Painted Rooster – American
The Painted Rooster bursts with a colorful, high-energy charm, inviting guests into a space where rustic soul meets a playful, modern culinary spirit. Golden-brown delights like hand-stretched mozzarella sticks and savory wontons arrive alongside bubbling, creamy dips and crisp, regionally-inspired salads that take the palate from the Great Lakes to the Pacific coast. This lively neighborhood haunt transforms classic comfort into a shared celebration, where every crunchy bite and bold sauce invites another round of drinks and conversation.
1601, Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28205 https://bigpaintedrooster.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Painted Rooster
Dairy-Free at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Nuggs (6), Chicken Nuggs (12) and Cole Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Nuggs (6), Chicken Nuggs (12) and Chicken Nuggs (18). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Waffle Fries, Cole Slaw and Classic Mac Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carolina Crispy Chicken, Chicken on a Stick and Buffalo Chicken Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Double Dipper, Chicken Nuggs (12) and Chicken Nuggs (18). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Waffle Fries, Cole Slaw and House Band Mozzarella Stix. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Nuggs (12), Cole Slaw and Chicken Nuggs (18). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Painted Rooster
Painted Rooster in Charlotte has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cole Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Painted Rooster
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lil’ Caesar | 3.1 g | 60.7 g |
| Pacific Coast | 34.1 g | 56.4 g |
| Chicken Tenders (9) | 10.4 g | 48.2 g |
| Chicken Nuggs (12) | 10.8 g | 48.2 g |
| Chicken Nuggs (18) | 10.8 g | 48.2 g |
| Thomas Street Southern Club | 68.9 g | 47.4 g |
| Chinatown Cobb | 54.8 g | 46.8 g |
| Carolina Crispy Chicken | 38.8 g | 45.9 g |
| Smokey Joe’s BBQ | 36.3 g | 41.1 g |
| Truffle Mac | 169.1 g | 38.3 g |
| Coastal Cobb | 37.1 g | 37.9 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Dip | 0 g | 37.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Sound Check
A few tasty licks to get the party started.
- Wontons - $9: Buffalo Chicken (Chicken, Diced Celery, Cream Cheese, Bleu Cheese, Red Onion) or Chicken Bacon Ranch (Chicken, Bacon, Ranch, Scallion, Cream Cheese) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Dip - $11: Served with Chips or Raw Vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $9: Crispy, Golden Dill Pickles Served with Our House Buttermilk Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach/Artichoke & Ranch Dip - $11: Served with Chips or Raw Vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken on a Stick - $10: Char-grilled Chicken, Choose Your Sauce and Dipping Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Band Mozzarella Stix - $10: House made, hand-breaded Mozzarella Sticks served with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Dipper - $8: Fresh Veggies with your Choice of 2 dips: Buffalo Ranch, Bleu Cheese or Ranch Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Green Room
Crisp, Colorful, Specialty Salads
- Lake Erie Cobb - $16: Crispy Buffalo Chicken, Celery, Carrots, Tomato, Red Onion, Bleu Cheese Crumbles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Coast - $16: Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Red Onion, Artichoke, Sundried Tomato, Goat Cheese, Almonds Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina Crispy Chicken - $15: Crispy Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Sunflower Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hen House - $9: Tomato, Carrots, Cucumber, Red Onion, Toasted Chick Peas, Sunflower Seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinatown Cobb - $15: Grilled Ginger Garlic Chicken, Chow Mein Noodles, Mandarin Oranges, Scallion, Red Bell Pepper, Cabbage, Wonton Strips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar - $9: Add Grilled or Fried Chicken +$4 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coastal Cobb - $15: Grilled Chicken, Seasonal Berries, Pecans, Feta, Red Onion, Craisins Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings, Tenders & Nuggs
Cauliflower is available as a chicken substitute. Traditional or Char-Grilled.
- Traditional Wings (6) - $11.5: Invented in Buffalo, enjoyed worldwide. Cauliflower available as substitute. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Wings (12) - $21.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Wings (24) - $39.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Wings (40) - $60 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (3) - $11.5: Hand Breaded Local Springer Mountain Chicken Bangers! Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (6) - $21.5 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (9) - $29.5 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nuggs (6) - $8.5: Nothing But Real Springer Mountain Chicken. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nuggs (12) - $16.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nuggs (18) - $24.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Handheld Hootenannys
Available as sandwich or wrap. Your choice of side.
- Anchor Bar Buffalo - $18: Mild or Hot Buffalo Fried Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Buffalo Ranch or Bleu Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokey Joe’s BBQ - $18: Grilled BBQ Chicken, Cheddar, Red Onion, Grilled Pineapple, Bacon, House BBQ Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thomas Street Southern Club - $18: Fried Chicken, Bacon, Swiss, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Red Onion, Garlic Mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thirsty Beaver - $16: Meatless Chicken Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Garlic Mayo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Wrap - $15: Adrina Farms & Crisp Romaine, Grilled or Fried Springer Mountain Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomato, Parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zada Jane’s - $18: Grilled Chicken, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Mozzarella Sticks, Fresh Basil, Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
MacDaddy & Cheez
Serves 2-3 or as entrée
- Bacon Chicken Ranch Mac - $14: Bacon, Chicken, Ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dyn-o-mite Chicken Mac - $15: Mac Daddy Topped with Rooster Booster Tasty Buffalo Nuggs. Meatless Chicken or Cauliflower available. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Jalepeño Mac - $12: Smoky, Spicy, Cheesy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Mac - $11: Creamy Truffle Mac, topped with Garlic Breadcrumbs! Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Hustles
Accompaniments
- Seasoned Waffle Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac N’ Cheese - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Mac Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil’ Hen House Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil’ Caesar - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
The Encore
Desserts
- Finally, Apple Pie - $9: Apple Pie with Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chunk Cookie Bake - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
Drinks and Floats
- Root Beer Float - $8
- Cheerwine Float - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Painted Rooster
- Is Painted Rooster dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Painted Rooster has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Nuggs (6), Chicken Nuggs (12) and Cole Slaw.
- What can I eat at Painted Rooster on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Nuggs (6), Chicken Nuggs (12) and Cole Slaw carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Painted Rooster gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Painted Rooster?
- Lil’ Caesar, at roughly 60.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Painted Rooster
- Moo & Brew — American
- The Giddy Goat Coffee Roasters — American
- Cheat's Cheesesteaks — American
- Sunflour Baking Company — American
- Cajun Queen — American
- Rosemont — American
- ACE No. 3 Belmont Village — American
- Night Swim Coffee — American
- Great Harvest Bread Company — American
- Copperhead Social Club — American
- Salted Melon — American
- Ace No. 3 — American
