Introduction
Overview
Level 10 places you on the tenth floor of the AC Hotel with wide views over downtown Spartanburg. You ride the elevator from the lobby to the top and step into a room with clean lines, generous windows, and a calm, polished tone. This is a steak and seafood focused dining room that respects classic technique and clear presentation. You feel taken care of from the first greeting to the last check in at the table. If you want a special night with strong service and steady cooking, this room delivers with confidence.
The menu covers prime steaks, chops, day boat seafood, and composed sides that show as much care as the mains. You get accurate temperatures on steaks and seafood that lands at the table with the right sear and a tender center. Sauces support rather than hide the product. Sides bring texture and contrast which makes the table feel complete when you share two or three. The raw selections and chilled starters set a clean, briny tone if you enjoy shellfish. The pastry team finishes the night with desserts that balance richness with lift, so you leave satisfied rather than weighed down.
The bar holds its own with classic cocktails stirred and shaken with attention. The wine list reads deep enough for a serious bottle and friendly enough for a single glass. Staff navigate pairings without fuss. You can trust a simple directive like order this cabernet with your ribeye or go lighter with a pinot for seafood. Service keeps your pace steady and senses when to step in. That rhythm makes the evening feel smooth and unforced.
Views matter here. Arrive before sunset and request a window or patio table. On a clear evening you watch the sky fade over the rooftops while you settle into the meal. The room feels upscale yet comfortable which makes it right for anniversaries, client dinners, or a relaxed celebration with friends. Smart casual dress fits the space well. For menus, hours, and reservations, use the restaurant page on the Rick Erwin website at rickerwins.com.
Planning your visit
Level 10 sits at 225 West Main Street on the top floor of the AC Hotel. Park in nearby city garages or along surrounding streets, then enter through the hotel lobby and take the elevator to floor ten. Reservations help on weekends and on any night when a big event runs downtown. If you are dining solo or as a pair and want a faster visit, the bar provides a smooth experience with the full menu.
What to order
For a balanced meal, start with a chilled seafood item or a composed salad, follow with a steak or a seasonal fish, and share two sides for contrast and texture. Finish with a classic dessert and a coffee or a digestif. You leave with a clear memory of steady cooking, attentive service, and one of the best city views in Spartanburg.
