New NoDa Italian restaurant Orto is closing. Here’s what we know.
Orto, an Italian restaurant in Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood, is closing less than a year after two-time James Beard semifinalist Paul Verica opened it.
“With a heavy heart. I am very sad to announce that our last day of service @ortonoda will be this Saturday,” Verica posted on the restaurant’s Instagram account Wednesday night. “It’s been a difficult journey and one that I have learned so much from. But the time has come for us to say goodbye. Thank you to my amazing team and partners and all of our wonderful guests. I appreciate you all so much.”
Verica opened the restaurant in early 2021. The concept was focused around Verica’s personal memories of growing up, watching his grandmother in the kitchen, and eating Italian food.
Verica also owns The Stanley, in Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood.
The news of the closing was reported first by Unpretentious Palate. Charlotte Business Journal reported that COVID-19 related complications and rising food prices were a contributing factor.
Orto Italian Kitchen
Location: 416 E 36th St Unit 600, Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: NoDa
Cuisine: Italian
Instagram: @ortonoda
Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said the restaurant opened in 2020.
