Neighborhoods
Lower South End
Where trendy eateries and award-winning breweries have bolstered a rapidly expanding social scene.
EXPLORE LOWER SOUTH END
Once a patchwork of underutilized industrial buildings and half-forgotten strip malls, Lower South End has quickly evolved into a vibrant and highly sought-after restaurant, brewery and entertainment district. Through purposeful renovation, intentional new construction and ease of accessibility to the LYNX Scaleybark Station, Lower South End (LoSo) has rapidly grown into a hotspot for visitors and residents alike to discover food, drink and social activities to fit every lifestyle.
Arts & Culture
Tucked into an unpretentious shopping center, Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte (CATCH) entertains and educates through its hilarious and affordable improv shows and classes. Audience participation is encouraged, but not required.
A highlight of Lower South End’s growing entertainment district, Goldie’s is the neighborhood’s only venue focused on providing live music daily. Goldie’s hosts musicians that appeal to lovers of all types of music, ensuring “good vibes and good vibrations” that lead to a great time.
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Eat & Drink
There is no shortage of tasty eateries in Lower South End, from high end to fast casual. McKoy’s Smokehouse and Saloon offers scratch-made recipes, using locally sourced meats and vegetables. State of Confusion serves up Peruvian, Latin and Cajun food with a Southern twist. The Charlotte legend, Phat Burrito, reopened with its classic oversized burritos, quesadillas and tacos. And Romeo’s Vegan Burgers melds flavorful, plant-based burgers, fries and shakes with a convenient drive-thru experience.
There’s no slack in Lower South End’s drink scene either, whether it's caffeinated or fermented. For a quick caffeine fix, Burr & Berry Coffee offers walk-up service for its specialty coffee drinks. Red Clay Ciderworks creates small batch craft hard ciders, while Weathered Souls brews craft beer amid a community of inclusivity. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery and Gilde Brewery honor German traditions in each brewery’s ales and food, while the variety of beers and ciders available at Brewers at 4001 Yancey will appeal to a wide range of guests’ palates.
Things to Do
The hottest trend in sports has come to Lower South End. Rally Pickleball has created a social community centered on indoor and outdoor courts, classes, league participation and lounges, anchored by a full kitchen and bar.
Stay
Staying in Lower South End is easy and convenient, with its variety of hotel options and close proximity to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Clarion Hotel Airport & Conference Center offers visitors unique guest room configurations, free airport shuttle service, an on-site restaurant and lounge, and a seasonal outdoor pool and fitness center.
Nestled near the trendy South End neighborhood, Sonesta Charlotte puts you steps from famed historical and cultural landmarks, local farmers’ markets, and popular shops and bars.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndam Charlotte Airport hotel is undergoing renovations. Guests will benefit from the amenities they’ve come to expect from Wyndham, such as comfortable rooms, well-equipped business center, large meeting space and an updated dining experience.
