The Preacher's Son

New American restaurant in a restored old church, with stained-glass windows and soaring ceilings. It was a James Beard design award nominee.

Set in a century-old church downtown, the restaurant keeps its stained-glass windows and high ceilings. It was nominated for a James Beard award for restaurant design. The same building houses the basement bar Undercroft and the seasonal rooftop bar Celeste. The menu centers on local ingredients and changes often. Reviewers often mention the blue cornbread, shrimp and grits, and braised pork hock. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available; please confirm in advance whether the kitchen is still fully gluten-free. Prices are on the high side, the tall church space can be loud, and reservations are advised even on weekday evenings. Located on NW A Street, a few minutes' walk from the downtown square.

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Mainly dinner; check the website for hours

Historic buildings · Stylish design · Reservation required

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