Is Charlotte really as dangerous as everyone is telling me?

Hello all, me and my boyfriend going to be staying in Charlotte for about two days in late march. We’re in NC for a week, staying with family for the majority of the trip but we’re going to a concert in Charlotte. We figured it would be more convenient and an excuse to stay longer in the city if we just booked a hotel for the night, instead of driving an hour and a half back to Hickory.

Everyone has been up my ass about how dangerous Charlotte is. I understand that but I’m also not unfamiliar with bigger cities, and I know it’s vital to know what areas of the city you’re in. Im from Florida and not a stranger to “the bad parts of town” but of course, this is a different state and different city… my question is, are there any parts we should avoid? Any tips for navigating the city? Our hotel is on Queen City Drive and the concert is at the Spectrum center.

I would also appreciate any recommendations of places to check out! Google is helpful but nobody gives better recommendations than locals. Particularly interested in your favorite places to eat. TIA!