Charlotte has no shortage of new and coming-soon restaurants, but the city's food scene didn't happen overnight. For 30 years, staples like Mimosa Grill have helped shape the Queen City's dining scene — and the Uptown restaurant is celebrating the milestone with a new menu.

The anniversary menu highlights the local ingredients and farmers that have been part of Mimosa Grill's story, from fresh-milled grits and Carolina seafood to seasonal vegetables like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and asparagus.

"Our shrimp or grouper piccata is from Charlotte Fish Company," Director of Operations Tripp Cagle told CLTtoday. "Unless you go fish yourself, you're not getting anything better."

A dinner table with a plate with a pork chop and slaw, a plate of vegetables, and a cast-iron skillet with Brussels sprouts. — Our table was packed with Brussels sprouts, the pork chop, and a custom vegetable plate. | Photo by CLTtoday

But food isn't the only reason diners have kept coming back. Inside, cherry wood tables create a warm and inviting atmosphere that gives the restaurant a timeless feel, while the covered patio offers views of Wells Fargo Plaza.

"The food is why people come back. But we've also created a warm, hospitable environment," said Cagle. "While Charlotte has added a lot of small restaurants and chains, we've lasted and created memories. Like couples having their first date, getting engaged, or bringing their grandkids to sit in the same booth. That's how impactful restaurants can be."

The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with brunch served on weekends. Menus include Southern-inspired dishes, cocktails, wine, and beer. Plus, parking is validated.