FOOD & DRINK

Akahana Asian Bistro
Sushi for the BOGO, cheap date night
1308 The Plaza; (704) 817-9365

Bistro La Bon
French cuisine, brunch, dinner
1322 Central Ave; (704) 333-4646

The Bohemian: A Wine Bar
Wine, takeout
1319 Pecan Ave; (980) 207-2062

Bosna Market
International market
2719 Central Ave; (704) 343-9828

Cilantro Noodle
Asian-inspired noodles
2001 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 345-9490

Coaltrane’s Char Grill
Rotissserie-style, stuffed avocadoes
1518 Central Ave; (980) 265-1290

Common Market
Deli, bottle shop, trinkets
2007 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 334-6209

Craft Cakes CLT
Woman-owned, LGBTQ friendly, desserts
1600 Fulton Ave #120; (704) 457-9080

Deli St.
Vegan options, deli, bottle shop, desserts
2801 Central Ave; (980) 819-6132

The Diamond
Old-school Plaza diner born of The Penguin
1901 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 375-8959

Dish
Plaza staple, Southern food, locally-owned
1220 Thomas Ave; (704) 344-0343

Euro Grill & Cafe
Mediterranean restaurant, Bosnian lunch
2719 Central Ave; (704) 343-9828

Fuel Pizza
Pizza, no gas, delivery
1501 Central Ave; (704) 376-3835

Get Fit Foods
Healthy meal prep
1311 Pecan Ave; (980) 256-4591

The Grinning Mule
Nonprofit, chef-driven
1109 Morningside Dr; (704) 393-3939

Haze Bar & Lounge
Hookah, euphoric bar (whatever that means)
2408 Central Ave Suite C; (704) 919-1056

KiKi & Tattoo
Craft cocktails, Greek-inspired
1500 A Central Ave; (980) 819-8106

Krazy Fish
Tacos, Trump
2501 Central Ave; (704) 332-1004

Legion Brewing
Brewery, live music, local beer
1906 Commonwealth Ave; (844) 467-5683

The Lunchbox
Sandwiches and market on the tracks
1306 Central Ave; (980) 498-7078

Mama’s Caribbean Grill & Bar
Caribbean cuisine
1504 Central Ave; (704) 375-8414

Members Only Tasting Room & Social
Cute swing, great music, popcorn
2413 Central Ave; (704) 503-9134

Midwood Country Club
Billiards, late-night hangout
2123 Central Ave; (704) 777-7622

Midwood Smokehouse
Barbecue, celebrity-frequented, award-winning
1401 Central Ave; (704) 295-4227

NC Red
Fish and stuff
1205 Thomas Ave; (704) 321-4716

Petra’s
Late-night live music of all genres
1919 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 332-6608

Pilot Brewing
Draft beer, board games
1331 Central Ave, Unit 104; (704) 802-9260

Pinhouse
Game bar, duckpin bowling, self-pour drafts
2306 Central Ave; (704) 335-0312

The Pizza Peel
Pizza, kid-friendly, patio with a lawn
1600 Central Ave; (704) 790-7335

Pure Pizza
Gluten-free, locally sourced, The Barn
1911 Central Ave; (980) 430-1701

Resident Culture Brewing Company
Craft beer, dog-friendly, food trucks
2101 Central Ave; (704) 333-1862

Roasting Company
Southern-inspired rotisserie, quick, daily specials
1332-B Central Ave; (980) 859-4567

Skylark Social Club
Late-night live music, cheap drinks
2131 Central Ave; (980) 236-8342

Snug Harbor
Late-night dive bar, concert venue
1228 Gordon St

Soul Gastrolounge
Tapas, cocktails, DJ, date night
1500 B Central Ave; (704) 348-1848

Stroke
Indoor mini-golf, craft cocktails, vintage vibe
1318 Pecan Ave Suite 101; (704) 462-7007

Supperland
Coming soon

1212 The Plaza

Thirsty Beaver Saloon
Dive bar, country music, HeeHaw
1225 Central Ave; (704) 332-3612

Thomas Street Tavern
Dive bar, large patio, live music, ping pong
1218 Thomas Ave; (704) 376-1622

Undercurrent Coffee
Specialty coffee, legit gluten-free menu
2012 Commonwealth Ave; (980) 498-7328

Whiskey Warehouse
Rooftop patio with skyline view
1221 The Plaza; (704) 334-7005

Workman’s Friend
Brunch, pub vibe, people-watching, Guinness
1531 Central Ave; (980) 224-8234

YAFO Kitchen
Middle-eastern, quality fast food
1331 Central Ave #101; (980) 224-8007

Zada Jane’s
Southern-inspired breakfast, patio on Central
1601 Central Ave; (704) 332-3663

SERVICES

1213 Studio
Hair salon
1213 Thomas Ave ; (704) 968-5331

Ace Custom Tattoo
Tattoo shop
1312 Thomas Ave; (704) 342-3661

African Twin Hair Braiding
Salon services
1506 Central Ave; (704) 777-0325

AJ’s Auto Imports
Used car dealership
2400 Central Ave; (704) 338-5933

Auto Inspector
Auto services
2826 Central Ave; (704) 375-7133

Berryhill Realty Co.
Real estate
1331 The Plaza; (704)-333-0723

BeSocial
Collaborative cultivator, event space
1519 Central Ave; (704) 632-9902

Charlotte Barber And Beard
Styling services
1200 The Plaza, Suite B; (704) 595-7795

Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library
Education resources
1623 Central Ave; (704) 416-6200

Charlotte Tattoo Company
Tattoo services
1514 Central Ave; (704) 347-0616

C. Fredricks Automotive Interiors
Convertible vinyl tops, custom interiors
1320 Nandina St; (704) 347-0139

Commonwealth Animal Hospital
Pet health care
1909 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 370-0767

The Dog Salon
Pet care services
3024 Eastway Dr; (704) 248-0991

Edward Jones Investments
Financial services
1318 Central Ave Suite A-5; (704) 332-7043

Hold True Tattoo
Tattoo services
2514 Central Ave; (980) 226-5150

La Familia II Barbershop
Styling services
1317 Pecan Ave; (980) 498-6495

Latorre Law Firm
Injury law
2629 Central Ave; (704) 344-0004

Meineke Car Care Services
Auto services
1308 Central Ave; (704) 705-7062

Midwood Barbers
Styling services
2915 The Plaza; (980) 237-1222

Midwood Learning Academy
Educational services
2515 Central Ave; (704) 375-0232

Nick’s Auto Repair
Auto services
2437 Central Ave; (704) 374-0205

Olde Charlotte Barbershop
Hairstyling
2311 Central Ave; (704) 503-9603

Plaza Midwood Tattoo
Tattoo studio
 2825 Central Ave, Suite D-1; (980) 859-3563

Providence Auto Repair
Specializes in Volvo repair
1315 Pecan Ave; (704) 375-2360

Real Talk Counseling
Counseling services
2128 McClintock Rd; (980) 939-0991

Spellbound Salon
Magical salon services
2715 Central Ave; (704) 338-2115

Tattoos Studio Lounge
Tattoo services
1516 Lyon Ct; (980) 298-6143

Tease Salon
Salon
1318 Central Ave, #E5; (704) 335-1768

Urban Nails Bar
Acrylic nails, spa pedicure, gel manicure
1321 Pecan Ave; (704) 910-4650

RETAIL

Atlas Medical Supply & Equipment
Home medical supplies
2315 Central Ave; (704) 375-3966

Book Buyers
Used books, Greener Apple vegan shop
1306 The Plaza; (704) 344-8611

CLTCH
Local jewelry and cool gifts
1512 Central Ave; (704) 375-2444

Central Avenue Jewelry & Pawn
Pawn shop
1516 Central Ave; (704) 375-2341

Charlotte CBD
Boutique-style CBD shop
2419 Central Ave; (704) 412-7121

Cindy’s Uniforms
Uniform retail for workers or The Village People cosplay
1336 Central Ave; (704) 376-1249

City Supply Co.
Specialty furniture store
1219 Thomas Ave; (704) 347-2489

Gold Tone Workshop
Affordable music equipment
2615 Central Ave A; (704) 966-2615

Gumbo Goods
Wellness retail, sister store to Okra
1916 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 999-6630

High Life Smoke Shop
Long-time local smoke shop
1525 Central Ave; (704) 379-1400

House of Africa
African retail store
1215 Thomas Ave; (704) 376-6160

House of Clouds Smoke Shop
Hookah, vape, tobacco, juice, water pipe
2421 Central Ave; (704) 900-6832

LA Vapors Elite Smoke Shop
Short-time chain smoke shop
1521 Central Ave; (980) 859-2008

Midwood Flower Shop
Florist that offers delivery
2415 Central Ave; (704) 376-7500

Midwood Guitar Studio
High-end guitar shop
1517 Central Ave; (980) 265-1976

Moxie Mercantile
Sophisticated gift shop
2008 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 877-7879

Reggae Central
African trinket store
1506 Central Ave; (704) 377-2782

Ron Sperry Interior Design
Design, furniture, not boat shoes
130 Tippah Park Ct

SADU Body Modifications and Piercings
Body modifications … and piercings
1515 Central Ave; (704) 344-0011

Slate Interiors
Furniture store, locally-owned
1401 Central Ave; (704) 930-7890

Social Status
High-end sneaker store, new releases
1519 Central Ave; (704) 632-9902

Stash Pad
Funky vintage shop
1216 Thomas Ave; (980) 224-7321

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Briar Creek Greenway
Biking, walking, trail, the great outdoors

Crossfit ATP
Crossfit gym
1110 Morningside Dr, A; (704) 277-5878

Dojo Body Mind
Martial arts, jiu-jitsu and kickboxing
1820 Central Ave; (704) 323-6560

Fitness Together
Group workout
1318 Central Ave, Suite E2; (704) 333-2999

Midwood Park
Amphitheatre, community garden, bball
2100 Wilhelmina Ave; (980) 314-1002

Okra
Yoga, wellness of the mind
1912 Commonwealth Ave; (704) 266-1443

Veterans Memorial Park
Sprayground, baseball, park stuff
2136 Central Ave; (980) 314-1002