She Hustles: Women-Owned Businesses

There’s no better time to celebrate the female entrepreneurship that thrives in the Queen City. From crafting unique dining and sipping opportunities, to creating innovative retail and service experiences, industrious women are shaping Charlotte’s economy and community.

Enterprising Restaurateurs

Filling hearts and bellies is a complicated business. The women running these eateries show that they have the passion, hospitality and skills to make their restaurants successful.

• Abugida Ethiopian Cafe & Restaurant – Plaza Midwood

• The Artisan’s Palate – NoDa

• Day & Night Exotic Cereal Bar – Uptown

• The Dumpling Lady – Optimist Park

• Enat Ethiopian Restaurant – Plaza Midwood, Optimist Park

• It’s Poppin! Gourmet Kettle Corn – Uptown

• Lang Van – East Charlotte

• The Mother Earth Group – Uptown, Dilworth

• Orrman’s Cheese Shop – Uptown

• Papi’s Puerto Rican Cuisine – University City

• Salud Cerveceria - NoDa

• Sanctuary Bistro – South Charlotte

Inspired Bakers

The owners of these bakeries have all been influenced and inspired by special people in their lives. That’s why they put their whole hearts into every treat they create.

• Batch House – West Charlotte

• Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop – Huntersville

• Jazzy’s Cheesecakes - Northlake, Huntersville, University

• Wentworth & Fenn – Camp North End

Ingenious Drink-Makers

Grabbing a drink isn’t just about the libation – atmosphere matters as much as refreshment. Whether it’s a coffee shop, wine shop or brewery, the ladies in charge at these hot spots welcome everyone with a fine beverage and cool vibes.

• Archive CLT – West Charlotte

• Davidson Wine Co. – Davidson

• Pilot Brewing – Plaza Midwood

• Smelly Cat Coffeehouse & Roastery – NoDa

• Starlight on 22nd - Optimist Park

• Summit Seltzer – Wesley Heights

Influential Retailers

When it comes to women-run retail, the variety of choices is vast. Each of these shops showcase the unique style and offerings of the women behind the merchandise.

• Betty by Moxie – Plaza Midwood

• Boris & Natasha – Plaza Midwood

• Cactus Club – Plaza Midwood

• Charlotte Collective – SouthEnd

• CLT Find – Uptown, Dilworth

• Dupp&Swat - Camp North End

• East 8th Vintage – Elizabeth

• House of Nomad – SouthPark

• Girl Tribe – South End, Huntersville, SouthPark

• Good Earth Essentials – South End

• Good Postage – North Charlotte

• Grow: A Plant Shop – Camp North End

• Moxie Mercantile – Plaza Midwood

• Moxie Huddle – Matthews

• PonyBox – Plaza Midwood

• Pura Vida Worldly Art – NoDa

• That’s Novel – North Charlotte

• Thirty-One Jane – Plaza Midwood

Innovative Teachers

Learning a new craft, skill or technique can be daunting, but there’s no need to worry. The professionals below are here to teach you best methods for handling silks or ingredients, cocktails or childcare.

• Aerial CLT – Uptown

• AR Workshop – Myers Park, Pineville, Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Waxhaw

• The Authentic Nest – Plaza Midwood

• Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen – LoSo

• The Cocktailery – South End

• Lip ‘N Pour – East Charlotte

• SkillPop – North Charlotte

Experiential Service Providers

The journey towards healthy minds, bodies, souls and surroundings doesn’t have to be lonely or arduous. It can be fun and energetic, informative or relaxing when these leaders are here to guide the way.

• Charlotte NC Tours, Charlotte Joy Rides, Intown Charlotte e-Delivery Service – Uptown

• Charlotte Fit – North Charlotte

• Hilliard Studio Method – Myers Park

• Issa Vibe – Charlotte Region

• Khali Yoga Center - NoDa

• Mimosa Nail Bar - NoDa

• Mood House – Dilworth

• Southern Blossom Florist - South End

• Work for Your Beer – Charlotte Region