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Tips List

1. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: BEER, Smelly Cat has Craft beer!!!!!

2. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: This cat smells good.

3. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

tiff h.tiff holbrook: Get to know the baristas, they're awesome.

NoDa-here is one of Tips List.

4. NoDa-here

36th Street (N Davidson Street), Charlotte, NC
Arts and Entertainment · North Charlotte · 4 tips and reviews
Heist Brewery is one of Tips List.

5. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Chef Rob Makes the kitchen his Bi***!!!! Food is Ridiculous and will make you stupid. Beer cheese, do it. Award winning Bloody Mary and session beers. AWESOME.

Cabo Fish Taco is one of Tips List.

6. Cabo Fish Taco

8.7
3201 N Davidson St (at E 35th St), Charlotte, NC
Taco Restaurant · North Charlotte · 186 tips and reviews
Cabo Fish Taco is one of Tips List.

7. Cabo Fish Taco

8.7
3201 N Davidson St (at E 35th St), Charlotte, NC
Taco Restaurant · North Charlotte · 186 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: yum. line out the door.. always... but the table turn around is super fast and the food is worth it..

Fu's Custom Tattoos is one of Tips List.

8. Fu's Custom Tattoos

8.7
3200 N Davidson St (at 32nd St.), Charlotte, NC
Tattoo Parlor · North Charlotte · 14 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Hayley Lakeman. Amazing. I like staring in the front window and watching them tatto whoever is directly there. thats fun.

NoDa Historic Arts District is one of Tips List.

9. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: They serve food and adult beverages around here. That's cool.

JackBeagle's is one of Tips List.

10. JackBeagle's

9.0
3213 N Davidson St (btwn 35th St. & 36th St.), Charlotte, NC
Sports Bar · North Charlotte · 64 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: their food will make you stoopid. Craft beer is here. burger, hot dog... yum

Solstice Tavern is one of Tips List.

11. Solstice Tavern

7.4
3221 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 40 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: beer and a kick a** patio. Its HUGE!

Smelly Cat Coffeehouse is one of Tips List.

12. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: We came here every morning last year, even the morning of our wedding.. The baristas are some of the sweetest people we have ever met. Great local atmosphere:)

Sanctuary is one of Tips List.

13. Sanctuary

8.0
501 E 36th St (N. Davidson), Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 20 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: yea.........

Salud Beer Shop is one of Tips List.

14. Salud Beer Shop

9.5
3306 N Davidson St Unit B, Charlotte, NC
Beer Garden · North Charlotte · 31 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Craft beer you cannot find is here. The weird beer, the fun beer, the good beer and the bad beer but you still buy because its rare & limited edition beer. Cool watering hole. Love this joint.

the Dog Bar is one of Tips List.

15. the Dog Bar

7.5
3307 N Davidson St (at E 36th St), Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 15 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: top 3 places in Charlotte to go

the Dog Bar is one of Tips List.

16. the Dog Bar

7.5
3307 N Davidson St (at E 36th St), Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 15 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: have some fun and bring your cat.

Birdsong Brewing Co. is one of Tips List.

17. Birdsong Brewing Co.

8.9
1016 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Brewery · Optimist Park · 67 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Jalapeno!!!!

18. Amelie's French Bakery

8.8
2424 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Bakery · Villa Heights · 314 tips and reviews
NoDa Brewing Company - The OG is one of Tips List.

19. NoDa Brewing Company - The OG

9.2
2229 N Davidson St (E 26th St), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · Optimist Park · 54 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Outrageous beer, friendly staff and free smiles, sometimes hugs. running group on Wed is super fun.

Big Cheese is one of Tips List.

20. Big Cheese

Charlotte, NC
Moving Target · 6 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Must like yellow

21. Knipt Salon

536 W 10th St, Charlotte, NC
Hair Salon · Fourth Ward · 4 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Go see Maria. She is amazing. Get your hair cut here. For weddings, color, trims or something you would need a hair done did for. She is the best:-)

22. Knipt Salon

536 W 10th St, Charlotte, NC
Hair Salon · Fourth Ward · 4 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Maria is stylish, kind, knows what she is doing and is upfront with you about your hair. Educator, professional, available for weddings... She is awesome. Go see her. Now.get your hair did w/Maria

23. The Blind Pig

7.7
453 E 36th St (at Davidson St), Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 32 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: No pigs. Not one. Came here for BBQ. Real disappointed. Giant Jenga was fun.

Buffalo Exchange is one of Tips List.

24. Buffalo Exchange

6.8
1521 Central Ave (west of The Plaza), Charlotte, NC
Vintage and Thrift Store · Plaza Midwood · 15 tips and reviews
Nova's Bakery is one of Tips List.

25. Nova's Bakery

1511 Central Ave (@ Pecan), Charlotte, NC
Bakery · Plaza Midwood · 20 tips and reviews

26. Buffalo Exchange

6.8
1521 Central Ave (west of The Plaza), Charlotte, NC
Vintage and Thrift Store · Plaza Midwood · 15 tips and reviews

James S.James Stout: Don't get ripped off

Buffalo Exchange is one of Tips List.

27. Buffalo Exchange

6.8
1521 Central Ave (west of The Plaza), Charlotte, NC
Vintage and Thrift Store · Plaza Midwood · 15 tips and reviews

Ashley R.Ashley Reid: Say what's up to Roby

28. Buffalo Exchange

6.8
1521 Central Ave (west of The Plaza), Charlotte, NC
Vintage and Thrift Store · Plaza Midwood · 15 tips and reviews

tara l.tara loversidge-nixon: Sadly, a bit overpriced. I would never pay 20 bucks for used shorts, I.dont cane HOW fancy they used to be.

29. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Owners are incredible. Solid down to earth& good people. Caring about NoDa & the people in it. Supporting the cat is huge in supporting where you make your home. Will happily support this business.

Tupelo Honey is one of Tips List.

30. Tupelo Honey

8.7
12 College St, Asheville, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Asheville · 239 tips and reviews

31. NoDa-here

36th Street (N Davidson Street), Charlotte, NC
Arts and Entertainment · North Charlotte · 4 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Heart of the district. The direct center

32. Salud Beer Shop

9.5
3306 N Davidson St Unit B, Charlotte, NC
Beer Garden · North Charlotte · 31 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Sweet pirate hookers, the beef jerky makes you wanna slap yo mamma it's so good. High quality beer selection and owner knows his stuff. Fun hang out, in NoDa. Craft beer, craft beer, & more craft beer

33. Dolce Vita

3205 N Davidson St #105 (at 36th St), Charlotte, NC
Bar · North Charlotte · 13 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Bathroom is upstairs and to the left. 3rd door on the right.

The Ponderosa (Harper) is one of Tips List.

34. The Ponderosa (Harper)

188 Ponderosa Cir, Mooresville, NC
Lake · No tips or reviews

35. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: It's NoDa. Take a picture and go home.

Hartigan's Irish Pub is one of Tips List.

36. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

37. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Panthers, charity events, pudding wrestling, DJ Betty, Roxy's karaoke... Best Irish pub in Charlotte !

Hippity Home is one of Tips List.

38. Hippity Home

Charlotte, NC
Home (private) · North Charlotte · 9 tips and reviews

39. Hippity Home

Charlotte, NC
Home (private) · North Charlotte · 9 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Must love white dog hair

Rí Rá Irish Pub is one of Tips List.

40. Rí Rá Irish Pub

8.1
208 N Tryon St (5th St), Charlotte, NC
Irish Pub · First Ward · 90 tips and reviews

41. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Kenneth. Make Mary proud.

42. Kens House

Home (private) · 4 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Must love Irish pubs

43. Kens House

Home (private) · 4 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Must love Tj Johnson

44. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

Frankie R.Frankie Rodriguez: Best hot chocolate I have ever had... Literally!

45. McGill Rose Garden

Charlotte, NC
Arts and Entertainment · North Charlotte · 1 tip

46. Big Cheese

Charlotte, NC
Moving Target · 6 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Muddy-ee & Cracked. Always good music.

47. McGill Rose Garden

8.7
940 North Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC
Park · 9 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Karisa and nectar are amazing!! Perfect wedding venue, place for peace or just to relax. A true piece of Charlotte history. Hidden gem in Noda.

NoDa Historic Arts District is one of Tips List.

48. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews
Mellow Mushroom is one of Tips List.

49. Mellow Mushroom

8.0
2820 Selwyn Ave, Ste 100, Charlotte, NC
Pizzeria · Myers Park · 60 tips and reviews

50. Mellow Mushroom

8.0
2820 Selwyn Ave, Ste 100, Charlotte, NC
Pizzeria · Myers Park · 60 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Waiter with beard or dreads is awesome

51. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

Toby W.Toby Witte: Best Coffee and best Coffeeshop atmosphere in town.

52. Amelie's French Bakery

8.8
2424 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Bakery · Villa Heights · 314 tips and reviews

cayoyincayoyin: So over priced...

53. Amelie's French Bakery

8.8
2424 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Bakery · Villa Heights · 314 tips and reviews

jFojFo: Sadly, the quality and consistency of both food and staff has waned. After spending over $1000 in the past year, the manager was unwilling to replace one poorly made item. I will never go back again.

54. Amelie's French Bakery

8.8
2424 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Bakery · Villa Heights · 314 tips and reviews

Kelly F.Kelly Fosnow: Don't bring young children here since they don't have any high chairs....not very accommodating

55. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

Jason S.Jason S: Roxy's karaoke, Buff Faye's Drag Brunch, AND tater tots?! YES!!!

56. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

RoxyInTheQC R.RoxyInTheQC Roxy C. Moorecox: Join Roxy C. Moorecox for karaoke every Thursday night starting at 9PM!

57. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

Starla D.Starla DaVinci: Sunday brunches are soldout!!! Reserve your seat asap!

58. Hartigan's Irish Pub

601 S Cedar St (Btw West Hill St. & West 1st St.), Charlotte, NC
Pub · Third Ward · 18 tips and reviews

Phoenix J.Phoenix Jimenez: Best place to watch the Panther games!

59. McGill Rose Garden

Charlotte, NC
Arts and Entertainment · North Charlotte · 1 tip

mtb m.mtb mac: Untill we are extinct

grapevine Wine Shop | Wine Bar is one of Tips List.

60. grapevine Wine Shop | Wine Bar

8.6
1012 Market St (Baxter Village Town Center), Fort Mill, SC
Bar · Baxter · 29 tips and reviews
7-Eleven is one of Tips List.

61. 7-Eleven

7.0
2701 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC
Convenience Store · Villa Heights · 3 tips and reviews
Highland Mill Entrance Flowers is one of Tips List.

62. Highland Mill Entrance Flowers

Charlotte, NC
Garden · North Charlotte · No tips or reviews
510 Expert Tattoo is one of Tips List.

63. 510 Expert Tattoo

8.3
510 E 35th St, Charlotte, NC
Tattoo Parlor · North Charlotte · 8 tips and reviews

64. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews

HeidiHeidi: Cabo Fish Taco, Dog Bar, Solstice Tavern, Dolce Vita, & Neighborhood Theater are just a just a few great places to stop by while in NODA!

65. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Heist brewery has a lot of events, bands and different things going on all summer. Very different from any other place in Charlotte. Aug 24 is gonna be EPIC

66. NoDa Historic Arts District

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 27 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Hidden gem- McGill Rose Garden.

67. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

JoeJoe: Lisa is amazing. Treat her like gold. Or else I'll know. I'll find you.

68. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

Jonathan M.Jonathan Moore: This peach hefeweizen beer is amazing!! A must try!!

69. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Food. Music. Beer. Liqour. Decor. The people kick ass too. Unlike any other place in Charlotte and their ideas are always different and unique. Very cool. AUG 24th 1 year PARTY outside, be there.

70. Smelly Cat Coffeehouse

9.1
514 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC
Café · North Charlotte · 104 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Sit and enjoy your life. Be kind and thankful. Drink good coffee and good beer.

71. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: These negative reviews are absolutely whacked. Dining experience is perfectly executed evertime. Bands and trucks is awesome. Always bring family in her when they come in town. Gr8 srvc.

72. Viva Chicken Elizabeth Avenue

9.2
1617 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC
Peruvian Restaurant · Elizabeth · 62 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: honestly, I never know what the hell I order but ITS SO DAMN GOOD

Hippity Home is one of Tips List.

73. Hippity Home

Charlotte, NC
Home (private) · North Charlotte · 9 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: must love riki.

Pike's Pharmacy is one of Tips List.

74. Pike's Pharmacy

2133 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, NC
Pharmacy · Shamrock · 4 tips and reviews

75. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Rachel R. must have Heist confused. She and I certainly did not go to the same place. Waited tables my whole life and I am very picky about where I eat and the service plus overall quality combined

Hippity Home is one of Tips List.

76. Hippity Home

Charlotte, NC
Home (private) · North Charlotte · 9 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: guests bring a roll of toilet paper or pee outside. The choice is yours. #freecraftbeerisnotreallyfree #withlove

77. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

Rafaela A.Rafaela Albrecht: Great stout beer! Also, try the duck flatbread!!

78. Diamond Restaurant

8.3
1901 Commonwealth Ave (at Gordon St.), Charlotte, NC
American Restaurant · 110 tips and reviews

Scott W.Scott Weaver: Pig Wings!

79. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

Brent P.Brent Purdy: Let joe leave tips here because his tips are hilarious. Blackened wings are pretty awesome, and no they aren't burnt.

80. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

Jess W.Jess Wells: Their brunch is to die for and only $15 for unlimited food, the staff is friendly but Emily was my waitress and she was absolutely exceptional. I will definitely be back on Sundays!

81. Heist Brewery

7.9
2909 N Davidson St Ste 200 (Brevard), Charlotte, NC
Brewery · North Charlotte · 90 tips and reviews

Emily O.Emily O'Malley: Awesome mixed drinks!! Great bartender that knows his stuff!

Charlotte Pride 2013 is one of Tips List.

82. Charlotte Pride 2013

Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Event Space · Uptown · 4 tips and reviews
Uptown Charlotte is one of Tips List.

83. Uptown Charlotte

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 14 tips and reviews

84. Uptown Charlotte

Charlotte, NC
Neighborhood · 14 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Uptown has changed so much. Charlotte is really turning into a beautiful city.

85. Thomas Street Tavern

8.3
1228 Thomas Ave, Charlotte, NC
Bar · 51 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. There are two bars, one inside among the endearing chaos, and one outside in the beer garden, where you'll find Ping-Pong tables. Read more.

86. Highland Mill Lofts

2901 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Apartment or Condo · North Charlotte · 5 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: I love it here, so do my neighbors. Very community and NoDa vibe. Joe must be spending to much time with those old men. Aaron too. I would pretty damn grumpy if I had to "do that" all day.

87. 510 Expert Tattoo

8.3
510 E 35th St, Charlotte, NC
Tattoo Parlor · North Charlotte · 8 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Very cool vibe here. I have a boy crush on Evan.., sorry lesbians.., he's mine.

88. Riki's Beer Barn

Charlotte, NC
Zoo · North Charlotte · No tips or reviews
Duke Energy Theatre is one of Tips List.

89. Duke Energy Theatre

7.3
345 N College St, Charlotte, NC
Theater · First Ward · 7 tips and reviews
Growlers Pour House is one of Tips List.

90. Growlers Pour House

7.8
3120 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC
Gastropub · North Charlotte · 54 tips and reviews

Nicole P.Nicole Pennell: The pretzels are a must. Also love the pint of shrimp. Beer selection is always changing so there's something for everyone all the time.

Dairy Queen is one of Tips List.

91. Dairy Queen

1431 Central Ave (Pecan), Charlotte, NC
Ice Cream Parlor · Briarcreek - Woodland · 9 tips and reviews

92. Dairy Queen

1431 Central Ave (Pecan), Charlotte, NC
Ice Cream Parlor · Briarcreek - Woodland · 9 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: Love this place... But they have no beer. :(

93. Viva Chicken Elizabeth Avenue

9.2
1617 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC
Peruvian Restaurant · Elizabeth · 62 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: They have chicken

94. Diamond Restaurant

8.3
1901 Commonwealth Ave (at Gordon St.), Charlotte, NC
American Restaurant · 110 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing CharlotteCreative Loafing Charlotte: If you are looking for THE fried pickles, go here.

95. Big Cheese

Charlotte, NC
Moving Target · 6 tips and reviews

mtb m.mtb mac: It's what's up.