Guard and Grace Will Open in Charlotte on Oct. 1
The steakhouse will debut on the 10th floor of the Queensbridge Collective, spanning 10,000 square feet of space.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Guard and Grace will open its newest location to the public on Oct. 1, 2026, in Charlotte. The restaurant is situated on the 10th floor of the Queensbridge Collective, featuring both indoor dining and a 2,000 square foot outdoor patio.
Why it matters
The founder selected the Charlotte location for its proximity to downtown business, tourism, conventions, and other local amenities. The restaurant aims to serve these sectors by providing a high-capacity dining destination within the city.
The new restaurant spans 10,000 square feet, including a 2,000 square foot patio on the 10th floor of the building. It joins established locations currently operating in Denver and Houston.
The players
Guard and Grace
This is a restaurant brand that currently maintains and operates dining locations in Denver and Houston.
Queensbridge Collective
This is a large building complex located in Charlotte that serves as the site for the new restaurant.
The details
The interior design incorporates gold accents and commissioned artwork that reflects North Carolina textile history. The menu emphasizes regional ingredients, such as trout, deviled eggs, fish dip, and Carolina Gold rice.
Timeline
Oct. 1, 2026: Restaurant opens to the public.
Spring 2027: Lunch service is expected to begin.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the growing trend of premium hospitality brands anchoring themselves within major urban mixed-use developments. By securing a high-visibility location, Guard and Grace positions itself to compete directly for the city's convention and tourism-driven dining market.
Visitors can access the location via complimentary valet parking provided at the building. While dinner service begins in October, diners looking for lunch options will need to wait until the service expands next spring.
The takeaway
The restaurant distinguishes its brand by integrating local historical design elements and regional ingredients. Diners should anticipate a focus on high-traffic accessibility given the proximity to downtown amenities and convention centers.
What happens next
Lunch service at the restaurant is currently projected to commence in the spring of 2027.
Further reading
For more information on local business arrivals, visit Charlotte Openings & Closings.
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