DaBaby is set to bring a fresh dining concept to Charlotte North Carolina with the opening of No Knife Chicken and Waffles next month. The restaurant will operate late into the night providing a full bar for customers and feature menu items crafted under the direction of the rapper himself. This development comes as the artist continues to expand his presence in his hometown following recent projects in music and events.
The establishment located at 700 Atando Avenue will occupy a commercial space in the northern part of the city. Plans call for a fast casual experience with an upscale diner vibe complete with booth and bar seating plus a future patio area. DaBaby who was born Jonathan Lyndale Kirk in Cleveland Ohio before moving to Charlotte at a young age has built his career as a prominent figure in hip hop.
The name No Knife stems from DaBaby’s description of it as his alter ego when working in the kitchen. He has indicated that the menu will draw from recipes he has shared with followers via his Instagram account and will center on chicken and waffles offerings. Signage for the spot featuring a prominent waffle design was put in place in late June signaling that preparations are advancing toward the middle of July debut. This marks his first foray into the restaurant industry after building a successful music career and recently hosting his Be More Grateful music festival in the nearby Concord area.
Operating hours are expected to start early in the day and continue until 4 in the morning on operating days with the location closed each Monday. This schedule positions the restaurant as a viable late night option in the area where full bar service will complement the food offerings. The project reflects DaBaby’s ongoing efforts to diversify beyond entertainment into other business areas including his recent music festival held nearby.
Beyond the practical aspects this move allows the artist to engage directly with the Charlotte community through a hospitality lens that leverages his local roots and personal brand. It adds another element to the growing food scene in the city by introducing a celebrity backed concept focused on comfort food with extended accessibility. Fans and residents alike may find appeal in the combination of familiar flavors presented with a distinctive name and the promise of round the clock availability on most days. Such ventures often serve to strengthen ties between public figures and their origins while contributing to local economic activity through job creation and tourism draw.
