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    131 MAIN Restaurant

    4.3 (790 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Danish Baby Back Ribs...THE BEST!

    Such a great place for great food and great atmosphere. This is probably my favorite restaurant in Huntersville/Cornelius. I ALWAYS get the ribs but there are no bad choices on their menu. I'm a lifelong fan! The service is solid too. The waiters are so friendly and professional, seriously the best service I have experienced.

    "Big Island" Ribeye*
    Mercedes S.

    Unfortunately, this is probably the worst review I've had to give 131 main because it is one of my favorite spots. But yesterday I had ordered the big island ribeye and asked for a medium cook on the steak. When it came out, it was well done. I made the server aware, and she kindly went back to the kitchen and asked for a do over. When it came out the second time , It came out pretty much rare and the manager came over saw it, apologized again, took it back and at this point I said you know I don't even want the steak to eat here because it had already taken too long. I'll just take it to go, but if we can get it at a medium cook. When they bought it out for the third time, yes, the third time, it was boxed and bagged ready for me to take home. When I got home to eat the steak, it was well done again. So needless to say, whoever was cooking steaks yesterday probably needs to go back through training.

    I/2 of the Club Sandwich with honey mustard for a dip. Curbside order.
    Tom C.

    Looks like the last time I reviewed 131 Main was during Covid after they started curbside pick up. It was five stars then it was five stars before then and it's still five stars. They were one of the first non-chain really good restaurants to open after we had moved to the area and they have been on point with consistently great food and service since day one. Whether dining in or getting takeout like we did yesterday for lunch it's a real joy to experience 131. Will end with a bonus tip. Don't sleep on the hot dog during lunch!

    Menu March 2026
    Michael N.

    Thank you Yelpsters, visited due to ratings and comments this week as I visited NC. What an amazing restaurant. Ample free parking. Enjoyed the lighting and interior. Prime Rib sandwich was outstanding. The mean was tender, lean, not too salty, juicy and piked high. Accompanied by a dipping bowl of au jus and a huge side of hot French fries, overall, 10/10 for flavor, temp and quality. One of the best Prime Rib sandwiches I've ever enjoyed. Service was attentive and friendly. Overall, a wonderful dining experience.

    Double cut pork chop

    Amazing food wonderful service. My husband said it was the best Halibut he has ever had. The pork chop was amazing .

    Cortney B.

    We had a lovely weeknight dinner at 131 Main. The food was great and our server was attentive. We will definitely be back! For drinks, we got a French 75 and an Old Fashioned. We ordered the corn bread with honey for an appetizer. It was delicious, crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. For dinner, I had the slow roasted chicken which was phenomenal - so tender and well seasoned. My husband got the prime rib sandwich which was good as well, but I ordered better ;)

    Filet Mignon*
    Cara P.

    131 main has been on my list of restaurants to try for a while. When we arrived, it was very crowded and it bit more upscale than anticipated. The restaurant was loud but in a good way. Friends and family were having a great time. Our family of 4 came and we did have one child. They did not have a kids menu...the waiter had to list out the options which was weird. We ordered the shrimp and grits, pasta, and the filet. All dishes were pretty good. I do plan to come back on a date night...it was not a place i would bring my kid again for a side of fries

    Salmon & Green Beans
    Tori P.

    We came for a lunch visit with my parents. There's plenty of parking pretty close to the door. The staff members were absolutely amazing from the moment we stepped in the door. We were immediately seated and provided menus. Our server explained the specials and answered our questions about the options. The ambiance is semi-upscale, I felt comfortable in business casual clothing. I went with the Salmon entree and a side of green beans. It was the perfect size for lunch and tasted great. I also tried my husband's Shrimp & Grits and I will definitely be ordering that next time. To wrap up our meal, I tried the Strawberry Shortcake with ice cream. The cake was warm and the strawberries were fresh. My parents tried the brownie & ice cream dessert and, of course, I had to try a bite. The brownie is topped with nuts as well as chocolate and caramel sauce. The scoop of vanilla ice cream was the perfect pair. You truly can't go wrong with either dessert. Like I mentioned, service was perfect throughout our visit. The dining room and bathrooms were very clean. And everything was simply delicious. I HIGHLY recommend 131 Main and can't wait to visit again.

    The North Carolina Rainbow Trout / Brussel sprouts
    Keith W.

    131 main is the definition of consistency, no matter the time you come in the customer service is always accommodating, everyone paying attention to details. The helpfulness of the staff helps you to choose the right meal. No matter lunch or dinner the foods always fresh and delicious. It's a testament on how you can never go wrong choosing 131 main.

    Jeanita O.

    I was happy to dine at this location, in comparison to my favorite Southpark location. The ambience was bright, intimate, and cozy. The restaurant was packed with a constant flow of customers. My waiter was amazing (Maverick??). He did not miss a beat, and he recommended delicious food options to try. I enjoyed my crab cakes, broccoli, potato soup, and garlic mashed potatoes. I have no complaints, and I will return again soon.

    Maryland Style Crab Cakes
    Kia R.

    Reservation made and honored at specific time. Another great experience. Exceptional service and food. Food is made fresh never frozen and made to order.

    Halibut special with Wild Rice Salad
    Meesh G.

    Prime rib sandwich is now in my top entrees. The meat is so tender and the au jus has a great balance of saltiness and broth. Their fries are a great pairing with the sandwich because they are light and crisp.

    Cast Iron Cornbread
    Donna L.

    The vibe in this place is just sophisticated and beautiful. Always packed so it's best to make a reservation, as you will wait a while for a table. The we had a reservation but sat at the bar. Went to celebrate a birthday. Jack was our bartender and server. He was fantastic. The service was superb! And always is whenever I go. The food is so fresh and delicious! It was amazing can't wait ti go back. The chicken was light and juicy. Ribs were tender and falling off the bone. Just yummy.

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    Ask the Community - 131 MAIN Restaurant

    Can I bring my fur babe for outside seating?

    Yes You can

    Do you have vegan options?

    Emily, this restaurant doesn't specify vegan options that I know of - however, my guess is that you could always modify the salads to create something raw and vegan. Good luck!

    Can you bring your own wine for dinner? (I assume with corkage fee)

    Yes, you can bring your own wine and NO corkage fee!

    Can you bring outside food in for a picky eater?

    I would call and speak to the manager to confirm but I'm sure it would be ok as long as you're ordering from the menu.

    What COVID precautions does your restaurant have? Do all of your employees wear masks?

    We were just there Sunday evening and not all staff wear masks. As best I can tell those in the kitchen were masked and gloved up but more than half of the waitstaff and hostesses are not donning a mask!

    Need a gift certificate but I live out of town. Will you mail?

    Hi Carolyn, You can order a gift card on line on our website. Here is the link.… Read more

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