What a great place this was. Best food hall I've ever been to. This was definitely a foodie…read moreexperience. I went to Botiwalla. I wrote a separate review for that one, which was out of your mind amazing, and when I come back, there are so many other places I have to try. There's an Italian place that makes noodles from scratch every day, so that's my goal for the next visit. My husband had a Cuban sandwich, and he said that was the best he's ever had. Everywhere there was great, comfortable seating with beautiful hanging boho plants that just gave a nice natural and calm touch to the environment.

While visiting the Carolina's at the start of 2026, we decided to do a short day trip to Charolette…read moreand ended up at Optimist Hall. As a New Yorker we have our share of markets/food halls and OH fits the familiar script, with a slightly smaller footprint than what I've experienced. What never seems to change is that securing seating can be a challenge because all spots are "prime" real estate and the abundance of choices is an indecisive person's nightmare. Nonetheless, to all the foodies at heart those are just minor details for mere mortals... lol. We managed to grab a larger enough table and everyone circled until we made our individual choices and then returned to our central meeting spot to break bread and indulge in all of our finds. We enjoyed several of the eateries we experienced and I was particularly intrigued by the plant store (albeit kinda pricey). Return is a no brainer especially for the places that were most memorable. Just A Note: Parking is not free, payment is required. Please not depending on the time of day it can be crowded so securing a spot will require patience.

I REALLY liked the uniqueness of this place! Strong Asian influence - practically everything- but…read morethere are some non-Asian things, too. It's part gift shop, part grocery and part food hall. I was amazed at how many little gumball-style vending machines they had all lined up together with different toys inside. The whole gift shop grocery area was so fun to look at! ....loved my Korean corn dog coated in Hot Cheetos from Crispy Patty and my Cuban sandwich from El Dorado. My friend got miso pasta from the place next to Crispy Patty and enjoyed it and she got a tanghulu (candied fruit skewer) that she Brought home to share with her family - she said it tasted like a candied apple. ...it was a fun visit!

I love a good food hall and urban district market did not disappoint! It has such a cool vibe with…read morefood stalls, a small convenience store and gachopon machines! There are so many good food options here! My favorite is stuffed, there have all types of dumplings! And Bop Bop doing a spin on traditional Korean food! I have had the make my own bimbap from Bop Bop and it's delicious! There are so many vegetables and proteins you can add to make the perfect bowl for you. 10/10 Also have tried the chili edamame from Stuffed. It was a bit too spicy for me since they've changed the original recipe but still good. 8/10 And I have had a variety of dumplings from here as well that were all delicious.

Stopped in at this open air cocktail lounge outside of the food court. Fun spot to grab a drink,…read moresocialize or people watch. Wife had an espresso martini perfectly mixed. I changed it up and had a mezcal old fashioned. Bartender killed it! Love the smokiness of the mezcal and a silky smooth cocktail all around. We were there for over an hour which seemed like 10 minutes. Just a fun overall scene, casual and right on the main strip in Uptown Charlotte.

Good/easy place to get dinner before a show at the Belk Theater (across the street). The vendors…read morehave swapped out a bit and there is still a wide variety of options that make it super easy for large groups to meet, drink, eat.... and go to a show. All the staffers and the food stalls are super friendly... I know the "prime" location of this market and probably operating costs results in higher prices passed onto customers, but I am glad this is uptown and hopefully they stick around for a while. Looks like they have event space (upstairs), but like my fellow yelpers, please go and review the food stalls individually - overall they all share the responsibility of the clean up of all the tables and the space (which have always been super clean when I've been). My favorite spot is the sushi spot here... the bar (and the employees) are a nice hang out spot (they have TVs to watch sports) or if you are like me, and super nosy.... I just people watch ;)

This place is an asian food court attached to the Super G grocery store. Surprisingly, the ambiance…read morewas modern and chic. Not what you would expect from an asian food court at all! It was clean and there was plenty of room for families. There were about a dozen food stalls here with food choices thatbspan the Asian world. You want Lao food? You got it! Filipino food? Of course! Sushi? Chinese noodles? Chinese BBQ? KOREAN? Yup you can have it all! My wife and I tried food from three stalls and I'm not going to lie, there was not one disappointing bite. A lot of thr stalls have self-service kiosks too, so ordering is easy if you need pictures. The only small gripe is that everything is a tad on the expensive side for asian food. Is it worth it? For the selection and convenience... yes, totally.

Alley 51! The food…read moreoptions are unlimited if you are a fan for Asian cuisine this is the spot to choose from Thai to Japanese... there are desert, street food and much more! The service is always quick and all operate similarly with giving you a device that will ring and vibrate when your food is ready for pick up- rather that is to go or to eat in. The ambience is very cool surrounded by art in the walls and decor that feels like you are outside in a food fair. My daughter and I live coming here ordering 3 different things and having that be our weekend meals. Also it's great that is adjacent to an international supermarket that you can do some shopping.

What a cool spot! I just discovered this place last weekend when I was trying to go to a Resident…read moreCulture to pick up a couple of their Cumulo drinks. I parked in the garage connected to the shops and they validate here for 2 hours with purchase. Lots of nice vendors here - pizza, ice cream, resident culture, specialty cheese, and a couple boutique stalls. I will definitely be back for the pizza and ice cream, pizza smelled great and the ice cream looked delicious. I found the drinks I was looking for at Resident Culture. I think they are a bit more expensive here, maybe because of the location. But service was fast and friendly and I'm looking forward to coming back when I have more time to hang out! @azfitfoodfun

This is a public food hall with a couple different food Vendors. To be exact 2 sold food, 1 was a…read moretie dying station, 2 only sold alcohol, and the rest sold sweets. This food hall is small and doesn't offer free parking you're looking at $10-$17 depending on when you go. The restrooms were not the best but usable. Over all I would give the food hall itself a 2 but what food I got from a vender really increased it. Chop Chop Red Pot- The lady was super nice and very professional when answering all our questions. Service was 5 out of 5 Food was on the pricy side Kids grilled cheese $10 it's bland but for kids 4 out of 5 BBQ pulled pork $12 nice BBQ sauce and loved the bun 5 out of 5 Smashed burger $15 kinda messy very saucy 4 out of 5 There are no sides but the taste was well done but I can't say it was worth the price. Chop Chop would get a 4 out of 5 Bringing 7th street food hall to 3 out of 5 total.

We're visiting from Miami and a friend suggested we check out Camp North End because they thought…read morewe'd love it... wow. What an experience. The vibes are everywhere. Food, music, kids running around, games, activities, there's so much going on and the place is HUGE. Someone told me it's around 700 acres and honestly, it felt like it. We got there a little later in the day so a lot of the stores had already closed, which was the only downside. Definitely gives you a reason to come back because there was clearly so much more to explore. We'll absolutely be returning next time we're in town.

This seems to be an attempt to be an outdoor version of Optimist hall. Lots of small food, coffee,…read morebar and shops that are connected via outside walks. It does not seem to have the popularity of optimist hall yet, but it is a good concept. We got coffee here and tried later that evening to get ice cream, but most everything closed up fairly early. There seemed to be bars and entertainment areas but we did not have the time to try those out. This is a cool set up and worth checking out

Review for Charlotte Premium Outlets…read more After relocating to Charlotte from the San Francisco Bay Area, I've kept my same philosophy about shopping: retail prices are optional if you're willing to do a little homework. I'm always looking for quality and value without paying unnecessary markups, and this outlet center has been a very reliable place to find both. I needed professional clothing, shoes, and luggage for work, so I made the drive out here--and I found everything I needed in one trip. One of my best purchases was a beautiful piece of luggage from Travelpro at a great price. Many of the stores also offer additional discounts if you sign up for their rewards programs, which can make the savings even better. Stores I frequent most: * Banana Republic * J.Crew * Ann Taylor * LOFT * Saks Off 5th * Old Navy (very large location with great basics) * Le Creuset -- always fun to browse, even if just window shopping If you have the time to look carefully and shop strategically, you can really find high-quality items here at excellent prices. My personal shopping strategy: * I avoid weekends whenever possible * I park near the Saks entrance, especially along the back row where it's easier to remember where you parked * I shop during off-hours for a calmer, more efficient experience Parking overall is plentiful, and the layout is easy to navigate once you learn your preferred entry point. Another thing I appreciate is the atmosphere. In my experience, the staff across stores have been knowledgeable, polite, and helpful. The overall vibe feels practical and approachable--people are there to shop, not to show off. There are also plenty of restaurants and fast-casual options nearby, so it can easily become a full outing. If you're planning a larger shopping trip, using store hold or will-call services can be a smart way to keep your purchases secure while you continue browsing. As someone who pays attention to value and cost of living, I've found shopping in North Carolina--and the Southeast in general--to be refreshingly affordable compared to the West Coast. That difference alone makes places like this especially worthwhile. Bottom line: Easy parking, strong value, and a wide selection of reliable brands. If you shop strategically and avoid peak times, this outlet center can be a very productive and enjoyable place to find quality items at fair prices.

I don't really think of this as an outlet mall because the prices aren't cheaper than premium…read moremalls. However, I do like the variety of stores and in my case the only osh kosh and carter kids clothing stores in the area. There are multiple parking lots so finding a space has never been an issue. I came during thanksgiving/christmas and the decorations are very nice. They have signage for a variety of holiday events happening (pics of your dog and Santa etc). There is a food court, shake shack, and Starbucks. My kids love the small play structure. It is very small and probably only entertaining for kids 4 and younger. I appreciate the clean bathrooms inside the food court- especially the family restrooms which has a small toilet for kids.

Let me just say! There's something for everyone on this incredible menu! We had been here once…read morebefore and I had the curry ramen-- it was so good we wanted to come back to try something new. This place is huge and the ambiance is great! The service was good as well we dined on the patio. We ordered tapa style, shared plates so we could have as much as possible! The twice fried Korean chicken? Amazing!! I recommend this method! Everything was AMAZING! I will say the Karaage comes with a side of mayo with a spice topped on it. Personally, I'm not dipping chicken in pure mayo and a siracha mayo would liven this dish up! The coconut shrimp looks underwhelming but the taste is delicious! The spring rolls taste so fresh and the roti is WORTH a few orders!! We will be back again!

My bf and I stopped here after a run around downtown checking out the murals. We were hungry and…read morealways ready for Asian food. We knew we had to adjust our expectations being from the Bay Area and the food landed just about where we expected. The service and vibe was awesome! We were here on a day the weather was just right and were able to enjoy an early supper outside. We ordered roti, fried rice (subbed tofu for egg) and the veg Buddha Belly dish. Everything was decent and we had plenty leftover for lunch the next day. The service was fantastic and we really enjoyed our conversation with the server.

There's a few places to eat here and a cigar lounge that looks cool. Other than that..... don't…read moreplan your day around this place. It's dirty, half empty, and I'm surprised the tenants there make any money. This review IS NOT a reflection of the individual businesses. If you see a restaurant in this area that looks good to you, please try it. Just don't plan on spending time at the EpiCentre itself.

Enjoyed walking through the EpiCentre of Charlotte. It was a beautiful day. Definitely recommend…read moreadding to a day outing.