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French · Charlotte · $$$
4.8(53)
Charlotte, NC · $$$
L’Ostrica blends tradition and curiosity to create dining experiences that celebrate the best of every season. James Beard Award recipient Eric Ferguson and his partner, Cat Carter, design each season's menus through the unique lens of their combined experiences and in partnership with local farms. They're excited to share all of this with you in an intimate and approachable space designed to make you feel at home—or perhaps somewhere else entirely.
“This is the place to be in Charlotte. I’ve had tasting menus all over the country and this can hold its own against any Michelin star restaurants. Chef Eric is very talented, friendly, and approachable. It was cool to see him in the dining room running food, explaining dishes, clearing plates, etc. It’s great to see a chef who is so talented but who is also very hands on. Cheers chef. Well done”
“We went on 12/28 for their Sunday Supper and had a great experience. The five-course meal took about 2 hours and 15 minutes and never felt rushed or drawn out—each course was nicely timed. Service was excellent, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. One of the co-owners, Cat, was there that evening and was very friendly and personable, which added a nice personal touch. Our 11-year-old son was the only child there that night, and the staff made him feel welcome, which we appreciated. Be sure to check the website for the Sunday menu since it changes often, and note that reservations are required. Full payment, including a 20% gratuity, is charged to your credit card at the time of booking; the only charges the night of the meal are for any drinks you order. There’s a nearby parking garage with three hours of free parking, which is convenient. We really enjoyed the experience and look forward to returning.”
“How do they not have a Michelin star yet? We traveled to NYC twice this year and visited two Michelin restaurants (Atera & Per Se) and the tasting menu here was totally on par. In my humble opinion, the owners should consider taking Haymaker’s space in uptown. That beautiful space is much more worthy of this incredible food. Could charge more per person easily. Thank you for a memorable experience and exceptional food!”
“We celebrated my birthday at L’Ostrica with the six course tasting menu and I was blown away! Every course was delicious and so creative! The cocktails we tried were so yummy! The pamplemousse spritz was the best! The entire staff was so knowledgeable and sweet. They made my birthday so special and sent us home with a copy of the menu, a handwritten note, and madeleines! Will absolutely celebrate with them in the future!”
“The experience at L’Ostrica didn’t live up to the expectations set by the reputation or the price point. The plating was exquisite and most dishes were very good, but several missed the mark with off flavors that felt unexpected—and not in a good way. The wine selection was spectacular, cocktails were exquisite, and the service was excellent throughout the evening. Everyone we interacted with was genuinely welcoming, which made the experience feel warm and inviting. Unfortunately, the food itself didn’t justify the cost. It felt like more emphasis was placed on presentation and descriptive flair than on delivering standout flavor. At a lower price point I’d be far less critical, but when a restaurant positions itself—and charges—for excellence, the food needs to deliver on that promise. I was truly happy to give L’Ostrica a try and came in excited, especially given the strong reputation. While I appreciated the hospitality and service, the overall culinary execution fell short for me.”
4701 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209, US
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