MJ's Restaurant and Catering

4.8

1201 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

MJ's is a local family owned restaurant. Our chef/owner Tad Engstrom uses Classical French cooking techniques with a southern influence.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(336) 852-4889
Website
http://www.MJs620.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tad Engstrom
Catering
MJ's Specializes in Boutique and Uniquely Designed Wedding Events: Bridal Parties Rehearsal and Wedding Receptions Intimate on-site events Customized off-site settings Experienced and professional wait staff Experienced and licensed bartenders
Private party facilities
Our upstairs level has two areas for private dining. MJ's also offers areas of our patio for private parties.

Location
620 Dolley Madison Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Neighborhood
Greensboro
Cross street
West Friendly Ave
Parking details
Parking is available at MJ's in our private lot. Also, we have public parking directly across the street that is always available.
Public transit
Corner of Guilford College Road and West Friendly Avenue.
Entertainment
Live Music Friday and Saturday nights.We offer a mix of music styles provided by the local musicians featured at MJ's throughout the year.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

MJ's Pimento Cheese Plate$15.00
served with cured meat, candied nuts, assorted cheese & grilled flatbread
Braised Pork Cheek Tacos$12.00
Avocado, red onions, queso fresco, lime cumin emulsion and soft corn tortillas
Fried Calamari$11.00
crispy jalapenos & remoulade
Fried Oysters$13.00
served with house cocktail sauce
MJ's House Salad$6.00
tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and balsamic honey vinaigrette
Tad's Poutine$12.00
French fries, cheese curds and onion gravy
Iceberg Wedge$7.00
smoked bacon, tomatoes, red onions, creamy herb dressing and blue cheese crumbles
Goat Cheese Salad$9.00
apples, dried cranberries, cucumbers, walnuts and balsamic honey vinaigrette

Dinner

Sea Scallops$31.00
Mushroom risotto, asparagus and tomato butter sauce
Buttermilk Fried Catfish$23.00
Crème fraiche mashed potatoes, asparagus and remoulade
Shrimp & Grits$23.00
Sausage, mushrooms, onions, tomato gravy & Ashe county cheddar grits
8 Oz. Beef Tenderloin*$36.00
Crème fraiche mashed potatoes, vegetable medley and onion jus
Braised Short Ribs$28.00
Maple sweet potatoes, baby spinach and onion jus
Scottish Salmon*$26.00
Buttery basmati rice, vegetable medley and tomato butter sauce
8 Oz. Wagyu Beef Burger*$17.00
MJ" S pimento cheese, smoked bacon, dijonnaise and truffle fries

White Wine

Capitelles des Fermes Blend (France)$6.00
Zenato Pinot Grigio (Italy)$7.00
Shine Riesling (Germany)$7.00
Domaine Vetriccie Rose (France)$8.00
Hunky Dory Sauvignon Blanc$9.00
Glenelly Unoaked Chardonnay (S. Africa)$9.00
Suavia Soave (Italy)$9.00
Montrose Rose (France)$34.00
Domaine de la Rossignole Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc (France)$46.00
Laguna Chardonnay (Russian River Valley, CA)$13.50
Domaine des Valanges Saint-Veran Burgundy (France)$55.00
Frank Family Chardonnay (Carneros, CA)$70.00
Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley, CA)$76.00
Hartford Court Chardonnay (CA)$80.00

Bubbles

Cremant de Loire Brut Rose (France)$9.00
Prosecco or Moscato "Splits" (Italy)$9.00
J Vineyards Brut Rose (California)$70.00

Red Wine

Decero Malbec (Argentina)$8.00
Carro Red Blend (Spain)$8.50
Fattoria di Lvcignano Chianti (Italy)$9.00
Notre Dame Sablet (France)$9.00
Cusino-Macul Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile)$10.00
Lincourt Pinot Noir (CA)$10.50
Requiem Cabernet Sauvignon (Wash St)$13.00
Treasure Hunter Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)$52.00
Hind Sight 20/20 Red Blend (Napa Valley)$54.00
Melville Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills, CA)$57.00
Jaffurs Syrah (Santa Barbara, CA)$62.00
Royal Prince Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, CA)$65.00
Hartford Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley)$69.00
Brega Garnacha (Spain)$70.00
Brooks "Janus" Pinot Noir (Oregon)$71.00
Kith & Kin "By Round Pond" (Napa Valley)$75.00
Milbrandt Cabernet Sauvignon (Wash St)$76.00
Hour Glass Red Blend (Napa Valley)$77.00
Paul Autard Chateauneuf-du-Pape (France)$80.00
Duckhorn Merlot (Napa Valley)$82.00
Bedrock Red Blend (Sonoma)$86.00
Goldeneye Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley, CA)$86.00
Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino (Italy)$105.00
Barnett Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, CA)$120.00
Aubert UV-SL Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma)$155.00
Shafer Relentless Syrah (Napa Valley)$178.00

Beers

Bud Light, Michelob Ultra$3.50
Yuengling Lager (PA)$4.00
Bell's Amber (MI) 5.8%$5.00
North Coast Scrimshaw Pilsner (CA) 4.7%$5.00
Foothills Jade IPA (NC) 7.4%$6.00
Bell's 2 Hearted Ale (MI) 7%$5.00
Bells Oberon (MI) 5.8%$5.00

What 1,201 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Greensboro
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Greensboro
Great for outdoor dining
Greensboro
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

MJ's Restaurant and Catering is a cherished gem in Greensboro, celebrated for its "excellent service" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the "cozy, rustic ambiance," enhanced by a charming patio perfect for outdoor dining. The menu boasts standout dishes like scallops, shrimp and grits, and braised short ribs, paired with a thoughtfully curated wine selection. Whether for a special occasion or a casual meal, MJ's consistently delivers "great experiences" that keep patrons returning.

1,201 Reviews

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Mike
Greensboro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. I would recommend MJ’s to all of my friends.
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Michael
Toronto
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We had been looking forward to our anniversary dinner here and were greatly disappointed. We still enjoyed our anniversary, but we won't be back to MJ's.We had been here several times before and had good experiences and were expecting the same. The disappointment started with our server. We had just been seated and she over promptly, to take our order. She didn't ask if we wanted any drinks or wine. She wanted to sell appetizers and that was all she was concerned with. I gave her an order for soup and salad and my wife ordered a salad and a drink for each of us. She wrote it down and left, and didn't ask about entrees. When she came back, I inquired and she said we could order any way we liked, in bits and pieces."Ok?" So I ate my lukewarm soup ($8)while my wife ate her "wedge" salad that was not a wedge, but a clump of iceberg lettuce with some dressing drizzled on it ($10). I gave her half of mine so she had a decent size salad. It was about this time that my wife had gotten so cold, that she put her jacket on, as did other diners in the upstairs dining area. One lady even had on her Winter cap. Our waitress cleared our plates, asked how things were and I asked if we could order our dinners now. "Sure".The dinner menu here is very small and doesn't offer many things my wife likes, but she decided she'd have the beef short ribs. When we told the waitress we'd like the short ribs for my wife, she said "Oh, I am sorry, we just sold the last one" What??!! Restaurant opens at 5 PM, this was at 7 PM and they are out of short ribs? My wife settled for a 12 oz sirloin ($43) and I had fried catfish with gumbo ($28). Her steak was good and cooked well, came with mashed potatoes, but nothing else. My catfish was cool, sitting on a small serving of gumbo, also cool.It was our anniversary, so we ordered desserts-chocolate mousse ($10) and "large piece of apple pie ($10) Small sliver of store bought apple pie. Very disappointing. We'll stick to Ryan's from now on.
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Ralph
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Date night dinner with my wife. Great atmosphere, great selection and great food. We will go again for sure.
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Beverly
Greensboro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Table was ready for us. Quiet location. Waitress was great. Food was delicious
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Beth
Western NC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Went for anniversary. Got seated completely alone upstairs which was fine, just odd. Had to wait quite a while to get water or be offered drinks. Appetizer (calamari) was excellent. Entrees (salmon and short ribs) were ok, nothing exceptional. Server wasn’t very helpful when I inquired about a couple choices and they had no fresh fish available. So it was all fine but not great like we hoped. But good enough that we will prob give it one more try one day to see if it was just an “off” night.
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Federico
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food excellent place. One of the best in town
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Bruce
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the very best in the Triad! Outstanding service and food. Great experience always!
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Patrick
Greensboro
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and excellent service. Great for a special occasion with family!
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Experience! The food was excellent and our waiter was very kind. We will be back!
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Scott
Richmond
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
MJ’s is our favorite restaurant in Greensboro. Family-owned, great attention to detail, wonderful food, attentive staff and a quiet, adult ambiance.
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FAQs

MJ's Restaurant and Catering offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (336) 852-4889.

MJ's Restaurant and Catering is rated 4.8 stars by 1201 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for MJ's Restaurant and Catering

620 Dolley Madison Road, Greensboro, NC 27410

Additional information

Cross street
West Friendly Ave
Neighborhood
Greensboro
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available at MJ's in our private lot. Also, we have public parking directly across the street that is always available.
Public transit
Corner of Guilford College Road and West Friendly Avenue.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tad Engstrom
Entertainment
Live Music Friday and Saturday nights.We offer a mix of music styles provided by the local musicians featured at MJ's throughout the year.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.MJs620.com/
Phone number
(336) 852-4889
Catering
MJ's Specializes in Boutique and Uniquely Designed Wedding Events: Bridal Parties Rehearsal and Wedding Receptions Intimate on-site events Customized off-site settings Experienced and professional wait staff Experienced and licensed bartenders
Private party facilities
Our upstairs level has two areas for private dining. MJ's also offers areas of our patio for private parties.

Featured in

18 Greensboro Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

MJ's Restaurant and Catering

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

18 Greensboro Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Blackened Pork Chop

Sea Scallops

Scottish Salmon

Starters

MJ's Pimento Cheese Plate$15.00

Braised Pork Cheek Tacos$12.00

Fried Calamari$11.00

Fried Oysters$13.00

MJ's House Salad$6.00

Tad's Poutine$12.00

Iceberg Wedge$7.00

Goat Cheese Salad$9.00

Dinner

Sea Scallops$31.00

Buttermilk Fried Catfish$23.00

Shrimp & Grits$23.00

8 Oz. Beef Tenderloin*$36.00

Braised Short Ribs$28.00

Scottish Salmon*$26.00

8 Oz. Wagyu Beef Burger*$17.00

White Wine

Capitelles des Fermes Blend (France)$6.00

Zenato Pinot Grigio (Italy)$7.00

Shine Riesling (Germany)$7.00

Domaine Vetriccie Rose (France)$8.00

Hunky Dory Sauvignon Blanc$9.00

Glenelly Unoaked Chardonnay (S. Africa)$9.00

Suavia Soave (Italy)$9.00

Montrose Rose (France)$34.00

Domaine de la Rossignole Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc (France)$46.00

Laguna Chardonnay (Russian River Valley, CA)$13.50

Domaine des Valanges Saint-Veran Burgundy (France)$55.00

Frank Family Chardonnay (Carneros, CA)$70.00

Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley, CA)$76.00

Hartford Court Chardonnay (CA)$80.00

Bubbles

Cremant de Loire Brut Rose (France)$9.00

Prosecco or Moscato "Splits" (Italy)$9.00

J Vineyards Brut Rose (California)$70.00

Red Wine

Decero Malbec (Argentina)$8.00

Carro Red Blend (Spain)$8.50

Fattoria di Lvcignano Chianti (Italy)$9.00

Notre Dame Sablet (France)$9.00

Cusino-Macul Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile)$10.00

Lincourt Pinot Noir (CA)$10.50

Requiem Cabernet Sauvignon (Wash St)$13.00

Treasure Hunter Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)$52.00

Hind Sight 20/20 Red Blend (Napa Valley)$54.00

Melville Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills, CA)$57.00

Jaffurs Syrah (Santa Barbara, CA)$62.00

Royal Prince Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, CA)$65.00

Hartford Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley)$69.00

Brega Garnacha (Spain)$70.00

Brooks "Janus" Pinot Noir (Oregon)$71.00

Kith & Kin "By Round Pond" (Napa Valley)$75.00

Milbrandt Cabernet Sauvignon (Wash St)$76.00

Hour Glass Red Blend (Napa Valley)$77.00

Paul Autard Chateauneuf-du-Pape (France)$80.00

Duckhorn Merlot (Napa Valley)$82.00

Bedrock Red Blend (Sonoma)$86.00

Goldeneye Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley, CA)$86.00

Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino (Italy)$105.00

Barnett Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, CA)$120.00

Aubert UV-SL Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma)$155.00

Shafer Relentless Syrah (Napa Valley)$178.00

Beers

Bud Light, Michelob Ultra$3.50

Yuengling Lager (PA)$4.00

Bell's Amber (MI) 5.8%$5.00

North Coast Scrimshaw Pilsner (CA) 4.7%$5.00

Foothills Jade IPA (NC) 7.4%$6.00

Bell's 2 Hearted Ale (MI) 7%$5.00

Bells Oberon (MI) 5.8%$5.00

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