shade. Thankfully, we didn't have to wait long, and the service was excellent. read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Shrimp and Grits with a biscuit and jelly - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Thank you Yelp, Ashley and Ruby sunshine for this great experience. The food was so good! The tots and beignets were so yummy and filling! Kiddo got the cinnamon swirl pancakes and those were great as well. Our server was so nice, I wish I had noted her name. read more

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I had such an amazing time with my girls. Our waitress was just amazing. The food isn't what it was like the first time but it was still good nonetheless. The wait wasn't as long as I thought it would be read more

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Omg breakfast was amazing!! This spot never disappoints. The food was fast and delicious. Served hot and flavorful. Rae did an amazing job with the recommendations. The host was friendly and welcoming! I can't wait to come back!! read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - French Toast Bites Entree - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Ruby Sunshine started off just okay. We were told there would be a 20-25 minute wait for a party of eight, but it turned into almost an hour. They also close at 2:00 PM, and we arrived around noon, so the extended wait was disappointing. Once seated, we were greeted by a friendly server, though it was loud and I didn't catch her name. The kids had French toast and the Little Champion (eggs, bacon, and fruit). Unfortunately, the French toast was very hard and overcooked. The shrimp and grits had great flavor and were very enjoyable. The chicken sandwich was overcooked on the outside but moist on the inside, so I removed the breading. The fried green tomatoes were good and flavorful. We ordered beignets, but they never came out; however, our server removed them from the bill without issue. Overall, it was an okay visit. Hopefully, they can improve on the wait time and a few food issues. read more

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Went here on a Sunday when there was a home game whoops! Very hard to find parking on this day. They have a small lot attached, but we ended up finding street parking. When we got in the building it was very crowded, lucky we had a reservation ready to go! Very popular spot and I can see why. The brunch was a classic, many vast offerings from sweet to savory. They had mimosas , Bloody Marys, etc. the coffee was also good - a huge plus. I got avocado toast with a poached egg on top, fruit and some sausage. My friend got grits and it was reportedly excellent! Our waitress was so sweet, she made us feel like friends and really made the experience feel way more personalized and caring. They were so busy, but food did not lag timing wise or lack with any flavor or taste. Atmosphere was busy but a good vibe. Overall, would definitely be back - but not on game day (I guess unless I'm going to the game) read more

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Went here on a Sunday for brunch. It was really busy, but the line was warranted with how good it was! I'm not a huge tater tot fan, but I thought the loaded tater tots were incredible. The BLT was pretty average, but the French fries were amazing. Great seasoning on them. It had a lot more seating than I thought it would from the outside. We sat on the patio and it was perfect for a nice sunny day read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Beignets Starter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Great food and great service. Reasonably priced. Nice ambiance. Would highly recommend.

We went for Mother's Day and it's a really cute space. The food was excellent and experience overall was good. The service was a bit slow. It took us almost an hour to get our food, but maybe that's because of how busy it was. I would go back again and maybe it was just our server that day. read more

Old country town feeling. Very welcoming, food was tasty, service was wonderful and the prices are reasonable read more

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Started my morning with a lavender Paloma because, apparently, I'm the kind of person who drinks tequila before noon now. It was on the sweeter side, but honestly, it was early -- coffee felt too responsible. Then came the main event: chicken with French toast bites. Let me just say... whoever came up with this combo deserves a raise and possibly a small monument. The chicken? Crispy perfection. The French toast bites? Golden, crunchy, and living their best life. The syrup tied it all together like a love story I didn't know I needed before 10 a.m. If you're hunting for a weekday brunch spot where you can justify day drinking and eat food that makes you want to high-five the chef, this is the place. Highly recommend -- just be prepared to question why you ever bothered making breakfast at home. read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Lavender Paloma - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This has become my favorite breakfast/brunch spot in the Charlotte area! From the flavored mixed drinks to the various French toast dishes and traditional sides, everything I've tried here has been a great choice, leading me to explore during each visit. Staff is knowledgeable about the items and always very courteous and patient while you're trying to decide what to order. The restaurant itself is not too small or big and the efficiency of the staff allows many patrons to come in and out even during high traffic times. It's located just a short way from Bank of America stadium with a lot of places nearby in the uptown area, and a stop here could easily kick off a great day of activity! read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Classic French Toast, Eggs à la carte, French Toast Bites Entree, Breakfast Potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place was really nice. We wanted brunch and somewhere we hadnt tried before. This place was near by and didnt have a wait. Parking is limited but we were able to find street parking near by. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by the hostess and the warm sunny interior. Everything looked amazing, so I got the Trifecta to sample a little bit of multiple things. I'm so glad I did because everything was good. Yet, if I were to rank them from best to good, it would be the chicken st. Charles, bayou shrimp, and then the egg cochon read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Bayou shrimp, egg cochon, chicken st. charles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I came with my best friend and we couldn't decide with eggs Benedict to get so we got all 5! I appreciate having the option to try multiple. Honestly I don't think we could've picked a favorite but the shrimp one since it's so unique. Super cute inside and the service was great. From one out of towner to another, definitely put this on your list! read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - The Trifecta (I already cut it up before I remembered to take a picture lol) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Came here because of the strong reviews and left pretty underwhelmed. The space is large with both indoor and outdoor seating, we chose to seat outside. The parking lot was full, but street parking was easy to find. I ordered the fried chicken with French toast bites. Unfortunately, both were bland and overcooked. The chicken was dry, and the French toast bites had potential but didn't deliver. Drinks were also just okay. The biggest concern was hygiene. I observed staff petting dogs and then handling food and opening doors without washing their hands, which was off-putting. I also ordered a biscuit that was supposed to come with butter, but it didn't. On top of that, several city and county taxes and fees were applied to the bill, a first for me so beware. Overall, this didn't live up to the hype. Between the food quality and hygiene concerns, I wouldn't return, though the space itself might appeal if you're just looking for a casual, dog-friendly hangout. read more

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In short: Nola style food that needs a bit more TLC. I came here on a Sunday with my son and two friends after a flight from Fort Lauderdale. It was a 45 min wait and the place was packed! Usually this is a good sign and the place will be amazing. Our table was called and we sat. The server was very friendly and personable with us. Ambiance is like a small restaurant in the French quarter. For starters we ordered the very berry beignets and they were delicious (or maybe we were starving!). We loved them so much that we went ahead and ordered a basket of plain ones. For my main... I had two different bennys (their most popular ones), the chicken st. Charles and Cochon. Both were overcooked were the egg was similar to a hard boiled egg. I've never seen this before. The chicken was good, biscuits it was on was okay.. but the dish was room temperature . My son had the bananas foster French toast and it was scrumptious. My friend's significant other had some type of Spanish dish with beans and he said his beans weren't cooked. Overall my experience was mediocre and I can't say I would come back because I don't live here. I would suggest going when it isn't busy and the kitchen can focus on the quality of the food it puts out. read more

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Honestly I was a little nervous because I wanted to be able to try the original location in NOLA to be able to compare! However, they were under renovations and we got to try it here in Charlotte! The diner is decorated so cute and breakfast here is great. I enjoyed my meal but I would recommend the bites being bigger pieces for better texture. The strawberries added the sweet it needed with the syrup! The chicken was also seasoned to perfection and my husband's meal was delicious too! read more

Tried the panackes this time and they were beautiful; the doughy taste but fluffy and perfectly moist. Waiter was kind as always when I come here, checking in often. Place remains clean and bright with the open windows around. Perfect place for brunch. read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Classic Buttermilk Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I'm super disappointed! I wanted to love this place but unfortunately it just didn't do it for me. Let me start with the good... The host Alex, was cool and affable! Later found out he was the district manager. Also, our server, LeRae, was nice and accommodating! Now for the food... 2 thumbs down! I don't know how they got such a high rating! Fellow Yelpers, you did me wrong with this one! Maybe, it was the time of day... We came at around 12:30 on a Saturday. IDK! Either way I was hugely disappointed! I ordered the Beignets and Fried Catfish and Grits with a side of eggs. Our server suggested the Pineapple Upside Down Beignets. I didn't want all that stuff on them and ordered the plain beignets. She suggested we get the pineapple sauce on the side. I said cool but was disappointed that it only came with 4 Beignets as the plain Beignet order came with 6. Either way they were just okay at best. My Catfish, Grits, and eggs were lukewarm at best. I can't stand when my food isn't hot! They took it back and brought me another order. The second time around was worse than the first because I got less food and my catfish and grits were still warm and the fish was so greasy I couldn't eat it. The Tasso cream sauce looked more like cold gravy. AND AGAIN IT WAS LUKEWARM AT BEST! The eggs were hot and the biscuit warm. So I just ate some of the eggs and the biscuit. When I explained this to Alex he said he would have them check the temperature of the fryers. They did give me a 20% discount. However, seeing as that I didn't eat it, they really should have comped it. But I didn't make a fuss! My son ordered a chicken sandwich that he said tasted pretty good but his fries were greasy and soggy. The server said that that was how their fries were prepared. She said they didn't make crispy fries. Lastly, my cup was dirty and I had to ask for a new cup. So, needless to say if I'm ever back in Charlotte, I will not visit this restaurant again. Having been to New Orleans, I can honestly say this restaurant was not a good representation of their awesome culinary scene! I spent $65 on food and $16 for parking and walked out still hungry! We ended up grabbing something from the restaurant next door! read more

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The French beignet dish. Wow. So fresh and hot , I was transported to Nawlins instantly. Thanks for that! The burger is not their speciality, it's too salty and I would not order it again. The speciality coffee latte is too sweet, but their water is cold and delicious. Very busy but on a Sunday late morning we got seated in 15 min as a party of 4. read more

In this restaurant, breakfast reigns supreme! There are all sorts of breakfast foods and some heavier meat and main dish items that make it more like lunch. All are well-prepared and delicious. The service is friendly and helpful in selecting from the wide menu. It is a large, crowded family restaurant in a very hip area of downtown Charlotte. It's very popular on weekends. Go hungry, but not too hungry, as you may have a significant wait. read more

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I usually leave great reviews about this place because I've always had great experiences but today was sooo different. When we first arrived, we told the host we were with Yelp Elites and she asked us our names to put us on the waitlist. We waited about 45 minutes for our table which was okay because it's Sunday so we knew it would be packed. When we finally sat down we told the server that we were with Yelp elite so that we could confirm the items that we were suppose to get. The server left to get the checklist to check our names off. The server then comes back to the table and tells us we can't get the elite items because our names were already checked off. We tried explaining that it's impossible for our names to be checked off because we had not been there. She got the manager and the manager was sooo rude to us. She was not trying to hear us or listen to what we had to say. Its like she thought we were lying or something. She made a big seen and it was very embarrassing. Other severs kept coming out of the kitchen staring at us as if we were in the wrong. We ended up leaving without getting anything because of how rude she was. I will not be returning to this location because this was humiliating and I've never experienced something like this at a Yelp event. This was very unfortunate because this used to be one of my favorite places. read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Sweet heat style fried chicken sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

It was a Sunday football day visit so we waited 30-40 minutes for a table. BUT it was worth it. I had the breakfast tacos add bacon and my partner had the omelette. Service was great. Food was special! No adult beverages were had but the menu looked robust ! Ambiance was great- lots of football friends and church friends. read more

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Tasha was our server and she was prompt, personable, and she communicated throughout. The food took a bit longer than expected but we were updated and checked on during the time frame. All plates came out perfectly except for the eggs, which were cold. However Tasha got some eggs quickly and they were delicious! Will come again! read more

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Came to celebrate my birthday. Had a party of 8 + a 9 week old and joined the Yelp waitlist, worked out great only had to wait about 10 minutes once we arrived to be seated. Didn't take a photo of the beignets, I've had them at Ruby sunshine before, normally they are incredible. This time they were honestly just ok - they were pretty flat and didn't get a very good rise. I mean, you can't go wrong with fried dough and powdered sugar so my family absolutely ate them all, but we have had better. The avocado toast however was fantastic, it was so unique and was more than just avocado smashed on some bread. still thinking about it!! read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Had such a great brunch at Ruby Sunshine in Charlotte! Our server Tasha was seriously the best. super friendly, funny, and clearly knew her stuff. She gave us a couple of solid recommendations, and we trusted her all the way. I went with the Sweet Heat Chicken and French Toast Bites, which was basically crispy fried chicken on top of fried French toast bites with strawberries and hot honey. 4/5 there since I needed more strawberries to balance out all the heaviness. My friend tried the Cinnamon Pancakes, also a Tasha pick, and they were so sweet in that "this is basically dessert and I'm not mad about it" kind of way. We started with the mimosa flight, which came out super fast. Gotta say, the green one tasted like jolly ranchers but the rest were really good and fun to try. All in all, the food was fire, the vibes were good, and Tasha made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend asking for her if you go! read more

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Food and service are amazing here. Lots of options on the menu but the chicken and French toast were unique and DELICIOUS read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Chicken Sweet Heat Chicken & French Toast Bites - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

First: ask for KIAHRA!! She is THE BEST! She made the experience great!! We are there on April 12, 2025. The food was very good!! I was so pleased that EVERYTHING we ordered was seasoned perfectly, portions perfect, vibes PERFECT!! The flights were on point and because they have it, I had the Irish coffee! YUMMI! We sat outside (no my favorite thing to do) but it was too chilly for bugs! Dining inside had an INCREDIBLE wait. The one thing I must warn you about: the dogs. People are allowed to bring their pets to the patio. We were fine until fur started flying from the owner calming her dog from an interaction with another dog that was on the patio. Thankfully we were done eating for the most part. Great space, parking is tight and be aware of creating a spot! You will get a ticket. Be mindful that there are two businesses sharing the connected lot. There is a garage nearby as well. I found a great spot on the side street. Try getting a reservation if you go on the weekend because it gets crowded FAST. We love KIAHRA!!!! read more

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The wait time is ridiculous when u have a reservation. They tell u 30 mins and you wait over an hour and get rushed to eat. The pancakes came out cold. Remade they were just okay no crispy edge. The platter wasn't worth the money. The mimosas was okay. Champagne need to be chilled. It was just okay.... read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Out-of-Towners from California here, trying Ruby Sunshine for the first time. The mister and I were looking for a breakfast/brunch spot to satisfy our hunger before leaving Charlotte. We were fascinated by the variety of menu items at Ruby Sunshine and decided to try them out - especially for their pancakes and french toast options. (Besides, how can you say 'no' to a restaurant that pays homage to New Orleans?) We were immediately greeted by Tasha, who seated us fairly quickly afterwards. The mister ended up getting the Ruby Fried Chicken sandwich with hot honey glaze, while I opted for the White Chocolate Bread Pudding pancakes. We also ordered a side of Pig-Candy Bacon Bites, and paired the food with coffee and boozy iced coffee. We can't rave enough about the flavors here. My pancakes were made perfectly - fluffy and not overly sweet from the white chocolate. The bacon bites had just the right amount of sweetness, saltiness, crispiness, and juiciness. The fried chicken in the Ruby Fried Chicken sandwich was cooked to perfection - made with "genuine southern fried chicken" according to the mister. Don't be fooled by the pictures - they don't skimp on the portions either. You'll leave full and satisfied, without feeling stuffed. We were also beginning to understand the meaning of "Southern Hospitality". Tasha, our server, made sure that our food was excellent and our requests were met. As for the ambiance, the decor made you feel like you were walking into a part of New Orleans. We actually left the restaurant feeling like we just had a great meal from a long lost relative from NOLA. Thank you Tasha and the rest of the staff for a great first experience!! We can't wait to come back the next time we're in Charlotte!! read more

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Very popular spot especially as we attended on a Sunday. Babe made a reservation so as we got there we had no wait.... Thank god. I've been to the NOLA location and had takeout from this location before so I was excited to dine in. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu which helped us out on the drinks. I loved the ambiance of the place. I was admiring every detail I had to point out the light fixtures to my fiancé. Food was great and yes I will return when I'm back in Charolette. read more

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Wednesday morning outside on the patio. Weather was cool and refreshing in pretty Charlotte nc. Service was especially good and welcoming. They were also happy to accommodate Lexi. The Spanish omelette was very good and very large but I ate it all. As well as the bowl of grits and buttery biscuit. The breakfast tacos were excellent. The southern breakfast of eggs and bacon was very good. The beignets were to die for served with a cream cheesy and fruit dip. Very highly recommend. read more

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I really had high hopes for this restaurant as the reviews were high and the wait was long. It was truly a disappointing experience. The eggs on my bennies were overcooked as well as the French toast. The were as hard as croutons. The worst part was actually paying attention to the food preparation. Once I looked up and saw the kitchen grabbing bacon and fries with the same gloves that they were doing other things with I was done. The manager said it is acceptable because they use a towel with sanitizing liquid. Never again... read more

These were the best beignets. The banana pudding beignets had just the right amount of sweetness, creaminess, and density. I have been randomly my craving a biscuit for quite a while. In all my years, I have NEVER had a biscuit this good. This is the best biscuit I have ever had in my life. The fluffiness , the subtle salt in the flour, oh yes. I would go back for the biscuits alone. The fried green tomato was tasty, but that remoulade send its over the moon. Introducing REMOULADE THE STAR. I am typically not a remoulade girlie, and prefer tartar sauce, but this remoulade had zip! I fought the burger to ask for some to take back home. I woman must have some decorum, lol. Even though she was busy, the bartender was chatty. I Definitely liked talking to her. It's also awesome that they will accommodate modifications and a la carte items. That comes in handy when you have allergies. read more

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Had very high expectations for a southern breakfast, especially after a 45 minute wait to be seated. Beignets were deflated, hard and cold, like they just had a bowl sitting under a heat lamp. Hollandaise seemed broken and gritty. Service was wonderful as was the hostess and the atmosphere was lively and bright in a rainy day, however we wouldn't return for the food. read more

Ruby Sunshine Charlotte Southend - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina