This was the worst fine dining experience I have ever had. It started with a lie about the wine. One person ordered a glass of wine, a nice Chardonnay from France. He drank it all, they even offered to bring him another glass but he refused as he was driving. He liked it so he asked to see the bottle. However, the bottle they brought out was an inexpensive wine from California ($15 a bottle). They explained they had served him a different wine because the French wine "wasn't chilled". I do not know what happened in the kitchen or why we weren't asked about the change. But I know how it felt to us. It felt like we were swindled. I'm glad they at least admitted it when we asked to see the bottle, but that's the kind of malfeasance that can get a restaurant shut down. All three people on staff came out to apologize and comp the glass of wine, which was nice, but honestly I'm not sure what anyone could have done to fix an error that large. We all just resolved to never return to McNinch House. Even if you are comfortable making them pour your wine at the table, you are going to be displeased by the food. It was very inconsistent, some dishes were delicious, while others were so stale or over-seasoned I couldn't eat them. I was there with three other people and we all agreed some dishes were inedible. Because you order all of your courses right when you sit down, there was no turning back by the time we realized that the food was not going to be good. I suggest staying away from the lobster bisque and the pork belly succotash. I spent the rest of the night apologizing to my family for taking them to the McNinch House for a special occasion. Please don't make my mistake. There are such wonderful restaurants in Charlotte, this is not a good representation of what our beautiful city has to offer.

If you are looking for a fine dining experience and elaborate ambience transporting you back in time.. McNinch House sets the benchmark. We were there to celebrate a birthday and we had the cognac room to ourselves. The meals served in finest silverware and ornate cutlery. Every dish was well presented with wines to pair and service to match. An evening could not have been spent better..

You are going here for an experience, and your expectation should be very high. The sommelier Wes is a national treasure, and we truly enjoyed our interactions. The service from entrance to exit was impeccable. The low rating is solely based on the preparation of the entrees. We asked for the temperature of the steak to be what the chef recommends and were told it would be medium rare. It came out overdone and that is a shame. It should never have left the kitchen at that temp. The lamb entree was cooked perfectly but the coating was a bit underwhelming. It would have been better without it. We can only recommend 3 (crab cake, she crab soup, lobster bisque) of the 4 (artichoke salad) starters we had, and they were tremendous. The desserts were good, nothing to complain about, but nothing to rave about. We did mention to Wes towards the end of service that the steak was overdone, but we never send plates back to the kitchen. This is a special occasion type of place and you will remember the experience. Unfortunately, for us, the entrees did not live up to the price point.

This will be one of our most rememberable dinners - it’s not our normal style, type of night out, etc. This was the most romantic, authentic, and wholesome dinner we have experienced. The service was amazing. Wine pairings were so much fun, the food was absolutely delicious, and the ambiance was done well. The home was cute, clean, and setup well for dinner. It’s Michelin rated and we agree - you will enjoy the menu, the quality of the food and the service. We will go back for sure.

Beautiful and super expensive. The house is amazing. So cool. I wish we would have gotten a tour. So much to look at. Food was really good. I've had better, but overall it was really good. Staff was super nice. Everyone there was great. Wesley was spot on with the wine choices. We did a 4 course with wine pairings. Great wine and hard to find. 3 of the 4 I had I can't find online to buy. Celebrating our 2 year anniversary and we would go back. They brought us champagne at the beginning to toast our special day. Sorbet before the entree to cleanse the pallet. My filet was perfect. She loved her artichoke soup. The deserts were great. Maybe once a year is all we could afford. We aren't rich. Dinner was close to $650 with tip. We tipped $100. Great experience. Happy Anniversary indeed!!

AMAZINGLY quaint dining experience, think Downton Abbey! Lovely staff...& Lordy that chef comes straight from heavens gate! Crab Cakes = delish, Shrimp Tark = delish, Flank Steak = Sent from heaven, Shecrab soup = other worldly! Can't go wrong with anything you order!

This was an excellent choice for our anniversary. Was very romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and the owner is so nice. Certainly worth the price!

This has become our family tradition – coming to McNinch for Thanksgiving dinner. We are never disappointed. We adore the ambiance, the decorations, the relaxing music, and, of course, the outstanding food with a European flair. Moreover, the restaurant is located in a historic building in the heart of Charlotte. Without a doubt, it's the most unique place for fine dining in the city. Thank you, McNinch!

This historic Charlotte home and all its decor have been painstakingly restored and cared for over many years. Beautifully decorated for the Christmas season! The service, staff, and especially the food and wine, are impeccable! We were lucky enough to meet the current owners midway through our meal and hear the backstory of this incredibly unique restaurant. This was our first visit to Charlotte and the McNinch House and we could not have picked a perfect place to dine. The perfect “welcome”to this charming town. We would absolutely be regulars if we lived here. Charlotte is very fortunate to have this historic establishment amidst the modern, towering office buildings and “trendy” chain restaurants. The McNinch House is a true, living love letter to Charlotte. We cannot wait to return!

Loved the wine pairings! Lobster bisque was my favorite. Service was excellent. Quaint ambiance. Took one star off for the main course. Our entrees were a little dry. I had the duck and my husband had the lamb. Either they sat out for a bit before being served to us or were a little over cooked. I expected perfectly cooked mains. Great experience though.

So disappointed!! Both my husband's and my main courses (rack of lamb and duck) were overcooked, dry and chewy. The duck was supposed to have a blueberry reduction, but there was no sign of it whatsoever. Starters were not bad: Tuna tartare and she-crab soup were good and crab cake and lobster roll were average. Absurdly, the lobster roll had a side of salad with no dressing. I was totally flummoxed! The miniscule muffin they gave us in between courses was too short and small, like a mini muffin top. And the sorbet before the main course was much too frozen to eat. Mine bounced out of the dish, which the waitress confirmed happens a lot. We are guessing the chef is a pastry chef because the desserts were superb. Atmosphere and service were excellent, but not worth it to pay almost $500 for good service and dessert.

We have been to a lot of high end restaurants this year .. but this was the best of the best .. Here it's as much about the experience of the evening. The rooms are beautiful set , to the tables and chinaware everything is perfect the McNinch way. The staff are part of the experience they work as a well trained team to help you in your meal never hovering but always perfectly timed . Westley was outstanding answering any questions about your wines ..Jesse was spot on with our service.. The food was awesome experience duck breast perfect .. the lamp Chops the best around .. crab cakes by far the best in Charlotte wine list outstanding and the best part it's quite you can talk to each other .. the table is yours for the evening .. no hurry just enjoy the evening.. special occasion this is the place to come and we will be back for and another adventure..

Hands down the best meal I've ever had. The most expensive too! Absolutely reserve your spot a month or more in advance. This is a historic home and the staff would be delighted to give you some of the history. The chefs choice pairing is the most expensive option with the least room for improvising, but is absolutely the only way to truly experience the 5course meal. If you're a picky eater this is not for you, this is a dining experience meant to be the way the chef planned it. I think everyone in Charlotte should come atleast once. There is parking down the driveway of the home.

Our experience at the McNinch House was nothing less than spectacular. We each went with the 4-course meal and wine pairing. Wesley was very knowledgeable about the wines and the pairings accentuated each dish.

Amazing experience. Beautiful historic building. From the moment we checked in we felt so special! I was celebrating a special occasion and they went above and beyond to make me feel celebrated. We did the chefs tasting menu, which I highly recommend. All the food was delicious and beautifully presented. Wesley is talented at pairing the perfect wines and was a pure pleasure to interact with.

We had a great time on a Saturday evening. She is European and I am not. I enjoyed the French take on our meal. She was a bit more critical, having spent years in Paris. The food was great. Service was great. Love the history of the home and intimate setting.

Great food and service. Prices are based on courses and wine pairings. Unique setting In a house, great for a date night or special occasion. It was on the pricey side but worth it in my opinion.

Everything in the menu seems delicious! Their Flank steak is a must-try. Truly a beautiful place to dine - it gives you somewhat a nostalgic vibe but in a good way.

Ate at the McNinch House for my birthday. Was really excited to try this restaurant given the high reviews on Google and my enjoyment of fine dining. However, the food was underwhelming—excluding the lobster bisque—and the wine pairing subpar (the Spanish wine was overpoweringly oaky). The single lamb chop that my wife and I received was cooked medium well although we asked for medium rare and was served at borderline room temperature. I’ve ate at multiple Michelin Star restaurants and paid north Of $500 for a meal before, along with a wine pairing so I don’t mind paying a pretty penny for a meal and experience—but I can say without question this meal was not worth $750 for the 3 of us. You can eat other fine dining establishments in Charlotte for much better quality of food at a significantly cheaper price tag. Had a lot of high hopes about this restaurant but walked away severely disappointed

Fine dining at its finest. Delicious food with absolute splendid quality. Environment is quite unique as you have more privacy in comparison to other places. Food: 5/5 Environment: 5/5 Price: 5/5 just right. Overall rating; 5 stars, and I do not give many restaurants a 5 out of 5.

Had a beautiful valentines day dinner here. The gentleman there knows his wines. I'm not a wine person but he definately picked wines that brought out the flavor in everything. Thank you all for a memorable evening.

Outstanding experience all the way around. The house is beautiful and the waitstaff was attentive but also fluid to the conversation exactly what would be expected at a top tier restaurant. The food was excellent and we have typically not had great experiences with multi-course meals but everything was outstanding from the taste to the pace of the evening. We will be back!

A Special French dining experience. Worth splurging for a significant other or just because. GET the wine pairing, definitely a VALUE !

Exquisite “Michelin star” like experience. We met the chef who was wonderful and has masterfully crafted each dish which we enjoyed. It was a pleasure!