Food and Drink

Michelin-recommended steakhouse is coming to Charlotte. How to get an early look

A Michelin-recommended steakhouse is moving ahead with opening in Charlotte this fall by offering foodies a few sneak peeks at what’s to come.

Guard and Grace, which already has locations in Denver and Houston, is now under construction on the 10th floor of the Vivian at Queensbridge Collective.

The 10,224-square-foot space will include a full-service bar and private dining rooms, along with a 2,000-square-foot outdoor terrace with skyline views.

A high-angle, top-down photograph of a long wooden dining table filled with an elaborate spread of gourmet dishes and drinks at Guard and Grace. Two people are partially visible, their hands reaching into the frame to interact with the meal.
Guard and Grace offers oak-fired steaks, along with fresh seafood and traditional, yet elevated, steakhouse sides. Jason Sinn Photography

The Denver location of the TAG Restaurant Group steakhouse, led by founder and executive chef Troy Guard Denver location is Michelin recommended. Its entry notes: “Steaks are the obvious draw but a full seafood bar is a close second.”

Guard and Grace offers oak-fired prime beef, seafood towers and other raw bar offerings, house-made charcuterie and seasonal vegetarian dishes. High-end cocktails, an extensive wine collection and beer is available to pair with your meal.

This is a vibrant, close-up photograph of a two-tiered chilled seafood tower being held by a chef at Guard and Grace. The image emphasizes the freshness and luxury of the restaurant’s raw bar offerings.
A seafood tower at Guard and Grace. TAG Restaurant Group
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How to get an early look at Guard and Grace

Ahead of the opening, Guard is collaborating with notable Charlotte chefs to showcase a curated taste of his menu in Charlotte.

On March 25, chef Andres Kaifer will team up with Guard at Customshop for a night of flavor-forward dishes as part of Savor Charlotte. Reservations are available through OpenTable.

On April 14, James Beard semifinalist chef Chayil Johnson will collaborate with Guard for a night of friends and fellowship over food at Community Matters Cafe. Tickets are $125 per person via Tock.

A high-angle, minimalist shot of a single plated steak against a dark, textured slate-gray background.
A steak at Guard and Grace. TAG Restaurant Group

Guard and Grace

Location: Queensbridge Collective, 111 E Carson Blvd. Ste 100 Charlotte, NC 28203

Menu

Cuisine: Steakhouse

Instagram: @guardandgracecharlotte

This story was originally published February 17, 2026 at 9:32 AM.

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