Published January 24, 2024
Kannapolis City Guide - What To Do, Eat, Drink & Experience
Kannapolis is home to one of Charlotte's fastest growing downtown areas, and if you haven't visited yet, this is your sign to check it out!
The downtown Kannapolis area even has a designated social district called The West Avenue District. This hotspot allows for visitors to roam freely throughout the sidewalks and common areas throughout the district while enjoying their alcoholic beverages.
Restaurants, breweries, boutiques, a baseball stadium that rivals even the most beautiful Truist Field...and even a speakeasy!
Buckle up, enjoy, and as always, never forget to be a tourist in your own city!
Do:
- Kingpin Underground Bowling
- Kannapolis Cannon Baller Stadium
- Village Park Splash Pad
- The Blind Fox Speakeasy
- Parks in the Kannapolis area
Eat:
- Mexican: La Caterina's
- Thai / Japanese / Sushi: Bonsai Kitchen
- Tacos: Sabor Latin Street Grill
- Pizza: The Corner Crust Pizza & Brew
- Burgers: What-a-Burger
- Steak: Chophouse 101
- Italian: Pasta on Main
- Brunch: Casa Durham 1936
- Nostalgia Soda Shop Vibes: Park Road Soda Shoppe
Dessert:
- My Sister's Place Ice Cream & Fudge
- Eat Cakes Bakery
- Decadence Popcorn
- James' Sweet Spot
- The Sweetest Thing Ice Cream Shop
Adult Drinks:
- Old Armor Beer
- Pro tip: They have beer, cider, wine and liquor options!
- The Blind Fox Speakeasy
- Tipsy Hair Ciderworks
- Gaelic Alley Irish Pub
- Grounds & Vine
Caffeinated Drinks:
- Local Patriot Roasting Co
- Editions Bookstore and Coffee Shop
- Grounds & Vine
- B&K Tea Cafe
- Veni Vidi Vici Cafe
- Sullivan's Buttery
Shop:
- Nostalgia Hollow Co.
- Elle's Tique
- Marketplace on Main Antiques
- Lennon Boutique
- 3 Jems Boutique
- Cannon Honey Mill
- James' Sweet Spot
- Sweetest Beginnings Home & Baby
- Boujee Babies
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 Kannapolis!
- You can't go wrong with some family fun at Kingpin Underground Bowling
- Continue the downtown family fun night with a quick walk to Corner Crust for some delicious pizza
- End the evening with some classic nostalgic sweets, or try something new at James' Sweet Spot, and maybe grab a game to learn together as well!
Date Night:
- These options have atmospheres conducive to connecting and enjoying time with your better half!
- Start your date by taking a step back in time at The Blind Fox Speakeasy with some delicious and beautiful drinks - maybe even throw in an app to start
- Walk down the block to Chophouse 101 for a delicious and romantic dinner
- End the evening with some classic or fun and different popcorn flavors from Decadence Popcorn, and enjoy sharing them over an adult beverages at Old Armor Beer bonus if they have life music too!
Friend Outing:
- All of these options are conducive for a group, offering both food and beverage!
- Start by grabbing a drink and some apps at The Blind Fox Speakeasy it's a fun spot for the whole group to experiment with some artful drinks
- Grab a delicious meal at Sabor, there's something for everyone - and if all else fails...tacos!
- End the evening at Old Armor Beer (they have beer, cider, wine and liquor options!) and usually have live music on the weekends, so get dancing!
For other suggestions or questions, don't hesitate to contact us today!
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**Last updated 1/24/2024
