Eat Local
SOME OF THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND THE MATTHEWS & MINT HILL AREA!
Italian
Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Locally owned, casual dining and drive-up window.
2945 Matthews-Weddington Rd.
Matthews, NC 28104
704-847-4884
Portofino’s at the Arboretum
Family-owned with four area locations.
8128 Providence Rd. #100
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-542-9911
Mexican
Monterrey Restaurante Mexicano
Family-owned and operated serving authentic dishes.
9623 Independence Blvd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-841-8068
El Valle Mexican Restaurant
Located in the heart of Matthews, serving the community for 20+ years.
305 W. John St.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-845-1417
Asian
Be-Em Asian Kitchen
Fresh, local ingredients with tastes of Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese and Chinese cuisines
1848 Galleria Blvd., Ste. K
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-708-4793
Mr. Tokyo Japanese
Serving unlimited sushi and hibachi options
10412 E. Independence Blvd., Ste. 410
Matthews, NC 28105
704-443-7862
Steak
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse
Serving the finest cuts of meat table-side
1606 Galleria Blvd., Ste. 100
Charlotte, NC 28270
704-443-7333
Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse & Grill
Center-cut steaks and chef-tailored dishes
316 N. Trade St.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-846-4933
Fresh Chef Kitchen
Steaks, pasta and salads with the freshest ingredients
7800 Stevens Mill Rd.
Matthews, NC 28104
704-628-5179
French
Sante’
French-influenced fine dining
165 N. Trade St.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-845-1899
Irish
Grace O’Malleys
Irish fish and chips, burgers and salads
157 N. Trade St.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-443-7060
Mediterranean
Kabob-Je Rotisserie & Grille
Lean meats, vegetables and exotic ingredients
2233 Matthews Township Pkwy.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-845-0707
Breakfast
Stack’s Kitchen
Family-owned serving large-portion breakfast all day
11100 Monroe Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-841-2025
Famous Toastery
Local franchise serving tasty dishes for breakfast, lunch and brunch
1640 N. Sardis Rd.
Matthews, NC 28270
704-845-0684
Americana Restaurant
Local staple for many breakfast regulars
1628 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-841-0801
Comfort Food
The Bridge Restaurant
Family-owned featuring daily Southern specials
5902 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd.
Indian Trail, NC 28079
East 74 Restaurant
Family-owned diner-style restaurant offering daily specials
10915 Monroe Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-847-5035
Sweet Treats
Your Mom's Donuts
If you’ve never had a craft donut, start here!
11025 Monroe Rd., Ste. F
Matthews, NC 28105
803-280-5720
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Find Italian ice, gelati and creamy soft ice cream
3501 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-209-9700
Artisen Gelato
Ecuadorian old-fashioned gelato
301 W. John St.
Matthews, NC 28105
980-339-7405
Daphne’s Bakery
Family-owned using local fresh ingredients in cakes, cookies and more
7609 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.
Mint Hill, NC 28227
704-573-5100
Sunflower Club Café
Locally owned for lovers of life, freedom, art, coffee and community.
Featuring waffles and fresh baked goods.
11211 Lawyers Rd.
Mint Hill, NC 28227
704-496-9018