Charlotte’s best nachos, a NASCAR taproom and a Clue dinner: Here’s what to know
Charlotte’s food and entertainment scene keeps rolling out fresh reasons to get off the couch. Today’s CharlotteFive newsletter features an award-winning Latin spot, a race-themed taproom and an immersive murder mystery.
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Here’s what readers are talking about today.
Sabor Latin Street Grill took home the title in the CharlotteFive Readers’ Choice best nachos poll, beating out vegan finalist Soul Miner’s Garden after four rounds and thousands of votes.
Founded in July 2013 by Raydal Hospitality CEO Dalton Espaillat, Sabor now operates 14 Charlotte-area locations plus outposts in Durham and Winston-Salem, with locally made tortillas turned into chips in house.
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Michael Waltrip Signature Bar opened in Cornelius in late May, partnering with Eleven Lakes Brewing to pour the ex-NASCAR driver’s flagship beers alongside the brewery’s own offerings.
The Lake Norman-area taproom features commissioned art and memorabilia from Waltrip’s racing career, plus race watch parties and themed events throughout the year. 📍 10228 Bailey Rd #201, Cornelius, NC 28031
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🏁 Tanasia tells you all about it.
Blume Studios will host the world premiere of Clue: Murder on the Menu this fall in Charlotte, running Oct. 9 through Nov. 22 with a cocktail reception and three-course meal. The two- to two-and-a-half-hour experience lets guests try to solve the murder of Mr. Boddy Black, with the murderer, weapon and room changing every performance. Preview tickets start at $115.65.
🎭 Claire shares ticket details + more.
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