6606 - DEMO 2021

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The Freedom Drive corridor extends west

from W Morehead neighborhood to I-85.

It partially overlaps with the historic area

of Charlotte. This means that many of the

neighborhoods were heavily impacted by

urban renewal. Many of the neighborhoods

were classified as declining or hazardous,

displacing the residents, most of whom

were African American. There are 4

historic neighborhoods within the area of

influence: Biddleville, Seversville, Wesley

Heights, and Greenville. There are 3 historic

neighborhoods located directly within the

corridor: Camp Greene, Ashley Park, and

Wesley Heights.

Camp Greene was created

This one deals with an explosive come back along  Freedom Drive  in West Charlotte. Businesses pulled out in recent years, and individuals gave up. However, it appears that Freedom Drive is becoming a re-polished jewel in the Queen City’s crown.

This highly traveled two mile stretch between Morehead Street and I-85 demonstrates the reality of changing fortunes. The new modern-day renaissance along West Charlotte’s Freedom Drive is fueled in part by restaurants and residential demand.

This is where the super down-to-earth VP of your company is sneaking off to for a quiet lunch every day. We all know about  Pinky’s and Rhino Market , but drive another mile down Freedom and you’ll find a bunch of small businesses with classic eats. It’s perfect for when you need to get away from the Uptown restaurant crowd.

Why it’s awesome: If you love old school neighborhood restaurants, Gardenia for you. It’s been open 28 years, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the menu is full of comfort foods I guarantee you haven’t had this good in years.