Popular Charlotte Soul Food Restaurant Shuts Down Permanently

One of Charlotte's popular soul food restaurants has served its last sweet potato pie and order of macaroni and cheese. La'Wans Soul Food Restaurant has closed its doors... permanently. I know, we are all sad about this one!

Owners La'Wan and Kenny Adams opened the restaurant 22 years ago right here in the Queen City. La'Wan recently decided to shut down the family-run business after her husband, Kenny was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. He died in May. La'Wan posted on Instagram that due to “unforeseen challenges,” they were going to shut down the restaurant.

“As we navigate this difficult time, we also embrace the opportunities ahead. As we embark on this new adventure, Kenneth’s legacy will always be kept alive,” she said in the Instagram post.

She says, “We are humbled by the memories we’ve created together and the impact we’ve had on each other’s lives. As we close this chapter, we hold onto the hope that our paths will cross again in the future."

The restaurant served its last meal on August 27. The family-run business was located at 7520 S. Tyron Street. So far, no further details have been released about the restaurant’s closing or the possibility of reopening. Adams says there will be updates shared on Instagram. We hope that Charlotte will not have to be without their great eating for too long. Tons of local favorites have been having to close and we hate to see another one go.

Black-owned restaurants are serving up some of the best cuisines across the country. Black-owned does not only mean soul food but there are a wide variety of black-owned restaurants across the country. From your favorite barbecue spots to pizza joints and so much more. Thrillist compromised a list of some of the best black-owned restaurants in the United States. That's right, the best black-owned restaurants all are on one list.

Guess what? Three South Carolina restaurants made this list. That's right, we're close to three of the best Black-owned restaurants in the Carolinas. Can you guess which cities these spots are in? Won't have to guess too long. Check out which South Carolina restaurants made the list below.

Now, as a girl born and raised in Charleston, Nigel's Good Food is one of those spots everyone enjoys. Since the day they opened, Nigel's has been serving up some of our favorites in Charleston. They have two different locations in the Charleston area and you can enjoy them both whenever you're in town. Their Geechie wings are one of the top-selling items we all love. Wings tossed in their signature Geechie sauce, nothing tastes better! You can also get favorites such as fried green tomatoes, creamy grits, chicken and waffles, fried shrimp, and MORE!

Big, Bertha! Yeah, next time you are in Charleston take a trip to Bertha's Kitchen. This family owned spot is one of our favorites to enjoy. They are known for having some of the best fried chicken in the state of South Carolina. Yes, the entire state! The line is always long and the food is always good. You can enjoy some of Bertha's favorites like pork chops, collard greens, and your classic soul food favorites!

Now, if it's one spot we all know about whether you're in South Carolina or North Carolina is Rodney Scott's Whole Hog BBQ. He has been on many shows and brought attention to the great BBQ of South Carolina. Scott is known for having the BEST barbecue as he smokes his meat slow and low. You can also enjoy some of your favorite dishes like pork sandwiches, ribs, smoked wings, and so much more!