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Ryan's Restaurant

4.8
4.8
4317 Reviews
$50 and over
Steak
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 49 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Steak, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:15 pm

  • Phone number

    (336) 724-6132

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Manager on Duty: (336) 724-6132

  • 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 4,317 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Best Service

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Romantic

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Great for scenic views

  • Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint

    Most Booked

  • Winston Salem

    Best Overall

  • Winston Salem

    Best Food

  • Winston Salem

    Best Service

  • Winston Salem

    Best Ambiance

  • Winston Salem

    Best Value

  • Winston Salem

    Great for fine wines

  • Winston Salem

    Romantic

  • Winston Salem

    Good for special occasions

  • Winston Salem

    Most Booked

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  1. LevonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server was great and the food was worth the price.great venue for a couple.
  2. SarahH

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I booked this table for my son for prom and we needed to change the reservation. They were so helpful and able to move it one hour. Great customer service and he said it was delicious!
  3. Treesh

    Greensboro

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service, drinks and food. Not one negative to say.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful time at Ryan’s restaurant in Winston Salem on March 24th. The ambiance was just lovely! Our sever was quite nice and prompt. She was delightful to speak with. Dinner knocked it out the park. I had your chicken dinner that had a great mushroom sauce. My husband, Victor, was very pleased with his duck as well. I would highly recommend going there and would most likely come back.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    75th birthday!! Food was incredible as always. Service was also excellent. And since it was my birthday, the server brought me a birthday dessert.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner at Ryan’s is always a wonderful experience! For the past 40 years, Ryan’s has been my family’s restaurant of choice for birthday, anniversary, graduation, and new baby celebrations. The food is magnificent, the atmosphere is perfect, and the service is top of the line! Thanks so much for providing this spectacular venue for the Winston-Salem community!
  7. leslieN

    Naples

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner and celebration at Ryan’s . We had a group of 7- the service , atmosphere, food and wine were perfect from start to finish . The steaks were flavorful , tender , and perfectly cooked . The pomme frittes were very tasty and the peanut butter pie was a true hit . Our server , recently moved from Long Island , was fabulous . Very knowledgeable, attentive , and personable . We love this place and can’t wait to come back . If you haven’t been , you must visit !!!!
  8. RLP65

    Western NC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ryan’s is a consistently good place for us to eat on special occasions. We love the view sitting by the windows and Service is always excellent.
  9. 1happyeater

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great from start to finish! Highly recommend the she crab soup, scallops, steaks & prime rib!
  10. BetsyD

    Greensboro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent. Great service, delicious food, large variety
  11. shirleyl

    Montreal

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I always have an outstanding meal at Ryan’s when I am in town.
  12. Marti

    Charleston

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal!
  13. KrisK

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When you want a special place to have a fantastic night out, Ryans is the place! Been going for over 30 years and it never disappoints. A must visit spot every chance you get.
  14. JamesW

    Greensboro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent as always. I usually get the steak, but opted for the Sea bass. My wife had the shrimp and grits. both were outstanding. Service impecable. Only complaint was the load mouth stuffed shirt behind us, but what can you do?
  15. PaulS

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ryan’s has been a favorite of mine for years. Maggie, our server, was perfect!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    2 couples celebrating a birthday. They allowed us to bring our cake (I messaged ahead---very fast response--$1/person serving fee--totally fine with that). The steaks were all outstanding---cooked as ordered. The cake presentation was very well done and our server was exceptional. I forget about Ryan's for some reason and should not!
  17. rinabine

    Coastal Georgia

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was exceptional and was very attentive to our needs.
  18. AllisonN

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and excellent service as always. Ryans never disappoints!
  19. JoshuaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I now understand why it is one of the most established restaurants in Winston-Salem! Fantastic food, most polite staff I've ever met & the location is very private, tucked away. I've been to many 4 & 5 star places, but Ryan's tops them all.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Old and dated describes Ryan’s perfectly. It’s stuck in the 80’s. Feels like very old Winston Salem. The food was just ok. My husband asked for his ribeye medium well, half of it was prepared as asked, and the other half was well done. For a $275, with only one glass of wine and pre-tip mind you, we could have had a much better meal at Fleming’s. We won’t be returning.
  21. Robby

    Greensboro

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ryan’s is always outstanding!!!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to dine at Ryan’s.
  23. JeanneM

    Greensboro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely the best restaurant in Winston Salem. Excellent food and service!
  24. Moondoggie

    Wilmington

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were both amazing. Worth every penny.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Both celebrating our birthdays
  26. HollyG

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dining experience.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined out after we had our first child and celebrated the Wife’s birthday. The restaurant was very attentive to this and made sure we had a great experience. Definitely will be back.
  28. Queenie

    Coastal Georgia

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ryan’s is a Winston-Salem restaurant icon beloved by visitors and locals alike. You simply cannot get better food or service anywhere in the area. Compared to some restaurants with excellent chefs, the menu is more static with only one or two specials each night. The regular menu selection is hard to beat with great crab cakes, shrimp and grits, steaks, etc. There is something for everyone on the extensive menu to make up for the fact that there are few specials. Unfortunately, the only thing that detracts from an otherwise great dining experience is the noise but if you ask, the staff will try to find a quieter spot for you so long as you have made reservations in advance. This is one restaurant you won’t get into without a reservation made several days in advance and if it’s dinner for a special occasion, a reservation made several weeks in advance is necessary. It’s not inexpensive so definitely not a once a week dining spot but it is worth the trip when you need a special night out.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was wonderful! Quickly seated! Food was delicious!
  30. Veteran

    Las Vegas

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always reliable
  31. vancet

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ryan's is one of the best restaurants in Winston-Salem. Has been for years and remains a classic, great restaurant! I really appreciate their willingness to accommodate request. they make it a pleasure to dine with them.
  32. NancyK

    Greensboro

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful place. Food was great but pricey. Great wine selection also.
  33. NelsonC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I had been anticipating this evening for quite a while. I was given a really nice gift card to Ryan’s for my retirement earlier in the fall. I have lived in the general area for most of my life and was familiar with Ryan’s, but had never eaten there. Finally was able to make time to go with my wife and have a night away from kids…at least for a few hours. I got the NY Strip and she got Crab Cakes and we split a Crab Dip appetizer. The appetizer was better than average as were the crab cakes. The steak was very good, but I honestly have had better for much less $$. Still, a great meal. The service was absolutely first rate and our waitress took excellent care of us. Our view of the creek was nice…it’s winter, although the weather doesn’t betray that, and the creek could use a bit of litter removal, as can most urban creeks in February…but as the sun set, the view became better. All in all a great evening! Don’t know when I will return…but I will.
  34. RobD

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal for a reasonable price. Perfect for a special occasion or just a really nice night out!
  35. JonN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience! The food was amazing and so was the service! Devon is great, and we will always ask to be seated in her section!
  36. douglasm

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a special occasion restaurant. Very good food but very expensive.
  37. JoshC

    Charlotte

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience! Thanks!
  38. JuliaG

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Waitress was awesome. Two of us had the salmon and it was just slightly over cooked, but everything else was amazing as always.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service.
  40. MBrown

    Greensboro

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Let me start by saying the she crab soup was fantastic! We both ordered filet and lobster. My lobster was over cooked, which was disappointing. Steaks were cooked to the correct temperatures. There was a lady from the front desk going to tables to ask how everything was, she went to every table in our room but never came to our table. Service was slow, not sure if they were understaffed but not our typical experience. Chocolate cake is also fantastic!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ryan's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 4317 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 49 times today
Google Map for Ryan's Restaurant

719 Coliseum Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Winston-Salem

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:15 pm

  • 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

    (336) 724-6132

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Manager on Duty: (336) 724-6132

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