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Postino Plaza Midwood logs Mecklenburg County food permit

CEO of the 35-location chain; opened Postino's second Charlotte café in Plaza Midwood in September 2026

Mecklenburg County logged a food establishment permit on Oct. 22 for Postino's Plaza Midwood café, a county record for a restaurant that was already serving customers. The permit lists 1515 Central Ave; Postino gives its address as 1606 Commonwealth Ave, Suite 101, in the Commonwealth development.

Updated Oct 24

Notable Quotes

We've absolutely loved getting to know the Charlotte community in Ballantyne. Everyone has welcomed us with open arms over the past two years, and that's exactly why we knew we wanted to expand here.

from Postino Plaza Midwood logs Mecklenburg County food permit · Updated Oct 24

Our goal is for Postino to become a true 'third place' for Charlotteans.

from Postino Plaza Midwood logs Mecklenburg County food permit · Updated Oct 24

"There's a really strong sense of community and gathering in this neck of the woods, especially with the area being walkable for many residents living nearby."

from Postino Plaza Midwood logs Mecklenburg County food permit · Updated Oct 24

"People here are always looking to connect to people and food, and that is everything Postino stands for."

from Postino Plaza Midwood logs Mecklenburg County food permit · Updated Oct 24