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Ryan's Restaurant, Winston-Salem, NC

Ryan's Restaurant

4.8 (5374)
$50 and over
Steak
719 Coliseum Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27106

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Enjoy the panoramic view of large oaks and a rolling stream from the many window-side tables, or the large, starlight deck. Or, savor the intimate atmosphere from a comfortable sofa, and in the winter, the warmth of a crackling fireplace.

Ryan's Chef creates a tantalizing selection of appetizers such as jumbo lump crabmeat, steamed mussels in garlic butter and white wine, and oysters Rockefeller. Entrees range from thick, juicy steaks and prime rib to the finest grilled fresh fish and live Maine lobster. Choose from the menu or a superb selection of specials offered nightly. Add a cappuccino and a freshly made dessert to seal the dining experience.

The restaurant has been locally owned and under the same management since 1981. Ryan's has been awarded the Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence" and is often featured in national publications. Recently awarded the DiRoNa Award for Distinctive Fine Dining.

Please refer to our website for our dress code. It is enforced nightly.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luke McMahon
  • Private party facilities
    Two room available for private parties. The smaller ones seats a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 36. The larger room has a minimum of 40 and can handle up to 48. Both rooms have windows and fireplaces and the smaller one has access to our outside deck. Please call for more information or to book a private room.
  • Neighborhood
    Winston-Salem
  • Parking details
    Large private, well lit parking lot with numerous handicap parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Indoor Smoking Area, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,374 people are saying

Ryan's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Best Food

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Romantic

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Great for scenic views

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Good for special occasions

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Most Booked

  • Winston Salem

    Best Overall

  • Winston Salem

    Best Food

  • Winston Salem

    Best Service

  • Winston Salem

    Best Ambiance

  • Winston Salem

    Great for fine wines

  • Winston Salem

    Romantic

  • Winston Salem

    Good for special occasions

  • Winston Salem

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ryan's Restaurant is a "local gem" that offers "amazing food" and "outstanding service" in a "beautiful setting" with a "fabulous view." Known for its "excellent steaks," "delicious seafood," and "memorable dining experiences," it is a top choice for "special occasions." Although some find it "pricey," many guests agree it's "worth every penny."
5,374 Reviews
  1. Phil

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at Ryan's is always a special treat. Tonight, we had the usual impeccable service and expertly prepared food, but the ambiance was of special note as this was the opening night following the renovation closure. Thankfully, Ryan's maintained its traditional ,but comfortable, fine dining look accenting the natural views. Its freshly refurbished woodwork provides a fresh look to the never out-of-style classic design. The understated elegance of Ryan's remains intact and better than ever.

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  2. Kathy

    Asheville / Western North Carolina10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always consistently delicious! Steak au Poivre always my favorite! And the frites are divine!! Our server Tucker was spot on with drinks and orders. Highly recommend!

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  3. Roger

    Tampa / Central Florida West16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner at Ryan's twice previously and were not 100% satisfied with the service, food and atmosphere, but since it's always rates highly we gave it another chance. This time everything was pretty much perfect. Service was excellent, and the ambiance was nice. I had the ribeye which was cooked and seasoned to perfection. My wife had the Chilean Sea Bass which was also excellent. The prices are on the high side in my opinion, but it's something we don't mind paying for on special occasions.

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  4. Jane VIP

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Devin always makes our experience wonderful! She is the best!

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  5. Stephen

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lighting need to be improved for people not sitting by windows.

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  6. Suzanne

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We took friends who had never been and it was a perfect evening! They loved it Everyone’s food from the delicious pretzel rolls and cheddar butter to the wine, steaks, swordfish to the dessert were perfection! The truffle pomme frite and the brussels were both amazing also!! Tucker was our server and he did a fabulous job!

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  7. Josiah

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Did not live up to the hype. All these past reviews stating how great everything was and that it is possibly the best steakhouse in Winston-Salem area. Not only have I had far better cooked steak at a Texas Roadhouse, but the price of $200+ for a 2 person meal and an appetizer is in no way worth it for what is offered. The sides held the highlight of the meal, which is always a sad meal when you have steak as the entree. A poor result for what should have been a great Father's Day gift.

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  8. Luis

    Virginia20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Went to Ryan's for wife's birthday. She ordered the lump crab cake plate, I got the shrimp and grits. Both were fine. Our waiter was good and attentive, and he proactively brought her a complimentary birthday dessert after the meal. Nice rustic setting with a great window view of the woods, stream, and walking bridge outside. We arrived early, so it was nice and quiet in the room. But later as we left, the diners became both more numerous and noisy - a minor demerit. But overall, Ryan's still remains a great 'go to' place to enjoy a special occasion.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ryan’s was the most pleasurable eating experience I have had. From the moment we entered the front door it was amazing. The wait staff was top notch and we had a window seat with an amazing tranquil view. Our She Crab and French Onion soups were terrific. And the steaks with grilled onions side were unbelievable. I can’t wait to go back again!

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  10. Robin

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a birthday dinner. The wait staff were great and appropriately attentive. The desserts were fabulous.

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Ryan's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 5374 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today
Google Map for Ryan's Restaurant

719 Coliseum Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Winston-Salem
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Large private, well lit parking lot with numerous handicap parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luke McMahon
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Indoor Smoking Area, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Two room available for private parties. The smaller ones seats a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 36. The larger room has a minimum of 40 and can handle up to 48. Both rooms have windows and fireplaces and the smaller one has access to our outside deck. Please call for more information or to book a private room.
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