Let’s face it; sometimes it is just a “burger and fries” kind of night. So for the best burgers and fries and American cuisine in Charlotte, the choices are endless as well as delicious! Take a look at some of the best places for that American favorite of burgers and fries and learn about more about what your taste buds are asking for!
Penguin Drive-In
Since 1954, The Penguin has been one of America’s most legendary Drive-In Restaurants. Not just a delicious burger and hot plate of fries await, but great traditional southern cooking, hot dogs, salads and specialty sandwiches await to tantalize your taste buds! To make it an even more memorable time, the Penguin Drive-In offers drink specials, live music and catering! You cannot get any more “American” than that! So for great food, awesome fun and fantastic folks, visit the Penguin Drive-In!
Additional Information:
Open for Lunch, Dinner and Drinks every day at 11 am.
Address:
1921 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone:
704-375-1925
Website:
http://www.penguinrestaurant.com
Mert’s Heart and Soul

Courtesy: http://www.mertscharlotte.com
Southern fried catfish… collard greens…BBQ Beef Rib and Fried Chicken…is your mouth watering yet? Well hold on… Mert’s Heart and Soul is one of the most-visited restaurants in the Queen City. One bite of anything will tell you why. With award-winning dishes served from the heart and soul,Mert’s Heart and Soul cooks food that is southern, Low Country, and Gullah-inspired and has unforgettable taste. Not only pillars in the Charlotte community, Mert’s Heart and Soul offers specials, as well as dining that caters to the whole entire family! When nothing but down home cooking will do, turn to Mert’s Heart and Soul!
Additional Information:
Address:
214 N. College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
E-mail:
info@mertscharlotte.com
Phone: 704-342-4222
Website:
http://www.mertscharlotte.com
Kickstand Charlotte
Delicious American Cuisine is what Kickstand Charlotte is all about! Specialty sandwiches, drink specials and ample space to catch that much talked about sporting event are also available! Tremendous fun is at Kickstand Charlotte as well! Not just being a burger and bar joint, Kickstand Charlotte hosts many community events as well as community celebrations. Also, if you are need of a party, then allow Kickstand Charlotte to host the event for you! With tremendous space, wonderful additions, and fantastic food, the celebration will be one to remember on so many levels! Only Meyer’s Natural Angus beef is used, for all of our gourmet burgers.It is also important to note that the meat is 100% hormone, antibiotic and steroid free. Now doesn’t your mouth just water? So plan that next outing for great food and wonderful fun at Kickstand Charlotte; they are ready to host your party and serve wonderful food as well!
Additional Information:
Address:
1101 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone:
704.332.1010
Hours:
Mon: 11:00 am-12:00 am
Tues-Thurs: 11:00 am-1:00 am
Fri-Sat: 11:00 am-2:00 am
Sun: 11:00 am-11:00 pm
Website:
kickstandcharlotte.com
Cicely C. Mitchell



