In a city full of gleaming new food halls, the original still has the most heart. The Market at 7th Street — Charlotte’s original food hall — is a nonprofit small-business incubator in the heart of Uptown, and it just might be the happiest place to eat in the Queen City.
Since opening, the Market has incubated more than 175 businesses — and the numbers tell a beautiful story: 80% women-owned businesses, 60% minority-owned, and 100% locally owned and operated. Every meal here directly supports Charlotte’s brightest food and retail entrepreneurs.
What you will find
- Comfort classics to bold new bites — breakfast, lunch and dinner options from a diverse mix of local vendors.
- Local and global fare — familiar favorites alongside adventurous flavors from around the world.
- Hand-crafted goods — unique retail from local makers, perfect for gifts.
- Events and pop-ups — the Market hosts tastings, gatherings and community events year-round.
Plan your visit
- Where: The Market at 7th Street, Uptown Charlotte
- Hours: Mon 8 a.m.–9 p.m. (limited vendors); Tue–Thu 8 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri–Sat 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
- More info: themarketat7thstreet.com
Come hungry and curious: wander the stalls, chat with the makers, and discover your new favorite dish. Happy City News loves that every dollar spent here stays in Charlotte — proof that the tastiest food hall in town can also be the one with the biggest heart.
Gift cards make great presents for the food lover in your life. Pair your visit with a stroll through Uptown’s parks and public art. Whether it is a quick weekday lunch or a leisurely Saturday tasting tour, the Market at 7th Street delivers the authentic, community-powered flavor of Charlotte.
