Charlotte’s Downtown guidebook for Historic Lofts!

Charlotte
Charlotte’s Downtown guidebook for Historic Lofts!

Must Do!

Less than 2 blocks away is our vibrant Art Studio / Wine Bar open daily for Classes and Freestyle. No skills needed for either! Walk in or make reservations. Create your own masterpiece with the help of our staff! Great for a unique outing. All ages welcome.
Studio Cellar
912 Lady St
Less than 2 blocks away is our vibrant Art Studio / Wine Bar open daily for Classes and Freestyle. No skills needed for either! Walk in or make reservations. Create your own masterpiece with the help of our staff! Great for a unique outing. All ages welcome.

Food/Drink

Bourbon is a whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole restaurant located just steps from the South Carolina State Capitol building at 1214 Main Street in the historic Brennen Building (1869)
60 locals recommend
Bourbon
1214 Main St
60 locals recommend
Bourbon is a whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole restaurant located just steps from the South Carolina State Capitol building at 1214 Main Street in the historic Brennen Building (1869)
Dive bar located underground. Elevated burgers & other hearty pub fare in easygoing subterranean quarters with quirky decor.
29 locals recommend
The Whig
1200 Main St
29 locals recommend
Dive bar located underground. Elevated burgers & other hearty pub fare in easygoing subterranean quarters with quirky decor.
Tequilla bar on Lady St. Warm, contemporary option serving Mexican cuisine such as tacos, burritos, beers & tequila drinks.
9 locals recommend
COA Agaveria Y Cocina
823a Lady Street
9 locals recommend
Tequilla bar on Lady St. Warm, contemporary option serving Mexican cuisine such as tacos, burritos, beers & tequila drinks.
We like this place if we are going out for a oyster shot to start the night with. They also have live music plaing upstairs usually!
41 locals recommend
Pearlz Oyster Bar
936 Gervais St
41 locals recommend
We like this place if we are going out for a oyster shot to start the night with. They also have live music plaing upstairs usually!
Fresh sushi! I love a good poke. Walk over about 4 blocks.
Poke Bros.
5225 Sunset Blvd
Fresh sushi! I love a good poke. Walk over about 4 blocks.

Other Fun Stuff to Do

Boutique bowling with restaurant, bar, lounge, games and a pour your own taproom in the basement.
32 locals recommend
Nicky's Pizzeria Five Points
2123 Greene St
32 locals recommend
Boutique bowling with restaurant, bar, lounge, games and a pour your own taproom in the basement.
You can take a scenic walk.
51 locals recommend
West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater
109 Alexander Rd
51 locals recommend
You can take a scenic walk.

Food scene

Incredible Vegan dishes! (I'm not even vegan.) Niche spot offering globally influenced organic, raw & vegan dishes along with juices & smoothies. Located on 1614 Main St. 8 minute walk, 4 blocks away.
21 locals recommend
Good Life Cafe
1216 Main St
21 locals recommend

Music Scene

Unpretentious shotgun shack bar & music venue with creative takes on American pub food.
23 locals recommend
Tin Roof Columbia
1022 Senate St
23 locals recommend
Unpretentious shotgun shack bar & music venue with creative takes on American pub food.
Underground club with live music & an artsy vibe has a dance floor, lounge & full bar plus karaoke.
21 locals recommend
Art Bar
1211 Park St
21 locals recommend
Underground club with live music & an artsy vibe has a dance floor, lounge & full bar plus karaoke.

Breakfast Close By

It's only 2 blocks away for a fast and yummy breakfast.
Panera Bread
277 Bower Pkwy
It's only 2 blocks away for a fast and yummy breakfast.