3 New (& Coming Soon) Restaurants in Mecklenburg County [March 25,2026]

Business Debut has another round up of new restaurants opening in Charlotte!

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Fenian’s Keep Irish Pub — Charlotte

Address: 423 East 36th Street Unit A, Charlotte, NC 28205

Status: Soft opened March 13; grand opening planned for March 28.

What to expect: Neighborhood Irish-inspired pub with a shotgun-style bar layout. Drinks only, sports on TV, and future live music planned.

Menu highlights: Limited beverage menu at launch with plans to evolve based on guest feedback.

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 5 p.m.–midnight; Friday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.; Saturday 2 p.m.–2 a.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.–midnight; Tuesday closed except special events.

Who’s behind it: Owner Kyle Musumeci of Brigid’s Irish Pub.

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1368 Sweet Corner Cafe — University Area

Address: 9211 N. Tryon St STE-5, Charlotte, NC 28262

Status: Targeting an April or May opening; second Charlotte location.

What to expect: Casual counter-service cafe offering Vietnamese street food, boba tea, coffee, and desserts in a one-stop concept.

Menu highlights: Vietnamese dishes, mochi donuts, specialty drinks, and sweets mirroring the original shop.

Hours: Planned daily service with early opening and likely closing around 10 p.m.

Who’s behind it: Owner Crystal Nguyen.

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Mad Dash Kitchen — Uptown Charlotte

Address: 214 N Tryon St Plaza Suite 1, Charlotte, NC 28202

Status: Targeting an April opening pending construction progress.

What to expect: Fast-casual sandwich concept with takeout-friendly ordering and nearby plaza seating. First standalone brick-and-mortar for the brand.

Menu highlights: Hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, wraps, soups, salads, fries, chips, and rotating specials. Signature Dasher Chicken Sandwich.

Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; closed Sunday.

Who’s behind it: Chef Corey Jones.

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