Welcome to Exotica-Indian Kitchen & Bar, Charlotte, NC’s finest destination for food and drink connoisseurs. Exotica guarantees an exquisite experience that will leave you wanting more as the best bar in Charlotte and one of the most sought-after Indian restaurants in Charlotte NC.
Enter a realm where flavors come to life and magic pervades the air. Exotica is proud to serve real Indian cuisine that represents India’s rich traditions and bright spices. From aromatic curries to sizzling tandoori treats, each dish is a work of art made by our talented chefs who are dedicated to take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey.
Based on 232 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Address:
500 S College St #150, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone: (980) 236-8505
Website:
Hours
| Tuesday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday |
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Sunday |
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Monday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
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Reviews
Em Holmes
Best Indian restaurant in Charlotte!
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Foster JOVIN
I am from the carribbean and I just moved to Charlotte, I was looking for a good restaurant to have lunch around my work area. I have been there twice, for sure I will come back again and again. I was really satisfied with the food (salt, oil, flavor, taste, are on point) the service (servers are kind and dressed well) and the atmosphere (quiet, with some good indian music in the background).
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Jacqueline Telljohann
Charlotte’s Indian food scene has really started to shine and this spot is a great addition to it.
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Pavan Kota
Great food and good service. Chilli cauliflower florets, Lasooni Jhinga, Chicken Biryani were good when we went. This place has great drinks as well. Definitely check this place if you are looking for good Indian food and drinks in the Charlotte area.
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Catherine Wang
We went during restaurant week, and this place absolutely blew our taste buds out of the water! Exotica is owned by Triveni Supermarket, a local Indian grocery store in Pineville where a friend of ours said had the most authentic Indian food, and boy did the reputation carry over.
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Sheetal dave
Truly enjoyed our dinner!! Highly recommended anyone who is looking for new Indian restaurant in town, you won’t get disappointed, Warm welcome by the host gives away how your experience will be, server were well trained, menu was not overwhelming, Drinks options were plenty, they took their time to prepare food and you can tell that it was made fresh, quality and quantity was good.
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Derek Gramke
Food was amazing! Possibly some of the best Indian food I’ve had. Had the lunch special and it was the perfect portion. I will come back when I’m in Charlotte again!
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Karthikeyan Loganathan
It’s our repeat visit. Generally it’s an awesome upscale Indian cuisine option in uptown. It was elevated with live performances and karaoke open mic for Father’s Day weekend special.
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Scott Wilezol
Wow! A truly spectacular Indian restaurant in Uptown! After dining here and eating a number of the dishes, I was blown away. Full-on complex flavors…. Each dish was distinct. Asked for heat and got heat. Protein was nicely cooked. I can’t wait to return….I’m so excited!
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Minty Meade
I was a party at four today who dined at Exotica. We all thought it was the very best Indian food any of us had ever had. I ordered the butter chicken with the garlic Nam, and it was out of this world good !!! The atmosphere inside the restaurant is lovely and the service is superb. We all gave the experience a 10 out of 10. It was just excellent !!!
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