The Asbury restaurant, nestled in the lobby of the city’s only historic boutique hotel, is named in honor of Louis Asbury, Sr. In 1929, the Charlotte architect designed what is now The Dunhill Hotel. Today, our modern Southern restaurant honors the past, celebrates the seasons, and looks forward.
Modern space inside The Dunhill Hotel serving rustic Southern fare made with farm-fresh ingredients.
JOSEPHINE LOCAL
As a top Google Local Guide, I’m always on the lookout for unique places to explore with my husband. When we walked into The Asbury, the breakfast rush had just ended and we had missed the chef—but we met Tim, who graciously offered to make whatever we wanted. Now that’s hospitality!
We ordered the chicken and waffles and the eggs Benedict, and don’t even get me started on the most delicious beignet—oh my word! Absolutely outstanding.
Although I’ve read several negative reviews, our first visit was wonderful. Beth provided attentive, 5-star service, and we left already planning our return to try more items on the menu.
Parking: We parked down the street. I did read another review mentioning parking validation, so I’d recommend asking ahead of your visit.
Happy exploring
—Josephine, Local Guide
… moreDiane Vera
We went here for the pre-Wicked menu.The service was excellent, but the food was disappointing. The online menu said beef tenderloin would be served, but we received a very fatty bland strip steak. The fat was not rendered properly. The meat was cold, unseasoned, and not seared. It tasted like it had been steamed. The vegetables were okay. The shrimp appetizer tasted like it was made with frozen shrimp. The lemon meringue pie was lackluster and soggy. I would not recommend this restaurant. They did have a wine bottle special and validated parking. The food was very overpriced for poor quality.
… moreBen Riazi
Four years from now, the Dunhill Hotel will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Ninety-six years ago, when the hotel’s architect, Mr. Louis Asbury, was designing it, he probably didn’t imagine that the hotel’s restaurant would one day be named after him — or that his name would be given to a delicious burger I ordered yesterday, along with a salad.
Mr. Chong served me; he was a kind, humble, and humorous man. I wanted to see the second floor as well, but it wasn’t possible. I really loved the warm and friendly atmosphere of the restaurant, and the Asbury Burger was excellent.
Ben, Local Guide.
… moreRic Schank
Easily the worst dining experience in memory. The Asbury is part of The Dunhill Hotel. The hotel lost power and had evicted all guests. The Asbury, next door, did not lose power and stated that their only limitation was that the bar, apparently in The Dunhill, was not operable and therefore they had no spirits nor draft beer. Ok, we could deal with that (although it makes no sense that one could not still pour a bourbon or shake a martini). The servers bless their hearts were trying, but management has not trained staff at all (this will seem arrogant, but i ordered a bottle of wine amongst 3 at our table and said that the person sitting opposite me would taste it. The server poured a full glass for my and the 3rd person, then poured a taste for the taster. Really?) The food was barely edible. Meatloaf was dry and tasteless other than the bottled barbecue glaze, skirt steak was overdone, mashed potatoes were whipped into glue, gnocchi was leathery, mahi mahi was a hockey puck. Also the place was quite noisy for a small restaurant that was 1/3 full. Nobody (8 of us) even considered looking at the dessert menu at that point.
… moreEric Sifford
I was recently honored with the opportunity to join a professional group of public servants in our first official meeting, and we chose The Asbury as our venue. Despite ongoing repairs in the immediate area due to recent severe weather events, The Asbury provided an good meeting location with excellent food. I was particularly impressed by the service. Both Sonia and Beth were extraordinarily professional, attentive, courteous, and quick to take our orders and bring our food. I was impressed. Thank you!
… moreCynthia R
As a native of Charlotte I am absolutely ashamed that I have not been here before. I probably had the best burger ever in my life. Service was great, ambience amazing and everything very clean. Only thing that could make this experience better is if they had live jazz in the lobby of the hotel. I will definitely be back.
… moreChris Behrman
Was staying at the Dunhill Hotel so went downstairs for breakfast. It was delicious ! Great food. Tried the chicken and waffles.
… moreJason Anderson
Came for the Spamalot pre-show menu. Great price for a three course meal. Food was good and we actually had to take desert with us because we were full. The wine special made it fantastic. The service made it extraordinary. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
… moreBradford Allen
Nice atmosphere quaint dining area and lively appointed. Service from our server was good but others definitely need better training. Some of the food was good but the steaks were too thin and not cooked properly especially considering one was to be rare and one was to be medium well.
… moreMickey Stephens
Sonya and Chef Bob are amazing! I inquired about the sweet potato soup and they said we will make it this week for you. This is one of the best places to eat with an amazing atmosphere. You can’t find a better lunch. Their sticky buns are to die for. Great place to take someone if you want a wonderful atmosphere. The hotel is amazing also. 92 years old and one of the oldest landmarks! Thanks again for an excellent experience!
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