McNinch House
Day 3: 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:
Melanie Berry
Executive Chef
Chef Melanie Berry graduated from Central Piedmont Community College and served as an integral member of the McNinch House team before becoming Exec Chef in January, '24. With decades of versatile experience in the food and beverage industry, she is dedicated to showcasing the best of local farmers, emphasizing sustainability, and sharing the rich narratives behind each ingredient.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Chilled Blueberry Soup
blood orange, housemade lemon crème fraîche
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Crispy Pork Belly
sweet corn succotash, carrot purée
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Dukkah-Encrusted Halibut
calamansi black rice, sunflower pesto, seasonal vegetables
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Durham Ranch Beef Tenderloin
veal demi jus, kennebec mashed potato, seasonal vegetables
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Dessert Duo
australian butter cake with housemade jam, chocolate, desiccated coconut / salted & chocolate-dipped ashe county cheese
McNinch House
511 N Church St
Charlotte, NC 28202
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- 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 [email protected].
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $90 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
