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Undercurrent Restaurant, Greensboro, NC

Undercurrent Restaurant

4.8
4.8
2413 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Owners Wes and Chris Wheeler invite you to enjoy our Contemporary American Cuisine where we utilize Classical French cooking techniques with global influences.
Our beverage program includes a full bar, wonderful local craft beers, and a 150 bottle wine list with 50+ wines by the glass for which Undercurrent has been recognized by both Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast. We have been rated consistently tops in our class of restaurants.
The ambiance is truly one of the nicest in the area with ample space for you while dining. We now have a truly fabulous patio area. We seat our patio on a "first come first served basis".
A comfortable bar area is available for dining from our full menu or to begin or end your dining experience with us.
Please join us and let the capable staff at Undercurrent make your lunch or dinner a wonderful experience.
Cheers,
From ALL the staff here at Undercurrent

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Weekend Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (336) 370-1266
  • Website
    http://www.undercurrentrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Harkenreader
  • Catering
    We can but we look at each catering job as to whether we can or can not accommodate.
  • Private party facilities
    Undercurrent, a Piedmont Triad favorite for its New American Cuisine, offers some of the best private dining fare in the city of Greensboro. We have exemplary private dining for the most discerning of palates and work with all different budget levels.
  • Location
    327 Battleground Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401
  • Neighborhood
    Greensboro
  • Cross street
    Lindsey and Green Streets
  • Parking details
    Plenty of on-street parking. Available parking after 5pm at the Sun Trust building's parking lot across Battleground Ave.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Appalachian Harvest

    $65.00 per person

    Mar 23, 2025 only
    Join us for a prix fixe menu to celebrate spring harvest through Appalachian flavors.
    Appalachian Harvest Photo

Menu

Complimentary Housemade Ciabatta Basket For The Table Additional Baskets $4 Each. Vegetarian options can be made available. Ask your server about our extensive wine options and seasonal cocktail selections. Non alcoholic options available. Ask for details

Soups and Salads

  • Spinach Salad

    Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Bacon, Honey-Thyme Vinaigrette

    • Organic Greens

      Candied Beets, Golden Raisins, Boursin, Charred Shallot Vinaigrette

      • New England Clam Chowder

        Bacon, Chives

        • Chicken Pozole Rojo

          Cilantro Crema, Pickled Radish

          Appetizers and Small Plates

          • Lobster and Shrimp Spring Rolls

            Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce, Shoyu Reduction

            • Artisan Cheese Selection

              Imported and Domestic Cheese selections, Flatbread, Seasonal Accompaniments

              • Fried Oysters

                Artichoke-Mushroom Cream, Balsamic Pearl Onions

                • Mozzarella Arancini

                  Mozzarella, Calabrese Peppers, Pomodoro Sauce, Fried Basil

                  • Grilled Lamb Chops*

                    Peppadew Nam Prik, Arugula, Cardamom Cashews, Papaya-Mint Vinaigrette

                    • Fried Cauliflower

                      Sweet Soy Szechuan Glaze, Toasted Sesame, Scallions

                      Entrees

                      • Seared Airline Chicken

                        Rigatoni Carbonara, Guanciale, Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Tomato-Pesto Focaccia

                        • Skillet Seared Salmon*

                          Herb Cous Cous, Grilled Asparagus, Molasses-Mustard Glaze, Sesame-Pistachio Crumble

                          • Grilled Mahi-Mahi

                            Parsnip-Pear Puree, Broccolini, Frisée, Calamansi Gremolata

                            • Seafood Bouillabaisse

                              Hokkaido Scallops, Mussels, Clams, Tomato-Saffron Broth, Crostini, Citrus Crab Salad

                              • Confit Duck Leg

                                Porcini Gnocchi, Grilled Asparagus, Butternut Béchamel, Beet Chips, Truffle Salt

                                • Char Siu Pork Tenderloin*

                                  Ginger Jasmine Rice, Broccolini, Sweet Chili Gastrique, Black Garlic Wontons

                                  • Grilled 12oz Angus Ribeye*

                                    Duck Fat Poached Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables, Huckleberry Steak Sauce, Rosemary Compound Butter

                                    • Braised Pork Osso Bucco

                                      Jalapeno-Cheddar Grits, Winter Greens, Guajillo Jus, Crisp Parsnips

                                      Last updated: January 9, 2025

                                      What 2,413 people are saying

                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                      4.8
                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                      • 4.7Food
                                      • 4.9Service
                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                      • 4.6Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

                                      Loved For

                                      • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

                                        Best Service

                                      • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

                                        Innovative

                                      • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

                                        Good for special occasions

                                      • Greensboro

                                        Best Overall

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                                        Best Ambiance

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                                        Best Value

                                      • Greensboro

                                        Innovative

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                                        Healthy

                                      • Greensboro

                                        Great for fine wines

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                                        Romantic

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                                        Good for special occasions

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                                        Lively

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                                        Most Booked

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      Undercurrent Restaurant in downtown Greensboro offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about "wonderful servers," delicious cocktails, and a varied menu including gluten-free options. The ambiance is inviting, making it perfect for "special occasions" and a "favorite" for many diners.

                                      2,413 Reviews

                                      1. PATSY

                                        Greensboro

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Thank you for outstanding service rendered to support our 2025 Galentine luncheon! It was the first time for three of us visiting your fabulous restaurant. Our waiter, Scott made the experience quite memorable as he executed exquisite service. The entire experience was 5 stars from booking the reservation and having to modify shortly after, to the inviting welcome received by all. The time was perfect as our table was spot on and tucked intimately away which allowed us to fellowship comfortably with each other. The food was delicious, and the choices were great. The clam chowder soup was scrumptious, and our meals all received ten fingers up. The chicken sandwich was moist, and I was allowed to garnish non-traditionally with toppings to my taste. I will certainly return to this fabulous establishment, and I hope Scott is working when I do.

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                                      2. Steve

                                        VIP

                                        Greensboro

                                        8 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        8 reviews

                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        Always a great place to dine! Great food served by a great staff.

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                                      3. Dwight

                                        Greensboro

                                        3 reviews

                                        4.0

                                        3 reviews

                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                        1. Overall 4
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        I started with the Lobster and Shrimp Spring Rolls with soy-ginger based. Perfect match, but I would’ve preferred a bit more seafood. My date had the spinach salad which was fabulous! Next I had the confit duck leg which was perfect, so tender and flavorful. My date had bacon wrapped trout, a special for the evening. That too was so delicious. I paired my dish with Sauvignon Blanc about which the waiter was quite knowledgeable and patiently explained the nuances of the brands they had. Service was very good, our waiter was very busy. Ambience is quaint and classy and the noise level was quiet. Dessert? Get the white chocolate wild blueberry bread pudding.

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                                      4. Jeanne

                                        Greensboro

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        A Greensboro institution. Delicious food. Extensive wine list. Superb service. Quiet but not overly so. Muted decor. Tables are far enough apart to avoid awkward encounters. I had the duck confit and my husband had the osso bucco. Generous portions. The lobster and crab egg rolls are a popular appetizer and deservedly so. And they have tasty warm bread. Will definitely return.

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                                      5. Phil

                                        San Francisco

                                        2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        2 reviews

                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        Always great service and crab cake was the best in town.

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                                      6. Gerry

                                        VIP

                                        Greensboro

                                        9 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        9 reviews

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Excellent brunch, food was delicious. Service was exceptional .

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                                      7. Chuck

                                        Detroit

                                        47 reviews

                                        3.0

                                        47 reviews

                                        Dined on February 7, 2025

                                        1. Overall 3
                                        2. Food 1
                                        3. Service 3
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        Such a disappointment. We had the duck leg and the daily special which was grouper with rice. Duck was good and wife really enjoyed it. I was unable to eat my grouper. It was seared into Jerky and I have tasted better rice from a rice a roni box. Talked to the manager, who did take it off the bill and offered to make me something else. However, by time they came over, wife was done with her dinner, so we left. Overall, we wont be back.

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                                      8. Amanda

                                        Greensboro

                                        6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        6 reviews

                                        Dined on February 6, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        As always love UC and the service! We will be back many more times!

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                                      9. Robbie

                                        Greensboro

                                        7 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        7 reviews

                                        Dined on February 4, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Another great business meal at Undercurrent. Great food in an atmosphere that you can carry out a real conversation.

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                                      10. Mark

                                        Wilmington

                                        8 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        8 reviews

                                        Dined on January 28, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Great place for good for and drink. Downtown location was walkable so no issues with parking. I had a perfectly cooked medium rare steak - excellent.

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                                      FAQs

                                      Undercurrent Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2413 OpenTable diners.

                                      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 14 times today
                                      Experiences are available.
                                      Google Map for Undercurrent Restaurant

                                      327 Battleground Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401

                                      Dining areas

                                      Additional information

                                      • Cross street
                                        Lindsey and Green Streets
                                      • Neighborhood
                                        Greensboro
                                      • Hours of operation
                                        Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Weekend Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
                                      • Price
                                        $31 to $50
                                      • Cuisines
                                        Contemporary American
                                      • Dining style
                                        Fine Dining
                                      • Dress code
                                        Smart Casual
                                      • Parking details
                                        Plenty of on-street parking. Available parking after 5pm at the Sun Trust building's parking lot across Battleground Ave.
                                      • Payment options
                                        AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                      • Executive chef
                                        Michael Harkenreader
                                      • Additional
                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                      • Website
                                        http://www.undercurrentrestaurant.com/
                                      • Phone number
                                        (336) 370-1266
                                      • Catering
                                        We can but we look at each catering job as to whether we can or can not accommodate.
                                      • Private party facilities
                                        Undercurrent, a Piedmont Triad favorite for its New American Cuisine, offers some of the best private dining fare in the city of Greensboro. We have exemplary private dining for the most discerning of palates and work with all different budget levels.

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