South 21 Family Restaurant | Seafood & Burgers in Charlotte, NC
A Charlotte Original

Three Patties. Two Trout Fillets. One Charlotte Legend.

Since the days when North Tryon was a quieter road, South 21 has been frying, flipping, and feeding Charlotte families with unapologetic, no-frills comfort food. World-famous trout, triple-stacked cheeseburgers, and onion rings made the way they always have been.

South 21 Family Restaurant signature fried trout platter with French fries and coleslaw
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The South 21 Story

Honest food.
Hungry families.

South 21 Family Restaurant has been a fixture along North Tryon Street for as long as most folks can remember. We never chased trends, never traded our griddle for something fancier - we just kept feeding Charlotte the way we always have. Hot trout out of the fryer, burgers stacked tall with mustard and onion, and onion rings hand-battered every single morning.

Our recipes haven't changed because they were right the first time. The Super Boy still snaps the same way, the Triple Cheeseburger still drips down to your elbows, and the trout fillets still come three to a plate with a soft roll on the side. It's diner soul food - the kind of meal you remember bringing your grandkids to twenty years from now.

3 ozPatties, stacked
3 pcsOf fried trout
100%Family run
1 stopOn North Tryon
Classic South 21 Super Boy burger served with golden French fries
made the same way since day one
Counter favorites

The Lineup

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Triple Cheeseburger with three patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and fries
TOP SELLER

Triple Cheeseburger

Three 3 oz patties, three slices American cheese, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and French fries.

a real handful
Super Boy double patty burger with lettuce, tomato and crispy fries

Super Boy

Two 3 oz patties, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and French fries.

a Charlotte classic
Jumbo Cheeseburger with two beef patties and two slices of melted American cheese

Jumbo Cheeseburger

A Super Boy with two slices of cheese.

double the melt
World Famous Fried Fillet of Trout with French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce and a roll
FAMOUS

World Famous Fried Fillet of Trout

Three pieces of trout, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and roll.

our signature plate
Crispy golden French fries served hot

French Fries

Crispy French fries available in small or large sizes.

salty & golden
Homemade hand-battered onion rings stacked on a plate

Homemade Onion Rings

Homemade onion rings, available in small or large sizes.

battered every morning
Drop in or order in

Find Us on Tryon

Where to find us
South 21 Jr Restaurant
6920 N Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28213
Call the counter (704) 598-7407
Delivery available Order online and we'll send dinner straight to your door across Charlotte.

When the grill is on

- hours of service -

  • SunClosed
  • MonClosed
  • Tue11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wed11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thu11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Fri11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sat11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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From the counter

Questions, Answered

What meals do you serve?
South 21 Family Restaurant in Charlotte, NC serves a delicious menu of seafood and classic American comfort food perfect for family dining. Our world famous Fried Fillet of Trout features three golden pieces of trout served with French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and a roll. Burger lovers can enjoy our Triple Cheeseburger, Super Boy, or Jumbo Cheeseburger, each served with crispy French fries. Whether you're craving hearty seafood or a satisfying cheeseburger, South 21 has something for everyone. Visit us for an unforgettable Charlotte dining experience the whole family will love.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer both delivery and pickup. Order conveniently online or by phone.
Where are you located?
South 21 Family Restaurant is located at 6920 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213.
What areas do you serve?
South 21 Family Restaurant proudly serves Charlotte and surrounding neighborhoods including University City, Northlake, Hidden Valley, Derita, Newell, Harrisburg, Concord, Huntersville, NoDa, and Optimist Park, bringing great seafood and comfort food to the greater Charlotte, NC area.
Holler at us

Hungry yet?

Whether you're rolling through North Tryon or sending us an order from across town, we'll have it hot and ready. Family meals welcome - bring everybody.

- see ya at the counter ✦

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South 21 Family Restaurant

6920 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 · (704) 598-7407

- a Charlotte tradition -

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