What a great place this was. Best food hall I've ever been to. This was definitely a foodie…read moreexperience. I went to Botiwalla. I wrote a separate review for that one, which was out of your mind amazing, and when I come back, there are so many other places I have to try. There's an Italian place that makes noodles from scratch every day, so that's my goal for the next visit. My husband had a Cuban sandwich, and he said that was the best he's ever had. Everywhere there was great, comfortable seating with beautiful hanging boho plants that just gave a nice natural and calm touch to the environment.

While visiting the Carolina's at the start of 2026, we decided to do a short day trip to Charolette…read moreand ended up at Optimist Hall. As a New Yorker we have our share of markets/food halls and OH fits the familiar script, with a slightly smaller footprint than what I've experienced. What never seems to change is that securing seating can be a challenge because all spots are "prime" real estate and the abundance of choices is an indecisive person's nightmare. Nonetheless, to all the foodies at heart those are just minor details for mere mortals... lol. We managed to grab a larger enough table and everyone circled until we made our individual choices and then returned to our central meeting spot to break bread and indulge in all of our finds. We enjoyed several of the eateries we experienced and I was particularly intrigued by the plant store (albeit kinda pricey). Returning is a no brainer especially for the places that were most memorable. Just A Note: Parking is not free, payment is required. Please note depending on the time of day it can be crowded so securing a spot will require patience.

Great food choices! It's a great place to bring the kids as they have a big play area, service was…read moregreat! Will be returning.

I REALLY liked the uniqueness of this place! Strong Asian influence - practically everything- but…read morethere are some non-Asian things, too. It's part gift shop, part grocery and part food hall. I was amazed at how many little gumball-style vending machines they had all lined up together with different toys inside. The whole gift shop grocery area was so fun to look at! ....loved my Korean corn dog coated in Hot Cheetos from Crispy Patty and my Cuban sandwich from El Dorado. My friend got miso pasta from the place next to Crispy Patty and enjoyed it and she got a tanghulu (candied fruit skewer) that she Brought home to share with her family - she said it tasted like a candied apple. ...it was a fun visit!

Stopped in at this open air cocktail lounge outside of the food court. Fun spot to grab a drink,…read moresocialize or people watch. Wife had an espresso martini perfectly mixed. I changed it up and had a mezcal old fashioned. Bartender killed it! Love the smokiness of the mezcal and a silky smooth cocktail all around. We were there for over an hour which seemed like 10 minutes. Just a fun overall scene, casual and right on the main strip in Uptown Charlotte.

Just WOW. I've been wanting to come for a very long time and just made it. The Crab Loaded fries…read morewere AMAZING!!!!! Definitely worth it! Delicious drink with my meal from the bar at the inside entrance. There are plenty of options to choose from a plenty of different seating options. Parking was definitely interesting because this place is located downtown but I fully enjoyed my meal.

This place is an asian food court attached to the Super G grocery store. Surprisingly, the ambiance…read morewas modern and chic. Not what you would expect from an asian food court at all! It was clean and there was plenty of room for families. There were about a dozen food stalls here with food choices thatbspan the Asian world. You want Lao food? You got it! Filipino food? Of course! Sushi? Chinese noodles? Chinese BBQ? KOREAN? Yup you can have it all! My wife and I tried food from three stalls and I'm not going to lie, there was not one disappointing bite. A lot of thr stalls have self-service kiosks too, so ordering is easy if you need pictures. The only small gripe is that everything is a tad on the expensive side for asian food. Is it worth it? For the selection and convenience... yes, totally.

Alley 51! The food…read moreoptions are unlimited if you are a fan for Asian cuisine this is the spot to choose from Thai to Japanese... there are desert, street food and much more! The service is always quick and all operate similarly with giving you a device that will ring and vibrate when your food is ready for pick up- rather that is to go or to eat in. The ambience is very cool surrounded by art in the walls and decor that feels like you are outside in a food fair. My daughter and I live coming here ordering 3 different things and having that be our weekend meals. Also it's great that is adjacent to an international supermarket that you can do some shopping.

What a cool spot! I just discovered this place last weekend when I was trying to go to a Resident…read moreCulture to pick up a couple of their Cumulo drinks. I parked in the garage connected to the shops and they validate here for 2 hours with purchase. Lots of nice vendors here - pizza, ice cream, resident culture, specialty cheese, and a couple boutique stalls. I will definitely be back for the pizza and ice cream, pizza smelled great and the ice cream looked delicious. I found the drinks I was looking for at Resident Culture. I think they are a bit more expensive here, maybe because of the location. But service was fast and friendly and I'm looking forward to coming back when I have more time to hang out! @azfitfoodfun

This is a public food hall with a couple different food Vendors. To be exact 2 sold food, 1 was a…read moretie dying station, 2 only sold alcohol, and the rest sold sweets. This food hall is small and doesn't offer free parking you're looking at $10-$17 depending on when you go. The restrooms were not the best but usable. Over all I would give the food hall itself a 2 but what food I got from a vender really increased it. Chop Chop Red Pot- The lady was super nice and very professional when answering all our questions. Service was 5 out of 5 Food was on the pricy side Kids grilled cheese $10 it's bland but for kids 4 out of 5 BBQ pulled pork $12 nice BBQ sauce and loved the bun 5 out of 5 Smashed burger $15 kinda messy very saucy 4 out of 5 There are no sides but the taste was well done but I can't say it was worth the price. Chop Chop would get a 4 out of 5 Bringing 7th street food hall to 3 out of 5 total.

Coolest shops, coolest atmosphere, with the overgrown railroad tracks and view of the skyline. Very…read moreoutdoorsy, unique space. Fun little areas to relax, sit, play games, pickle ball, corn hole, hook and ring, I think even saw volleyball courts! Not to mention the cute little food truck area, coffee shops, bars, and VINTAGE SHOPS. my main reason for initially visiting! Turned into an all day adventure exploring as much of the place as we could, not even getting to everything. I can't wait for more visits to explore more of this place.

I was visiting Charlotte for a concert with my best friend and I found this place on the bus ride…read moreto my Airbnb. We decided to come back for lunch and tried La Caseta. My best friend ended up getting us the sampler platter from La Caseta and we really enjoyed it! It was such a huge space but was a bit difficult to figure out where what was so we just ended up walking around on one side. We ended up going to Good Postage and I really loved the store! They had a little doggy walking around which was super cute and I ended up buying a sticker for my memories. I would definitely come back here if I was visiting Charlotte again!

It was probably not the best idea to go here on Memorial Day, but I did…read more I was gifted a Greg Norman golf shirt that I needed to exchange. I was already in the area so what the heck. The weather was sketchy so I didn't think it would be too crowded but that was a bad call. The parking spaces are WAY too small! Larger SUV's taking two spaces & you can't blame them. I got to the store & made the exchange & got out of there PDQ!

Review for Charlotte Premium Outlets…read more After relocating to Charlotte from the San Francisco Bay Area, I've kept my same philosophy about shopping: retail prices are optional if you're willing to do a little homework. I'm always looking for quality and value without paying unnecessary markups, and this outlet center has been a very reliable place to find both. I needed professional clothing, shoes, and luggage for work, so I made the drive out here--and I found everything I needed in one trip. One of my best purchases was a beautiful piece of luggage from Travelpro at a great price. Many of the stores also offer additional discounts if you sign up for their rewards programs, which can make the savings even better. Stores I frequent most: * Banana Republic * J.Crew * Ann Taylor * LOFT * Saks Off 5th * Old Navy (very large location with great basics) * Le Creuset -- always fun to browse, even if just window shopping If you have the time to look carefully and shop strategically, you can really find high-quality items here at excellent prices. My personal shopping strategy: * I avoid weekends whenever possible * I park near the Saks entrance, especially along the back row where it's easier to remember where you parked * I shop during off-hours for a calmer, more efficient experience Parking overall is plentiful, and the layout is easy to navigate once you learn your preferred entry point. Another thing I appreciate is the atmosphere. In my experience, the staff across stores have been knowledgeable, polite, and helpful. The overall vibe feels practical and approachable--people are there to shop, not to show off. There are also plenty of restaurants and fast-casual options nearby, so it can easily become a full outing. If you're planning a larger shopping trip, using store hold or will-call services can be a smart way to keep your purchases secure while you continue browsing. As someone who pays attention to value and cost of living, I've found shopping in North Carolina--and the Southeast in general--to be refreshingly affordable compared to the West Coast. That difference alone makes places like this especially worthwhile. Bottom line: Easy parking, strong value, and a wide selection of reliable brands. If you shop strategically and avoid peak times, this outlet center can be a very productive and enjoyable place to find quality items at fair prices.

I go to this Hawkers every time I visit the area and it hits EVERY TIME. The food tastes fresh -…read morelove their Korean dishes The atmosphere is really chill even down to the cleanliness in their bathroom love what y'all do

Hong Kong Sticky Ribs (5/5): Really good charsiu flavor with a nice sticky glaze for added…read moresweetness. I enjoyed these a lot! The fried bao was an puzzling choice. The appeal of bao is that they are soft and pillowy, so frying it kinda ruined that. Curry Laksa Ramen (4/5): Same curry sauce that comes with the roti canai naan. Very flavorful and rich. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

There's a few places to eat here and a cigar lounge that looks cool. Other than that..... don't…read moreplan your day around this place. It's dirty, half empty, and I'm surprised the tenants there make any money. This review IS NOT a reflection of the individual businesses. If you see a restaurant in this area that looks good to you, please try it. Just don't plan on spending time at the EpiCentre itself.

Enjoyed walking through the EpiCentre of Charlotte. It was a beautiful day. Definitely recommend…read moreadding to a day outing.