Triad Eats

This locally-owned restaurant offers the best of both worlds. It’s only a short drive from the downtown area, yet has a scenic view and southern feel. Having served the area for over 30 years, Ryan’s has become a triad favorite. Last year this restaurant won a Diners’ Choice Award from Open Table.The upscale surf and turf menu offers some of the finest meat and produce around. The mouthwatering lobster and brie appetizer served over puff pastry is the perfect start to your meal. Mushrooms, sauted onions and barnaise sauce can be added to any one of their extensive selection of steaks, which adds a nice complimenting flavor. Among their specialties, the macadamia nut crusted chicken and grilled shrimp and New Zealand lamb are a few favorites.As no meal is complete without the perfect drink, Ryan’s offers an award winning wine and spirits list. Though there are plenty of moderately-priced wines, if you’re celebrating a particularly momentous occasion, some of their best wines will set you back a couple hundred dollars.The dark wood dcor and fireplaces create a cozy environment, and the back bar room and the boardroom are both great for private dining occasions and can be reserved by calling Ryan’s at 336-724-6132. To ensure you don’t have to wait, it’s a good idea to make a dinner reservation, which can be done online.Check out the Ryan’s Restaurant website for hours, directions and a full copy of the menu.