The food is of course the most important element in a restaurant experience, but a close second is an ambiance. A beautiful restaurant will make you feel transported and enhance your experience tenfold. Here are some of my favorites!
The courtyard at The Goodyear House in Charlotte, NC
The dining room at Christmas at The McNinch House in Charlotte, NC

The beautiful wooden sculpture at CO in Charlotte

Gorgeous two-story windows at Mariposa in Charlotte

The exposed wall at Rhubarb in Asheville
The tree in the middle of the dining room at Firefly in Panama City Beach, Florida
Koi Pond at Oishi in Panama City Beach, Florida
Beautiful Art Deco Vibe at La Belle Helene in Charlotte