The Bravo show’s most famous faces have landed in the Queen City, and they’ve set out to start exploring Charlotte’s food.

Production crews started filming Season 23 of “Top Chef” in Charlotte this week. The show’s new host, Kristen Kish, joined ...

“Charlotte looks forward to serving as the host city for Season 23 of Bravo’s ‘Top Chef,’” said Steve Bagwell, CRVA’s chief executive officer.

The popular cooking reality competition “Top Chef” is coming to Charlotte. Season 23 of the Bravo show will be centered in Charlotte, the network announced on Wednesday.

Top Chef season 23 is set in Charlotte and Greenville, hosted by Kristen Kish with judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons. Premieres in 2026 on Bravo.

Discover the top Charlotte dining spots perfect for Top Chef judges, including Bird Pizzeria, Counter-, Sweet Lew’s BBQ, and more unforgettable eateries.

"Top Chef" premiered on the Bravo Network in March 2006 and has since hosted 22 seasons, featuring an elimination-style competition among culinary artists that spans various cities across the U.S.