Here’s when Dressler’s is closing in Huntersville, so you can plan one last visit.
A Lake Norman restaurant that’s been open for decades is officially closing its doors in September, and another popular one is moving into the space.
Dressler’s, which opened in 2003, is closing its original location in Birkdale Village after nearly 20 years.
The popular steakhouse opened by Jon and Kim Dressler — who originally met while working at another restaurant — has long been a staple in the community, along with its Charlotte location at The Metropolitan and outpost at Middle C Jazz Club.
“Dressler’s is a very special restaurant to us and we’re grateful to the community for the love and support since we opened the doors,” owner Jon Dressler said. “Being our first restaurant, we did not take this decision lightly. The guests and team are our family, so this is by no means a goodbye to any of them.”
Rare Roots Hospitality, the restaurant group behind Dressler’s, will be opening another one of its restaurants into the same space: Fin & Fino.
The “social seafood house” known for its fresh seafood, housemade pastas and unique cocktails opened in uptown Charlotte five years ago. Now, the team is planning to renovate Dressler’s and bring the same coastal-inspired design to its second location with an expanded bar, dining room and patio.
“With all of the exciting changes coming to Birkdale Village, we feel it is time to bring in something new ourselves,” Dressler said. “The energy and charisma of Fin & Fino will fit in well and will be an integral player in the updates underway there.”
Birkdale Village has been undergoing a major redevelopment that includes business expansions, relocations and remodels, with 17 openings expected this year at the retail center by North American Properties and Nuveen Real Estate, CharlotteFive previously reported.
“Dressler’s has been a fixture at the heart of the Village for nearly two decades, and we were thrilled when Jon decided to extend his run with us earlier this year,” said Adam Schwegman, executive vice president at North American Properties. “We’re excited for this next chapter together and look forward to seeing the restaurant’s evolution.”
Dressler’s Restaurant at Birkdale Village will officially close on Sept. 26, and the team will begin transforming the space for Fin & Fino, which is expected to open this winter.
Rare Roots is also closing Dogwood: A Southern Table & Bar on Saturday, Aug. 26. Celebrity chef and restaurateur David Burke plans to take over the space and bring in The Fox & Falcon. A new Mediterranean concept from Rare Roots, Chapter 6, is on its way, as well.
Dressler’s
Location: 8630 Lindholm Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078
Cuisine: American, steak, seafood
Instagram: @dresslersrestaurant
This story was originally published August 22, 2023 at 10:38 AM.
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