We came to Restaurant Constance for my husband's birthday, and it was the perfect celebratory meal! There are only 10 tables, so definitely make a reservation beforehand online. They require a $25 deposit per person at the time of the reservation (you can cancel for a refund up to 24 hours before), which will be deducted from your check at the end of the night. We came in on a Thursday evening, and every table was occupied, but it didn't feel cramped. I love how there's the feel of an open kitchen since you can see it through the glass. Interior is chic, with fresh flowers on each table. Our server was super friendly, and did an awesome job explaining the menu and stand-out dishes. We started with the NA Cocktail Flight, which is perfect for 2 people to share! We got to choose any 3 NA cocktails to include, and went with the Typical Situation, Moonlight Mile, and Hello. My fave was the Typical Situation, and my partner's fave was the Moonlight Mile. So nice to be able to try a variety! Our server explained that the menu changes every 2-3 weeks based on what the farms (most Carolina-based) have in season. SO COOL! And also means that you may not be able to order these dishes in a few days. We started with the Korean Fried Chicken lettuce wraps, which were crispy, sticky fried chicken bits that you could wrap in lettuce with shiso leaves, cilantro, and pickled cucumber. This ain't your momma's KFC! The chicken was out of this world - and we made quite a mess but ate every bit. Next came the jalapeno cornbread waffle, which our server told us is a menu staple since folks like it so much. The waffle comes with a generous scoop of pimento cheese topped with pepper jelly, which added a creamy, slightly spicy kick. I loved the Southern roots to this dish. These hit the spot and are a must-try! For our entree, we got the Outer Banks scallops, which were served with veggies and couscous in a delectable broth. I wish it came with a spoon, because I would have drunk the broth up! The scallops (4) were generously seasoned and tender, and the couscous was such a lovely accompaniment that gave it some Mediterranean flair. Time for dessert! We went with the chocolate miso tart, which featured a very generous, sticky layer of red miso caramel atop a black sesame shortbread crust. I loved the sea salt atop the rich chocolate ganache top, giving it that perfect salty-sweet balance. The plate came out with a candle to celebrate the occasion, and the Restaurant Constance team also signed a birthday card for him - so special! Overall, a phenomenal mix of flavors and ingredients that change regularly - so you'll need to keep coming back and get blown away!

Best. Culinary. Experience. In Charlotte! Food was amazing. Small and intimate. Flavors I've never had before.

Yes yes yes. Make your reservations now. Amazing textures and flavors. Couldn't describe it in words. You must end the meal with the most chocolate tarte!

This is the best meal I have had in Charlotte in a very long time and Charlotte has a lot of good food! There's only about 10 tables in the restaurant. The service is great and a good wine selection. We didn't know what wine to choose so they let us try a few. The sashimi was out of this world and that's saying a lot because I used to live in Japan. The fish melts in your mouth like butter. The dumplings were great too. You can clearly tell that they homemade the dough. Scallops and short ribs were both out of bounds too! We were pleased with everything we ordered. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. Definitely need a reservation!

I wish I could give this 10 stars!! WOW. This has been on my list for a while and it not only did not disappoint, it exceeded my already high expectations! The restaurant is an intimate, 10 table restaurant with the most lovely vibe. Modern yet warm and welcoming with lovely staff at the front! Our waitress was so knowledgeable about the entire food and wine menus and made great suggestions. I truly cannot get over this food - the Korean chicken lettuce wraps, the hamachi, the beef short ribs over the most insane risotto with black rice, the wagyu steak with unreal jalapeno potatoes, the strawberry pot pie and the chocolate dessert (can't remember the name) were all truly epic. I don't think I've eaten that much in one seating in a long time but I couldn't stop. We tried several of the wines (bourdeaux blanc, gamay, Tempranillo and Sangiovese) and all were exquisite. Truly cannot recommend this restaurant more!! There is parking right outside of the restaurant and around the side of the building as well. Do keep in mind that they are 90 minute reservations because of how small the restaurant is but I promise, you don't feel rushed and it is a wonderful experience!

The food was impecable. Fresh flavors, delicate textures and absolutely delicious. The service was fantastic. The restaurant is small and it feels intimate, that gives it a nice atmosphere.

A culinary experience like few others, Restaurant Constance serves up a farm-to-table masterclass in an intimate setting that makes you feel like you're in the owner's private home. The brainchild of executive chef Sam Diminich, this west Charlotte gem curates a fabulously diverse menu that will have you planning your next visit before you even pay the check. And plan you must -- reservations can take weeks to lock in, but the wait is absolutely worth it. On a recent visit with friends, we started with drinks and a delicious selection of small plates that blew us away. From the succulent Short Rib Arepa to the flavorful Korean Lettuce Wraps and Pork Belly Dumplings, every dish exceeded our expectations. For our entrees, we enjoyed Chef Sam's signature Braised Short Ribs, along with an amazing order of Marinated Scallops with a side of turnips and Koji Grits. The entire experience was phenomenal, including our server, who helped us navigate the menu and select the perfect bottle of wine to accompany the meal. There's a small circle of Charlotte restaurants that I truly consider to be World Class, and Constance is indisputably among them. A fantastic addition to the Queen City dining scene, and one I can't recommend highly enough.

It is hard to put into words just how phenomenal our dinner at Restaurant Constance was. We booked a reservation for my birthday after hearing rave reviews about it (and being inspired by Chef Sam Diminich's story of recovery), and our high expectations were easily exceeded. The staff were friendly, welcoming and very attentive, and the space is tiny, understated and elegant. We especially loved the slideshow of local farms and the large kitchen viewing window - watching the staff plate gorgeous meals reminded us a bit of watching "The Bear"! As for the food, we didn't eat a single thing that didn't blow us away. We ordered a great bottle of wine and started with the pork belly dumplings (I could have eaten 97 of those - they were too good for words) and the poblano yam pupusa (smoky, savory and unique). Entree-wise, we went with the seared scallops over grits (so juicy and flavorful) and the NY strip with rosemary au jus and a fresh green wrapped around spaghetti squash/cheese/mushrooms. What we loved most about the entrees was the table-side sauce additions, and to make it even more special and memorable, Chef Sam himself came out and added the au jus to our steak. He probably stayed at our table for a good five minutes, and he couldn't have been more down-to-earth and kind. We will never forget that. The chocolate miso tart was exactly as our waitress described it - like a luxurious Twix bar in the form of a fancy tart. The entire staff (including Chef Sam) even signed a birthday card for me that they brought out with the dessert. What a tremendous celebration of local ingredients and elegant flavors Restaurant Constance is. We already can't wait to return!

I went into Restaurant Constance with very high expectations, as it had been highly recommended by some friends. My wife and I also had been to Counter a few times before, which was in the same space before Restaurant Constance came in so we've had a number of good experiences in that space. My expectations were exceeded in every way. Without making this too long-winded, the highlights for me were the service, the jalapeno cornbread waffles, KFC lettuce wraps, scallops, short rib, and dessert. Oh wait, that was like the entire meal. I would go back in a heartbeat and could even order everything entirely different and I'm sure it would be just as good because everything we saw come out of the kitchen looked amazing. Chef Sam made the rounds a couple of times to see how things were going in the dining room and was very friendly. Kudos to him for doing so. They also play good music over their overhead speakers that adds to the ambiance of the dinner. Overall, 5/5 and can't wait to go back.