1897 Market
Berryhill, Charlotte
Restaurant in Charlotte, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
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 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.
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.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 6 AM–10 PM · Tuesday: 6 AM–10 PM
- Location
- 5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- maps.cltairport.com
- Phone
- +17043594013
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. 1897 Market is contemporary and utilitarian, efficient by necessity and 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
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Loud
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Beer, Cocktails, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Opened
- 2015
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
Hours
- Monday
- 6 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 6 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 7 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 6 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 6 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 6 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 6 AM–10 PM
Location
5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28208 · Directions
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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Compare 1897 Market
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 1897 Market | Charlotte | No published awards |
| Tequileria | Charlotte | No published awards |
| Midwood Smokehouse - CLT Airport Concourse B | Charlotte | No published awards |
| Whisky River - CLT Airport Concourse E, Gate E10 | Charlotte | No published awards |
| OneSixty Cocktails & Kitchen | Charlotte | No published awards |
| Marquee Charlotte | Charlotte | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about 1897 Market?
The most reliable planning detail is the schedule: 1897 Market is open 6 AM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and 7 AM to 10 PM on Wednesday.
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.
