Find Italy.. in Charlotte!
It's not always easy to get Mamma's home cooking over 5,000 miles away from my beloved Florence... Still, there are some great places where I like to enjoy Italian food, shop, or just hang out with some amici.
Ristoranti
Dolce Ristorante Italiano
This is my friend Luisa and her husband Rudi's restaurant, a charming couple from Italy. A cozy and romantic atmosphere where I can have excellent regional specialties. You will feel right at home! 1710 KENILWORTH AVE. (Dilworth area) (704)332-7525
Mezzanotte Brick Oven Pizzeria
Local Italian restaurant owner, Augusto Conte has done it again! His newest addition in the Cotswold area offers great pastas and Italian thin-crust pizza. Also try his other restaurants: Luce, Coco Osteria, Toscana, and Positano. 2907 Providence Rd - Charlotte, NC 28211 (Cotswold area). (704) 365-4650
Campania Italian Cafe & Trattoria
Campania is the region where owners Vincent & Nancy DiGiorgio's family is originally from. The Cafe' is open all day offering panini, fresh salads, homemade soups, pasta dishes, and daily specials. There is also a market selling specialty imported goods, olive oils, sauces, baked goods, and more. The trattoria serves dinner after 5pm featuring authentic pasta dishes and delicious entrees. 416 S. Main Street - Davidson, NC 28036. (704)987-5111
Mama Ricotta's
Owner Frank Scibelli, raised in the grand tradition of hearty family dinners, dreamed of owning a restaurant featuring Italian dishes he grew to love in his family’s kitchen. Nearly 15 years has passed since he made that dream a reality and in that time, Mama Ricotta’s has become the restaurant of choice for thousands of Italian food lovers. 601 South Kings Drive - Charlotte, NC 28204 (Midtown area). (704) 343.0148
Portofino Ristorante Italiano
The continuous search for the most original old Italian recipes and a tireless dedication to finding the finest ingredients as a tribute to the Italian heritage is Portofino's owners' mission. Four locations in the Charlotte area, for detailed information click here: http://www.portofinos.us/Locations.htm
Ristorante Fiamma
A modern, contemporary atmosphere to enjoy both on a romantic weekend date or a casual one with friends. Owners worked at some of the finest NYC Italian restaurants. 2418 Park Rd Charlotte, NC (704) 333-4363
Il Nido
Run by Pisa native Manuela and her two sons, this comfy and quaint little home-style trattoria is just what you need for a casual evening out, and the quiet, warm atmosphere with simple, well-priced home-made dishes, is perfect to cheer you up on any given night! 4219 Providence Rd Charlotte, NC 28211 (704) 364-4445
Brooklyn Pizza Parlor
Owners Lucia & Vincent Caminiti emphasise that they use only fresh produce and meats, nothing is frozen or canned. If you are from Brooklyn you will feel right at home.The dough is made several times daily along with the sauce. 7725 Colony Rd - Charlotte, NC 28226 (704) 542-5439
Passion 8 Bistro - Fort Mill
Jessica Annunziata is the owner of a small Italian bistro just about a half a mile into Fort Mill. Her husband Luca is the Chef and they offer a variety of dishes with a heavy Mediterranean influence. Pasta is made in house daily and they are getting a reputation for fresh locally grown organics. 3415 Hwy 51 - Fort Mill, SC 29715
Phone: (803) 802-7455
Villa Antonio (South Blvd & Ballantyne Village)
Traditional dishes from Southern Italy, when you crave those Italian classics this is where you come to. 4707 South Boulevard - Charlotte, NC 28217. Phone: 704-523-1594
Angela's Italian Restaurant
Pietro & Linda Iannuzzi recently opened a new restaurant in the Matthews area. Here you can feel as if you've been invited into Mamma's house (Pietro's mom's house) where authentic Italian family recipes are created fresh daily. Each dish focusing on Mamma's two main ingredients, presented in an upscale casual atmoshphere. All served with a complimentary side of tradition. 9705 Mintworth Ave - Charlotte, NC 28227 (Mint Hill/Matthews area) (704) 573.2737
Wine Bars & Coffee houses
Dolce Vita
Dolce Vita is a place where friends can enjoy a casual and fun adventure. A special place for people to explore great wines and beers in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere. This is not your average wine bar! 3205 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC (In the heart of NoDa) 704-334-1052
Carolina Wine Club - My friend Angelus has the strongest love for wine that I have ever witnessed in a person! She's a wonderful educator as well as organizer and her large following shows it.
The Wine Shop at Park Rd. - This beautiful wine shop in Dilworth boasts an extensive inventory of national and international labels, free wine tastings every Friday afternoon, and also offers private wine tastings on request!
Specialty Foods & Delis:
Pasta & Provisions - Charlotte
Owner Tommy George opened this neighborhood shop in 1992 for locals to find fine Italian wines, imported Italian groceries, fresh homemade sauces & arguably the BEST fresh pasta in town!
1528 Providence Road (Myers Park area) Charlotte, NC. Phone: (704) 364-2622
Ferrucci's Old Tyme Italian Market - Cornelius
Brooklyn natives, Tony Stafford and wife Maria Randise, established Ferrucci's in 1999. The store is filled with the aromas of pasta sauce, garlic, aged cheeses and salamis, and freshly baked crusty Italian breads.
Shops On The Green - 20910 Torrence Chapel Road - Cornelius, NC 28031 - Phone: (704) 896-3190
Capri Flavors
Costanzo and Titina Vuotto are the husband and wife proprietors of this importing company, dedicated to bringing authentic hard-to-find Italian foods and ingredients that are sure to bring back memories of the "old country."You can order online, request unique products, or go to the store up in Mooresville. 1012 Morrisville Parkway- Morrisville, NC 27560. Phone: 1-800-861-5440 or 919-462-9255
Italian Clubs and Other Businesses
Christopher Columbus Italian Club
Si! Yes! There is an Italian Club in Charlotte which organizes social and cultural events, as well as sending out a monthly newsletter to members. They organize the main Italian Festival "Ciao Italia!" which takes place once a year with live entertainment, food, wine, and other specialties. Phone: (704) 341.5744.
St. Anthony's Festival of Charlotte
Enjoy a fun day for the whole family during this annual 'festa Italiana' benefiting the Nevins Center for the Disabled.
Apply for Italian Citizenship - Daidree Tofano lives in Charlotte, North Carolina and provides assistance in gathering documents, and procuring the proper authentications and translations for documents necessary for obtaining Italian citizenship via Jure sanguinis (by bloodline). Please contact her at: juresanguinis@gmail.com
POMPEII DENTISTRY
Need a dentist? Get an Italian dentist! Dr. Roberto Palmieri, DMD PA offers quality dental care.. in an ancient Roman villa! A unique environment that will take the focus off the drill and on the historical surroundings!
311 Williamson Rd., Suite 203 - Mooresville, NC 28117 - Phone: (704) 662.6020
REAL-ESTATE SERVICES
Need a realtor in the Charlotte area? Why not a friendly Italian! Marzia, who is from Emilia-Romagna, will help you pick your perfect "casa"! Marzia Mazzotti Broker/Realtor. marzia.mazzotti@allentate.com or call: (704) 497.6599
Italian Expresso Coffee Machines
Saeco Retailer- The Coffeeboss - 18047 W. Catawba Avenue - Cornelius, NC 28031 - Phone: 704 987 3310
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