ABOUT bardo
Bardo is a chef-driven, eclectic, American small plate concept located in Charlotte's dynamic South End neighborhood.
ABOUT The chef
Before Opening Bardo,
Chef Michael Noll
worked in Chicago
at Moto, Butter, Schwa
& Sous Rising.
Chef Michael Noll sports an impressive résumé that includes some of Chicago’s finest restaurants. Growing up in Pittsburgh, Noll's earliest culinary influences were his grandparents and mother. Watching them cook for him is one of the first memories the chef has of food and cooking, and to this day, Noll considers his mother's food his favorite. His first professional experience happened by chance, when Noll was injured skateboarding and was made to get a job as a kitchen dishwasher by his mother, yet another way she managed to influence his career. Noll recalls chef and owner Michael Barbado as his first mentor during his time working in the kitchen at Peppercorns.
The budding culinarian went on to work at Baum Vivant Restaurant in Pittsburgh, where he served as Sous Chef for two years under the tutelage of Chef Toni Pais. In 2006, Noll went to Chicago and landed at Moto, one of the most cutting-edge restaurants in the country. He followed this with tenures at Butter, Trenchermen, and Powerhouse, the latter of which he was part of the opening kitchen staff. Next up for Mike was a stint at yet another highly touted Chicago destination, Schwa. Noll worked under the guidance of chef-owner Michael Carlson, whose passion and love for his craft was instilled in this young chef. He also helped open Jam with Chef Jeff Mauro, whom Noll considers a major influence in his career. He worked as Sous Chef at Jam for a year before making his way to Elate, a busy downtown hotel where he started as the Sous Chef until he took over as Executive Chef for two years.
Mike wanted to get back in fine dining and landed a Sous Chef position at an underground dining club called Sous Rising where he worked along with chef Jake Bickelhaupt (former owner of the two Michelin-starred 42 Grams), and who he considers the most influential chef he has had the chance to work beside.
Mixologist Amanda Britton
Originally from New Jersey, Amanda Britton has been in the food and beverage industry for over 10 years, spending six of them shaking her way through the Queen City. Moving to Charlotte in late 2011, Amanda fell in love with craft beer as breweries were opening all around. A growing passion led her to work behind the bar of respected craft beer bars & then as a Sales Rep for Artisan Beverage Group. She was able to expand her knowledge of not only craft beer but also cider, sodas, & wine. The desire to expand her understanding of how these liquids were made only pushed her further to explore the world of spirits, vermouth, & bitters.
A car accident in March 2016 put things into perspective, and she went back to what she truly enjoyed doing. Missing the feeling of being behind the stick, Amanda began showing the skills she had been acquiring while whipping up cocktails at home. She created signature cocktails while manager/lead bartender at 204 North in Uptown and consulting with Crowntown Collective, spreading spiritous learning through cocktail development, creative beverage catering, mixology classes, and brand spotlighting. Recently named NCRLA Mixologist of the Year, she loves to utilize lesser known spirits with familiar flavors to help even the most skeptical drinker go out of their comfort zone.
Managing Partner Jayson Whiteside
Sous Chef Andrew Alexander
hours
Monday to Thursday
5PM to 10PM
Friday and Saturday
5PM to 11PM
Please note that on Fridays and Saturdays the last seating for dinner will be at 10PM.
Upcoming Events
American Whiskey Dinner
Join executive chef Mike Noll and mixologist Amanda Britton on a food and cocktail tour of American Whiskeys, featuring Bulleit, Stitzel-Weller Distillery, and George Dickel Cascade Distillery. Our talented team will guide you through four courses with cocktail pairings, creating an experience to remember.
Tuesday, January 29th, 6pm
Click here for tickets.
GROUP DINING
Elevate your event experience by hosting your celebration with us. Our dining room can be transformed to create the perfect setting for all of your private event needs. Whether you are looking to host a large party or celebrate with a group of friends, our intimate space and unique open kitchen concept offers guests an experience they’ll never forget.
CELEBRATIONS
We can help you plan your birthday party, reunion, rehearsal dinner or graduation event! Plan your menu unique to your party needs.
CORPORATE EVENTS
We encourage mixing business with pleasure. Our signature dishes and extensive collection of wines, craft beers, and cocktails are sure to impress your guests.
Questions?
Contact Amanda Britton at amanda@bardorestaurant.com with any questions you might have or to make a reservation.