McNinch House
Day 1: 5-Course Seasonal Sophistication Tasting Series
A true veteran on the volatile restaurant scene (having opened back in, oh, 1989) this Zagat Award-Winning eatery, ensconced in a Victorian mansion in the 4th Ward, appeared on Charlotte Magazine’s “25 Best Restaurants” Lists in 2011, 2015-19, and 2023 and on Zagat’s List of the “Best Restaurants in America.” Named to the National Historic Register, the McNinch House features a harmonious fusion of towers, wings, gables, and inviting porches, topped with an elegant eyebrow window and a distinctive three-way fireplace that serves as a focal point, connecting the foyer, library, and dining room. Within this rare environment, Executive Chef Melanie Berry brings her many years of culinary experience to a menu that features an array of classic dishes, like she-crab soup, jumbo lump crab cake, bison steak, loin of venison, duck confit, and much more. (Leave also room for the luscious fruit cobbler or maybe the inside-out whoopie pie?) “Dinner at the McNinch House should be on your Charlotte bucket list,” raves Axios: “[It's] beautiful, delicious food.” Naturally, we are very excited to visit here. Hope you’ll join us!
About the Host:
Eric O’Connor
Executive Chef
Based in Charlotte, NC, Chef Eric O’Connor has helmed many prestigious kitchens, including Sea Level (a 2024 Charlotte Mag "Best Seafood Restaurant" Award-Winner) and his previous restaurant, American Revelry, in Texas. A graduate of The Culinary School of Fort Worth, he is known for his friendly demeanor, food safety expertise, and passion for mentorship.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu will be Shellfish Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Chilled Blueberry Soup
local blueberry, lemon gel, mint
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Caprese Salad
local heirloom tomato, frisée, basil, buffalo mozzarella, olive oil, balsamic reduction, summer truffle
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Ellen's Crab Cake
red cabbage slaw, remoulade, grilled lemon
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Roasted Leg of Lamb
lamb, colcannon cake, demi-glace, mixed greens
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Chocolate Mousse
whipped cream, toffee crunch, fresh fruit
McNinch House
511 N Church St
Charlotte, NC 28202
Event FAQs
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is NOT handicap accessible. If applicable, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ask questions about proper accommodations.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Allium, Dairy, Gluten, Fish, Mushroom, Nut. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
