Published July 8, 2023
Downtown Davidson City Guide - What to Do, Eat, Drink, & Experience!
Take a drive down Main Street in Davidson and try not to fall in love. We dare you.
It truly doesn't get any better than Downtown Davidson.
We cherish the historic buildings, picturesque storefronts, as well as the fresh new shops that never fail
to get better with time. So check out our suggestions in quaint little Davidson, and eat your heart out!
Buckle up, enjoy, and as always, never forget to be a tourist in your own city!
- Davidson Farmer's Market (Saturday's 9am - 12pm in the parking lot behind Summit Coffee)
- Try to escape at Escape 109
- Catch a movie at Our Town Cinemas
- Walk around the beautiful Davidson College campus!
Eat:
- Brunch: Famous Toastery
- Childhood Faves and Davidson Nostalgia: Soda Shop
- For the Foodies: Kindred
- Mexican: Mestizo
- Farm to Table: The Pickled Peach
- Pizza: Mandolino's Artisan Pizza (RIP Fuel, iykyk)
- If there's a game to watch: Brickhouse Tavern
- If you like to build your own: Davidson Ice House
- If you want to be on the water: North Harbor Club
Dessert:
Adult Drinks:
Caffeinated Drinks:
- Summit Coffee Co. (The OG circa 1998)
- Good Drip Coffee
- 77 Grounds Coffee
Shop:
- Moxie Mercantile
- Jewel Box
- The Village Store
- Honeysuckle Home
- Davidson College Store

Are you one of those that needs help with a plan? We've got you covered, choose your plan below!
Family Night:
- Park the car, and walk the friendly streets of Davidson!
- Start at Carrburritos Taqueria for dinner
- Skip across the street to Whit's Frozen Custard for dessert
- Check out the live music behind Summit Coffee, and grab a spot under the string lights!
Date Night:
- These options have atmospheres conducive to connecting and enjoying time with your better half!
- Catch a waterfront sunset and a pre-dinner drink at Lake Norman Cottage or The Cabin
- Head to Flatiron for a romantic dinner inside their quaint restaurant, with a terrific view of Main Street
- Wrap it up with a wine flight and local truffles from Davidson Wine Co. (if you're lucky, they'll have live music too!)
Friend Outing:
- How about a progressive dinner and bar crawl? All of these options are conducive for a group, offering both food and beverage!
- Fresh handmade Margaritas with delicious chips and dip at Carrburritos Taqueria
- Head to Davidson Pizza Company to split a pie, apps, or wings
- If music is your groove, grab a spot outside of Summit Coffee under the string lights with a caffeinated or adult beverage
- Head down to Kindred for some patio cocktails and small plates to pass
- For a more substantial meal, head to Brickhouse Tavern for huge variety of apps and entrees!
For other suggestions or questions, don't hesitate to contact us today!
(704) 800-6641 - info@elevateREpros.com

**Last updated 7/28/2021
