With a growing population of Hispanic and Latino Charlotteans throughout the Queen City, it only makes sense that businesses owned by members of this vibrant and burgeoning community continue to grow, too.

For years, some neighborhoods around Charlotte have maintained a culturally rich and diverse offering of establishments and services to residents. But as Charlotte develops at a rapid pace, those businesses are beginning to spread beyond the confines of quiet corners around the Queen City and into more bustling neighborhoods, like South End and NoDa.

During Hispanic Heritage Month — celebrated each year from Sept. 15-Oct. 15 — check out some of the Hispanic and Latin-owned restaurants based in and around Charlotte (as well as our guide to Latin-owned small businesses)…

 

Viva Chicken

Location: Multiple

Cuisine: Peruvian

What to know: Fast-casual Viva Chicken restaurants specialize in Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian rotisserie chicken), paired with sides such as rice, plantains and Peruvian sauces. The local restaurant chain was founded by chef Bruno Macchiavello and Randy Garcia.

 

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