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    1897 Market, Restaurant in Charlotte
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    1897 Market

    Berryhill, Charlotte

    Restaurant in Charlotte, United States

    Why go

    1897 Market is a practical Charlotte airport pick when a seated meal matters more than a destination dining experience. Use it for pre-flight groups, casual business meals, or a low-pressure celebration before boarding; cross-shop nearby airport peers if gate location, drinks, or barbecue matters more.

    About 1897 Market

    1897 Market is a Charlotte venue with daily operating hours. It is best checked close to the time of visit for the latest menu, service, and planning details.

    A practical Charlotte choice with hours

    The clearest planning detail for 1897 Market is its schedule: it is listed as open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6 AM to 10 PM, and Wednesday from 7 AM to 10 PM. Those hours make timing the main advantage, especially for guests who need a Charlotte option with broad daily coverage.

    Because cuisine, chef, awards, menu format, price details, and private-room information are not listed, this is not a profile to build around a specific dish, tasting menu, drinks program, or special-occasion format. Confirm current menu, availability, and any service details directly before making plans.

    Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop

    Pick 1897 Market if the deciding factor is a Charlotte venue with the hours listed above. If you are comparing nearby or relevant options, you can also look at Tequileria, Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse B, Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10, OneSixty Cocktails & Kitchen, and Marquee Charlotte. Compare them based on current listings and your schedule.

    The takeThis venue reads as a smart choice for travelers who want better-than-average airport food without sacrificing speed. It is especially fitting for business travelers and solo visitors passing through Charlotte Douglas International Airport who need something substantial, well executed, and accessible on a tight timeline. Because it follows a market/food-hall architecture, it also suits small groups or companions with varied tastes who prefer ordering at multiple stations and sharing at communal seating. It is less aimed at leisurely, multi-course dining and more at efficient, thoughtful meals on the go.
    Venue detailsLocal Sourcing
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextCharlotte, United States

    Planning details

    Location
    5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208
    Reservations
    Book on OpenTable
    Website
    maps.cltairport.com
    Phone
    +17043594013
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    1897 Market presents itself as a pragmatic, modern intervention within the predictable churn of airport dining. The piece frames it as a market-format operation that deliberately departs from grab-and-go sameness, positioning counters and stations as the organizing principle. That translates to a brisk, casual energy—less formal dining room and more modular, station-driven experience—that nevertheless aspires to a higher level of ambition than typical terminal outlets. The tone conveyed by the description is contemporary and utilitarian: efficient by necessity, but attentive to Charlotte’s evolving culinary standards.

    Best For

    This venue reads as a smart choice for travelers who want better-than-average airport food without sacrificing speed. It is especially fitting for business travelers and solo visitors passing through Charlotte Douglas International Airport who need something substantial, well executed, and accessible on a tight timeline. Because it follows a market/food-hall architecture, it also suits small groups or companions with varied tastes who prefer ordering at multiple stations and sharing at communal seating. It is less aimed at leisurely, multi-course dining and more at efficient, thoughtful meals on the go.

    Ordering Tips

    Treat 1897 Market like a market hall: expect to order at stations or counters rather than through a single server. The description emphasizes disaggregated stations for proteins and sides, so plan to mix-and-match rather than follow a fixed menu sequence. Because the venue is conceived to handle high throughput with low friction, anticipate quick service and a pick-up or counter delivery model—ideal for compressed schedules. If you have time constraints, prioritize what you want before lining up to move efficiently through the different counters.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A busy, airport-market atmosphere with an urban-gourmet feel, featuring a raw bar, open/exhibition kitchen, woodstone pizza oven, and a lively yet polished dining room.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ModernEnergeticTrendy

    Best For

    Business DinnerGroup DiningSolo

    Experience

    Open KitchenDesign DestinationStandalone

    Sourcing

    Local Sourcing

    At the Table

    Noise Level
    Loud
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Large

    Signature Dishes

    • Dirty Mac & Cheese
    • Shrimp and Grits
    • 1897 Burger
    • Steak Frites
    • Breakfast Pizza
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208
    Planning details

    Location

    5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208 · Directions

    +17043594013

    maps.cltairport.com

    Book on OpenTable

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Tequileria, Notable alternative
    • Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse B, Notable alternative
    • Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10, Notable alternative
    • OneSixty Cocktails & Kitchen, Notable alternative
    • Marquee Charlotte, Notable alternative
    Restaurant context

    How 1897 Market compares in Charlotte airport dining

    Choose 1897 Market when the group wants a seated, general-purpose meal inside Charlotte Douglas and booking friction needs to stay low. Tequileria is the better call for a drinks-led stop, while Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse B makes more sense when barbecue is the specific craving rather than a broader sit-down meal.

    Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10 wins on convenience if the gate location lines up with the flight, especially for travelers who do not want to backtrack through the terminal. 1897 Market is stronger for mixed groups who need a neutral pick and enough structure for a pre-flight business meal or casual celebration.

    Outside the airport context, OneSixty Cocktails & Kitchen and Marquee Charlotte are better cross-shops for readers planning an actual Charlotte night out. Pick those when ambience and occasion energy matter more than airport convenience; stay with 1897 Market when the flight schedule is the main constraint.

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    1897 Market Charlotte and similar venues
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    1897 MarketCharlotteNo published awards
    TequileriaCharlotteNo published awards
    Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse BCharlotteNo published awards
    Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10CharlotteNo published awards
    OneSixty Cocktails & KitchenCharlotteNo published awards
    Marquee CharlotteCharlotteNo published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I order at 1897 Market?
    What should a first-timer know about 1897 Market?

    The most reliable planning detail is the schedule: 1897 Market is listed as open 6 AM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and 7 AM to 10 PM on Wednesday. Other specifics, including cuisine, pricing, service style, and menu highlights, are not listed.

    How far ahead should I book 1897 Market?
    Is 1897 Market good for a special occasion?

    There is not enough information here to recommend it for a specific kind of celebration. If the occasion depends on atmosphere, menu format, seating, or service details, confirm those points directly before planning around 1897 Market.

    What are alternatives to 1897 Market in Charlotte?

    Other comparison options include Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse B, Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10, Tequileria, OneSixty Cocktails & Kitchen, and Marquee Charlotte. Use current details from each venue to compare hours, location needs, menu, and availability.