Rippingtons Restaurant was established in June of 2001. Located in quaint and friendly downtown Waxhaw, the historic building in which the restaurant resides still features the original hardwood floors that date back to 1902 and 20’ high ceilings.

Owner, Martin Sexton originally relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina as a partner and manager of the Newmarket Grille located in the Arboretum. After eight years he decided that it was time to branch out on his own and find the space that would soon become Rippingtons Restaurant. Bringing many of his favorite dishes with him, it soon became a family affair. In the restaurants infancy, you could find his wife Heather Sexton greeting customers at the door, daughter Jordan Sexton waiting tables before going on to attend the University of Michigan on a full gymnastics scholarship, and son Kieran Sexton washing dishes before going on to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. Hence, the Michigan/Navy memorabilia you might also recognize lining the walls of the restaurant.

With their passionate waiting and cooking staff, Rippingtons Restaurant takes great pride in using the finest ingredients, choice cuts of meat, and farm fresh produce to provide an outstanding eclectic dining experience for it’s customers. The menu also features an array of micro brews from North Carolina and Michigan (of course!) and also offers an extensive and affordable wine list.