Dining at UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

Dining

Experience elevated American cuisine and handcrafted drinks at UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center’s signature restaurant Golden Owl Tavern. Open daily, the contemporary tavern menu specializes in approachable American dishes prepared from high-quality ingredients. Whether you are planning an afternoon business lunch, an evening out with friends, or a cocktail reception on a private patio, Golden Owl Tavern is the perfect choice.

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Golden Owl Tavern

Golden Owl Tavern

American

Whether its game day, wedding day or Wednesday, treat yourself to creative dishes and cocktails made by our culinary and mixology experts. Our restaurant near UNCC and PNC Music Pavilion buzzes with excitement day and night.

Mon-Fri
6:30 AM-10:00 AM, 11:00 AM-2:00 PM, 4:00 PM-10:00 PM
Sat-Sun
7:00 AM-1:00 PM, 4:00 PM-10:00 PM

Live Music at Golden Owl Tavern

Golden Owl Tavern hosts free live musical performances, showcasing local, emerging artists. Unwind over elevated American fare and handcrafted cocktails while enjoying an intimate concert experience in our vibrant space. The talent-filled lineup lends itself to lively evenings spent connecting over contemporary dishes and drinks inspired by traditional southern cuisine with a modern twist.

Outdoor Patio & Firepits

UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center Signature restaurant Golden Owl Tavern, features an inviting patio with glowing fire pits and plush lounges that create a laid back-yet-stylish setting for al fresco dining against a lush landscape. Relax with a locally inspired cocktail near the warming fireplaces before settling in for chef-driven dining experience. With wines, beers, and seasonally inspired drinks, the patio’s flickering firelight makes for an unforgettable evening. Golden Owl Tavern’s patio fuses a cozy ambiance with contemporary fare and drinks that allow North Carolina’s bountiful seasons and community to shine.

Golden Owl Firepits

Private Dining & Events

Host your next occasion in the versatile private dining venues at the Golden Owl Tavern, inside UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. Our venues are ideal for business dinners, team celebrations, rehearsal dinners, networking mixers, baby showers, and more. Our intimate private dining room welcomes groups of up to 12 for a relaxing dinner or private meeting over exciting southern-inspired cuisine. For a unique reception, our glowing fireside patio features plush seating for 18 around cozy fire pits. Or if you are looking for more space our outdoor patio accommodates events and receptions for up to 60, with ambiance perfect for bridal showers, luncheons, or casual gatherings. Each private space boasts its unique personality while promising inspired fare, curated wine, and hand-crafted cocktail offerings. So set the scene for your next private event at Golden Owl Tavern.

Golden Owl Tavern Dining

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