AZUCAR
Modern Cuban, Huntersville Original
Bold flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and a Cuban spirit that feels miles away from a chain — right here in Huntersville, NC.
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About the Restaurant
THE STORY
Azucar Cuban Restaurant brings the rich, layered flavors of Cuba to the Charlotte area with two locations built around one idea: real food, real atmosphere, real culture. The Huntersville spot has become a genuine neighborhood fixture — a place locals actually drive across town for, not just stumble into.
The menu spans lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with everything from slow-roasted Lechón Asado to pressed Cubanos and handcrafted mojitos. The cocktail program is serious — not an afterthought. And the brunch? It turns a Sunday into something you plan around.
Whether you're coming for a weekday lunch, a Friday night out, or a lazy weekend brunch with a coquito colada in hand, Azucar delivers a dining experience that feels distinctly un-chain, in all the right ways.
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary — verify on their website or call ahead before visiting.
Our Picks
WHAT TO ORDER
LUNCH SPECIALS
El Cubano
Classic pressed sandwich — mojo-marinated pork, Swiss, pickles, mustard on pan cubano
Lechón Asado
Slow-roasted pork with citrus mojo sauce, black beans & white rice
Ropa Vieja
Braised shredded beef in tomato-sofrito sauce, served with rice and sweet plantains
COCKTAILS
Classic Mojito
House-pressed lime, fresh mint, aged rum, sugar, sparkling water
Cuban Mule
Rum, ginger beer, fresh lime — served in a copper mug, Charlotte style
Coquito Colada
Tropical coconut-rum blend with house-made coquito mix — rich and silky
BRUNCH
Eggs Benedict Cubano
Pan cubano toast, jamón, perfectly poached eggs, citrus hollandaise
Tres Leches French Toast
Thick brioche soaked in tres leches custard, topped with cinnamon whipped cream
Guayaba & Cheese Empanada
Flaky pastry stuffed with guava jam and cream cheese — perfect starter or side
GET READY PARA LA RUMBA
Azucar brings the rich, modern flavors of Cuba right to Charlotte. From the first mojito to the last bite of tres leches, this is a dining experience that earns its place on any Charlotte list.
Find Azucar
LOCATIONS
Huntersville — Featured
Azucar Cuban Restaurant
Huntersville, NC 28078
Online & Reservations
View the full menu, check hours, and explore both Charlotte-area locations at the official Azucar website.