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What to order at Lupie's Cafe
- The dish to know
- Chili and daily specials
- Editor tip
- Cash and card. Open until 4 weekdays, noon to evening on Saturday. Daily specials are the best value.
CuisineSoul food
Price$
Neighborhoodplaza-midwood
HoursMon-Fri 11:00-16:00; Sat 12:00-16:00; closed Sun
Phone+1 704 374 1232
The dishChili and daily specials
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Tip: Cash and card. Open until 4 weekdays, noon to evening on Saturday. Daily specials are the best value.
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Address: 2718 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205
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