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Good flavor knows no boundaries, and Charlotte’s restaurants featuring authentic Hispanic and Latin American cuisine will make your mouth water.
Whether you are an adventurous foodie or a novice at culinary exploration, it is possible to experience the tastes of Central or South America and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands without getting on a flight. From tacos and empanadas to tostones and pupusas, we’ve got a guide to some of the hidden restaurant gems that serve up Latin American flavors.
Experience the tastes of Peru, Honduras, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Argentina and more as you stamp your culinary passport around the Queen City.
Aromas De Mi Pueblo
Location: 9107 S Tryon Street, Suite J, Charlotte, NC 28273
Experience the flavors of Ecuador when you visit Aromas De Mi Pueblo, located in Steele Creek. If you’re a meat lover, try the chaulafán, a dish made with fried rice and chicken, ham, shrimp, steak and a fried egg. For lighter fare, the empanada de verde con queso, a plantain-crusted empanada stuffed with cheese, is an option.
Brasas Arepas & Grill
Location: 4740 Old Pineville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217
Craving a taste of Venezuela? Visit Brasas Arepas & Grill, located at Charlotte Market International off of Old Pineville Road and Woodlawn Road. There you will find traditional favorites like arepa peluda — a hand-held treat filled with shredded beef and cheese — and carne a la llanera — skewered beef that is slow roasted and served with mouthwatering sides.
Chevere Street
Location: 315 S Polk St Suite #4e, Pineville, NC 28134
Enjoy the flavors of Peru and Venezuela in the heart of Pineville at the newly opened Chevere Street. With the promise of quality, integrity and the joy of dining, patrons can enjoy a taste of stir-fried beef, pastry rolls filled with cheese and Latin-American wings.
Felix Handmade Emapandas
Location: 320 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Location: 1115 N Brevard St UNIT 3, Charlotte, NC 28206
Felix Handmade Empanadas turns a traditional Argentinian appetizer into the star dish at Optimist Hall and its The Alley at Latta Arcade locations. Try them baked or fried with a plethora of fillings to satisfy your palate. Chase them with a sweet apple crumble or guava and cheese pastry.
Lempira
Location: 140 Eastway Dr, Charlotte, NC 28213
Location: 5906 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28217
Location: 4439 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
Location: 7631 Sharon Lakes Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210
With chefs skilled in the culinary traditions of Mexico, Honduras and El Salvador, Lempira brings Central America to the Queen City. Dine on yuca con chicarron (cassava with pork skins) or Mexican ceviche or select from the vast array of breakfast, lunch or dinner selections.
Los Chamos
Location: 7001 South Blvd Ste B, Charlotte, NC 28217
If you love the cornmeal flatbread called arepas and other Venezuelan street food, you won’t be disappointed by the smorgasbord of options available to choose from at Los Chamos. Sample the award-winning patacon, which are two Venezuelan sandwiches made from two slices of fried green plantain and filled with shredded beef, coleslaw, Parmesan cheese and sauce.
A Piece of Havana
Location: 11126 S Tryon St Suite B, Charlotte, NC 28273
If you’ve been dreaming of a trip to Cuba, you only need to head down to Steele Creek for a plate of paella Cubana or Cuban croquettes. If you want to connect with your inner “Dancing With the Stars” persona, put on your dancing shoes and stop by on the weekends for salsa dancing and live bands.
Restaurante Y Panaderia Salvadoreña
Location: 5724 E W.T. Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28215
This Salvadoran bakery and restaurant on W.T. Harris Boulevard offers a little something for everyone. Whether you’re craving pupusas, ensaladas or quesadillas, check out Restaurante Y Panaderia Salvadoreña for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Rincón Latino Restaurante Inc.
Location: 8432 Old Statesville Rd #300, Charlotte, NC 28269
Self-described as casual dining, Rincon Latino Restaurante brings Central American street food and more to North Charlotte. Grab a baleada (thick handheld tortilla) filled with ham, eggs, chicken or beef. Sweeten your tastebuds with an atole de elote (a sweet, warm corn-based drink), or savor a dish of carne asada.
Zapatas Cantina
Location: 8927 J M Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Location: 15105 John J. Delaney Drive, Charlotte, NC 28277
Location: 19905 NC Hwy.73 West Catawba Ave., Suite 102, Cornelius, NC 28031
Zapatas Cantina aims to please with a friendly Mexican menu that caters to vegetarians and meat lovers alike. From tres quesos super nachos to a Bombay chimichanga, try a different dish at one of the three locations in University City, Ballantyne and Lake Norman.
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