Located near Davidson college, Kindred is a New-American cuisine restaurant that is set over two floors. The bustling and lively interior seating area are always abuzz with conversation, while the cozy outdoor garden setting has a more hushed and intimate ambiance. Drop in to sample exciting dishes off the menu like the Crispy Oysters with dill yogurt and Calabrian Chile Oil, the Flounder with turnip, butternut squash, and cider butter and the Squid Ink Conchiglie with shrimp and sea-urchin butter. For dessert, do not miss out on the moist and tender Milk Bread and the Take-Two & Call Me Amaro.
If you take your coffee seriously and believe in a farm to cup philosophy, do try out Summit Coffee at Davidson. With a homegrown lab for roasting their own coffee, they have good relationships with their growers and are transparent about where they source their coffee from. Their Benchmark Series has single origin coffees or coffee from a single source, that is, the coffee beans aren't blended with beans from different varieties and regions. These come from Ethiopia, Peru, Burundi, Colombia and Guatemala. They serve snacks and desserts to go with their coffees and also cater for private events with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
If you are into BBQ, then Midwood Smokehouse is among the top choices in a town that is filled with many barbecue options. Set inside the Park Road Shopping Center, it is a great place to relish favorites like Carolina pork, Saint Louis style pork ribs and brisket burnt ends. One can opt for a small or a large plate depending upon your appetite. Oozing with flavour, you can have their fabulous meats in sandwiches, combo platters or classic plates. They also have a fine range of craft beers at the bar to go along with your meal. Alfresco dining is available at their rooftop.
Those for looking for some Southern hospitality and some delicious regional cuisine need not look beyond Leah & Louise. This endearing restaurant offers some of the staples of the region such as River Chips, Catfish, fried chicken sandwich, smoked sausage, slow roasted cabbage and a whole lot more, well complemented by cocktails and beverages on offer. The decor is a colorful blend of tradition and modern, industrial fare, making dining an enjoyable experience.
Emmy Squared Pizza is part of a chain of pizzerias that was originally established in 2016 by Emily Hyland. They have multiple branches in states like Georgia, New York, Tennessee, Pennsylvania and many others. The menu includes a variety of Detroit-style pizzas, burgers and sandwiches. Pizzas lovers can even build their own pizzas with their choice of crust, sauce and toppings. Patrons can book themselves a private dining space for events like birthdays, get-togethers and business luncheons. This eatery even offers catering services at various outdoor locations.