LKN Life
Lake 96.18 ft(3.8 low)·
Surface 88.3°·
Air 82°F·
·
Updated 7:35 PM·
Lake 96.18 ft(3.8 low)·
Surface 88.3°·
Air 82°F·
·
Updated 7:35 PM·
HomeFind a LocalFood & DrinkRestaurants131 MAIN Restaurant
LKN LifeFree — no download, opens instantlyOpen
Verified BusinessVerified

131 MAIN Restaurant

Restaurants - Cornelius, NC

★★★★★4.7(2642 reviews)
Our services
Fine DiningSteakhouse EntreesSeafood SelectionBar DiningSpecial Occasion Dining
Exterior storefront with illuminated signage at dusk

Exterior storefront with illuminated signage at dusk

Our story

About 131 MAIN Restaurant.

131 MAIN Restaurant in Cornelius brings fine dining to Lake Norman with a menu rooted in American cuisine, featuring steaks, seafood, and chicken prepared with attention to flavor and technique. The restaurant earns consistent praise for both its kitchen and service—diners regularly note generous portions, attentive table care, and a team committed to creating a polished experience. Whether seated at the dining room or bar, guests find 131 MAIN well-suited to special occasions, celebrations, and everyday dinners alike. Open daily and rated 4.7 stars by thousands of guests, it has built a strong reputation as a reliable destination for quality meals in the area.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

Where is 131 MAIN Restaurant located?

131 MAIN Restaurant is based in Cornelius, in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What does 131 MAIN Restaurant offer?

131 MAIN Restaurant offers Fine Dining, Steakhouse Entrees, Seafood Selection, Bar Dining and Special Occasion Dining as a restaurants in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What days is 131 MAIN Restaurant open?

131 MAIN Restaurant is open Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. See the hours above for exact times.

How can I contact 131 MAIN Restaurant?

You can reach 131 MAIN Restaurant by phone at +1 704-896-0131 or through their website, or find their full details on this LKN Life profile.

Our reviews

What locals are saying.

Reviews from Google

These reviews are sourced from Google to give you a sense of customer satisfaction as we build our own LKN Life review platform.

4.7
★★★★★
From 2,642 Google reviews

Showing 5 detailed reviews

5
5
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
TP
The Positive Movement
Google reviewer
★★★★★May 2026
Wow, what an incredible experience. Initially planned to go to Kindred but they had a bathroom fire so we opted to 131 MAIN and it did not let down. Everything we had was fantastic. This place will not disappoint. Demarcus was one of my favorite waiters I have had in a while. Personality, kindness, great recommendations and decisive. Hope to see him and his family at PIE.ZAA so I can give them the service he provided to my family. Thank you 131 MAIN, we will be back!
JB
Jessica B
Google reviewer
★★★★★Feb 2026
Maverick was a great server. The food was delicious and the service was great and you get checked on often. The portions are very big and full of flavor. I got the blackened chicken pasta, it was 10/10. My husband got the filet mignon and mashed potatoes and it was also great. Cocktails were also good/strong.
AD
Amanda D.
Google reviewer
★★★★★May 2026
131 Main absolutely delivered on its reputation and I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit. I dined at the bar, which offered a lovely atmosphere and attentive service throughout the evening. I started with the tuna tartare - well-executed and fresh, though I personally found the pickled ginger to be an unnecessary accompaniment that competed with the clean flavors of the tuna and avocado. The kale salad was excellent, and the filet mignon was cooked beautifully. There was a minor miscommunication during ordering regarding my side selection, but the staff corrected the issue promptly and graciously, which speaks well of the service standards here. I finished the meal with the crème brûlée and it was, without question, the highlight of the evening - perfectly caramelized, silky, and presented beautifully. For a special occasion or an elevated Charlotte dining experience, 131 Main is a strong recommendation.
AG
A Girl on Google Maps
Google reviewer
★★★★★Jan 2026
We visited on New Year’s Eve, and it was a fantastic experience! If you’re looking to be genuinely well cared for with exceptional service, 131 Main is the place to go. Our server, Olivia—whom we’ve had the pleasure of dining with at other establishments—truly exceeds expectations every time. Her personality is warm, engaging, and unforgettable. My husband ordered the fish, and of course I had to sample it—absolutely delicious. I chose the ribs with fries and an Asian-inspired slaw. The portion was generous and incredibly satisfying. We also enjoyed shrimp cocktail, a Caesar salad and soup, all of which were very good. One standout detail: the croutons are actually made from cornbread—such a creative and tasty touch! We even took a cornbread home, and I highly recommend reheating it the next day at 350° for about 8–10 minutes. Perfection. Overall, our visit was wonderful. I also had the pleasure of meeting Rae, one of the managers, who is an absolute delight. Bon Appetit 🍴 Josephine Local
L
Linda
Google reviewer
★★★★★Nov 2025
We love visiting 131 Main not just because it has an awesome date or celebration vibe, or because the service amazing but because the food here NEVER disappoints. My husband had the Double Cut Pork Chop (huge and delicious) and I had the Thai Steak noodle salad and it was on point in the meat temperature and flavors. Don't EVER forget the Jalapeño corn bread or the banana bread pudding. Also, our server Clara was attentive, funny and sweet.
+1 704-896-0131