Earl's Grocery may be my favorite new-to-me place in Charlotte. It's the perfect place to bring visitors who are ambivalent about what they want to eat. Want coffee? Done. A cocktail? Pick one. Charcuterie? That too. What about a filling meal? That's also covered. Seriously, it's a one stop for the finicky eaters. I also love the selection of adult beverages as well as fun choices for sodas, juices, and waters.
I may be mildly obsessed with the lamb burger. Perfectly cooked, and the toppings add to the flavor profile. The black bean burger is also very tasty. Try the peanut butter mousse pie. Outstanding.
Also, Charlotte's best ice cream just might be found at Earl's and it comes in a pint. Yes, they carry Jeni's! I've been looking for someone who carried that brand of ice cream for awhile now, and I've finally found it. Get the goat cheese with red cherries. You'll thank me later.