State of Confusion

Lower South End Charlotte Restaurant & Bar

State of Confusion is a restaurant and bar located in Charlotte’s Lower South End featuring made from scratch food and craft cocktails.

GUACAMOLE - ALLIGATOR BITES - BISON BURGERS - GATOR PO’BOY - MONKEY BREAD - MUFFULATTA - CEVICHES - STEAK - BEIGNETS -

GUACAMOLE - ALLIGATOR BITES - BISON BURGERS - GATOR PO’BOY - MONKEY BREAD - MUFFULATTA - CEVICHES - STEAK - BEIGNETS -

Cooked roasted vegetables, including potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini, served with a side salad of chopped lettuce, tomatoes, and crumbled cheese.
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Authentic

Made-from-scratch Cuisine

Our menu features authentic Latin American and New Orleans food. Featuring steaks from our wood fired Argentinean parrilla, fresh Peruvian inspired ceviches, and our stand-out New Orleans inspired shrimp and gator po’boy.

The food is bold, approachable, and designed for sharing.

Our drink menu features Mexican style Agua Frescas with fresh ingredients, fun frozen cocktails, handmade classic cocktails, draft cocktails, wine, and rotating draft beers.

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Schedule showing 10 to 2:30 PM

Brunch Every Saturday & Sunday

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Private Events & Catering

Private spaces can also be reserved for group dining and celebrations. For those inquiries, please visit our Events & Catering page.

  • Indoor and rooftop seating options

  • Ideal for casual dining, group gatherings, and celebrations

  • Convenient Lower South End location

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Events & Catering
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Parking shouldn’t be confusing

Public parking lots and garages are available within walking distance. Street parking may also be available depending on time and demand.

Where to Park

Online Ordering

Craving State of Confusion? Order online and we’ll take care of the rest.

Order Online
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Gift Cards

State of Confusion gift cards are a great way to share the Lower South End dining experience.

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