Neighborhoods
South End
Where historic roots give way to trendy attractions
SOUTH END
Situated just outside of Uptown, linked by the LYNX Blue Line light rail, South End is a vibrant and bustling destination rooted in history and poised for the future. The area dates back to the discovery of gold, on what is now West Morehead Street, in the 1800s. Since then, South End has entered another era of growth and possibility, guided by innovation, creativity and a community of those eager to partake.
Arts & Culture
A South End staple, Charlotte artist Evelyn Henson’s Confetti Hearts Wall mural adorns the alleyway of the historic Design Center of the Carolinas which once housed Nebel’s Knitting. This former textile hub is now the site of Nebel’s Alley Night Market, a monthly pop up featuring local vendors.
A showroom for fine glass art and paintings, Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art is home to works from local and national artists, showcasing a variety of themes meant to invoke contemplation of both the past and present. Artists like Dammit Wesley and Davita Galloway are among those to have exhibited work in this highly curated gallery.
Eat & Drink
Restaurants, bakeries and bars have shaped the landscape of South End, thanks to a litany of chefs and purveyors creating inventive yet approachable cuisine. Global influences inspire the menu of PARA, Yunta showcases Peruvian gastronomy and the flavors of Tuscany are found at Indaco. Seoul Food Meat Co. features Korean-fusion barbecue with a bar menu serving soju and spike kombucha, perfect for enjoying in the accompanying karaoke rooms.
Craft beer has a faithful following in South End, with Charlotte Beer Garden holding the first-place spot for Best Beer Garden in the U.S. by USA Today’s 10Best. Triple C Brewing Company started the South End beer boom in 2012, with fan favorites like Lenny Boy Brewing following suit. Suffolk Punch Brewing serves breakfast to dinner from its flagship location and Sycamore Brewing’s expansive taproom offers a four-in-one concept where you can also enjoy brunch.
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Outdoors & Adventure
A walk down the Rail Trail makes for an enjoyable stroll of taking in the sights of South End. Many restaurants reside steps away from this on-foot thoroughfare, and murals are found both underfoot and alongside area businesses.
Shop & Do
Shopping is central in South End. Boutiques lining the streets include Girl Tribe Co., filled with feminine fashion for all styles; 704 Shop, specializing in Charlotte-themed gear; Glory Days, providing sportswear for fashion-forward fans; and Charlotte Collective, a storefront of goods from local makers.
Atherton Mill & Market has developed into a thriving dining and retail destination housed in the historic 1892 Atherton Cotton Mills. Plaques guide guests through a detailed history of the space along the halls winding to The Cocktailery, a beverage boutique specializing in home-bar essentials; Savory Spice Shop, a must for cooks of all calibers; and other retailers like Free People, Anthropologie, Bonobos and Boem.
Teams of players gather at Pins Mechanical Co. for drinks and duckpin bowling, while Puttery’s two-course indoor mini golf puts a modern spin on a favorite pastime. Rooftop views, lively music and DJ-led dance parties make RSVP South End a coveted club for cocktails and a full night out.
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Stay
The modern design of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte - South End, the neighborhood’s sole hotel, is a perfect match for the area’s ambiance and provides lodging in walking distance to the restaurants, galleries and boutiques in Charlotte’s South End.