Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers

The Carpe Diem auction ends at 8pm tonight. If you haven’t checked it out yet, please do! Lots of great cozy furniture from the bar that would work at home.

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We sadly announce the auction of the Carpe Diem contents. The auction is live now and goes thru next Sunday, the 8th. This is an opportunity to grab memorabilia or to outfit your restaurant. All the bar furniture is included as well. The couches and coffee tables are in excellent condition. All barstools were just recovered a month before we closed. One of the long bar coolers is brand new and the other is only a few years old. Lots of catering items too. We would love to see these items go to a new home and appreciated. Best of luck with bidding!

https://bid.yourequipmentguys.com/cgi-bin/mmcal.cgi?equipmentguys

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🚨🚨 (ANOTHER) FLASH SALE! ONE-DAY ONLY! 🚨🚨

Our first flash sale was such a success, we’re doing it again, this time with Carpe Diem catering items, priced $1-$50. Most pieces are under $20. Cash and credit accepted, purchases must be taken out at time of sale.

WHEN: 10a-close Thursday, July 16
WHERE: Earl's Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

During the sale, we’ll be following health and wellness measures to support the wellbeing of staff and shoppers:
• Limited number of shoppers in the store at one time.
• Ample access to sanitizer wipes and solution.
• Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces.
• Signs to encourage social distancing while waiting in line.
• Masks are required for entry.

🚨🚨 FLASH SALE! 🚨🚨 ONE DAY ONLY! 🚨🚨

Here’s your chance to take a piece (or two or three) of Carpe Diem home with you! Glassware, silverware, and plates are $1-$10; catering items are between $3-$20. Cash and credit accepted, purchases must be taken out at time of sale.

WHEN: 10a-5p Saturday, July 11
WHERE: Earl's Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204

During the sale, we’ll be following health and wellness measures to support the wellbeing of staff and shoppers:
• Limited number of shoppers in the store at one time.
• Ample access to sanitizer wipes and solution.
• Frequent disinfecting of high-touch surfaces.
• Signs to encourage social distancing while waiting in line.
• Masks are required for entry.

Starting tomorrow (June 17), we’ve got lunch covered!

You can call to order your favorites from Carpe Diem and Earl's Grocery 11a-8:30p, Tuesday-Saturday.

Pickup is at Earl’s Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave. We’ll start taking orders — by phone only — at 11a each day: 704-333-2757

Friends, we won’t be reopening Carpe Diem.

We have put quite a bit of thought into this decision, and it is a loss for all of us. We lost a lot of money with shutting down, and we feel that reopening would be a big financial investment that would likely mean additional loses. If Covid had not happened, we would have renewed our lease. We have had an incredible 30 years and have always shown tenacity.

All is not lost! We are excited to share that we’re reimagining Earl's Grocery. Earl’s menu will shift exclusively to takeout only, and will offer favorites from both menus, including the Carpe Diem fried chicken and Earl’s Harvest Salad, among others. To-go dinner service launched last week, and eventually lunch will be added back in.

We had originally wanted Earl’s to be more of a grocery store, so we are moving forward with a mix of that.

The grocery offerings will be a well-curated mix of everyday brands and speciality items as well as local favorites such as Homeland Creamery milk, local eggs, Duke’s Bread, Chef Alyssa’s Spreads, Cannizzaro sauces, Pure Intentions Coffee and many others.

Online grocery orders and curbside pickup will be part of Earl’s, and we’re hoping to fully launch the new services and business model within the next two weeks.

The to-go menu is currently available 3-8:30p, Tuesday-Saturday. Pickup is at Earl’s Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave. Orders — by phone only — are accepted after 2:30p each day: 704-333-2757.

We’re back, with a twist! Starting Friday (June 5), you can call to order your favorites from Carpe Diem and to-go, 3-8:30p, Tuesday-Saturday. Pickup is at Earl’s Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave. We’ll start taking orders — by phone only — after 2:30p each day: 704-333-2757.

We’re back, with a twist! Starting tomorrow (June 5), you can call to order your favorites from Carpe Diem and Earl's Grocery to-go, 3-8:30p, Tuesday-Saturday. Pickup is at Earl’s Grocery, 1609 Elizabeth Ave. We’ll start taking orders — by phone only — after 2:30p each day: 704-333-2757.

An update:

Be safe, friends!

Curbside menus now available! 🚗 Give us a call at 704.377.7976 to order.

Friends! We’re right there with you on the uncertainty, the questions and the ongoing assessing around COVID-19. We’re working hard to make sure the health and safety of our customers and employees are a priority.

Based on the most current information shared by government health officials, we’ve developed a working plan (subject to change, like everything these days, right?):

* Immediately, we are eliminating some seating at Carpe Diem and Earl's Grocery to enable social distancing in the dining rooms.

* Starting Monday, Earl's Grocery will close daily at 5 p.m.

* We are also working on creating a condensed curbside menu for both restaurants that we will share as soon as possible.

In person or to-go, we are here to help ease your anxiety with the delicious food and the thoughtful kindness you’ve come to expect from Carpe Diem and Earl's Grocery.

Please remember to support locally-owned businesses (which are staffed and operated by your neighbors), in-person or by buying gift cards to use in the future.

Carpe Diem has been part of the Charlotte restaurant scene for 30 years, and we know how this community pulls together when faced with adversity and uncertainty. We’ve done it before, and we’ll do it again, with compassion, kindness and care.

The best way to celebrate getting through the week is with a cocktail in one hand and the dessert menu in the other. 🍷

Looking to surprise your S.O. with a romantic date night? Give us a call at 704.377.7976 and reserve a table! 🍽️

Tuesdays and Appy Hour go together like our Beef Carpaccio and a glass of delicious rosé. 🍷 Enjoy half off appetizers 5-6:30pm Monday-Thursday at the bar.

Celebrating the end of the week with a refreshing cocktail! What’s your drink of choice? 🥃

"Appy Hour" in effect! Half off appetizers between 5-6:30p today through Thursday.⁠

Big party? Intimate dinner? We've got you covered. Our well-appointed, intentional space is welcoming, friendly and cozy.

Rosé this workweek away. 🍷 Stop by and start your weekend with a glass. We're open 5pm-11pm!⁠

Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️ Click the link to watch Chef Vance cook up a perfect Valentine's Day dinner.

Valentine's Dinner With Carpe Diem Chef Thomas Vance with Carpe Diem joined us in the kitchen to show us how to make one of their delicious items on their special Valentine's Day menu!

Are Throwback Thursdays still a thing? We say yes! Did you know we've been on the scene since 1989? Here's a snap of co-owners Bonnie Warford and Tricia Maddrey (snapped by the amazing Deborah Triplett) just before opening our doors for the first time.

We participated in the 20th annual Hospice & Palliative Charlotte Soup On Sunday fundraiser recently and were reminded how grateful we are to be a part of the community. 📷: 300 East, CPCC Hospitality Education

Carpe Diem is hiring a line cook!
https://www.indeedjobs.com/carpe-diem-restaurant/_hl/en?cpref=JXWAtnzf3XWjLOi4YeVNLikN87qYWwuQjxOBzI2RG_Y

Careers at Carpe Diem Restaurant Find your next great career opportunity at Carpe Diem Restaurant

Whenever anyone tells me that they have never been to Carpe Diem I always suggest coming on a Tuesday night. Not only are most appetizers 50% off from 5pm-6:30pm (Monday - Thursday), but our house cocktails are 1/3 off too. The couple who wrote this review enjoyed trying our appetizers and raved about it. Make Carpe Diem your spot for drinks and snacks afterwork too!

"Appy hour" for the win! - Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte, NC - TripAdvisor Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte: "Appy hour" for the win!

Executive Chef and .cara2019 working hard to get ready for our New Year’s service tomorrow night. We have just a few early and late reservations left up for grabs, so book NOW if you would like a table in the dining room. We’re also offering an a la carte menu at the bar, so come on in and join us as we close out 2019! We have a lot of exciting things in store for you all in 2020, so stay tuned. 🥂 🎉 💥

Check out our latest rave review on ! !

Cozy romantic restaurant with great food - Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte, NC - TripAdvisor Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte: Cozy romantic restaurant with great food

We’re not open for but our sister business is offering a full lineup of ready-to-eat items — from to pie — for your dinner table this year. Turkey orders must be placed by the 21st. All other orders require a 48 hour advanced notice. Click the link in the Earl’s IG bio to look at the full 2019 holiday menu. What are some of your Thanksgiving must-haves? 🦃 🥘 🥧 🍴

It is always a good day when we start with a glowing review.

Great find! - Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte, NC - TripAdvisor Review of Carpe Diem Restaurant & Caterers, Charlotte: Great find!

We are proud to be a recognized as one of the top 50 LGBTQ owned restaurants in America. Celebrate Pride everyday with us!
https://blog.opentable.com/2019/celebrate-pride-month-at-lgbtq-owned-operated-restaurants/

Celebrate Pride Month at LGBTQ+ Owned + Operated Restaurants - OpenTable Blog With more than 51,000 restaurants, OpenTable has the right restaurant for whatever you’re celebrating — and that includes Pride Month 2019. In honor of the occasion, we’re highlighting LGBTQ+ owned and operated restaurants and those doing something special to support the community in Australia...

Do you have what it takes to become our next Sous Chef?

Carpe Diem – Sous Chef | Piedmont Culinary Guild Carpe Diem, in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Sous Chef to assist with daily kitchen operations, provide professional leadership, and direct kitchen personnel.

Korean fried carrots. This is our vegetarian play on Korean chicken wings. Twice fried, gochujang, peanut, honey and crystallized ginger.

Easter Sunday shenanigans!
This crew of merry pranksters crushed service today!

50 Reasons to Love the South There are countless things to love about the South, and this list is a perfect place to start.

We are so proud our grilled grape salad is so popular that it was rated number 1!

It is also featured on our Restaurant Week menu. Make your reservations now!

https://www.charlotteagenda.com/127099/best-salads-in-charlotte/

28 best salads in Charlotte, ranked Four traditional falafel cakes on a bed of mixed greens, topped with red onion, cucumber, feta cheese, tomato, pepperoncini and toasted sesame seeds with tahini dressing or garlick-parsley.

Thank you, Kristen Wile, for the very nice write-up on your site - Unpretentious Palate!

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https://unpretentiouspalate.com/carpe-diem/

Carpe Diem – Unpretentious Palate This elegant dining room is home to some of the city's earliest ingredient-driven dishes

We are proud to be included in the top restaurants, #15! Congratulations to all who were included.

https://www.charlotteagenda.com/97756/top-50-restaurants-in-charlotte/

Top 50 restaurants in Charlotte, ranked Rankings are based on food, vibe, beverages, and service. I have nothing against chains and I’m a big fan of Chili’s, but to be eligible, restaurants had to be locally driven.

Can you believe it? 29 Years! We're so thankful for your support through all the years (and locations!). To celebrate, we're offering a three-course Anniversary Special .. Friday and Saturday .. our warm goat cheese salad, famous buttermilk fried chicken, and your choice of dessert for just $35 (+tax/tip).

Use the link below for reservations .. or use the Resy app on your phone.

See you this weekend!

https://carpediemrestaurant.com/reservations/

What can you get at Carpe Diem for $35 now through July 28 during Charlotte Restaurant Week? Check this out!

Reserve your table now ..

https://carpediemrestaurant.com/reservations/
(or use the Resy app on your phone or tablet)

See you soon!