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    Fresh Chef Kitchen

    4.4 (238 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Seafood, Wraps
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Chicken picatta
    Charlotte W.

    Went for dinner on a Sunday night. They weren't super busy inside but were doing a TON of takeout orders. They have pretty big menu. I decided on the chicken picatta and my husband got the Alfredo with blackened chicken. The service was pretty quick and friendly. The food came out hot and in a reasonable time. Mine was really good and flavorful with two pounded chicken breasts and a large serving of pasta! Plenty of leftovers. My husband's Alfredo was very soupy, he mentioned it to the manager and they offered to remake it. I think they got busy in the kitchen and left something out of the sauce. We will definitely be back and try something else on the big menu! Prices are very reasonable!

    Stacey A.

    Late lunch on a Sunday with my family. Came here by suggestion of my sister and we were not disappointed. I love that the menu is ecclectic enough that there's something for everyone but no so large that it's overwhelming. Our server, Kenzie, was wonderful. She was professional, helpful, prompt and super kind. She even helped us move to another table to accommodate an additional person to our party. We've already decided that when we go out to eat after church, no more searching all over, we're coming straight to Fresh Chef. Everything we had was delicious, although my sister didn't like the dressing on the kale salad. I ordered mine on the side, thought it had kick but it was good. Parking is great, location is in a plaza. Tip: if you pay cash you save a few dollars Check them out!

    RA C.

    Had a very busy weekend! I'll try to do the food justice. Today we celebrated a friend's birthday at Fresh Chef on Lawyer's Road in - I believe Matthews - on the border of Matthews and Indian Trail. Excellent food, cannot complain! Service was pretty good, of course always appreciate the Manager at that location - Frankie, she's wonderful! Frankie always takes care of us and I appreciate that so much! We had a variety of different dishes, both breakfast and lunch. The breakfast foods were good, the crab cake good, salmon? Was excellent! If you're looking for good quality home-cooked food this is a great place to be. Very happy with them. I can't speak to any other location? But I can speak to this one and Frankie always delivers!! She knew we were from St. Luke's church, a really great experience not ever had an issue!

    Shrimp and grits
    D A.

    I ordered lunch here via Uber Eats. The food definitely was a positive distraction from a stressful work day. I ordered shrimp and grits & brussels sprouts. The food was hot upon delivery. There was a little spillage of sauce with the brussels sprouts, but it may have been caused by the driver versus the restaurant. I had some food leftover. Will definitely visit when I'm in the area.

    Menu and a sycamore
    Jill M.

    A Mother's Day treat! We had reservations and were able to change them to an earlier time without any problem. Started with tuna appetizer, enjoyed shrimp and grits, salmon, and a shrimp salad. All the food was fresh and delicious. Service was great. Craft beers was cold. The space itself is in a strip mall, but inside clean, modern and lots of light and roomy--not crowded. I would highly recommend for Mother's Day or any day!

    Hania A.

    I have been trying to check out local spots more often in the area and this one has been on the list since it had great reviews. I guess it used to be "Steven Mills" and now combined with "Fresh Chef" restaurant. The service is good, quick, and everyone is very friendly. We tried it for breakfast and the best thing was the omelet, the veggie & California with egg whites, and they were just ok. The other items came out somewhat cold or burned (or if you want to call it extra crispy): potatoes, grits, waffle, cheddar biscuit, toast. It wasn't very fresh, so not sure if some of these items were just sitting out for a while. So overall, omelet and orange juice were ok...hence the two star rating. The food was not picturesque, so only captured the menu lol. Maybe lunch and dinner provide a different experience.

    Fruit cup
    Jennifer D.

    To be honest I was worried trying it here due to questionable reviews but so happy I did. I was seated right away, love the interior, decor and overall comfortable vibe. We had omelets and they were very good and reasonably priced! I also got the $5 mimosa which was delish. Admittedly our server was not very friendly but was at least attentive. And the hostess stood at the front while everyone watched her brush her hip length hair- pretty gross. But anyway, I'm sure the food is consistent and the menu has something for everyone!

    Alexandra T.

    Food was good. They are very nice. Had the fresh smoked salmon. The guacamole and chips the artichoke dip and Hawaiian chicken sandwich. They have daily specials which all the locals came (women) which if town women are all here they must be doing something right.

    Jake P.

    It's great see these guys expanding. The Cornelius location has been a favorite spot of mine for years. I've never had a bad experience at any Fresh Chef and the food is always tasty...and actually healthy(ier). This one carried on the name well! I love their salads (and I don't usually go for the salad when eating out). This is one place I can really get a light nutritious meal out and enjoy it as much. For this lunch I had the teriyaki filet salad. Absolutely delicious. Enough steak to enjoy, but not so much you'd feel bad about. The texture was perfect and that teriyaki flavor complimented the salad nicely. Tons of greens. And they were all fresh and arranged perfectly. This salad was amazing. My friend ordered a burger. I've never had a burger here, but dang it looked good! I added that pic as well for reference. She raved about it.

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    Excellent, fresh, house made. We've been back 3 times and it's just as good as the time before. Yum!

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