Restaurant in Charlotte, NC
The Don's Kitchen is a soul food operation based out of The City Kitch West End at 2200 Thrift Rd. in Charlotte, serving what it describes as "Bougie Soul Food" Monday through Saturday. The menu leans heavily on Southern comfort staples executed with a heavier hand toward seafood and wings. Seafood platters include deep fried crab legs, deep fried lobster tails, lemon pepper shrimp, and whiting, croaker, tilapia, and hot lemon pepper fish, each served with two sides, along with a simple fried fish sandwich for those who want something quicker. Wings are a clear specialty, offered as "Wang" platters in an unusually wide range of house flavors, including 24KT, Crown Peach, Garlic Parmesan, Henny, Honey Gold, Honey Hot, Honey Lemon, Hot/Mild, Lemon Pepper, and Strawberry Hennessy, each served with two sides or available on their own. Turkey leg platters round out the proteins, offered with a choice of sauces. Sides include Zaddy Mac, Trap Corn, vegetable baked beans, fried okra, potato salad, coleslaw, shrimp, and fries, with rainbow lemonade as a signature beverage. The business describes its approach simply: "We don't take any shortcuts when it comes to your food and service," emphasizing high-quality food at reasonable prices for customers looking for a quick, casual meal. With its emphasis on customizable wing flavors and Southern seafood plates served fresh out of a West End food truck and kitchen setup, The Don's Kitchen has built its identity around bold, generously portioned soul food rather than a sit-down dining experience.





