Kindred is a standout restaurant in Davidson, NC, known for turning familiar American classics into something fresh, memorable, and beautifully prepared. Set at 131 N Main St, this stylish hot spot offers a welcoming atmosphere that feels just as right for a relaxed brunch as it does for a polished dinner out.
Guests are drawn to its thoughtful menu, creative approach, and inviting setting, where outdoor seating adds to the experience and every visit feels like an occasion worth savoring.
From morning meals to evening gatherings, Kindred brings together the kind of dining options that make life easier and more enjoyable. Whether you prefer dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, or the convenience of on-site services, the restaurant is designed to fit a variety of plans and preferences.
Its menu features a well-rounded selection that includes alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, small plates, spirits, and wine, making it easy to pair the perfect drink with the perfect meal.
Known especially for brunch, dinner, dessert, seating, and table service, Kindred delivers the kind of experience that keeps guests coming back for both everyday enjoyment and special celebrations.
Comfort, accessibility, and hospitality are clearly part of the experience as well. Kindred provides wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, helping ensure that more guests can enjoy a smooth and comfortable visit.
Additional conveniences such as a bar on site, gender-neutral toilets, restroom facilities, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi add to the restaurant’s modern, guest-focused appeal. With reservations accepted and payment options including debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and credit cards, planning a visit is simple and stress-free.
Backed by a strong 4.60-star rating from 1,195 reviews, Kindred has earned its reputation as a trusted destination for high-quality dining, warm service, and a memorable experience in the heart of Davidson.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
white onion, calabrian chile
green goddess, goat cheese, pistachio, bottarga
daily assortment, castelvetrano olives, black mustard
daily assortment
rocket's ribiola, marcona almond, mint
whipped feta, pomegranate piri piri
crab fat mayonnaise
dill yogurt, calabrian chile oil
georgia royal red shrimp, sea urchin butter, tarragon
guanciale, english pea, pecorino sardo
morel mushroom, white miso, creme fraiche
green garlic, wasabi tobiko, peanut chili crunch
green curry sunchoke puree, rock crab, rhubarb
SC polenta, blackberry mostarda
pommes puree, sauce bordelaise
*limit 2 per order* one house-made loaf with a side of our butter.
cream cheese icing, sprinkles
cream cheese icing. limit 2 per order
served with fries
served with fries
served with fries
you pick: mac n cheese, butter or tomato sauce :)
house blend 11oz candle
premium black wool hat with a big ol' K on the front for Kindred
black 5 panel kindred hat
muted green 5 panel hat
premium grey wool hat, lists "AF" on the back.
Super soft unisex t-shirt.
Super soft unisex t-shirt.
Super soft unisex t-shirt.
Super soft unisex t-shirt.
Super soft unisex t-shirt.
Hear from our valued guests
Best restaurant in the Lake Norman area, if not the entire Charlotte metro. Amazing cocktails, dynamite dishes, and an all-around great atmosphere. They serve small plate style, and the plate sizes are good to share for a couple of people. The fried oysters were my favorite dish--a must try while there. The cocktails were the highlight--all were amazing and worth the price. Listen, this is not a cheap meal, but well worth the price paid for a great meal in a vibrant setting. The staff were friendly and good at making food and drink recommendations. There is seating indoor and out; try stopping in for a cocktail at the bar as well. Davidson is lucky to have this restaurant on Main Street.
wow. i'm not sure if i've ever had a dish as perfectly created as the wagyu beef tartare. each bite was perfect as the acidic lemon rivaled the crispiness of the small sunchoke chips. the duck fat potatoes were well seasoned, and the crab mayonnaise that went along with them was 💯. the rigatoni was one of my favorites. its wagyu beef fell apart in my mouth along with the very soft noodles and peppers. the bone-in-pork arista was one of my least favorite of the night. I enjoyed the peas it came over, but the actual meat was a little tougher than i was expecting. the fried chicken was good, and you could tell they had just made the crust. not pictured is the pull-apart bread given at the beginning. wow, that was good. it's a nice salty piece and you can add sweet butter to it. i can see why people would enjoy the dim lighting but that was my main critique of the actual place as it made the lights outside a little blinding. there's a high chance you need to make a reservation in advance if you'd like to dine here.
My husband and I went last night for our wedding anniversary and they are spectacular! Our waitress, Elyse, is the sweetest and helpful person. She and the hostess took account on my food allergy and accommodated me accordingly. The food was delicious! I loved the milk bread and the Duck Fat Potatoes as our apps, and they gave us complimentary house made pickles that really compliments the duck fat potatoes and balanced out the cocktails. The cocktails were really good. I got the espresso cocktail and my husband had the kindred spirits that was really to our liking. The rigatoni was so good and fulfilling and the bone in pork chop was basically Thanksgiving on a plate. The dessert was really the icing on the cake with the milk bread bread pudding. Everything was amazing and will definitely come back for another occasion. Thank yall so much for making our anniversary date night really special.
Stop searching for a restaurant because now you found Kindred. Go and you won’t regret it. I live in San Francisco and this place would easily hang with all the best restaurants there. So tasty, everything is elevated with great ingredients and creative combinations, the cocktails are A+, and the wine list super well curated too. Coming here was a highlight of my visit to Davidson. 10 out of 5 stars—THANK YOU!! P.S. if you like bread pudding, don’t skip it!!
My girls friends of Charlotte took me there years ago it was magical experience. You feel that you are in a major metropolitan area of the world restaurant scene. Everything is delicious and delicious deliciousness. Their waitress classy and friendly and knowledgeable. You feel magical and the food is extraordinary. The food that a Queen will applaud it ❤️❤️❤️
Update: We went back the next night with 2 friends and again for brunch. Yes, 3 days in a row. Morgan and Scott rolled out the red carpet and made our friends feel special the 2nd night. Brandy (Brandi), Ellis, and Kenny all killed it with fun and well seasoned service. Great people, great food, great setting. Love the alley way dining area. I hope their restaurant culture lives on for years to come. Owners can think up whatever they want, but the people in it are the ones bringing the vision to life. Truly outstanding experience. Johanna, Kenny, Scott, and everyone (front of house, bartender, chefs) went out of their way to welcome us to their town. They are a poster child of "unreasonable hospitality". Very friendly, helpful, and willing to accomodate our requests. My wife gets nauseous with honey - no problem, they'll highlight the dishes that don't use honey. We don't like a lot of alcohol, but like mixed drinks - great, the bartender will go easy. Too full for dessert after the entrees, but still want it - sounds good, we will let you relax and send dessert up later. Great conversations - it feels like old school hospitality. You can't ask for more. Their food felt fresh in ingredients and creativity. There is clearly thoughtful composition and artful execution. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the flavors, textures, and presentation. Truly worth the prices - they are not boiling a bag of frozen sauce and dump it on dried pasta. We have been to Michelin star restaurants and frankly the food is better here. Ambiance was nice with a hip vibe. They kept the brick / smaller town look, but the elevated with current decor. Music was curated and it shows. Beautiful outdoor and indoor seating. 10/10. Wish we have this restaurant where we live.
If I could give this place 10 stars for service I would! Having previously worked in the restaurant/food service industry and Disney World, I was blown away by the absolutely impeccable service! Our waitress Zoëy was incredible and it was her FIRST NIGHT 4/25/2026)! If she had not have shared that with us we would have never known. She glided through that place like a pro. Not once did she stutter over her knowledge on a menu item. Even when we sat down she asked about any food allergies, took our menus and brought them back with each item crossed off that was not compliant with our dietary needs. Every single person who stopped by our table was so kind! I watched a young man carefully inspect every single piece of glasswear that he set on the table as he was helping reset the table. You can tell Kindred is careful with who they choose to help curate a full dining experience! Now on to the food... At first glance, the menu looks very limited. That's because it's farm to table so they take what's seasonal and create something with what's available. So there's a possibility, depending on what's available on the menu today, may not be there in a few weeks or next season. If you're an adventurous eater the limited menu pushes you outside of your comfort zone to try something new. We started off with the salted milk bread. It's a super soft yeasted bread that's been sprinkled with flake salt before it's baked and served with a butter. That alone is worth the trip back! Next were the drinks. I don't drink alcohol so I ordered the Beach Bum. It was a delicious blend of pineapple, coconut, passion fruit, lime, and Sprite. It was the perfect spring/summer mocktail. I hope they keep that drink forever! My husband ordered a classic bourbon cocktail. I forgot what was in it but he enjoyed it. For appetizers we ordered Grandfather's pickles, which were so delicious I took some home to-go! I love a good vinegary pickle and these were the perfect balance of vinegar, a slight s
Oh the Oysters! The Duck Frits! The rolls and butter! The not so small pistachio salad. Really interesting, tasteful meals, exceptional, friendly staff in a classy environment with great music. Really great place to go for that special meal. Loved it.
Wow amazing experience. So my love and I travel for work 2 to 3 times weekly and we love to try new restaurant around the country. This place sets the standard. The food, service and ambiance was fantastic. The milk bread was to die for. We had the Brassiacas appetizer, tagliatelle and the smoked duck gumbo. To finish it up we had the milkbread pudding and milk bread cinnamon roll. We now understand why they are Michelin Rated.
WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!! We had the great fortune of doing a chef's table experience and man was is awesome! Great food with great wine pairings, great action in the kitchen and most importantly getting to hang out with great people. Very cool location right next to the college. Can't wait to come back!
Common questions about Kindred
Kindred is located at 131 N Main St, Davidson, NC 28036, United States, Davidson, NC, United States.
You can reach Kindred by calling +1 980-231-5000.
Kindred has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 1195 customer reviews.
Kindred features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Kindred features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Kindred features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Kindred features the following dining options: Brunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Kindred features the following amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Kindred features the following crowd: Family friendly.
Kindred features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Kindred features the following payments: Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards.
Kindred features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Kindred features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
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