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Milner's American Southern, Winston-Salem, NC
Milner's American Southern, Winston-Salem, NC
Milner's American Southern, Winston-Salem, NC
Milner's American Southern, Winston-Salem, NC
Milner's American Southern, Winston-Salem, NC

Milner's American Southern

4.7
4.7
1978 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Southern
Milner's American Southern is a family owned and operated full-service restaurant in business since 2005. Our menus boast a delicious variety of Southern American classics re-imagined using contemporary culinary techniques. Brother Chefs John and Buddy work tirelessly to source the freshest local and regional ingredients and create inspired dishes to excite every taste.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 51 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Low Country
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (336) 768-2221
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    John and Buddy Milner
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available in the Milner Room. We have a variety of set menus to choose from at different price points or we can customize one to make your event special. Bridal and baby showers, pharmaceutical and executive dinners, and milestone birthday and graduation parties are just a few of the types of functions we have helped plan and execute. High definition projection equipment is available. Call or come by to schedule your next event.We also offer a variety of off-site catering options.Contact Wendy Milner at wendy.gotomilners@gmail.com
  • Private party contact
    Wendy Milner: (336) 768-2221
  • Neighborhood
    Winston-Salem
  • Cross street
    Westview
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Join us every Sunday evening for Live Jazz performed by The Charlie Culbreath Trio from 6:30pm - 9:30pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,978 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Winston Salem

    Best Overall

  • Winston Salem

    Best Food

  • Winston Salem

    Best Service

  • Winston Salem

    Best Value

  • Winston Salem

    Great for brunch

  • Winston Salem

    Good for groups

  • Winston Salem

    Hot spot

  • Winston Salem

    Neighborhood gem

  • Winston Salem

    Most Booked

1,978 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Surprisingly quiet for a restaurant. Everyone enjoyed their meals (I had the seared tuna salad and it was delicious). Trent, our server, made sure we had everything we needed for a great dining experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came to celebrate my birthday! The absolute best choice we could have made! We were greeted with such kindness and professionalism. Seated in a very timely manner with a table of privacy. Kat was our waitress and she was AMAZING!! This is a beautiful restaurant with something for everyone on the menu. Our drinks were beautiful and heavily poured. The prices were affordable and the food was delicious. My steak was cooked to perfection. They stayed open for our party with no rush at all! This was absolutely the best dining experience I’ve had in Winston Salem. I highly recommend visiting here and we will be back!! A huge Thank you to all of the staff for a perfect Birthday!!!!

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  3. JoshuaP

    Western NC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I eat here on occasion and love the food and service. Last night I had a business dinner, and as usual just was amazing.

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  4. Tiffanada

    Greensboro

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Milner's is a staple in our restaurant rotation. Anything ordered will be delicious. I LOVE the Moravian cookie crusted salmon, mac-n-cheese (served piping hot in a ramekin), and the Milner's honey Manhattan. The parmesean Brussel sprouts were on the seasonal menu as an appetizer and DELECTABLE. I think they should be added as a permanent side. I've had almost every item on the menu. Whatever you decide to eat will be outstanding!! If you're on the fence about going, get off the fence and go.

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  5. Pickyeater

    Dallas

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was outstanding. Loved the live jazz music as well.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We found Milner's a dozen years ago while looking for a place that served fried green tomatoes. We have been back many times, believing Milner's to be one of the best in Winston. Food was always great. Service was outstanding, and ambiance was very good. I have had several great filets at Milner's. The last three trips, however, have left some disappointment. The service remains one of the best. Food prep is also first rate. But the beef I have been served the last three visits has been less than I have expected. The last trip the double sirloin was rather tough, which was a disappointment. This trip, however, was worse. The mashed potatoes were dry. Much of the asparagus was as big around as a finger, white in color, low in flavor and not very tender. The ribeye was prepared medium rare as requested and presented well, but it was poorly trimmed with large pieces of fat and had gristle throughout. I actually had to return some from my mouth to the plate as inedible. It seems to me the preparation and effort at Milner's remains the same, but the quality of beef is no longer what it once was. I have a dinner group I go out with on occasion, and we take turns picking the restaurant. I brought them to Milner's. I need a new place for when it is next my turn.

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  7. AceVet

    Western NC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    We enjoyed our dinner very much. The food was excellent and the live jazz band was absolutely delightful. Very nice ambience. The thing that kept me from giving 5 stars was that it felt as if we were being rushed. And the restaurant was not at all crowded. The waitress asked for drink orders as we were taking our seats. We told her that we needed a little time to look at the menu and make decisions. She returned in about a minute and asked again. This was repeated several times as we went through the process of ordering drinks and food. Though to be fair, after we had our food there did not seem to be any effort to rush us.

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  8. DerrickH

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and our server Lisa was beyond great! Such a great attitude! They accommodated our reservation request with the perfect intimate table. Couldn't have been better. Milner's is at the top of our list.

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  9. BrianK

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our first visit on 11/24 didn’t disappoint. Try the oysters on grits and the pimento cheese! We loved the pot roast, shrimp n grits… Milners is a culinary gem, we are eager to return!

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  10. DannyM

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Glad we made reservations, since this is a very popular place. Once we started eating we understood the appeal. All dishes were excellently prepared. We will be returning.

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  11. PatrickM

    Charleston

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    GOOD WAS GREAT AND SERVER LISA WAS OUTSTANDING!! We really appreciate the quick seating and our food!!! Chicken and eggs was great!! THE GRITS WERE AWESOME!!! Thank you thank you!!!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    It was solid….service was moderate, food moderate, nothing special at all.

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  13. JimM

    Greensboro

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and Blair was a very friendly and attentive sever.

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  14. leshiaw

    Greensboro

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    When I made the reservation I asked for a nice table and stated it was a birthday. Got a terrible table in the middle of the room. Food took a long time and with so many different people serving us , I didn’t know who to ask about it. Food wasn’t that great tonight , I usually like it here but I think that you don’t go to a southern cuisine restaurant and order steak …. Should have had chicken. They also made sure we knew they don’t give a birthday dessert , we had to buy it. It’s ok… my next birthday event will not be at Milners.

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  15. Mmcd

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, excellent menu choices, outstanding service.

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  16. JoeA

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Inviting atmosphere with warm smiles sets the mood for fantastic food shared with family and friends.

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  17. nashblast

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    They have the best pork chop in town, and the food in general was good. Our waitress was overwhelmed and did a poor job. With the $8 upcharge for Woodford, my old-fashioned was nearly $20. Dinner was good, but not with $135 for the two of us.

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  18. Henrys

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Our reservation was at 6:00 and we were not seated till 6:30. The waitress was doing her best but there was no one helping her. The food was a little pricey for what we go.

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  19. DonnaH

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, great service. The band providing music on Sunday night was excellent and made the experience even more enjoyable.

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  20. TimS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and friendly service. Would definitely recommend.

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  21. MelissaM

    Greensboro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent, service was great and brunch drinks good as well!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just enjoyed a delicious Sunday brunch—the chicken and waffles are NOT to be missed! The Bloody Mary was fine, but the Hemingway daiquiri was AMAZING. Milner’s is a Winston Salem institution and well worth the trip. 👍👍

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ebony was great - very friendly and attentive. Food was excellent

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  24. Christina

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great date night spot. Large wine selection. We loved the NY strip and Caesar salad. The lump crab cake was good, but not amazing for the price. We will definitely be back!

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  25. RachelB

    Portland

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had Moravian salmon and trout, both were good. Alcohol was extremely high priced, two old fashioned’s totaled $37. I would go back for food and maybe beer or wine.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I literally dream about the Moravian sugar cookie encrusted salmon. I drove in from South Carolina and remembered having it before maybe 10 years ago? So glad it was still on the menu!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The ambience was really nice, and we enjoyed the music that was playing. The food was delicious and prepared well. To start they bring you some of the most amazing pillowy bread and butter which is worthy of going back again and again. We had the top sirloin and the pork chop, both were very very yummy. The collard greens were awesome. I will definitely make another trip here when in Winston Salem!

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  28. HelenA

    Greensboro

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Server was terrific…I have a shellfish allergy and many restaurants use the same grill for shellfish and flatfish- the server informed the kitchen and they cooked the trout in a separate pan and avoided cross-contamination. We had a table that was perfect for us- I had requested one close to door as some in the party have mild mobility issues- food was very good…

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  29. jazzy

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    i had not been there in 3 years. the food was tasty and had appropriate temperature. Kat the server was excellent and very helpful. i had the fried oyster salad and it was excellent.

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  30. thereyoujoe

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've been here for dinner, but our first time for brunch. As usual, excellent experience end to end with service and dining. We went after 1:00pm and it was not crowded. In our opinion, this is a top 3 non-chain for brunch in the Triad. My wife had the sautéed Angus Beef Tips & Fried Oysters; tender beef with a delicious mushroom gravy, collard greens were seasoned, cooked to perfection. She's picky about restuarant grits, but not one complaint about these very creamy and flavorful grits. Fried oysters-tasted fresh and were fried but not hard, like W-S/GSO seafood spots usually do. I had the Blackened Salmon & Eggs - eggs were scrambled perfectly and fluffy, grits were creamy, not salty; and asparagus was sauteed crisp, not limp. Not a huge fan of capers, but they blended well with the whole plate. Salmon was seasoned well, moist; none of it was tough or over cooked. Couldn't eat it all so packed up half of the meal to go, and enjoyed it all over for dinner. We plan to visit here soon!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best places to eat that we go. On par with Alexander’s in Roanoke Va and you must note we drive an hour and 45 minutes to eat at Milners. Food service atmosphere wonderful. Thank you folks

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  32. WillB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    I took my wife to Miller’s for her birthday I have eaten there a bunch and I usually love it the food was good but my steak was over cooked I asked for rare and got medium and our server was rude and very disrespectful she don’t refill my drink and my spouses after we asked. I honestly for the first time in my life didn’t want to pay for my meal because service was so bad.

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  33. ShellyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great! Unique delicious food. Great service. Could actually hear your dinner guests too.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best eateries in Winston. The food, service , and the people themselves make going to eat there such a pleasure. Look forward to returning soon!

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  35. RyanT

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good. Just be aware they close at 8:30 on weekdays . I felt bad because I made a late reservation but server was very accommodating.

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  36. RobertC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant and superb service! Definitely recommended!

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  37. CharlesH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    I was surprised by the quality of my dish (and equally my wife of hers). We may have found a new favorite spot.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining at Milner’s on our way through Winston Salem. The food was delicious!!! My husband had the Pot Roast and I had the Shrimp & Grits. Our server (Lisa) was wonderful. I would highly suggest this restaurant to anyone in or passing through Winston Salem. Loved that the are on open table to make reservations!!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Highlights were the shrimp and grits, and pecan pie with salted caramel ice cream.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ebony was amazing. Great attitude as well as efficient. The he food was so good!!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Milner's American Southern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (336) 768-2221.

Milner's American Southern is rated 4.7 stars by 1978 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 51 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Milner's American Southern

630 S Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Westview
  • Neighborhood
    Winston-Salem
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–1:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Low Country
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John and Buddy Milner
  • Entertainment
    Join us every Sunday evening for Live Jazz performed by The Charlie Culbreath Trio from 6:30pm - 9:30pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (336) 768-2221
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available in the Milner Room. We have a variety of set menus to choose from at different price points or we can customize one to make your event special. Bridal and baby showers, pharmaceutical and executive dinners, and milestone birthday and graduation parties are just a few of the types of functions we have helped plan and execute. High definition projection equipment is available. Call or come by to schedule your next event.We also offer a variety of off-site catering options.Contact Wendy Milner at wendy.gotomilners@gmail.com
  • Private party contact
    Wendy Milner: (336) 768-2221
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