Fine Dining Restaurants near Matthews, NC

“Four of us went out for a special dinner last night that was a treat by my son and his girlfriend. My husband said it was the best shrimp and grits he ever tasted! All of the food was delicious and our waitress was on point and so fun and friendly. We sat on the patio and it was the perfect ambiance. I definitely would like to go again when visiting my son.“

“Came after a matinee at the Blumenthal to celebrate my birthday with friends. From the minute we walked in, the staff were friendly, welcoming and attentive. Our server Staton was exceptional — completely familiar with the menu and specials, as well as the wine list. Never intrusive, he provided personalized service at every turn. I loved the Waygu filet, which was perfectly cooked as requested. Started with a cup of lobster bisque, lots of lobster meat, a bit thicker than I might've liked, but I still ate every bite. We all shared the potatoes au gratin, mushrooms and creamed spinach. Other guests had the porterhouse (recently returned to the menu), and the filet. The Bearnaise sauce accompanying the filet was excellent. All in all, a really nice night out at Capital Grille!“

“This is a hidden gem! It’s our new favorite place. The food and service were excellent!“

“A night to remember at The McNinch House 🌹✨ Growing up, my Dad wasn’t just an industrial engineer—he was a hobby chef with serious skills. He spent his childhood in restaurants, and at home, he brought that magic to our table. I didn’t grow up eating “normal kid food,” and to this day, he’s the best cook I know. My love for food? 100% from him. The McNinch House has been on my list for over a decade—and let me tell you, it was worth the wait. Executive Chef Eric O’Connor, who joined just a year ago, blew us away. We had the 4-course tasting menu (I truly don’t know how people survive the 5-course!), and every dish was a standout: *Corn & Clam Chowder – the cream is everything *Bone Marrow – best I’ve ever had *Lamb Lollipops (my husbands) – best I’ve ever had; perfectly cooked *Pork Wellington (my husbands) – the basil took it over the top *Snapper Succotash – the bacon made it *Crème Brûlée – perfectly done From the surprise oyster starter (cool presentation served in a shell over ice) to the palate-cleansing sorbet between courses, every detail was thoughtful and special. Chef Eric personally served our entrée—how cool is that? The service was impeccable, with a main server and 2-3 others helping throughout. At the end, they even handed me a freshly picked rose from their garden. 💐 We dined in a historic 1800s home filled with charm, and afterward strolled through the garden—flowers everywhere, twinkle lights, fountains, and the Charlotte skyline in view. I had to ask for the chef’s autograph and a photo—he’s just that good. We told him he deserves a star, and he smiled and said, “We’re on the list.” So now I’m shouting from the rooftops: let’s help make that Michelin star happen! He absolutely deserves it. Thank you, Chef Eric and the entire McNinch House team, for one of the most enchanting, romantic, and memorable meals I’ve ever had in Charlotte. The whole evening—2.5 hours of pure joy—was not just dinner, it was an experience. ❤️“

“This is my second visit and it doesn't disappoint again. The first time in Jan was so good, we have been trying to get back ever since. Finally did. Food was superb. It came out quickly and hot. Enduring was delicious and service was top notch!! The panko crusted salmon is a must. Will be back.“

“Great food with exceptional service“