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Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown), Charlotte, NC

Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown)

4.7
4.7
5007 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Dressler's is located at The Metropolitan, just 5 minutes from Charlotte's vibrant Uptown and South End areas. Dressler's is an upscale contemporary restaurant complete with an expansive outdoor patio with a unique view of CLT's city skyline. Expect a menu of delicious steaks, fresh seafood, and signature appetizers as well as an extensive wine list and full service bar specializing in craft cocktails. Plus, don't forget to order Joan's famous cheesecake for dessert!

Owned by local restauranteur Jon Dressler, Dressler's is part of the Rare Roots Hospitality family and stays true to the name by putting hospitality at the forefront. Known for our accommodating staff, welcoming atmosphere and consistent service, every visit is a memorable experience here at Dressler's.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 909-6295
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nick Stewart
  • Catering
    We have full on-premise as well as off-premise capabilities
  • Private party facilities
    Dressler's is an upscale contemporary restaurant, featuring a menu of steak, imaginative seafood, and creative appetizers paired with an extensive wine list. Come join us for your next group dinner in one of our private rooms or on our patio with one of the best views of Uptown Charlotte.
  • Private party contact
    Jon Dressler: (877) 626-1183
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown
  • Cross street
    277/Kings/Kenilworth
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking is available at the front door for dinner service. Otherwise, there is a six story parking garage located across from the restaurant. We suggest to park on Level 2 and stairs or elevator down to the main level. Level 2 and above are much easier to park than Level 1.
  • Public transit
    Metropolitan has bus station.
  • Entertainment
    Amazing outdoor stage with music on most Thursdays and Fridays during the fall and spring
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    American

  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown) impresses with "amazing food," a "wonderful atmosphere," and "excellent service." It's a top choice for special occasions, offering standout dishes like salmon and shrimp and grits. While some found the ambiance lacking, the consistent praise for staff and cuisine ensures a memorable dining experience.

5,007 Reviews
  1. De

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good atmosphere. Great food and service. I would definitely dine here again.

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  2. Candace

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dressler has become one of our favorite places. Excellent in all categories ♥️

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  3. Tom

    VIP

    Charlotte

    126 reviews

    4.0

    126 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Christmas Eve at Dressler's has become a family tradition. It's a great way to get the family together without Mom having to cook. This year, the restaurant was extremely busy and the kitchen was unable to keep up. Salads and wine came quickly but we waited well over an hour for entrees. Our server Michael was great but his hands were tied. Everyone was nice about it and when the food came it was great, but overall the experience was less than we've come to expect from our favorite restaurant.

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  4. amanda

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner. The scallops and lamb chops were perfect and the service from Peyton was even better. Highly recommend!

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  5. Ann

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food and service was terrible. VERY disappointing Christmas Eve experience !

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  6. PETER

    VIP

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Started off wonderfully through appetizers and salads. After that point it is now the place we will never visit again. It was encouraging upon getting seated to meet our server that has been with Dressler’s for six years. At that point we expected a professional dining experience. After some wonderful appetizers and salads, we commented how nice it was to not be pressured with the main course. That moment of comfort was eventually replaced realizing they either forgot to enter our entrees, or there was a serious problem with the kitchen. Patiently we waited. I emphasize Patiently. Then after far too long the server indicated our food would be coming shortly. It was not a confident statement, but more of trying to cover. Finally, just after 8:30 for a 7:00 reservation (which we were early for), the entrees started to arrive. My wife received a cold filet and my daughter a normal filet. My wife never wants to send something back, but it was cold. Needless to say the entrees for myself and my other daughter had yet to arrive. Finally all entrees are at the table. The previously cold filet is cut open to reveal raw instead of medium. My lamb was tough and fat, and the other steak was also very rare. At this point 1 wonderful filet and 3 entrees that any respectable kitchen would not have served. We unfortunately had to send my wife’s filet back again. This time the manager arrived to apologize and ask if we wanted it brought up or to go. Really!?!? Was this a fast food chain? This should be embarrassing for the actual owner or chef. You charge $60 for a steak and give up? I asked for a new steak. Eventually a new filet arrived and we finished our meal. Can’t say having to wait and worry about our food made for a good holiday dining experience. When the bill arrived I say the manager did step up and removed the filet and cocktails. At this point though it was more like try to get rid of us rather than acknowledging their failure.

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  7. Joey

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service from everyone working there - a really warm and relaxed vibe. The food was good and a Groupon deal made it fantastic value! We will return.

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  8. Jennifer

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, excellent food!! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience for my birthday dinner. We started with the crab dip, the G’s house salad. For our entrees I had the Just for the Halibut and my boyfriend had the Crispy Rock Shrimp & Pancetta Linguini and for a side, the Mac & Cheese. For dessert, the apple pie ala mode. SO GOOD!!

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  9. Tyler

    VIP

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was somewhat cold in the far back right corner facing the city. Service was very good. Food was good but used to be more memorable

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  10. Roger

    VIP

    Charlotte

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Appetizers were good, my shrimp and grits were good. My wife was not too happy with her scallops. They were undercooked. Even though you can eat them raw, she did not prefer them to be raw. They took them back and cooked them a little more, but not much more. I agree with several other people in the reviews that the atmosphere is really lacking and it is someone like a cafeteria. No ambience whatsoever.

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FAQs

Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 909-6295.

Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown) is rated 4.7 stars by 5007 OpenTable diners.

Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown) does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dressler's Restaurant - Metropolitan (Midtown)

1100-e Metropolitan Ave #125, Charlotte, NC 28204

Additional information

  • Cross street
    277/Kings/Kenilworth
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking is available at the front door for dinner service. Otherwise, there is a six story parking garage located across from the restaurant. We suggest to park on Level 2 and stairs or elevator down to the main level. Level 2 and above are much easier to park than Level 1.
  • Public transit
    Metropolitan has bus station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nick Stewart
  • Entertainment
    Amazing outdoor stage with music on most Thursdays and Fridays during the fall and spring
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (704) 909-6295
  • Catering
    We have full on-premise as well as off-premise capabilities
  • Private party facilities
    Dressler's is an upscale contemporary restaurant, featuring a menu of steak, imaginative seafood, and creative appetizers paired with an extensive wine list. Come join us for your next group dinner in one of our private rooms or on our patio with one of the best views of Uptown Charlotte.
  • Private party contact
    Jon Dressler: (877) 626-1183
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