TOP SELLER
Triple Cheeseburger
Three 3 oz patties, three slices American cheese, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and French fries.
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.
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The South 21 Story
Honest food.
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
made the same way since day one
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Super Boy
Two 3 oz patties, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and French fries.
Jumbo Cheeseburger
A Super Boy with two slices of cheese.
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World Famous Fried Fillet of Trout
Three pieces of trout, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and roll.
French Fries
Crispy French fries available in small or large sizes.
Homemade Onion Rings
Homemade onion rings, available in small or large sizes.
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Find Us on Tryon
Where to find us
South 21 Jr Restaurant
6920 N Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28213
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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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.
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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 ✦