Guided tours

Vegetarian-friendly restaurants

The Fig Tree Restaurant (Italian, French): http://charlottefigtree.com/
Mama’s Ricotta’s (Italian): https://www.mamaricottas.com/
The Melting Pot (American, International): https://www.meltingpot.com/charlotte-midtown-nc/
Romeo's Vegan Burger (USA burger with no meat): this is an absolute crowd-pleaser, so be aware that there might be a line. Their website is https://www.romeosveganburgers.com/

The Barcelona Wine Bar (https://barcelonawinebar.com/) may be a good option as well, but it is important to check about their vegetarian options.

The Oh My Soul restaurant (see below) would also fit this category. It has lots of options, including great vegan ice creams.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (some lactose-free options): the franchise website is https://jenis.com/. The best location in town is at 416 E 36th St Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28205, next to the 36th St station of the light rail (just a few stations south of UNC Charlotte).
Oh My Soul (vegan restaurant and bakery): Located in the Arts District of Charlotte, North Carolina – OH MY SOUL is NoDa's first vegan restaurant. Address: 3046 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205.
Andy's Frozen Custard (a great chain): 8835 Christenbury Pkwy, Concord, NC 28027 (see https://locations.eatandys.com/ for this and more locations)

Qamaria Coffee (Yemen coffee): ****https://order.qamariacoffee.com/order/qamaria-charlotte (9325 J W Clay Boulevard, Suite 223, Charlotte, NC)
Night Swim Roastery & Cafe (cozy coffee place with some pastries): https://nightswimcoffee.com/ (4500 Old Pineville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217)
Vavela Cafe (artisan coffee and Mediterranean patisserie): https://www.vavela.com/ (9325 J W Clay Boulevard, Suite 223, Charlotte, NC)