Golden Owl Tavern is University City’s latest gem and new Executive Chef Andres Prussing is bringing some serious heat. Born and bred in Santiago, Chile, he’s a master at crafting Southern American classics with a clever culinary twist – think deviled eggs with Nashville hot chicken, fried green tomatoes with ghost pepper aioli and buttermilk fried chicken thighs with peach chili chutney.
The Details
- Golden Owl Tavern, one of Charlotte’s hottest restaurants, is located in UNC Charlotte’s impressive Marriott Hotel and Conference Center.
- The restaurant’s moniker is a nod to the University’s first football team The Owls – named for the fact all classes were held in the evening when it first opened in 1946.
- The restaurant recently expanded its hours and menu offerings including the Niner Burger, Shrimp and Grits, and Deep South Benedict.
- Chef Prussing has partnered with non-profit 100 Gardens, using fresh aquaponic ingredients grown and harvested by Charlotte-Mecklenburg students.
We recently had the opportunity to meet Chef Prussing and sample the new menu. Check out our favorites below.
Nashville Hot Chicken Deviled Eggs
Fried Green Tomatoes with ghost pepper aioli
Farm and Sparrow Cast Iron Cornbread with honey butter and sea salt
100 Gardens Salad with cucumbers, carrots, olives, feta and green goddess dressing
Niner Burger with Shipley Farm patties, white cheddar, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomatoes and a housemade sauce
Fun Fact: Charlotte 49ers Head Football Coach Will Healy's favorite
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs with peach chili chutney, honey and a buckwheat waffle
Beverages and Spirits
Queen City Margarita
Golden Owl serves up a number of “wise cocktails” including crowd favorites like the Queen City Margarita with tequila, lime, canton ginger liqueur and passionfruit syrup; the Sideswipe with cognac, apple brandy, lemon, peach puree and sparkling cider; and the Golden Owl Bloody Mary made with horseradish infused vodka and beef jerky. They also have a variety of local draft beers, wines and bubbles.
Visit Chef Prussing and the Golden Owl team at 9041 Robert Snyder Boulevard. The restaurant is easily accessible by light rail via the J.W. Clay Blvd./UNC Charlotte stop; complimentary valet and parking also available on site. Follow on Instagram and Facebook to stay up on all the latest delectable offerings.
Photos taken by Kat Lawrence