INSPIRING, UNIQUE, CREATIVE
What was once a manufacturing site for Model T cars, and assembling Hercules missiles, has now been transformed into a hub for some of the city’s most innovative businesses. Camp North End, located a few miles away from Uptown, officially opened in 2017 and is now home to over 50 tenants with more popping up.
Camp North End
By Morning
Work up an appetite with a drop-in class at You Vs. Yourself, a semi-private fitness gym. You can expect to burn some calories at one of the group trainings, whether you’re a beginner or professional athlete.
If you prefer coffee as your pick-me-up, make your way to HEX Coffee to sip on a latte or cold brew. Add in a few baked goods, like a sweet tea snack cake or Carolina berry tart, at gourmet bakery, Wentworth & Fenn.
Camp North End
By Afternoon
Get an up-close look at some of Charlotte’s artists in action by visiting the on-site galleries. BlkMrktClt and DUPP&SWAT are both Black-owned studios that feature original works from local artists. Windy O’Connor Art and Home is a contemporary art and home decor studio where you can often see the artist herself at work.
Grab lunch at one of the walk-up stands, such as Bleu Barn Bistro, a farm-to-table concept; La Caseta, Latin American street food; Plant Joy, vegan-friendly fare made with locally sourced ingredients; and Saru by Bow Ramen, serving Japanese ramen. There is seating and picnic tables along the walkway to enjoy your lunch.
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Camp North End
By Evening
Before dinner, grab a local craft beer from Free Range Brewing or frozen cocktail from the tropical-themed NoDa Company Canteen. A trip to the food stalls is always a great choice for dinner, but if you’re looking for a sit-down restaurant, make your way to Leah & Louise. This modern juke joint, serving up Southern classics, is a culinary concept from James Beard-nominated chef Greg Collier and his wife, Subrina.
After your main meal, grab a refreshing customizable gelato pop on a stick at Popbar. As you enjoy your treat, browse the local retail shops to pick up a few goodies to take home. Stop by MacFly Fresh for your screen printing needs and pre-printed tees. Good Postage sells everything from greeting cards to stickers. Grab a few new reads from That’s Novel Books, a used bookstore that also features new books written by Charlotte authors.